L-2018-136, L-2018-136-Attachment 5 Enclosure 1 - Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/Federal Dredge and Fill Permit
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{{#Wiki_filter:Form 62-330.060 (1) JOINT APPLICATION FOR INDIVIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PERMIT/ AUTHORIZATION TO USE STATE-OWNED SUBMERGED LANDS/ FEDERAL DREDGE AND FILL PERMIT FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION / WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICTS/ U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS =-----:: -: = --=.:: : --=-Effective October I , 2013 US Anny Corps at Engineers.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THIS FORM: This form is designe d to assist you in su b mitting a complete applica t ion. A ll app li cations m u st inc l ude Section General Information for All Activities. Sections B through H list typical informa ti on that is needed based on the proposed activities, and are only required as applicable. Part 1-C of Sec ti on A will gu i de you to t h e correct sections needed based on your proposed activities. Applican t s are advised to consult Chap t er 62-330 , F.A.C., and the Environmental Resource Perm it Applicant's Handbook Volumes I and II for information regarding the ERP permitting process and requirements while preparing their appl i cation. Internet addresses for Chapter 62-330, F.A.C. and the Applicant's Handbook, Agency contact information, and additiona l instructions for th i s form can be found in Attachment
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-D o cks, shoreline stabilization, x. i f s e a walls associated with a single x x applicab l e familv r e s i dence? We t land impacts (oth er th a n associated w i th an x x ind i vidua l residence)? -B oati ng facilities, a marina , jetty , x x x x if reef, or dredaino? --aaalic a bl e Any work on state owned x x x submerged land? *----Construct i on of a s t ormwa t er .. x , if x x management system? ' applicabl e Constructing a mitigation bank? x x x , if x -**--aaalicable Creating a mine? x x. if x applicable Note-1f you are reqU1red to provide Section B, then you do not ha ve to proVlde any other Sections , u n less the activities are on state-owned submerged lands. In that case , Section F w il l also be required. If you have any questions, or would like assistance completing this form, please contact the staff of the nearest office of either the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) or a Water Management District (WMD) (see Attachment 2). Form 62-330.060(1) *Joint AppllcaUon for Individua l Envi r onment al Resource PenniV Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Pennlt rncorporated by reference In subsection 62*330 , 060(1), F.A.C. (10*1*20 1 3) Section A. Page 2 of 10 I '
Section A: General Information for All Activities PART 1: NAME, APPLICATION TYPE. LOCATION. AND DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITY A. Name of project, including phase if applicable
- Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Projects 8. This is for (check all that apply): 181 Construction or operation of new works, activities and/ or a stormwater management system 0 Conceptual Approval of proposed works , activities and/ or a stormwater management system 0 Modification or Alteration of existing works activities and I or a stormwater management system. Provide the existing DEP or WMD permit #, if known: __ Note: Minor modifications do not require completion of this form, and may instead be requested by letter. 0 Maintenance or repair of works, activities and/ or stormwater management system previously permitted by the DEP or WMD Provide existing permit#, if known:_ 0 Abandonment or removal of works, activities and/ or stormwater management system Provide existing DEP or WMD permit #, if known: _ 0 Operation of an existing unpermltted stormwater management system. 0 Construction of additional phases of a permitted work , activity and/ or stormwater management system. Provide the existing DEP or WMD permit#, if known: __ C. List the type of activities proposed.
Check all that apply, and provide the supplemental information requested in each of the referenced application sections. Please also reference Applicant's Handbooks I and II for the type of information that may be needed. 0 Activities associated with one single-family residence, duplex, triplex, or quadruplex that do not qualify for an exemption or a General Permit: Provide the information requested in Section B. Do not complete Section C. Activities within wetlands or surface waters, or within 25 feet of a wetland or surface water, (not including the activities associated with an individual residence). Examples include dredging, filling, outfall structures, docks , piers. over-water structures, shoreline stabilization, mitigation, reclamation , restoration/enhancement. Provide the information requested in Section C. 0 Activities within navigable or flowing surface waters such as a multi-slip dock or marina, dry storage facility, dredging, bridge, breakwaters, reefs, or other offshore structures: In addition to Section C, also provide the information requested in Section D. Activities that are (or may be) located within, on or over state-owned submerged lands (See Chapter 18-21, F.A. C. https:llwww. flrules. orglgateway/ChapterHome.asp ?Chapter= 18-21 ): In addition to Section B or C, also provide the information requested in Section F Form 62-330.060(1) -Joint Application lor Individual Environmental Resource Pennll/ Authorization lo Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Penni! Incorporated by reference In subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (10*1*2013) Section A, Page 3 of 10
D Construction or altera t io n of a stormwate r manage m e n t system serving residential, commercial, transportation, indust ri al , ag ricul t u ral, or o th e r la n d u ses, or a s olid waste facility (excluding mines that are regulated by DEP). Provide the information requested in Section E. D Creation or modificat i on of Mit i g ation Ba nk (re fer to Chapter 62-342, F.A.C. https://www .flrules.org/gateway/ChapterHome.asp?C hapter=62-342 ): Provide the information requested in Section G. D Mines (as defined in Secti on 2.0 of App li c ant's Handboo k V o lume I) that are regulated by the DEP: Provide the information requested in Section H. D Other, describe: P l ease c o nta ct t h e Agen cy to d ete r mine which additional sections of the application are nee d ed. Se e Atta c hm en t 1 f or Age ncy co n t acts. D. Describe in general terms t he proposed proje c t, system , wor ks , or other activities. For permit modifications, please briefly des cri be the cha ng es re qu e ste d to the pe rmit: The Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Qua l ity Improvement Projects (Project), located at the Turkey Point Power Plant in Homestead, Miami-Dade County. The Project is intended to improve water quality within approximately 1.9 acres of remnant canal and 5.6 acres of barge basin immediately adjacent to the Turkey Point Cooling Canal System (CCS) and within Biscayne Bay. The Project site was previously the outflow point from the Grand Canal for the Turkey Point Fossil Plant Units 1 & 2. The canal was dredged to approximately
- 20 to -28 feet NAVO during the initial construction of the Plant in order to allow once through cooling water to be discharged into Biscayne Bay. The canal has since been plugged and is no longer i n use or necessary due to the construction of the CCS system. The remnant canal and adjacent area of scour from outflows is proposed to be backfilled in order to improve water quality within Biscayne Bay. The Project site is adjacent to the fuel tanks within the existing Turkey Poin t Nuclear Power Plant and the basin is used to dock barges. The canal was dredged to approx i mately *30 feet NAVO during the initial construction of the Plant in order to allow deeper draft vessels and fuel barges to access the site. The Barge Canal is proposed to be backfilled (restored) to *15 NAVO in order to improve water quality within Biscayne Bay. E. For activities in, on, or over wet l an d s or ot her s u rfa c e wat er s, c he ck t h e type of federal dredge and fill permit requested (if known): Olndivi du a l DPr og r a m ma t ic Ge ner a l p er mit#: SAJ 0General 18]Nationwide pe r mit#: NWP 27 D N ot A ppli c ab l e 0Not s u re F. ProjecVActivity StreeVRoad Ad d ress o r ot h e r l o cati on (i f a p p li c a b l e): 9760 SW 344 Street City: Homestead County(i es): Miami Dade Zi p: 33035 Note: For utility, road, or ditch/canal activities, provide a start i ng and en di ng poin t using stree t names and nearest house numbers or provide l ength of project i n m il es along named streets or hi ghways. G. Project location map and Section, Township, a n d Range information (use a d ditio n a l s h eets if needed): Please attach a location map showing the location and boundaries of the proposed activity in relation to major intersections or other landmarks.
The map should also contain a north arrow and a graphic scale; show Section(s), Township(s), and Range(s); and must be of sufficient detail to allow a person unfamiliar with the site to find it. Section(s): 34 Township: 57 Ra n ge: SOE La n d Grant name, if ap p licable: Form 62-330.060(1) -Joint Application for Individua l E n vironmental Resour ce Permit/ Au t horiza ti on to Us e State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Perm i t Incorporated by r eference In subsection 62*330.060(1), F.A.C. (10*1*2013) Section A, Page 4 ol 1 O
Section(s)
- Township:
Range: Section(s)
- Township:
Range: H. Latitude (OMS) 25° 25' 09" Longitude (OMS) 80°19' 42" (Taken from central location of the activity). Explain source for obtaining latitude and longitude (i.e. U.S.G.S. Quadrangle Map, GPS, online resource): I. Tax Parcel Identification Number(s): [Number may be obtained from property tax bill or from the county property appraiser's office; if on multiple parcels, provide multiple Tax Parcel Identification Numbers] J. Directions to Site (from major roads; include distances and landmarks as applicable)
- Florida Turnpike south to Exit 2. Turn left onto Campbell Drive, turn left onto SW 162f'd Ave, turn left onto SW 344 St, head east to Turkey Point Power Plant. K. Project area or phase area: 7.5 acres L. Name of waterbody(ies) (if known) in which activities will occur or into which the system will discharge:
Biscayne Bay The following questions (M-0) are not applicable to activities related to a single-family residence, Including private single-family residential docks, piers, seawalls or boat ramps. M. Is it part of a larger plan of development or sale? Dyes Ono N. Impervious or semi-impervious area excluding wetlands and other surface waters (if applicable): acres or square feet 0. Volume of water the system is capable of impounding (if applicable): acre-feet. PART 2: SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION, AND PERMIT HISTORY A. Is this an application to modify an existing Environmental Resource Permit, or to construct or implement part of a multi-phase project, such as a project with a Conceptual Approval permit? D Yes D No If you answered please provide permit numbers below: AGENCY DATE PERMIT/APPLICATION NO. PROJECT NAME B. Indicate if there have been any pre-application meeting(s) or other discussions about the proposed project, system or activity. If so, please provide the date(s), location(s) of the meeting, and the name(s) of Agency staff that attended the meeting(s): I AGENCY I DATE I LOCATION I MEETING ATTENDEES Form 62-330.060(1)
- Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource PenniV Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Pennit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62*330.060(1), F.A.C. (10-1-2013)
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C. Attach a depiction (plan and section views}, which clearly shows the works or other activities proposed to be constructed. Use m ult ip le s h eets, i f n e c essary , a sc a le suffi c i en t to s h ow the location an d t ype of works, and include a north arrow and a key to any symbo l s u se d. Specific information to be included in the plans is based on the activities proposed and is further described in Sections B-H. However, supplemental informat i on may b e req uir ed ba sed on the spe c i f i c cir c u ms t an c es o r loca t ion of the proposed works or other activiti e s. 0. Processing Fee: Please submit the application processing fee along with this application form and supplemental information. Pro c essing f ees vary based on t he s i ze of the act i v i ty , t h e type of pe r mi t applied for, and the rev i ew i ng Age n cy. Pl e ase r efe r e nc e Attachmen t 3 to determ i ne the app r op ri a t e fe e. Form 62-330.060(1)- Joint Application for Individual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorlza U on to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fi ll Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62*330.060(1), F.A.C. (10-1-2 013) Section A, Page 6 o f 1 O
PART 3: APPLICANT AND ASSOCIATED PARTIES INFORMATION Instructions: Permits are only issued to entities having sufficient real property interest as described in Section 4.2.3 (d) of Applicant's Handbook Volume I. Please attach evidence of sufficient real property interest over the land upon which the activities subject to the application will be conducted, including mitigation (if applicable). Refer to Section 4.2.3 (d) for acceptable ownership or real property interest documentation. For corporations, list a person who is a registered agent or officer of the corporation who has the legal authority to bind the corporation. A. APPLICANT (ENTITY MUST HAVE SUFFICIENT REAL PROPERTY INTEREST) n THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: Raffenberg First: Matthew I Middle: Title: Company: Florida Power & Light Address: 700 Universe Boulevard JB/JES City: Juno Beach State: FL I Zip: 33408 Home Telephone: Work Telephone: 561*691-2808 Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: matthew .raffenberg@fpl.com Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: u B. LAND OWNER(S) (IF DIFFERENT OR IN ADDITION TO APPLICANT) n CHECK HERE IF LAND OWNER IS ALSO A CO-APPLICANT Name: Last: First: I Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: I Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: u C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ENTITY (see Applicant*s Handbook I, Section 12.3) -Entity Name: I Contact: Last: I First: I Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: I Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: u Form 62-330.060(1)
- Joint Application for Individual EnvlroM1ental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit *-Incorporated by reference In subsection 62*330.060(1), F.A.C. (10*1*2013)
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I 0. CO-APPLICANT (IF DIFFERENT OR IN ADDITION TO APPLICANT AND OWNER) Name: Last: First: I Middle: Title: Company: Address: City: State: I Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to rece i ve correspondence v i a US Ma il: LJ E. ENGINEERING CONSULTANT I I THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: First: 1 Middle: Title: Company: Address: C i ty: State: I Zip: Home Telephone: Work Telephone: Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence v i a US Ma i l: LJ F. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT 0 THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: Vince First: Georgia I Middle: Title: Project Manager Company: Tetra Tech , Inc. Address: 759 S. Federal Highw ay City: Stuart State: FL I Zip: 34994 Home Telephone: Work Telephone: 772-781-3441 Cell Phone: 561-236-8692 Fax: E-mail Address: Georgia.vince@tetratech.com Correspondence will be sent via email. Check here to receive correspondence via US Mail: LJ G. AGENT AUTHORIZED TO SECURE PERMIT (IF DIFFERENT FROM CONSUL TANT) l8J THIS IS A CONTACT PERSON FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Name: Last: Shea First: Eric I Middle: M T i tle: Company: Flor i da Power & Light Address: 700 Universe Boulevard JB/JES City: Juno Beach State: FL I Zip: 33408 Home Telephone: Work Telephone: 561-691-2993 Cell Phone: Fax: E-mail Address: er i c.m.shea@fpl.com Correspondence will be sent via email. Check he r e to receive correspondence via US Mail: Form 62-330.060{1)
- Joint Applic a tion for I ndividual Environmental Resource Perm i t/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ F ederal Dredge and Fiii Permit Incorporated by reference i n sub s e c tion 6 2*330.060(1), F.A.C. (10*1*2013)
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ff necessary, please add additional pages for other contacts and property owners related to this project. PART 4: SIGNATURES AND AUTHORIZATION TO ACCESS PROPERTY Instructions
- For multiple applicants please provide a separate Part 4 for each applicant.
