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DEPARTMENT OF TPANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR P.O. BOX 25201. RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201 GARLAND B. GARRETT JR.
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
October 8, 1997
MEMORANDUM TO: Ms. Cyndi Bell
DWQ - DENR
FROM: H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
SUBJECT: Review of Scoping Sheet for the following projects:
Project T.I.P. County Bridge No. State Route Planning Engineer
B-3267 Wilson No. 29 n? SR 1653 ill Goodwin
B-2110 Brunswick No. 62 N NC 211 ill Goodwin
B-3365 Richmond No. 33 SR 1124 ill Goodwin
B-2951 Davidson No. 135 NC 109 /Dennis Pipkin
B-3322 Cumberland No. 36 C3. 1-95B/US 301B ill Goodwin
B-3179 Guilford No. 459 US 29 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 4, 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. for B-3267 and
B-2110. The remaining project meetings will begin at 9:30 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. or 9:30 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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o?OF wAT FRQG Michael F. Easley
Governor
r William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Kerr T. Stevens
Division of Water Quality
May 2, 2001
Wilson County
DWQ Project No. 001513
APPROVAL of Neuse Buffer Rules AUTHORIZATION CERTIFICATE with ADDITIONAL
CONDITIONS
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
NCDOT Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1548
Re: Wilson County, Replacement of Bridge No. 29 over Black Creek Swamp on SR 1653,
Federal Aid Project No. MABRZ-1653(5), State Project No. 8.2341701, TIP B-3267.
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions, to impact 0.138 acres of protected
riparian buffers for the purpose of replacing Bridge No. 29 over Black Creek Swamp on SR 1653
(Huckleberry Road) in Wilson County. The project should be constructed in accordance with your
application dated November 27, 2000 (addendum dated April 4, 2001), and any conditions listed below.
This approval shall act as your Authorization Certificate as required within the Neuse River Riparian
Area Protection Rules (15A NCAC 213 .0233). In addition, you should acquire any other federal, state or
local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion
Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations.
This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application dated November 27,
2000 and the addendum dated April 4, 2001. Should your project change, you must notify the NCDWQ
and submit a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this
Certification and approval letter, and is thereby responsible for complying with all the conditions. For
this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in below.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this authorization, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing.
You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To request a hearing, send a written
petition which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This authorization and
its conditions are final and binding unless you request a hearing.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
919-733-1786 (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/
Page 2 of 2 _
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under the "No Practical Alternatives"
determination as required in 15A NCAC 2B .0233(8). If you have any questions, please contact John
Hennessy at 919-733-5694.
incerely,
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cc: Eric Alsmeyer, USACE Raleigh Field Office
NCDWQ Raleigh Regional Office
Central Files
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Bill Ross, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1548
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NC ENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
May 2, 2001
DWQ No. 001513
Wilson County
Re: Wilson County, Replacement of Bridge No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653,
Federal Aid Project No. MABRZ-1653(5), State Project No. 8.2341701, TIP B-3267.
APPROVAL of Neuse Buffer Rules AUTHORIZATION CERTIFICATE with ADDITIONAL
CONDITIONS
Dear Mr. Gilmore,
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions, to impact 0.138 acres of protected riparian
buffers for the purpose of replacing Bridge Number 29 over Black Creek Swamp on SR 1653 (Huckleberry
Road). The project shall be constructed according to your application-dated November 27, 2000, the
addendum dated April 4, 2001, and any conditions listed below. This approval shall act as your Authorization
Certificate as required within the Neuse River Riparian Area Protection Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0233). In
addition, you should get any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your
project including (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application dated November
27, 2000 and the addendum dated April 4, 2001. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may
be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this
authorization and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. For this
approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed below.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this authorization, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You
must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition,
which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative
Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 276 1 1-7447. This authorization and its conditions are final and
binding unless you ask for a hearing.
Non-Discharge Branch Wetlands/401 Unit 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27669-1621
Telephone [phone] FAX # [phone]
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Page 2 of 2
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under the "No Practical Alternatives"
determination required in 15A NCAC 2B .0233(8). If you have any questions, please contact John Hennessy
at 919-733-5694.
Sincerely,
Cc: Eric Alsmeyer, US Army Corps of
DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
April 4, 2001
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615
ATTN: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
NCDOT Coordinator
Dear Sir:
SUBJECT: Wilson County, Replacement of Bridge. No.
