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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOvERNOR
P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201
October 15, 1997
MEMORANDUM TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Ms. Cyndi Bell
DWQ DENR
H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch

GARLAND B.,GARRETT JR.
SECRETARY
Review of Scoping Sheets for the following projects:
Project T.I.P. County Bridge No. Stat&.Route Planning Engineer
B-3170 Edgecombe No. 53 SR 15,00 Jeff Ingham V1,
B-3329 Edgecombe No. 79 NC 43 Jeff Inghamr/
B-3330 Forsyth No. 75 SR 2630 Dennis Pipkin,/
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B-3333 Forsyth No. 168 SR 2776 Dennis Pipkin
Attached for your review and comments are the scoping sheets and location maps for the
subject projects. The purpose of this information and the related review procedure is to have an
early "meeting of the minds" as to the scope of work that should be performed and thereby
enable us to better implement the projects. Scoping meetings for these projects are scheduled for
November 18, 1997 in the Planning and Environmental Branch Conference Room (Room 470).
These scoping meetings will be held back to back beginning at 9:00 A. M. in the order shown
above. These meetings typically last 10 to 15 minutes per project, so all attendees should plan to
arrive at the beginning of the 9:00 A. M. session as applicable. You may provide us with your
comments at the meeting, mail them to us prior to the meeting, or e-mail them to
[e-mail] prior to the meeting.
Thank you for your assistance in this part of our planning process. If there are any
questions about the meetings or the scoping sheets, please call the indicated Project Planning
Engineer, at 733-3141.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTAUO
MICHAEL F. EASLEY DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS LYNDO TIPPETT
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
June 20, 2002
State Project: 8.1290701 (B-3329)
Contract No. C200436
F. A. Number: BRSTP-43(5)
County: Edgecombe
Description: Bridge over Town Creek and Approaches on NC 43
MEMORANDUM TO: Steven D. DeWitt, PE
State Construction Engineer
FROM: Wendi O. Johnson, PE
Division Construction Engineer
SUBJECT: Approved Preconstruction Conference Minutes
We are transmitting an approved copy of the minutes covering the preconstruction conference for
the above project, which was held on May 6, 2002. The minutes were approved by the Contractor,
Atwell Construction Company, Inc., as recorded.
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C: John Wadsworth (FHWA)
Jean Manuele (US Army Corps of Engineers)
John Hennessy (NC DEHNR)
John Holley (DEHNR, Land Quality Section)
David Cox (MCWRC)
Ron Sechler (National Marine Fisheries)
Dr. Garland Pardue (US Fish & Wildlife)
Adelphia Cablevision (Larry Swims)
Sprint (Kenneth E. Grotjan)
Geotechnical Unit
Post Office Box 3165, Wilson, North Carolina 27895-3165
Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
Page 2
June 11, 2002
Ec: C. L. Jones, PE (Randy Pace)
Gerald McCauley
Willie Bryant
Don G. Lee
Troy Peoples, PE
Andy Brown PE
Eddie Bunn, PE
Victor Barbour, PE
Warren Walker, PE
Haywood Daughtry, PE
Richard Chrisawn
Shannon Sweitzer, PE
Ellis Powell, Jr., PE
Don Smith
Andy Pridgen
Mike Robinson, PE
Lloyd Johnston, Jr.
Jimmy Marler
John Williamson
Aydren Flowers
Brandy C. Carter (Utility Agent)
David R. Henderson, PE
Andy Mills, PE
Jean Manuele (US Amy Corps of Engineers)
Charles Bruton, Ph.D.
Judith Johnson (NCWRC)
Bryant Bunn, PE
Ron Hancock, PE
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PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE MINUTES
State Project: 8.1290701 (B-3329)
Federal Aid No.: BRSTP-43(5)
Contract No.: C200436
County: Edgecombe
Description: Bridge over Town Creek and Approaches on NC 43
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The preconstruction conference for the above project was held in the Wilson Division Office Conference Room
on May 6, 2002, with the following persons in attendance:
NAME
Brian L. Frankie
Tim Meyer
Jean B. Manuele
Wayne Cook
Cliff Harris
John H. Smith, Jr.
Willie Bryant
Nike Robinson
Warren Walker
Andy Pridgen
Don C. Smith
W. W. Harrell
R. E. Nichols
Corey McLamb
Donna. R Sauls
REPRESENTING
Atwell Construction Company, Inc.
Atwell Construction Company, Inc.
US Army Corps of Engineers
Sprint
K C. Harris, Jr. Engr. & Surveying, P.A.
Concrete Company
NC DOT - Civil Rights Unit
NC DOT - Area Bridge Engineer
NC DOT - Area Roadway Engineer
NC DOT - QA Supervisor
NC DOT - Roadside Environmental^Unit
NC DOT - Nashville Construction
NC DOT - Nashville Construction
NC DOT - Nashville Construction
NC DOT - Division Right of Way
Eddie J. Bunn, PE, Resident Engineer, presided over the conference. He.asked everyone present to introduce
themselves and their company affiliation.
Mr. Brian Frankie will act as Project Superintendent and Traffic Control Coordinator for the Contractor.
Mr. Bill Harrell will act as Project Inspector and Traffic Control Coordinator for the DOH.
Mr. Bum asked when and where does the Contractor plan to begin work. The Contractor advised they
plan to begin work on May 27, the contract date of availability.
RIGHT OF WAY
Mr. Bunn called on Donna. Sauls to cover the right of way for this project. She advised that all right of way
necessary for this project has been acquired. There are no known asbestos contaminated building materials,
contaminated soils or underground storage tanks within the right of way of this-project.-
The Contractor is reminded to not exceed the right of way area during construction of the project without
written permission from the property owner.
Ms. Sauls presented the Resident Engineer with a letter outlining status of right of way with copy of right
of way agreements. A copy of the letter was also given to the Division Construction Engineer's office.
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ASPHALT PAVEMENTS
Mr.. Andy Pridgen, Division QA Supervisor, advised the Contractor if he had any questions of the Special
Provisions outlined on pages 22 - 28.
Mr. Pridgen advised the Special Provision in this contract are dated 1/15/02 and he would hike to point out the
following:
The Contractor advised, at this time, they do not have a signed agreement; however, Greenville Paving would
probably perform paving on this project. Eddie Bum advised, from past experience, they use core sampling.
Mr. Pridgen called attention to page 27 and advised that there is no Type S4.75A and SF-9.5A mix design
on this project.
Mr. Bunn stated that roadway construction is paid by hemp sum and asphalt is included.
He also pointed out that a fixed string line is required on this project.
On page 28, he advised the "asphalt price" used to calculate any price adjustments set forth shall be $35.00
per theoretical ton, and this price shall apply for all mix types.
UTILITY CONFLICTS
On page 31, Mr. Bunn advised the following utility companies have facilities that will be in conflict with the
construction of this project: Sprint (telephone) and Adelphia CATV.
Mr. Bunn advised, to the best of our knowledge, the above utilities have been completed and are not in conflict
with construction of the project. There is a water line adjacent to the proposed bridge construction, which is
shown to be outside the bents and piles. He advised the Contractor to make sure they properly locate this
water line prior to driving piles.
Jean Manuele asked if there were any possibility that the water line will have to be relocated. If it is not part of
permit then a modification to the permit will have to be submitted and the water line will have to be completely
buried. If it is possible to do a direct bore under the stream then a modification will not be required. Mr. Bunn
advised that should it become necessary to relocate the water line-then NCDOT would specify a direct bore.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise - Mr. Willie Bryant covered this portion of the contract.
The Contractor's EEO Officer and Minority Liaison Officer is James Atwell.
The Resident Engineer furnished the Contractor with required posters for his bulletin board. The Contractor's
EEO Policy Statement is to be posted on the projects Bulletin Board that should be weather proof along with
the following posters:
1. Davis-Bacon-Minimum Prevailing Wage Rate Schedule,
2. "Wage-Rate Information -F/A/ Project", Form PR 1495,
3. "Notice Relating to False Statements," Form PR-1022,
4. EEO Poster - "Discrimination is Prohibited".
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The Resident Engineer presented the Contractor with required posters.
The Contractor is urged to document, in writing, all actions taken in complying with Equal Opportunity of
Employment Provisions, Training Provision, and Minority Business Enterprise Provision. This includes
applicant referrals, meeting with employees, on-site inspections, wage evaluation, etc.
DBE goals for this contract are established at 10.0% and the project was awarded on the Contractor's good
effort.
All subcontractors and suppliers are responsible for meeting the same requirements as the prime contractor,
and it is the prime contractor's responsibility to oversee that both are in compliance.
Estimate period for this project will end on the twenty-second of the month.
All alleged discriminatory violations should be brought to the attention of the Resident Engineer.
The State and/or FHWA will conduct a Contract Compliance Review sometime during the life of this contract.
Therefore, fair employment practice should be maintained at all time.
Mr. Bunn called attention to page 9 and reminded the Contractor should any DBE has to be replaced, he shall
be guided by the requirements stipulated herein.
Reporting Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Participation - When payments are made to Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise firms, including material suppliers, contractors at all levels shall provide the Engineer with
an accounting of said payments.
Retainage and Prompt Payment - Contractor at all levels, prime, subcontractor, or second tier contractor,
shall within 7 calendar days of receipt of monies, resulting from work performed on the project or services
rendered, pay subcontractors, second tier subcontractors, or material suppliers, as appropriate.
This provision for prompt payment shall be incorporated into each subcontractor or second tier subcontract
issued for work performed on this project or for services provided.
The Contractor can withhold up to 3% retainage if any subcontractor does not obtain a payment and
performance bond for their portion of the work.
Failure of any entity to make prompt payment as defined herein may result in: 1) withholding of money due to
that entity in the next partial payment until such assurances are made satisfactory to this provision; or 2)
removal of an approved contractor from the prequalified bidders list or the removal of other entities from the
approved subcontractors list.
Mr. Bunn reminded the Contractor that he would be required to submit an annual EEO Report (FHWA Form .
PR-1391). He furnished the Contractor with a copy of procedures that need to be followed when filling out
the report.
He also advised the Contractor that payrolls are required for this project and should be submitted in a timely
manner. He fuunished the Contractor a copy of instructions for documenting payrolls and examples of
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acceptable payrolls. He advised they need to be submitted on a weekly basis and failure to submit payrolls
could result in withholding payment on monthly estimates.
Mr. Bunn asked everyone turn to page 1 of the contract, and the following was discussed:
PROJECT SPECIAL PROVISIONS
GENERAL
Mr. Bunn advised, any of the special provisions that are not covered will be as stipulated.
Contract Time and Liquidated Damages.
The date of availability for this contract is May 27, 2002, except that work in jurisdictional waters and
wetlands shall not begin until a meeting between the DOT, Regulatory Agencies, and the Contractor is held as
stipulated in the permits. The delay in availability has been considered in determining the contract time for this
project.
The contract completion date December 6, 2002.