For corpo r ations, the application must be signed by a person authorized to bind the corporation. A person who has sufficient real property interest (see Section 4.2.3 (d) of Applicant's Handbook Volume I) is required in (B) to authorize access to the property , except when the app li cant has the power of eminent domain. A. By signing this application form, I am applying for the permit and any proprietary autho r izations identified above , according to the supporting data and other incidental i nformat i on filed with this applicat i on. I am familiar with the information contained in this application and represent that such information is true , complete and accurate. I understand this is an appl i cation and not a permit, and that work prior to approval is a violation. I understand that this application and any perm i t issued or proprietary authorization issued pursuant thereto , does not relieve of any obligation for obtaining any other required federal , state , water management district or local permit prior to commencement of construct i on. I agree to operate and maintain the permitted system unless the permitting agency authorizes transfer of the permit to a different responsible operation and maintenance entity. I understand that knowingly making any false statement or representation i n this application is a violation of Section 373.430, F.S. and 18 U.S.C. Section 1001. Signature of Applicant o r App Dale Authori z ed Agent S.1 . B. CERTIFICATION OF SUFFICIENT REAL PROPERTY INTEREST AND AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF TO ACCESS THE PROPERTY: I certify that: "i;Zl 1 possess sufficient real property interest in or control, as defined in Section 4.2.3 (d) of Applicant's .fi andbook Volume I, over the land upon which the act i v i t i es described in this application are proposed and I have legal authority to grant permission to access those lands. I hereby grant permission , evidenced by my signature below , for staff of the Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Eng i neers to access, inspect , and sample the lands and wate r s of the property as necessary for the review of the proposed works and other activities specified in this app li cat i on. I authorize these agents or personnel to enter the property as many times as may be necessary to make such rev i ew. inspection , and/ or sampling. Further , I agree to prov i de entry to the project site for such agents or personnel to monitor and inspect permitted work if a permit is granted. OR D I represent an entity hav i ng the power of eminent domain and condemnation authority , and I/we shall make appropriate arrangements to enable staff of the Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to access, inspect , and sample the property as described above. Form 62-33 0.0 60 (1)
- Join t Ap p licatio n for I ndi v idua l E n viro n menta l R es ou rce Pe rm it/ Au t ho r ization t o Use State-Owned S ubmer g e d Lan d s/ Fede r al D redge and Fill Permi t In corporate d by reference in subsectio n 62-33 0.060(1), F.A C. (1 0-1-2 0 13) S e ct i o n A, Page 9 of 10
C. DESIGNATION OF AUTHORIZED AGENT (IF APPLICABLE): I hereby des i gnate and authorize __ to act on my behalf, or on behalf of my corporation, as the agent i n the processing of th i s application for the perm i t and/or propr i etary autho ri zation indicated above; and to furnish , on request , supp l emental information in support of the application. In add iti on , I authorize the above-l isted agent to b i nd me , or my corporation , to perform any requ i rements which may be necessary to procure the permit or autho r izat i on ind i cated above. I understand that knowingly mak i ng any false statement or representation ln this application i s a vio l ation of Section 373.430 , F.S and 18 U.S.C. Sectio n 1001. T yped/Printed Name of App l icant Sig n atu re of Applicant Date (Corporate Til le if appllcable) Form 62-330.060(1) -Joint Application for Individual Env i ronmental Resource PermiV Authoriza ti on to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Perm i t Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (10-1-2013) Section A , Page 10of10
SECTION C: SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FOR WORKS OR OTHER ACTIVITIES IN, ON, OR OVER WETLANDS AND/OR OTHER SURFACE WATERS (Note: This section is not required if all the proposed activities are covered in Section B.) Instructions: This section is for ERP applications that do not involve activities associated with an individual single* family residence, duplex, triplex or quadruplex. For those activities, please use Section B. This form is to be completed if the proposed work or activity will occur in, on, over, or within 25 feet of a wetland or other suriace water. The supplemental information required by this section is in addition to the information required by Section A of the ERP application. PART 1: WETLAND OR OTHER SURFACE WATER IMPACT
SUMMARY
- 1. Describe the basic purpose of the project or activity:
The Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Projects (Project), located at the Turkey Point Power Plant in Homestead, Miami-Dade County. The Project is intended to improve water quality within approximately 1.9 acres of remnant canal and 5.6 acres of active barge basin immediately adjacent to the Turkey Point Cooling Canal System (CCS) and within Biscayne Bay. The Project site was previously the outflow point from the Grand Canal for the Turkey Point Fossil Plant Units 1 & 2. The canal was dredged to approximately -20 to-28 feet NAVO during the initial construction of the Plant in order to allow once through cooling water to be discharged into Biscayne Bay. The canal has since been plugged and is no longer in use or necessary due to the construction o! the CCS system. The remnant canal and adjacent area of scour from outflows is proposed to be backfilled in order to improve water quality within Biscayne Bay. The barge basin is adjacent to the fuel tanks within the existing Turkey Point Plant and is used to turn and dock barges. The canal was dredged to approximately -30 feet NAVO during the initial construction ofthe Plant in order to allow deeper draft vessels and fuel barges to access the site. 2. Total area of work (dredging , filling , construction, alteration, or removal) in, on, or over wetlands or other surface waters: sq. ft.; 7.5 ac. 3. Total volume of material in wetlands or other surface waters: a. to be dredged: cubic yards, b. to be filled: 181,000 cubic yards. 4. Identify the seasonal high water level {SHWL) and wetland normal pool elevations for each wetland or surface water within the project site. For tidal wetlands and/or surface waters provide the elevation of mean high and mean low water. Include an aerial photograph showing the location of each sampling location, dates, datum, and methods used to determine these elevations.
- 5. Name of waterbody(ies)
{if applicable & if known) in which work will occur? Biscayne Bay 6. Is the activity proposed in an Outstanding Florida Water or Aquatic Preserve? Form #62*330.060(1) -Joint Application for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Re s ource Permit/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (Effective Date) Section C, Page 1of12
[gl yes, name: Biscayne Bay AP 0 no 0 I do n't know 7. Has there eve r been a formal or informa l wetland determination f or the project site? I f yes , provide the identifying num b er and/ or a copy of the ju r isdictional map. NIA 8. P rovide a map(s) of the proj e c t are a a n d vicin i ty delineating USDA/NRCS soi l types. NIA 9. Provide recent aer i als, legible for photo i nterpretation (no pho t ocopies) with a sca l e of 1 p = 400 ft , o r more detai t ed, with project bou n da r ies and wetland bou n daries delineate d on the aeria l. See attached Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Plans 10. Provide existing and proposed maps indicating vegetative community types based on Flor i da Land Use and Cover Classification System (F L UCCS) (FOOT 1 999). For vegetated areas dom inated by exotic vege t ation, use the FLUCCS code rep r esentative of the na ti ve commun i ty type that was present prior to exotic infestat i on. See attached Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Plans us Annr Colp* ofE119ln1en. Fonn #62-330.060(1)
- Jo i nt Application for Individua l and Conceptual Environmental Resource Permit/ Author i zation to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal D redge and F ill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A C. (Effective Date) Section C , Page 2of 12
- 11. Provide existing and proposed maps indicating vegetative community types based on the Florida Natural Areas Inventory Guide to the Natural Communities of Florida. See attached Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Plans 12. Impact Summary Tables (located at the end of this section):
- a. For all projects, complete Table 1, 2 and 3 as applicable.
- b. For shoreline stabilization projects, provide the information requested in Table 4. 13. Adjacent property owners. The following information is required only for projects proposed to occur in , on or over wetlands that need a federal dredge and fill permit and/or authorization to use state owned submerged lands and is not necessary when applying solely for an Environmental Resource Permit. If the activity is located on state owned submerged lands and requires a lease or easement, provide a list of names and addresses from the latest county tax assessment roll of all property owners located within a 500 ft. radius of the proposed lease or easement boundary in mailing label format, or you may elect to send notice to those persons by certified mail, with the return-receipt card addressed to the DEP or water management district, as applicable, in accordance with subsection 18-21.005(3), F.A.C., and Section 253.115, F.S. For projects that need a federal dredge and fill permit, please provide the names, addresses and zip codes of property owners whose property directly adjoins the project (excluding applicant).
Attach additional sheets if necessary.
- 1. N/A 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. PART 2: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS Note: for many questions, a state rule/Applicant's Handbook Volume I (AH I) section is cited to assist the applicant in addressing these questions.
However, additional Federal criteria may apply. 1. Elimination or Reduction of Impacts (Avoidance and Minimization). Describe measures taken to eliminate or reduce impacts to wetlands and other surface waters (Refer to AH I Section 10.2.1). See attached Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Plans 2. Fish, Wildlife, Listed Species and their Habitats. Provide results of any wildlife assessments that have been conducted on the project site and provide any comments pertaining to the project from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and/or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Refer to AH I Section 10.2.2). See attached Turtle Point and Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Plans Form #62-330.060(1)
- Joint Application for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Resource PermiV Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in sub s ection 62-330.060(1 ), F.A.C. (Effective Date) Section C, Page 3 of 12
- 3. Water quantity impacts to wet l ands and ot h e r surface waters (Refer to AH I Section 10.2.2.4 and AH II). a , Does the activity include a proposed stormwate r water ma n agement system with a control elevation different than the wetla n d n o r ma l poo l elevation(s) of ex i sting o r proposed created wetlands or other surface waters? No b. If yes to (a), provide documentation (e.g. drawd o wn assessme n t or ot h er methods) that shows the proposed surface water managemen t system will not c h ange the hyd r operiod of the existing or created wetland or other surface water. 4. Public Interest Test. Please describe how the proposed activity will not be contrary to the public interest, OR if such an activity significa n tly degrades or i s located with i n an Outstanding Flor i da Water (OFW), that the regulated activ i ty w ill be clearly in the public in terest (Refer to AH I Section 10.2.3). a. Please describe how the project will be des i gned to avo i d adverse affects to public health, safety, or the welfare or the property of others. The proposed project is a water quality improvement project b. Please describe how the p r oject will be des i gned to avoid adverse affects to th e conservation of fish and wildlife, including endangered or threatened species, or their habitats. The project is backfilling of a remnant canal and active barge basin and will improve water quality and habitat. c. Please descr i be how the p r ojec t w ill be des i gned to avoid adverse affects to n av i gati on or the flow of wate r or cause harmful erosio n or shoa l ing. The Turtle Po i nt canal is to be restored to -7 NAVO with the west 1/3 of the canal to +1 NAVO and therefore will not affect navigation. The Barge Canal/Basin is to be restored to -15 NAVO allowing for continued use for vessel access. The backfilling will not cause erosion or shoaling as this area does not have a large tidal range and minimal current. d. P l ease describe how the project will be designed to avo i d adverse affects to the fishing or recreationa l values or marine productivity i n the v i c i nity of the activity , The project will improve water quality and therefore improve marine productivity in the vicinity. e. w m t he p r oject be of a temporary or permanent nature? Permanent
- f. P l ease describe how the project w ill be designed to avoid adverse impac t s to s i gnificant historica l and archaeological resources , under the prov i s i ons of section 267.061, F.S. Historical and archaeological resources would have been previously dredged during the construction of the canal and basin and CCS system. g. Please describe how the project will be designed to avoid adverse affects to the current condition and re l ative va l ue of functions being performed by a r eas affected by the proposed regulated activity. The project will improve water quality and therefore improve the current condition.
- 5. Water Qua li ty. Provide a descr i ption o f how water quality will be ma i ntained i n wetlands and other surface waters that will be preserved or will remain und i sturbed, both on and offsite. Please address both short-term (such as dur i ng construct i on) and long-term water quality considerations (Refer to Fonn #62-330.060(1
- Joint App li cation for t ndfv l dual and Conceptua l En vir onmenta l Resource Penn l V Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill P e nnit Incorporated by reference in subse c tion 62-330.060(1 ). F.A.C. (Effec tr ve Date) Section c. Page 4of12
projects in order to contain any suspended materials. Turbidity monitoring will be performed to ensure water quality criteria are maintained.
- 6. Class II Waters; Waters approved for shellfish harvesting (Refer to AH I Section 10.2.5). a. Will the project occur i n Class II that are NOT approved for shellfish harvesting?
If yes, please provide a plan or procedure detailing the measures to be taken to meet the requirements of AH I Section 10.2.5(a). No b. Is the project located adjacent to or in close proximity to Class II waters? If yes, please provide a plan or procedure detailing the measures to be taken to meet the requirements of AH I Section 10.2.5(b). No c. Is the project located in Class II or Class Ill waters that are classified as "approved\ "restricted ", "conditionally approved" , or "cond i tionally restricted"? If yes, demonstrate that the project meets the requirements of AH I Section 10.2.S(c). No 7. Vertical seawalls. Are vertical seawalls proposed in an estuary or lagoon as part of the project? If yes , please describe how the project meets the requirements of AH I Section 10.2.6. No 8. Secondary Impacts (AH I Section 10.2.7). a. Will an upland buffer , w i th a m i nimum width of 15' and an average width of 25', be provided between the proposed activities and existing wetlands or wetlands to be preserved , enhanced , restored , or created? Provide the location and dimension of a ll buffers on the plans. If not , demonstrate that secondary impacts will not occur or how they will be offset Secondary impacts will not occur during construction activities. All mangroves will be avoided. b. If listed species are present or may be present then coordination with wild li fe agencies is needed. Have you coordinated with the FFWCC and/or USFWS? If so, please provide correspondence from the wildlife agencies indicating concurrence with the species management plan(s). Wildlife agencies have not been contacted.
- c. What measures will be taken to avoid impacts to wetland-dependent wildlife and/or listed species that use uplands for nesting or denning? Endangered and Threatened species training will be provided to all construction personnel.
Manatee observers will be stationed on-site during all in-water construction activities. Standard Manatee Construction Conditions and Standard Smalltooth Sawfish Construction Conditions will be implemented.