(Huckleberry Road). Federal Aid Project No
8.2341701. TIP No. B-3267.
LYNDo TIPPETT
SECRETARY
29 over Black Creek on SR 1653
MABRZ-1653(5). State Project No.
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation proposes to replace
Bridge. No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653 (Huckleberry Road) in Wilson County. An
application for a Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 was applied for this project on November 27,
2000. The original designs called for the use of piles, which do not require a work pad for
construction. However, a temporary rock work pad will be required for this project for the use of
drilled piers due to the depth that the supports need to be buried.
The work pad will cause no wetland impacts but will temporarily impact 0.04 ac of
surface water. The temporary work pad will be comprised of Class II rip rap totaling 145 yd 3
of fill. The work pad will be constructed by placing Class II rip rap on a geo-textile fabric. Both
the rip rap and geo-textile fabric will be removed after construction is completed and the riparian
buffer adjacent to the stream will be revegetated.
It is anticipated that these activities will be authorized via a NWP 33 (Temporary Fill) in
additional to the previously requested NWP 23 (Categorical Exclusion). By copy of this
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WESSITE: WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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application, request is made to the Division of Water Quality, for the appropriate 401 Water
Quality Certifications.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Mr. Chris
Rivenbark at [phone].
Sincerely,
William Gilmore, P.E., Branch Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
WDG/mcr
cc: Mr. David Franklin, COE
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
Mr. Garland Pardue, USFWS
Mrs. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Design Services
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Program Design
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. D.R. Henderson, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Tim Roundtree, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. Randy Wise, P.E., Roadside Environmental
Mrs. Wendi Oglesby, P.E., Division 4 Engineer
Mr. Wayne Elliot, PD & EA
MAILING ADDRESS:
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWWDOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
April 4, 2001
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615
ATTN: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
NCDOT Coordinator
Dear Sir:

LYNDo TIPPETT
SECRETARY
SUBJECT: Wilson County, Replacement of Bridge. No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653
(Huckleberry Road). Federal Aid Project No. MABRZ-1653(5). State Project No.
8.2341701. TIP No. B-3267.
As you are aware, the North Carolina Department of Transportation proposes to replace
Bridge. No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653 (Huckleberry Road) in Wilson County. An
application for a Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 was applied for this project on November 27,
2000. The original designs called for the use of piles, which do not require a work pad for
construction. However, a temporary rock work pad will be required for this project for the use of
drilled piers due to the depth that the supports need to be buried.
The work pad will cause no wetland impacts but will temporarily impact 0.04 ac of
surface water. The temporary work pad will be comprised of Class II rip rap totaling 145 yd s
of fill. The work pad will be constructed by placing Class II rip rap on a geo-textile fabric. Both
the rip rap and geo-textile fabric will be removed after construction is completed and the riparian
buffer adjacent to the stream will be revegetated.
It is anticipated that these activities will be authorized via a NWP 33 (Temporary Fill) in
additional to the previously requested NWP 23 (Categorical Exclusion). By copy of this
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WE13SITE: WWW.DOH.DOT. STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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application, request is made to the Division of Water Quality, for the appropriate 401 Water
Quality Certifications.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Mr. Chris
Rivenbark at [phone].
Sincerely,
WDG/mcr
,f William Gilmore, P.E., Branch Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
cc: Mr. David Franklin, COE
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
Mr. Garland Pardue, USFWS
Mrs. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Design Services
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Program Design
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. D.R. Henderson, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Tim Roundtree, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. Randy Wise, P.E., Roadside Environmental
Mrs. Wendi Oglesby, P.E., Division 4 Engineer
Mr. Wayne Elliot, PD & EA
MAILING ADDRESS:
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWWDOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US
LOCATION:
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
November 27, 2000
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615
ATTN: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
NCDOT Coordinator
Dear Sir:

DAVID MCCOY
SECRETARY

SUBJECT: Wilson County, Replacement of Bridge. No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653
(Huckleberry Road). Federal Aid Project No. MABRZ-1653(5). State Project No.
8.2341701. TIP No. B-3267.
Attached for your information is a copy of the Categorical Exclusion Planning Document
for the subject project. The project is being processed by the Federal Highway Administration as
a "Categorical Exclusion" in accordance with 23 CFR 771.115(b). Therefore, we propose to
proceed under a Nationwide Permit in accordance with 33 CFR 330 Federal Register: March 9,
2000 (Volume 65, Number 47, Pages 12817-12899, by the Corps of Engineers. The provisions
of Section 330.4 and appendix A (C) of these regulations will be followed during construction of
the project.