When the Special Provisions require observation periods, they are not a part of the work to be completed by
the completion date and/or intermediate contract times stated in the contract. Should an observation period
extend beyond the final completion date, the acceptable completion of the observation period shall be a part of
the work covered by the performance and payment bonds. .,
Liquidated Damages - $1,000.00 per calendar day.
There are no Major Contract Items or Specialty Items in this contract.
Construction Moratorium - Since anadromous fish utilize Town Creek, NCDOT will comply with the
standards in the policy entitled "Stream Crossing Guidelines for Anadromous Fish Passage (May 12, 1997)".
This commitment includes a moratorium on in-water construction activities from April 1 through June 15 of
any year.
Mr. Bunn advised the permits for this project would be covered at this meeting therefore, a separate meeting
will not be held for permits.
Domestic Steel and Iron Products -Domestically produced fasteners are required on this project. Specific
attention was called to the third and fourth paragraphs regarding notarized certification required, that a
notation be made on the purchase order that steel products were processed in the United States and that
separate files will be kept on steel products for verification. Mr. Bunn noted that NCDOT requires
certifications for the majority of materials incorporated into accepted work. Failure to supply the necessary
certifications in a timely manner will cause the NCDOT to withhold payment for work or prohibit the
contractor from completing work.
Schedule of Estimated Completion Progress - The Contractor is advised if he anticipated accelerating the
progress shown, he should submit a request, and approval would have to be obtained should he want payment
for performing work beyond that progress noted. All work is to be completed as stipulated in the contract.
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Submission of Records - Federal Aid Projects - This project is not located on the National Highway System;
therefore, federal form FHWA-47 is not required.
Subsurface Information - Subsurface information is available on the structure portion of this project only.
Plant Pest Quarantines - This project has been determined to be within a county regulated for plant pest(s).
The Contractor shall contact the NC Department of Agriculture to determine those specific project sites
located in the quarantine area. If the Contractor's operation is in quarantine area, he must follow procedures
as outlined.
Safety Vests - All Contractors' personnel, all subcontractors and their personnel, and any material suppliers
and their personnel must wear an OSHA approved reflective vest or outer garment at all times while on the
project. Mr. Bunn advised that non-reflective orange shirts are acceptable for all project personnel except
flaggers.
PROJECT SPECIAL PROVISIONS
ROADWAY
Roadway Construction - Mr. Bunn advised this is one of the first TIP projects let as a hump sum contract. All
items listed under scope of work will be paid for as lump sum Percentages of the lump sum bid will be
calculated each month for pay purposes.
Clearing and Grubbing - Clearing and grubbing shall be by Method III unless superceded by perpnit
requirements.
Borrow Excavation - Provision includes requirements for evaluation for potential wetlands and endangered
species at all borrow sites. Also included are buffer zone requirements. Contractor advised they would
probably use a commercial pit. He was advised if they secure private borrow source it will have to submit
a reclamation plan and shall comply with the requirements of Section 230 of the 2002 Standard
Specifications. Erosion control measures will not be paid for under the contract if the Contractor chooses
a commercial borrow source.
Shoulder and Fill Slope Material -- Required shoulder and slope construction for this project shall be
performed in accordance with requirements of Section 226 of the Specifications except as noted in the
contract:
Construction the 6" (150 mm) of shoulder and fill slopes with soils capable of supporting vegetation.
Provide soil with P.I. greater than 6 and less than 25 and with a pH ranging from 5.5 to 6.8. Remove stones
and other foreign material 2" (50 mm) or larger in diameter. All soil is subject to test and acceptance or
rejection by the Engineer.
Material shall be obtained from within the project limits or an approved borrow source. If material comes
from an approved borrow source, material will be tested to make sure it meets the criteria.
Reinforced Bridge Approach Fills - The Contractor is to be guided by the Special Provisions and all work
shall -be done in the presence of the Engineer or Inspector.
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Guardrail Anchor Units, type 350 - Contractor shall furnish either of the guardrail anchor units listed on page
29 of the contract. Contractor needs to furnish plans and details from the manufacturer before they are
installed.
Street Signs and Markers and Route Markers - Contractor shall move any existing street signs, markers, and
route markers out of the construction limits of the project and install the street signs and markers and route
markers so they will be visible to the traveling public if there is sufficient right of way for these signs and
markers outside of the construction limits.
Near completion of the project and when directed by the Engineer, the signs and markers shall be moved and
installed in their proper location in regard to the finished pavement of the project.
Any signs or markers that cannot be relocated due to lack of right of way, or any signs and markers that will no
longer be applicable after construction of the project shall be stockpiled at locations directed by the Engineer
for removal by others.
The Contractor will be responsible to the owners for any damage to any street signs and markers or route
markers during the above described operations.
Concrete Brick and Block Production - Contractor shall provide concrete brick and block from a producer
who utilizes the new QC/QA Program that is in effect on the date that material is received on the project.
EROSION CONTROL
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Mr. Don Smith, Roadside Environmental Engineer, covered erosion control items listed on pages 32-40 in the
contract. He advised that erosion control is very important to DOT.
Page 32 lists types of seed and fertilizer rates. Mr. Smith stated that these Special Provisions are standard.
However, he would like to call attention to the following:
Crimping of Straw - Crimping will be required on this project adjacent to any section of roadway where traffic
is to be maintained or allowed during construction. In areas within 6 feet of the edge of pavement, straw is to
be crimped and them immediately tacked with asphalt tack. Crimping of straw in lieu of asphalt tack will be
allowed on this project subject to the conditions noted on page 34.
Mr. Smith advised that sodding is to be placed under all guaderail and guardrail on the project and requirements
are outlined on pages 34 thru 38, and there is a 60-day observation period for this work. Contractor shall
abide by the requirements set forth and should he have any questions feel free to contact him.
Environmentally Sensitive Areas - This project is located in an Environmentally Sensitive Area This
designation requires special procedures to be used for clearing and grubbing, temporary stream crossing,
and grading operations within the area identified on the plans. This also requires special procedures to be
used for seeding and mulching and staged seeding within the project.
The "Environmentally Sensitive. Area" shall be defined as a 50' (16 meter) buffer zone on both sides of the
stream measured from top of stream bank. Contractor may perform clearing but grubbing. cannot be
performed until Contractor begins grading operations. Erosion control devices shall be installed
immediately following the clearing operation.
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Once grading operations begin, work will progress in a continuous manner until complete.
Contractor shall establish an early stage of vegetation sufficient to restrain erosion immediately following
grade establishment.
Seeding and mulching shall be performed on the areas disturbed by construction immediately following final
grade establishment. No appreciable time shall lapse into the contract time without stabilization of slopes,
ditches and other areas within the "Environmentally Sensitive Areas" as indicated on the erosion control
plans.
Specialized Hand Mowing - Specialized Hand Mowing will be performed around or under fixed objects,
including but not limited to guardrails, signs, barriers and slopes.
Waste Areas and Borrow Sources - Payment for temporary erosion control measured, except those made
necessary by the Contractor's own negligence or for his own convenience, will be paid for under "Lump Sum -
Roadway Construction" for the devices or measures utilized in borrow sources and waste areas.
All erosion and sediment control practices which may be required on a commercial borrow or waste pit will be
done at the Contractor's expense.
Gravel Construction Entrance - Contractor shall install a Gravel Construction Entrance in accordance with the
details in the plans and at locations as directed by the Engineer.
Mr. Burn advised the Project Inspector for DOT that he is to give the Contractor a weekly erosion control list
advising Contractor of items that need to be addressed. These items should be completed in a timely manner.
If the contractor fails to address the items noted his operations would be suspended in accordance with Article
108-7 and 107-13 of the 2002 Standard Specifications.
STRUCTURES
Mr. Bunn covered this portion of the contract. He advised these Special Provisions are standard; however, he
would like to point out the following:
Painting Steel Piles - Contractor shall abide by the conditions stipulated regarding original and repair painting.
End Bent piles shall not be painted.
Epoxy Protective Coating - Mr: Bunn advised the Contractor that he would need to purchase his epoxy
protective coating from the suppliers listed at the bottom of page 43 and top of page 44 of the contract.
No faisework or formwork submittals -are required on this project.
Mr. Bunn reviewed requirements for-drawings, and submittals covered on pages 45 thru the middle of page 54..-
He also called attention to the footnotes on page 54. He pointed out to the Contractor that the following
submittals should be sent directly to his office: Pile Hammer Data, Concrete Mix Design Requests, plan for
demolition of the existing structure..
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Others should be submitted to the Structure Design Unit with a copy to the Resident Engineer. Mr. Greg
Perfetti, PE is the new State Bridge Design Engineer. One possible submittal will be a plan for placing
construction loads (cranes etc.) on the new bridge spans if the contractor determines this is necessary.
Construction, Maintenance and Removal of Temporary Access at Station 24+68.00-L-: Contractor shall
construct, maintain, and remove the temporary access required to provide the working area necessary to
construct the bridge and, if applicable, remove an existing bridge. Temporary access may include other
methods than those outline in this Special Provision; however, all types of temporary access are required to
meet the requirements of all permits, the Standard Specifications and this Special Provision.
Contractor shall not construct or remove causeway during the periods from April 1s` to June 15t`.
Temporary rock causeway will be constructed as stipulated. Complete removal of all causeway materials and
return of the entire causeway footprint to the original contours and elevations within 90 days of the completion
of the deck or as otherwise required by permits. If completion of the bridge falls within the prohibitive dates
for causeway construction or removal, begin causeway removal immediately following the prohibitive dates.
Remove causeway thirty days after it is of no further use, unless within the construction moratorium season.
If noted on the plans, the construction of a temporary work bridge is permitted. Submit details of the
temporary work bridge to the Engineer prior to construction of the work bridge to ensure conformance with
the plans and permits. Completely remove the temporary bridge prior to final acceptance or as otherwise
required by the permits. 4
Mr. Mike Robinson asked the Contractor how he plans to build the new structure. The Contractor advised
that he would prefer to work from the existing bridge.than use a temporary causeway. This will have to be
looked at in the field and a determination made as to best procedure to be used.
Construction of Superstructure - Contractor shall finish and erect prestressed concrete cored slabs &
elastomeric bearings. Construct concrete barrier rail and bridge approach slabs.
All work will be completed in accordance with the contract plans and Standard Specifications except payment
for all items required to complete this work would be a lump sum payment.
Construction of Substructure - Contractor shall furnish and place all reinforcing steel and concrete
necessary to construct all end bents and bents. Exclude all piles from the pay item.
Payment will be lump sum for this work.
PERMITS
Mr. Bunn called on Ms. Jean Manuele to cover this section of the contract. The Army Corps of Engineer and
DEHNR has issued a permit for this project and the Contractor shall comply with all applicable permit
conditions during construction of this project.
Agents of the permitting authority will periodically inspect the project for adherence to the permits.
Should the Contractor propose to utilize construction methods (such as temporary structures or fill in waters
and/or wetlands for haul roads, work platforms, cofferdams, etc.) not specifically identified in the permit
(individual, general or nationwide) authorizing the project it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to
coordinate with the appropriate permit agency to determine what, if any, additional permit action is required.