- d. Describe whether there are any other relevant activities that are very closely li nked and causally related to any proposed dredging or filling in wetlands or other surface waters that have the potential to cause impacts to significant historical and archaeological resources. No. e. Are there additional future phases or extensions of the proposed activities that are not shown? If yes , please describe. No 9. Cumulative Impacts. Is the proposed mitigation located within the same drainage basin (Refer to AH I Figures 10.2.8.1 -10.2.8.5) as the proposed wetland impacts? If not , please submit a Cumulative Impact Evaluation in accordance with AH I Section 10.2.8. Form #62-330.060(1)
-Joint Application for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Resource PermiV Authorization to Use State*Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62*3 30.060(1), F.A C (Effective Date) Section C, Page 5 of 12
- 10. M i tigation Plan (Refer to AH I Section 10.3). a. If a mitigation ba n k is proposed to o ff set wetla n d/other surface water impacts, provide: I. the name of the bank: . A l etter of reserva ti on from the ba n ker will be required once the application h as been eva l uated. i i. tf the mitigation bank was assessed using UMAM , provide UMAM worksheets for impact area{s). If the bank was assessed u s i ng a method other than UMAM , then prepare the impact assessment u s i ng t he same method. b. If m i tigation is proposed to offset wetla nd/other surface water i mpacts, p l ease provide a mttigat io n plan that includes, at a minimum , the following: i. 0 Proposed mitigation narrat i ve: (1) 0 Describe the current and p r oposed condition for each type of m i tig a ti on component (restoratio n , en h a n cement, creation, preservation), including: (a) 0 Describe curre nt and proposed vegetation (b) 0 Describe current and proposed hydrologic condi ti ons for the propo s ed mitigation. (c) 0 Descr i be the soil types from NRCS maps an d confirm if actua l so il conditions appear to match. (2) 0 Provide details of the proposed cons tru c ti on/mi t igation activities includ i ng phasing and timing, as appropriate.
(3) D Identify measures that will be i mplemen t ed du ri ng and after construction to avoid adverse impacts related to the proposed act i v i ties. {4) 0 A mitigation i mplementation and monitoring schedu l e with dates. {5) 0 Identify the success criteria. (6) 0 Describe the anticipated site conditions in and aroun d the mi ti gat i on area after the mitigation plan is successfully i mplemented. (7) 0 Provide a comparison of current fish and wild li fe hab i tat to expected habi t at after the mitigation pla n is successfully implemented. ii. 0 Provide a Management Plan that I ncludes , as appropriate , aspects of operation and maintenance, i nc l uding water management pract i ces , vegetation establishment. exotic and nuisance species control , fire management, and control of access. iii. 0 Maps: (1) 0 Soil map (i nclude soil names/codes , hydro l og i c so il g r oups and hydric so il types). (2) 0 Topographic map of the m itigation area and adjacent contribu ti ng and receiving areas. (3) D Hydrologic features map of the m i tigation area and adjacent contr i buting and receiving areas. (4) 0 Vegetative communities map {using FLUCCS or other appropriate classification system). (5) 0 For all maps, indentify source. iv. Provide the necessary supporting information for the app fi cation of sect i ons 62-345.400 -.600 (Uniform Mitigat i on Assessment Method (UMAM)). To meet this requirement. submittal of UMAM worksheets is acceptable for impact and m i tigation areas. Form #62-330.060(1) -Joint Application fo r and Conceptual E nvironmenta l Resource Perm i t/ Autho ri za ti on to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and F ill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection FAC. (Effective Date) Section C, Page 6 of 12
- v. If onsite and/or offsite applicant-responsible mitigation is proposed, submit a draft Conservation Easement document or other form of restrictive covenant that provides for protection of the mitigation area in perpetuity.
Standard forms, as described in subsection 62-330.301(6), F.A.C., are available from the Agency or on its website. v i. If onsite and/or offsite applicant-responsible mitigation is proposed, submit a cost estimate for completing the mitigation, including monitoring and maintenance. vii. If onsite and/or offsite applicant-responsible mitigation is proposed and the proposed mitigation exceeds $25,000, please provide a draft financial assurance document. viii. Identify the entity responsible for monitoring, maintenance and long-term stewardship of the mitigation area (i.e. the landowner or homeowner association, not the consultant or contractor that will do the work). Form #62-330.06011)
- Joint Application for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1 ), F.A.C. (Effective Date) Section C, Page 7 of 12
PART 3: PLANS PLANS: The information l isted in the chec kli st be l ow represent the typical informa ti on requ i red on the s u bmitted project plans. The Plans check l ists i n each app li cation section are cumu l ative u n l ess o th erw i se noted. Separate plans for each application section are n ot r e qu i red. 1. D Include the following on the construct i on plans and cross sections: a 1:81 An Ex i sting Conditions sheet showing the ent i re projec t and wetland/other surface water boundaries. Include the follow i ng: Acreage and type (herbaceous, forested or othe r surface water) of each wetland/other surface wa t er. b. 1:81 A Proposed Conditions sheet showing the ent ir e pro j ec t and we tl and/other surface water boundaries with construct i on p l an over l ay. c. 0 A Proposed Wetland Impact sheet t hat i nclude the followi n g: i. D Acreage and type (herbaceous, fores t ed or othe r surface wa t er) of each wetland/o ther surface water to be i mpacted. ii. D Proposed upland buffers w it h dimens i ons. iii. D Identify the seasonal h i gh water and wetla n d normal pool e l eva ti ons on the plans. i v. D Separately identify WMD/FDEP a n d USACE wetland/other surface wa t er impacts if different.
- d. D Include wetland boundaries on all construction p l an sheets. 2. D If onsite and/or offsite applicant-respo n sible m i t ig a ti on I s proposed , submit mi ti gati on perm i t plans and cross sections including , at a m i n i mum. a D exist i ng conditions p l an sheet i d en t ify i ng upland and wetland comm u n iti es and acreage of eac h. topography, dra i nage patterns , and loca ti on o f cross-section detail. b D proposed conditions plan sheet i den ti fying pro p osed improvements by type (restoration, enhancement , creation , preservation), acreage of each , topography , drai n age patterns, and location of cross-section deta il. c. D mon i toring plan sheet i nclud i ng proposed improvements , mon i toring transects, photosta ti ons, and mitigat i on signage (if applicab l e). d. D cross-sect i on and/or profile detail(s) sheet(s) inc l uding representative section of each type of m iti gation component.
Inc l ude exist i ng and proposed conditions and represen t a ti ve elevations.
- e. D p l anting schedule, plant spec i es I nc l ud i ng common and sc i entific names d i vided into three sections (canopy, shrub, he r baceous) by m i tiga t ion component , quantity, spac i ng , size , and elevat i on range. Form #62-3 30.060(1) -J o int Ap p li cation for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Resource Penn i t/ Authoriza ti on lo Use State-Owned Submerged Lan d s/ Federa l Dredge and Fill Pennil Incorpo r ated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F A.C (Effective Dale) Sec ti on C , Page 8 of 12
TABLE 1 -PROJECT WETLAND (WL) AND OTHER SURFACE WATER (SW) AND IMPACT
SUMMARY
WL & SW ID UMAM ASSESSMENT AREA NAME(S) WL & SW TYPE WL & SW SIZE (acres) WL & SW NOT IMPACTED (acres) TEMPORARY WL & SW IMPACTS PROJECT TOTALS: Comments: Codes (multiple entries per cell not allowed): IMPACT SIZE
- Wetland & Surface Water ID: Include ID on submitted wetland and surface water impact maps
- Wetland Type: from an established wetland classification system
- Impact Type: D=dredge; F=fill; H=change hydrology; S=shading; C=clearing; O=other Form #62-330 .060(1) -Joint Application for Environmental Resource lndivid ual Penn ii/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Pennit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1). F.A.C. (Effective Date) IMPACT TYPE PERMANENT WL & SW IMPACTS IMPACT SIZE IMPACT TYPE MITIGATION ID Section C , Page 9 of 12
TABLE 2 -PROJECT ON-SITE MITIGATION
SUMMARY
CREATION RESTORATION ENHANCEMENT WETLAND UPLAND OTHER UMAM PRESERVE PRESERVE MITIGATION ASSESSMENT TARGET ID AREA TYPE NAME(S) AREA AREA AREA AREA AREA AREA (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) ' I I I I I I , I I I I ' ' ' ' I I I .... I I P ROJECT TOTALS COMMENTS: Codes (multiple entr i es per cell not allowed):
- Target Type or Type .. target or existing hab i tat type from an established wetland class ifi cat i on system or land use classificat i on for non-wetland m i tigation Fonn #62*330.060(1)
-Jo i nt Application for Environmental Resource Indiv i dual Perm i t/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference i n subsect i on 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (Effect i ve Date) Section C , Pag e 10 of 1 2
TABLE 3 -PROJECT OFF-SITE MITIGATION
SUMMARY
CREATION RESTORATION ENHANCEMENT WETLAND UPLAND OTHER UMAM PRESERVE PRESERVE MITIGATION ASSESSMENT TARGET ID AREA TYPE NAME(S) AREA AREA AREA AREA AREA AREA (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) (acres) PROJECT TOTALS COMMENTS: Codes (multiple entries per cell not allowed):
- Target Type or Type=target or existing habitat type from an established wetland classification system or land use classification for non-wetland mitigation Form #62-330.060(1)
- Joint Application for Environmental Resource lndivid ual Permit/ Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330 060(1). F.A.C. (Effective Date) Section c , Page 11 of 12
T ABLE 4 -SHORELINE STABILIZATION Stabilization Natural Vegetation (liv ing shoreline) Rip Rap+ Vegetation Rip Rap Seawall + Rip Rap Vertical Seawall O ther Shoreline Stabilization Type Size of Rip Rap Type of Rip Rap Linear Ft. New Linear Ft. Replaced Linear Ft. Repaired Linear Ft. Removed Slope H: V: NIA Form #62-330.060(11 -Joint Application for Environmental Resource Individual PenniV A u thorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Toe Width (Ft.) NIA I ncorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1 ), F.A.C. (Effective Date) Section C , Page 12of12
SECTION F: APPLICATION FOR AUTHORIZATION TO USE STATE-OWNED SUBMERGED LANDS Instructions: If you were referred to this section from Section A, please provide the following additional information. Please note that if your proposed project is on state-owned submerged lands and the below requested information is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete. All items required under this section are in addition to those required under other sections , as applicable. PART 1: TYPE OF AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED Please check the most applicable activity that applies to your project(s): A. Exceptions: The following activities do not require authorization to use state-owned submerged lands. If you are certain that your project (including all components/phases thereof) qualifies, please indicate accordingly, below, and no further action is required to complete this section. D Construction or maintenance of a county water or sewer system under Section 153.04 F.S. D Removal of material from the area adjacent to an intake or discharge structure under 403.813(1 )(f), F.S. D Removal of organic detrital material under Section 403.813(1 )(r) or (u), F.S. D Construction of floating vessel platforms under Section 403.813(1 )(s), F.S. D Trimming or alteration of mangroves under Sections 403.9321 through 403.9334, F.S. B. Consent by Rule: Except for activities authorized under Section 253.77(4), F.S., no application or written authorization for the use of state-owned submerged lands is required for an activity that complies with the criteria listed in subparagraphs 18-21.005(1 )(b)1. through 5., F.A.C., and that is exempt from the requirements of obtaining a permit under the provisions of:
- Section 403.813(1), F.S., paragraphs (a); (b), provided that the structure is the only dock or pier on a parcel and it is not a private residential multi-family dock with three or more slips.
- Section 403.813(1
), F.S., paragraphs (c); (d); (e); (f), provided that no severance fee is required under Rule 18-21.011, F.A.C., and the existing activity has a valid Board of Trustees authorization.
- Section 403.813(1), F.S., paragraphs (g); (h); (i), provided that no private residential family dock or pier is constructed.
