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                                      C s a P a                    ay Public Access
                                               Implementation Grant: ,
                                       Hallieford Public Landing and
                                                Peary Public Landing
                                                  in Mathews County




                  The Department of Conservation and Recreation wishes to acknowledge the support and interest exhibited by
                                 the County 'of Mathews and the County of Gloucester throughout this project.

                                                                March 1992


                     This Report was published in part through funds furnished by the Virginia Council on the Environment
                                     pursuant to the Coastal Resources Grant #NA90AA-4-CZ796 from the
                                              National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration





                                       Chesapeake Bay Public Access Implementati0i'Grant
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                                       1.        Purpose of Project       ...................................................................................................................... 1

                                       11.       Inventory of Potential Access Sites           .......................................................................................... 3

                                       Ill.      Selected Sites
                                                         Process for the fleview of Selected Sites               ...................................................................... 39
                                                                  Hallieford Public Landing          .................................................................................... 40
                                                                  Peary Public Landing         .......................................................................................... 43
                                                                  Bray's Point Public Landing            ................................................................................ 46

                                       IV.       Land Surveys, Site Designs and Cost Estimates
                                                 -       Purpose for Site Designs and Cost Estimates                    ............................................................... 49
                 -4=J                            -       Hallieford Public Landing Design Description                  ................................................................ 50
                                                 -       Hallieford Public Landing Cost Estimate                ........................................................................ 52
                                                         Peary Public Landing Design Description                 ....................................................................... 53
                                                 -       Peary Public Landing Cost Estimate                ............................................................................. 56

                                       V.        Recommendations
                                                         Hallieford Public Landing - Mathews County                   ................................................................. 57
                                                         Peary Public Landing            Mathews County          ....................................................................... 57
                                                         Bray's Point Public Landing - Gloucester County                    .......................................................... 58

                                       APPENDICES
                                                 A.      Contact Names and Addresses
                                                 B.      Shoreline Programs Report: Hallieford Public Landing, Mathews County
                                                 C.      Site Review Agenda & Attendees
                                                 D.      Federal Consistency Review Form
                                                 E.      Application for Categorical Exclusion and a request for a letter from the SHPO
                                                 F.      Certificate of Title
                                                 G.      Shoreline Programs Report: Peary Public Landing, Mathews County
                                                 H.      Shoreline Programs Reprot: Bray's Point Landing, Gloucester County
                                                 1.      Land Survey Scope of Service & Schedule
                                                 J.      Cooperative Agreement for Public Access Area

                                       REFERENCES





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                        11-1                     Map of Sites Inventoried           ............................................................................................................... 6
                        11-2                     Photo of Hallieford Landing:                                            Mathews County          .............................................     9
                        11-3                     Photo of Queen's Creek Landing: (not pictured)                          Mathews County          .............................................   10
                        11-4                     Photo of Doctors Creek Landing:                                         Mathews County          .............................................   11
                        11-5                     Photo of End of Route 600:                                              Mathews County          .............................................   12
                        11-6                     Photo of Peary Public Landing:                                          Mathews County          .............................................   13
                        11-7                     Photo of Steamship Wharf: (not pictured)                                Mathews County          .............................................   14
                        11-8                     Photo of Greenpoint Bridge:                                             Mathews County          .............................................   15
                        11-9                     Photo of Haven Public Landing:                                          Mathews County          .............................................   16
                        11-10                    Photo of Route 600:                                                     King William County          ........................................   17
                        11-11                    Photo of Judy Swamp Site:                                               King William County          ........................................   18
                        11-12                    Photo of Westpoint Landing:                                             King William County          ........................................   19
                        11-13                    Photo of Bray's Point Landing:                                          Gloucester County          ..........................................   20
                        11-14                    Photo of Belvin's Landing:                                              Gloucester County          ..........................................   21
                        11-15                    Photo of Monday Creek Landing:                                          Gloucester County           .........................................   22
                        11-16                    Photo of Fields Landing:                                                Gloucester County           .........................................   23
                        11-17                    Photo of Warehouse Landing:                                             Gloucester County           .........................................   24
                        11-18                    Photo of Williams Landing:                                              Gloucester County           .........................................   25
                        11-19                    Photo of Route 653:                                                     Gloucester County          ..........................................   26
                        11-20                    Photo of Gloucester Point Beach:                                        Gloucester County          ..........................................   27
                        11-21                    Photo of Severn River Landing:                                          Gloucester County          ..........................................   28
                        11-22                    Photo of Jenkins Neck Landing:                                          Gloucester County          ..........................................   29
                        11-23                    Photo of Tanyard Landing:                                               Gloucester County          ..........................................   30
                        11-24                    Photo of End of Route 605:                                              King & Queen County             .....................................   31
                        11-25                    Photo of Mantapike Site:                                                King & Queen County             .....................................   32
                        11-26                    Photo of Route 667:                                                     King & Queen County             .....................................   33
                        11-27                    Photo of Route 602:                                                     Middlesex County           ...........................................  34
                        11-28                    Photo of Route 603:                                                     Middlesex County           ...........................................  35
                        11-29                    Photo of Whitings Creek Landing:                                        Middlesex County           ...........................................  36
                        11-30                    Photo of Fairfield Bank:                                                Middlesex County           ...........................................  37
                        11-31                    Photo of Stampers Landing:                                              Middlesex County           ...........................................  38

                        111-1                    Hallieford Public Landing Vicinity Map                  ......................................................................................... 41
                        111-2                    Photo of Hallieford Landing              .......................................................................................................... 42
                        111-3                    Peary Public Landing Vicinity Map                  ............................................................................................... 44
                        111-4                    Photo of Peary Public Landing                ..................................................................................................... 45
                        111-5                    Bray's Point Landing Vicinity Map                 ................................................................................................ 47
                        111-6                    Photo of Bray's Point Landing               ....................................................................................................... 48

                        IV-1                     Preliminary Plan for Hallieford Public Landing                      ............................................................................. 51
                        IV-2                     Preliminary Plan for Peary Public Landing                     ................................................................................... 55



				List of Tables



                        Table            Title										Page

						
				II-1		     Access Sites Reviewed During Inventory.......................  5

				II-2		     Criteria for Fishing/Crabbing, Beaches and Natural Areas.....  7

				IV-1		     Hallieford Public Landing Cost Estimate......................  52

				IV-2		     Peary Public Landing Cost Estimate...........................  56



















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                           The Chesapeake Bay Public Access                         model sites were selected as small parcels
                           Implementation Grant pilot study is a                    for enhancement as public recreation areas
                           project which explores opportunities and                 for selected activities: (1) beach and
                           procedures for enhancing the use of small                swimming access, (2) pier and bank fishing
                           publicly-owned parcels of waterfront for                 and (3) a natural area.
                           access. This project has been funded by a
                           Coastal Zone Resource Management                         The current CZRMP grant enables the
                           Program (CZRM P) grant from the Council                  development of plans for limited or low-cost
                           on the Environment. This grant project is a              enhancements to be completed for the
                           two-phased pilot study for the planning and              selected model sites. As a part of the first
                           enhancement of small publicly-owned land                 phase of this grant, the DPRR has
                           parcels on the Chesapeake Bay or its tidal               prepared site plans, an environmental
                           tributaries.                                             assessment and cost estimates for the
                                                                                    development of two small parcel sites.
                           It is estimated that there are over 30                   Recommendations for followup to
                           unused publicly-owned parcels in the Bay                 accomplish phase two, future construction,
                           area, many of which once served as                       are dis cussed in Section V of this report.
                           steamboat landings. Some of these parcels
                           could be turned into small recreation                    The second phase of this project will
                           access sites. During the 1990-1991 grant                 involve extended coordination with county
                           year, the Division of Planning and                       officials and the acquisition of Section 306A
                           Recreation Resources (DPRR) conducted                    CZRMP grant funds for the construction of
                           an inventory of these existing shoreline                 the proposed enhancements for the model
                           parcels located in -the middle peninsula.                sites. Both the planning and construction
                           Based on this inventory, three different                 phases of this pilot study will serve as











            prototypes for the development of similar
            small parcels of publicly-owned water
            access areas. Based on this project, DPRR
            will be better equipped to provide technical
            assistance to localities and other agencies
            for planning and implementing the
            enhancement and development of similar
            access sites.


            This pilot project also reinforces the
            implementation of the Public Access
            Commitment of the 1987 Chesapeake Bay
            Agreement, which calls for improvement of
            public access to the tidal waters of
            Chesapeake Bay. The DPRR coordinated
            preparation of the Chesageake Bay Area
            Public Access Plan and Public Access
            Technical Assistance Report, both of which
            are guides to implementing goals of the
            1987 Agreement. Development of unused
            public lands to increase public access is
            one strategy identified in the Chesapeake
            Bay Area Public Access Plan.


















             ... .......
                           The middle peninsula of Virginia was                   The Counties of King and Queen, King
                           selected as the pilot tor this study area.             William, Gloucester, Mathews and
                           The middle peninsula was among the                     Middlesex expressed an interest in the
                           areas of the Chesapeake Bay which was                  study. Based on the expression of interest,
                           indicated in the Chesai2eake Bay Public                each of these counties were included in the
                           Access Plan as needing access. The                     inventory of potential small parcel sites.
                           Counties of Essex, King and Queen, King                The inventory of potential small parcels of
                           William, Gloucester, Mathews and                       land which are currently in public
                           Middlesex are included in the middle                   ownership was initiated by conducting a
                           peninsula area. Each of these counties was             search of the Division of Planning and
                           contacted in June of 1991 to determine                 Recreation Resources (DPRR) files for
                           potential interest in participating in the pilot       each of the counties. Based on previous
                           study. Because this pilot study involves a             site inventories and field work, the sites
                           two phased process with the second phase               identified in DPPR's files were screened.
           91-4            requiring the locality to make a monetary or           The initial screening involved identifying
          4-4              in kind commitment toward the construction             sites which were small parcels (1 -2 Acres),
                           of site improvements, it was important to              sites which had little or no site
                           insure an interest and willingness to                  improvements, and sites which showed a
                           participate in the pilot study. The Middle             potential for providing beach and swimming
            0              Peninsula Planning District Commission                 access, pier or bank fishing, or a natural
                           was also informed of the study purpose                 area access. In addition to the initial
                           and to seek their input as reviewers of the            screening, contact persons within the
                           selected sites was requested. A list of                county were asked to identify potential sites
                           contact names and addresses is included                which were in public ownership.
                           in Appendix A.










                                                                                                                            A


            Based on the information gathered from the         county personnel, three model sites were
            DPPR files and the information provided by         selected. The selected sites are Hallieford
            each of the participating county's                 Public Landing in Mathews County, Peary
            personnel, site visits were planned. Site          Public Landing in Mathews County and
            visits were conducted during the months of         Bray's Point Landing in Gloucester County.
            June, July and August of 1991. Whenever
            possible, the site visits were conducted
            with personnel from the respective county.
            Each of the identified potential sites were
            visited and assessed for their potential to
            provide access for one of the three
            selected activities (beach and swimming
            access, pier or bank fishing, or natural area
            access). A list of the sites inventoried is
            included in Table 11 -1. The general location
            of each of these sites is shown on Figure 11-
            1. A list of criteria considered for the
            selection of the three model sites is listed in
            Tables 11-2,11-3 and 11-4.

            The remaining portion of this section of the
            grant report documents the sites
            inventoried (See Figures 11-2 through 11-30).
            Based on the site visits, the criteria for
            each of the activities and coordination with










                                   Site Name                                 County                   Water Body                                Location

                                   I - Hallieford Landing                    Mathews                  Piankatank River                          Route 632
                                   2 - Queen's Creek Landing                 Mathews                  Queerfs, Creek                            Route 639
                                   3 - Doctor's Creek Landing                Mathews                  Davis Creek                               Route 699
                                   4 - End of Route 600                      Mathews                  Mobjack Bay                               Route 600
                                   5 - Peary Public Landing                  Mathews                  Horn Harbor                               Route 698
                                   6 - Steamship Wharf                       Mathews                  Moblack Bay                               Route 14
                                   7 - Greenpoint Bridge                     Mathews                  Piankatank River                          Route 701
                                   8 - Haven Public Landing                  Mathews                  Whites Creek                              Route 682
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                      4--)         9 - Route 600                             King William             Mattaponi River                           Route 600
                                   10 - Judy Swamp Site                      King William             Pamunkey River                            Route 602
                                   11 - Westpoint Landing                    King William             Pamunkey River                            Route 33

                                   12 - Bray's Point Landing                 Gloucester               NW Branch Severn River                    Route 636
                                   13 - Belvin's Landing                     Gloucester               Brown's Bay                               Route 650
                                   14 - Monday Creek Landing                 Gloucester               Brown's Bay                               Route 640
                                   15 - Fields Landing                       Gloucester               Timberneck Creek                          Route 1301.
                                   16 - Warehouse Landing                    Gloucester               Ware River                                Route 621
                                   17 - Williams Landing                     Gloucester               York River                                Route 1303
                                   18 - Route 653                            Gloucester               SW Branch Severn River                    Route 653
                                   19 - Gloucester Point Beach               Gloucester               York River                                Route 1208
                                   20 - Severn River Landing                 Gloucester               Monday Creek                              Route 649
                                   21 - Jenkins Neck Landing                 Gloucester               York River                                Route 646
                                   22 - Tanyard Landing                      Gloucester               Poropotank River                          Route 617

                                   23 - End of Route 605                     King & Queen             York River                                Route 605
                                   24 - Mantapike Site                       King & Queen             Mattapon! River                           Route 659
                                   25 - Route 667                            King & Queen             Mattaponi River                           Route 667

                      (A           26 - Route 602                            Middlesex                Dragon Run                                Route 602
                      4)           27 - Route 603                            Middlesex                Dragon Run                                Route 603
                                   28 - Whitings Creek Landing               Middlesex                Whitings Creek                            Route 634
                                   29 - Fairfield Bank                       Middlesex                Piankatank River                          Route 708
                                   30 - Stampers Landing                     Middlesex                Piankatank River                          Route 603
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                   Criteria for Fishing/Crabbing

                       Quality Fish/Crab Habitat
                       Adequate Land Area for Development (parking 3-5 spaces)
         rn            Accessibility from Secondary Road System
                       Visitation/Nearby Population/Area of Need
                       On-Site Accessibility to Water/Topography
         U             Historical Shoreline Erosion
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                       Flushing & Water Circulation
                       Soil Conditions for Pier Placement/Substrate for Wading
                       Previous Storm Activity
                       Sensitive Resources (Lack of Heritage Resources)
                       Compatible Surrounding Land Use & Use of Waterway
                       Shore Frontage/Shoreline Configu ratio n/Natu ral Protection
                       Water Quality
                       Views
                       Natural Buffering Along Shoreline for Future Development

                   Criteria for Natural Areas


                       Opportunity for Educational & Interpretive Activities
         0             Natural areas already coexisting with some level of human influence
         4;4       a,  Location of rare, endangered or unique biological communities. Ability to protect high quality habitats.
     Cq ct             Minimal disturbance will be required to natural environment.
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            Criteria for Beaches


                  Quality of Beach (Width & Length)
                  Adequate Land Area for Development
                  Accessibility from Secondary Roadway                                                                       con
                  Visitation/Nearby Population/Area of Need
                  Surrounding Public Water, Sewage Treatment, & Other Utilities
                  Onsite Accessibility/Topography
                  Historical Shoreline Erosion/Beach Accural Rates
                  Currents & Tides for Area/Waves
                  Bottom/Substrate (Water Depth/Slope & Surface)
                  Previous Storm Activity
                  Sensitive Resources (Lack of the Presence of Heritage Resources, Shellfish Area, SAV's & Wetlands)
                  Compatible Surrounding Land Use & Use of Waterway
                  Landforms/Natural Protection for Beach Site
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                        sac at the end of
                        Route 632; however,
                        no other amenities are
                        associated with the                               .........