Jurisdictional Surface Waters. The new bridge will be approximately 80.0 ft in length and
30.0 ft wide and will span Black Creek [DWQ Index No.27-86-9]. Black Creek lies in the Neuse
River basin (sub-basin 030401) and carries a NCDWQ Best Usage Classification of Class C Sw
NSW. Class C refers to waters suitable for aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing,
wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture. The supplemental classification Sw denotes
swamp waters that have low velocities and other natural characteristics which are different from
adjacent streams. The supplemental classification NSW denotes Nutrient Sensitive Waters
which are waters subject to growths of microscopic or macroscopic vegetation requiring
limitations on nutrient inputs.
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548 WEBSITE: WWW.DOH. DOT. STATE. NC.US RALEIGH, NC
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Bridge No. 29 has three spans totaling 52 feet in length. The bridge deck is a pre-stressed
concrete block. The substructure consists of timber piles with concrete caps and concrete sills.
There is a potential for components of the deck and substructure to be dropped into Waters of the
United States during removal. The resulting temporary fill that could potentially fall into Black
Creek associated with the superstructure and substructure is approximately 41.0 yds'. Traffic
will be detoured offsite during project construction.
Jurisdictional Wetlands. 871 ft' (0.02 ac) of wetlands will be mechanically cleared as a
result of project construction.
Threatened And Endangered Species. The following species are listed as threatened or
endangered in the respective counties: A Biological Conclusion of No Effect has been reached
for each of the following species.
• Red-cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis). Endangered.
• Dwarf wedge mussel (Alasmidonta heterodon). Endangered.
• Michaux's sumac (Rhus michauxii). Endangered
Cultural Resources. No historic sites will be impacted by the proposed project. There are
no known archaeological sites within the proposed project area and SHPO State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) recommended no historic architectural or archaeological
investigations be conducted (December 16, 1997).
Neuse Riparian Buffers. Impacts to Neuse Riparian Buffers associated with this project
total 0.012 ac (0.009 ac Zone 1, 0.003 Zone 2). Temporary impacts to Neuse Riparian Buffers
will 0.126 ac and will be revegetated after construction is complete. No new stormwater ditches
or sedimentation control devices are proposed within Neuse Riparian Buffers.
It is anticipated that these activities will be authorized via a NWP 23 (Categorical
Exclusion). By copy of this application, request is made to the Division of Water Quality, for the
appropriate 401 Water Quality Certifications.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Mr. Chris
Rivenbark at [phone].
Sincerely,
William Gilmore, P.E., Branch Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
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cc: Mr. David Franklin, COE
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
Mr. Garland Pardue, USFWS
Mrs. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Design Services
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Program Design
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. D.R. Henderson, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Tim Roundtree, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. Randy Wise, P.E., Roadside Environmental
Mrs. Wendi Oglesby, P.E., Division 4 Engineer
Mr. Wayne Elliot, PD & EA
MAILING ADDRESS:
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW. DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH, NC

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DEM ID: CORPS ACTION ID:
NATIONWIDE PERMIT REQUESTED (PROVIDE NATIONWIDE PERMIT #): 23
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. OWNERS NAME: N.C. Dept of Transportation, PD&EA
2. MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 25201
SUBDIVISION NAME:
CITY: Raleigh STATE: NC ZIP CODE: 27611
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:
Bill Gilmore, P.E. Manaqer
5. LOCATION OF WORK (PROVIDE A MAP, PREFERABLY A COPY OF USGS
TOPOGRAPHIC MAP OR AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY WITH SCALE):
COUNTY: Wilson NEAREST TOWN OR CITY: Lucama
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SPECIFIC LOCATION (INCLUDE ROAD NUMBERS, LANDMARKS, ETC.):
Bridae No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653(HuckleberryRoad,
6. IMPACTED OR NEAREST STREAM/RIVER: Black Creek
RIVER BASIN: Neuse
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: 0.55 ac
9b. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS LOCATED ON PROJECT
SITE:
0.11 acres
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10a. NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT BY:
FILLING: EXCAVATION:
FLOODING: OTHER: mechanized clearing 0.02 ac
DRAINAGE: TOTAL ACRES TO BE IMPACTED: 0.02 ac
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:
11. IF CONSTRUCTION OF A POND IS PROPOSED, WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE
WATERSHED DRAINING TO THE POND?