- Section 403.813(1
), F.S., paragraph (k), provided that any channel markers delineate existing and authorized or permitted navigation channels. Such activities must still comply with the General Conditions for Authorizations under subsection 18-21.004(7), F.A.C. Agency staff will determine whether the proposed project qualifies for Consent by Rule. Be advised that if your project does not qualify for an Exception or Consent by Rule for one of the reasons listed above, then it will require one of the forms of authorization listed below. C. Letter of Consent: Written authorization is required for each of the following activities: D One minimum-size private residential single-family dock (see definition in Rule 18-21.003, F.A.C.). D Private residential single-family or multi-family docks, piers, boat ramps, and similar existing and proposed activities that cumulatively preempt no more than 10 square feet of sovereignty submerged land for each linear foot of the applicant's riparian shoreline, along sovereignty submerged land on the affected waterbody within a single plan of development (see Form 62-330.060(11
- Joint Application for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authorization to Use State.owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1 ), F.A.C. (Effective Dale) Sectlon F, Page 1 of 4
"preempted area" defin i tion i n Rule 18-21.003, F.A.C.). D Private channels that prov i de access to an up l and single-family or mu l ti-family residential parcel and that meas u res no more than 10 squa r e feet of sovereignty submerged land for each linear foot of the app li cant's r i parian shoreline along sovere i gnty submerged land on the affected waterbody w i thin a s i ngle plan of deve t opment. D Seawalls, bulkheads , or other shore li ne stabilization struc tu res no more than three feet waterward of mean o r ordinary h i gh water. D Placement , replacemen t , or repa i r of r iprap, groins, breakwaters, or i ntake and discharge structures no more than ten feet waterward o r the line o r mean or ordinary h i gh water. D Restoration and nour i s h ment of naturally occur ri ng sandy beaches, i ncluding borrow areas to be used for five years or less_ D Artificial reefs or fish attractors t h at are constructed for public use. D Pub li c docks or piers that are exempt from permit r equirements under Section 403.813(1), F.S., or that qua li fy as min i m u m-size docks or piers or are less than or eq u al to the 1O:1 preempted area to shoreline ratio; public boat ramps; public channels; or public swimming areas , prov i ded that all such structure s or ac ti v i ties are owned and operated by governmental entit i es and any revenues collected are used solely for operation and maintenance of the st r ucture or adjacent public recreational facilities. D Ski course buoys and sk i j umps not associa t ed with reven u e-generating water skiing act i vities. D Remova l of wrecked , abandoned or derelict vesse l s or structures. 1:8'.1 Hab i tat restoration. D. Lease; A state-owned s u bmerged land lease is requ i red for the fo ll owing activities. D Pr i vate res i dentia l single-family or mu l ti-family docks or piers, other docks or pie r s, boat ramps , or ot h e r s i milar activities that do not qua li fy for a l etter of consent. D Pr i vate residential multi-family docks des i gned or used to moor three or mo r e vessels w i thin aquatic preserves. D Docks designed or used to moor ten or more vessels in Monroe County. D Commerc i a l/i n dustr i al docks, as defined in Rule 16-18.004, F.A.C., in Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve , as require d by paragraph 18-18.006(3)(c), F.A.C. D All r evenue-generating activities. D Oil and gas explo r ation and development. D Open-water moo ri n g fields. D M i ning. E. Easement A state-owned subme r ged la n d easement is r equired for the follow i ng public or pr i vate activ i t i es. D Utility cross i ngs and rights of way. D Road and bridge cross i ngs and rights of way, including such structures built prior to the need to obtain an easement when proposed for modification or repair. D Gro l ns, breakwaters, and shoreli n e protection structures , except when constructed as part of a docking facility t hat requires a lease. D Pub l ic navigation projects other than public channels. D Pr i vate r esidential channe l s that do not qualify for a letter of consent , and channels that provi.de access to revenue-generat i ng facilities I n uplands. D Oil, gas and other pi p e l ines. D Intake and d i scharge structures more than 10 feet waterward of the mean or ord i nary high Form 62-330.06011) -Joint Application f or I ndividual and Conceptual Environmental Resource Permit/ Authoriza ti on to U se State-Ow n ed Submerged L ands/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit I ncorporated by reference in subsection 6 2-330.060 (1 ), F.A.C. {Effe c tive Date) Section F , Page 2 of 4
water line. D Spoil disposal sites. D Borrow areas that will be used for longer than five years for beach nourishment. D Public water management projects other than public channels. D Treasure salvage (Cultural Resource Recovery). PART 2: SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS If state-owned submerged lands will be affected by your project , we will notify you in writing, and the items in this section will also be required. For expediency, if you acknowledge or believe that your project affects state-owned submerged lands you may submit the items in the appropriate section of Part 2 prior to receiving written confirmation of state ownership. This will not jeopardize any future claim of ownership. Unless your proposed project qualifies for an Exception or Consent by Rule, as described in Part 1 A or B, then your application to use state-owned submerged lands must include the following items, as applicable to your project. A. All applications for Letter of Consent, Lease or Easement must include the following: D Satisfactory evidence of sufficient upland interest to the extent required by paragraph 18-21.004(3)(b), F.A.C. Detailed statement of the proposed activity. D If dredging is proposed, an estimate of the number of cubic yards of sovereignty materials to be removed showing how the amount was calculated. B. Applications for a Letter of Consent shall also include the following: D Multiple boat slip facilities may require an affidavit certifying that the facility will not be a revenue generating/income producing facility. D Two copies of a dimensioned site plan drawing(s) with the following requirements:
- a. Utilizing an appropriate scale on 8 1/2" x 11" size paper; b. Showing the approximate location of the mean high/ordinary high/or safe upland line; c. Showing the location of the shoreline vegetation, if existing;
- d. Showing the location of the proposed structures and any existing structures;
- e. Showing the applicant's upland parcel property lines; f. Showing the riparian lines; and g. Showing the primary navigation channels or direction to the center of the affected waterbody.
C. Applications for Leases shall also include the following: D Lease processing fee as specified in subparagraph 18-21.008(1 )(a)B, F.A.C. D Location of the proposed activity including: county; section, township and range; affected waterbody; and a vicinity map, preferably a reproduction of the appropriate portion of United States Geological Survey quadrangle map. D Two prints of a survey prepared, signed, and sealed by a person properly licensed by the Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers. a. Use an appropriate scale on 8 1/2"x 11" size paper; b. Show the location of ordinary or mean high water; c. Show the location of the shoreline vegetation, if existing; Form 62-330.060(1)- Joint Application for Individual and Conceptual Environmental Resource PermiV Authorization to Use State-Owned Submerged Land s/ Federal Dredge and Fill Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330.060(1), F.A.C. (Effective Date) Section F, Page 3 of 4
- d. Show the location of the proposed structures and any existing structures
- e. Show the applicant's upland parcel property lines; f. Show the primary nav i gation channels or direction to the center of the affected waterbody
- g. Show the riparian li nes; h. Include a legal description of the preempted area to be l eased; and i. For those lease applications in the Flor i da Keys, i ndicate the water depths referenced to mean low water within the l ease area and out to the navigation channel. 0 Notic i ng information as required by subsection 18-21.005(3), F.A.C. 0 B illi ng Information Form , which provides billing information; sa l es tax information
- and other data required in accordance with Section 24.115(4), F.S. 0 Computation of the tota l square footage of preempted sovereignty l and to be leased. D. App li cat i ons for Easements sha ll a l so i nclude the following
0 Easement processing fee as specified i n either (for public easements) paragraph 18-21.009(1 )(g), or (for private easements) paragraph 18-21.010(1)(i), F.A.C. D Vic i nity map. 0 Detailed statement of proposed use and sat i sfactory evidence of need for installation of te l ecommunication l ines and associated conduits that are subject to the provisions of paragraph 1 B-21.004(2)(1), F.A.C. I f the applicant is a local govern i ng body, the request shall be by official reso l ution or minutes. 0 Two prints of a survey prepa r ed by a Licensed Florida Surveyor and Mapper in accordance w i th Chapter 61G17 , FAC., (see attachment X for survey checklist) and meeting the following requirements
- a. Utilizing an appropr i ate sca le on 8 112" x 1 1" size paper; b. Showing boundaries of the parcel sought; c. Showing ownersh i p li nes of the r i pa ri an up l an d s; d. Showing the line of ord in ary or mean high water; e. Showing the location of the shore li ne vegetation , if exist i ng; f. Showing the locat i on of any proposed o r ex i sting structures;
- g. Showing the ripa ri an li nes; and h. Legal description and ac r eage of the parcel so u ght. 0 Noticing information as required by subsection 18-21.005(3), F.A.C. Form 62-330.060(1). Joint Application for Individua l and Conceptua l Environmenta l Resource Perm i t/ Author i zation to Use State-Owned Submerged Lands/ Federal Dredge and F HI Permit Incorporated by reference in subsection 62-330 060 (1 ). FA C. (Effective Dale) Section F. Page 4 of 4
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT TURTLE POINT WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT BIOLOGICAL EVALUATION AND RESTORATION PLAN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA Prepared for: Florida Power & Light 700 Universe Boulevard Juno Beach, Florida 33408 Prepared By: Tetra Tech, Inc. 759 South Federal Highway Stuart , FL 34994 July 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTSt ....................................... .................................... INTRODUCTION .......... ......................... , .. , .............................. .................................. ......... , .. , .. ,.,, ........... 1-1 1.1 Purpose and Need ............................... ....................... ................... ..................................... 1-1 2.. B I OL O GIC.AL EV .ALUATION ...................... ............. ........................... .................... 2-1 2. 1 Tv l ethods ............ ............................................................. ........................... ........................... 2-1 2.2 Findings ............. ........... ........................... .................................................. ........................... 2-2 2.2.1 Submerged A quatic Vegetation ....................................... ................................... 2-2 2.2.2 J'Ylangroves .............................. ................................................................................ 2-7 2.2.3 U plands .................................................................................................................. 2-7 2.3 Land Cover ................................. ................... ............................ .......................................... 2-7 2.4 Protected Species ....................... ....................................................................................... 2-1 1 3. RE STORATION P LAN .................... ........................................................ .............. 3-15 3.1 Fill Specifications, Transport, and Staging .................................... ................................ 3-1 5 3.2 Turbidity Containment .................................................................................................... 3-t 6 3.3 Habitat Grading and Shoreline and Slope Stabilization .............. ................................ 3-1 7 3.4 Tvlangrove planting .......................................................................... .................................. 3-1 7 3.5 Threatened and Endangered Species Signagc .............................. ...................... .......... 3-17 3.6 Water Quality Tvlonitoring ............ ................................................. .................................. 3-18 4..
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LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1-1. Project vicinity map ................................................................................................................... 1-3 Figure 2-1. SA V cover by species for seagrass and macroalgae as a group .......................................... 2-3 Figure 2-2. S t\ V cover by percent cover class ........................................................................................... 2-5 Figure 2-3. Land use and L'lnd cover classification ................................................................................... 2-9 Figure 3-5. FWC manatee signage .................................................................................................................... . Figure 3-1. Proposed restoration conceptual plan for filling one third of the TPC .......................... 3-19 Figure 3-2. Proposed staging area and conveyor placement area ......................................................... 3-21 LIST OF PHOTOS Photo 3-1. Proposed staging area .............................................................................................................. 3-15 Photo 3-2. Example of covered fill conveyor system ........................... .............. ................................... 3-16 Photo 3-3. Fill conveyor loading placement barge .............................................. ................................... 3-16 Ju l y 2016 iii
A P ccs cy DGPS F DEP FOOT F L UCCS FPL f sw ft ft l FWC FWS 111. Kg m NAVO NO.A.A NTU Project S A V TPC WGS84 July 2016 Acronyms and Abbreviations A q u atic Pr eserve Cooling C a nal System Cubic ya rd Di ff ere nti a l Globa l Positioning System Fl ori da Department of Environmental Protection F l ori da Department of Transportation F l ori da L a n d Use and Cover Classification System F lo ri d a P ower & Light Fee t of s eawater foo t/feet sq u are feet Florida F is h an d Wildlife Conservation Commission U.S. F i s h & Wildlife Service inch/in c hes kilogr a m Meter sq u are meters North A merican Ver ti cal Datum Nationa l Oceanic and .Atmospheric Administration n ephelometric tu r bidity unit T urtle P oint Water Quality Improveme n t Proj ect Su b merged A q uatic Vegetation Turtl e P o int C anal Wo rld Geod eti c System 1984
- 1. INTRODUCTION Tetra Tech Inc .* (fetra Tech) was contracted by Florida Power & Light (FPL) to provide a restoration alternative that would provide additional ecological benefits to the Turtle Point Water Quality Improvement Project (Project), located at the Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant in Homestead.
Miami-Dade County. Per the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) issued Consent Order (OGC No. 16-0241) FPL committed to the objective of restoring the Turtle Point Canal (fPC). The Project is intended to improve hydrology and water quality within the TPC by backfilling to -7 NA VD, and create mangrove habitat by backfilling a portion of the canal to approximately + 1 NA VD. Figure 1-1 presents the project location graphically. FPL Turkey Point Power Plant utilizes a closed loop shallow radiant cooling canal system (CCS) in the operation of a fossil fuel and two nuclear (Units 3 and 4) generating systems. In addition to cooling, the CCS is an industrial wastewater facility receiving runoff from the Plant site, processing water backwash/ concentrate and boiler blowdown from a natural gas combined cycle generation system (Unit 5). Tetra Tech performed a site survey on May 23, 2016. The purpose of the survey was to conduct a biological evaluation of the TPC and the surrounding areas to assist in the development of the restoration plan. The survey identified protected species and sensitive biological resources within the Project area. The findings presented herein will supply the regulatory agencies 'vith the most up-todate resource data for the project site. Further, data collected from this survey were used in the restoration design and planning phase to minimize and avoid impacts to resources during project implementation. This report provides a biological evaluation of the project area as well as restoration planning for implementation of the proposed restoration. 1.1 Purpose and Need The purpose of the proposed Project is to fill (restore) the historic Turtle Point discharge canal that is no longer in use, and to improve habitat and water quality adjacent to the plant. The TPC was previously the discharge point from the Grand Canal for the Turkey Point Fossil Plant Units 1 & 2. The canal was dredged to approximately -20 to -28 feet NA VD during the initial construction of the Plant in order to allow once thru cooling water to be discharged into Biscayne Bay. The canal has since been plugged and is no longer in use or necessary due to the construction of the CCS system. The remnant canal and adjacent area of scour from outflows is proposed to be backfilled in order to provide for water quality and habitat restoration within Biscayne Bay. Water quality parameters within the historic discharge canal adjacent to the CCS berm have been monitored as a condition of Ivfiami-Dade County Department of Environmental Resource IVIanagement (IVIDC DERivI) Class I permit No. CLI-2014-0312 since May 2015. A sample collected on September 14, 2015 contained ammonia at a level which exceeded the County's water quality standard of 0.5 mg/L (St'lndard). Ammonia concentrations have intermittently been above MDC DEIUvI standards. FPL performed a feasibility study and has determined that restoration of the remnant canal to a depth of -7ft NA VD will effectively improve the water quality within TPC and subsequently Biscayne Bay. July 2016 1-1
FPL will be backfilling the TPC to -7 NA VD in order to provide for water quality improvements to Biscayne Bay. Additionally, FPL has requested an analysis of obtaining additional environmental lift by restoring a portion of the TPC footprint to mangrove and American crocodile habitat. This habitat creation would be accomplished by backfilling a portion of the canal (western one-third of the TPC) to approximately +1 ft. NA VD. The following provides a detailed description of the restoration being proposed. July 2016
Figure 1-1. Project vicinity map Back of figure July 2016
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- 2. BIOLOGICAL EVALUATION A biological evaluation (survey) was conducted of the TPC to document on-site and surrounding ecological communities, identify environmental concerns, define restoration goals and objectives, and to make specific recommendations concerning construction activities associated with the restoration actions. The survey reviewed access routes and environmental precautions.
