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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
May 29, 2001
US Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27609
ATTN: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
NCDOT Coordinator
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
010872
Subject: Randolph County, replacement of Bridge No. 42 on SR 1314 over the
Uwharrie River. T.I.P. No. B-3364, State Project No. 8.2572001, Federal
Project No. MABRZ-1314(2).
Dear Sir:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace
Bridge No. 42 over The Uwharrie River on SR 1314 in Randolph County (Figure 1). The
existing right-of-way (ROW) is an estimated 18.3 m (60.0 ft). The proposed ROW is
also 18.3 m (60.0 ft). The existing cross section is a two lane shoulder section and the
proposed cross section will be the same. The existing structure is a reinforced concrete
arched deck on reinforced arched girders, on concrete abutments and one reinforced
concrete pier, built in 1924. The proposed structure type is a new bridge approximately
70.1 m (230.0 ft) in length. The total length of the project is approximately 274.3 m
(900.0 ft). The bridge will be replaced on new location a short distance downstream
(south) of existing and traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge during
construction. No wetlands will be impacted by the proposed work. Bridge replacement
over the Uwharrie River is scheduled to be let to construction December 2001.
The existing bridge will be removed when construction of the new bridge is
completed. The superstructure of the existing bridge is composed of a reinforced
concrete arched deck. All beams and girders are of reinforced concrete. The substructure
contains reinforced concrete abutments and piers. The calculated potential fill in water
resulting from demolition is 44.3 m3 (58 yd 3).
The Categorical Exclusion document prepared for the project includes
environmental commitments. All standard procedures and measures will be implemented
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to avoid or minimize environmental impacts. All practical Best Management Practices
will be included and properly maintained during project construction.
The project is being processed by the FHWA as a "Categorical Exclusion" (CE)
in accordance with 23 CFR 771.115(b). A copy of this document has been attached to
this letter as well as a copy of the Natural Resources Technical Report prepared for this
project. The NCDOT does not anticipate requesting a Section 404 Individual Permit but
proposes to proceed under a Section 404 Nationwide Permit 23 in accordance with 33
CFR 330 issued by the COE. The provisions of Section 330.4 and Appendix A (C) of
these regulations will be followed in the construction of the project.
The NCDOT anticipates that 401 General Water Quality Certification for an
approved CE will apply to this project. A copy of the CE document has also been
provided to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Water Quality, for their review.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Ms.
Shannon Simpson at ext. 332.
Sincerely,
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William D. Gillmore, Manager
Project Development and Environmental
Analysis
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Enclosure
cc: Mr. David Franklin, COE, Wilmington
Mr. John Dorney, Division of Water Quality
Mr. Tim Rountree, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Programming and TIP
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Highway Design
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. David Henderson, P.E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. Ray Arnold, P.E., Design Services
Mr. Don Lee, Roadside Environmental
Mr. Bill Rosser, P.E., Division 8 Engineer
Mr. Art C. King, Division Environmental Officer
Ms. Dennis Pipkin, P.E., Project Development and Environmental Analysis

Randolph County
Bridge No. 42, on SR 1314
Over the Uwharrie River
Federal Aid Project MABRZ-1314(2)
State Project 8.2572001
TIP Project B-3364
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
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Randolph County
Bridge No. 42, on SR 1314
Over the Uwharrie River
Federal Aid Project MABRZ-1314(2)
State Project 8.2572001
TIP Project B-3364
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
Documentation Prepared in Project Development and Environmental Analysis
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Lubin V. Prevatt, P.E., Assistant Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS:
B-3364
Randolph County
Bridge No. 42, on SR 1314
Over the Uwharrie River
Federal Aid Project MABRZ-1314(2)
State Project 8.2572001
TIP Project B-3364
1. Project Development and Environmental. Analysis Branch, Roadway Design Unit,
Resident Engineer, Bridge Maintenance Unit:
The existing historic concrete arch bridge will be left in place as an important and rare
example of a reinforced concrete spandrel arch bridge in North Carolina. The Project
Development and Environmental Analysis. Branch will work with the City of Asheboro to explore
their expressed interest to take over the bridge ownership and incorporate it into recreational
aspects of the city reservoir nearby. The Bridge Maintenance Unit will provide support for these
negotiations. If an agreement with the City of Asheboro is not successfully concluded, the
NCDOT will. continue to possess and maintain the old bridge. Also, other means to preserve the
bridge in place will be explored and utilized as appropriate.
Categorical Exclusion Document Page 1 of 1
Green Sheet
November, 2000
Randolph County
Bridge No. 42, on SR 1314
Over the Uwharrie River
Federal Aid Project MABRZ-1314(2)
State Project 8.2572001
TIP Project B-3364
I. SUMMARY OF PROJECT:
NCDOT proposes to replace Bridge No. 42, in Randolph County. Bridge No. 42 carries
Highway SR 1314 over the Uwharrie River, in the east central part of Randolph 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. 42 at a new location, as shown in Figure 2. The existing
bridge will be replaced with a new bridge approximately 243 feet ( 74 m) in length and 33 feet (10 m)
in total width. A paved travelway of 24 feet ( 7.2 rri) will be accommodated, with offsets of 3 feet ( 1
m) on the north side and 6 feet ( 1.8 m) on the south side. The approach roadway will have a 24 foot
(7.2 m) travelway with 6 foot (1.8 m) grassed shoulders on each side. Where guardrail is required,
shoulders will be a minimum of 9 feet (2.7 m) wide. The new structure will be approximately 3 feet
(1 m) above the existing grade elevation. The project will require approximately 1,000 feet (305 m) of
new approach roadways. Traffic will be maintained on the existing bridge during construction.
