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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEP2006-00059 - SEP Determinations - 5/23/2006 °!1'STA MASON COUNTY �'� c DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 4 Mo s SS N = Planning Division N yT 0 P O Box 27%Shelton,WA 98584 °o °~ (360)427-9670 1664 MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (WAC 197-11-350) SEP2006-00059 Description of Proposal: Landward retaining Wall/Rock Proponent: JAMES A YATES Site Address(If Assigned): 4710 E STATE ROUTE 302 BELFAIR Directions to Site: Hwy 302 through Victor to address. Parcel Number: 122282400020 Legal Description: TR 2 OF GL 2 EX WLY OF CO R/W Lead Agency: Mason County The Lead Agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable signiftant adverse impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement(EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed Environmental Checklist and other information on file with the Lead Agency. This information is available to the public upon request. MITIGATED MEASURES ARE ATTACHED. Please contact Rebecca Hersha at ext. 593 with any questions. This DNS is issued under 197-11-340(2), the Lead Agency will not act on this proposal for days from the date below. Comments must be submitted to Rebecca Hersha, C/O Mason County DCD, Planning Division, PO Box 279, Shelton WA 98584 by 6/6/06. There is no SEPA administrative appeal. Authoriz oval Government Official ate MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (WAC 197-11-350) SEP2006-00069 CONDITIONS OF THIS DETERMINATION 1) Residential developers and individuals shall be required to control erosion during construction. Removal of vegetation should be minimized and any areas disturbed should be restored to prevent erosion and other environmental impacts.X 2) Landfill for residential development which results in the creation of new dry land waterward of OHWM or in biological wetlands is prohibited. X 3) Debris or deleterious material resulting from construction shall be removed from the beach area and project site and shall not be allowed to enter waters of the State. X R�9TATe Off, RECEIVED �t"leea�°yam=� JUN 0 7 2006 STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY MAIN` MING ILr.. PO Box 47775•Olympia,Washington 98504-7775•(360)407-6300 June 6,2006 Ms.Grace Miller Your address Department of Community Development Is in the Mason County Planning Division Kitsap PO Box 279 watershed Shelton,WA 98584 1 Dear Ms.Miller: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the mitigated determination of nonsignificance for the Yates Rock Retaining Wall project(SEP2006-00059),located at 4710 East State Route 302 in Belfair,as proposed by James Yates. The Department of Ecology(Ecology)reviewed the environmental checklist and has the following comment(s): WATER QUALTIY:Betsy Dickes(360)407-6294 Erosion control measures must be in place prior to any clearing,grading,or construction. These control measures must be effective to prevent soil from being carried into surface water by stormwater runoff. Sand,silt,clay particles,and soil will damage aquatic habitat and are considered pollutants when discharged to waters of the state. Any discharge of sediment-laden runoff or other pollutants to waters of the state is in violation of Chapter 90.48,Water Pollution Control,and WAC 173-201A,Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters of the State of Washington,and is subject to enforcement action. During construction,all releases of oils,hydraulic fluids,fuels,other petroleum products,paints, solvents,and other deleterious materials must be contained and removed in a manner that will prevent their discharge to waters and soils of the state. The cleanup of spills should take precedence overall other work on the site. Proper disposal of construction debris must be on land in such a manner that debris cannot enter Case Inlet or cause water quality degradation of state waters. All trenches,depressions,or holes created in the intertidal area shall be backfilled prior to inundation by tidal waters. All stormwater discharges must be constructed in a manner that will not cause scouring on the beach. Ecology's comments are based upon the information provided with the SEPA checklist. As such,they do not constitute an exhaustive list of the various authorizations that must be obtained or legal requirements that must be fulfilled in order to carry out the proposed action. If you have any questions or would like to respond to these comments please contact the appropriate reviewing staff listed above. Department of Ecology Southwest Regional Office (DN:064386) cc: Betsy Dickes,WQ James Yates(Applicant/Contact) MASON CO. ENVIROMENTAL CHECKLIST Parcel#12228-24-00020 A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:Yates Rock Wall Project 2. Name of applicant:Jim Yates 3.Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: 2908 N.Vista View Dr.Tacoma,WA 98407-1027. 253-208-4444 4. Date checklist prepared:4-16-2006 5.Agency requesting checklist: Mason County Planning Department 6. Proposed timing or schedule(including phasing, if applicable): Project will commence and be completed during the summer of 2006. 7. Do you have any plans for future expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal: If yes, explain. No 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared,directly related to this proposal. A Habitat Management Plan has been prepared by Lee Boad. 