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                        site except a gravel
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                        ramp to the water. The
                        beach could be made
                        accessible for disabled
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                                                   Hallieford Public Landing                             Queen's Creek
                                                   Route 632, Mathews Lane                        Owner: VDOT (0.5 ac)

















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                   along this road or at the end of the road
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      Queen's Creek Landing               Queen's Creek
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                          site has a beautiful
                 (U       view and the
                          surrounding area is not
                 U        developed. The site
                 Un       could provide a good
                 4-       public crabbing area or
                          access for cartop
                 C)
                          boats.
                 0                                   Doctors Creek Public Landing                              Davis Creek
                                                     Route 699, Hornharbor AV                                Owner: VDOT











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                                                                                          This site once               ......
                                                                                      served as an informal
                                                                                         boat launch with a
                                                                                          ramp into the bay.
                                                                                      Access to the ramp is
                                                                                     currently prohibited by                  0
                                                                                                                             U
                                                                                         a wire. The site is
                                                                                       posted with keep out
                                                                                      warnings and a stake
                                                                                     had been driven in the
                                                                                       middle of the launch
                                                                                     area to prevent boats
                                                                                          from entering the

                            .... . .. ...
                                                    ..........
                 ...........              ..........       ............ ....... ........... ........... water or from
                                                         ............
                                                                              wqa
                                                                                      approaching from the
                                                                                                       water.
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            End of Route 600                                         Mobjack Bay
            Route 600, (Point Road)                                 Owner: VDOT






                         This is an
                  0      undeveloped site
                 U       accessible by paved
                         roadways. An older
                         home has been
                         renovated just south of
                         the site. The site has
                         the potential for a short
                         raised walkway to be
                         developed as an
                         educational overlook.
                         This site may also
                                                        ..........
                         provide opportunities        .... A "AAA"
                         for crabbing and a                             .......-.....
                                                                         ...........
                                                                      ..............
                                                                         ... . .. ..... ... ... ...
                                                                              ... . ....... ..
                                                           ........... ...
                         cartop boat launch.
                         The site offers an
                         excellent view of the
                         water and marsh lands
                         surrounding the water.

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                                                     Peary Public Landing                                       Horn Harbor
                                                      Route 698, (Captain Gene's Road)                        Owner: VDOT






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       This is a site which was discussed in the Redmo      nd/
         Johnston study. The site apparently has no access
                 from a public road in the area of the bayside
                                                                      0
                                                                      U
            development. It is a former steamship wharf with
           beach area according to the study. A photo is not
                                                     available.








      Steamship Wharf                            Mobjack Bay
      Route 14                         Owner: State (4.37 ac)









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                          The Greenpoint
                          Bridge site is an old
                          ferry landing located at
                  4-J
                  r.                                                                                                                  I
                  ;z      the end of Route 701.
                  0       The Route 3 bridge is
                  U       clearly visible from the
                          ferry site. The old ferry
                  (U
                                                                                                                    ...........
                          structures are still in
                                                                                                                        ............


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                                                                                                                 ws-    ......
                  CI      place and adjacent                        I - I.:                                      -,.r:..I.-- -:::::::
                                                                                  Agra
                          buildings which at one
                          time served ferry                                                FL.
                          customers are
                          standing adjacent to

                                                                                                                        .... .......
                          the site. Directly east
                                                                                                                     .............
                          of the site is an


                                                                                                                          ..........
                          abandoned fuel supply
                          center. Several large
                 4-J
                          fuel drums remain on
                          this site. These drums
                          are screened from the
                                                                                                     ..... .. . ...
                          water by heavy
                          vegetation. This site
          00              would require
                          considerable cleanup
                          or retrofitting to use the
                          existing structures.        Greenpoint Bridge                                      Piankatank River
                                                      Route 701                                                 Owner: VDOT

















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                                                                                                           The Haven Public
                                                                                                                 Landing site is an
                                                                                                          approximately 1/4 acre
                                                                                                              site which is owned
                                                                                                               and maintained by
                                                                                                                                                        U
                                                                                                                 Mathews County.                         CA

                                               ...........
                                                                                                             There is an existing
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                                      ..           .... ..
                                                                               ... ....... ........... ....... ...........
                                                                                           .................
                                                                                    ..........
                                             . .............
                                                                                           ...            -lock on this site which
                                            . . ....... N.......
                                         ............ ...........

                                                                                               11@ii;FIUFMIU
                                                                                                 . . ........
                                               .............
                                                                               FIRIM!                         was in
                                                                                                                       use by local
                              ... .....                                     .... ........
                     WIN ....                                        .... .... ..-
                           .. ... .                                                                                          he time
                                                                                                           watermen at t
                                                                             wo
                                                      ......                                                       of the site visit.
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                                                                               . ........ ... .                   Across from the
                                       ....... . . .
                                                                       ....... ...-
                                                            ..........
                                                                  . ..... . . ..
                                                                                                          landing   is a spot which
                                                                      .. ....     ....
                                                                                                          may be    the area which
                                                                           ...... ........
                                                                          .. .... ..... ... ....... ...
                                                                                                                       ted during a
                                                                                                              was   no
                                                                                                           previ
                                                                                                                 ous aerial survey
                                                                         ...........
                                                                                                              as being accessible
                                                                                                                 only by boat. The
                                                                                                               island is a popular
                                                                                                                    destination for                     FZ
                                                                                                            recreational boaters;                      0--4
                                                                                                                      however, the             CI\
                                                                                                                 ownership of this
                                                                                                               island is unknown.
               Haven Public Landing                                                  Whites Creek
               Route 682                                                 Owner: Mathews County














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                                The Route 600 site is
                                located on a bluff above
                                the Mattaponi River. The
                                embankment to the River
                                from the site is steep and
                                wooded with deciduous
                                vegetation. Access could                                     4                                        !z
                                be developed to the river
                                                                                                                     E@
                                using switchback trails and
                                                                                                                                                    TF
                                other means to prevent
                                erosion of a pedestrian
                                                                                                                                              QW,
                                trail. The view from Route
                                600 to the river is primarily
                                non-existant due to
                                proliferation of vegetation
                                on the steep slopes. An
                                exciting upland view to the
                                water would be possible
                                by managing this
                                vegetation to allow views.
                                The land area directly
                                adjacent to the roadway is
                                flat. This is a unique site
                                                                                                                                              00i"o,
                                                                                                                  q  lnarl,
                                which offers unusual
                                opportunities to view the
                                river from an upland              Route 600 Site                                                       Mattaponi River
                                setting.                           Route 600                  Owner: Privately Owned (Possible option to acquire)
















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                                                                                                         gravel road leads
                                                                                                   to the Judy Swamp site
                                                                                                  which consists of some 2
                                                                                                  acres of land in a remote
                                                                                                       area of King William
                                                                                                       County. The site is
                                                                                                  currently receiving some
                                                                                                        use by boaters and
                                                                                                fishermen. There is a hard
                                                                                                 packed dirt ramp for boats
                                                                                                  on the site and an ample
                                                                                                 arking area. This site has
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                                                          P@w
                                                                                                      no other amenities or
                                          IN                                                       improvements. The site
                                                                                                     appears to be located
                           IT W.                                                                      predominantly in the
                                                                                                   floodplain. Evidence of
                                                                                                  flooding remained on the
                                                                                                   trees from previous high
                                                                                                                     waters.







             Judy Swamp Site:                                              Pamunkey River
             Route 602                                         Owner: King William County






                                       This site is located in a
                                       prominent location and
                             0
                            U          already receives significant
                             Ej        use by boaters. The
                             Cz        property adjacent to the
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                                       Westpoint Landing site is
                                       owned by a Mrs. Tribble
                                                                                                                                              ---------- - -----
                                       who has leased the                                                                                 ...... .. ....
                                                                                                                                                 ..........

                                                                                                                                  ...........
                                       property to the Kiwanis for
                                       a park. The county would

                                                                                                                                                                                    ........ ...
                                                                                                                                                .:::::* .........
                                       like to have the park for
                                                                                                                                                      ... . .........
                                       further development. An
                                                                                                                                                     ...... . ...
                                       erosion prevention project
                                       has been completed along                                                                                                                       . .....
                                       the shoreline of this
                                                                                                                                                                                       A-r'.
                                       property. (The Westpoint
                                       Landing site is included in
                                       the Chesapeake Bay and
                                       Susquehanna River Public
                                       Access Guide)






                                                                                 Westpoint Landing                                                                  Pamunkey River
                PL4                                                               Route 33                                                          Owner: King William County






                                                                                                         Bray's Point projects
                                                                                                        into the river and provides
                                                                                                       beautiful panoramic views.
                                                                                                       There is an existing gravel
                                                                                                       parking area off the paved                     0
                                                                                                        access road at the end of                    U
                                                                                                              the cul de sac. The
                                                                                                                parking area could

                                                                              .......................
                                                                                                            accommodate up to 2                       :z
                                            ............
                                                              .............. . ......... ........
                                                                                                        trailers or 4 cars. A small                   0
                                         ............... .......       ......
                                                                            ................. ......... ..... .............
                                                      .............. I - 1. @ - - ': @:      .
                                                                                                           shell ramp exists at the
                                                                                 pq
                                .......... -.... .. . .. ..............     -.... ......
                                                                                  ..........
                                                                                                             end of the road. This
                                                                                          ........ ..
                                                                           00@04
                                                              'Ahns.
                                                                                                                   robably used by
                                                                                                        ramp is p
                                                                                                           cartop boats and small
                                                                                                            trailered boats. Some
                                                                                                                watermen use the
                                                                                                           adjacent area near the
                                                                                                        landing; however, this site
                                                                                                          does not appear to be a
                                                                                                                  docking area for
                                                                                                            w
                                                                                                              atermen. There is a
                                                                                                               trailer park (mostly
                                                                                                        unoccupied) and a couple
                                                                                                           of single family homes
                                                                                                          along Route 636 as you            0
              Bray's Point Landing                             Northwest Branch Severn River          approach the access point.
              Route 636                                                 Owner: VIDOT (1.27 ac)









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                                        Belvin's Landing is
                                        located in a shallow
                                        marshy area of Brown's
                                        Bay in the Guinea area of
                                        Gloucester. The access
                             0          road to the landing is
                                        gravel and sand. The area
                                                                                                                                                                    . .........
                                                                                                                                            ..........
                                        is somewhat removed from                                      ...............
                                        residential land uses.                                ......                                            . ......... . . . . . . . . ........ . .....
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                                        Although no residences or
                                                                                                     ...........                                    ...............                     . ........
                                                                                                                                                    . ............
                                                                                                                                      ............
                                                                                                                                                             ........... . . .....
                                                                                                                                                                                     ..........
                                                                                                                 ...................
                                        development currently                                                             . . ..... .              ............. ........ ..........
                                                                                                                  ...........                                            X.
                                                                                                                                                                                   ... ........ .
                                                                                                                                                                                       ............
                                                                                                                                                           ....... ..... .
                                                                                                                                                                                  .... .......
                                                                                                                                                                    .............
                                                                                                ............................                               ...................
                                        exist adjacent to the                                                                                ....... . ..           . . ..... .. ..
                                                                                                                                                                    .... . . . .... .-
                                                                                                                                              ......... .    ...... ........... ..... ..
                                                                                                                                                                     .......... . ... .. . .
                                                                                                                                                 . ........... . .
                                                                                                                                                                    ................
                                        landing, an adjacent                                                                                                                              ........
                                                                                                             ............

                                                                                                      ............. . ......;
                                                                                                                                             ........... .
                                        property owner is planning                                                                                                                       ............
                                        some development.            The
                                                                                           . . . .... . .......... .
                                                                                                      ..........
                                                                                                     ..........
                                        land has already been
                                        cleared and a couple of
                                        boats are docked at the
                                        adjacent property.
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                                                                                   Route 650                                                                             Owner: VIDOT
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                                                                                                                                          Monday Creek
                                                                                                                                     Landing is located in the
                                                                                                                                  Guinea area of Gloucester
                                                                                                                                  in a protected marshy area
                                                                                                                                    of Brown's Bay. It is used
                                                                                                                                       extensively by the local
                                                             so
                                                                                                                                        watermen. Trash had

                                                                                                                 ..............
                                                                                                              ........... 1,-
                                   ... ....                                     ......                    ......                       been dumped along the
                                                    mov,
                                                                                       ..........
                                                  1J.1
                                                                                     .. ..............                              access road to the site as
                                                                          . ....... . . . .                         ........
                                                                                        ...........
                                                                          . ..........
                                                . ...........
                                                                 .......              ..... .......                ....                well as at the landing at
                                                                                                    .................
                                                         ....... ....                                    .......
                                               . .........  ....... .
                                                                                            ..... .....
                                                                                                                                       the time of the site visit.
                                                                                                ..........
                                                                                    ... .........                     ...... .
                                                                                     ... ..............
                                                                                         .... . . .....
                                                                                           ......                                   The access road is gravel
                                   ....... .........
                                            -as-
                                                                                                   A     mor:
                                                                                                             .... ....... .... .
                                                                                                                                    and sand. It is cul de sac
                                                                                          .. ..............
                   ..............
                                                                                                      .......    ...              and can accommodate 2-3
                                                                                                                                  cars; however, turn around
                                                                                                                                                 space is limited.




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                  Monday Creek Landing                                                                     Brown's Bay
                  Route 640                                                                             Owner: VIDOT
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                ......                Fields Landing is a
                                      developed landing which is
                                      used extensively by local
                                      watermen. The access
                                      road is paved to the site
                           4-b        and parking exists in the
                                      large cul de sac area for                                                   .......
                                                                                                                     .............                 ............
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                                                                                                                                          ............ ...........................
                                                                                                                    ...........
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                           0          approximately 6 to 8 cars.                       ......                                                                                         ......
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                                                                                                                                                                   ....... ....
                                      Two large dumpsters, a
                                                                                                                                                             ... .... ............ .
                                                                                                                                                                               ..... .. ........... ...... ....
                                                                                                                                             . ...........-
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                           U          gravel boat ramp and a T-                                                                   ......................... - -
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                                                                                                                                   ..............
                                                                                                                                                ... .............
                                                                                                                              ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . .
                                                                                                                                                                              ........... ...
                                      shaped pier are located on
                                                                                                                                                            ...........
                           U          the site. Local watermen
                                      dock at the pier. A marina
                           0
                                      is currently being planned
                                      for development adjacent
                                      to the landing. This
                                      development could change
                                      the character of this site.






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                                                                                 Fields Landing                                                                  Timberneck Creek
                                                                                 Route 1301                                                                            Owner: VIDOT






                                                                                                     Warehouse Landing                           1. 2@1
                                                                                                     is a developed access site
                                                                                                            near the Gloucester
                                                                                                           Courthouse. It is the                 U
                                                                                                     second most used ramp in
                                                                                                          the county. The area
                                                                                                      around the site is a major                 U
                                                                                                     area for development and
                                                                                                             is referred to in the
                                                                                                    comprehensive plan as the
                                                                                                       Gloucester Village Area.
                                                                                                               A marina may be
                                                                                                    constructed at the property
                                                                                                     adjacent to the ramp. The
                                                                                                       site includes an existing
                                                                                                     pier, boat ramp which can
                                                                                                           accommodate larger
                                                                                                         boats, and dumpsters.
                                                                                                      (This site was included in
                                              -ism?MN
                                              @i;m q:
                                                                                                      the Chesapeake Bay and
                                                                                                    Susquehanna River Public
                                                                                                                 Access Guide)

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              Warehouse Landing:                                                   Ware River
              Route 621 /Warehouse Road                                          Owner: DGIF









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                                                                                                                                                                                                             The Williarris Landing
                                                                                                                                                                                                             site is a developed access
                                                                                                                                                                                                             site. VIDOT has recently
                                                                                                                                                >-b                                                          removed an old boathouse
                                                                                                                                                                                                             and extended the T-dock
                                                                                                                                                0                                                            at the site. This access
                                                                                                                                          U                                                                  site receives heavy use by
                                                                                                                                                                                                             watermen.