The existing historic concrete arch bridge will be left in place as a rare example of a
reinforced concrete spandrel arch bridge in North Carolina. One vehicular approach to the old historic
bridge will be provided and will be located at the southwest area. Access onto the old bridge itself
will be by pedestrian or bicycle traffic only; vehicular access onto the bridge will be prevented by
bollards installed by NCDOT.
The estimated project cost is $1,391,000 including $41,000 for Right-of-Way acquisition and
$1,350,000 for construction. The estimated cost projected by the Draft 2002-2008 Transportation
Improvement Program is $950,000; including $110,000 in prior year cost, $53,000 for Right-of-Way
Acquisition, and $787,000 for construction.
II. ANTICIPATED DESIGN EXCEPTIONS:
A design exception for horizontal and vertical curvature may be necessary for this project.
Based on preliminary design, the proposed horizontal and vertical curves could provide a design
speed of approximately 45 mph (70 km/hr).
Existing conditions are typical of winding secondary roads in a hilly Piedmont terrain. The
local area is characterized by horizontal and vertical road curvatures that dictate lower speeds and
driving prudence. Regulatory speed limits in the bridge vicinity are not posted, therefore reverting to
the statutory 55 MPH (90 km/h). However, caution signs are posted near both bridge approaches for
advisory speed limits of 35 MPH (55 km/h) and 40 MPH (65 km/h) due to curvatures. In addition,
caution signs are posted for the one-lane existing bridge.
The proposed design speed of approximately 45 mph (70 km/hr) is substantially better than
the 20 mph (32 km/h) design speed provided by the existing roadway alignment. A higher design
speed was eliminated from consideration due to excessive cost.
III. EXISTING CONDITIONS
NCDOT classifies SR 1314 as a Rural Local facility in the Statewide Functional .
Classification System. The land use of the surrounding area is rural residential, with a reservoir
nearby.
Near Bridge No. 42, SR 1314 is a two lane, paved facility, 17 feet (5 m) in width, with 6 foot
(1.8 m) wide or greater grassed shoulders on each side. The existing bridge carries one lane.
Both vertical and horizontal roadway alignments are poor in both directions. The new bridge
will improve sight distance, provide a two lane bridge instead of the existing one lane, and improve
design speed.
NCDOT built Bridge No. 42 in 1924. Bridge No. 42 is eligible for the National Register of
Historic Places, under Criterion C, for architecture, as a rare example of a reinforced concrete open-
spandrel bridge in North Carolina.
The bridge has a reinforced concrete floor on reinforced concrete deck girders, on reinforced
concrete post & beam end bents. The deck has an asphalt wearing surface. The deck of Bridge 42 is
29 feet (8.8 m) above the stream bed. Water depth in the Uwharrie River is normally approximately
one foot (0.3 m) at the bridge vicinity. Bridge No. 42 is 196 feet (60 m) long, with an 11 foot (3.4 m)
roadway width, and has two spans. One lane of traffic is carried and the bridge is not posted for load
limits.
According to NCDOT Bridge Maintenance records, the bridge's sufficiency rating is 23.8 out
of a possible 100.0. The current traffic volume is 500 vehicles per day (VPD), projected to increase to
1,000 VPD by the design year (2025). No speed limit is posted in area, therefore it is assumed to be
55 mph (90 km/hr) by statute. Advisory speed limits are posted at 35 mph (55 km/hr) for the curve to
the west of the bridge, and at 40 mph (65 km/hr) for the S-curves to the east.
Traffic Engineering accident records indicate there was one property damage vehicle crash
reported in the vicinity of Bridge No. 42 during the three year period between August 1994 through
July 1997. The Transportation Director of Randolph County schools indicated that there are 3 school
busses crossing the bridge twice per day, for a total of 6 trips per day. Road closure could be
accommodated by the school busses.
IV. ALTERNATES.
One method of replacing Bridge No. 42 was studied. The alternate involves a replacement
structure consisting of a new bridge approximately 243 feet (74 m) in length and 33 feet (10 m) in
total width, placed approximately 100 feet (30 m) downstream of the existing structure. Replacement
at the existing location with road closure was eliminated from consideration in order to preserve the
existing historic bridge, and due to the lack of an acceptable off-site detour. The new bridge will be
skewed relative to the alignment of the existing bridge in order to improve the approach alignment.
This alternate will accommodate a 24 foot (7.3 m) travelway across the structure and, in order to
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accommodate curve widening, will have a 3 foot (0.9 m) offset on the north side, and a 6 foot (1.8 m)
offset on the south side. The approach roadway will consist of a 24 foot (7.3 m) travelway with a
minimum of 6 foot (1.8 m) grassed shoulders on each side.
