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  • April

    CN-WR-NAO

    The purpose of this PN is to inform the public of relevant parts of our process, and our interpretation and findings regarding current precipitation conditions for the 2017 monitoring season. This is accomplished by our analysis of several precipitation recording stations and our use of groundwater monitoring wells at different reference locations in the Hampton Roads region. Based on analysis of several precipitation recording stations and reference groundwater monitoring wells within the Hampton Roads region, the Norfolk District has determined that groundwater monitoring well data, indicating wetland hydrology does not meet the technical standard, is likely unreliable for wetland determinations this year. Based on plant biological activity, the growing season in southeastern Virginia started the first week in February.

  • NAO-2017-00129

    The applicant proposes to widen and reconstruct 1.9 miles of Route 630 from 800 feet west of its intersection with Ramouth Church (Route 628) to Route 732 (Cedar Lane). In addition to widening to four lanes, the proposed project also includes turn lanes, the realignment of the Route 628 (Ramouth Church & Winding Creek)/Route 630 intersection, construction of stormwater management facilities construction, and a shared use path along the westbound lane and a sidewalk along portions of the eastbound lane to accommodate pedestrian access to Colonial Forge High and Winding Creek Elementary schools.

  • CENAO-WR-R

    The purpose of this Public Notice is to provide an update on the status of the Nationwide Permits and Regional Conditions used by the Norfolk District. The Norfolk District received the Federal Consistency Determination submitted under the Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA) for the reissuance and modification of the Nationwide Permits and the Virginia Regional Conditions on April 5, 2017 and we received Section 401 Water Quality Certification from the Commonwealth of Virginia on April 7, 2017. In addition, we made some minor editorial changes to the Regional Conditions for the 2017 Nationwide Permits.

  • Issuance of the 2017 State Programmatic General Permit (17-SPGP)

    The Norfolk District proposes the issuance of the 2017 State Programmatic General Permit (17-SPGP). The 17-SPGP is proposed for use with residential, commercial, institutional and linear transportation projects that meet the requirements and general conditions as written in the proposed 17-SPGP permit authorization. The 17-SPGP will be a modified version of and replace for the 12-SPGP-01 which is set to expire May 31, 2017.

  • CENAO-WR-R NAO-2006-6403/VMRC#17-0081

    The project is located in unnamed tributaries of the Chickahominy River, tributary to the James River and Chesapeake Bay, at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Atlee Station Road and Giles Farm Road, Hanover County, Virginia.The applicant proposes to construct a mixed development consisting of townhomes, cluster homes and a small number of larger acreage lots, roads, stormwater facilities and utilities, on a 58.7 acres known as Giles Farm Phase I.

  • March

    CENAO-WR-R NAO-2006-6403/VMRC#17-0219

    The project is located on unnamed tributaries of the Chickahominy River, tributary to the James River and the Chesapeake Bay, at the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Atlee Station Road and Giles Farm Road, Hanover County, Virginia.The applicant proposes to construct 265 single family home lots, a community center, roads, storm water facilities, and utilities on 201 acres parcel known as Giles Farm subdivision phase II. The applicant stated purpose is to provide house for a demand in the area along Atlee Station Road. This development will tie into Giles Farm Subdivision phase I

  • NAOREG-03202017

    Effective immediately, and until further notice, the attached Regional Conditions are applicable within the Commonwealth of Virginia for the 2017 Nationwide Permits (NWPs), which were printed in the Federal Register on January 6, 2017, and became effective on March 19, 2017. The Regional Conditions specify additional restrictions and requirements that have been placed on the applicable Nationwide Permits to ensure that impacts within the Commonwealth of Virginia will not be more than minimal.

  • CENAO-WRR-N-NAO-2015-00780/15V1324

    Notice is hereby given that Stonebridge Investments, LLC is proposing to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with the US Army Corps of Engineers and Virginia Department of Historic Resources under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The Manassas Battlefield Historic District and the overlapping boundaries of the Battle of Gainesville/Second Battle of Manassas and the Battle of Brawner's Farm/First Battle of Manassas are located within the Stonebridge Chase project area, a proposed residential subdivision with associated infrastructure in Fairfax County, Virginia.

  • CENAO-WRR NAO-2014-01061

    NAO-2017-01016: Highland Conservation Group inc, proposes to establish, design, construct, and operate a wetland and stream compensatory mitigation bank to provide off-site compensatory mitigation for projects that result in unavoidable impacts to wetlands and streams within the specified geographic service area. The proposed mitigation bank, is approximately 490 acres of land within the Upper Russell Fork River watershed, Buchanan County, Virginia. The public comment period ends April 7, 2017.

  • CENAO-WRR NAO-2015-01443

    NAO-2015-01443-03/07/2017: Chesapeake Land Development, LLC proposes to establish and operate a tidal wetland compensatory mitigation bank to provide off-site compensatory mitigation for projects that result in unavoidable impacts to tidal wetlands within the specified geographic service area. The proposed mitigation bank site, to be known as New Mill Creek Tidal Mitigation Bank, is comprised of approximately 29 acres of land located on New Mill Creek, a tributary of the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, in Chesapeake, Virginia. The public comment period ends April 6, 2017.