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The Contractor shall also be responsible for initiating the request for the authorization of such construction
method by the permitting agency. The request shall be submitted through the Engineer. The Contractor shall
not utilize the construction method until it is approved by the permitting agency. The request normally takes
approximately 60 days to process; however, no extensions of time or additional compensation will be granted
for delays resulting from the Contractor's request for approval or construction methods not specifically
identified in the permit.
The Contractor should contain his work within the footprint shown on the plans. Any deviation would be in
violation of the permits. The permit does not cover waste or borrow within wetlands.
All standard procedures will be implemented to avoid or minimize environmental impacts.
Mr. Bunn advised the Contractor he and his personnel should make themselves familiar with the conditions
stipulated in the permits.
Ms. Manuele asked what materials the existing bridge is comprised of, and was advised there are timber piles,
concrete deck, and steel girders and can be taken out without any falling into the stream. Non-shattering
method will be used to disassemble existing bridge. The contractor was given a copy of NCDOT's Best
Management Practices for Bridge Demolition and they were instructed that bridge demolition should comply
with this policy and the 2002 Standard Specifications.
The Contractor advised Mr. Bum that they would like to utilize the existing bridge as much as possible to
construct the new bridge. "Mr. Bums cautioned them that the old bridge may not withstand heavy construction
loads and the design of the new bents may prohibit them from using this method. It is the Contractors
responsibility to investigate these matters and assure the safety of all personnel and proper construction
techniques for the new structure. Mr. Robinson stated that the contractor would still be paid for the temporary
access and may choose to use this money to strengthen the old bridge and utilize it as the temporary access.
Contractor asked if they would be allowed to begin work prior to the availability date. Mr. Bunn advised that
if they wanted to go ahead and install the :detour and construction signs, then cover them, that would be
acceptable; however, he would prefer the Contractor not begin work until date of availability as originally
planned. The contractor is required to give NCDOT twenty-one days notice prior to altering existing traffic
patterns. Beginning work on May 27, 2002 fulfills this requirement.
Some discussion regarding routing of detour traffic over NC 111 and NC 122, as there was some work to be
completed by State Forces. Resident Engineers office is to check and see if this work has been completed.
Eddie Bunn advised the Contractor when he would life for DOT personnel to stake the signs to please let him
know. Mr. Harris asked if concrete monuments or brass monuments are preferred on this project. Mr. Bunn
stated that the physical location of the Right of Way monuments really did not justify installing concrete
monuments. The original brass monuments installed by Location and Surveys are more accurate than the
installing concrete monuments.
Mr. Bunn distributed a brochure from the Division of Air Quality, DENR regarding open burning on the
project. The contractor was instructed to follow these guidelines.
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Two signs to be replaced: "Town Creek' sign and `Bridge ices before Road". This signing is part of the h=p
sum roadway construction pay item
The Contractor presented a letter advising names of persons authorized to sign supplemental agreements in
conjunction with this project.
The Contractor presented his progress schedule. Mr. Burm asked the Contractor if they received the standard
form from the DOT, for preparing his progress schedule. The Contractor advised he had not. Mr. Bums will
secure and forward to the Contractor, the proper form for preparing the progress schedule. The progress
schedule submitted at the pre-construction conference is not acceptable at this time.
There were no further questions and/or comments and the meeting was adjourned.
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY DAVID MCCOY
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
January 29, 2001
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27609
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ATTENTION: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
NCDOT Coordinator
SUBJECT: Edgecombe County, Proposed Replacement of Bridge No. 79 on NC 73
over Town Creek. Federal Aid Project No. BRSTP-43(5), State Project
No. 8.1290701, TIP No. B-3329.
Dear Sir:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace Bridge
No. 79 with a new bridge in existing location and the same elevation. The proposed
project involves the construction of a new structure 130 feet long and approximately 32
feet wide. NCDOT will use a causeway in order to construct the new bridge. Traffic will
be detoured along existing area roads during construction.
Impacts to Waters of the United States
The project will temporarily impact 0.17 acres of jurisdictional wetlands in the
construction of the rock causeway and the bridge. The project will temporarily fill 0.1
acres of jurisdictional wetlands in the construction of the causeway. NCDOT will be
using Class II Rip Rap. The remaining 0.07 acres of impacts will be the result of
mechanized clearing. NCDOT will be using method III mechanized clearing during
construction of the proposed bridge. The construction of the temporary causeway will
result in 0.02 acres of surface water impacts to Town Creek. The length of existing
channel impacted will be 65 linear feet with the construction of the proposed bridge.
There will be 0.02 acres of temporary fill in surface waters from the installation of the
temporary causeways. Surface water impacts associated with the placement of the
temporary causeway are depicted on sheets 3, 4, and 5 of the attached permit drawings.
The existing bridge will be demolished. The existing bridge is composed of a
combination of various timber, steel, and reinforced concrete components, with an
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overlaid asphalt wearing surface. The asphalt wearing surface will be removed prior to
demolition, without dropping it into the water. The timber and steel components will also
be removed in their sequence without dropping these components into the water.
The reinforced concrete components of the bridge may enter Waters of the United States
during demolition. The temporary fill associated with the reinforced concrete is
approximately 45 cubic yards. During construction, Best Management Practices for
Bridge Demolition and Removal will be followed.
Impacts to Tar-Pamlico River Basin Riparian Buffer
The project impacts involving Tar-Pamlico River Basin Riparian Buffer including 0.10
acres of permanent impacts and 0.23 acres of temporary impacts to the buffer
surrounding Town Creek. The buffer impacts to Zone 1 and Zone 2 are broken out in
Table 1. Sediment and erosion is possible from the cleared areas of the proposed buffer
impact sites. Therefore, control basins (temporary silt ditches and rock silt checks) must
be placed in the most effective locations to adequately control any sediment or erosion.
These locations have been determined for the proposed project and include locations
within Zone 2 of the riparian buffers. The locations were selected as the most reasonable
locations with no other practical alternatives available. The control basins proposed for
this project represent the least invasive method of control. Impacts to riparian buffers,
locations of the control basins, and a summary of buffer impacts by zone are depicted on
sheet 9 of the attached permit drawings.
Table 1. Tar-Pamlico River Buffer Impact
Site Permanent Impacts Temporary Impacts
Zone 1 0.04 0.16
Zone 2 0.06 0.07
Totals 0.10 0.23
Federally-Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered, Threatened, Proposed
Endangered, and Proposed Threatened are protected under provisions of Section 7 and
Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. As of June 16, 2000, the
Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) lists two federally protected species for Edgecombe
County (Table 1). The CE (dated November 10, 1998) rendered Biological Conclusions
of "No Effect" for each of these species due to lack of habitat in the project study area.
To date, habitat conditions have not changed within the study area. Additionally, a
review of the NC Natural Heritage Program database of Rare and Unique Habitats on
October 21, 1998 revealed that no known occurrences of red-cockaded woodpecker or
Tar spinymussel occur within one mile of the project area. Therefore, the Biological
Conclusions of "No Effect" remain valid for each of these species.
CWA §404 Nationwide 23 &33 Permit Application 2 of 4
TIP No. B-3329 January 10, 2001

Table 2. Federally-Protected Species for Edgecombe County
Common Name Scientific Name Federal
Status Biological
Conclusion
red-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis E No Effect
Tar spinymussel Elliptio steinstansana E No Effect
"E" denotes Endangered (a species that is in danger of extinction throughout all or a
significant portion of its range).
Avoidance / Minimization
The following is a list of the project's jurisdictional wetland and stream
avoidance/minimization activities proposed or completed by NCDOT.
¦ Avoidance: NCDOT has avoided additional temporary and permanent impacts by
choosing Alternate 1 over Alternate 2. The total impacts to jurisdictional wetlands for
Alternate 2 were approximately 0.30 acres versus 0.17 acres using Alternate 1. The
total impacts to Town Creek for Alternate 2 were 130 linear feet versus 65 feet for
Alternate 1.
¦ Minimization: Best Management Practices will be strictly enforced for sedimentation
and erosion control for the protection of surface waters and wetlands.
¦ Minimization: Best Management Practices for Bridge Demolition and Removal for
the removal of the existing bridge.
Minimization: The use of "Stream Crossing Guidelines for Anadromous Fish
Passage" and the in-water construction moratorium from April through June 15 of
any year.
Project Commitments
• Since anadromous fish utilize Town Creek, NCDOT will comply with the standards in
the policy entitled "Stream Crossing Guidelines for Anadromous Fish Passage (May 12,
1997)." This commitment includes a moratorium on in-water construction activities from
April 1 through June 15 of any year.
• NCDOT will commit to revegetating the area with appropriate plant species, once
construction of the new bridge is complete, and the temporary structure and approaches
have been removed.
• NCDOT will commit to Best Management Practices for Bridge Demolition and
Removal for the removal of the existing bridge.
CWA §404 Nationwide 23 &33 Permit Application 3 of 4
TIP No. B-3329 January 10, 2001

Summary
Proposed project activities are being processed by the Federal Highway Administration
as a programmatic "Categorical Exclusion" in accordance with 23 CFR § 771.115(b).
The NCDOT requests that these activities be authorized by a Nationwide Permit 23 (61
FR 65874, 65916; December 13, 1996). NCDOT is also applying for a Nationwide
Permit 33 for the temporary causeway (0.17 acres temporary wetland impacts, 0.02 acres
of temporary stream impacts, 65 linear feet of stream impact), and any impacts associated
with bridge demolition (45 cubic yards).
Written notification is provided to the N. C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) for
this project per 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) General Certification under
Section 404 Nationwide Permit 23 and 33. However, notification is not required from
DWQ for 401 WQC General Certification for Section 404 Nationwide Permit 23 and 33.
NCDOT does request written authorization from NCDWQ for impacts to Tar-Pamlico
River Buffer areas.
Thank you for your assistance with this project. If you have any questions or need
additional information, please contact Mr. Jared Gray at [phone] ext. 331.
Sincerely,
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William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
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Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington Field Office
Mr. John Hennessy, DWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Highway Design
Mr. D.R. Henderson, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Tim Rountree, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. Jim Trogdon, P.E., 4 Division Engineer
CWA §404 Nationwide 23 &33 Permit Application 4 of 4
TIP No. B-3329 January 10, 2001
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DEM ID: CORPS ACTION ID:
NATIONWIDE PERMIT REQUESTED (PROVIDE NATIONWIDE PERMIT #):23 & 33
PRE-CONSTRUCTION NOTIFICATION APPLICATION
FOR NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE:
1) NOTIFICATION TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
2) APPLICATION FOR SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION
3) COORDINATION WITH THE NC DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
SEND THE ORIGINAL AND (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED FORM TO THE APPROPRIATE
FIELD OFFICE OF THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET).
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). PLEASE PRINT.