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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Williams Landing                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        York River
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Route 1303                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Owner: VDOT/Gloucester County





                                                                                                                     Route'653 is paved to
                                                                                                                     the house which is located
                                                                                                                  approximately 0.5 miles from
                                                                                                                     the water. This 0.5 mile of
                                                                                                                          roadway has a sandy
                                                                                                                     substrate and although it is
                                                                                                                     state maintained, it does not
                                                                                                                     provide access to the water.
                                       do                                                                            If access were developed at
                                     sp_                                                                         this site, the road would need
                                               40-
                                                                                                                     to be built up and a crusher
                                                                                                                  run gravel added for stability.
                                                                                                                     This site is owned by Hunt
                                                                                                                           Club, Inc. The site is                     ;:3
                                                                                                                        seemingly isolated and
                                                                                                                       surrounded by extensive
                                                                                                                     marsh communities. There                         a)
                                                                                                                     is an opportunity to develop
                                                                                                                           wildlife viewing area,-
                                                                                                                     boardwalks, a crabbing pier.
                                                                                                                                                                      0
                                                                                                                     and/or an educational kiosk.
                                                                                                                       It would be necessary to
                                                                                                                           make the area more
                                                                                                                     accessible to the public by
                                                                                                                         using signage from the
                                                                                                                           secondary roadway.
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               Route 653                                              Southwest Branch Severn River                                                                 0
               Guinea area of Gloucester                                   Owner: The Hunt Club, Inc.









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                                                                                      The Gloucester Beach
                                                                                      site is a popular access for
                                                                                      swimming, fishing, and
                                                             0
                                                           U                          picnicing. It is a very
                                                                                      developed site and
                                                                                      includes some 5 acres of
                                                                                      land with improvements for
                                                             ::j                      restroom and concession
                                                             0
                                                                                      facilities. (This site was
                                                                                      included in the
                                                                                      Chesapeake Ba
                                                                                      Susquehanna River Public
                                                                                      Access Guide)





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                                                                                                                                                                                       Gloucester Point Beach                                                                                                                                                                                     York River
                                                                                                                                                                                       Route 1208                                                                                                                                                Owner: Gloucester County






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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Fields Landing is a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        developed landing which is
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              used extensively by local
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     watermen. The access
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   road is paved to the site
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                U
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 and parking exists in the
                                                                                                                                   .........             .........                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                large cul de sac area for
                                                                                                  ........ .. . . .
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                                                                                                                                               .................                  .... . ..
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                                                                                                     .........
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          ............. .
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                                                                                                     .......                                                   . ..........                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  ravel boat ramp, and a T
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        -shaped pier are located on
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        dock at the pier. A marina
                                                                                                                                               .1,  .........
                                                                                               ......... .                                                                                                                                                                                                                                . ......
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           is currently being planned
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    . .... .                                                                                                                                                                for development adjacent
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                                                            Belvin's Landing                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Brown's Bay
                                                            Route 650                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Owner: VDOT


















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                              This site is very
                              difficult to locate. The
                              access leading to the site
                              is a old dirt roadway which
                              is overgrown and is not
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                              recognized from the road.
                              This access road would
                      0       need to be improved and
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                              value of this parcel for any
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                              along the shoreline. The                                                              M'
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                              to the water, cartop launch
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                                                              Jenkins Nock Landing                                                  York River
                                                               Route 646                                                        Owner: VDOT






                                                                                                                                  Tanyard Landing is a
                                                                                                                                  site which is owned by the
                                                                                                                                   Department of Game and
                                                                                                                                     Inland Fisheries (DGIF).
                                                                                                                                  The County of Gloucester
                                                                                                                                    has had discussions with
                                            . ........    ................... .......... ............. ......                                   DGIF regarding

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                                                                 . . . ........_....... ...............                                         ce of this site to
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                                                                                                                       ............ located on the Poropotank
                                                                     .. ......... .           .. . ...... .......        ......
                                                                                                             .......                River at the end of Route
                                                                                            ... ....                             617. The boat ramp which
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                                                                                                                                       is located on the site is
                                                                                                                                       short making launching
                                                       lz                                                                              difficult during low tide.
                                                                                                                                   The area surrounding the
                                                                                                                                              site is low density
                                                                                                                                     residential; however, no
                                                                                                                                       residences are located
                                                                                                                                    within the immediate site
                                                                                                                                       area. The water edges
                                                                                                .............
                                                                                           ..........
                                                                                                                                     are buffered with marsh
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                                                                                                                                           grasses making the
                                                                                                                                     shoreline appear stable.
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                                                                                                                                       area for approximately
                  Tanyard Landing                                                                  Poropotank River
                                                                                                                                                 5 to 6 vehicles.
                  Route 617                                                                              Owner: DGIF









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                                This site is already
                                developed with a gravel
                                ramp to the water and
                                gravel parking area. There
                                may be some potential to
                      Q)        develop a fishing pier at
                                this site. Residential uses
                                exist on either side of the
                                property. A 180 to 190
                      610       foot beach exists along the
                                York River.










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                                                                   End of Route 605                                                            York River
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                                                                                                                 The Mantapike site is
                                                                                                                   accessible from a gravel
                                                                                                                        road which is an old
                                                                                                                 logging road. The logging
                                                                                                                   bed is in good condition                       0
                                                                                                                  and is partially located in                    U
                                                                                                                   an 8-12 foot cut section.
                                                                                                                       This road would lead
                                                                                                                        directly to the water,
                                                                                                                     although it is presently
                                                                                                                        heavily wooded and
                                                                                                                  overgrown. This may be
                                                                                                                        a
                                                                                                                          n excellent site for
                               ....      ------                                                                       boating access to the
                                                                                                                      Mattaponi River. The
                                                                                                                    Department of Game &
                                                                                                                 Inland Fisheries should be
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                                                                                                                 notified of this site for their
                                                                                                                 record and possible future
                                                                                                                        development plans.





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               Mantapike Site                                                           Mattaponi River
               Route659                Owner: VDOT - Adjacent Landowner: Chesapeake Corp.



















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                            This site is surrounded
                            by residential development
                            on each side of its
                            boundaries. The adjacent
                            homes are very large and
                            have huge boat houses
                            and docks. There is a
                            small amount of marsh
                            grass and a sandy area at
                     :3     the waters edge. Little
                            opportunity exists for the
                    U       development of this site,
                     0      although a cartop launch
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                                                          Route 667 Site                                              Mattaponi River
                                                          Route 667                                          Owner: VDOT or County






                                                                                                   Route 602 is paved to
                                                                                                   the access area. The area
                                                                                                     surrounding the bridge is
                                                                                                    natural and swampy. The
                                                                                                            bridge site already
                                                                                                      functions as an informal
                                                                                                        canoe launch. Future
                                                                                                  development could expand
                                                                                                    the existing shoulder and
                                                                                                           off road parking by
                                                                                                       acquiring an easement
                                                                                                    with the adjacent property
                                                                                                                        owner.




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              End of Route 602                                                   Dragon Run
              Route 602                                                        Owner: VDOT









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                           The Route 603 bridge
                           is known as the New
                           Dragon Bridge. It provides
                           good example of what
                           VDOT should do at new
                           bridge locations. Off road
                           informal parking is
                           provided and a footpath
                           leads to the river for
                           fishermen. The parking
                           area has been expanded.
                           Some bankfishing may
                           also occur just upstream
                           along the river bank from
                           the bridge. The path to
                           the river is in good
                           condition, but could be
                           stabilized.








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                                                        Route 603                                                   Owner: VDOT











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                                                                                                                                   This site is developed
                                                                                                                                            and is marked as a
                                                                                                                                    Department of Game and
                                                                                                                                       Inland Fisheries (DGIF)
                                                                                                                                          Landing. The county
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                                                                                                                                  plans to construct a fishing
                                                                                                                                      and crabbing pier at the
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                                                                                                                                 site. A ramp already exists
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                                                                                                                                            shoreline has been
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                  Route 634                                                                              Owner: DGIF














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                                      Route 708 is located                       fact, the access site was                 beach area which could be
                                      off Route 707 which is                     being used for fishing                    used to launch a small
                                      directly accessible from                   during the site visit. There              cartop boat. In fact, a
                                      Route 33. The road to the                  is space available for one                small flat bottom boat was
                                      site is paved. Houses are                  or two cars at the end of                 tied at the site during the
                                      located across the road                    the roadway and a small                   site visit.
                                      from the river. The VDOT
                                      right-of-way runs for
                                      approximately 800 feet in
                                      front of the houses.
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                           0          Private docks are located
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                           0          on the VIDOT right-of-way
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                                      directly across from the
                                      houses. Access along the
                                      800 foot portion of the
                                      roadway is not available
                                      except on these docks
                                      because the shoreline is
                                                                                                                                                                                      ps
                                                                                                                                       .............
                                      eroding. DCR's Shoreline                                                                                      .......
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                                      Program evaluated the site
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                                      and has proposed an
                                                                                                                                                   .... .. . ....
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                                                                                                                                                               ...............
                                                                                                                                                                     .... . . .....
                                      erosion control plan which

                                                                                                                                                                                      .. .. . ...... .
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                                      should prevent the
                                                                                                                                                                                ..........
                                                                                                                                                         ..............
                                      continuation of erosion
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                                      roadway. The proposed
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                                      rip rap will not extend to
                                      the beach area. Public
                                      access is available at the                 Fairfield Bank Landing                                                            Piankatank River
                                      end of Route 708 and in                    Route 708                                               Owner: VIDOT or Middlesex County






                                                                                           The Stamper's
                                                                                           Landing site is located
                                                                                           adjacent to the Baptist
                                                                                           Boy's Camp - Royal
                                                                                           Ambassadors. The
                                                                                           access route is now a dirt                X
                                                                                           and gravel substrate which
                                                                                           VDOT plans to pave. The
                                                                                           road will be widened and
                                                                                           the cul de sac made larger
                                                                                           to provide additional
                                                                                           parking. The road
                                                                                           provides a beautiful
                                                                                           canopied approach to the
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             Stampers Landing                                          Piankatank River
             Route 630                               Owner: VIDOT or Middlesex County









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                   .. .........
                                          Three model sites were selected based on the
                                          inventory. Sites were chosen to illustrate the potential
                                          opportunities for encouraging similar activities at other
                                          small, publicly owned parcels.
              4-4                         After the selection of the three sites, steps were taken to
                                          formalize the selection and verity each site's potential for
                                          improvements necessary to encourage beach use and
                                          swimming, pier or bank fishing and natural area access.
                                          These steps include: approval by each of the counties'
                                          Board of Supervisors or the County Administrator, a
                                          preliminary evaluation by The Department of
                                          Conservation and Recreation's (DCR) Division of Natural
                                          Heritage, an evaluation by DCR's Division of Soil and
                                          Water Conservation's Shorelines Programs, Title
                  000                     Certification to verify public ownership, coordination with
                                          the Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Department,
                                          coordination with the Virginia Marine Resources
                           coo            Commission, a consistency determination/certification
                                          obtained from the Council on the Environment, and a
                                          review of the proposed site plans by the Department of
                                          Historic Resources.
                0                         An interagency field review was conducted to facilitate the
                                          involvement of the various agencies and to solicit ideas
                                          for site improvements and to identify sensitive
                                          environmental areas at each site location. A site
                                          description, location map, and photograph of each of the
                                          sites is included in this section of the report and in Figures
                           (U             111-1 through 111-6.
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                The beach at Hallieford Public Landing is currently                   dorsafis.). A survey of the beach for the tiger beetle should
                used predominantly by local citizens. The site is                     be conducted prior to beginning construction. Because
                undeveloped except for signage and a fence delineating                there are several tiger beetle feeder sites located in the
                the northwest property boundary along the beach. The                  vicinity of the Hallieford Public Landing, it is not
                beach has a sandy substrate and is approximately 220                  anticipated that improvements for beach use will impact
                feet in length and 15 to 20 feet wide during low tide. The            the population. However, to ensure the stability of the
                banks above the dune area are wooded and contain                      beetle population, it is important to establish a program of
                species of pine and hardwoods. A dirt ramp leads to the               management and protection for the nearby feeder sites. If
                beach from the cul de sac.                                            the tiger beetle is found on this beach, opportunities may
                                                                                      exist to protect populations located on the adjacent
                Based on a site visit, DCR's Division of Soil and Water               beaches by establishing easements with property owners.
                Conservation's Shoreline Programs evaluated the stability
                of the beach area and proposed recommendations for site                  Based on the interagency field review of the Hallieford
                management. The Shoreline Programs' November 26,                         Public Landing, the following comments and
                1992 report addressed to Mr. Frank Pleva is included in                  recommendations were made for site enhancement
                Appendix B. In summary, this report states that the                      and development:
                Hallieford Beach area has a historical erosion rate of less
                than 2.2 feet per year and that in fact, the beach may be                The wetlands should be delineated on this site prior to
                accreting. While the beach grasses appeared to be in                     construction and adjustments made in the field to
                good condition, the Shoreline Programs report                            avoid impacts.
                recommends semiannual fertilization and maintenance for
                the grasses which will increase plant vigor and growth. In               The beach grass vegetation should be managed on
                addition to this, all small trees and shrubs growing in the              the adjacent properties as well as on the access site
                beach grasses should be cut or trimmed to allow                          to maximize the protection the vegetation affords the
                additional sunlight to penetrate. The increased exposure                 site.
                to the sun will stimulate the growth of upland groundcover
                and beach grasses.                                                       Representatives from the County of Mathews
                                                                                         expressed concern regarding the location of a port-a-
                Based on a preliminary evaluation by DCR's Division of                   john on the site.
                Natural Heritage, no rare, threatened or endangered
                species or elements are currently known at the Hallieford                Natural screening may be required to buffer the
                Beach Landing. The photographs taken during a site visit                 adjacent property owners.
                were examined and the beach may have potential for the
                northeastern beach tiger beetle Cico(icela dorsalis                      An additional barrier could be placed at the southern
                                                                                         end of the beach.









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                      94               Picnicking facilities would be a desirable site amenity,
                                   The following coorespondence and data has also been
                                   requested or gathered for the Hallieford Public Landing:

                                       A consistency determination/certification was
                     .'.4              requested from the Council on the Environment. The
                     >                 letter of request and the findings from this review are
                                       included in Appendix D.

                                       An application for Categorical Exclusion and a letter
                                       from the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO)
                                       has been requested. The letter of request is included                         or
                                       in Appendix E.                                                                04 en
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                                       Based on interest expressed by the adjacent
                                       landowners, further coordination will take place prior to                     RrGL- I
                                                                                                                 case*
                                       finalizing the preliminary site plan for Hallieford Public
                                       Landing. Correspondence has been mailed to these
                                       parties to provide them with additional information on
                                       the grant project. It is anticipated that copies of the
                                       grant report will also be forwarded to these citizens.                                                    ou

                                       A Certificate of Title has been received certifying the                                                        LO
                                       Hallieford Public Landing is owned by the County of
                                       Mathews. This Certificate is included in Appendix F.



                                                                                                                        Hallieford Public Landing
                                                                                                                        Source: Robert C. Buckley, Jr.
              ;3                                                                                                           Land Surveying Services









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                                                                                                                  Hallieford Public
                                                                                                            Landing which is located in
                                                                                                                Mathews County on the
                                                                                                                Piankatank River at the
                                                                                                             end of Route 632 is in the
                                                                                                                 northern portion of the
                                                                                                              county. The county map
                                . . .... ....                                                                   reference for this site is
                          .......... . .. .                                                                           5(A) 86A and it is
                                                                                                             approximately 0.68 acres.

                                                           ......... .
                                                                                                              Hallieford Public Landing
                                                                                                                has been selected as a
                                                                                                                  model site to provide
                                                                                                                  beach and swimming
                                                                                                                                  access.










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                                     Peary Public Landing is surrounded by the marshes of                    invasion and eradication of phragmites is necessary. A
                                     Horn Harbor and is located in an area with low density                  habitat evaluation is also recommended for the Peary
                                     residential land use. While the site currently has no site              Public Landing prior to the design of interpretive signage
                                     improvements, there may have been a pier or walkway                     for this site.
                                     located on the site at one time. Remnants of an old
                                     structure remain along the southern shoreline. A marshy                 Based on the interagency field review of the Peary Public
                                     spit extends approximately 250 feet into the Horn Harbor.               Landing, the following comments and recommendations
                                     The spit is connected to the mainland at the end of the cul             were made for site enhancement and development:
                                     de sac which provides access to the 0.84 acre site. The
                                     marsh grasses and wetlands surround the entire cul de                       The wetlands and marsh fringes should be delineated
                                                                                                                 and marked on the site using flagging priorto construction
                                     sac. There was some evidence of disturbance of these
                                     grasses in the vicinity of the old pier.                                    so that adjustments may be made to avoid impacts.