Data gathered during the survey provided the information to develop the restoration prescription and design criteria. A land and submerged water survey was conducted by a professional land surveyor. The topographic survey provided by FPL was used to assist the restoration team in planning, conceptual design, and assessing restoration actions, as well as providing a basis for volumetric calculations of the TPC to yield an estimate of fill quantities. 2.1 Methods Tetra Tech biologists with experience in benthic and mangrove habitat assessments performed a biological evaluation of the TPC and surrounding areas. Figure 2-1 provides the extent of the assessment area. The evaluation included reconnaissance of the TPC and the confluence of the TPC and Biscayne Bay. Submerged aquatic vegetation (SA V) communities were mapped and presence of marine fauna were noted. Mangrove and terrestrial communities were assessed and an inventory of common species and wildlife utilization were documented. Representative images of resources were captured during the assessment. SA V survey activities were performed using scientific divers, Trimble DGPS, and Hypack 2013 to catalog the distribution and abundance of SAV. The survey was conducted by Tetra Tech scientific divers trained in marine biological resource identification and quantification. Seagrass species and coverage data were collected along evenly-spaced transects. Divers cataloged each transect at a rate of less than 1 knot. Mapping data were transmitted back to the work platform via Pacific Crest Environmental Data Link (EDL II) telemetry. Positioning data were collected in WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) datum and transmitted back to the work platform at a rate of 1 data point per second. The Trimble DGPS receives differential corrections from U.S. Coast Guard Continuously Operating Reference Stations and provides sub-meter horizontal accuracy. Data were processed with Hypack Target Editor and subsequently exported in a .txt format. The raw data were imported into ArcGIS 9 (ArcMapŽ 9.3) where shapefiles were created and analyzed. Georeferenced maps of seagrass species distribution and abundance were produced. Seagrass cover was interpolated using the 3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst extensions in ArcMap Ž and Xtools Pro (independent [Data East, LLC.) ArcGIS extension). Planar area calculations were performed using Xtools Pro. Percent coverage was estimated by visually assessing the benthos at regular intervals (approximately every meter) along each transect and assigning a cover value from 0-5. The cover values were assigned based on the observed seagrass/macroalgae percent cover. Greater than 1,000 data points were recorded during field operations a nd used in the analysis. The SA V cover s c a le with respective cover ranges is presented in Table 2-1, below. July 2016 2-1
Table 2-1. SAV Cover Scale 2.2 Findings Cover Scale Value 0 1 2 3 4 5 Percent Coverage 0% <5% 5*25% 25-50% 50-75% 75-100% U nderwater visibility during dive operations was variable, ranging from 5 to 20 feet (ft.) (1.5 to 6 meters). Currents \vithin the survey areas were minimal and generally wind driven. Surface water depths ranged from approximately 4 to 10 ft. Bottom topography is r el atively flat outside of the TPC. The interior of the TPC can be characterized as a steep slope from top of bank to the dredge depth of approximately 28 ft. The bottom of the TPC can be classified as barren mud and detritus with no vegetative cover. The sediment outside of the TPC is characterized as a calcareous mixture of silt, sand, shell fragments, and organic material. Jn general, the in-wate r survey area was characterized by three benthic community types; barren mud a nd detritus, macroa 1 g a e, and seagrass. E pibenthic functional groups such as stony corals, spo n ges, and gorgonians were not encountered during the survey. 0 1 ther community types within the gre at er pro j ect a r ea include m a ngrove and upland levees and roadways. A list of marine and terrestrial s pecies observed during the survey i s presented in Table 2-2. 2.2.1 Submerged Aquatic Vegetation No SAV cover was documented w i th i n the TPC. In general, barren substrate or epibenthic cover (macroalgae) of less th an 1 % was e n countered deeper than ft. Macroalgae cover was persistent in the -5 to ft. elevatio n range, while seagrasses were generally encountered in-5-ft. or less elevation. Two spe ci es of seagrass (Thalassia test11di11111J1 and H alodule wrightti) were recorded during the survey. Thalassia l e st11di1111111 is the dominant seag r ass species within the survey area; percent cover ranged from <5 to >75%. M inim al cover a ge of Halodul e wright ii (<5% cover) was recorded along the fringe of the seagrass community. Figure s 2-1 a nd 2-2 provide S A V coverage by species and percent cover (seagrass by species and macroalgae as a functional group) within the survey area. Table 2-2 provides a list of SAV documented during the s urvey. July 20 1 6
July 2016 0 75 150 300 Feet I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I O 25 50 100 Meters
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2.2.2 Mangroves Mature mangroves are present along the three banks of the TPC. Coverage is generally uninterrupted and is characterized by a narrow zone of red mangroves (Rhizophora 111a11gle). Several narrow canopy openings were noted along the south and west banks allowing for access to the TPC. White mangrove (Lagtmm/aria ra ce mosa), black mangrove (Avimmia gem1i11a11s), and buttonwood ( Co11ocarp11s erect11s) were also noted along the narrow mangrove fringe. Mangrove habitat provides a detrital base for organic food webs and significant habitat for arboreal, intertidal, and subtidal organisms, including shellfish, crustaceans, fish, and birds. Additionally, red mangrove prop roots can provide substrate for a diverse epifaunal assemblage. Although important habitat for a variety of species, the narrow fringe of available habitat and the steep slope along the seaward edge provide low quality mangrove habitat. Red mangrove prop roots had little to no epifaunal colonization and the detrital base and associated organisms were generally absent due to the narrow fringe and steep slope of the of the TPC. Although the majority of mangroves within the proposed Project construction areas are on lands disturbed and previously impacted by the construction and operation of the Turkey Point complex, it is probable that they still provide structural habitat for mangrove community wildlife. 2.2.3 Uplands The uplands adjacent to the project site consist of shell rock roads constructed to provide access to the CCS. The uplands are historically filled lands that provide minimal habitat for native species. The roads will provide access to the project site for construction, but will remain unaffected by the project. Table 2-2 provides a list of vegetation noted during the pedestrian survey. 2.3 Land Cover The FDOT land use, vegetation cover, and landform classification system (FLUCCS) is arranged in hierarchical levels with each level containing information of increasing detail. The system uses four levels (I-IV) \vithin classification categories; however, for the level of detail required for the analysis presented in this report, categories were limited to level III specificity. A total of four categories are represented \vithin the project boundary. Figure 2-3 presents the land use, cover, and forms classification system (FLUCCS) graphically. Below is a description of each land cover category. Channelized Waterway (512) -This category includes the TPC and the cooling canal system (CCS) associated \vith the Turkey Point Facility Embayments Opening D (541) -This category includes the greater Biscayne Bay area. Mangrove swamp (612) -This Category describes the mangrove communities that fringe the TPC and are adjacent to the project area. Dikes and levees (747)-This category describes the levees and roadways that surround the CCS and the proposed staging area south of the TPC. July 2016 2-7
Table 2-2. Marine, Terrestrial, and Avian Species Documented in Turtle Point Canal and Adjacent Upland Area Common Name Scientific Name Birds Common n i ghthawk Chordeifes minor Brown pelican Pe/ecanus occidenfalis Double*crested cormorant Phalacrocorax auritus Anhinga Anhinga Mockingbird Mimus polyglottis Rusty blackbird Euphagus carolinus Fish Sheepshead probafocephalus Flagfin Mojarra 'Eucinostomus melanopterus Tarpon 'Mega/ops aflanticus Mullet '('Jugil sp. Mangrove snapper "-ufjanus griseus Reptiles* American crocodile 'Crocodylus acutus Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Mermaid's wineglass (green algae) 'Acetabularia sp. Green algae 'eatophora sp. Green algae Caulerpa sp. Green algae 'Halimeda spp. Shaving brush alga (green algae) 'Penicillus sp. Turtle g r ass (seagrass) Thalassia testudinum Shoal g r ass (seag r ass) Halodule wrighfii Terrestrial Vegetation Black mangrove Avicennia genninans Tree seaside oxeye Borrichia arborescens Australian pine Casuarina equisetifo/ia Sea grape Coccoloba uvifera Buttonwood Conocarpus erectus White mangrove 'Laguncularia racemosa Buttonsage 'Lantana invo/ucrafa Red mangrove 'Rhizophora mangle Beach Naupaka faccada Bay cedar maritima L Indirect observation {slide) Ju l y 2016 2-6
I I I I July 2016 .,.,. 6120 Mangrove Swamp 6420 Sallwaler Marshes IH 7470 Dikes and Levees l77IOO .,.,.. snno 1711DO l77IOO ll1l20CI 11-Figure 2-3. Land use and land cover classification 2-9 D 75 150 300 Feel I I I I I I I I ' I I I I
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2.4 Protected Species The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) publication Florida's Endangered and Threated Species (Updated January 2016) was used to determine the status of listed species with the potential to utilize the proposed Project site. Listed species observations during the May 23 site visit resulted in a single Federally listed species observation (indirect) on the property. An American crocodile (Croco4Jl11s am/11s) slide was observed at the western end of the TPC. No other sightings of or evidence of other listed species were noted during the survey; however, based on geographic range, several listed species have the potential to utilize the TPC area (Table 2-3). There are 11 aquatic species known to occur within Biscayne Bay that are protected under the Endangered Species Act or are candidates for listing. These are the American crocodile (Croco4Jl11s amt11s),Johnson's seagrass (Halophilajoh11soniz), the mangrove rivulus (Riv11f11s 111am1orat11s), the smalltoothed sawfish (Pristis pecti11ata), five species of sea turtle, the American alligator (Alligator mississippimsis), and the Florida manatee (Trichech11s 111a11at11s). Additionally, a variety of protected avian species are known to occur within the southern Biscayne Bay and the Turkey Point Facility. Table 2-3 includes a list of protected avian species that have been known to utilize the TPC area. Although these species were not documented during the survey, brief discussions of potentially occurring protected species are provided below. American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) The American crocodile is federally threatened and state listed as endangered and the TPC is within an area classified by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service as critical habitat for the American crocodile. Most crocodile nesting occurs in the southwestern comer of the industrial wastewater facility; however, a limited number of nests have been observed on berms within the northern portion of the return canals. Crocodiles are known to utilize the TPC as evidenced by the well-worn slide mark on the western shore noted during the survey. Eastem Indigo snake (Drymarchon couperi) The eastern indigo snake is federally threatened and can be found in almost any habitat throughout the state of Florida. Although eastern indigo snakes were not observed during the survey, they are known to occur on site. These snakes may occur in wetland or uplands and may be seen along the shell rock roads located throughout the CCS area at Turkey Point. Johnson's seagrass (Halophila johnsonii) Johnson's seagrass, federally listed as a threatened species, occurs along the Florida coast from Sebastian Inlet to central Biscayne Bay at Virginia Key, Key Biscayne. This seagrass species was not observed during the survey and is not known to occur as far south as the Turkey Point plant property. Mangrove rivulus (Rivulus marmoratus) The mangrove rivulus, a fish that inhabits crab burrows in mangrove areas, is federally listed as a NOAA Species of Concern and listed by the state as a Florida species of concern. It could be present in mangrove areas fringing the plant site, but is unlikely to be present in the Turtle Point canal due to lack of habitat (no crabs or crab burrows were observed in mangrove habitat during the survey). July 2016 2-11
Small-toothed sawfish (Pn'stis pectinata) T he small-toothed sawfish is a state and federally endangered species that inhabits inshore bars, seagr a ss beds, and mangrove areas. Due to its preference fo r these habitat types, the small-toothed sawfish could potentially utilize the Turtle Point canal; however it is unlike l y due to th e poor hab i tat quality of the TPC. Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus) The manatee is a state and federally endangered species that frequents warm water estuarine habitats including rivers, marshes, bays, and sounds in Florida. They use warm w a ter refuges in the cooler months, including freshwater springs and heated effluent from power plants (No such discharge exists from the CCS). Their critical habitat includes Biscayne Bay and Card Sound adjacent to the Turkey Point plant property and the canals entering these water bodies. Manatees have been observed in the barge tu.min g basin and nearby state canals (NRC 2016), an d arc likely to utilize the Bay area east of the TPC where seagrasses are prevalent. American alh"gator (Alligator mississippiensis) The alligator is f ederally listed as Threatened due to similarity of appearance and state lis r ed as a Florida species of special concern. The species is federally listed as threatened due to its physical resemblance to the American crocodile, which is endangered. Alligators live in swampy areas, ri v ers, stre a ms, lakes and ponds. Although they are primarily freshwater animals, alliga tors will also ve n ture into brackish water. Although alligators have been observed and relocated off site from the Tur k ey Point facility, there arc no reports of alligators utilizing the TPC. Sea turtles Sea turtles (4 species with prote c ti o n st atu s of Enda n gered or Threatened) are found in marine habitats that open to the sea, such a s Biscayne Bay and Card Sound. The Turtle Point canal does not provide suitable habitat, and the s horeline adjacent to the canal lac k s the be a ch habitat preferred by sea turtles for nesting. Wood stork (Myctera americana) The wood stork is classified as endangered by the FWC and the FWS. This species could pote nti ally use the site as shor t-term foraging grounds. Wetlands and the perimeter of the TPC could offer limited forage for this species during the wet season. Lo n g term use of the site is limited due to low quantity and q u ali ty of the foraging habitat as well the flashy and short duration of inundation o n site. Wading Birds Several wading birds (herons and egrets) are cl assified b y the FWC a s speci e s of special concern. The snowy egret (Egret/a 1h11/a), reddish egret (Egrella mbescens), little b lue he r o n (Egrella caemlea), tricolored hero n (Egretta tricolory, Rosea t e spoonbill (Plata/ea qjaja), a n d whit e ibis (E11docin111s alb11s) were not o b serv e d o n site during the survey; howe ve r, limite d utilizatio n throug h out the year is likely to occ ur. As described for the wood stork, seasonal utili z ati on is lik ely when the ditches arc inundated during tl 1 e wet season. The p o n ds o ffer limi t e d and p oor qu ality year-round forage. Brown pcHcan (P elecanus occidentalis) The brown p elica n is a state species of special conc ern that thrives n ear coasts a nd on islands. Brown pelicans rely in part on the actions of marine predators s u c h as l arge fis h , sharks and J u ly 2016 2-12
dolphins to force schools of fish to the surface where the pelicans can catch them. Pelicans will breed only in areas with enough food to support the breeding colony. Roosting and resting sites where brown pelicans can dry their feathers and rest without disturbance are also important. (USFWS 2016). This is the only listed species to be observed during the May 23, 2016 survey. Least tem (Stema antillarum) The least tern is a state threatened species that inhabits areas along the coasts of Florida including estuaries and bays. The least tern's diet primarily consists of fish, but they will also feed on small invertebrates. They build nests in shallow depressions in bare beach sand and on gravel berms and rooftops (FWC 2016). Seasonal utilization of the berm adjacent to the TPC is possible during nesting season. White-crowned pigeon (Patagioenas Jeucocephala) The white-crowned pigeon is not federally listed however is protected by the U.S. Migratory Bird treaty Act and as a State-designated threatened species. White crowned pigeons inhabit low-lying forest habitats including mangroves around Biscayne Bay, Florida Bay and the Florida Keys. The diet of the white-crowned pigeon consists of tropical hardwood tree fruits. White crowned pigeons were not observed during the survey. July 2016 2-1 3
Table 2-3. Federally Listed and Florida-State Listed Species Potentially Existing near Turtle Point Canal Common Name Scientific Name Federal State Observed during Status 181 Status 1*1 survey Birds Roseate spoonbill Ajaia ajaja -s N Little blue heron Egretta caerulea -s N Reddish egret Egretta rofescens -s N Snowy egret Egretta thula -s N Tricolor heron Egretta tricolor -s N White ibis Eudocimus a/bus -s N American kestrel Falco sparverius -T N Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus DL T N Wood stork Mycteria americana E E N Brown pelican Pelecanus occidentafis -s y White-crowned p i geon Patagioenas feucocephafa -T N Least tern Stema antillarum -T N Fish Mangrove rivulus Rivulus marmoratus soc $ N Small-toothed sawfish Pristis pectinata E -N Common snook Centropomus undecimali s -s N Mammals Flor i da manatee Trichechus fatirostris E E N Plants Johnson's seagrass Halophila johnsonii T -N Reptiles Green sea turtle Chelonia mydas E E N Eastern Indigo snake Drymarchon couperi T T N HawksbiU sea turtle Erytmochelys imbricata E E N Leatherback sea turtle Detmochelys coriacea E E N Kemp's ridley sea turtle Lepidochefys kempi E E N Loggerhead sea turtle Caretta T T N American alligator Alligator mississippiensis T (S/A) s N American crocodile Crocodylus acutus T E N (a) E = Endangered , T = Threatened; T(S/A) = Threatened due lo similar i ty of appearance C = Candidate for federal e sting: S "' Flor i da species of special concern; SOC *NOAA species of concern, -= No listing July 2016
- 3. RESTORATION PLAN This section describes the methods and techniques for restoration implementation of the TPC. The proposed restoration consists of filling approximately one-third the length of the TPC to a grade of +0.7 to +0.9 ft. NAVD for creation of mangrove habitat, then sloping to -7ft. at 3:1 slope, and filling the rest (two-thirds) of the TPC to -7 ft. out to the bay bottom. The proposed plan will require p l acing approximately 57 ,000 cy of raw fill material (approximately 17 ,100 cy of bottom fill and 39,900 cy of select top fill) to fill the canal to proposed specification.