The project alternates were studied as follows:
Alternate One: (Recommended) - Replace bridge on new location with a new bridge placed
south of the existing. Maintain traffic on the existing bridge during construction.
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 23.8 out
of 100.0. Rehabilitation of the existing deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor economical.
V. COST ESTIMATE
Estimated costs of the alternate studied are as follows:
Alternate 1
(Recommended)
Structure
Roadway Approaches
Subtotal
Engineering and Contingencies
Total Construction Cost
Right-of-Way and Utilities
Total Project Cost
$723,000
429,000
$1,152,000
198,000
$1,350,000
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41,000
$1,391,000
VI. RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS
NCDOT will replace Bridge No. 42 at a new location as shown in Figure 2. Traffic will be
maintained on the existing structure during construction.
The existing bridge will be replaced with a structure consisting of a new bridge
approximately 243 feet (74 m) in length and 33 feet (10 m) in total width. The proposed structure will
accommodate a paved travelway of 24 feet (7.3 m) with a 3 foot (0.9 m) offset on the north side, and
a 6 foot (1.8 m) offset on the south side. The approach roadway will consist of 24 foot (7.3 m)
travelway with 6 foot (1.8 m) grassed shoulders on each side. Where guardrail is required, shoulders
will be a minimum of 9 feet (2.7 m) wide on each side. The new structure will be at approximately 6
feet (1.8 m) lower elevation from the existing grade. The project will require approximately 1,000
feet (305 m) of new work on approach roadways.
Initial design indicates that completed project will provide a design speed of 45 mph
(13.7 km/hr).
NCDOT recommends that Alternate One be constructed, in order to replace the existing
bridge that is being deteriorated by traffic, and to improve design speed, sight distance, and provide
for a two lane bridge instead of the current one lane bridge.
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The Division 8 Engineer concurs with the selection of the recommended alternate.
SR 1314 is not designated as a bicycle route, and there is no indication that an unusual
number of bicyclists use the road.
VII. 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 the project will not have a significant 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 (305 mm).
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
This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act of 1966, as amended, & implemented by Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's regulations
for compliance with Section 106, codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Section 106 requires that if a federally
funded, licensed, or permitted project has an effect on property listed on or eligible for the National
Register of Historic Places, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation will be given an
opportunity to comment.
Architectural Resources
A meeting was held with The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to evaluate potential
effects of the project. The SHPO recommended that an architectural survey be conducted. NCDOT
Architectural Resources staff conducted a survey and documented findings in a report dated July 29,
1999. This report concluded that Bridge No. 42 is eligible for inclusion in the National Register of
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Historic Places. The SHPO concurred, with certain conditions, in their letter of June 11, 1999 (see
appendix). Subsequently, the NCDOT decided not to remove Bridge No. 42, so that it can be
preserved for its historic and esthetic value to the state as a rare example of a reinforced concrete
spandrel arch bridge. Access onto the old bridge itself will be by pedestrian or bicycle traffic only;
vehicular access onto the bridge will be prevented by bollards installed by NCDOT. After
construction of the new bridge, NCDOT will perform any structural repairs that may be necessary to
insure the old bridge's safety for pedestrian/bicycle traffic.
Interest has been expressed by staff of the City of Asheboro in obtaining the bridge.
Negotiations will be conducted with the City of Asheboro toward this end, and an agreement or other
appropriate instruments will be signed with the City. The existing NCDOT Right-of-Way
surrounding the existing structure will be addressed in any negotiations. In the event the City of
Asheboro does not complete such an agreement, NCDOT will continue to possess and maintain the
old bridge. Also, other means to preserve the bridge in place will be explored and utilized as
appropriate. Thus, it is concluded that the project will have no effect on architectural resources.
Archeological Resources
The SHPO recommended that an archeological survey be performed prior to construction of the
project.
This survey was accomplished by NCDOT archaeologists, and documented in a report dated
April 19, 1999. This investigation concluded that the proposed project will not impact any
archeological sites that are on or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. The
SHPO concurred with the NCDOT report in their letter of June 11, 1999 (see appendix). Thus, it is
concluded that the project will have no effect on archeological resources.
C. Natural Systems
PHYSICAL RESOURCES
Soils
Randolph County is located in the Piedmont of North Carolina. A soil survey for Randolph
County has not been published, although some soil information for the subject project was obtained
from the Natural Resource Conservation office in Asheboro.
There are two soil map units in the immediate project area. Table 1 provides an inventory of
these soils including percent slope and the hydric classification. A brief description of where these
soils occur in the landscape follows Table 1.
Tohls. I cnilc in the Proiect Area.
Soil Map Unit Percent Slope nyaric taassmcauon
Badin-Tatum complex (BaD) 15-25% non-hydric
Riverview loam (RvA) 0-2% inclusions of hydric soils
• Badin-Tatum complex (BaD) is a well drained soil that consists of moderately steep Badin soils
and Tatum soils on uplands. The surface layer is loamy and the subsoil is clayey. Permeability is
moderate. Shrink-swell potential is moderate. Seasonal high water table is at a depth of less than
6 feet (1.8 m).