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal?If yes, explain. None 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. A Mason County Building Permit and a Mason Environmental Permit will be required for this project A JARPA form may be required as well. it I 11. Give a brief,complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site.There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal.You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) The majority of the proposed rock wall will be located just landward of the existing Ordinary High Water Mark(OHWM)and parallel the shoreline with the exception of two voids. One will be left open to maintain foot access while the other will be left to maintain existing boat launch access. The wall will be 4-feet high at the northern most point and taper gradually to just less than two feet at the southern point. No filling or grading is proposed. Avoidance mitigation includes positioning a portion of the wall landward approximately 15 feet from the(OHWM)to preserve a gradual upland/tideland transition area. Compensatory mitigation includes the removal of a remnant man- made rockery located within the intertidal area of the southern portion of the property. Removing such a feature is intended to restore shoreline function. 12.What is the location of the proposal?Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project including a street address, if any, and section,township,and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan,vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available.While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The site is mapped in Section 28 of Township 22 North,Range 1 West. The site address is 4710 State Route 302E,Belfair,WA 98528 B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS: 1. EARTH: a. General description of the site(circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other Rolling b.What is the steepest slope on the site(approximate percent slope)? 6% c.What general types of soils are found on the site(for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)?If you know the classification of agricultural soils,specify them and note any prime farmland. Everett Gravelly sandy loam is the mapped soil type(USDA 1960). 2 ------------- d.Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity: If so, describe. Non-disturbed shoreline areas in proximity to the project site are characterized by common sediment movement and upland erosion associated with wave activity during extreme high tides and storm events. The project site consists of an eroding bluff adjacent to the shoreline. e. Describe the purpose, type,and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. No filling is proposed. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use: If so, generally describe. Erodible soils will be temporarily exposed during construction of the rock wall. Such conditions are representative of the current natural circumstance. Additional erosion is not expected to result from construction activities. g.About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project constructions(for example, asphalt or buildings)?The rock wall will be constructed along approximately 85%of the eroding bank. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: • Perform work during dry weather. • Install silt fencing waterward of the work area to prevent human induced erosion and siltation of waters. • Conduct shoreline work at low tide. • Minimize amount of erodible soils at any given time to the maximum extent feasible. 2.AIR: a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal(i.e.dust, automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke)during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities, if known. Dust, ,fuel fined equipment,transport of material will be present for approximately 10 days during the summer of 2006. b.Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. No c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: inadvertently disturbed soils will be wetted or stabilized immediately. 3 J 3 WATER: a. Surface: 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. The project site is located adjacent to the shoreline of Case Inlet. 2)Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to(within 200 feet)the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. Yes.The rock wall is proposed adjacent to the ordinary high water mark. Shoreline work includes the removal of an existing rock structure as mitigation. 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. None 4)Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions?Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. No 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. No b. Ground: 1)Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known. No 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any(for example; domestic sewage, industrial, containing the following chemicals...,agricultural,etc.). Describe the general size of the system,the number of such systems,the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s)are expected to serve. None c.Water runoff(including storm water): 4 1) Describe the source of runoff(including storm water)and method of collection and disposal, if any(include quantities, if known).Where will this water flow?Will this flow into other waters? If so, describe. Stormwater will continue to flow downslope towards the shoreline. 2)Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters: If so, generally describe. No d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:Working in dry conditions, refueling and lubricating equipment off site. 4. PLANTS: a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other X evergreen tree:fir, cedar, pine, other shrubs X grass pasture crop or grain wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants: water lily, eelgrass, miffoil, other other types of vegetation b.What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? One fir tree will be removed. c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. none d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any:The southern portion of the wall will be shifted landward to avoid a 600 square foot patch of upland adjacent to the shoreline. 