WHAT IS THE EXPECTED POND SURFACE AREA?
12. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF TYPE OF
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT TO BE USED (ATTACH PLANS: 8 1/2" X 11" DRAWINGS
ONLY) :
Crane, bull dozers, heavy duty trucks
13. PURPOSE OF PROPOSED WORK:
Public transportation
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14. STATE REASONS WHY IT IS BELIEVED THAT THIS ACTIVITY MUST BE CARRIED
OUT IN WETLANDS. (INCLUDE ANY MEASURES TAKEN TO MINIMIZE WETLAND
IMPACTS):
Project is crossing a creek, no other alternatives
Fill slopes and cuts along the new alignment will be kept to .a
minimum.
15. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
(USFWS) AND/OR NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE (NMFS) (SEE AGENCY
ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF ANY FEDERALLY LISTED OR
PROPOSED FOR LISTING ENDANGERED OR THREATENED SPECIES OR CRITICAL
HABITAT IN THE PERMIT AREA THAT MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT.
DATE CONTACTED: see PCE (ATTACH RESPONSES FROM THESE AGENCIES.)
16. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER
(SHPO) (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF HISTORIC
PROPERTIES IN THE PERMIT AREA WHICH MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED
PROJECT. DATE CONTACTED: see PCE
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 [] see PCE
b. IF YES, HAS THE DOCUMENT BEEN REVIEWED THROUGH THE NORTH
CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION STATE CLEARINGHOUSE?
YES [X]NO [] see PCE
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].
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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/Residential
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.

OWNER'S/AGENT'S SIGNATURE
(AGENT'S SIGNATURE VALID ONLY
IF AUTHORIZATION LETTER FROM
THE OWNER IS PROVIDED (18g.))
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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION ACTION CLASSIFICATION FORM
TIP Project No.: B-3267
State Project No.: 8.2341701
Federal-Aid Project No.: MABRZ-1653(5)
A. Project Description:
NCDOT will replace Bridge No. 29 on SR 1653 over Black Creek in Wilson
County. The bridge will be replaced with a new bridge 95 feet in length. The bridge will
be 28 feet wide. This width will provide for a 22 foot travelway, and a 3 foot offset on
both sides of the proposed bridge. The new approach roadway will also have a 22-foot
travelway with a shoulder width of at least 8 feet. Shoulder widths will be increased to at
least 11 feet where guardrail is warranted. Traffic will be detoured along existing roads
during construction.
B. Purpose and Need:
Bridge No. 29 has a sufficiency rating of 63.8 out of 100. However, the
sufficiency rating was 48.6 before the bridge's last inspection. The deck of Bridge No. 29
is only 25 feet wide. For these reasons Bridge No. 29 needs to be replaced.
C: Proposed Improvements:
Circle one or more of the following Type II improvements which apply to the project:
1. Modernization of a highway by resurfacing, restoration, rehabilitation,
reconstruction, adding shoulders, or adding auxiliary lanes (e.g., parking weaving,
turning, climbing).
a. Restoring, Resurfacing, Rehabilitating, and Reconstructing pavement
(3R and 4R improvements)
b. Widening roadway and shoulders without adding through lanes
c. Modernizing gore treatments
d. Constructing lane improvements (merge, auxiliary, and turn lanes)
e. Adding shoulder drains
f. Replacing and rehabilitating culverts, inlets, and drainage pipes, including
safety treatments
g. Providing driveways pipes
h. Performing minor bridge widening (less than one through lane)
2. Highway safety or traffic operations improvement projects including the
installation of ramp metering control devices and lighting.
a. Installing ramp metering devices
b. Installing lights
C. Adding or upgrading guardrail
d. Installing safety barriers including Jersey type barriers and pier protection
e. Installing or replacing impact attenuators
f. Upgrading medians including adding or upgrading median barriers
g. Improving intersections including relocation and/ or realignment
h. Making minor roadway realignment
i. Channelizing traffic
j. Performing clear zone safety improvements including removing hazards
and flattening slopes
k. Implementing traffic aid systems, signals, and motorist aid
1. Installing bridge safety hardware including bridge rail retrofit
Bridge rehabilitation, reconstruction, or replacement or the construction of grade
separation replace existing at-grade railroad crossings.
a. Rehabilitating, reconstructing, or replacing bridge approach slabs
b. Rehabilitating or replacing bridge decks
c. Rehabilitating bridges including painting ( no red lead paint), scour repair,
fender systems, and minor structural improvements
0 Replacing a bridge (structure and/ or fill)
4. Transportation corridor fringe parking facilities.
5. Construction of new truck weigh stations or rest areas.
6. Approvals for disposal of excess right-of-way or for joint or limited use of right-
of-way, where the proposed use does not have significant adverse impacts.