                                     The erosion rate and stability of the Peary Public Landing                  The marsh grasses should be fertilized and re      planted
                                     was evaluated after a site visit by DCR's Division of Soil                  in areas which have sparse vegetation or in areas void
                                     and Water Conservation's Shoreline Programs. Their                          of vegetation.
                                     November 26,1991 report addressed to Mr. Pleva is
                                     included in Appendix G. This report states that the                         An adopt-a-site program may be appropriate for the
                                     historical erosion rate of the area is less than 1 foot per                 County to establish to assist with the management
                                     year. The erosion of this site is caused by tidal action and                and maintenance of this site.
                                     wave climate. Semiannual fertilization oi the marsh
                                     grasses is recommmended to increase plant vigor and                         An observation deck or structure for the marsh spit
                                     growth. Where the marsh grass is sparse or absent,                          should be placed in the water adjacent to the spit to
                                     cordgrass and saltmeadow hay should be planted to                           maximize the spit habitat by eliminating the effects of
                                     establish a marsh fringe.                                                   shading.

                                     A preliminary review of the Peary Public Landing                            Since this site is in a more remote location, it may not
                                     indicated the area as valuable habitat for various species                  be advisable to place a trash can on the site. Visitors
                                     and a suitable location for a natural area education and                    could be encouraged to take their trash with them.
                                     observation. This site may have potential for the seaside
                                     sparrow, sharp-tailed sparrow, short-eared owl, northern                    Historically, Horn Harbor has not been a body of water
                                     harrier and black rails. There is no evidence on the site of                which freezes in the winter. This minimizes the
                                     phragmites invasion. However, since construction will be                    potential for winter damage to structures placed in the
                                     proposed in the area, a 5 year surveillance for the                         water.



















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                  An osprey pole or platform could enhance viewing
                  opportunities for this species.

                  Bare areas in the marsh fringe which are a result of
                  foot traff ic near the cartop boat landing should be
                  revegetated. The use of walkways, fences, or using
                  bollards may better protect the fringe marshes.

                  Projected use levels for these type of site
                  improvements which encourage natural area
                  observation are not known as there are no similarly                        COOS
                  developed areas in Virginia.

               The following correspondence and data has also been                                                     14 @Vic
               requested or gathered for Peary Public Landing:

                  A consistency determination /certification was
                  requested from the Council on the Environment. The                SUSAm
                  letter of request and the findings from this review are
                  included in Appendix D.
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                  An application for Categorical Exclusion and a letter
                  from the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO)                                $RAO
                  has been requested. The letter of request is included                                        Nr
                  in Appendix E.
                  A Certificate of Title has been received certifying the                           sat,
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                  Peary Public Landing is owned by the County of
                  Mathews. This Certificate is included in Appendix F.
                                                                                                 Peary Public Landing
                                                                                               Source: Robert C. Buckley, Jr.
                                                                                                  Land Surveying Services









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             ....... .. .
                 ...        Peary Public Landing
                            is located in Mathews
                            County at the end of Route
                            698'on Horn Harbor. The
                            county map reference is
                            40(A) 88 and the site is
                            approximately 0.84 acres.
                            Peary Public Landing's
                 0          relationship to the marshes
                 0          surrounding Horn Harbor
                            make it a desirable natural
                            area observation and
                            education access site.






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                 Bray's Point Landing is an undeveloped site with the                            The marsh grass vegetation should be managed and
                 exception of a shell ramp which is used to launch small                         replanted to maximize the protection of the site from
                 boats into the Northwest Branch Severn River. There are a                       erosion.
                 few scattered trees, including a persimmon tree and other
                 sparse, shrublike vegetation on the site. Most of the site's                    The tides fluctuate as much as 5.8 feet in this area.
                 vegetation is wetland and marsh grass. The site is located in
                 a central part of the county, near the concentrations of                        This may be a good site to implement an adopt-a-site
                 Gloucester's populus. A residence and a trailer park are                        program which encourages citizen involvement and
                 located adjacent to the site.                                                   assists with site management and maintenance.

                 The historical erosion rate and stability of the Bray's Point                   This area appears to be a good recreational fishing area
                 Landing shoreline was evaluated in the November 26, 1992                        and the County has expressed interest in having a fishing
                 letter from DCR's Division of Soil and Water Conservation's                     pier constructed at this location.
                 Shoreline Programs to Carol Steele. This letter is included
                 as Appendix H. The report states that the historical erosion                While the Bray's Point Landing was selected and evaluated
                 rate for this area averages less than 1 foot per year. The                  for its suitability to provide fishing access to the Northwest
                 erosion is a result of wave climate and tidal action.                       Branch Severn River, a topographic and boundary survey
                 Semiannual fertilization of the marsh grasses located on the                was not conducted for the site and the site design was not
                 site is recommended. In all areas of the she where the                      completed. In late November of 1991 it became evident that
                 marsh grasses are sparse or absent, a marsh fringe using                    a Certificate of Title could not be obtained for this site within
                 smooth cordgrass and saltmeadow hay should be                               the study timeframe. Based on research conducted by the
                 established.                                                                Gloucester County Attorney it was determined that more
                                                                                             extensive research and possibly public involvement would
                 Based on an evaluation of the Division of Natural Heritage's                be required to obtain this certificate. It is believed the
                 records and a she visit, no rare threatened or endangered                   Department of Transportation acquired the landing sometime
                 species are believed to inhabit the area.                                   during the 1940's when Route 636 was constructed to the
                                                                                             river. Verification of the title was beyond the scope of this
                 As a result of the interagency field review of Bray's Point and             grant and the selection of another site was prohibitive within
                 input from Gloucester County Parks and Recreation staff,                    the grant timeframe. It is recommended that the Department
                 the following recommendations and comments have been                        of Conservation and Recreation and the County of
                 made pertaining to site enhancement and development:                        Gloucester pursue an additional CZRMP grant to complete
                                                                                             the planning work and certify ownership of Bray's Point
                     The wetlands should be delineated on this site prior to                 Landing. An estimated $6,000.00 would be required to
                     construction and flagged in the field so adjustments can                complete the planning and title certification for Bray's Point
                     be made which avoid wetlands impacts.                                   Landing.






















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                                               County Map Reference: Not Mapped
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           IV-
                                     Purpose of Land Surveys, Site Designs and Cost Estimates
                                     Acertified land surveyor was contracted to conduct a
                                     topographic survey for use in developing site designs for the
                                     selected landings. Both the Peary Public Landing (0.84 acre)
                                     and the Hallieford Public Landing (0.68 acre) were surveyed
                                     for $1,995.00. A copy of the scope of services and
                                     scheduled which accompanied the contract is included as
                                     Appendix 1.

                                     Based on the land surveys, field review and comments from
                                     other agencies, the site designs for the Peary Public Landing
                                     and Hallieford Public Landing have been prepared as
                                     preliminary plans. The plans shown in this report are
                  +-j                preliminary because further coordination is planned with the
                                     County of Mathews prior to finalizing the plans and
                                     construction documents. It is not anticipated that the type of
                                     use or type of facilities planned at each of these sites will
                 U                   significantly change as a result of further review. However,
                                     the inclusion of certain facilities or change in location for
                                     specific facilities such as a port-a-john, buffer areas or
                                     fencing may occur as a result of further review.

                                     The cost estimates have been developed to provide a basis
                                     for acquisition of CZRMP 306A grant funds for construction.
                                     The construction documents have not been completed or
                                     included in this report; therefore, the costs are not based on
                                     bids relevant to construction documents. It is anticipated that
                                     the cost estimates included in this section will allow for the
                                     improvements discussed for Hallieford Public Landing and
                                     Peary Public Landing.



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                 Design Description
                 The site amenities at Hallieford Public Landing have                       A covered picnic shelter is connected to the raised walkway.
                 been planned to enhance the use of the beach as a                          This shelter will be open on all sides, have a hip or shed root
                 recreational amenity to the community. While additional                    and have a wood rail surrounding it on 3 sides. An
                 signing may increase visitor attendance at this site, facilities           alternative to the raised picnic shelter would be a shelter
                 planned at this site should not significantly after the level of           located directly off of the raised walkway on a concrete pad
                 use. The preliminary plan accommodates full use of the site                or on compacted sand and gravel. Picnic tables will be
                 by persons with disabilities as required by the American                   designed to be handicap accessible.
                 Disabilities Act (ADA).                                                    A three-sided wood screen for a handicap accessible port-a-
                 The facilities planned for the Hallieford Public Landing                   john may be located off the raised walkway or directly
                 include 5 parking spaces which are located outside the                     adjacent to the handicap accessible parking spaces. The
                 required turning radius for the cui de sac. These parking                  port-a-john should be placed on a concrete pad and the
                 spaces will have compacted gravel surface with timber                      surrounding screen constructed of wood.
                 edgers to contain the gravel. Three of the parking spaces will
                 be designated as handicap accessible with less than a 2%                   A trash receptacle has been placed adjacent to the walkway
                 cross grade. One of the three parking spaces is located                    and in a convenient location for removal near the end of the
                 adjacent to the compacted sand and shell path leading to the               cul de sac. Another trash receptacle is located placed
                 raised walkway. Two other parallel parking spaces are                      adjacent to the walkway and picnic shelter. Each trash
                 planned along the southern limits of the she. Some grading                 receptacle should be designed and built into the deck. It is
                 of the site will be required to construct the parking spaces.              recommended that the inserts which hold the trash have a
                 Grading should be minimized by verifying the final location of             top to minmize the intrusion of animals.
                 the parking spaces in the field prior to construction.
                                                                                            Two identification signs are planned. One directional
                 The raised walkway has been placed on the ramp area                        identification sign should be located at the intersection of
                 which has previously been used by vehicles to access the                   Route 198 and Route 626. Another sign is planned to
                 beach. Vehicular access to the beach should be prohibited;                 identify the access area and state and rules or regulation
                 therefore, 4 wood bollards have been spaced 5 feet apart to                relevant to use of the site. Signage placed at the she will
                 prevent vehicles from driving onto the raised walkway. The                 meet ADA standards.
                 raised wood walkway is approximately 60 feet in length and
                 will be constructed on a maximum 5% slope to the beach.                    The disturbance of the she during construction should be
                 The foot wide walkway is planned to extend to the sandy                    minimized. The limits of construction should be clearly
                 area which is some 15 feet from approximate mean high                      marked prior to beginning construction. Measures to
                 water. Wood hand rails will be paced on both sides of the                  minimize erosion and sedimentation should be taken during
                 walkway for its entire length. Skid resistant strips may be                and after construction. All disturbed areas should be
                 added to the walkway to ensure the walkway is safe for the                 revegetated. Recommendations made by the Shoreline
                 maximum number of users, especially during wet weather.                    Programs (Appendix B) should be implemented to enhance
                                                                                            and stabilize the site.





                                                                                                                     Alternate location for port-a-john pad & screen
                                                                                                                     Sand & crushed shell path (compacted)
          IV:                                                                                                        Port-a-john and screen
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                                                                                                                     Covered picnic shelter attached to walkway,
                  .........                                                                                          alternate shelter may not be covered.
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                                 3-parking spaces -
                                       (all handicap                                                                                         Beach
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                Item                                                              Quantity                         Cost


                Raised Walk to Beach with Railings                                430 s.f.                        $4,800

                Screen for Port-A-John                                            25 H.                              600

                Picnic Shelter                                                    192 s.f.                         5,760

                Trash Receptacles (32 gallon)                                     (2)                                800

                Parking Spaces - compacted gravel
                       edged with wood timbers                                    (5) 1000 s.f                     2,000

                Landscaping/Reseeding                                                                              1,000

                Bollards                                                          (4)                                120
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                Sand & Shell Path                                                 30 U.                              150                                V-4

                Signage
                       Directional to site and at the site                        (2)                             $1,000

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                                        Design Description
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                                        S Re improvements at Peary Public Landing have been                          the site for the invasion of phragmites- In this way the
                                        planned to enhance the use of Horn Harbor for natural area                   citizens visiting the site may help to nonitor the site.
                                        observation and education related to the marsh environment.
                                        With increased signage and perhaps notification of the                       A low vegetated screen using native plant materials is
                                        educational community with the Couinty of Mathews,                           planned between the parking and the informal picnic area.
                                        visitation to this area could increase signif icantly. Although              The two picnic tables which be will be mounted into the
                                        the site is remote and the planned amenities will encourage                  ground are located off the compacted shell and gravel path.
                                        passive recreational and educational use, the increased                      A trash receptacle which is also mounted into the ground
                                        traff 1c: on the site should not significantly impact the                    may be placed in this vicinity. These site furnishings will be
                                        environment or the adjacent properties. The planned                          handicap accessible.
                                        facilities will be accessible to persons with disabilities as
                                        required bye the American Disabilities Act (ADA).                            Twelve wood bollards placed approxinnately 5 feet on center
                                                                                                                     extend from the shell and sand path around the periphery of
                                        Because Peary Public Landing is predominantly an                             the cut de sac to prevent vehicles from driving on the marsh
                                        emergent wetland, the radius of the cut de sac has not been                  grass. While these bollards will prohibit large boats from
                   bJU                  increased. The existing turning radius is approximately 28                   pulling onto the site from the water or f rom launching,
                   P-0                  feet. Four 60 degree angle parking spaces are planned off                    smaller boats will be able to continue to use the Peary Public
                   rEM4                 the northernmost portion of the cul cle sac. One of the                      Landing. The marsh grasses should be rejuvenated in this
                  "CI                   parking spaces is designated handicapped accessible                          area as described by the Shoreline Programs letter in
                   $:@                  because it is 13 feet wide and is located adjacent to the                    Appendix G.
                                        compacted sand and shell path. All of the parking spaces will
                                        have a compacted gravel surface and each space will have                     A raised observation walkway which is approximately 240
                                        a wood curb stop which is tied into the ground using a rebar.                feet in length is planned on the north side of the marsh spit.
                                        No grading is anticipated to construct the parking as shown                  This observation structure is located in this area to prevent
                                        on Figure IV-1.                                                              shading and destruction of the marsh habitat on the spit. The
                                                                                                                     water depth in the area of the walkway ranges from
                                        Informational signage or an educational kiosk is located                     approximately 6 inches to 2 feet. The bottom of the raised
                                        immediately adjacent to the parking. The information                         walkway should be constructed approximately 2 feet above
                                        displayed on this kiosk should be coordinated with the                       mean high water. The walkway is 8 feet wide and hand rails
                                        Department of Conservation and Recreation's (DCR)                            will be placed for its entire length. Two informal benches are
                                        Division of Natural Heritage (DNH). All signage will meet                    designed as part of the walkway/deck structure. These
                                        ADA requirements. A site survey for species using the area                   benches will meet ADA standards. The end of the walkway
                                        should be completed prior to the design educational                          is widened to accommodate more persons and provide a
                                        materials. Information should include the management of                      comfortable area for extended use by a small groups. The




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                 walkway is planned to bridge the fringe marsh located along
                 the shoreline. The exact placement of the structure and
                 length should be determined in the field prior to construction.
                 There is no difference in grade along the entire length of this
                 walkway making it entirely accessible to persons with
                 disabilities.


                 An osprey pole or platform is planned to be placed in the
                 water within good viewing of the observation walkway. The
                 DCR's DNH and the Virginia Marine Resources Commission
                 (VMRC) should be consulted regarding the exact location of
                 the osprey platform. It is anticipated that the location of the
                 plaff orm will be finalized with the contractor in the field.

                 Three identification signs are planned to direct users to
                 Peary Public Landing. Two signs should function as
                 directional and should be located at the intersection of Route
                 14 and Route 608 and at the intersection of Route 608 and
                 Route 698. Another sign may be placed at the site for
                 identification and to post rules and regulations. All signage
                 will meet ADA standards.