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Riverview loam (RvA) is a nearly level, very deep, well drained soil found on floodplains and is
frequently flooded. It has hydric inclusions of Wehadkee soil on the outer edges. The surface
layer and subsoil are loamy. Permeability is moderate and the shrink-swell potential is low. The
seasonal high water table is within a depth of 3.0 to 5.0 feet (0.9 to 1.5 m).
Water Resources
Water resources in the project area are located in subbasin 30709 of the Yadkin- Pee Dee
River basin. The only water resource in the project area is the Uwharrie River (Figure 2). The stream
is approximately 35 feet (10.7 m) wide and 2 feet (0.6 m) deep. Its banks are well defined. The
substrate consists of cobble, silt, gravel, and boulder. The creek has a low flow and poor clarity.
Bridge No. 42 lies 150.0 feet (45.7 m) downstream of the dam for Hardys Mill Pond.
Best Usage Classification
Streams have been assigned a best usage classification by the Division of Water Quality
(DWQ). The best usage classification for the Uwharrie River (DWQ Index No. 13-2-(1.5), 4/6/55) is
Class C. Class C waters are suitable for aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife,
secondary recreation, and agriculture. Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies
(WS-I or WS-1I) nor Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 1.0 miles (1.6 km) 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 basinwide assessment and planning. Likewise, benthic macroinvertebrates
are intensively sampled for specific river basins. Benthic macroinvertebrates have proven to be a
good indicator of water quality because they are sensitive to subtle changes in water quality, have a
relatively long life cycle, are nonmobile (compared to fish) and are extremely diverse. The overall
species richness and presence of indicator organisms help to assess the health of streams and rivers.
River basins are reassessed every five years to detect changes in water quality and to facilitate
(NPDES) permit review. A monitoring site is located on the Uwharrie River 6.25 miles (10 km)
north of the project at SR 1406. The bioclassification at this sample site was recorded as good-fair in
August 1996.
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 (DWQ 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 I 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
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No Fish to Excellent. On 4/24/96 the Uwharrie River where it intersects SR 1406 received a NCIBI
rating of good.
Point source dischargers located throughout North Carolina are permitted through the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Service (NPDES) program. Any discharger is required to
register for a permit. There are no point source dischargers affecting the project area.
BIOTIC RESOURCES
Biotic resources include aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This section describes those
ecosystems encountered in the study area as well as the relationships between fauna and flora within
these ecosystems. Composition and distribution between biotic communities throughout the project
area are reflective of topography, hydrologic influences and past and present land uses in the study
area. Descriptions of the terrestrial systems are presented in the context of plant community
classifications. Community types were identified by NCDOT biologists Shannon Simpson and Chris
Murray during a field visit on 8 April 1999. Dominant flora and fauna observed, or likely to occur, in
each community are described and discussed. Fauna observed during the site visit are denoted with
an asterisk (*).
Scientific nomenclature and common names (when applicable) are provided for each animal,
and plant species described. Subsequent references to the same organism will include the common
name only.
Terrestrial Communities
Community descriptions are based on observations of the general vegetation in or near the
project ROW. Two distinct terrestrial communities were identified in the project study area: mixed
hardwood forest and maintained/disturbed.
Mixed Hardwood Forest
Mixed hardwood forest is found adjacent to the stream. The portion of this community which
lies within the ROW will be impacted by the replacement of the bridge on new location. Dominant
woody species observed in this community include sycamore (Plantanus occidentalis), box elder
(Acer Negundo), pignut hickory (Carya glabra), walnut (Juglans nigra), white ash (Fraxinus
americana), silky dogwood (Corpus amomum), tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), and sweet gum
(Liquidambar styraciua). Shrub and vine species include Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense),
elderberry (Sambucus canadensis), Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica), poison ivy
(Toxicodendron radicans), Wisteria sinenses, multifloral rose (Rosa multiflora), greenbrier (Smilax
glauca) and (Smilax rotundifolia). Herbaceous species found are fescue (Festuca sp.), violet (Viola
sp.), red clover (Trifolium pratense), avens (Geum sp.), bed straw (Galium sp.), blackberry (Rubus
argutus), goldenrod (Solidago sp.), and Christmas fern (Polystichum acrostichoides).
The mixed pine hardwood community provides forage and nesting habitat for a variety of
avian species. Tufted titmouse (Parus bicolor) and Carolina chickadee (P. atricapillus) flock
together in mixed decidous forests. White breasted nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis), brown creeper
(Certhia familiaris) and black-and-white warbler (Mniotilta varia) forage for insects among the bark
of trees. Carolina wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus), downy woodpecker (Picoides pubescens) and the
ovenbird (Seiurus aurocapillus) are also common.
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Mammals which are found in forested communities include Virginia opossum (Didelphis
virginiana), white tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and raccoon (Procyon lotor). The raccoons
diet is comprised of fish, crayfish and bird eggs. The southeastern shrew (Sorex longirostris), least
shrew (Cryptotis parva), gray squirrel* (Sciurus carolinensis) and eastern mole (Scalopus aquaticus)
may also be found. In addition, the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) may utilize open forested areas and
adjacent farmlands and old fields. It forages extensively on rodents for its food, but its diet may
include insects and plants in the summer.