5.ANIMALS a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: Birds: ,other Mammals:deer, bear,elk, beaver, other Fish: bass,_,trout,_,_, other 5 b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. Puget Sound Chinook, Bald Eagle c. Is the site part of a migration route?If so,explain. No d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: Preservation of a nearshore habitat patch on adjacent uplands within project site. Restoration of shoreline via-removal of remnant rock wall. 6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES: a.What kinds of energy(electric, natural gas, oil,wood stove, solar)will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs?Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing,etc. None b.Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties: If so generally describe. No c.What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: None 7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: a.Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so,describe. No 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: b. Noise. 1)What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project(for example:traffic,equipment, operation, other)?None 2)What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis(for example:traffic, construction,operation,other)? Indicate what hour's noise would come from the site. Short term construction and operation noise between 8:00 am and 4:OOpm will occur during the summer for approximately 10 days. 6 3)Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Limited hours of operation. 8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE: a.What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?residential. b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. No c. Describe any structures on the site. 2,600 square foot single family residence d.Will any structures be demolished?Not in association with this project e_What is the current zoning classification of the site?Residential 5 f.What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? g. If applicable,what is the current Shoreline Master Program designation of the site?Type 1 Conservancy Shoreline h. Has any part of the site been classified as an"environmentally sensitive"area? If so, specify. No i.Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?2 j.Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?none k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: No I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: Applicant is seeking compliance and permits from local governing authority. 9. HOUSING: a.Approximately how many units would be provided, if any?Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. none b.Approximately how many units, if any,would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. None c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: none 10.AESTHETICS: 7 a.What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s)proposed?4-feet b.What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?none c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: none 11. LIGHT AND GLARE a.What type of light or glare will the proposal produce?What time of day would it mainly occur?None b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No c.What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal: none d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: none 12. RECREATION: a.What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?Fishing,boating,shellfishing,and other water dependent activities. b.Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. No c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: no 13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION: a.Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. No b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic,archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. none c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: none 14.TRANSPORTATION: a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. Site is adjacent to State Rout 302 and can be accessed through the private driveway. 8 b. Is site currently served by public transit?If not,what is the approximate distance to the existing street system?Show on site plans, if any. Yes, Mason County Transit c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate?none. d.Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe(indicate whether public or private). no e.Will the project use(or occur in the immediate vicinity of)water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. no f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project: If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. none g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: none 15. PUBLIC SERVICES: a.Would the project result in an increased need for public service(for example: fire protection, police protection, health care,schools,other)? If so, generally describe: no b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: no 16. UTILITIES: a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: natural gas, _M�ff sanitary sewer, other. b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. None. Signature: The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: Date submitted: `]�- ZS -0 9 ESA LISTED SALMONIDS CHECKLIST Applicant Information Project Information Name Jim Yates Name:Rock Wall Phone 253-2084444 Location:Belfair,WA Description Construct Rock Wall This worksheet was designed to help project proponents,and goverment agencies, identify when a projectneeds further analysis regarding adverse effects on ESA (Endangered Species Act)listed salmonids.Salmonidsare salmon,trout and chars,e.g. bull trout.For our purposes,"ESA Listed Salmonids"is defined as fish specieslisted as endangered,threatened or being considered for listing.If ESA listed species are present or ever were present in the water shed where your project will be located,yourproject has the potential for affecting them,and you need to comply with the ESA.The questions in this section will help determine if the ESA listings will impact your project. The Fish Program Manager at the appropriate Department of Fish and Wildlife(DFW)regional office can provide Information for the following two questions. 