                 The disturbance of the she during construction should be
                 minimized. The limits of construction should be clearly
                 marked prior to beginning construction. Measures to
                 minimize erosion and sedimentation should be taken during
                 and after construction.








                                                                                 Existing gravel access road
                                                                                 4-Parking spaces (1 Handicap i
                                                                                 Vegetative Buffer
                           *Areas for marsh                                      2-Picnic tables (permanently m
                           grass revegetation will
                           be marked in the field                                Raised walkway with rails
                           prior to construction.                                   Benches built into walkway


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                                                                               Remains of old dock & submerg(
                                       Lower edge of
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                                       Upper edge of                           12-Wood bollards
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                                                                                                                                                     IV
               Item                                                                 Quantity                        Cost


               Picnic Tables                                                        (2)                             $1000

               Sand & Shell Path                                                    780 s.f./90 U.                    450

                Kiosk                                                               (1)                             5,000

               Observation Deck over water                                          270 s.f.                        2,700

               Osprey Pole                                                          (1)                               200

               Reseeded Marsh                                                       1200 s.f.

               Wood Bollards                                                        (12)                              360

               Gravel Parking Area                                                  900 S.f.                        1,600

               Landscape Plants                                                     (4-6)                             200

               "Removal of old Dock and submerged debris                            1200 s.f. (80'dock)             2,000

               Identification Signage                                               (3)                             1,000
                                                                                                                                                           0
               Trashcan with Lid (32 gallon)                                                                          400                                  4;@
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               TOTAL                                                                                              $15,210                                  cd
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                              **R&W Construction, Inc., Marine & Excavating Contractor; Mathews, VA                                                        U









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                               The following recommendations are made for                      stating no significant impact from the State Historic
                               each of the three sites selected for this pilot study.          Preservation Officer (SHPO).
                               The recommendations reflect a list of future
                               actions for the final development, implementation               The plans included in this grant report should be
                               and construction of the site plans.                             reviewed by the County of Mathews and the
                                                                                               adjacent property owners prior to the development
                               Hallieford PUblic Lgnding                                       of details and construction documents.
                               The Board on Conservation and Development of                    A survey of the beach for tiger beetle should be
                               Public Beaches should be contacted regarding                    conducted during the summer of 1992 or prior to
                               matching grant funds which may apply to the                     the construction of site enhancements.
                               improvements recommended at Hallieford Public
                               Landing. The address follows:                                   Wetlands should be delineated on this site prior to
                                                                                               construction and siting adjustments made in the
                               Board on Conservation and Development of                        field to avoid potential impacts.
                                      Public Beaches
                               Shoreline Programs Office                                       Grant funds should be pursued to implement the
                               P.O. Box 1024                                                   recommended and agreed upon improvements for
                               Gloucester Point, Virginia 23062                                this site so that it will function as a model site for
                                                                                               other localities interested in improving public
                               A cooperative agreement is recommended                          access to the Bay.
                               between the Department of Conservation and
                               Recreation and the County of Mathews upon the                   Peary Public Laading
                               receipt of any grant funds to be used for
                               construction. A sample agreement is included in                 A cooperative agreement is recommended
                               Appendix J.                                                     between the Department of Conservation and
                                                                                               Recreation and the County of Mathews upon the
                               The Department of Historic Resources should be                  receipt of any grant funds to be used for
                               contacted by the Department of Conservation and                 construction. A sample agreement is included in
                               Recreation to follow up on the request of a letter              Appendix J.









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               The Department of Historic Resources should be                  Brgy's Point'Landing
               contacted by the Department of Conservation and
               Recreation to follow up on the request of a letter              A CZRMP 306 Grant should be pursued to assist
               stating no significant impact from the State Historic           with the required costs for certifying the title and
               Preservation Officer (SHPO).                                    completing the planning work for this site. A
                                                                               fishing pier planned at this location will complete
               A survey of the area to identify species and                    the pilot study intent to show a full range of uses
               components of interest for natural area                         possible on small publicly owned sites.
               interpretation should be conducted during the
               summer of 1992 or prior to the design of
               educational signage.

               A program to monitor for the invasion of
               phragmites should be instituted after construction
               is complete.                                                                                                                          C)

               The wetlands should be delineated on this site
               prior to construction and siting adjustments made
               in the field to avoid potential impacts.

               The plans included in this grant report should be
               reviewed by the County of Mathews prior to the
               development of details and construction
               documents.


               Grant funds should be pursued to implement the
               recommended and agreed upon improvements for
               this site so that it will function as a model site for
               other localities interested in improving public                                                                                         00
               access to the Bay.



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       Appendix A
       Contact Names and Addresses








                               A P P E N D I X             A




                                 CONTACT NAMES & ADDRESSES




             CHESAPEAKE BAY LOCAL ASSISTANCE DEPT
               Brian Wagner, Senior Environmental Planner         (804) 371-0608
               Duke Whedbee, Wetlands Engineer                          371-6222
               8th Street Ofc Bldg
               805 East Broad St, Suite 701
               Richmond VA 23219



             COUNCIL ON THE ENVIRONMENT
               Laura Lower, Coastal Grants Coordinator            (804) 786-4500
               Ellie Irons, Environmental Program Planner           to      11
               9th Street Ofc Bldg, 9th fl                        FAX # 371-7604
               202 North 9th Street, Suite 900
               Capitol Square
               Richmond VA 23219



             DEPT OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION
               John Davy, Planning Bureau Manager                 (804) 786-1119
               Derral Jones, Environmental Prog Manager             It  786-9042
               Janit Potter, Environmental Prog Planner             It  371-7437
               Lee Hill or Joe Baumer, SEAS Program
               Kenn Clark, Div of Natural Heritage
               Leon App, Administrative Executive


             DEPT-OF GAME & INLAND FISHERIES
               Phil Lownes, Lands & Engrng Division               (804) 367-1253
               4010 West Broad Street                             FAX # 367-9147
               Richmond VA 23230



             ESSEX COUNTY PARKS & REC
               R Gary Allen                                       (804) 443-4190
               PO Box 4079
               Tappahannock VA 22560


             GLOUCESTER COUNTY PARKS & REC
               Carol Steele                                       (804) 693-2355
               Post Ofc Box 157
               Gloucester VA 23061



             KING & QUEEN COUNTY PARKS & REC
               Charles M Culley                                   (804) 785-4500
               Planning Director
               King & Queen Courthouse VA 23085


             KING WILLIAM COUNTY PARKS & REC
               Dennis W Carney, Planning Director                       769-4933
               Tim Smith, Parks & Rec Director                          769-4928
               State Route 619
               Post Ofc Box 215
               King William VA 23086
                                                                    P02700/PRR/JP








                                A P P E N D I X             A




                                  CONTACT NAMES & ADDRESSES




             MATHEWS COUNTY PARKS & REC
               John Christoper, Administrator                     (804) 725-7171
               Frank Pleva, Planning Director                     (804) 725-7172
               PST (Ted) Costin                                   (804) 725-4034
               Post Ofc Box 839
               Mathews VA 23109



             MIDDLE PENINSULA PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION
               Jim Uzel                                           (804) 758-2312
               Environmental Programs Coordinator
               Post Ofc Box 286
               Saluda VA 23149



             MIDDLESEX COUNTY PARKS & REC
               Norm Risavi, County Administrator                  (804) 758-4330
               Paul Peckens, County Planner                         it   758-3382
               Post Ofc Box 428
               Saluda VA 23149



             VA DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
               Dan Wagner, Resident Engineer                      (804) 758-2321
               Post Ofc Box 184
               Saluda VA 23149



             VA MARINE RESOURCES COMMISSION
               David Knowles, Environmental Engineer              (804) 247-2200
               2600 Washington Avenue
               Post Ofc Box 756
               Newport News VA 23607-0756
























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   Appendix B
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   Shoreline Programs Report: Hallieford Public Landing,
   Mathews County








          Board on Conservation                                                           Shoreline Erosion
          and Development of Public Beaches                                                Advisory Service
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                                COMA40NMALTH of VIRGINIA

                            DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION
                                     DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
                                                 Shoreline Programs
                                                   R 0. Box 1024
                                             Gloucester Point, Virginia 23062
                                                   (804) 642-7121


                                               November 26, 1991




               Mr. Frank A. Pleva
               County Administrator
               Mathews County
               P.O. Box 839
               Mathews, Virginia 23109

               RE: SPS #92220


               Dear Mr. Pleva:


               On November 20,  1 met with you and the other field reviewers at Hallieford
               Landing on the Piankatank River in Mathews County. The site visit was in
               conjunction with the Public Access Implementation Pilot Study.

               The publication entitled Shoreline Situation Report: Mathews County, Virginia
               reports the historical erosion rate for this area averages 2.2 feet per year.
               However, this erosion rate is averaged over the entirety of Godfrey Bay from
               Iron Point to Burton Point. The rate is more applicable to the exposed reaches
               near the two points. In the more protected areas near the landing, the erosion
               rate appears to be significantly less. Based on the site visit, it appears the
               beach may be accreting. The following recoffinendat ions are made as a result of
               the site visit and subsequent analysis of the problem:

                      1.    The beach grasses growing on the shore trap windblown sand, bind
                            the soil with their roots and dissipate wave energy during high
                            water events. We recommend you begin a semiannual fertilization
                            and maintenance program for the grasses. The program should in-
                            crease plant vigor and promote growth.

                            To fertilize the beach grasses, broadcast a commercial fertilizer
                            (10-10-10) at low tide. The fertilizer should be applied at the
                            rate of 5 pounds per 1000 square feet at the beginning of May and
                            middle of August. Tidal debris should be periodically removed to
                            prevent smothering of the grasses.



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                Mr. Frank A. Pleva
                Page 2
                November 26, 1991


                      2.    All small trees and shrubs growing on the in the beach grasses
                             should be cut or trimmed. The additional sunlight exposure should
                             stimulate growth of the upland ground cover and beach grasses.

                The above recommendations are made in my capacity as an advisory agent in
                shoreline erosion control matters. The suggestions should not be considered
               ,as binding you to any particular course of action as they are intended to
                indicate what we think would be the best solution in terms of cost and effec-
                tiveness.  Our examination of the site or this report does not constitute
                permission by the Commonwealth, or its agencies, to proceed with implementa-
                tion of control measures.   Permits from State and Federal agencies are gener-
                ally required for shoreline modification.

                You should also be aware that success in shoreline erosion control cannot be
                guaranteed as there are many variables involved. In this regard, we suggest
                care in selecting a contractor. Our comments concerning construction are
                intended as guidelines developed from our experience in viewing structures
                which have been successful or have failed.


                If you decide to construct a control measure, an assessment of the impacts of
                the project on the environment will be given by the regulatory agencies. Our
                advice is given with the idea of reducing environmental impacts associated
                with our recommendations. Although this-has-been considered in our recommen-
                dations, the permit reviewing agencies may desire additional information or
                measures.


                Services available through this office include:    review of the permit applica-
                tion; review of design and construction plans; and inspection of structures
                under construction when plans have been reviewed by this office. We recommend
                that a copy of this report be attached to the permit application.

                If we may be of further assistance or if you have any questions, please let me
                know.


                                                Sincerely,




                                               Joseph C. Baumer
                                                Shoreline Engineer


                cc:-*"John Davy

























        Appendix C
        Site Review Agenda and Attendees




















                                               AGMMA
                             Public Access Implementation Pilot Study
                              Coastal Zone Management Program Grant
                            Field Review: Wednesday November 20, 1991


                .7:45 AM               Meet in front of the Zinke Building          203
                                       Governor Street: A blue state mini-van
                                       should be parked in front of the building.

                9:30 AM                Arrive - Mathews County Courthouse
                                       *  Mr. Frank Pleva, County Administrator and
                                          Mr. John Christopher, Director of Parks
                                          and Recreation will join the field
                                          review.

                                       *  John  Davy, DPPR Planning Bureau Manager
                                          will  give a brief introduction of the
                                          pilot study and its relation to the
                                          Chesapeake Bay Agreement.

                10:00 - 10:45 AM       Peary Point Field Review

                10:45 - 11:15 AM       Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve
                                       Review a potential area for increased access
                                       in this area - Kenn Clark, Division of
                                       Natural Heritage.

                11:15 - 12:00 PM       Hallieford Landing Field Review

                1:00 - 2:00 PM         Lunch (separate tickets) at the Blue Fin
                                       Restaurant on Business Route 17:
                                       Gloucester. Carol Steel, Director of Parks
                                       and Recreation for Gloucester County will
                                       join the field review.

                2:00 -3:00 PM          Bray's Point Landing Field Review

                4:15 PM                Arrive in Richmond



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                   LIST OF INDIVIDUALS PLANNING TO ATTEND THE FIELD REVIEW



              Delpartment of Conservation and Recreation
              John Davy, Planning Bureau Manager
              Derral Jones, Environmental Program Manager
              Janit Potter, Environmental Program Planner
              Joe Baumer,SEAS Program
              Kenn Clark, Division of Natural Heritage
              Leon App, Administrative Assistant

              County of Mathews
              Frank Pleva, County Administrator
              John Christopher, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              County of Gloucester
              Carol Steele, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              Council on the Environment
              Laura Lower, Coastal Grants Coordinator
              Ellie Irons, Environmental Program Planner (Not'Confirmed)

              Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Department
              Brian Wagner, Senior Environmental Planner
              Duke Whedbee, Wetlands Engineer

              Virginia marine Resources Commission
              .David Knowles, Environmental Engineer
              (Will review Bray's Point Landing only)

              Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission
              Jim Uzel, Environmental Programs Coordinator

              Department of Game & Inland Fisheries
              Phil Lownes, Lands & Engineering Division
              (Will review sites at a separate time)

























       Appendix D
       Federal Consistency Reveiw Form










                                                                     ADMINISTRATION
                                                                     NATURAL AREAS CONSERVATION
                                                                     PLANNING AND RECREATION RESOURCES
                                                                     SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
                                                                     STATE PARKS




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                            COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

                            DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

                                 DIVISION OF PLANNING AND RECREATION RESOURCES

                                            Art Buehler, Director

                                          203 Governor Street, Suite 326
                        TDD (804) 786-2121 Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804) 786-2556 FAX: (804) 786-6141




                                        M E M 0 R A N D U M




               DATE:    February 18, 1992

               TO:      Charlie Ellis, Council on the Environment

               FROM:    Janit L. Potter

               SUBJECT: Environmental Review and Application for categorical
                        Exclusion for CZM Grant Public Access Implementation
                        Projects at Peary Public Landing and Hallieford Public
                        Landing in Mathews County

               Please review the submitted projects for potential environmental
               impacts and issue a statement of no effect or concurrence with
               the application for categorical exclusion by March l5f 1992.

               The Public Access Implementation Pilot Study is a project which
               explores opportunities and procedures for enhancing the use of
               small publicly owned parcels of waterfront for access. This
               project is being funded by a Coastal Zone Management Program
               (CZRMP) grant from the Council on the Environment. The project
               is a two-phased pilot study which involves (1) inventory, site
               planning, environmental assessments and cost estimates for site
               improvements, and (2) construction and development.           Both the
               planning and construction phases of this pilot study will serve
               as prototypes for the development of similar small parcels of
               publicly-owned water access areas. The existing CZRMP grant
               funds phase 1 of the pilot study.

               During the current grant year, DPPR has conducted an inventory of
               the existing small shoreline parcels located in the Middle
               Peninsula. Based on this inventory, two model sites have been
               selected to be enhanced as public recreation areas. The two
               sites will be developed as (1) beach and swimming access, (2)
               and a natural area. A description of each of the selected sites
               and maps of each of the sites are enclosed. An interagency field
               review took place on Wednesday, November 20th. At that time,
               issues relating to potential use of the sites and environmental
               considerations for the enhancement of each site were discussed.
               Representatives from Mathews County and Gloucester County
               attended the site review to express the counties desires for the
               development of each of these access sites.