The American toad (Bufo americanus), fowler's toad (B. woodhousei) and graytree frogs
(Hyla versicolor and H. chrysoscelis) can be expected to occur in this community. Among the widely
distributed reptiles likely to be encountered are the five-lined skink (Eumeces fasciatus), black rat
snake (Elaphe obsoleta), rough green snake (Opheodrys aestivus), and ring-necked snake (Diadophis
punctatus). Copperheads (Agkistrodon contortrix), which are important predators of small mammals,
are common in forested areas.
Maintained/Disturbed
The maintained/disturbed. community is located along the roadside. Dominant plant species
include ground ivy (Hedera helix), chickweed (Stellaria sp.), fescue (Festuca sp.), dock (Rumex sp.),
red clover, and English plantain (Plantago lanceolata), vetch (Vicia sp.).
Roadside communities provide habitat for an assortment of wildlife. Mammals associated
with ecotones are least shrew (Crypototis parva), southern short-tailed shrew (Blarina carolinensis),
hispid cottonrat (Sigmodon hispidus) and eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus). Raccoon
(Procyon lotor) and Virginian oppossum (Didelphis virginiana) are frequently observed as "road
kills" along roads bisecting densely forested tracts.
Northern mocking bird (Mimus polyglottos) might be observed in this community. In
addition, eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis) may utilize this community by perching on telephone wires
or fences overlooking the maintained community where they forage for insects. The red-tailed hawk
(Buteo jamaicensis) and American kestrel (Falco sparverius) are important predators known to forage
in this community preying on mice, other rodents and song birds.
Aquatic Community
Bridge No. 42 crosses the Uwharrie River. Physical processes such as flow variability,
channel structure and substrate have a tremendous influence on the ecology of streams. Physical
processes in addition to the chemistry and temperature of the stream water have a profound influence
on the aquatic biota that the stream is capable of supporting.
Amphibians, in particular, are highly water dependent for completion of larval stages in their
life cycle. Some species are totally aquatic while others are only aquatic during the larval stage.
Totally aquatic amphibians associated with medium sized perennial streams in the piedmont include
three-lined salamander (Eurycea guttolineata) and northern dusky salamander (Desmognathus
fuscus). In addition, green frog (Rana clamitans) and pickerel frog (R. palustris) occur in or adjacent
to the streams. Amphibians, especially salamanders are important predators of aquatic insects.
Common reptiles which are known from this area include the banded water snake (Nerodia fasciata)
and queen snake (Regina septemvittata). The banded water snake is known to feed on fish and
amphibians.
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A number of aquatic insect species are well adapted for life in flowing water. They utilize
several different techniques for gathering food including grazing, filter feeding, shredding and
perdition. The major source of energy for medium sized perennial streams comes from the leaves
which enter the stream during the fall. Leaves are invaded by bacteria and fungi which begin the
break down of cellulose into particulate matter. Grazing insects including mayflies (Stenonema sp.)
and (Ephemerella sp.) feed-on the bacteria and fungus growing on the leaves. Shredders including
cranefly larvae (Tipula sp.) also contribute greatly to the decomposition of leaves into particulate
matter. Filter feeding insects observed during the site visit include net making caddisflies
(Cheumatopsyche sp. and Hydropsyche sp.) which capture detritus from the current with specially
designed nets. The insectivorous larvae of the hellgrammite (Corydalus cornutus) is an important
predator in the perennial stream.
Aquatic insect larvae provide an ample source of food for a number of fish species. Creek
chub (Semotilus atromaculatus), tessellated darter (Etheostoma olmstedi), blue gill (Lepomis
macrochirus) and swallowtail shiner (Notropis procne) are common in medium sized streams in the
Yadkin-Pee Dee River drainage. Good habitat for green sunfish (Lepomis cyanellus) also occurs. The
diet of green sunfish includes aquatic insects and small fish.
Impacts To Communities
Calculated impacts to terrestrial resources reflect the relative abundance of each community
present in the study area. Project construction will result in clearing and degradation of portions of
these communities. Estimated impacts are derived using the entire proposed ROW. Usually, project
construction does not require the entire ROW; therefore, actual impacts may be considerably less.
The calculation of impacts is based on a ROW of 60.0 feet (18.3 m) and a project length of
approximately 1,000 feet (305 m). It is estimated that approximately 0.11 acre (0.045 ha) of
maintained/disturbed and 0.55 acre (0.223 ha) of mixed hardwood forest will be impacted by this
project.
Impacts to terrestrial communities will occur in the form of habitat reduction in the process of
filling, clearing, grading and surfacing during construction. Portions of the maintained/disturbed
roadside community will be completely destroyed during construction, but will eventually re-
establish after construction has ended. This will result in a temporary loss of habitat for small
animals and predators that utilize open areas. The edges of other communities will be taken, thus
reducing the total natural habitat in the project area. This mixed hardwood area serves an important
function as wildlife habitat and a corridor for wildlife movement.
JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES
This section provides descriptions, inventories and impact analysis pertinent to two important
issues: Waters of the United States and rare and protected species.