1. Owner's NAME: NCDOT
2. MAILING ADDRESS: Project Development and Environmental Analysis
Branch, 1548 Mail Service Center
CITY: Raleigh
SUBDIVISION NAME:
STATE: NC ZIP CODE: 27699-1548
PROJECT LOCATION ADDRESS, INCLUDING SUBDIVISION NAME (IF DIFFERENT FROM
MAILING ADDRESS ABOVE):
3. TELEPHONE NUMBER (HOME):
(WORK): 919-733-3141
4. IF APPLICABLE: AGENT'S NAME OR RESPONSIBLE CORPORATE OFFICIAL,
ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER: William D. Gilmore, P.E.
5. LOCATION OF WORK (PROVIDE A MAP, PREFERABLY A COPY OF USGS
TOPOGRAPHIC MAP OR AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH SCALE):
COUNTY: Edgecombe NEAREST TOWN OR CITY: Pinetops
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SPECIFIC LOCATION (INCLUDE ROAD NUMBERS, LANDMARKS, ETC.):
Bridge 79 on NC 43 northwest of Pinetops.
6. IMPACTED OR NEAREST STREAM/RIVER: Town Creek
RIVER BASIN: Tar-Pamlico
7a. IS PROJECT LOCATED NEAR WATER CLASSIFIED AS TROUT, TIDAL SALTWATER
(SA), HIGH QUALITY WATERS (HQW), OUTSTANDING RESOURCE WATERS (ORW),
WATER SUPPLY (WS-I OR WS-II)? YES [ ] NO [X] IF YES, EXPLAIN:
7b. IS THE PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN A NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF COASTAL
MANAGEMENT AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN (AEC)?YES[ ] NO[X]
7c. IF THE PROJECT IS LOCATED WITHIN A COASTAL COUNTY ('SEE PAGE 7 FOR
LIST OF COASTAL COUNTIES), WHAT IS THE LAND USE PLAN (LUP) DESIGNATION?
8a. HAVE ANY SECTION 404 PERMITS BEEN PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED FOR USE ON
THIS PROPERTY? YES [ ] NO [X] IF YES, PROVIDE ACTION I.D. NUMBER OF
PREVIOUS PERMIT AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (INCLUDE PHOTOCOPY OF 401
CERTIFICATION):
8b. ARE ADDITIONAL PERMIT REQUESTS EXPECTED FOR THIS PROPERTY IN THE
FUTURE? YES [ ] NO [X] IF YES, DESCRIBE ANTICIPATED WORK:
9a. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES IN TRACT OF LAND: N/A
9b. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS LOCATED ON PROJECT
SITE:
N/A
10a. NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT BY:
FILLING: 0.1
FLOODING:
III)
EXCAVATION:
OTHER: 0.07 Mechanized Clearina (Method
DRAINAGE: TOTAL ACRES TO BE IMPACTED: 0.17
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1
10b. (1) STREAM CHANNEL TO BE IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT (IF
RELOCATED, PROVIDE DISTANCE BOTH BEFORE AND AFTER RELOCATION):
LENGTH BEFORE: N/A FT AFTER: N/A FT
WIDTH BEFORE (based on normal high water contours): N/A FT
WIDTH AFTER: N/A FT
AVERAGE DEPTH BEFORE
N/A FT AFTER: N/A FT
(2) STREAM CHANNEL IMPACTS WILL RESULT FROM: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
OPEN CHANNEL RELOCATION: PLACEMENT OF PIPE IN CHANNEL:
CHANNEL EXCAVATION: CONSTRUCTION OF A DAM/FLOODING:
OTHER: Building temporary causeways for the construction of the
proposed bridge using Class II rip rap. Estimated impacts to the stream
are 0.008 ha (0.02 ac).
11. IF CONSTRUCTION OF A POND IS PROPOSED, WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE
WATERSHED DRAINING TO THE POND? N/A
WHAT IS THE EXPECTED POND SURFACE AREA?
N/A
12. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF TYPE OF
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT TO BE USED (ATTACH PLANS: 8 1/2" X 11" DRAWINGS
ONLY): The proposed replacement of Bridge 79 over the Town Creek on NC
43 in Edgecombe County. Temporary causeways are going to be built in
order to install drilled piers to construct the new bridae. Road
construction equipment.
13. PURPOSE OF PROPOSED WORK: To improve safety of the traveling
public by replacing the existing bridge, which received a low efficienc
rating of 4 out of 100. The existing bridge is two lane structure with
poor approaches. The new bridae will be a two lane structure with new
approaches.
14. STATE REASONS WHY IT IS BELIEVED THAT THIS ACTIVITY MUST BE CARRIED
OUT IN WETLANDS. (INCLUDE ANY MEASURES TAKEN TO MINIMIZE WETLAND
IMPACTS): The reason for this activity is to build the temporary
causeway in order to construct the proposed bridge.
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17. DOES THE PROJECT INVOLVE AN EXPENDITURE OF PUBLIC FUNDS OR THE USE
OF PUBLIC (STATE) LAND?
YES [X] NO [] (IF NO, GO TO 18)
a. IF YES, DOES THE PROJECT REQUIRE PREPARATION OF AN
ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE NORTH
CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT?
YES [X] NO [
b. IF YES, HAS THE DOCUMENT BEEN REVIEWED THROUGH.THE NORTH
CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION STATE CLEARINGHOUSE?
YES [X] NO [I
IF ANSWER TO 17b IS YES, THEN SUBMIT APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION FROM THE
STATE CLEARINGHOUSE TO DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REGARDING
COMPLIANCE WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THE STATE CLEARINGHOUSE REVIEW PROCESS SHOULD BE
DIRECTED TO MS. CHRYS BAGGETT, DIRECTOR STATE CLEARINGHOUSE, NORTH
CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION, 116 WEST JONES STREET, RALEIGH,
NORTH CAROLINA 27603-8003, TELEPHONE [phone].
18. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS SHOULD BE INCLUDED WITH THIS APPLICATION IF
PROPOSED ACTIVITY INVOLVES THE DISCHARGE OF EXCAVATED OR FILL MATERIAL
INTO WETLANDS:
a. WETLAND DELINEATION MAP SHOWING ALL WETLANDS, STREAMS, LAKES
AND PONDS ON THE PROPERTY (FOR NATIONWIDE PERMIT NUMBERS 14, 18, 21,
26, 29, AND 38). ALL STREAMS (INTERMITTENT AND PERMANENT) ON THE
PROPERTY MUST BE SHOWN ON THE MAP. MAP SCALES SHOULD BE 1 INCH EQUALS
50 FEET OR 1 INCH EQUALS 100 FEET OR THEIR EQUIVALENT.
b. IF AVAILABLE, REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOGRAPH OF WETLANDS TO BE
IMPACTED BY PROJECT.
C. IF DELINEATION WAS PERFORMED BY A CONSULTANT, INCLUDE ALL DATA
SHEETS RELEVANT TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE DELINEATION LINE.
d. ATTACH A COPY OF THE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN IF REQUIRED.
e. WHAT IS LAND USE OF SURROUNDING PROPERTY? rural
f. IF APPLICABLE, WHAT IS PROPOSED METHOD OF SEWAGE DISPOSAL.?
N/A
g. SIGNED AND DATED AGENT AUTHORIZATION LETTER, IF APPLICABLE.

NOTE: WETLANDS OR WATERS OF THE U.S. MAY NOT BE IMPACTED PRIOR TO:
1) ISSUANCE OF A SECTION 404 CORPS OF ENGINEERS PERMIT,
2) EITHER THE ISSUANCE OR WAIVER OF A 401 DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (WATER QUALITY) CERTIFICATION, AND
3) (IN THE TWENTY COASTAL COUNTIES ONLY), A LETTER FROM THE
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT STATING THE PROPOSED
ACTIVITY IS CONSISTENT WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA COASTAL MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM.
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OWNER'S/AGENT'S SIGNATURE DATE
(AGENT'S SIGNATURE VALID ONLY
IF AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM
THE OWNER IS PROVIDED (18g.))
ENDANGERED SPECIES:
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
RALEIGH FIELD OFFICE
P.O. BOX 33726
RALEIGH, NC 27636-3726
TELEPHONE [phone]
HISTORIC RESOURCES:
AGENCY ADDRESSES
NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE
HABITAT CONSERVATION DIVISION
PIVERS ISLAND
BEAUFORT, NC 28516
TELEPHONE [phone]
STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
N.C. DIVISION OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY
109 EAST JONES STREET
RALEIGH, NC 27601
TELEPHONE [phone]
STATE'REGULATORY AGENCIES:
MR. JOHN DORNEY
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL
RESOURCES
4401 REEDY CREEK ROAD
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27607
TELEPHONE [phone]
CORPS OF ENGINEERS FIELD OFFICES:
RALEIGH REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
6508 FALLS OF THE NEUSE ROAD,
SUITE 120
RALEIGH, NC 27615
TELEPHONE [phone]
WASHINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
POST OFFICE BOX 1000
WASHINGTON, NC 27889-1000
TELEPHONE [phone]
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
ASHEVILLE FIELD OFFICE
160 2ILLICOA STREET
ASHEVILLE, NC 28801
TELEPHONE[phone]
MR. STEVE BENTON
DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL
RESOURCES
POST OFFICE BOX 27687
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27611-7687
TELEPHONE [phone]
ASHEVILLE REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
151 PATTON AVENUE, ROOM 143
ASHEVILLE, NC 28801-5006
TELEPHONE [phone]
WILMINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
POST OFFICE BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NC 28402-1890
TELEPHONE [phone]
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Edgecombe County
Bridge No. 79, on NC 43
Over Town Creek
Federal Aid Project BRSTP-43(5)
State Project 8.1290701
TIP Project B-3329 010 13
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION.
RE-EVALUATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
AND
N.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
APPROVED:
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Date
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William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Nicholas L. Graf, P.E.
Division Administrator, FHWA

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Edgecombe County,
Bridge No. 79, on NC 43
Over Town Creek
Federal Aid Project BRSTP-43(5)
State Project 8.1290701
TIP Project B-3329
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
RE-EVALUATION
Documentation Prepared in Project Development and Environmental Analysis
Branch By:
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Dennis Pipkin
Project Planning Engineer
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Date Lubin V. Prevatt, P.E., Assistant Manager
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY 1548 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1548
GOVERNOR
B-3329, Edgecombe County:
DAVID MCCOY
SECRETARY
The Categorical Exclusion (CE) Document for the above project was signed on February 22, 1999. The
recommended alternate was Alternate 2, which recommended replacing the bridge at the existing location. Traffic
would be maintained on site by a temporary detour structure located just to the east of the existing bridge.
The main reason that Alternate 2 was selected was because of concerns about safety of the proposed offsite
detour with Alternate 1. The Division Engineer stated that a temporary on-site detour should be favored and
expressed concerns about specific locations on off-site detours, noting that there are five intersecting roads at
Wiggins Crossroads (SR 1003, SR 1205, and NC I I I/NC 122), and a restricted sight distance for detouring traffic at
the intersection of NC 111 and NC 122.
