New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules
Env - Department of Environmental Services
Subtitle Env-Wt - Wetlands Programs
Chapter Env-Wt 500 - PROJECT-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Part Env-Wt 526 - DAMS
Section Env-Wt 526.05 - Construction Requirements for Dam Projects

Universal Citation: NH Admin Rules Env-Wt 526.05

Current through Register No. 13, March 27, 2025

(a) All work shall comply with the applicable standards in Env-Wt 307.

(b) If applicable, the permittee shall provide notice in accordance with RSA 482:13 and RSA 211:11.

(c) The permittee shall develop and implement a water quality control plan for the construction phase of the project.

(d) Not less than 5 working days prior to starting work authorized by this permit, the permittee shall notify the department and the local conservation commission in writing of the date on which work under this permit is expected to start.

(e) At least 48 hours prior to commencing work on a minor or major impact C/M/R project, the permittee shall meet with the department to review the conditions of the permits issued by the department, including but not limited to those issued under RSA 482-A, RSA 483-B, and RSA 485-A:17. The permittee may request that the meeting be held on-site or at the department offices in Concord or the Pease International Tradeport. The meeting shall be attended by the applicant and the applicant's professional engineer(s), wetlands scientist(s), and contractor(s) responsible for performing the work.

(f) Prior to commencing construction, the applicant shall:

(1) Clearly mark all wetland and surface water boundaries adjacent to the permitted work areas;

(2) Place orange construction fencing at the limits of construction to prevent unintentional encroachment on adjacent jurisdictional areas; and

(3) If the DataCheck shows the presence of protected species or habitat, coordinate with NHB and NHF & G regarding the need for any additional species monitoring required before and during construction.

(g) A certified wetland scientist, professional engineer, or CPESC specialist shall:

(1) Verify that all wetland or wetland-related work is done in accordance with the approved plans and narratives; and

(2) Submit a follow-up report including photographs of the stages of construction specified in the permit to the department within 60 days of final site stabilization.

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