Characteristics of Surface Waters and Wetlands
Surface waters and jurisdictional wetlands fall under the broad category of "Waters of the
United States," as defined 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
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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 material into these areas falls under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(COE) under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 U.S.C. 1344).
Potential wetland communities were evaluated using the criteria specified in the 1987 "Corps
of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual". For an area to be considered a "wetland", the following
three specifications must be met: 1) presence of hydric soils (low soil chroma values), 2) presence of
hydrophytic vegetation, and 3) evidence of hydrology, including saturated soils, stained leaf litter,
oxidized rhizospheres, matted vegetation, high water marks on trees, buttressed tree bases and surface
roots. No jurisdictional wetlands were observed within the project area.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts to Waters of the United States
No jurisdictional wetlands will be impacted by this project. One jurisdictional surface water,
the Uwharrie River, will be impacted by the replacement of Bridge No. 42. Discussion of the
biological, physical and water quality aspects of this stream is presented in previous sections of this
document.
Permits
Encroachment into surface waters as a result of project construction is inevitable. Since the
project is classified as a Categorical Exclusion (CE) a Nationwide Permit 33 CFR 330.5 (a)(23) is
likely to be applicable for the proposed construction. This permit authorizes any activities
undertaken, assisted, authorized, regulated, funded or financed, in whole or in part, by another federal
agency or department has determined 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 significant
effect on the human environment and the office of the Chief of Engineers has been furnished notice of
the agency's or department's application for the CE and concurs with that determination.
A Section 401 General Water Quality Certification is required for any activity which may
result in a discharge and for which a federal permit is required. State permits are administered
through the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
Avoidance, Minimization, Mitigation
The Corps of Engineers (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 (40 CFR 1508.20). Each of these three aspects (avoidance, minimization
and compensatory mitigation) must be considered sequentially.
Avoidance mitigation examines all appropriate and practical possibilities of averting impacts
to Waters of the United States. According to a 1990 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the COE, in determining "appropriate and practical"
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measures to offset unavoidable impacts, such measures should be appropriate to the scope and degree
of those impacts and practical in terms of cost, existing technology and logistics in light of overall
project purposes.
Minimization includes the examination of appropriate and practical steps to reduce the
adverse impacts to Waters of the United States. Implementation of these steps will be required
through project modifications and permit conditions.
Practical means to minimize impacts to surface waters and wetlands impacted by the
proposed project include:
• Decreasing the footprint of the proposed project through the reduction of median width, ROW
widths, fill slopes and/or road shoulder widths.
• Installation of temporary silt fences, earth berms, and temporary ground cover during
construction.
• Strict enforcement of sedimentation and erosion control BMP's for the protection of surface
waters and wetlands.
• Reduction of clearing and grubbing activity in and adjacent to water bodies.
Compensatory mitigation is not normally considered until anticipated impacts to Waters of
the United States have been avoided and minimized to the maximum extent possible. It is recognized
that "no net loss of wetlands" functions and values may not be achieved in each and every permit
action. Appropriate and practicable compensatory mitigation is required for unavoidable adverse
impacts which remain after all appropriate and practicable minimization has been required.
Compensatory actions often include restoration, creation, and enhancement of Waters of the United
States. Such actions should be undertaken in areas adjacent to or contiguous to the discharge site.
Authorizations under Nationwide Permits usually do not require compensatory mitigation
according to the 1989 MOA between the EPA and the COE. Final decisions concerning
compensatory mitigation rest with the COE.
Rare and Protected Species
Some populations of fauna and flora have been in the process of decline either due to natural
forces or their inability to coexist with humans. Federal law (under the provisions of the Endangered
Species Act of 1973, as amended) requires that any action, likely to adversely affect a species
classified as federally-protected, be subject to review by the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). Other
species may receive additional protection under separate state laws.
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. As of February 28, 2000, two species are listed for Randolph County
(U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1997) (Table 2). A summary of the species' natural history and
distribution follows.
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Table 2. Federally Protected Species for Randolph County.
.%CiF.NTTFIC NAME COMMON NAME STATUS
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Notropis mekistocholas Cape Fear shiner Endangered
Helianthus schweinitzii Schweinitz's sunflower Endangered
Endangered (a species that is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its
range).
Notropis mekistocholas (Cape Fear shiner) Endangered
Animal Family: Cyprinidae
Date Listed: 9/26/87
The Cape Fear shiner is a small, moderately stocky minnow. Its body is flushed with a pale
silvery yellow, and a black band runs along its sides (Snelson 1971). The fins are yellowish and
somewhat pointed. The upperlip is black and the lower lip has a black bar along its margin.
Cape Fear shiner habitat occurs in streams with gravel, cobble, or boulder substrates. It is
most often observed inhabiting slow pools, riffles, and slow runs associated with water willow beds.
Juveniles can be found inhabiting slackwater, among large rock outcrops and in flooded side channels
and pools. The Cape Fear shiner is thought to feed on bottom detritus, diatoms, and other periphytes.
Captive specimens feed readily on plant and animal material.