                 LIST OF INDIVIDUALS IN ATTENDANCE AT THE NOVEMBER 20, 1991
                                         FIELD REVIEW




              Department of Conservation and Recreation
              John Davy, Planning Bureau Manager
              Derral Jones, Environmental Program Manager
              Janit Potter, Environmental Program Planner
              Joe Baumer,SEAS Program
              Kenn Clark, Division of Natural Heritage
              Leon App, Administrative Assistant

              County of Mathews
              Frank Pleva, County Administrator
              John Christopher, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              County of Gloucester
              Carol Steele, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              Council on the Environment
              Laura Lower, Coastal Grants Coordinator
              Ellie Irons, Environmental Program Planner (Not Confirmed)

              Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Department
              Brian Wagner, Senior Environmental Planner
              Duke Whedbee, Wetlands Engineer

              Virginia Marine Resources Commission
              David Knowles, Environmental Engineer
              (Bray's Point Landing)

              Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission
              Jim Uzel, Environmental Programs Coordinator

              Department of Game & Inland Fisheries
              Phil Lownes, Lands & Engineering Division
              (Will review sites at a separate time)


















                      CHESAPEAKE BAY PUBLIC ACCESS IMPLEMENTATION PILOT STUDY
                                         SITE DESCRIPTIONS

               Peary Public Landing - End of Route 698
               Mathews County       Horn ffarbor
               County Map Reference: 40(A)88 (0-90 AC)
               USGS Quad: New Point - Comfort, VA
               Potential Use: Natural Area Observation and Crabbing


               USGS MAP ATTACHED

               Peary Public Landing at one time may have had improvements such as a
               pier or walkway located on the site. The remnants of these old
               structures remain at this site and will be removed as part of the
               proposed improvements. A marshy spit extends approximately 50 feet
               into the water. The spit is connected to the main land area located
               at the end of the cul de sac.       A boardwalk for natural area
               observation may be located on a portion of this spit. A preliminary
               wildlife study will be conducted to determine the probablilty of
               species which may be observed from the site. This study along with
               recommendations from the Division of Natural Heritage will guide the
               educational and interpretive facilities planned for Peary Public
               Landing.


               Hallieford Public Landing   End of Route 632
               Mathews County       Piankatank River
               County Map Reference: 5(A)86A (0.48 AC)
               USGS Quad: Deltaville
               Potential Use: Beach Access


               USGS MAP ATTACHED

               Hallieford Beach is currently used as a beach and is undeveloped
               except for signage and fences delineating the beach. The banks above
               the sandy beach area are wooded. The beach is approximately 200 feet
               in length and 10 - 15 feet wide during low tide.  There is potential
               that the tiger beetle inhabits this beach.     Based on a preliminary
               evaluation by Chris Pague of the Division of Natural Heritage, no
               problems are anticipated with the development and enhancement of this
               beach site. A survey for the tiger beetle which would precede the
               initiation of construction is planned for early next summer.        The
               site plans for Hallieford Public Landing may include: handicapped
               access to the water via walkways, sanitary facilities, enhanced
               parking, waste receptacles and a picnicking area.






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                                                                         HALLIFORD BEACH     
                                                                            LANDING






                        Resource Management Improvement Grants

                                     (Section 306A)

                            CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST
          Applicant: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION ON BEHALF OF MATHEWS COUNTY
          Project Title: HALLIFORD PUBLIC LANDING: BEACH ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS

               Project proposed under               TOTAL COST:
          Section 306A (c) (2) A_   B_                Federal:
           c(i)_c(ii)_D_E_                                            State:
                                                       Local:
                                                       Other:

          Project Eligibility (check appropiate reference)

               The project site in a APR which has been designated pursuant
               to Section 306(c) (9).

               The project addresses restoration or preservation of an area
               containing one or more resources of national significance.
               (please specify).

               The project is located in a APC which has been designated
               pursuant to Section 305 (b) (3).
               The project site is an area identified as part of the
               shorefront access planning element under Section 305 (b) (7).

          INSRUCTIONS; For the above project, check the appropriate answer
          to each of the questions below.      If all of the answers on this
          checklist are checked "No" or "None", then the proposed project
          meets the criteria for Categorical Exclusion and no environmental
          assessment (EA) will be required.       If any answer is "Yes" or
          "Significant", then an EA may be required unless: 1) additional
          information is provided stating why the applicant believes an EA
          is not required, or 2) there is no doubt that an environmental
          impact statement (EIS) is required. If the applicant believes an
          EIS is required, they should first contact the Department to
          further discus the matter. Items checked as Uncertain or "Minor"
          may qualify as a Categorical Exclusion if additional information
          (e.g. mitigating actions) are provided in the project description,
          or may require an EA. The Department reserves the right to require
          additional environmental information in cases where project impacts
          are not clearly described in the application or where probable
          impacts require an EA or EIS.
 














                A SIGNATURE WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS CHECKLIST BY
           A STATE PROGRAM OFFICIAL ACKNOWLEDGING PROJECT CONSISTENCY AND
           STATE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH REFERENCE TO DOCUMENTATION KEPT BY THE
           STATE FOR THIS PROJECT, AND BY THE STATE OR LOCAL OFFICIAL WHO
           PREPARED THE CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST.

                A. Evaluation of criteria for Categorical Exclusion:
                    1. This action or group of actions No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       would have a significant effect
                       on the quality of the human
                       environment.

                    2. This action or group of actions  No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       would involve unresolved con-
                       flicts concerning alternative
                       uses of available resources.

                B. Evaluation of exceptions to actions within Categorical
                    Exclusion:

                    I. This action would have sig-        No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       nificant adverse effects on
                       public health or safety.
                    2. This action will have highly       No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       controversial environmental
                       effects.

                    3. This action will have highly       No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       uncertain environmental effect
                       or involve unique or unknown
                       environmental impact.

                    4. The specific impact of the project on the following
                       resources:
                       a) beaches and dunes    None_Minor_Significant_
                       b) wetlands              None_Minor_Significant_
                       c )estuarine areas       None_Minor_Significant_
                       d) wildlife habitat      None_Minor_Significant_
                       e) barrier islands       None_Minor_Significant_
                       f) wild or scenic river  None_Minor_Significant_
                       g) reefs                 None_Minor_Significant_
                       h) threatened or endan-  None_Minor_Significant_
                          gered species
                       i) floodplains           None_Minor_Significant
                                                      
                       j) other unique          None_Minor_Significant_
                          resources
 







                   5. This action is related to other  No_Uncertain_Yes_
                      action with individually insig-
                      nificant but cumulatively signi-
                      ficant effects.

                  6.  This section will affect          No_Uncertain_Yes_
                      proper-ties listed in the
                      National Register of Historic
                      Places or otherwise protected by
                      Section 106 of the National Historic
                      Preservation Act or a similar State
                      Preservation Act.

                  7.  condemnation is required for  the  No_Uncertain_Yes_
                      purchase of property (attach  list
                      of property owners).
                  
                  8.  The project is located on unde- No_Uncertain_Yes_
                      veloped coastal barriers desig-
                      nated pursuant to the Coastal
                      Barrier Resources Act.

                  9.  The project is located  in a      No_Uncertain _Yes_
                      designated floodway or  "V"
                      zone on a NFIP Floodway Map.
    
                  10. This action is inconsistent       No_Uncertain_Yes_
                      with Federal, State, local or
                      tribal law or requirements
                      imposed for protection of the
                      environment.

                  11. Please list permits required
                      and their status in the space
                      below:

                        NONE NEEDED






                12.
                       Signature and Title of CE Preparer                  Date
 













                          Resource, Management improvement Grants

                                       (Section 306A)
                              CATEGORIAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST

           Applicant:             DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION ON BEHALF OF MATHEWS COUNTY 
           Project Title:     PEARY LANDING: NATURAL AREA CRABBING ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS                 

                 Project proposed under               TOTAL COST:
           Section 306A (c) (2) A_B_                 Federal:
           c(i)_c(ii)_c(iii)_D_E                      State:         
                                                        Local:
                                                        other:

           Project Eligibility (check appropiate reference)
                 The project site in a APR which has been designated pursuant
                 to Section 306(c) (9).

                 The project addresses restoration or preservation of an area
                 containing one or more resources of national significance.
                 (please specify).

                 The project is located in a APC which has been designated
                 pursuant to Section 305 (b) (3).

                 The project site is an area identified as part of the
                 shorefront access planning element under Section 305 (b) (7).

           INSTRUCTIONS: For the above project, check the appropriate answer
           to each of the questions below.       If all of the answers on this
           Checklist are checked "No" or "None", then the proposed project
           meets the criteria for Categorical Exclusion and no environmental
           assessment (EA) will be required.        If any answer is "Yes" or
           "Significant", then an EA may be required unless: 1) additional
           information is provided stating why the applicant believes an EA
           is not required, or 2) there is no doubt that an environmental
           impact statement (EIS) is required. If the applicant believes an
           EMS is required, they should first contact the Department to
           further discus the matter. Items checked as "Uncertain" or "Minor"
           may qualify as a Categorical Exclusion if additional information
           (e.g. mitigating actions) are provided in the project description,
           or may require an EA. The Department reserves the right to require
           additional environmental information in cases where project impacts
           are not clearly described in the application or where probable
           impacts require an EA or EIS.
 













                    A SIGNATURE WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS CHECKLIST BY
              A STATE PROGRAM OFFICIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT PROJECT CONSISTENCY AND
              STATE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH REFERENCE TO DOCUMENTATION KEPT BY THE
              STATE FOR THIS PROJECT, AND BY THE STATE OR LOCAL OFFICIAL WHO
              PREPARED THE CATERGORIAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST.

                    A. Evaluation of criteria for Categorical Exclusion:
                        1.  This action or group of actions No_Uncertain_Yes-
                            would have a significant effect
                            an the quality of the human
                            environment.

                        2.  This action or group of actions       No_Uncertain_Yes-
                            would involve unresolved con-
                            flicts concerning alternative
                            uses of available resources.

                    B. Evaluation of exceptions to actions within Categorical
                        Exclusion:
                        1.  This action would have sig-       No_Uncertain_Yes-
                            nificant adverse effects an
                            public health or safety.

                        2.  This action will have highly     No_Uncertain_Yes-
                            controversial environmental
                            effects.

                        3.  This action will have highly            No_Uncertain_Yes_
                            uncertain, environmental effect
                            or involve unique or unknown
                            environmental impact.

                        4.  The specific impact of the project on the following
                            resources:

                            a) beaches and dunes         None_Minor_Significant_
                            b) wetlands                 None_Minor_Significanr_
                            c) estuarqine areas        None_Minor_Significant_
                            d) wildlife habitat       None_Minor_Significant_
                            e) barrier islands         None_Minor_Significant_
                            f) wild or scenic river    None_Minor_Significant_
                            g) reefs                     None_Minor_Significant_
                            h) threatened or enddan-    None_Minor_Significant_
                               gered species
                            i )floodplains              None_Minor_Significant_
                            j) other unique            None_Minor_Significant_
                              resources







                    5. This action is related to other No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       action with individually insig-
                       nificant but cumulatively signi-
                       ficant effects.

                   6.  This section will affect       No_Uncertain_Yes_   
                       properties listed in the
                       National Register of Historic
                       Places or otherwise protected by
                       Section 106 of the National Historic
                       Preservation Act or a similar State
                       Preservation Act.

                   7.  Condemnation is required for  the No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       purchase of property (attach  list
                       of property owners).

                   8.  The project is located on unde- No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       veloped coastal barriers desig-
                       nated pursuant to the Coastal
                       Barrier Resources Act.

                   9.  The project is located  in a      No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       designated floodway or  "V"
                       zone NFIP Floodway Map.

                   10. This action is inconsistent       No_Uncertain_Yes_
                       with Federal, State, local or
                       tribal law or requirements
                       imposed for protection of the
                       environment.

                  11. Please list permits required
                       and their status in the space
                       below:
                             NONE NEEDED






                 12.
                        Signature and Title of CE Preparer            Date
 





                                                                        FEB 2 5 1JJ2



                          COMMONWEALTH of VIRQIN12@_@,                               L
         KEITH J. BU7MEMAN          Council on the Environment           202 NORTH NINTH STREET
          ADMINISTRATOR                                                      SUITE 9W
                                                                           RICHMOND 23219
                                                                             804-7864500
                                  FEDERAL CONSISTENCY REVIEW FORM          TDD 804-371-7W4

                NAME OF APPLICANT OR PROJECT SPONSOR: Department of Conservation
                and Recreation, Division of Planning and Recreation Resources,
                203 Governor Street, Suite 326, Richmond, VA 23219,
                Attention: Janit L. Potter

                PROJECT TITLE AND DESCRIPTION: Public Access Implementation at
                (1) Peary Public Landing and (2) Hallieford Public Landing in
                Mathews County.

                ACTION REQUIRING CONSISTENCY REVIEW (LICENSES/PERMITS/rUNDS AP-
                PLIED FOR): Federal Funds -CZM Grant. No federal or state Per-
                mits necessary.

                CONSISTENCY CERTIFICATION/DETERMINATION or PERMIT APPLICATION
                RECEIVED: February 18, 1992


                FINDINGS:


                          Additional information is needed before consistency
                          review can begin. Please see the attached discussion
                          on the information needed to begin the ccnsistency
                          review.

                 xx       The consistency determination/certification for the
                          proposed project has been reviewed and found consistent
                          with the goals and objectives of the Virginia Coastal
                          Resources Management Program.

                          The consistency determination/certificatilon for the
                          proposed project has been reviewed and fcund inconsis-
                          tent with the goals and objectives of the Virginia
                          Coastal Resources Management Program. Attached are the
                          reasons supporting our finding and suggeEted modifica-
                          tions to make the project consistent. Al:-plicants for
                          federal permits or licenses may appeal t]7.is decision to
                          the Secretary of the Commerce on the grounds that the
                          activity is consistent with the objective3 or purposes
                          of the Coastal Zone Management Act or is necessary in
                          the interest of national security.
                          0 6=:@:Q                             Februa-v 24, 1992
                Ellie lron@s                                         Date
                Federal Consistency Coordinator

























         Appendix E
                                                                            . ..... ..... .
                                                                                    ...... .. ...
                                                                            .. ...... ..... ..... ....
                                                                              . .........

                                                                                    .... ..........
         Application for Categorical Exclusion and a request for a
                                                                                    .... ......
         letter from the SHPO










                                                                      ADMINISTRATION
                                                                      NATURAL AREAS CONSERVATION
                                                                      PLANNING AND RECREATION RESOURCES
                                                                      SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
         OA-00                                                        STATE PARKS

                            COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

                             DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION

                                  DIVISION OF PLANNING AND RECREATION RESOURCES

                                             Art Buehler, Director

                                           203 Governor Street, Suite 326
                         TDD (804) 786-2121 Richmond, Virginia 23219 (804) 786-2556 FAX: (804) 786-6141




                                        M E M 0 R A N D U M




               DATE:     February 18, 1992

               TO:       Bruce Larson, Department of Historic Resources

               FROM:     Janit L. Potter

               SUBJECT:  Environmental Review and Application for Categorical
                         Exclusion for CZM Grant Public Access Implementation
                         Projects at Peary Public Landing and Hallieford Public
                         Landing in Mathews County

               Please review the submitted projects for potential environmental
               impacts and issue a statement of no effect or concurrence with
               the application for categorical exclusion by March 15, 1992.

               The Public Access Implementation Pilot Study is a project which
               explores opportunities and procedures for enhancing the use of
               small publicly owned parcels of waterfront for access. This
               project is being funded by a Coastal Zone Management Program
               (CZRMP) grant from the Council on the Environment.        The project
               is a two-phased pilot study which involves (1) inventory, site
               planning, environmental assessments and cost estimates for site
               improvements, and (2) construction and development.            Both the
               planning and construction phases of this pilot study will serve
               as prototypes for the development of similar small parcels of
               publicly-owned water access areas. The existing CZRMP grant
               funds phase 1 of the pilot study.

               During the current grant year, DPPR has conducted an inventory of
               the existing small 'shoreline parcels located in the Middle
               Peninsula. Based on this inventory, two model sites have been
               selected to be enhanced as public recreation areas. The two
               sites will be developed as (1) beach and swimming access, (2)
               and a natural area. A description of each of the selected sites
               and maps of each of the sites are enclosed. An interagency field
               review took place on Wednesday, November 20th. At that time,
               issues relating to potential use of the sites and environmental
               considerations for the enhancement of each site were discussed.
               Representatives from Mathews County and Gloucester County
               attended the site review to express the counties desires for the
               development of each of these access sites.