Subsequent to CE Document approval, the Division made improvements to the intersection at Wiggins
Crossroads, eliminating one of the intersecting roads. Also, the Division expressed that the concerns about the sight
distance at the intersection of NC 111 and NC 122 were not as serious as originally considered.
The above actions reduced safety concerns and enabled NCDOT to re-evaluate the alternates, and to
consider newer cost estimates, attached. This reexamination revealed that Alternate I should now be the
recommended alternate.
Thus, the recommended alternate is now described as follows:
Alternate One: Replace bridge on existing location with a new structure. Approximately 500 feet of
approach roadway work will be required. Traffic will be detoured along existing roads as shown in Figure 1,
attached. This alternate includes $275,000 for resurfacing of detour roads to provide sufficient strength to
accommodate traffic volume. Improvements to the detour route will not involve work outside the existing rights-of-
way, and no changes to the existing cross-section of detour routes will be involved.
The FHWA and the NCDOT Division Engineer concur with the selection of Alternate 1.
NCDOT recommends that Alternate 1 be constructed, since new data shows it to be the most cost-effective
of the alternates considered. Also, Alternate I will have a smaller environmental impact, since an on-site detour
structure is not necessary. Expenditure of funds to improve the detour will also be an investment in our road system,
and will provide for better transportation in future years.
Alternate 1 will not involve new environmental impacts, structures in watercourses, or impacts to historic
properties, or new right-of-way. Alternate 1 will be limited to resurfacing the existing pavement. Improvements to
the detour route will not involve work outside the existing rights-of-way.
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Funding Details for Resurfacing:
Resurfacing of the detour route will be accomplished by NCDOT 4"' Division, by Division Purchase Order
Contract. Federal bridge funds will be used for the resurfacing. Division 4 will request authorization for these funds
through the NCDOT Project Management Unit, Raleigh, indicating that the resurfacing contract is considered part of
TIP Project B-3329. The 4`h Division will submit the engineer's estimate for resurfacing to the Project Management
Unit. FHWA has agreed to authorize funds based on this procedure.
Summary:
This re-evaluation provides for the following changes to the Categorical Exclusion Document:
(1) Selection of Alternate One as the recommended alternate, rather than Alternate Two.
(2) Just as originally described in the Categorical Exclusion Document, resurfacing of the off-site detour
route is included in Alternate One.
(3) Funding for resurfacing of the detour route will be by federal funds, accomplished by Division Purchase
Order Contract.
(4) NCDOT 4'11 Division will coordinate with Project Management Unit, Raleigh, to receive funds for the
Purchase Order Contract.
Conclusion:
Thus it is concluded that the change in alternate selection as a result of this re-evaluation will have no new
environmental effects. The remainder of the CE Document signed on February 22, 1999, is unchanged, and a new
document is not required. This memorandum is considered an addendum to the original CE Document.
Attachments: Cost Data, Location Map.

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Structure
Roadway Approaches
Resurface Detour Route
Structure Removal
Temporary Detour Structure
Mobilization
Engineering and Contingencies
Total Construction Cost
Right-of-Way and Utilities
Total Project Cost
COST ESTIMATE
Re-Evaluation Addendum, B-3329
Alternate 1 Alternate 2 Alternate 3
(Recommended )
(Off-site Detour) (On-site Detour)
$ 254,000 $ 254,000 $ 254,000
203,000 595,000 771,000
275,000 Not Applicable Not Applicable
30,000 30,000 30,000
Not Applicable 100,000 Not Applicable
122,000 326,000 316,000
91,000 195,000 229,000
$975,000 1,500,000 1,600,000
23,000 24,000 29,000
$ 998,000 $1,524,000 $1,629,000

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REPLACE BRIDGE NO. 79 ON NC 43
OVER TOWN CREEK
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Studied Detour Route 40
Edgecombe County
Bridge No. 79, on NC 43
Over Town Creek
Federal Aid Project BRSTP-43(5)
State Project 8.1290701
TIP Project B-3329
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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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N.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS

William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Nicholas L. Graf, P.E.
Division Administrator, FHWA
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Edgecombe County,
Bridge No. 79, on NC 43
Over Town Creek
Federal Aid Project BRSTP-43(5)
State Project 8.1290701
TIP Project B-3329
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
February 1999
Documentation Prepared in Project Development and Environmental Analysis
Branch By:
Date Dennis Pipkin, P.E.
Project Planning Engineer
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Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Edgecombe County,
Bridge No. 79, on NC 43
Over Town Creek
Federal Aid Project BRSTP-43(5)
State Project 8.1290701
TIP Project B-3329
1. SUMMARY OF PROJECT:
NCDOT proposes to replace Bridge No. 79, in Edgecombe County. Bridge
No. 79 carries NC 43 over Town Creek, in the south central part of Edgecombe
County. NCDOT and FHWA classify this action as a Categorical Exclusion, due
to the fact that no notable environmental impacts are likely to occur as a result
of project construction. NCDOT will replace Bridge No. 79 on the existing
location as shown in Figure 2. The new bridge will be approximately 130 feet in
length, and 32 feet in overall width. A travelway of approximately 24 feet will be
accommodated, with an offset of 4 feet on each side. The new bridge will be at
approximately the same elevation as the existing bridge, and will not require
substantial new work on approach roadways.
A temporary on-site detour bridge will be constructed to the east of the
existing bridge to accommodate traffic during construction. The temporary bridge
structure will be approximately 102 feet in length, with a roadway elevation
approximately 6 feet below that of the existing bridge. The necessary roadway
length for the temporary detour will extend beyond an existing culvert south of
the bridge, thus requiring a temporary crossing structure at that location. This
additional temporary structure will consist of 2 @ 72 inch pipes located east of
the existing culvert, with a roadway elevation approximately 6 feet below that of
the existing roadway.
The estimated cost for this project is $978,120; including $23,120 for
Right-of-Way acquisition and $955,000 for construction. The estimated cost
projected by the Draft 2000-2006 Transportation Improvement Program is
$680,000; including $90,000 in prior-year cost, $50,000 for Right-of-Way
acquisition, and $ 540,000 for construction.
II. ANTICIPATED DESIGN EXCEPTIONS:
No design exceptions are anticipated for this project.
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III. SUMMARY OF PROJECT COMMITMENTS:
All standard measures to avoid or minimize environmental impacts, and all
applicable Best Management Practices will be installed and.properly maintained
during construction. In accordance with the provisions of the Clean Water Act
(33 U.S.C. 1344), a permit will be required from the US Army Corps of
Engineers for the discharge of dredged or fill material into "Waters of the United
States." A Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit number 23 (Categorical
Exclusion) is likely to be applicable to this bridge replacement project. A North
Carolina Division of Water Quality Section 401 permit will be obtained prior to
issuance of the Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit number 23.
Since anadromous fish utilize Town Creek, NCDOT will comply with the
standards in the policy entitled "Stream Crossing Guidelines for Anadromous Fish
Passage (May 12, 1997)." This commitment includes a moratorium on
in-water construction activities from April 1 through June 15.
The temporary detour structure and approaches will be removed after the
new bridge is completed, and the area will be revegetated with native species.
IV. EXISTING CONDITIONS
NCDOT classifies NC 43 as a Rural Major Collector in the Statewide
Functional Classification System. The land use of the surrounding area is
primarily farming and rural residential, with sparse areas of commercial/retail
development. A county high school is located two miles north of the bridge at
the intersection of NC 43 and SR 1003.
Near Bridge No. 79, NC 43 is a two lane, paved facility, with a 24 foot
travelway, with 4 foot paved shoulders on each side, and 6 foot wide or greater
grassed shoulders on each side.
Vertical alignment in both directions is good, and horizontal alignment is
good. The bridge lies on a tangent section approximately 500 feet in length
between two reverse curves.
NCDOT built Bridge No. 79 in 1952. The bridge has an asphalt overlay
wearing surface on a reinforced concrete floor. This floor is placed on a timber
joist and timber floor system on steel I-beams. The bridge has end bents and
interior bents of reinforced concrete caps on timber piles. The deck of Bridge No.
79 is 18 feet above the stream bed. Water depth in Town Creek is approximately
6 feet at the bridge vicinity. Bridge No. 79 is 127 feet long, with a 26.2 foot
roadway width. It carries two lanes of traffic and the load limit is 27 tons for
Single Vehicles and 36 tons for Truck-Tractor Semi-Trailers.
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According to Bridge Maintenance records, the bridge's sufficiency rating is
4.0 out of a possible 100.0. The current traffic volume is 3,600 vehicles per day
(VPD), projected to increase to 8,000 VPD by the design year (2025). No speed
limit is posted in area, therefore it is assumed to be 55 mph by statute.
Traffic Engineering accident records indicate there were five vehicle
crashes reported in the vicinity of Bridge No. 79 between May 1, 1994, and
April 30, 1997. Two crashes were the result of colliding with animals on the
road, two involved vehicles leaving the travelway, and one was a sideswipe (hit
and run) accident. One of the above crashes was a fatality involving collision
with the bridge rail after leaving the travelway.
The Transportation Director of Edgecombe. County Schools indicates that
there are six school busses crossing the bridge twice each day, (12 trips per
day). Due to the availability of an off-site detour, road closure would not
substantially impact school bus operations.
NC 43 is not designated as a bicycle route, and there is no indication that
an unusual number of bicyclists use this road.
V. ALTERNATES:
Three methods of replacing Bridge No. 79 were studied. Each alternate
involves a replacement bridge approximately 130 feet long and 32 feet wide. The
replacement structure will accommodate a 24 foot travelway across the bridge
with a 4 foot lateral offset on each side. The approach roadway will consist of a
24 foot travelway plus a 4 foot paved shoulder on each side. Total shoulder
width including grassed portions will be a minimum of 6 feet on each side.
The project alternates were studied as follows:
Alternate One: Replace bridge on existing location with a new structure.
Approximately 500 feet of approach roadway work would be required. Traffic
would be detoured along existing roads as shown in Figure 1. This alternate
includes resurfacing of detour roads to provide sufficient strength to
accommodate traffic volume.
Alternate Two: (Recommended) Replace bridge on existing location with a new
structure. This alternate would involve approximately 500 feet of approach work.
Traffic would be maintained on-site during construction on a detour structure
located just east of the existing structure.
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Alternate Three: Replace bridge on new location approximately 50 feet east of
the existing bridge. This alternate would involve approximately 1750 feet of new
approach roadway. Traffic would be maintained on the existing structure during
construction of the new bridge.
The "do-nothing" alternate is not practical, requiring eventual closing of the road
as the existing bridge completely deteriorates. The sufficiency rating of the
existing bridge is only 4.0 out of 100.0. Rehabilitation of the existing
deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor economical.