The Cape Fear shiner is limited to three populations in North Carolina. The strongest
population of the Cape Fear shiner is in Chatham and Lee counties from the Locksville dam upstream
to Rocky River and Bear Creek. Another population is located above the Rocky River Hydroelectric
Dam in Chatham County, and the third population is found in the Deep River system in Randolph and
Moore counties.
Biological Conclusion No Effect
The Cape Fear Shiner is found in the Cape Fear River Basin. The Uwharrie River is
located in the Yadkin-Pee Dee River Basin; therefore, the subject project will not affect the Cape Fear
Shiner. The NCNHP database of rare and protected species does not list any populations of the Cape
Fear Shiner within 1.0 mile (1.6 km) of the project area. This project will not affect Cape Fear
Shiner.
Helianthus schweinitzii (Schweinitz's sunflower) Endangered
Plant Family: Asteraceae
Federally Listed: June 6, 1991
Flowers Present: mid September-early October
Schweinitz's sunflower is a rhizomatous perennial herb that grows 1-2 in tall from a cluster of
carrot-like tuberous roots. The stems are deep red, solitary and only branch above mid-stem. The
leaves are rough feeling above and resin-dotted and loosely soft-white-hairy beneath. Leaves of the
sunflower are opposite on the lower part of the stem and usually become alternate on the upper stem.
The broad flowers are borne from September until frost. These flowers are yellow in color and
arranged in an open system of upwardly arching heads. The fruit is a smooth, gray-black achene.
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Schweinitz's sunflower is endemic to North and South Carolina. These sunflowers grow best
in full sunlight or light shade in clearings and along the edges of open stands of oak-pine-hickory
upland woods. Common soils that this species is found in are moist to dryish clays, clay-loams, or
sandy clay-loams, often with a high gravel content and always moderately podzolized. Natural fires
and large herbivores are considered to be historically important in maintaining open habitat for these
sunflowers.
Biological Conclusion No Effect
A plant by plant survey for Schweinitz's sunflower was conducted at the project study area on
October 14,1999 in areas of suitable habitat such as roadside shoulders and oak-pine-hickory upland
woods. Prior to conducting this survey, a known Schweinitz's sunflower population was visited to
familiarize specialists with the species. No Schweinitz's sunflower plants were found anywhere in
the project study area. Therefore, this project will not affect Schweinitz's sunflower. The NCNHP
database of rare species does not list any populations of Schweinitz's sunflower within the project
vicinity.
Federal Species of Concern and State Listed Species
As of 13 May 1999, six FSC are listed for Randolph County. Federal Species of Concern
(FSC) are those plant and animal species which may or may not be listed in the future. These species
were formerly candidate species, or species under consideration for listing for which there was
insufficient information to support a listing of Endangered, Threatened, Proposed Endangered, or
Proposed Threatened. Federal Species of Concern are not afforded federal protection under the ESA
and are not subject to any of its provisions, including Section 7, until they are formally proposed or
listed as Threatened or Endangered. In addition, organisms which are listed as Endangered (E),
Threatened (T), Significantly Rare (SR), or Special Concern (SR) by the North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program (NCNHP) list of rare plant and animal species are afforded state protection under
the State Endangered Species Act and the North Carolina Plant Protection and Conservation Act of
1979; however the level of protection given to state listed species does not apply to NCDOT
activities.
Table 3 lists FSC, the species state status (if afforded state protection) and the existence of
suitable habitat for each species in the study area. This species list is provided for informational
purposes as the status of these species may be upgraded in the future.
Table 3. Federal Species of Concern for Randolph County.
Scientific name Common name NC Status Habitat
Alasmidonta varicosa Brook floater T yes
Dactyloctythere peedeensis Pee Dee crayfish ostracod SR* yes
Etheostoma collis collis Carolina darter SC yes
Fusconaia masoni Atlantic pigtoe T yes
Moxostoma sp. Carolina redhorse SR yes
Villosa vaughaniana Carolina creekshell SC yes
'7"--A Threatened species is one which is likely to become endangered species within the
foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range.
"SC"--A Special Concern species is one which requires monitoring but may be taken or collected and sold under
regulations adopted under the provisions of Article 25 of Chapter 113 of the General Statutes (animals)
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and the Plant Protection and Conservation Act (plants). Only propagated material may be sold of Special
Concern plants that are also listed as Threatened or Endangered.
"SR"--A Significantly Rare species is one which is very rare in North Carolina, generally with 1-20 populations
in the state, generally substantially reduced in numbers by habitat destruction, direct exploitation or
disease. The species is generally more common elsewhere in its range, occurring peripherally in North
Carolina.
"* "--Historic record (last observed in the county more than 50 years ago). (NHP, 1997)
Surveys for the above-mentioned species were not conducted during the initial site visit, nor were these
species observed. A review of the Natural Heritage Program database on September 4, 1998 revealed no
populations of rare or protected species within 1.0 mile (1.6 Ian) of the project study area.
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 213.0520.
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 Farmland Protection Policy Act of 1981 requires that all federal agencies or their
representatives, to consider the impact of land acquisition and construction projects on prime and
important farmland soils. These soils are determined by the US Natural Resources Conservation
Service (MRCS) based on criteria such as potential crop yield and possible level of input of economic
resources. The project will result in the conversion of a small amount of land but the area to be
converted is void of agricultural uses. Therefore, no further consideration of impacts to farmland is
required.