                 LIST OF INDIVIDUALS IN ATTENDANCE AT THE NOVEMBER 20, 1991
                                         FIELD REVIEW



              Department of Conservation and Recreation
              John Davy, Planning Bureau Manager
              Derral Jones, Environmental Program Manager
              Janit Potter, Environmental Program Planner
              Joe Baumer,SEAS Program
              Kenn Clark, Division of Natural Heritage
              Leon App, Administrative Assistant

              County of Mathews
              Frank Pleva, County Administrator
              John Christopher, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              county of Gloucester
              Carol Steele, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              Council on the Environment
              Laura Lower, Coastal Grants Coordinator
              Ellie Irons, Environmental Program Planner (Not Confirmed)

              Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Department
              Brian Wagner, Senior Environmental Planner
              Duke Whedbee, Wetlands Engineer

              Virginia Marine-Resources Commission
              David Knowles, Environmental Engineer
              (Bray's Point Landing)

              Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission
              Jim Uzel, Environmental Programs Coordinator

              Department of Game & Inlang Fisheries
              Phil Lownes, Lands & Engineering Division
              (Will.review sites at a separate time)
















                      CHESAPEAKE BAY PUBLI:@ ACCESS IMPLEMENTATION PILOT STUDY
                                          SITE DESCRIPTIONS

               Peary Public Landing - End of Route 698
               Mathews County        Horn Harbor
               County Map Reference: 40(A)88 (0.90 AC)
               USGS Quad: New Point - Comfort, VA
               Potential Use: Natural Area Observation and Crabbing


               USGS MAP ATTACHED

               Peary Public Landing at one time may have had improvements such as a
               pier or walkway located on the site. The remnants of these old
               structures remain at this site and will be removed as part of the
               proposed improvements. A marshy spit extends approximately 50 feet
               into the water.    The spit is connected to the main land area located
               at the end of the cul da sac.        A boardwalk for natural area
               observation may be located on a portion of this spit. A preliminary
               wildlife study will be conducted to determine the probablilty of
               species which may be observed from the site. This study along with
               recommendations from the Di-vision of Natural Heritage will guide the
               educational and interpre'--ive facilities planned for Peary Public
               Landing.


               Hallieford Public Landing - End of Route 632
               Mathews County       Pianka@_-ank River
               County Map Reference: 5(A)36A (0.48 AC)
               USGS Quad: Deltaville
               Potential Use: Beach Acces--;


               USGS MAP ATTACHED

               Hallieford Beach is curr,-:.ntly used as a beach and is undeveloped
               except for signage and fenc,@@s delineating the beach. The banks above
               the sandy beach area are w-)oded. The beach is approximately 200 feet
               in length and 10 - 15 feet .,iide during low tide.  There is potential
               that the tiger beetle inhabits this beach.       Based on a preliminary
               evaluation by Chris Pague of the Division of Natural Heritage, no
               problems are anticipated wLth the development and enhancement of this
               beach site. A survey for ---he tiger beetle which would precede the
               initiation of constructic i is planned for early next summer.         The
               site plans for Hallieford .',ublic Landing may include: handicapped
               access to the water via walkways, sanitary facilities, enhanced
               parking, waste receptacles and a picnicking area.
















                 LIST OF INDIVIDUALS IN ATTENDANCE AT THE NOVEMBER 20, 1991
                                         FIELD REVIEW




              Department of Conservation and Recreation
              John Davy, Planning Bureau Manager
              Derral Jones, Environmental Program Manager
              Janit Potter, Environmental Program Planner
              Joe Baumer,SEAS Program
              Kenn Clark, Division of Natural.Heritage
              Leon App, Administrative Assistant

              County of Mathews
              Frank Pleva, County Administrator
              John Christopher, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              County of Gloucester
              Carol Steele, Director of Parks and Recreation Department

              Council on the Environment
              Laura Lower, Coastal Grants Coordinator
              Ellie Irons, Environmental Program Planner (Not Confirmed)

              Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance Department
              Brian Wagner, Senior Environmental Planner
              Duke Whedbee, Wetlands Engineer

              Virginia Marine Resources Commission
              David Knowles, Environmental Engineer
              (Bray's Point Landing)

              Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission
              Jim Uzel, Environmental Programs Coordinator

              Department of Game & Inland Fisheries
              Phil Lownes, Lands & Engineering Division
              (Will review sites at a separate time)






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                                                                            HALLIFORD BEACH 
                                                                                 LANDING







                       Resource Management Improvement Grants

                                     (Section 306A)

                          CATEGORIAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST
         Applicant: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION ON BEHALF OF MATHEWS COUNTY
         Project Title:                 HALLIFORD PUBLIC LANDING: BEACH ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS

               Project proposed under               ToTAL COST:
         Section 306A (c) (2) A_B_                     Federal:
            c(i)_c(ii)_c(iii)_D_E_                                          State:
                                                      Local:
                                                      other:

         Project Eligibility (check appropiate reference)

               The project site in a APR which has been designated pursuant
               to Section 306(c) (9).

               The project addresses restoration or preservation of an area
               containing one or more resources of national significance.
               (please specify).

               The project is located in a APC which has been designated
               pursuant to Section 305 (b) (7).

               The project site is an area identified as part of the
               shorefront access planning element under section 30S (b) (7)

         INSTRUCTIONS: For the above project, check the appropriate answer
         to each of the questions below.      if all of the answers on this
         checklist are checked "No" or "None", then the proposed project
         meets the criteria for Categorical Exclusion and no environmental
         assessment (EA) will be required.       If any answer is "Yes" or
         "Significant", then an EA may be required unless: 1)additional 
         information is provided stating why the applicant believes, an EA
         is not required, or 2) there is no doubt that an environmental
         impact statement (EIS) is required.  If the applicant believes an
         EIS is required, they should first contact the Department to
         further discus the matter. Items checked as "Uncertain" or "Minor"
         may qualify as a Categorical Exclusion if additional information
         (e.g. mitigating actions) are provided in the project description,
         or may require an EA. The Department reserves the right to require
         additional environmental information in cases where project impacts
         are not clearly described in the application or where probable
         impacts require an FA or EIS.
 














                  A SIGNATURE WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS CHECKLIST BY
            A STATE PROGRAM OFFICIAL ACKNOWLEDGING PROJECT CONSISTENCY AND
            STATE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH REFERENCE TO DOCUMENTATION KEPT BY THE
            STATE FOR THIS PROJECT, AND BY THE STATE OR LOCAL OFFICIAL WHO
            PREPARED THE CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION CHECKIST-

                  A. Evaluation of criteria for Categorical Exclusion:
                      1. This action or group of actions No_Uncertain-Yes-
                         would have a significant effect
                         on the quality of the human
                         environment.
                      2. This action or group of actions No `Uncertain_YEs_
                         would involve unresolved con-
                         flicts concerning alternative
                         uses of available resources.

                  -B. Evaluation of exceptions to actions within Categorical
                      Exclusion:
                      1. This action would have sig-          NO  UNCERTAIN__Yes_
                         nificant adverse effects on
                         public health or safety.
                      2. This action will have highly         No_Uncertain-Yes_
                         controversial environmental
                         effects.
                      3. This action will have highly         No   UncertainYes_
                         uncertain environmental effect
                         or involve unique or unKNOwn
                         environmental impact.
                      4. The specific impact of the project on the following
                         resources:
                         a) beaches and dunes       None Minor -,/Significant_
                                                    None Minor_Significant-
                         b) wetlands                Non  Minor  Significant
                                                    None Minor  Significant
                         c) estuarine areas         None Minor  _Significant_
                         d) wildlife habitat        None Minor  Sigificant
                         e) barrier islands         None Minor  Significant_
                         f) wild o'scenic river     None Minor  Significant_
                         g) reefs                   None Minor  Significant
                         h) threatened or endan-    None-Minor  Significant-
                            gered species
                         i) foodplains             None Minor_Significant_
                         j) other unique            None Minor_Signif icant-
                            resources



                    ULM
                                  


                   5. This action is related to other  No  Unertain  Yes
                      action with individually insig-
                      nificant but cumulatively signi-
                      ficant effects.

                   6. This section will affect          No Uncertain_Yes_
                      properties listed in the
                      National Register of Historic
                      Places or otherwise protected by
                      Section 106 of the National Historic
                      Preservation Act or a similar State_
                      Preservation Act.
                   7. Condemnation is required for  the NO/ Uncertain_Yes_
                      purchase of property (attach  list
                      of property owners).
                   8. The project is located on unde-   No Uncertain_Yes_
                      veloped coastal barriers desig-
                      nated pursuant to the Coastal
                      Barrier Resources Act.

                  9. The project is located  in a      No_Uncertain --Yes_
                      designated floodway or  "V"
                      zone on a N7 1P Floodway Map.
                  10. THis action is inconsistent     No_/Uncertain_Yes_
                      with Federal, State, local or
                      tribal law or requirements
                      imposed for protection of the
                      environment.

                  11. Please list permits required
                      and their status in the space
                      below:








                12.
                       Signature and Title of CE Preparer		Date




                                                                          PEARY LANDING





                           Resource Management improvement Grants

                                         (Section 306A)

                               CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST
            Applicant:            DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION RECREATION ON BEHALF OF MATHEWS COUH                              
            Project Title:                                 

                 Project proposed under                  TOTAL COST:
            Section 306A (c) (2) A       B                  Federal:
            C (iii)  C(II) C(III)   D E                  State:
                                                            Local:
                                                            other:

            Project Eligibility (check appropriate reference)

                 The project site in a APR which has been designated pursuant
                 to Section 306(c) (9).
                 The project addresses restoration or preservation of an area
                 containing one or more resources of national significance.
                 (please specify) .
                 The project is located in a APC which has been designated
                 pursuant to Section 305 (b) (3).
             
                 The project site is an area identified as part of the
                 shorefront access planning 'element under Section 305 (b) (7).
            INSTRUCTIONS; For the above project, check the appropriate answer
            to each of the questions below.         if all of the answers an this
            checklist are checked "No" or "None", then the proposed project
            meets the criteria for Categorical Exclusion and no environmental
            assessment (EA) will be required._         if any answer is "Yes" or
            "Significant", then an EA may be required unless: 1) additional
            information is provided stating why the applicant believes an EA
            is not required, or 2) there is no doubt that an environmental
            impact statement (EIS) is required. If the applicant believes an
            EIS is required, they should first contact the Depaxtment to
            further discus the matter. Items checked as Uncertain" or "Minor".
            may qualify as a Categorical Exclusion if additional information
            (e.g. mitigating actions). are provided in the project description,
            or may require an EA. The Department reserves the right to require
            additional enviromental information in cases where project impacts
            are not clearly described in the application or Where probable
            impacts require an EA or Eis.




       













                  A SIGNATURE WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS checkLIST BY
             A STATE. PROGRAM OFFICIAL ACKNOWLEDGING  PROJECT CONSISTENCY AND
             STATE RESPONSIBILITIES WITH REFERENCE TO DOCUMENTATION KEPT BY THE
             STATE FOR THIS PROJECT, AND BY THE STATE OR LOCAL OFFICIAL WHO
             PREPARED THE CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION CHECKLIST.

                  A. Evaluation of criteria for categorical Exclusion:
                     1.  This action or group of actions NO UNCERTAIN  YES_
                         would have a significant effect
                         an the quality of the human
                         environment.
                     2.  This action or group of actions No_Uncertain-Yes-
                         would involve unresolved con-
                         flicts concerning alternative
                         uses of available resources.

                  B. Evaluation of exceptions to actions wiTHIN Categorical
                     Exclusion:
                                                            
                     1.                                        
                           This action would have sig-     
                         nificant adverse effects on
                         public -health or safety.
                     2.  This action will have highly      NoUncertain_Yes_
                         controversial environmental
                         effects.
                     3.  This action will have highly      NoUncertain_Yes_
                         uncertain environmental effect
                         or involve unique or unknown
                         environmental impact.
                     4.  The specific impact of the project on the following
                         resources:
                         a) beaches and dunes     None  Minor  Significant
                         b) wetlands              None  Minor  Significant
                         c )estuarime areas       None_Minor.- significant-
                         d) wildlife habitat      None-Minor  Significant-
                         e) barrier island        None  Minor  Significant
                         f) wild or'scenic river  None  Minor  Significant
                         g) reefs                 None  Minor  Signiicant
                         h) threatened or endan-  None  Minor  Significant
                           gered species
                         i) floodplains           None  Minor  Significant-
                         j) other unique          None  Minor  Significant
                                                  None  Minor  _Signif icant-
                           resources







                     5. This action is related to other   No    Uncertain_Yes_
                        action with individually insig-
                        nificant but cumulatively signi-
                        ficant effects.
                     6.  This section will affect            No_Uncertain_Yes_
                        properties listed in the
                        National Register of Historic
                        Places or otherwise protected by
                        Section 106 of the National Historic
                        Preservation Act or a similar State
                        Preservation Act.
                    7.  Condemnation is required for    the No Uncertain_Yes-
                        purchase of property (attach    list
                        of property owners).
                    8.  The project is located an unde- No_Uncertain_Yes_
                        veloped coastal barriers desig-
                        nated pursuant to the Coastal
                        Barrier Resources Act.
                    9.  The project is located in a         No Uncertain-Yes_
                        designated floodway or "V"
                        zone on a NFIP Floodway Map.
                    10. This action is inconsistent         No_Uncertain_Yes_
                        with Federal, State, local or
                        tribal law or requirements
                        imposed for protection of the
                        environment.

                   11. Please list permits required
                        and their status in the space
                        below:








                  12.
                         Signature and Title of CE Preparer				Date
 
























        Appendix F

                                                                                    ... .. ......
        Certificate of Title










                                  RICHARD HERNDON HARFST
                                        ATTORNEY AT LAW

                                          24 MAIN STREET

                                       MATHEWS, VIRGINIA 23109

                                    CERTIFICATE OF TITLE                  P. 0. BOX 686
                                                                         (S04) 725-7166





             Mr. Frank Pleva, County Administrator
             County of Mathews
             P. 0. Box 839
             Mathews, Virginia 23109

             Ms. Janit L. Potter
             Environmental Program Planner
             Department of Conservation and Recreation
             Commonwealth of Virginia
             203 Governor Street, Suite 326
             Richmond, Virginia 23219

             December 30, 1991, 2:00 p.m.



                       I hereby certify that I have examined the land records in
             the office of the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the County
             of Mathews, Virginia for a period of sixty years from the date
             hereof pertaining to the following described real estate to-wit:

                  All that certain parcel or lot of land, together with the
                  appurtenances thereunto belonging, situate on Horn Harbor
                  in the Chesapeake Magisterial District of Mathews County,
                  Virginia, containing nine tenths (0.9) of an acre
                  according to the plat of survey hereinafter mentioned, be
                  the same more or less, and bounded as follows: On the
                  Northwest by the land now or formerly of Angus Jaikie
                  Henderson; on the North, East and South by Horn Harbor;
                  and on the West by the land Now or formerly of Malcolm
                  Lamond Henderson; and being more fully and accurately
                  described on a certain plat of survey dated December 28,
                  1971 by James K. Alvis, Jr., Certified Land Surveyor,
                  entitled "PLAT OF THE PROPERTY TO BE CONVEYED TO MATHEWS
                  COUNTY     TOTAL = 0. 9 +    ACRES   CHESAPEAKE DISTRICT
                  MATHEWS COUNTY, VIRGINIK" and recorded in the Clerk's
                  office of the Circuit Court of Mathews County, Virginia
                  on June 9, 1972 in Deed Book 87, Page 350.

                  The above described land is the same land conveyed to the
                  County of Mathews by deed of Raymond Williams, et al,
                  dated June 5, 1972, and recorded in the aforesaid Clerk's
                  Office on June 9, 1972 in Deed Book 87, Pages 346-348.