1.Are ESA listed salmonids currently present in the watershed in which your project will be located? YES X NO Please describe.Puget Sound Chinook 2.Has there ever been an ESA listed salmonid stock present in this watershed? YES X NO Uncertain Please describe.Puget Sound Chinook If you answered G4yes"to either of the above questions,you should complete the remainder of this checklist. 10 PROJECT SPECIFICES:The questions in this section are specific to the project and vicinity. 1.Name of watershed:Upper Case Inlet 2.Name of nearest waterbody:North Bay 3.What is the distance from this project to the nearest body of water:Project is located adjacent to the marine shoreline of North Bay. 4.What is the current land use between the project and the potentially affected water body(parting tots,farmland,etc.)?The project will be located on an eroding upland bank adjacent to the shoreline. 5.Is the project above a: *natural permanent barrier(waterfall)YES NO X *natural temporary barrier(beaver pond)YES NO X *man-made barrier(culvert,dam)YES NO X •other(explain): 6.If yes,are there any resident salmonid populations above the blockage? YES NO Don't know 7.What percent of the project will be impervious surface(including pavement&roof area)?The rock wall will be constructed along approximately 85%of the eroding bank FISH MIGRATION:The following questions will help determine if this project could interfere with migration of adult and juvenile fish. Both increases and decreases in water flows can affect fish migration. 1.Does the project require the withdrawal of: a.Surface water?No Amount Name of surface water body b.Ground water?No Amount From where Depth of well 2.Will any water be rerouted:No If yes,will this require a channel change? 3.Will there be retention or detention ponds?No 11 I If yes,will this be an infiltration pond or a surface discharge to either a municipal storm water system or a surface water body?If to a surface water discharge,please give the name of the waterbody. 4.Will this project require the building of new roads?NO Increased road mileage may affect the timing of water reaching a stream and may impact fish habitat 5.Are culverts proposed as part of this project?NO 6.Will topography changes affect the duration/direction of runoff flows?No If yes,describe the changes. No 7.Will the project involve any reduction of the floodway or floodplain by filling or other partial blockage of flows?NO If yes,how will the loss of flood storage be mitigated by your project? WATER QUALITY:The following questions will help determine if this project could adversely impact water quality.Such impacts can cause problems for listed Species.Water quality can be made worse by runoff from impervious surfaces,altering water temperature, discharging contaminants,eta 1.Do you know of any problems with water quality,in any of the streams,within this watershed?No 2.Will your project either reduce or increase shade along or over a waterbody? One dying Douglas fir will be removed Removal of shading vegetation or the building of structures such as docks or floats often results in a change in shade. 3.Will the project increase nutrient loading or have the potential to increase nutrient loading or contaminants(fertilizers,other waste discharges,or rlmoff)to the waterbody? No 4.Will turbidity be increased because of construction of the project or during operation of the project?No 5.Will your project require long term maintenance,i.e.bridge cleaning,highway salting, and chemical sprays for vegetation management,clearing of parking lots?No VEGETATION:The following questions are designed to determine if the project will affect riparian vegetation,thereby,adversely impacting salmon. 1.Will the project involve the removal of any vegetation from the stream banks: No If yes,please describe the existing conditions,and the amount and type of vegetation to be removed. 12 2.If any vegetation is removed,do you plan to re-plant? YES NO_X_If yes,what types of plants will you use? 13 MASON COUNTY DCD Sent SEPA —00O5'? to(check all that apply)on ,!—.2 Skokomish Tribal Nation M WA Dept.of Ecology(saltwater) Natural Resources Dept. ATTN: Shoreline Permit Reviewer ATTN:Marty Ereth Southwest Regional Office N 541 Tribal Center Rd. PO Box 47775 Shelton,WA 98584 Olympia,WA 98504-7775 Quinault Indian Nation WA Department of Ecology(freshwater) ATTN: Mark Mobbs Environmental Review Section PO Box 189 PO BOX 47703 Tahola,WA 98587 Olympia,WA 98504-7703 © Squaxin Tribal Nation x❑ U.S.Army Corps of Engineers Natural Resources Dept. SEPA Reviewer 2952 SE Old Olympic Highway PO Box C-3755 Shelton,WA 98584 Seattle,WA 98124 The Confederated Tribe of the Chehalis Q WA Dept.of Fish and Wildlife ATTN:SEPA Reviewer ATTN: Margie Schirato(saltwater) 420 Howanut Rd. 2391 W Deegan Rd. Oakville,WA 98568 Shelton,WA 98584 0 Courtney Wasson WA Dept.of Fish&Wildlife WA DNR,South Puget Sound Region ATTN:Gloria Rogers(freshwater) 950 Farman Avenue North PO Box 695 Enumclaw,WA 98022-9282 Elma,WA 98541 MBoyd Powers a WA Dept.of Transportation WA DNR,SEPA Center Environmental Policy&Coord. PO BOX 47027 HWY Administration Bldg. Olympia,WA 98504-7027 Olympia,WA 98504 Olympic Region Clean Air Agency City of Shelton 2940-B Limited Ln.NW 525 West Cota St. Olympia,WA 98502 Shelton,WA 98584 Mason County Transit 0 School District PO Box 1880 Shelton,WA 98584 Mason County Public Works Agent Mason County Environmental Health 0 Applicant rlc iwl All 10"a 7