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James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray A pC Hffr`" 9 8
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Bridge 42 on SR 1314 over Uwharrie River,
Randolph County, B-3364; Federal Aid Project
8.2572001, ER 98-8623
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director

APR 3 0 1998
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We regret staff was unable to attend the scoping meeting for the above project on
April 7, 1998. However, Debbie Sevin met with Dennis Pipkin of the North
Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) on April 15, 1998, to discuss the
project and view the project photographs and aerial.
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, Bridge 42 was built in 1924 and should
be evaluated for National Register eligibility. We recommend that no additional
historic architectural survey be conducted for this project.
The archaeological site of Parkers Mill and Dam (31 RD788**) is located at the
bridge east of the Uwharrie River. Although the mill burned in the 1 970s
archaeological remains of this mill, and possibly a 1760 mill as well, are present
and, if affected, should be evaluated for National Register eligibility. The remainder
of the area of potential effect should also be surveyed for as yet unrecorded
archaeological sites.
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.
Nicholas L. Graf
4/28/98, 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.
Sincerely,
%DaVI-d--Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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T. Padgett
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
June 11, 1999
Nicholas L. Graf, P.E.
Federal Highway Administration....
Region Four
310 New Bern Avenue, Suite 410
Raleigh, NC 27601
Re: Federal Aid MABRZ- 13 14 (2), Archaeological Report for
Bridge Replacement Project, Bridge No. 42 on SR 1314,
Randolph County, TIP Project B-3364, ER 98-8623 and ER
99-8962
Dear Mr. Graf:
Thank you for your letter of May 7, 1999, transmitting the archaeological survey
report by Megan O'Connell and Lee Tippett of the NC Department of Transportation
concerning the above project.
For purposes of compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act,
we concur that the following property is not eligible for inclusion in the National
Register of Historic Places under Criterion D:
31RD1310
We also agree that no additional archaeological investigations are necessary in
connection with this project as currently proposed. However, neither the survey report
nor the site form included a map indicating the location of site 31RD 1310. Page 18 of
the report states that an updated site inspection form was filed for 31RD788**, but we
have no record of receiving this update. Three copies of a map with the location of
31RD 1310, as well as the updated inspection form for 31RD788**, should be
submitted as soon as possible to complete the project.
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.
Sineerely,
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David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
September 21, 1999
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Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
TO: William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Division of Highways
Department of Transportation
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FROM: David Brook
Deputy State History Preservation Officer
RE: Replacement of Bridge 42 on SR 1314 over the Unwharrie River, TIP No. B-3364, Randolph
County, ER 00-7422
Thank you for your letter of transmitting the survey report by Richard L. Silverman, North Carolina
Department of Transportation for the above referenced project.
For purposes of compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, we concur that
the following properties are eligible for the National Register of Historic Places under the criterion cited:
Bridge No. 42 on SR 1314 over the Unwharrie River is eligible for listing in the National Register under
Criterion C f or architecture as a rare example of a reinforced concrete open-spandrel bridge in North
Carolina.
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.
cc: Church

Federal Aid 4 MABRZ-1314(2) TIP # B-3364 County: Randolph
CONCURRENCE FORM FOR ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS
Project Description: Replace Bridge No 42 on SR 1314 over Uwharrie River
On February 3, 2000, representatives of the
® North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
F-I Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
® North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
reviewed the subject project and agreed

[] there are no effects on the National Register-listed property/properties located within the
project's area of potential effect and listed on the reverse.
there are no effects on the National Register-eligible property/properties located within
the project's area of potential effect and listed on the reverse. -A? W 4 Yh es-vviY-0V) ml! ?Cd
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there is an effect on the National Register-listed property/properties located within the
project's area of potential effect. The property/properties and the effect(s) are listed on the
reverse.
Plere is an effect on the National Register-eligible property/properties located within the
project's area of potential effect. The property/properties and effect(s) are listed on the reverse.
Signed:
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Representa NC OT Date
FHWA. for the Division Administrator. or other Federal Aaency Date
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State Historic Preservation 0 ser ate
Federal Aid # MABRZ-1314(2) TIP # B-3364 County: Randolph
Properties within the area of potential effect for which there is no effect. Indicate if propem.. is
National Register-listed (NR) or determined eligible (DE).
Bridge No. 42 (DE) - No effect with environmental commitments
1) Bridge will remain in place, however it will be closed to vehicular traffic. W f txlVdL5
2) NCDOT will record the bridge prior to construction.
3) NCDOT will minimize harm to the structure during construction of the new bridge by
dampening vibrations whenever possible. r
4) NCDOT will do structural repairs to Bridge No. 42 so that it could be used as a
pedestrian/bicycle route in the event that a new use for the bridge is found.
Properties within the area of potential effect for which there is an effect. Indicate propem, status
(NR or DE) and describe the effect.
Reason(s) why the effect is not adverse (if applicable).
Initialed: NCDOT ?--tP ?- FHWA SHPO