7. Approvals for changes in access control.
8. Construction of new bus storage and maintenance facilities in areas used
predominantly for industrial or transportation purposes where such construction is
not inconsistent with existing zoning and located on or near a street with adequate
capacity to handle anticipated bus and support vehicle traffic.
9. Rehabilitation or reconstruction of existing rail and bus buildings and ancillary
facilities where only minor amounts of additional land are required and there is
not a substantial increase in the number of users.
10. Construction of bus transfer facilities (an open area consisting of passenger
shelters, boarding areas, kiosks and related street improvements ) when located in
a commercial area or other high activity center in which there is adequate street
capacity for projected bus traffic.
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11. Construction of rail storage and maintenance facilities in areas used
predominantly for industrial or transportation purposes where such construction is
not inconsistent with existing zoning and where there is no significant noise
impact on the surrounding community.
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12. Acquisition of land for hardship or protective purposes, advance land acquisition
loans under section 3 (b) of the UNIT Act. Hardship and protective buying will be
permitted only for a particular parcel or a limited number of parcels. These types
of land acquisition will not limit the evaluation of alternatives, including shifts in
alignment for planned construction projects, which may be required in the NEPA
process. No project development on such land may proceed until the NEPA
process has been completed.
Special Project Information
Environmental Commitments:
All standard measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize environmental
impacts.
2. In accordance with the provisions of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(33 U.S.C. 1344), a permit will be required from the Corps of Engineers for the
discharge of dredged or fill material into "Waters of the United States." A Corr,
of Engineers Nationwide Permit # 23 will be applicable for this project.
A North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (DEM) Section 401
Water Quality General Certification will be obtained prior to issue of the Corr% tit
Engineers Nationwide Permit # 23.
Estimated Costs:
Construction
Right of Way
Total
Estimated Traffic:
Current
Year 2025
$ 425,000
$ 24,000
$ 449,000
530 VPD
800 VPD
Proposed Typical Roadway Section:
The new approach roadway will have a 22-foot travelway with a shoulder width
of at least 8 feet. Shoulder width will be increased to at least 11 feet where guardrail is
warranted.
Design Speed:
60 mph
Functional Classification:
SR 1653 is classified as a Rural Local Route in the Statewide Functional
Classification system.
Division Office Comments:
The Division Engineer supports the chosen alternate and proposed method for
detouring traffic during construction.
E. Threshold Criteria
The following evaluation of threshold criteria must be completed for Type II actions.
ECOLOGICAL YES NO
(1) Will the project have a substantial impact on any unique or ? X
important natural resource? -
(2) Does the project involve any habitat where federally listed

endangered or threatened species may occur? ?
X
(3) Will the project affect anadromous fish? F-1 X
(4) If the project involves wetlands, is the amount of permanent
and/or temporary wetland taking less than one-third (1/3) acre

and have all practicable measures to avoid and minimize ?
x
takings been evaluated?

(5) Will the project require use of U. S. Forest Service lands ? X
(6) Will the quality of adjacent water resources be adversely impacted
by proposed construction activities? X
(7) Does the project involve waters classified as Outstanding Water ? X
Resources (OWR) and/or High Quality Waters (HQW) ?
(8) Will the project require fill in waters of the United States in any

of the designated mountain trout counties? ?
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(9) Does the project involve any known underground storage tanks ?
(UST's) or hazardous materials sites? X
PERMITS AND COORDINATION YES NO
(10) If the project is located within a CAMA county, will the project
significantly affect the coastal zone and/or any "Area of D X
Environmental Concern" (AEC)?
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(12) Will a U. S. Coast Guard permit be required? X
(13) Will the project result in the modification of any existing

regulatory floodway? ?
X
(14) Will the project require any stream relocations or channel
changes? X
SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES YES NO
(15) Will the project induce substantial impacts to planned growth or ? X
land use for the area? -
(16) Will the project require the relocation of any family or business? X
(17) Will the project have a disproportionately high and adverse
human health and environmental effect on any minority or

low-income population? ?
