The North Carolina DENR recently proposed stricter classifications for 2 groups of waters.
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Download NowDENR has proposed that segments of the Catawba River be reclassified as High Quality Waters (HQW). It would include the main stem of the river and the headwater tributaries starting at the river’s source and ending at the river’s confluence with the Left Prong Catawba River.
If reclassified, stormwater, erosion, and sedimentation controls for transportation and new development projects that disturb one acre or more would be required. Stricter treatment standards for new and expanded wastewater treatment facilities would be required, and new wastewater discharges from single family residences would be prohibited.
DENR has also proposed to reclassify the North Fork New River as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW). If reclassified, new NPDES wastewater dischargers would be prohibited. The four existing NPDES wastewater facilities in the proposed ORW will be allowed to expand, provided certain standards and limits are followed. Certain development projects will be required to control stormwater runoff, through either a low or high density development option.
INFO: For the Catawba River, contact DENR’s Adriene Weaver at 919-807-6414. Contact Jamie McNees at 919-807-6421 concerning the North Fork New River.