VI. COST ESTIMATE
Estimated costs of the alternates studied are as follows:
Structure
Roadway Approaches
Resurface Detour Route
Structure Removal
Temporary Detour
Mobilization
Engineering and
Contingencies
Total Construction Cost
Right-of-Way and Utilities
Total Project Cost
Alternate 1 Alternate 2 Alternate 3
(Recommended)
$ 253,500 $ 253,500 $ 253,500
142,644 132,280 771,215
163,500 -0- -0-
29,976 29,976 29,976
-0- 216,500 -0-
177,380 187,744 316,309
133,000 135,000 229,000
900,000 955,000 1,600,000
22,500 23,120 28,460
$ 922,500 $ 978,120 $ 1,628,460
Alternate 3 was eliminated from further consideration due to its substantially
higher cost.
VII. RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS
NCDOT will replace Bridge No. 79 on the existing location, as shown in
Figure 1. Traffic will be maintained on site by a temporary detour structure
located just to the east of the existing bridge (Alternate 2).
NCDOT will replace Bridge No. 79 with a new bridge that will be
approximately 130 feet in length, and 32 feet in clear width. A travelway of
approximately 24 foot width will be accommodated, with an offset of 4 feet on
each side. The new bridge will be at approximately the same elevation as the
existing bridge.
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A temporary on-site detour bridge will be constructed to the east of the
existing bridge to accommodate traffic during construction. The temporary bridge
structure will be approximately 102 feet in length, with a roadway elevation
approximately 6 feet below that of the existing bridge. The necessary roadway
length for the temporary detour will extend beyond an existing culvert south of
the bridge, thus requiring a temporary crossing structure at that location. This
additional temporary structure will consist of 2 @ 72 inch pipes located .
downstream of the existing culvert, with a roadway elevation approximately
6 feet below that of the existing roadway.
The project will require approximately 500 feet of approach work.
Initial design indicates the completed project will provide a design speed of
approximately 55 MPH.
The approach roadway will consist of a 24 foot travelway plus a 4 foot
paved shoulder on each side. Total shoulder width including grassed portions will
be a minimum of 6 feet on each side.
Where design requires guardrail, the shoulder will be at least 9 feet wide .
The new structure and roadway approaches will be at approximately the same
elevation as the existing roadway.
NCDOT recommends Alternate 2 be constructed, since it is the most cost-
effective of the alternates considered. This alternate has the additional advantage
of maintaining traffic on-site. Alternate 1 (road closure with offsite detour) would
result in road-user costs of approximately $ 456,192, based on vehicles
travelling an additional 1.65 miles daily for 8 months.
The environmental impacts of the recommended Alternate 2 are slightly
more than Alternate 1. However, neither of the alternates has the potential of
causing substantial impacts to the environment.
The Division Engineer concurs with the selection of Alternate 2. He states
that a temporary on-site detour should be favored because available off-site
detours are less than desirable. The Division Engineer expressed concerns about
specific locations on off-site detours, noting that there are five intersecting roads
at Wiggins Crossroads, and a restricted sight distance at the intersection of NC
111 and NC 122.
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VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
A. General Environmental Effects
The project is considered to be a "Categorical Exclusion" (CE) due to its
limited scope and insubstantial environmental consequences.
The bridge project will not have a substantial adverse effect on the quality of
the human or natural environment with the use of current NCDOT standards and
specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning
regulation. No change in land use is expected to result from construction of the
project. No adverse effect on families or communities is anticipated. Right-of-
way acquisition will be limited.
No adverse effect on public facilities or services is expected. The project is
not expected to adversely affect social, economic or religious opportunities in the
area.
No publicly owned parks, recreational facilities or wildlife or waterfowl
refuges of national, state, or local significance are in the vicinity of the project.
Construction of Alternate 2 will not have a substantial adverse impact on the
floodplain or associated flood hazard. The elevation of the 100-year flood will not
be increased by more than 12 inches. .
NCDOT expects utility conflicts to be low for a project of this size and
magnitude.
There are no known hazardous waste sites in the project area.
B. Architectural & Archaeological Resources
Architectural Resources
A meeting was held with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to
evaluate potential effects of the project. No historic structures are located within
the area of potential effect; therefore, the SHPO recommended by letter dated
December 5, 1997 (see appendix) that no historic surveys be conducted for the
project.
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Archaeological Resources
The SHPO indicated by letter dated December 5, 1997 (see appendix) that
there were no known recorded archaeological sites within the area of potential
effect. However, the SHPO recommended that an archaeological survey be
conducted to determine if any such resources are located in the area. This survey
was accomplished by NCDOT archaeologists, and documented in a study report
by Gerold F. Glover, Ph.D., dated September 1998. This investigation recorded
no prehistoric archaeological evidence, and no further archaeological work was
recommended. The SHPO concurred with the NCDOT report in their letter of
February 10, 1999 (see appendix). Thus, it is concluded that the project will
have no effect on archaeological resources.
C. Natural Systems
PHYSICAL RESOURCES
Geology
Soil and water resources, which occur in the study area, are discussed
below. Soils and availability of water directly influence composition and
distribution of flora and fauna in any biotic community. The project study area
lies within the Coastal Plain Physiographic Province. The topography in this
section of Edgecombe County is characterized by broad, slightly convex areas
that are rounded along the drainageways. Topography in the project area is
relatively flat since it is located in a wide flood plain area associated with Town
Creek. Project elevation is approximately 20 feet above mean sea level (msl).
Soils
Three soil phases occur within project boundaries:
Bibb loam, 0-2 percent slopes: This is a poorly drained soil that occurs on
nearly level, long, narrow to moderate broad areas on floodplains. Permeability is
moderate, runoff is medium, and the seasonal high water table is located at 1.5
feet below the surface. Flooding occurs commonly for brief periods, usually in
late winter and early spring. Bibb loam is listed as hydric. Flooding and wetness
are major limitations for this soil.
Pactolus loamy sand, 0-2 percent slopes: This is a moderately well drained
to somewhat poorly drained soil that occurs on broad flats, in depressions, and
on smooth low ridges on uplands and stream terraces. Permeability is rapid,
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runoff is medium, and the seasonal high water table is located at 2.5 feet below
the surface. Small areas of soil are subject to flooding. Wetness and
susceptibility to leaching are the main limitations.
Tarboro loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes: This is a somewhat
excessively drained soil that occurs on low ridges on stream terraces.
Permeability is rapid, runoff is rapid, and the seasonal high water table is located
at a depth 6.0 feet below the surface. Leaching of plant nutrients, soil blowing,
and available water capacity are the main limitations.
Soil core samples taken throughout the project area revealed soils with a
loamy to loamy sand texture. The soils did exhibit hydric conditions, such as low
chroma colors, in low areas of the flood plain. Therefore, hydric soil indicators,
as defined in the "Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual", 1987, were
observed within the project study area.
Waters Impacted
Town Creek will be the only surface water resource directly impacted by
the proposed project (Figure 2). Town Creek is located in sub-basin 030303 of
the Tar-Pamlico River Basin. Town Creek is a tributary to the Tar River, and has
its confluence with the river approximately 3.0 miles stream channel distance
downstream of Bridge No. 79.
Town Creek, at Bridge No. 79, is approximately 50 feet wide and has an
average depth of 2.5 feet at this location. The substrate is composed of silt,
sandy clay and corbicula shell material. The waters of Town Creek were very
turbid at the time of the survey, yielding a visibility of about 1.5 feet.
Best Usage Classification
The classification of Town Creek [index no. 28-831 is C NSW. The Class C
uses include aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife, secondary
recreation and agriculture. The supplemental classification of NSW denotes
Nutrient Sensitive Waters, which requires limitations on nutrient inputs.
Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS-I: undeveloped
watersheds or WS-II: predominately undeveloped watersheds) nor Outstanding
Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 1.0 mile of the project study area.
Water Quality
The DWQ has initiated a whole basin approach to water quality
management for the 17 river basins within the state. To accomplish this goal *the
DWQ collects biological, chemical and physical data that can be used in
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basinwide assessment and planning. All basins are reassessed every five years.
Prior to the implementation of the basinwide approach to water quality
management, the Benthic Macroinvertebrate Ambient Network (managed by the
DEM) assessed water quality by sampling for benthic macroinvertebrate
organisms at fixed monitoring sites throughout the state. There are two
monitoring sites on Town Creek located within 1.0 mile downstream of the
project area, on SR 1202. These sites were sampled once in May 1992 and
received a rating of Fair.
The North Carolina Index of Biotic Integrity (NCIBI) is a method for
assessing a stream's biological integrity by examining the structure and health of
its fish community. The NCIBI summarizes the effects of all classes of factors
influencing aquatic faunal communities. The index. incorporates information about
species richness and composition, trophic composition, fish abundance, and fish
condition (DEM 1995).
The assessment of biological integrity using the NCIBI is provided by the
cumulative assessment of 12 parameters (metrics). The values provided by these
metrics are converted into scores on a 1, 3, 5 scale. A score of 5 represents
conditions expected for undisturbed streams in the specific river basin or
ecoregion., while a score of 1 indicates that the conditions vary greatly from
those expected in an undisturbed stream of the region. The scores are summed
to attain the overall NCIBI score (DEM, 1995). The NCIBI score is then assigned
an integrity class, which ranges from No Fish to Excellent. The fisheries study
done on Town Creek was sampled on July 8, 1992, 2.4 miles Northwest of
Pinetops.. There were eighteen species of fish representing nine families,
indicating a good level of diversity at this site. Length frequency distributions
were diverse indicating no reproductive problems. Trophic composition was
good. There was an intermediate percentage of tolerant species collected at this
location. This site received a NCIBI score of 50, which placed it in the good
range.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts
Project construction may result in the following impacts to surface waters:
1. Increased sedimentation and siltation from construction and/or erosion.
2. Changes in light incidence and water clarity due to increased
sedimentation and vegetation removal.
3. Alteration of water levels and flows due to interruption and/or additions to
surface and ground water flow from construction.
4. Changes in water temperature due to streamside vegetation removal.
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5. Increased nutrient loading during construction via runoff from exposed
areas.
6. Potential concentration of toxic compounds from highway runoff,
construction and toxic spills.
Precautions will be taken to minimize impacts to water resources in the
study area. NCDOT's Best Management Practices (BMP) for the Protection of
Water Supply Watersheds will be strictly enforced during the construction stage
of the project.
BIOTIC RESOURCES
Terrestrial Communities
Three distinct terrestrial communities are identified in the project study
area: Hardwood forest, bottomland hardwood forest, and maintained/disturbed.
Community boundaries within the study area are well defined without a
substantial transition zone between them. The Bottomland Hardwood Forest has
the wetland community associated within its boundaries. Faunal species likely to
occur within the study area will exploit all communities for shelter and foraging
opportunities or as movement corridors. Species observed during the site visit
are denoted with an asterisk.
Hardwood Forest. The hardwood forest is present along the Town Creek
corridor and it is very extensive in the southern and northern ends of project
area. The change from hardwood forest to maintained/disturbed community is
due to regular roadside maintenance. Intermittent flooding during high flow
periods drives the hydrology of the hardwood forest. Periodic. flooding provides
nutrient input through sediment deposition making this system very productive.