X
(18) If the project involves the acquisition of right of way, is the
amount of right of way acquisition considered minor? X
(19) Will the project involve any changes in access control? F-1 X
(20) Will the project substantially alter the usefulness and/or land
use of any adjacent property? X
(21) Will the project have an adverse effect on permanent local
traffic patterns or community cohesiveness? X
(22) Is the project included in an approved thoroughfare plan and/or
Transportation Improvement Program (and is, therefore, in X
conformance with the Clean Air Act of 1990)?
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(23) Is the project anticipated to cause an increase in traffic volumes? 1:1 X
(24) Will traffic be maintained during construction using existing X
roads, staged construction, or on-site detours?
(25) If the project is a bridge replacement project, will the bridge be
replaced at its existing location (along the existing facility) and
will all construction proposed in association with the bridge X
replacement project be contained on the existing facility?
(26) Is there substantial controversy on social, economic, or
environmental grounds concerning the project? D X
(27) Is the project consistent with all Federal, State, and local laws ?
relating to the environmental aspects of the action? X
(28) Will the project have an "effect" on properties eligible for or ? X
listed on the National Register of Historic Places?
(29) Will the project affect any archaeological remains which are ? X
important to history or pre-history ?
(30) Will the project require the use of Section 4(f) resources
(public parks, recreation lands, wildlife and waterfowl refuges , ?
historic sites or historic bridges, as defined in Section 4(f) of the X
U. S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966)?
(31) Will the project result in any conversion of assisted public
recreation sites or facilities to non-recreation uses, as defined
by Section 6(f) of the Land and Water Conservation Act of 1966, X
as amended?
(32) Will the project involve construction in, across, or adjacent to a
river designated as a component of or proposed for inclusion in
the natural Wild and Scenic Rivers?
Additional Documentation Required for Unfavorable Responses in Part E
None.
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G. CE Approval
TIP Project No.: B-3267
State Project No.: 8.2341701
Federal-Aid Project No.: MABRZ-1653(5)
Project Description:
NCDOT will replace Bridge No. 29 on SR 1653 over Black Creek in Wilson
County. The bridge will be replaced with a new bridge 95 feet in length. The bridge will
be 28 feet wide. This width will provide for a 22 foot travelway, and a 3 foot offset on
both sides of the proposed bridge. The new approach roadway will also have a 22-foot
travelway with a shoulder width of at least 8 feet. Shoulder widths will be increased to at
least 11 feet where guardrail is warranted. Traffic will be detoured along existing roads
during construction.
Categorical Exclusion Action Classification: (Check one)
X TYPE II (A)
TYPE II (B)
Approved:
5-13-77 ?` /t At'?-tL-
Date Assistant Manager,
Project Development & Environmental Analysis Branch
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Date Project 'Planning Unit Head
Date Project Planning Engineer
For Type II (B) projects only:
Not Required
Date Division Administrator,
Federal Highway Administration
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o«North Carolina Department of
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Division of Highways
Planning & Environmental Branch
or
Wilson County
Replace Bridge No. 29 on SR 1653
Over Black Creek
B-3267
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
December 16, 1997
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Bridge #29 on SR 1653 over Black Creek,
Wilson County, B-3267, Federal Aid Project
MABRZ-1653(5), State Project 8.2341701, ER
98-7693
Dear Mr. Graf:
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
We regret staff was unable to attend the scoping meeting for the above project on
November 4, 1997. However, Debbie Bevin met with Bill Goodwin of the North
Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) on December 2, 1997, 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, 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 archaeological sites within the proposed project area. Based
on our present knowledge of the area, it is unlikely that any archaeological
resources which may be eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic
Places will be affected by the project construction. We, therefore, recommend that
no archaeological investigation be conducted in connection with this project.
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.
109 East Jones Street - Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 ???
Nicholas L. Graf
December 16, 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.
Sincerely,
L41t?_ xll?lk
David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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cc: 1/ F. Vick
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T. Padgett

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMEs B. HUNT )R. P.O. BOX 25201. RALEIGH. N.C. 27611-5201
GOVERNOR
May 11, 1999
MEMORANDUM TO: Wayne Elliot, P.E., Unit Head
Bridge Replacement Unit
E. NoRRIs TOI.soN
SECRETARI
FROM: Chris Rivenbark, Natural Systems Specialist C?