Figure 3-1 provides an illustration of proposed alternative. A set of conceptual restoration plan drawings have been prepared under a separate cover. Fill grade elevations for mangrove habitat were determined by similar successful mangrove restoration projects in south :Miami/Dade County. The fill volume was calculated using topographic survey data provided by FPL, an estimated boundary (approximately 235 ft.), and a 3:1 slope to a -7ft. final grade elevation. The volume includes an additional 25% of material to account for inadvertent loss due to compaction, material handling, loss of fines, etc. The proposed restoration plan will meet the project objective of restoring water quality within the TPC with an additional result of habitat creation. The project schedule should avoid periods of extreme high tides, bird and crocodile nesting seasons, and tropical storm systems. Restor a tion will consist of a combination of specific activities that include material staging, sediment placement, grading, shoreline stabilization, and mangrove planting. The approach for implementation of the proposed plan is presented below. 3.1 Fill Specifications, Transport, and Staging The fill specification for Turtle Point requires two types of fill: Type -E (bottom fill) and Type -A (select top fill). The bottom fill is a calcium carbonate coarse grain sand with a grain size of less than 10% pa s sing through a range 12 inch to #200 sieve. Bottom fill will be placed from the canal bottom to an elevation of -15.8 ft NA VD along the length of the canal. The select top fill is a calcium carbonate coarse grain sand with a grain size of less than 5% passing through a range #4 to #200 sieve. Top fill will be placed in layer from -15.8 ft to + 1 ft NA VD along the western third and to -7 ft NA VD along eastern two thirds of the TPC to the opening at Biscayne Bay (see Figure 3-1). Select top fill and bottom fill should be obtained from local quarries. Fill material meeting the gradation specifications are readily available from local quarries in the quantity needed to fulfill the project needs. There may also be appropriate available fill from on-site sources. July 2016 3-15 Photo 3-1. Proposed staging area
Staging areas are available near the project si r e. P h oto 3-1 provides an examp l e of a potential st a ging area; h owever, the s t aging area will be identified by the contractor. Fill material will be delivered via truck directly to the staging area along existing roads on the project site .. F ill material will be stored on site. Fill material will be staged in a contained environment to avoid loss of m ateria l to ad j acent aquatic resources. The staging area will be returned to pre-project conditions following project completion, with final cleanup notification prov i ded to the FPL representative. Photo 3-2. Example of covered fill conveyor system Loose fill may be transferred using a long-reach excavator and conveyor system or other suitab l e transfer machinery from the staging area to a material placement barge. Photo 3-2 provi d es an example of equipment used to efficiently transfer fill material. Typically, the use of a conveyo r system (preferred method) provides a low-to no-impact fill materia l transfer route through the mangroves. Mangrove canopy openings sufficient for installation of the conveyor system were i dentified during the site assessment. Figure 3-2 identifies a potential l ocation for installation of the conveyor system. All sections of the conveyor system that cross mangrove habitat or any other sensitive h abitat will be covered from above and b el ow to limi t wind loss of material and to catch any material that may drop from the conveyor system. The covers are generally constructed of half sectioned corrugated style pipe installed above and below the conveyor belt (sec Photo 3-2). Once selected the contractor may propose comparable a l ternative methods. A turbidity containment system will be installed prior to construction and will remain throughout the fill operations. At no time will the turb i dity containment be breached during the fill operations. 3.2 Turbidity Containment During fill placement activities, turb i dity curtains and/ or other barriers will en clo se the north s horeline and mouth of the TPC to minimiz e potentia l siltation and turbidity of surrounding mangrove and seagrass communities. T urbidity curtains at the mouth of the TPC will be placed such tha t the b ottom edge of the ma t e ri al i s in contact witl1 the bay bottom. Turbidity curtain s will be anchored securely for use in high current/ dynamic conditions. Piles (12-in. diameter or greater) will be used across the mouth of the TPC to secure tl1e turbidity Photo 3-3. Fill conveyor loading placement barge curtain. All poss i ble turbidity leak points (scams, bottom of curtain, etc.) will be secured and monitored during filling operations. Turbidity curtains shall be furnished with excess material (flaps) at each end so they may be rolled together to seal the seam created by securing two sections together. A ddi ti onally, curtains will have a 3-ft. barrier above the water line to inhibit manatees from entering the fill zone. The turbidity curtains will be highly vis i ble and manufactured from en ta ng le m e n t-fr e e m a terial that is s afe to u s e in the p r e s ence of marine mammals, s ea turtles, a nd July 2016 3--16
other marine fauna. Curtains will be removed from the TPC post-filling once turbidity within the feature reaches an acceptable level. 3.3 Habitat Grading and Shoreline and Slope Stabilization As described above, approximately 235 linear ft. of the TPC will be filled to a maximum elevation of +0.73 to +0.93 ft. NA VD. The goal of habitat grading is to create a mosaic of habitat types that may be utilized by reptiles, avifauna, and invertebrates. Additionally, the proposed grading plan will promote drainage of the TPC and will provide access for crocodiles to Biscayne Bay. A conceptual habitat map of the TPC is presented in Figure 3-3. On-site physical conditions (i.e., high energy environments) may require the use of a temporary and/ or permanent protective barrier to protect the slope from erosion and the planted mangroves from wave action and floating debris. The unconsolidated fill shoreline and slope to 7-ft NA VD will be stabilized using natural limerock boulders (30 cm to 90 cm [1 ft. -3 ft.]). Providing shoreline stabilization in this manner will abate wave action, which will reduce erosion and re-suspension of sediments and related turbidity allowing the red mangroves to establish prop roots that will provide feeding, refuge, and nursery habitat for a variety of attached and motile sub-tidal and inter-tidal marine fauna. The limestone protective barrier will begin at the toe of slope at -7 ft NA VD and will extend to an elevation of 60 cm (2 ft) above mean high water, with a 3:1 slope below the water line and no greater than 2:1 slope for the limestone above mean low water. Filter fabric should be used beneath the lime-rock boulders to limit the loss of unconsolidated fill material. The limestone barrier should be installed in a uniform and interlocking manner so there are voids between the larger pieces. The protective barrier should be placed a minimum of 1 ft. from existing mangrove trunks and prop roots. It is estimated that approximately 400 cy of limestone boulders will be required to provide the shoreline and slope stabilization. 3.4 Mangrove planting Red mangroves (Rhizophora 111a11gle) will be planted in an approximately 0.35 acres (15,449 ft 2) of the filled TPC. Figure 3-3 presents the mangrove planting area graphically. The mangrove planting area will be graded flat to an elevation of +0.73 ft. to +0.93 ft. NA VD. Approximately 1,725 Red mangrove plants with a minimum height of 18 inches (in.) will be planted 5-ft. on center. 3.5 Threatened and Endangered Species Signage All staff involved with filling operations will be instructed and trained as per Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Corrunission (FWC) Standard Manatee Conditions for InWater Work as well as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA-NMFS) Marine Sea Turtle and Smalltooth Sawfish Construction Conditions. Idle speed/ manatee protection signage will be maintained on board during all restoration activities. One sign which reads Caution: Boaters shall be posted in a location where it is prominently visible to July 2016 3-17 CAUTION: MANATEE HABITAT IDLE SPEED/ NO WAKE ................. , ......... t**l *t ... .. eH ......... , Htl*ltl*t M*tt SHUT DOWN "***rt ... , **11111.-*II" ., lftJ111 r r t*
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all staff. A second sign measuring at least 8.5 by 11-in. explaining the requirements for " I dle Speed/No Wake" and the shu r down of in-w a ter operations (Figure 3-5) will be posted in a location prominently visible to all personnel engaged in water-related activities (www.myfwc.com). Signage will be maintained at both the location of the materials barge and the restoration site. If any T hreatened and Endangered Species comes within 50 feet of the work zone, fillin g operatio n s will cease until the protected species has l eft the work zone on its own accord. During the permitting process, the levcJ of observe r will be determined:
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- 2) observer adequately trained and equipped with proper g l asses; or 3) all on-site personnel are responsible for observer in-water activ i ties for possib l e manatee presence.
If a dedicated manat e e observer will be required, that person(s) is expected to be on-site at all times during in-water construction. 3.6 Water Quality Monitoring U sing a porta b le turbidimeter (Hach 2100Q). turb i dity measurements will be collected at 6-h o m in t erva l s from upstream, downstream, and within the work area. Samples will be collected outside the turbidity containment fro m no further than 50 ft. from the point of discharge within the densest portion of any visible p l ume if such an event occurs. If the turbidity exceeds the state water quality st a ndards (DEP 62-302.530) for an Outstanding Florida Water (zero NTU's above background) then backfill operations will cease until water quality standards are returned to background levels. If water quality standards are exceeded more than twice a day, the backfill operations will be stopped and then evaluated for implem e ntation of mitigation measures. July 2016 3-18
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Currently the TPC is a channelized waterway with sparse to no epibenthic floral or faunal coverage. The vertically cut banks along with poor water quality currently provides suboptimal marine habitat. Filling of the TPC is expected to improve benthic habitat both within the TIC and adjacent areas. The overall intent of the project is to improve water quality and hydrology by backfilling the TIC to a minimum depth of -7 NGVD and restoring a third of the system to mangrove habitat, thereby, providing ecological improvements to Biscayne Bay. Additionally, indirect benefits to marine habitats are expected as a result of the overall improvements to water quality. Based on the site survey, direct impacts to benthic resources are not expected as a result of the project. Indirect impacts such as shading, sedimentation, turbidity, and mechanical injury are expected to be negligible. The use of specialized turbidity containment and equipment and the methods specified herein will avoid and minimize both direct and indirect impacts to both sessile and motile biota. Accessing the remnant canal from the land side, with the exception of the construction barge with excavator to be mobilized to the canal, will minimize barge traffic compared to a water based operation and therefore avoid impacts from prop dredging, vessel groundings, and any potential for vessel strikes to protected marine species. All standard construction conditions for manatees and smalltooth saw.fish will be abided by during construction to avoid any potential affects. Additionally, an observer will be on-site during all in-water construction to observe for any protected species \vithin the project vicinity and provide awareness so actions to avoid harm or harassment to protected species can be taken. July 2016
- 5. REFERENCES US Fish and Wildlife Service. http://www ,fws.g.oy/o.re g onfwo/Sp ecies/Data/BrownPelican
/. Accessed May 25, 2016. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. ht tp: II m>r hvc.com/wildlif e ha b i r a r.s/irnperiled LprofilesLbirgs /leasM£mJ. Accessed May 25, 2016. United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission. bnp://www,nrc,gov /docs/ML 10 36/M L 10 3 6 3 016 3.p df. Accessed May 25, 2016. July 20 1 6
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................... .......................................... 1-1 1.1 Purpose and Nee d .............................................................................................................. 1-1 2. BIOLOGic.AL EV .ALUA T I O N ............................................... ................ !!! ******* , ********* 2-1 2.1 l\t l ethods ....................................................................................... ........................................ 2-1 2.2 Fin dings ......................................................................... ................ ....................................... 2-1 2.2.1 Submer g e d .A q uati c Vege ta tion .......................................................................... 2-2 2.2.2 l\tlangro v e s ....................................................................... ................................... .... 2-5 2 .. 2 .. 3 Uplands I********-****** .. ********************************-***************** ... ************************* .. ******************** 2-5 2.3 Land Cover .......................................................... .................. ............................................ 2-5 2.4 Protected Spec i e s .......................................................................................................... .... 2-10 3. RESTORATION PLAN ............. ............................ ................................................... 3-1 3.1 Topographic Restoration ................ ........................................... ........................................ 3-1 3.1.1 Fill Specifications, Transport, and Staging ........................................................ 3-1 3.2 Turbidity Containment .............................. ........... ....................... ...................................... 3-2 3.3 Threatened and Endangered Species Signage .......................... ...................................... 3-5 3.4 Wat e r Quality J\rlonit o ring ............................................................................................ ..... 3-5 4.