                        I find and so certify that as of the date and time hereof
             the said County of Mathews, Virginia, is the owner of the above-
             described real estate and has good title thereto, free and clear of
             all liens, defects and encumbrances, subject to the following
             exceptions:

                        1. A reversionary paragraph in the above- re f erenced deed
             states as follows:


                        "This conveyance is made subject to this condition
                  viz., that in the event the land herein conveyed shall
                  cease to be used as a public landing and abandoned as
                  such by the County of Mathews, the same shall revert to
                  the said Raymond Williams and Lennie Williams and the
                  said Henry E. Armistead, or to their respective
                  successors-in-title to the lands adjoining the land
                  herein conveyed."

                        2.  Easements for access and utilities that may be of
             record or are apparent upon inspection, and such other items as may
             be revealed by an accurate physical survey.

                        3.   The value of the property for real estate tax
             purposes is $30,000.00.



                                              Ri ard HerilWn Harfst
                                              Title Examiner
                                              County Attorney
                                              County of Mathews, Virginia
























           Appendix G
           Shoreline Programs Report: Peary Public Landing,
                                                                                                       ............
                                                                                                      ...............
                                                                                                  . .. . ......... .
           Mathews County




         Board on Conservation                                                  @@@Shoreline Erosion
         and Development of Public Beaches                                                Advisory Service




                                CONIMONIATALTH of VIRGINIA

                            DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION
                                    DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
                                                Shoreline Programs
                                                  P 0. Box 1024
                                            Gloucester Point, Virginia 23062
                                                  (804) 642-7121


                                              November 26, 1991




               Mr. Frank A. Pleva
               County Administrator
               Mathews County
               P.O. Box 839
               Mathews, Virginia 23109

               RE: SPS #92221


               Dear Mr. Pleva:


               On November 20,  1 met with you and the other field reviewers at Peary Public
               Landing on Horn  Harbor in Mathews County. The site visit was in conjunction
               with the Public  Access Implementation Pilot Study.

               The publication  entitled Shoreline Situation Report: Mathews County, Virginia
               reports the historical erosion rate for this area averages less than 1 foot
               per year. The erosion appears to be caused by the wave climate and tidal
               action. The following recommendations are made as a result of the site visit
               and subsequent analysis of the problem:

                     1.     The marsh grasses growing on the shore dissipate wave energy and
                            bind the soil with their roots. We recommend you begin a semian-
                            nual fertilization and maintenance program for the grasses. The
                            program should increase plant vigor and promote growth.

                            To fertilize the marsh grasses, broadcast a commercial fertilizer
                            (10-10-10) at low tide. The fertilizer should be applied at the
                            rate of 2.5 pounds per 1000 square feet at the beginning of May
                            and middle of August. Tidal debris should be periodically removed
                            to prevent smothering of the grasses. The encroachment of trees
                            and shrubs into the grasses should be prohibited.

                     2.     In all segments where the grasses are sparse or absent, we recom-
                            mend establishment of a marsh fringe. The establishment of the











              Mr. Frank A. Pleva
              Page 2
              November 26, 1991


                          marsh fringe would involve planting smooth cordgrass and saltmead-
                          ow hay. The grasses may be purchased or transplanted from neigh-
                          boring areas with permission.

                          Smooth cordgrass grows between the mean low and mean high tide
                          elevations. Saltmeadow hay grows above the mean high tide eleva-
                          tion. Smooth cordgrass and saltmeadow hay should be planted from
                          late April through June. Care should be taken to plant the grass-
                          es within the proper zone.

                          To.transplant the grasses, dig healthy plants and be sure to ob-
                          tain an adequate root mass. Plant the grasses on an 18 inch by 18
                          inch grid. We recommend fertilization at the time of planting. A
                          slow release fertilizer such as Osmocote can be placed in the hole
                          with the plant. You should use approximately one ounce per plant.
                          An alternative to Osmocote is any available fertilizer such as 10-
                          10-10. Approximately two ounces of the alternate fertilizer
                          should be side-dressed about six inches from the plant. To pre-
                          vent damage to the source area, do not remove large numbers of
                          plants from one section. The source area should be fertilized
                          after plugging. If you wish to purchase plants or have someone do
                          @he planting for you, see the enclosed list of suppliers and con-
                          tractors. See the enclosed information concerning descriptions of
                          the grasses.

                    3.    Some bare areas in the marsh fringe appear to be a result of foot
                          traffic and boat launching. These activities in the marsh grasses
                          should be discouraged by designated walkways, fences or other
                          measures deemed appropriate for the intended use of the area.

              The above recommendations are made in my capacity as an advisory agent in
              shoreline erosion control matters. The suggestions should not be considered
              as binding you to any particular course of action as they are intended to
              indicate what we think would be the best solution in terms of cost and effec-
              tiveness. Our examination of the site or this report does not constituce
              permission by the Commonwealth, or its agencies, to proceed with implementa-
              ti.on of control measures. Permits from State and Federal agencies are gener-
              ally required for shoreline modification.


              You should also be aware that success in shoreline erosion control cannot be
              guaranteed as there are many variables involved. In this regard, we suggest
              care in selecting a contractor. Our comments concerning construction are
              intended as guidelines developed from our experience in viewing structures
              which have been successful or have failed.


              If you decide to construct a control measure, an assessment of the impacts of
              the project on the environment will be given by the regulatory agencies. Our
              advice is given with the idea of reducing environmental impacts associated













              Mr. Frank A. Pleva
              Page 3
              November 26, 1991


              with our recommendations. Although this has been considered in our recommen-
              dations, the permit reviewing agencies may desire additional information or
              measures.


              Services available through this office include, review of the permit applica-
              tion; review of design and construction plans; and inspection of structures
              under construction when plans have been reviewed by this office. We recommend
              that a copy of this report be attached to the permit application.

              If we may be of further assistance or if you have any questions, please let me
              know.


                                            Sincerely,




                                            Joseph C. Baumer
                                            Shoreline Engineer

              Enclosures (4)
              cc:-,fohn Davy

























         Appendix H
         Shoreline Programs Report: Bray's Point Landing,
                                                                                     . .... ........
         Gloucester County







          l3oard on Conservation                                                          Shoreline Erosion
          and Development of Public Beaches                                                Advisory Service



                                COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

                            DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND RECREATION
                                     DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
                                                 Shoreline Programs
                                                   P. 0. Box 1024
                                             Gloucester Point, Virginia 23062
                                                   (804) 642-7121

                                               November 26, 1991




                Ms. Carol Steele
                Director of Parks and Recreation
                Gloucester County
                P.O. Box 157
                Gloucester, Virginia 23061

                RE: SPS #92222


                Dear Ms. Steele:


                On November 20, 1 met with you and the other field reviewers at Bray's Point
                Public Landing on the Northwest Branch of the Severn River in Gloucester Coun-
                ty. The site visit was in conjunction with the Public Access Implementation
                Pilot Study.

                The publication entitled Shoreline Situation Report:   Gloucester County, Vir-
                ginia reports the historical erosion rate for this area averages less than I
                foot per year. The erosion appears to be caused by the wave climate and tidal
                action. The following recommendation is made as a result of the site visit and
                subsequent analysis of the problem:

                      1.    The marsh grasses growing on the shore dissipate wave energy and
                            bind the soil with their roots. We recommend you begin a semian-
                            nual fertilization and maintenance program for the grasses. The
                            program should increase plant vigor and promote growth.

                            To fertilize the marsh grasses, broadcast a commercial fertilizer
                            (10-10-10) at low tide. The fertilizer should be applied at the
                            rate of 2.5 pounds per 1000 square feet at the beginning of May
                            and middle of August. Tidal debris and other trash should be
                            periodically removed to prevent smothering of the grasses. The
                            encroachment of trees and shrubs into the grasses should be pro-
                            hibited.












              Ms. Carol Steele
              Page 2
              November 26, 1991


                    2.    In all segments where the grasses are sparse or absent, we recom-
                          mend establishment of a marsh fringe. The establishment of the
                          marsh fringe would involve planting smooth cordgrass and saltmead-
                          ow hay. The grasses may be purchased or transplanted from neigh-
                          boring areas with permission.

                          Smooth cordgrass grows between the mean low and mean high tide
                          elevations. Saltmeadow hay grows above the mean high tide eleva-
                          tion. Smooth cordgrass and saltmeadow hay should be planted from
                          late April through June. Care should be taken to plant the grass-
                          es within the proper zone.

                          To transplant the grasses, dig healthy plants and be sure to ob-
                          tain an adequate root mass. Plant the grasses on an 18 inch by 18
                          inch grid. We recommend fertilization at the time of planting. A
                          slow release fertilizer such as Osmocote can be placed in the hole
                          with the plant. You should use approximately one ounce per plant.
                          An alternative to Osmocote is any available fertilizer such as 10-
                          10-10. Approximately two ounces of the alternate fertilizer
                          should be side-dressed about six inches from the plant. To pre-
                          vent damage to the source area, do not remove large numbers of
                          plants from one section. Thq source area should be fertilized
                          after plugging. If you wish to ptrrchase plants or have someone do
                          the planting for you, see the enclosed list of suppliers and con-
                          tractors. See the enclosed information concerning descriptions of
                          the grasses.

              The above recommendations are made in my capacity as an advisory agent in
              shoreline erosion control matters. The suggestions should not be considered
              as binding you to any particular course of action as they are intended to
              indicate what we think would be the best solution in terms of cost and effec-
              tiveness. Our examination of the site or this report does not constitute
              permission by the Commonwealth, or its agencies, to proceed with implementa-
              tion of control measures. Permits from State and Federal agencies are gener-
              ally required for shoreline modification.

              You should also be aware that success in shoreline erosion control cannot be
              guaranteed as there are many variables involved, In this regard, we suggest
              care in selecting a contractor. Our comments concerning construction are
              intended as guidelines developed from our experience in viewing structures
              which have been successful or have failed.


              If you decide to construct a control measure, an assessment of the impacts of
              the project on the environment will be given by the regulatory agencies. Our
              advice is given with the idea of reducing environmental impacts associated
              with our recommendations. Although this has been considered in our recommen-
              dations, the permit reviewing agencies may desire additional information or
              measures.












              Ms. Carol Steele
              Page 3
              November 26, 1991


              Services available through this office include: review of the permit applica-
              tion; review of design and construction plans; and inspection of structures
              under construction when plans have been reviewed by this office. We recommend
              that a copy of this report be attached to the permit application.

              If we may be of further assistance or if you have any questions, please let me
              know.


                                             Sincerely,




                                            Joseph C. Baumer
                                             Shoreline Engineer

              Enclosures (4)

              cc: vl'ohn Davy

























       Appendix I
       Land Survey Scope of Service & Schedule










            memorandum of Understanding
            Robert C. Buckley, Jr., Land Surveying Services
            December 2, 1991
            Page Two


            SCOPE OF SERVICES


                 The agreed Scope of Services and Fee are as follows:


                 2.   Boundary Survey:


                      A.  The survey of the boundary shall consist of 0.48 acres at
                          Hallieford Public Landing and 0.90 acres at Peary Public
                          Landing as indicated by Project Manager, any existing mapping
                          and the Division of Planning and Recreation.

                      B.  The boundary survey shall include corners, research, search
                          ties, setting monuments and pins, field traverse and
                          computations.

                      C.  The boundary surveys shall be mapped and platted to a scale of
                          1" = 20'. The mapping shall be on Mylar sheets of 24" x 36"
                          in size. A 501 grid shall be used to map topography on each of
                          the sites. The topography shall be 21 contour lines.

                      D.  All mapping shall be sealed by the engineer.

                      E.  A bench mark shall be permanently established at each site and
                          reference to USGS datum. Two permanent control points are to
                          be established and referenced at each site.


                      F.  Adjoining Land shall be identified with Owner's name and Deed
                          Book and Page Numbers.

                      G.  All monuments and pins shall be permanent in nature and
                          recoverable. The monuments and pins shall be approved by the
                          Owner in advance. Locate all structures, tree lines, edge of
                          permanent, signs, fences known utilities, edge of shoreline,
                          high and low water tide shall be indicated on the survey.

                      H.  The boundary shall be tied to the State Plane Coordinates.

                      1.  The Company shall notify the park staff of the location of
                          surveying and the next area to-be surveyed as needed.

                      J.  Shall comply with the survey requirements of the Real Estate
                          Management Policy, Directive Number 1, Section VIII, of the
                          Bureau of Real Management, Department of General Services.


           SCHEDULE


                The Survey Schedule shall not exceed 28 calendar days from date of
           Notice to Proceed.

























       Appendix J
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                                                                       ... .. ........
       Cooperative Agreement for Public Access Area








          SAMPLE 10/16/91:






                                Cooperative Agreement
                                         for
                                 Public Access Area

                                   By and Between
                            the commonwealth of Virginia
                       Department of Conservation & Recreation
                                         and
                        County of




          This Cooperative Agreement, made and entered into on this
          date             f 19 _ ; by and between the County of
                      F a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of
          Virginia, Department of Conservation & Recreation, hereinafter
          called the Department, both agree that it is desirable to
          establish and maintain a public access facility on the property
          owned by                                       and located and






          NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the above premises, the
          parties hereto agree as follows:

          The County Shall:

              1. Establish standards, rules and regulations on
              appropriate public usage, vehicular access, litter
              control, sanitation and public conduct at the property or
              site.

              2. Maintain and keep in good repair the facility, its
              improvements and grounds for the term of this agreement.
              Such maintenance shall include periodic cutting of weeds
              and brush, routine maintenance of structures and parking
              areas, collection and removal of trash, and removal of
              debris necessary to maintain the appearance and for safe
              public use of the access site.

              3. Patrol the site as it deems appropriate to enforce
              local laws, rules and other public safety regulations.

              4. Cooperatively fund the improvements to the property
              as stated in Exhibit A in accordance with the agreed upon
              development plan.





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                             County
           Cooperative Agreement
           Page Two







               5. Keep the site open to the public for access, except for
               reasonable closures necessary for seasonal use, maintenance
               or emergencies.

               6. The County may adopt regulations to restrict, control, or
               limit public use of the site to the period between one hour
               before sunrise to one hour after sunset.


           The Department Shall:

               1. Develop a site plan for improvements to the property
               which will be reviewed and concurred with by the County.

               2. Cooperatively provide funding for site development as
               agreed to in Exhibit A and in accordance with the approved
               site plan.

               3. Assist the County during the coordination permit review
               and construction of the property according to the agreed upon
               site plan.


           It is Mutually-Agreed and Understood by and Between the Parties
           That:

               1. The development of the property shall be funded by the
               County, the Department and others as stated in Exhibit A.

               2. This agreement may be revised as necessary by mutual
               consent of both parties by the issuance of a written
               amendment, signed and dated by both parties.

               3. This Agreement shall remain in force for a period of no
               less than twenty (20) years from the date of execution of tlie
               Agreement.    Upon expiration of the         -year time, the
               Agreement shall automatically renew from year to year on a
               fiscal year basis (July 1 thru June 30). This Agreement may
               be terminated at any time by either party by notifying the
               other party in writing at least ninety (90) days prior to the
               renewal date of the agreement.

               4. This agreement may also be revised in case of a situation
               where the property or site amenities are no longer usable due
               to severe erosion, hurricanes or other natural disaster.








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                             County
           Cooperative Agreement
           Page Two







               If this Agreement is terminated by the County prior to the
               completion of the --year period, the City shall reimburse
               the Department for any Capital funds invested into the
               Landing by the Department on a pro-rated schedule.





                      COUNTY OF:


                      BY:


                      TITLE:


                      ATTESTED:






                               COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
                        DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION & RECREATION


                      BY:
                                                   Director


                      ATTESTED:



           Attachments

























                                                              D01729/PRR/JD1












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              Chesapeake Bay Area Public Access Pla[j. January 1990.

              Chesapeake Bay Area Public Access Technical Assistance Report. 1990.

              Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanner River Public Acgess Guide. 1989.

              Public Beach Conservation and Development Act (Chapter 7, Title 10, Code of Virginia)

              Redmond/Johnston Study, Mathews County Shorelands Access Development. December 1989.

              Design Guide for Accessible Outdoor Recreation, DRAFT. USDA, DSDI, September 1990.















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