Natural Systems Unit
SUBJECT: Natural Resources Technical Report for the proposea
replacement of Bridge No. 29 over Black Creek on
SR 1653 in Wilson County. Federal Aid Project
No.MABRZ-1653(5), State Project No. 8.2341701
TIP No. B-3267
ATTENTION: Bill Goodwin, P.E., Project Planning Engineer
Bridge Replacement Unit
The attached Natural Resources Technical Report (NRTR) provides
inventories and descriptions of natural resources within the project area to assist
in preparation of a Programmatic Categorical Exclusion. Estimations of impacts
likely to occur to these resources as a result of project construction are provided
as well. If you have any questions, please contact me at 733-9513.
cc:
Phil Harris, P.E., Unit Head, Natural Systems Unit
File: B-3267

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Replacement of Bridge No. 29 over Black Creek on SR 1653 in Wilson County
Natural Resources Technical Report Federal Aid Project No.MABRZ-1653(5)

State Project No. 8.2341701
TIP No. B-3267
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Division of Highways
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Natural Systems Unit
Chris Rivenbark, Natural Systems Specialist
May 11, 1999
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................1
1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................. .................................. 1
1.2 PURPOSE ................................................................................. ................................... 1
1.3 TERMINOLOGY AND DEFINITIONS ................................................ .................................. 1
1.4 METHODOLOGY ........................................................................ .................................. 1
2.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES ........................................................................................2
2.1 WATER RESOURCES ................................................................. ..................................2
3.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES ............................................... 3
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3.1 TERRESTRIAL COMMUNITIES ...................................................... .................................. 3
3.2 SUMMARY OF ANTICIPATED IMPACTS ........................................... ................................. 5
3.2.1 Anticipated Impacts to Terrestrial Communities ................ ................................. 5
3.2.2 Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources .......................... ................................. 5
4.0 JURISDICTIONAL TOPICS .....................................................................................6
4.1 WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES ................................................ ................................. 6
4.1.1 Permits ............................................................................... .................................7
4.2 MITIGATION ...............................:............................................... .................................7
4.2.1 Avoidance ......................................................................... ................................. 8
4.2.2 Minimization ...................................................................... ................................. 8
4.2.3 Compensatory Mitigation .................................................. ................................. 8
4.3 FEDERALLY PROTECTED SPECIES ............................................... ................................. 8
4.4 FEDERAL SPECIES OF CONCERN AND STATE LISTED SPECIES ....... ............................... 11
5.0 REFERENCES .......................................................................................................13
LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1. ESTIMATED TERRESTRIAL IMPACTS TO COMMUNITIES ............ ................................. 5
TABLE 2. FEDERALLY PROTECTED SPECIES FOR WILSON COUNTY ...... ................................. 9
TABLE 3. FEDERAL SPECIES OF CONCERN FOR WILSON COUNTY ........ ............................... 12
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The following Natural Resources Technical Report is submitted to assist in
preparation of a Programmatic Categorical Exclusion.
1.1 Project Description
The proposed project calls for the replacement of bridge No. 29 on SR 1653 over
Black Creek with a reinforced concrete box culvert or bridge. The proposed right-of-
way is 18.2 m (60.0 ft). Project length is approximately 122.0 m (400.0 ft). Traffic will
be detoured offsite during construction using other existing local roads.
1.2 Purpose
The purpose of this document is to describe and inventory the natural resources
identified within the project vicinity and estimate potential impacts to these resources.
Recommendations are made for measures which will minimize resource impacts.
These descriptions and estimates are relevant only in the context of existing design
concepts. If preliminary design parameters change, an additional field investigation
may be necessary.
1.3 Terminology and Definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms are used concerning the
limits of natural resources investigated. Project study area denotes the area bounded
by the proposed right-of-way limits. Project vicinity describes an area extending 0.8
km (0.5 mi) on all sides of the project study area. Project region is equivalent to an
area represented by a 7.5 minute USGS quadrangle map [163.3 sq km (61.8 sq mi)],
with the project as the center point.
1.4 Methodology
Prior to the site visit, published resource information pertaining to the project
vicinity was gathered and reviewed. Information sources include; U.S. Geological
Survey (USGS) quadrangle maps (Lucama and Kenly East), NCDOT aerial
photographs of project study area (1:1200), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) list
of protected species and N.C. Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) database of
uncommon and protected species and unique habitats.
A field survey for the project was conducted on January 29,1999 and April 23,
1999 by NCDOT Natural Systems Specialists Chris Rivenbark, Tim Savidge, and Lynn
Smith. Plant communities were identified and recorded. Wildlife was identified using a
number of observation techniques, including habitat evaluation, active searching and
recording identifying signs of wildlife (sounds, tracks and burrows).