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.............................................. ..................................... 2-8 Fi gure 3-1. Fill area and proposed staging area and conveyor placement area ....................... .............. 3-3 Fi gure 3-3. F\V C manatee s ignage ............................................................................................................... 3-5 LI ST O F PHOT OS Photo 2-1. Hardened shoreline of b:u:ge canal... .......... ............................................................................. 2-1 Photo 2-2. Southern shoteline ........................................................................................ ............................. 2-5 Photo 2-1. Northwest s horeline .................................................................................................................. 2-5 Photo 3-1. E xample of cove r ed fill conveyor system ................. ..................... ........................................ 3-1 Photo 3-2. Fill conveyor loadi n g placement barge .................. .............. ........... ........................................ 3-2 July 2016 iii
AP BC ccs cy DGPS FDEP FOOT FLUCCS FPL fsw ft ft2 FWC FWS Ul. K g NAVD NOAA NTU Project SAV TPC WGS B4 July 2016 Acro nyms and Abbreviati ons Aquatic Preserve B a rge Canal Cooling Canal System C u bic yard Differential Global Positioning System Florida Department of Environme n tal Protection Florida Department of Transportation Florida Land Use and Cover Classification System Florida Power & Light Feet of seawater foot/feet square feet Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission U.S. F i sh & Wildlife Service inch/inches kilogram meter square meters North A m eric a n Vertica l Datum National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration nephelometric turbidity unit Barge Canal Water Quality Improvement Project Submerg e d Aquatic Vegetation Turtle Point Canal World G e ode ti c System 1984
- 1. INTRODUCTION Tetra Tech Inc., (fetra Tech) was contracted by Florida Power & Light (FPL) to provide an ecological evaluation and restoration plan for the Barge Canal/Basin Water Quality Improvement Project (Project), located at the Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant in Homestead, Miami-Dade County. The Project is intended to restore water quality \vithin the active Barge Canal/Basin (BC) by backfilling to -15 NA VD. Figure 1-1 presents the project location graphically.
FPL Turkey Point Power Plant utilizes a closed loop shallow radiant cooling canal system in the operation of a fossil fuel and two nuclear (Units 3 and 4) generating systems. In addition to cooling, the CCS is an industrial wastewater facility receiving runoff from the Plant site, processing water backwash/ concentrate and boiler blowdown from a natural gas combined cycle generation system (Unit 5). Per the Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued Consent Order (OGC No. 16-0241) FPL committed to the objective of restoring the BC. Partially backfilling the BC to a level of approximately -15ft. NA VD will improve hydrology, water quality, and fringe habitat. Tetra Tech performed a site survey on May 23, 2016. The purpose of the survey was to conduct a biological evaluation of the BC and the surrounding areas (hereinafter cumulatively referred to as Project area) to assist in the development of restoration alternatives. The survey identified protected species and sensitive biological resources \vithin the Project area. The findings presented herein will supply the regulatory agencies with the most up-to-date resource data for the project site. Further, data collected from this survey were used in the restoration design and planning phase to minimize and avoid impacts to resources during project implementation. 1.1 Purpose and Need The purpose of the proposed Project is fill the BC to elevation -15 ft. NA VD to improve water quality adjacent to the Plant and Biscayne Bay. The BC is and active basin currently used for delivery of fossil fuel for operation of the Turkey Point Plant. The BC was dredged to approximately -30 feet NA VD during the initial construction of the Plant. Water quality parameters \vithin the BC have been monitored as a condition of lVIiami-Dade County Department of Environmental Resource Management (MDC DERM) Class I permit No. CLI-2014-0312 since May 2015. A sample collected on September 14, 2015 contained ammonia at a level which exceeded the County's water quality standard of 0.5 mg/L (Standard). Ammonia concentrations have intermittently been above MDC DERM standards since that time. FPL performed a feasibility study and has determined that filling the BC to a depth of -15 ft. NA VD will effectively improve the water quality within the BC and subsequently Biscayne Bay. July 2016
F i gure 1-1. Project vicinity map July 2016 1-2
Back of figure July 2016 1-3
- 2. BIOLOGICAL EVAL UAT I O N A biological evaluation (survey) was conducted of the BC to document o n-site and surrounding ecological communities, identify environmenta l concerns, and make specific recommendations concerning construction activities associated with the restoration actions. The survey reviewed access routes and environmental precautions.
Data gathered during the surve}1 provided the basis fo r development of the restoration prescription and design criteria. A land and submerged water survey was conducted by a professional l and surveyor. The topographic survey provided by FPL was used to assist the restoratio n team in planning, conceptu a l design, and planning for restoration actions, as well as provide a basis for volu m etric calculations o f the BC to yield an estimate of fill quantities. 2.1 Methods Tetra Tech biologists with experience in benthic and mangrove habitat assess m ents performed a biological evaluation of the BC and surrounding areas. Figure 2-1 prov i des the extent of the assessment area. The evaluation included reconnaissance of the BC, the co nfl uence of the BC and Biscayne Bay, and the immediately adjacent mangrove and terrestrial communities. All observation s were made from the surface aboard a vessel. The entire boundary of the BC was surveyed. During the survey submerged aquatic vegetation (SA V) communities and presence of marine fauna were noted. Mangrove and terrestrial communities were also assessed and an inventory o f common species and wildlife utilization were documented. Representative images including underwater video of resources were captured during the assessment. 2.2 F indings With the exception of the barge channel, the bottom topography is relatively flat outside of the BC. The BC c a n be characterized as ha r dened shoreline basin with a steep slope from top of bank t o the dredge depth of approximately -30 ft. Th e bottom (sea fl oor) of the BC can be classified as bar r en m ud and detr i tus w ith no veget.'ltive cover. The sediment outside of the B C is characterized as a calcareous mix tur e of silt, sand, she ll fragments, and organic material. I n ge ner al, the in-water survey are a was characterized by thr ee be nthic community types; barren m u d and detritus, mac r oa l gae, and hard s u bstrate (bu lkhe ad, ru b ble, and rip ra p). Ep ibcnthic functio nal gro u ps suc h a s stony c o r als, spo n ge s , and gorgonia n s were not en c o u n te r ed d uring the s urve y. Other commu nity types w i thin the grea t er project ar e a incl u de mangr o ve an d upla nd l e ve es and roadways. A list o f m a r in e and te r restria l s pecies o b s erve d du ring the s urv e y is prese nted in T a b le 2-2. J u ly 2016 2-1 Photo 2-1. Ha rdene d sh o r e lin e of barge can a l
2.2.1 Submerged Aquatic Vegetation No epibenthic cover was documented within the BC at depths greater than 15 fsw. In general, barren substrate or epibenthic cover (macroalgae) of less than <5% was encountered to the proposed fill depth of -15 ft. NA VD. Silt-covered filamentous diatoms makes up the dominant vegetative cover along the hard substrate (wall and rubble and/ or concrete). Macroalgae cover was occasionally observed in areas of gently sloping unconsolidated substrate predominantly in the -4 to -7ft. elevation range. Table 2-2 provides a list of SAV documented during the survey. July 2016 2-2
Figure 2-1. Extent of survey July 2016 2-3
2.2.2 Mangroves Mature mangroves are present along approximately 50 percent of the BC shoreline. The northwest shoreline (sec Pho t o 2-1) is generally uninterrupted and is characterized by a n arrow zone of red mangroves (Rhi:;;,.ophora mangle). Whi t e mangrove (Lag1111ct1/aria racemosa), black mangrove (Avice1111ia gem1i11am), and but t onwood (Co11ocarp11s emctm) were also noted along the narrow mangrove fringe. The southern shoreline (see Photo 2-2) is characterized by a discontinuous narr o w fringe of mature mangroves and yo u ng recruits with small (< 5 ft.) to la r ge (> 1 0 0 ft.) o p en areas. Mangrove habitat pr o vides a detrital base for organic food webs and significant habitat for arboreal, inter ti dal, and subtidal organisms, including shellfish, crust.'lceans, fish, and b ir ds. Additionally, red mangrove prop roots can provide substrate for a diverse epifaunal assemblage. Although important habitat for a variety of species, the narrow fringe of available habitat and the steep slope along the edge of Photo 2-1. Northwest shoreline the edge of the BC provide marginal mangrove Photo 2-2. Southern shoreline habitat-Re d mangrove prop roots had lit tle to no ep i faunal colonization and the detrital base and associated o r ganisms were marginal due to the narrow fringe, hard substrate, and steep slope of the BC. Although the mangroves within the BC are on lands disturbed and previously impacted by the construction and operation of the Turkey Point complex, they provide structural habitat for a variety of mangrove habitat associated fauna. 2.2.3 Uplands The uplands a djacent to the pro j ect site consist of the T urkey Point Power Plant facility and perv i ous (shell rock) roads and l evees constructed for operation s of the el ectrical power facility. The uplands are historica ll y filled lands that currently provide minimal habita t for native species. Do to the active use of tl 1 e uplands, the potential for wildlife utilization is low. The roadways and levees surrounding the BC will prov i de acces s to the staging area and project site during constructio
- n. These roadways and levees will be under he a vy use during pro j ect Table 2-2 prov i des a list o f vege t ation noted d uring the pedestrian s urvey. 2.3 Land Cover T h e FOO T l a n d use, vegetation cover, an d land fo rm classification system (FLUCCS) is arranged in hierarchical l evels with each lev el containing informati o n of increasing detail. The system uses four levels (I-IV) w i thin class i fication categories; however, for the level of detail r equired for the analy s is pre s en t ed in this repor t , categories were limited to level III specificity. Fi ve ca r cgorics arc July 2016
represented within the project boundary. Figure 2-2 presents the land use, cover, and forms classification system (FLUCCS) graphically. Below is a description of each land cover category. Channelized Wate.nvay (512) -This category includes the TPC and the cooling canal system (CCS) associated with the Turkey Point Facility Embayments Opening D (541) -This category includes the greater Biscayne Bay area. Mangrove swamp (612) -This Category describes the mangrove communities that fringe the TPC and are adjacent to the project area. Dikes and levees (747) -This category describes the levees and roadways that suuound the CCS and the proposed staging area south of the TPC. Electrical Power Facility (931) -This category describes the grounds associated with the Turkey Point Power Plant facility. July 2 016 2-6
Table 2-2. Marine, Terrestrial, and Avian Species Documented in Barge Canal and Adjacent Upland Area Common Name Scientific Name Birds Common nighthawk Chordei/es minor Brown pelican Pe/ecanus occidentalis Double-crested connorant 1phalacrocorax auritus Anhinga 'Anhinga anhinga Mockingbird Mimus polygfottis Great White Heron 14mea herodias occidentalis Common grackle '(:Juiscalus quiscula Fish Sheepshead 'Archosargus probatocephalus Flagfin Mojarra 'Eucinostomus melanopterus Tarpon Megafops atlanticus Common snook 'Centropomus undecimalis Parrot fish Sergeant major l4budefduf saxatilis Mulle t Mugi/sp. Mangrove s n apper 'f,.utjanus gri s eu s S il versides 'Menidia Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Mermaid's wineglass (green a l gae) 14cetabularia sp. Gree n algae ICaulerpa sp. Shaving brush alga (green algae) Penicillus s p. Turtle grass (seagrass) Thalassia testud i num Shoal grass (seagrass) Halodule wrightii Manatee grass Syringodium filiforme Terrestrial Vegetation B l ack mangrove Avicennia germinans [Tree seaside oxeye Borrichia arborescens pine Casuarina equisetifolia Sea grape Coccoloba uvifera Buttonwood Conocarpus erectus White mangrove ... aguncu/aria racemosa Red mangrove Rhizophora mangle Beach Naupaka Scaevola taccada Bay cedar Suriana maritima Brazil i an pepper Schinus terebinthifolius July 2016
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2.4 Protected Species The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) publication Florida's Endangered and Threated Species (Updated January 2016) was used to determine the status of listed species with the potential to utilize the proposed Project site. No sightings of or evidence of listed species were noted during the survey; however, based on geographic range, several listed species have the potential to utilize the TIC area (fable 2-3). There are 11 aquatic species known to occur within Biscayne Bay that are protected under the Endangered Species Act or are candidates for listing. These are the American crocodile (Crocotfylr1s aet1t11s), Johnson's seagrass (Halophila joh11so11i1), the mangrove rivulus (Riv11/11s mam1oratJ1s), the smalltoothed sawfish (Prist1s pecti11ata), five species of sea turtle, the American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis), and the Florida manatee (TrichechJ/s ma11at11s). Additionally, a variety of protected avian species are known to occur within the southern Biscayne Bay and the Turkey Point Facility. Table 2-3 includes a list of protected avian species that have been known to utilize the BC area. Although these species were not documented during the survey, brief discussions of potentially occurring protected species are provided below. Amen*can crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) The American crocodile is federally threatened and state listed as endangered. Most crocodile nesting occurs in the southwestern corner of the industrial wastewater facility; however, a limited number of nests have been observed on berms within the northern portion of the return canals. Johnson's seagrass (Halophila j'ohnsonii) Johnson 1 s seagrass, federally listed as a threatened species, occurs along the Florida coast from Sebastian Inlet to central Biscayne Bay at Virginia Key, Key Biscayne. This seagrass species was not observed during the survey and is not known to occur as far south as the Turkey Point plant property. Mangrove rivulus (Rivulus mannoratus) The mangrove rivulus, a fish that inhabits crab burrows in mangrove areas, is federally listed as a NOAA Species of Concern and listed by the state as a Florida species of concern. It could be present in mangrove areas fringing the plant site, but is unlikely to be present in the BC due to lack of habitat (no crabs or crab burrows were observed in mangrove habitat during the survey). Small-toothed sawfish (Pristis pectinata) The small-toothed sawfish is a state and federally endangered species that inhabits inshore bars, seagrass beds, and mangrove areas. Due to its preference for these habitat types, the small-toothed sawfish could potentially utilize the BC. Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus) The manatee is a st.'lte and federally endangered species that frequents warm water estuarine habitats including rivers, marshes, bays, and sounds in Florida. They use warm water refuges in the cooler months, including freshwater springs and heated effluent from power plants. Manatees are federaland state-listed as endangered, and their critical habit.'lt includes Biscayne Bay and Card Sound adjacent to the Turkey Point plant property and the canals entering these water bodies. Manatees have been obsei:ved in the barge turning basin a nd nearby state canals (NRC 2016). July 2016 2-10