However, periodic flooding can also be a destructive factor during large storm
events by undercutting banks and eroding soils.
The canopy is composed of ironwood, water oak, white oak, American
beech, winged elm, pignut hickory, and white mulberry. The shrub layer consists
of saplings from the canopy trees, and also flowering dogwood, American holly,
Chinese privet, horse sugar, blue haw, strawberry bush, and gooseberry.
Muscadine grape, fox grape, and yellow jessamine comprise the vine layer of this
community.
Wildlife associated with the hardwood forest include: two-lined
salamander, spring peeper, gray squirrel* and opossum*. White-tailed deer*, will
use this forest community for cover and will forage on twigs and leaves as well
as mast.
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Avian species utilizing the hardwood forest include: the northern
mockingbird*, Carolina wren*, Carolina chickadee*, tufted titmouse*, red-eyed
vireo*, and blue-gray gnatcatcher*. The red-bellied woodpecker is a permanent
resident in this community type.
Bottomland Hardwood Forest Community. The bottomland hardwood
forest is restricted to areas adjacent to the stream banks. The change between
bottomland hardwood forest and the hardwood forest communities is a gradual
transition, due to soil wetness and topographic position. Periodic flooding during
high flow periods drives the bottomland hardwood forest. Periodic flooding
provides input through sediment deposition making this system very productive.
However, periodic flooding can also be a destructive factor during large storm
events by undercutting banks and eroding soils.
The canopy is composed of sweet gum, red maple, river birch,
sycamore, and willow oak. The shrub layer consists of saplings of the canopy
trees along with, Chinese privet. the herb layers consisted of Cardinal flower,
arrowhead, lizard tail, Virginia dayflower, and water pepper. The vine layer was
comprised of green brier.
The wildlife that inhabits the bottomland hardwood forest includes: the
green tree frog*, cottonmouth, raccoon*, white-tailed deer*, and opossum.
The avian species which occurs in this habitat include the barred owl,
prothonotary warbler*, northern parula warbler*, belted kingfisher*, and wood
duck*.
Maintained / Disturbed Community. The maintained / disturbed community
is mainly restricted to the road shoulders along NC 43 and are present along the
entire length of the project. However, there are some disturbed areas in the
northern portions of the southwest and northwest quadrants of the project. The
flora for the regularly maintained areas include: crabgrass, bead grass,.foxtail
grass, fescue, beggars tick, horse nettle, trumpet vine, partridge pea, and Asiatic
dayflower.
The flora for the infrequently maintained/disturbed community includes:
Chinese privet, pokeweed, greenbrier, Japanese honeysuckle, poison ivy,
Japanese grass, dog fennel*, winged sumac*, goldenrod*, frost grape*, and
muscadine grape*.
Wetland Communities. The wetland community associated with the
project site consists of areas adjacent to Town Creek and an overflow channel or
culvert. These areas are Hardwood flats that are saturated, contain water stained
leaves and show signs of a drainage pattern. The soils from 0-3 inches, have a
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Munsell color notation of 10YR 3/1 and from 3-> 12 inches, color notation is
10YR 4/1. The soil textures varies from a silt loam to a sandy loam. The
vegetation is the same as the plants in the Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Community.
Aquatic Communities. One aquatic community, Town Creek, will be
impacted by the proposed project. Physical characteristics of the water body and
condition of the water resource influence flora and faunal composition of aquatic
communities. Terrestrial communities adjacent to a water resource also greatly
influence aquatic communities. The flora that was observed for this section of
Town Creek includes; duckweed, swamp mallow, and Asiatic dayflower.
Fauna associated with the aquatic community includes various
invertebrate and vertebrate species. Prey fish including shiners, chubs, provide
foraging opportunities for pumpkinseed sunfish and bluegill. Yellow bullhead
catfish and largemouth bass provide a sport fishery in this reach of Town Creek.
Invertebrates that would be present include; crayfish and nymphal stages of,
dragonflies and damselflies. The bullfrog, pickerel frog, snapping turtle, northern
water snake, Asiatic clam, and mussels are common permanent residents in this
community.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts. Any construction related activities in or
near these resources have the potential to impact biological functions. This
section quantifies and qualifies impacts to the natural resources in terms of area
impacted and ecosystems affected. Temporary and permanent impacts are
considered.
Calculated impacts to terrestrial resources reflect the relative abundance of
each community present within the study area. Project construction will result in
clearing and degradation of portions of these communities. Table 1 summarizes
potential quantitative losses to these biotic communities, resulting from project
construction. Estimated impacts are derived using the entire proposed right of
way width of 100.0 feet. Usually, project construction does not require the
entire right of way, therefore, actual impacts may be considerably less.
Temporary impacts are due to the construction of the on site detour. The
temporary detour structure and approaches will be removed after the new bridge
is completed, and the area will be revegetated with native species. The proposed
ROW for alternates 1 and 2 are listed below:
Alternate 1: 50 feet on each side of the existing bridge
Alternate 2: 40 feet to the west of the existing bridge and 100 feet to
the east of the existing bridge.
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TABLE 1 _ Anticinated Imnacts to Biotic Communities
Community Alternate 1
Permanent Alternate 2
Temporary Alternate 2
Permanent Alternate 2
Total
Maintained/Disturbed .22 .35 .22 .57
Hardwood Forest .06 .17 .06 .23
Bottomland Hardwood
Forest .35 .12 .35 .47
Wetland Communities .03 .22 .03 .25
Totals .66 .86 .66 1.52
Note: Values cited are in acres.
Plant communities found within the proposed project area serve as
nesting and sheltering habitat for various wildlife. Replacing Bridge No. 79 and
its associated improvements will reduce habitat for faunal species, thereby
diminishing faunal numbers. However, due to the size and scope of this project,
it is anticipated that impacts to fauna will be minimal. Areas modified by
construction (but not paved) will become road shoulders and early successional
habitat. Reduced habitat will displace some wildlife further from the roadway
while attracting other wildlife by the creation of earlier successional habitat.
Animals temporarily displaced by construction activities will repopulate areas
suitable for the species.
Aquatic communities are sensitive to even small changes in their
environment. Stream channelization, scouring, siltation, sedimentation and
erosion from construction- related work would effect water quality and biological
constituents. Although direct impacts may be temporary, environmental impacts
from these construction processes may result in long term or irreversible effects.
Impacts often associated with in-stream construction include increased
channelization and scouring of the streambed. In-stream construction alters the
stream substrate and may remove streamside vegetation at the site.
Disturbances to the substrate will produce siltation, which clogs the gills and/or
feeding mechanisms of benthic organisms (sessile filter-feeders and deposit-
feeders), fish and amphibian species. Benthic organisms can also be covered by
excessive amounts of sediment. These organisms are slow to recover or
repopulate a stream.
The removal of streamside vegetation and placement of fill material at the
construction site alters the terrain. Alterations of the stream bank enhance the
likelihood of erosion and sedimentation. Revegetation stabilizes and holds the
soil, thus mitigating these processes. Erosion and sedimentation carry soils, toxic
compounds and other materials into aquatic communities at the construction
site. These processes magnify turbidity and can cause the formation of sandbars
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at the site and downstream, thereby altering water flow and the growth of
vegetation. Streamside alterations also lead to more direct sunlight penetration
and to elevations of water temperatures, which may impact many species.
SPECIAL TOPICS
Jurisdictional Waters of the United States
Surface waters and wetlands fall under the broad category of "Waters of
the United States," as defined in Section 33 of the Code of Federal Register
(CFR) Part 328.3. Wetlands, defined in 33 CFR 328.3, are those areas that are
inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and duration
sufficient to support, and under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence
of vegetation typically adapted to life in saturated conditions. Any action that
proposes to place fill into these areas falls under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers (COE) under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.
1344).
Characteristics of Wetlands and Surface Waters. Wetlands are present
within the project area, and are associated with the bottomland hardwood forest.
The wetlands can be described as palustrine forested broad-leaved deciduous
seasonally flooded (PFO1 C; Cowardin, et al), or piedmont/low mountain alluvial
forest (Schafale and Weakley, 1990). Soils within the wetland areas have a silty
texture and a Munsell color notation of 10YR 5/1. Hydrological indicators include
saturated soil, the presence of oxidized rhizospheres and drift lines. Vegetation
within the wetlands include overcup oak, green ash, red maple, boxelder, tulip
poplar, lizard's tail, and arrowhead.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts. Anticipated impacts to wetland areas
are determined by using the entire project ROW width of 100.0 feet. Wetland
impacts pertaining to Alternate 1 have been determined to be 0.03 acres.
Impacts to wetlands that would occur by using Alternate 2 have been
determined to be 0.25 acres, including 0.22 acres temporary and 0.03 acres
permanent. Temporarily impacted areas will be restored by removing the detour
structure and approaches, and the impacted area will be revegetated with native
species. Impacts to the stream (Town Creek) have been determined to be 100.0
feet. Usually, project construction does not require the entire ROW, therefore
actual wetlands and surface water impacts may be considerably less.
Permits
Impacts to jurisdictional surface waters are anticipated. In accordance with
provisions of section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1344); a permit will
be required from the COE for the discharge of dredged or fill material into
"Waters of the United States."
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A Section 404 Nationwide Permit 33 CFR 330.5(a) (23) is likely to be
applicable for all impacts to Waters of the United States from the proposed
project. This permit authorizes activities undertaken, assisted, authorized,
regulated, funded or financed in whole, or in part, by another Federal agency or
department where that agency or department has determined that pursuant to
the council on environmental quality regulation for implementing the procedural
provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act; that the activity, work, or
discharge is categorically excluded from environmental documentation because it
is included within a category of actions which neither individually nor
cumulatively have a substantial effect on the human environment, and; that the
office of the Chief of Engineers has been furnished notice of the agency's or
department's application for the categorical exclusion and concurs with that
determination.
A North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ) Section 401 Water
Quality General Certification is required prior to the issuance of the section 404
Nationwide #23. Section 401 Certification allows surface waters to be
temporarily impacted for the duration of the construction or other land
manipulations.
Mitigation
The COE has adopted, through the Council on Environmental Quality
(CEQ), a wetland mitigation policy which embraces the concept of "no net loss
of wetlands' and sequencing. The purpose of this policy is to restore and
maintain the chemical, biological and -physical integrity of Waters of the United
States, specifically wetlands. Mitigation of wetland impacts has been defined by
the CEQ to include: avoiding impacts (to wetlands), minimizing impacts,
rectifying impacts, reducing impacts over time and compensating for impacts (40
CFR 1508.20). Each of these three aspects (avoidance, minimization and
compensatory mitigation) must be considered sequentially.
Federally-Protected Species.
Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered (E),
Threatened (T), Proposed Endangered (PE) and Proposed Threatened (PT) are
protected under provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered Species
Act of 1973, as amended. As of January 15, 1999, the FWS lists the following
federally protected species for Edgecombe County. A brief description of each
species' characteristics and habitat follows:
(1) Picoides borealis (Red-cockaded woodpecker) Endangered
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The adult red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) has a plumage that is
entirely black and white except for small red streaks on the side of the nape in
the male. The back of the RCW is black and white with horizontal stripes. The
breast and underside of this woodpecker are white with streaked flanks.
The RCW has a large white cheek patch surrounded by the black cap, nape, and
throat.
The RCW uses open old growth stands of southern pines, particularly
longleaf pine, for foraging and nesting habitat. A forested stand must contain at
least 50% pine, lack a thick understory, and be contiguous with other stands to
be appropriate habitat for the RCW. These birds nest exclusively in trees that are
> 60 years old and are contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of age. The
foraging range of the RCW is up to 500 acres. This acreage must be contiguous
with suitable nesting sites.
. These woodpeckers nest exclusively in living pine trees and usually in
trees that are infected with the fungus that causes red-heart disease. Cavities are
located in colonies from 12 to 100 feet above the ground and average 30 to 50
feet high. A large incrustation of running sap that surrounds the tree can identify
them. The RCW lays its eggs in April, May, and June; the eggs hatch
approximately 38 days later.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION NO EFFECT
Nesting and foraging habitat requirements that are considered
necessary for the RCW are not present within the project vicinity. There are no
old growth stands of southern pine in vicinity of the project. Additionally,
forested areas in the project vicinity consist of hardwood forest, which is less
than fifty- percent pine and generally have a dense understory. of hardwood
saplings and shrubs. The NC Natural Heritage Program database of rare and
unique habitats has no record for the red-cocked woodpecker within the project
vicinity. Therefore, no impact to the RCW will result from project construction.
(2) Elliptio steinstansana (Tar River spiny mussel) Endangered
The Tar River spiny mussel is endemic to the Tar River drainage basin,
from Falkland in Pitt County to Spring Hope in Nash County. Populations of the
Tar River spiny mussel can be found in streams of the Tar River Drainage Basin
and of the Swift Creek Drainage Sub-Basin.
This mussel requires a stream with fast flowing, well-oxygenated,
circumneutral pH water. The bottom must be composed of uncompacted gravel
and coarse sand. The water needs to be relatively silt-free. It is known to rely on
a species of freshwater fish to act as an intermediate host for its larvae.
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BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION
NO EFFECT
- A mussel survey for the Tar River spiny mussel in Town Creek was done
on November 1, 1998, by NCDOT biologists Jared Gray and Tim Savidge. There
were no Tar River Spiny mussels found during the survey. The substrate
observed during the survey was made up of silt, sand, clay, and corbicula shells.
Also observed was the fact that Town Creek was a slow moving, blackwater
stream, probably not well -oxygenated and probably having a low pH.
D. Air Quality and Traffic Noise
This project is an air quality "neutral" project, thus it is not required to be
included in the regional emissions analysis (if applicable) and a project level CO
analysis is not required.
If. the project disposes of vegetation by burning, all burning shall be done
in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations of the North Carolina
SIP for air quality in compliance with 15 NCAC 2D.0520.
The project will not substantially increase traffic volumes. Therefore, it will
have no substantial impact on noise levels. Temporary noise increases may occur
during construction.
E. Farmland
The soil in the project is classified as "BB" or Bibb. This is a poorly drained
soil formed during recent alluviums. It has a low potential for crop production
and is not considered prime or important farmland. Therefore, none of the project
alternates will impact prime or important farmlands.
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
December 5, 1997
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Bridge 79 on NC 43 over Town Creek,
Edgecombe County, B-3329, ER 98-7766
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
On November 18, 1997, Debbie Bevin of our staff met with North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) staff for a meeting of the minds concerning
the above project. We reported our available information on historic architectural
and archaeological surveys and resources along with our recommendations.
NCDOT provided project area photographs and aerial photographs at the meeting.
Based upon our review of the photographs and the information discussed at the
meeting, we offer our preliminary comments regarding this project.
In terms of historic architectural resources, we are aware of no historic structures
located within the area of potential effect. We recommend that no historic
architectural survey be conducted for this project.
There are no known recorded archaeological sites within the project boundaries.
However, the project area has never been systematically surveyed to determine the
location or significance of archaeological resources. We recommend that a
comprehensive survey be conducted by an experienced archaeologist to identify the
presence and significance of archaeological remains that may be damaged or
destroyed by the proposed project. Potential effects on unknown resources should
be assessed prior to the initiation of construction activities.
Having provided this information, we look forward to receipt of either a Categorical
Exclusion or. Environmental Assessment. which indicates how NCDOT addressed our
comments.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966 and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's
Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at 36 CFR Part 800.
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Nicholas L. Graf
December 5, 1997, Page 2
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
SificeTely,
David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
February 10, 1999
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator`
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Archaeological survey report, Replace Bridge No. 79
on NC 43 over Town Creek, Edgecombe County, State
Project No. 8.1290701, Federal Aid Project BRSTP-
43(5), TIP B-3329, ER 99-8147
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
Thank you for your letter of January 12, 1999, transmitting the archaeological survey report
by Gerold Glover concerning the above project.
We find that in general the report meets our guidelines and those of the Secretary of the
Interior. As no sites were found during the survey, no further archaeological investigations
will be required.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with
Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the
above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental review coordinator, at
919/733-4763.
Sincerely,

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Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director .
MEMORANDUM
TO: Jeff Ingham, Project Planning Engineer
Planning & Environmental Branch, NCDOT
FROM: David Cox, Highway Project Coor ' or
Habitat Conservation Program -
DATE. December 5, 1997
SUBJECT: NCDOT Bridge Replacements, Robeson, Columbus, Bladen, Edgecombe,
and Iredell counties, North Carolina, TIP Nos. B-3305, B-3194, B-3170,
B-3329, B-3112, B-3142, B-3148, B-3226, B-3229.
Biologists with the N. C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) have
conducted site visits as need and have the following preliminary comments on the subject
projects. Our comments are provided in accordance with provisions of the National
Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(c)) and the Fish and Wildlife Coordination
Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d).
On bridge replacement projects of this scope our standard recommendations are as
follows:
1. We generally prefer spanning structures. Spanning structures usually do not
require work within the stream and do not require stream channel realignment.
The horizontal and vertical clearances provided by bridges allows for human
and wildlife passage beneath the structure, does not block fish passage, and
does not block navigation by canoeists and boaters.
2. Bridge deck drains should not discharge directly into the stream.
3. Live concrete should not be allowed to contact the water in or entering into the
stream.
4. If possible, bridge supports (bents) should not be placed in the stream.
Bridge Replacement Memo 2 December 5, 1997
5. If temporary access roads or detours are constructed, they should be removed
back to original ground elevations immediately upon the completion of the
project. Disturbed areas should be seeded or mulched to stabilize the soil and
native tree species should be planted with a spacing of not more than 10'x10'.
If possible, when using temporary structures the area should be cleared but not
grubbed. Clearing the area with chain saws, mowers, bush-hogs, or other
mechanized equipment and leaving the stumps and root mat intact, allows the
area to revegetate naturally and minimizes disturbed soil.
6. A clear bank (riprap free) area of at least 10 feet should remain on each side of
the steam underneath the bridge.
7. In trout waters, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reviews all U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers nationwide and general `404' permits. We have the
option of requesting additional measures to protect trout and trout habitat and
we can recommend that the project require an individual `404' permit.
8. In streams that contain threatened or endangered species, NCDOT biologist
Mr. Tim Savidge should be notified. Special measures to protect these
sensitive species may be required. NCDOT should also contact the U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service for information on requirements of the Endangered
Species Act as it relates to the project.
9. In streams that are used by anadromous fish, the NCDOT official policy
entitled "Stream Crossing Guidelines for Anadromous Fish Passage (May 12,
1997)" should be followed.
10. In areas with significant fisheries for sunfish, seasonal exclusions may also be
recommended.
If corrugated metal pipe arches or concrete box culverts are used:
1. The culvert must be designed to allow for fish passage. Generally, this means
that the culvert or pipe invert is buried at least 1 foot below the natural stream
bed. If multiple cells are required the second and/or third cells should be
placed so that their bottoms are at stream bankful stage (similar to Lyonsfield
design). This will allow sufficient water depth in the culvert or pipe during
normal flows to accommodate fish movements. If culverts are long, baffle
systems are required to trap gravel and provide resting areas for fish and other
aquatic organisms.
2. If multiple pipes or cells are used, at least one pipe or box should be designed
to remain dry during normal flows to allow for wildlife passage. .
3. Culverts or pipes should be situated so that no channel realignment or
widening is required. Widening of the stream channel at the inlet or outlet of
structures usually causes a decrease in water velocity causing sediment
deposition that will require future maintenance.
4. Riprap should not be placed on the stream bed.
In most cases, we prefer the replacement of the existing structure at the same
location with road closure. If road closure is not feasible, a temporary detour should be
designed and located to avoid wetland impacts, minimize the need for clearing and to
Bridge Replacement Memo 3 December 5, 1997
avoid destabilizing stream banks. If the structure will be on a new alignment, the old
structure should be removed and the approach fills removed from the 100-year
floodplain. Approach fills should be removed down to the natural ground elevation. The
area should be stabilized with grass and planted with native tree species. If the area that
is reclaimed was previously wetlands, NCDOT should restore the area to wetlands. If
successful, the site may be used as wetland mitigation for the subject project or other
projects in the watershed.
Project specific comments:
1. B-3305 - No specific concerns.
2. B-3194 - No specific concerns.
3. B-3170 - The Tar spiney mussel (Federally listed as endangered) may be
present at this site. We recommend that Tim Savidge be notified of this
project and a field meeting may be necessary. Anadromous fish use fishing
Creek so the guidelines apply (See Item 9 above).
4. B-3329 - Anadromous fish use Town Creek so the guidelines apply (See Item
9 above).
5. B-3112 - No specific concerns.
6. B-3142 - No specific concerns.
7. B-3148 - Many endemic fish and mollusks (status unknown). We recommend
that Tim Savidge be notified. High Quality sedimentation and Erosion
Controls should be used. In-stream work should be avoided from March 15 to
June 1.
8. B-3226 -No comment.
9. B-3229 - No specific concerns.
We request that NCDOT routinely minimize adverse impacts to fish and wildlife
resources in the vicinity of bridge replacements. The NCDOT should install and
maintain sedimentation control measures throughout the life of the project and prevent
wet concrete from contacting water in or entering into these streams. Replacement of
bridges with spanning structures of some type, as opposed to pipe or box culverts, is
recommended in most cases. Spanning structures allow wildlife passage along
streambanks, reducing habitat fragmentation and vehicle related mortality at highway
crossings.
If you need further assistance or information on NCWRC concerns reganiing
bridge replacements, please contact me at [phone]. Thank you for the opportunity
to review and comment on these projects.