  • NAO-2009-05001

    The applicant proposes to install 210 linear feet of sheetpile bulkhead, dredge by mechanical methods a 380-foot by 140-foot basin to -42 feet MLW, install a 380-foot by 124-foot drydock structure (including apron), two associated mooring dolphins and a ramp to provide access from the shipyard to the drydock. An existing pier located in the footprint will be removed. The project is located in the Eastern Branch of the Elizabeth River a tributary to the Chesapeake Bay, at 1818 Brown Avenue, Norfolk, Virginia.

  • CENAO-WR-R 2007-1323 16-V1887

    The project site is approximately 23 acres and is generally located south of Route 60, south east of Bottoms Bridge, east of White Oak Road, in Henrico County, Virginia. The project site drains into the Chickahominy River, a tributary to the James River, a navigable water of the U.S. The applicant proposes to conduct mining activities within existing mining area. The applicant proposes to import approximately 370,000 cubic yards of fill material to the site once mining is complete. The fill material will be placed approximately 2-3 feet below the surrounding ground elevation and will be subsequently converted back to open water. These impacts were previously authorized but not taken prior to the expiration date of the permit. The project will temporarily impact approximately 19 acre of open water. No compensatory mitigation is required.

  • Environmental Assessment for Potential Impact Flood Plains in Hampton

    The Air Force is preparing an Environmental Assessment (EA) for dredged material placement from maintenance dredging of the Back River Federal Navigation Channel Project located adjacent to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE - Langley). This project is necessary to provide access and safe navigation in support of national defense to JBLE-Langley in Hampton, Virginia, from the Chesapeake Bay.

  • CENAO-WR-R 2006-6600

    The project site is approximately 177 acres and is located south west of Route 288, north of Old Hundred in Chesterfield County, Virginia. The project site drains into Tomahawk Creek, a tributary to Swift Creek. The stated purpose of the project is to construct a mix use development, including commercial buildings, multi-family homes, office space, stormwater structures, roads, and utility lines. The proposed project is part of an on-going development known as Tomahawk Creek.

  • February

    Corps' technical experts to discuss Suffolk superfund site clean-up efforts

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will host their quarterly public meeting regarding restoration efforts at the Former Nansemond Ordnance Depot Thursday. The Restoration Advisory Board meeting; which will take place at the Courtyard Marriott, located at 8060 Harbour View Blvd. in Suffolk from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m.; will feature discussions regarding the latest cleanup progress.

  • NAO-2015-1768

    The City of Newport News proposes to construct a multi-modal transportation center to include an Amtrak train station, parking, access roads and areas, commuter center, stormwater management BMP, and utilities. The purpose of the project is to greater serve the transportation needs of the local community and region, and to allow for future growth of ridership. The project will permanently impact 230 linear feet of perennial stream, approximately 2.14 acres of wetlands, and 1.66 acres of open water. Temporary wetland impacts are estimated at 0.53 acres. To compensate for impacts, the applicant proposes to purchase mitigation bank and stream credits. The Regulatory Branch is evaluating this project pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

  • NAO-2017-00248

    Tillman Conservation, LLC proposes to establish, design, construct, and operate stream compensatory mitigation bank to provide off-site compensatory mitigation for projects that result in unavoidable impacts to wetlands and streams within the specified geographic service area. The proposed mitigation bank, is approximately 400 acres of land within the Middle James River watershed, Nelson County, Virginia.
  • NORFOLK, VA – Heavy equipment is staged along the beach in Norfolk, Virginia’s East Ocean View neighborhood. Contractors will use the equipment to move dredged up sand on the beach to create a 60 foot wide beach berm that slopes to 5 feet above mean low water. Engineers’ designed the beach to absorb the wave energy, protecting critical infrastructure during coastal storms. (U.S. Army photo/Patrick Bloodgood)

    National Engineers Week: Military Engineers Transform Dreams into Reality

    Military engineers from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and U.S. Navy (USN) continue to work hard to transform today’s dreams into tomorrow’s reality. Showcasing creativity, passion, and technical acumen, these engineers are creating a better future.

  • NAO-14-1391

    The U.S. Coast Guard proposes modify an existing permit authorization to dredge approximately 89,257 cubic yards of material to a maximum depth of -10 feet below mean low water from approximately 296,208 square feet of subaqueous bottom within Wormley Creek and the York River. The project will realign the existing channel where Wormely Creek meets the York River, and create a channel to the existing boat ramp at the Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown. The dredged material from the channel will be removed by mechanical or hydraulic cutterhead dredge methods during the initial and future maintenance dredging cycles. The sandy dredged material from the entrance of the channel will be used as beach nourishment along the York River shoreline of the Coast Guard Training Center York, and the fine dredge material will be transported by bottom dump scow to the Wolftrap Alternate Placement Site within the Chesapeake Bay. The proposed permit modification will allow for the construction of a temporary access road to be used for the offloading and transportation of the sandy dredged material to be placed along the York River shoreline. The proposed access road will result in temporary impacts to 118,000 square feet of wetlands and/or waters, and those areas will be restored to pre-existing conditions upon completion of the project.

  • NAO-2016-1089

    The residents with property surrounding the West Belvedere Channel and the Regent Channel in Norfolk are applying for the dredging of their individual boat basins (Driveways) to connect to the proposed municipal dredging being reviewed under project number NAO-2016-0080 for recreational access to deep water during all tides. As proposed this project will impact 17,295 sf of mudflats that will be mitigated by the creation of oyster habitat and tidal vegetation as part of the City of Norfolk's proposal.