American alligator (Alh'gator mississippiensis) The alligator is federally listed as Th rea t ened d u e to similarity of appearance and state listed as a Florida species of specia l concern. The species is federally listed as tlueatened due to its physical resemblance to the American crocodile, which is endangered. Alligators live in swampy areas, rivers, streams, lakes and ponds. Altho u gh they are primarily freshwater animals, alligators will also venture into brackish salt water. Althoug h alligators have been observed and relocated off site from the Turkey Point facility, there are no reports of alligators utilizing the BC. Eastem Indigo snake {DLymarchon couperi) The eastern indigo snake is federally tlueatened and can be found in almost any habitat throughout the state of Florida. Although eastern indigo snakes were not ob s erved during the survey, they are known to occur on site. These snakes may occur in wetland or uplands and may be seen along the shell rock roads located tluoug h out the CCS area at Turkey Point. Sea turtles Sea turtles (4 spec i es w j th protection status of E ndangered or Threatened) are found in marine habitats that open to the sea, such as Biscayne Bay and Card Sound. The BC does not provide suitable habitat, and the shoreline adjacent to the canal lacks the beach habitat preferred by sea turtles for nesting. Wood stork The wood stork (Myct e ra a m e ri c a11a) i s classified a s endangered by the FWC and the FWS. This species could potentially use the si te as short-term foraging groun d s. Wetlands and the perimeter of the TPC could offer limited forage for this species during the wet season. Long term use of the site i s limited due to l ow quantity a nd quality of the foraging habita t as well the flash y and short duration of inundation on site. Wading Birds Seve ra l wading b ir ds Q1e ro ns and egrets) are class i fied by the FWC as species of special concern. The snO\V)' egret (E grelta th11/a), reddish egret (B gretta ml m c e11s), little blue heron (Egretta caem/ea), trico]ored heron (Egretta trico l ot), Roseate spoonbill (Plata/ea qjqja), and white ibis (E11docin111s a/bus) were not observed on s i te during the survey; however, limited utilization throughout the year is likely to occur. As described for the wood stork, seasona l utilization is likely when the ditches are i nundated during the wet season. T h e ponds offer limjtcd and poor quality year* round forage. Brown pelican The brown pelican is a st-ite species of special concern that tluives near coasts and on islands. Brown pelicans r el y in part on the actio n s of marine predat or s such as large fish, sharks and do l p h ins to force schools of fish to the surface w h ere the p elica n s can catch them. Pelicans will breed only in areas with enough food to support the breeding co l ony. Roosting and resting sites where b ro wn peli c ans can dry their feathers and rest without disturbance are also important. (US F WS 20 1 6). This is the only listed species t o be o b serv e d durin g the May 23, 2016 survey. White-crowned pigeon (Patagioenas leucocephala) The w hi te-crowned pigeon is not fed e rally listed however i s p rotec ted by the U.S. Ivligratory Bird tr eaty Act and as a State-design a ted tlueatened species. White crow n ed pigeons inhabit low-lying fore st h abita ts incl u ding mangroves around Biscayne Bay, F l or id a B ay and the Florida Key s. Th e July 2016
diet of the white-crowned pigeon consists of tropical hardwood tree fruits. White crowned pigeons were not observed during the survey. Leasttem The least tern is a state threatened species that inhabits areas along the coasts of Florida including estuaries and bays. The least tern's diet primarily consists of fish, but they will also feed on small invertebrates. They build nests in shallow depressions in bare beach sand and on gravel berms and rooftops (FWC 2016). July 2016 2-1 2
Table 2-3. Federally Listed and Florida-State Listed Species Potentially Existing near Barge Canal Federal State Observed during I Common Name Scientific Name ' Status<al Status 1*1 survey Birds Roseate spoonbill Ajaia ajaja -s N I Little blue heron Egretta caerulea -s N I Reddish egret Egretta rufescens -s N I Snowy egret Egretta thula -s N T rico lor heron Egretta tricolor -s N I White ib i s Eudocimus a/bus -s N American kestrel Falco sparverius -T N Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus DL T N Wood stork Mycteria americana E E N Brown pelican Pelecanus occidentalis -s y Least tern Stema antillarum -T N White-crowned Pigeon Patagioenas leucocephala T N ! -' Fish Mangrove rivulus Rivulus marmoratu s soc s N Small-toothed sawfis h Pristis p ec tinata E -N Common snook Centropomus undecim a lis -s N Mammals Florida manatee Trichechu s fatirostris E E N i Plants Johnson's seagrass Halophila johnsonii T -N Reptiles I I Green sea turtle Chelonia mydas E E N Hawksbill sea turtle Erytmochelys imbricata E E N I Lea therback sea turtle Dennochelys coriacea E E N Kemp's ridley sea turtle Lepidochelys kempi E E N Loggerhead sea turtle Garett a T T N American alligator Alligator mississippiensis T (S/A) s N American crocodile Crocodyfus acutus T E N Eastern In digo snake Drymarchon couperi T T N (a) E = Endangered
- T =Th reatened; T(S/A) =Threatened due to s i milarity of appearance
- C = Candidate for federal list i ng; S = Florida species of special concern; SOC= NOAA species of concern; -=No listing J uly 2016 2-13
- 3. RESTORATION PLAN This section describes the methods and techniques planned for restoration implementation of the BC. The proposed restoration action involves topographically restoring the BC to an elevation of -15 ft. NA VD. The proposed restoration will consist of a combination of specific activities that include material staging, sediment placement, and grading. The approach to restoration activities is presented below. 3.1 Topographic Restoration Topographic restoration will be achieved by placing approximately 124,000 cubic yards (cy) of loose (raw) sediment fill material (approximately 55,779 cy of bottom fill and 68,175 cy of select top fill), within the BC. The fill volume was calculated using topographic survey data provided by FPL. The volume includes an additional 25% of material to account for inadvertent loss due to compaction, material handling, loss of fines, etc. The 25° o factor is an estimate based on past experience with similar projects.
The BC was evaluated to determine the work zone, vessel access corridor, the appropriate methods for delivery and transfer of fill material, placement of the fill material, and turbidity containment. The proposed fill elevation was determined by a separate study for water quality improvement planning. Figure 3-1 illustrates the fill area planned to -15 NA VD. The proposed approach and methods for topographic restoration are described below. A set of conceptual restoration plan drawings have been prepared under a separate cover. 3.1.1 Fill Specifications, Transport, and Staging The fill specification for the Barge Canal requires two types of fill: Type -E (bottom fill) and Type -A (select top fill). The bottom fill is a calcium carbonate coarse grain sand with a grain size ofless than 10% passing through a range 12 inch to #200 sieve. Bottom fill will be placed from the canal bottom to an elevation of -22 NA VD along the length of the canal. The select top fill is a calcium carbonate coarse grain sand with a grain size of less than 5% passing through a range #4 to #200 sieve. The top fill will be placed from -22 to-15 NAVD. Select top fill and bottom fill should be obtained from local quarries. Fill material meeting the gradation specifications are readily available from local quarries in the quantity needed to fulfill the project needs. Staging areas are available near the project site. The Photo 3-1. Example of covered fill conveyor system staging area will be identified by the contractor. Fill material will be delivered via truck directly to tl1e staging area along existing roads on the project site. Fill material will be stored on site. Fill material will be staged in a contained environment to avoid loss of material to adjacent aquatic resources. The staging area will be returned to pre-project conditions following project completion, with final cleanup notification provided to the FPL representative. July 2016 3-1
Loose fill may be transferred using a long-reach excavator and conveyor system or other suitable transfer machinery from the staging area to a material placement barge. Photo 3-2 provides an example of equipment used to efficiently transfer fill material. Typically, the use of a conveyor system provides a low-to no-impact fill material transfer route through the mangroves. Mangrove canopy openings sufficient for installation of the conveyor system were identified during the site assessment. Figure 3-2 identifies a potential location for installation of the conveyor system. All sections of the conveyor system that cross mangrove habitat or any other sensitive habitat will be covered from above and below to limit wind loss of material and to catch any material that may drop from the conveyor system. The covers are generally constructed of half sectioned corrugated style pipe installed above and below the conveyor belt (sec Photo 3-2). Once selected the contractor may propose comparable alternative methods. A turbidity containment system will be installed prior to construction and will remain throughout the fill operations. At no time will the turbidity containment be breached during the fill operations. 3.2 Turbidity Containment During fill placement activities, turbidity curtains and/or other barriers will enclose the mouth of the BC to minimiz e potential siltation and turbidity of surrounding mangrove and seagrass communities. T urb i dity curtains at the mouth of the BC will be placed such that the bottom edge of the material is in cont a ct with the bay bottom. Turbidity curtains will be anchored securely for use in high current/ dynamic conditions. Piles (1 2-in. diameter or greater) will be use d across the mouth of the BC to secure the turbidity curtain. All possible turbidity Photo 3-2. Fill conveyor loading placement barge leak points (seams, bottom of curtain, etc.) will be secured and monitored during fillin g operations. Turbidity curtains shall be furnished with excess material (flaps) at each end so they may be rolled together to seal the seam created by securing two sections together. Additionally, curtains will have a 3-ft. barrier above the water line t o inhibit manatees from entering the fill zone. The turbidity curtains will be highly visible and manufactured fro m entang l ement-free material that is safe to use in the presence of marine mamma l s, sea turtles, and othe r marine fauna. Curtains will be removed from the BC post-fillin g onc e turbidity \vithin the feature re a ches an acceptable l eve l J u ly 20 1 6 3-2
Figure Fill area and proposed staging area an d conveyor placement area July 2016 3-3
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3.3 Threatened and Endangered Species Signage All staff involved with filling operations will be instructed and trained as per Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Standard Manatee Conditions for InWater Work as well as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA-NMFS) Marine Sea Turtle and Smalltooth Sawfish Construction Conditions. Idle speed/ manatee protection signage will be maintained on board during all restoration activities. One sign which reads Caution: Boaters shall be posted in a location where it is prominently visible to all staff. A second sign measuring at least 8.5 by 11-in. explaining the requirements for "Idle Speed/No Wake" and the shutdown of in-water operations (Figure 3-3) will be I CAUTION: MANATEE HABITAT AUiJr.J .. t*HHt* IDLE SPllD /NO WAKE W*et11 e M***IH ** **U*lll U lttt tt .. tk all l..,,ttet HtMt .. t ,_.tt SHUT DOWN Figure 3-3. FWC manatee sign age r I posted in a location prominently visible to all personnel engaged in water-related activities (www.myfwc .com). Signage will be maintained at both the location of the materials barge and the restoration site. If any Threatened and Endangered Species comes within 50 feet of the work zone, filling operations will cease until the protected species has left the work zone on its own accord. During the permitting process, the level of observer will be determined:
- 1) observer approved by Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission at least 2 weeks prior to starting construction;
- 2) observer adequately trained and equipped with proper glasses; or 3) all on-site personnel are respon s ible for observer in-water activities for possible manatee presence.
If a dedicated manatee observer will be required, that person(s) is expect e d to be on-site at all times during in-water construction. 3.4 Water Quality Monitoring Using a portable turbidimeter (Hach 2100Q), turbidity measurements will be collected at 6-hour intervals from upstream, downstream, and within the work area. Samples will be collected outside the turbidity containment from no further than 50 ft. from the point of discharge within the densest portion of any visible plume. If the turbidity exceeds the state water quality standards (DEP 62-302.530) for an Outstanding Florida Water (zero NTU's above background) then backfill operations will cease until water quality standards arc returned to background levels. If water quality standards are exceeded more than twice a day, the backfill operations will be stopped and then evaluated for implementation of mitigation measures. July 20 1 6 3-5
- 4. SUMMAR Y Currently the BC i s a channelized waterway with sparse to no ep i benthic floral or fauna l coverage.
The vertically cut banks along with poor water quality currently p rovides suboptimal marine habitat. Filling of the BC to a minim um depth of -15 NGVD, is expecte d to improve benthic hab i tat and hydrology, thereby, providing water quality improvements to Bi s cayne Bay. Additionally, indirect benefits to marine habitats are expected as a result of the overall improvements to water quality. Based on the site survey, direct impacts to benthic resources are not expected as a result of the project. Indirect impacts such as shading, sedimentation, turbidity, and mechanical injury are expected to be negligible. The use of spec ialized turbidity containment and equipment and the methods specified in herein w ill avoid and minimize both direct and indirect impacts to both sessile and motile biota. Accessing the BC from the land side, with the exception of the placemcnc barge, will minimize barge traffic compared to a w a ter based operation and therefore avoid impacts from prop dredging, vessel groundings, and any potential for vessel strikes co protected marine species. All st a ndard construction conditions for manatees and small t ooth sawfish will be abided by during construction to avoid any potential affects. Additionally, an obs e rver will be on-site during all construction to observe any protected species within the project vicinity and advise any additional measures needed to avoid harm or harassment to protected spec i es. Ju ly 2016
- 5. REFERENCES US Fish and Wildlife Service. http:Lbvww
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