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2.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES
Water resource:,, which occur in the study area, are discussed below. The
availability of water directly influences composition and distribution of flora and fauna in
any biotic community.
2.1 Water Resources
Field surveys revealed that one surface water is located within the project study
area. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) has assigned index numbers for streams
and tributaries in North Carolina. One perennial stream in the Neuse River Basin, Black
Creek [DWQ Index No. 27-86-9, (5/1/98)] occurs within the project study area and is
crossed by the project. This stream carries a Best Usage Classification of Class C Sw
NSW. Class C refers to waters suitable for aquatic life propagation and survival,
fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture. The supplemental classification
Sw denotes swamp waters that have low velocities and other natural characteristics
which are different from adjacent streams. The supplemental classification NSW
denotes Nutrient Sensitive Waters which are waters subject to growths of microscopic
or macroscopic vegetation requiring limitations on nutrient inputs.
At the time of the field visit, Black Creek was approximately 0.46 m-0.92 m (1.5
ft- 3.0 ft) deep and had an average width of 7.3 m (24 ft). The substrate consisted of silt
and cobble. Flow in the stream was slow. Water color was black water.
Point sources refers to discharges that enter surface water through a pipe, ditch,
or other defined points of discharge. The term most commonly refers to discharges
associated with wastewater treatment plants. Point source dischargers located
throughout North Carolina are permitted through the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) program. Any discharger is required to register for a
permit. There are no permitted dischargers located within1.6 km (1.0 mi) upstream of
the project study area.
Non-point source refers to runoff that enters surface waters through stormwater
flow or no defined point of discharge. There are many types of land use activities that
can serve as sources of nonpoint source pollution including land development,
construction, crop production, animal feeding lots, failing septic systems, landfills,
roads, and parking lots. Sediment and nutrients are major pollution-causing
substances associated with nonpoint source pollution. Others include fecal coliform
bacteria, heavy metals, oil and grease, and any other substance that may be washed
off the ground or removed from the atmosphere and carried into surface waters
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. All basins are reassessed every five years. Prior to the implementation of the
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basinwide approach to water quality management, the Benthic Macroinvertebrate
Ambient Network (managed by the DWQ) assessed water quality by sampling for
benthic macroinvertebrate organisms at fixed monitoring sites throughout the state.
The Benthic Macro invertebrate Ambient Network (BMAN) is managed by DWQ
and is part of an ongoing ambient water quality monitoring program which addresses
long term trends in water quality. The program assesses water quality by sampling for
selected benthic macroinvertebrate organisms at fixed monitoring sites. Some
macro invertebrates are sensitive to very subtle changes in water quality; thus, the
species richness and overall biomass of these organisms are reflections of water
quality. There are no BMAN sites within the project vicinity.
3.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES
This section describes the ecosystems encountered and the relationships
between vegetative and faunal components within terrestrial, and aquatic ecosystems.
Descriptions of the terrestrial systems are presented where applicable in the context of
plant community classifications (Schafale and Weakley, 1990).
Representative animal species which are likely to occur in these habitats are
cited. Animals observed during the site visit are denoted by an asterisk ('') in the text.
Sightings of spoor evidence are equated with sightings of individuals. Scientific
nomenclature and common names (when applicable) are used for plant and animal
species described. Subsequent references to the same organism will include the
common name only.
3.1 Terrestrial Communities
Two terrestrial communities, maintained roadside and coastal plain bottomland
hardwood, exist within the project study area and will be impacted by the subject
project. The maintained roadside community consists of the highly maintained
shoulders and some less intensively managed areas that grade into the surrounding
natural communities. Significant soil disturbance and compaction, along with frequent
mowing or herbicide application, keep this community in an early successional state.
Dominant plants in the heavily maintained portions of the roadside community
include fescue (Festuca sp.), and plantain (Plantago sp.). In the areas which receive
lower levels of maintenance, more diverse communities can develop. This community
is populated by wild onion (Allium canadense), Carolina geranium (Geranium
carolinianum), and chickweed (Stellaria media).
The Coastal Plain bottomland hardwood community included herb and vine
species such as Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica), giant cane (Arundinaria
gigantea), lizard's tail (Saururus cernuus), greenbrier (Smilax spp.), blackberry (Rubus
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argutus), gil over the ground (Glecoma hederacea), trumpet creeper (Campsis
radicans), indian strawberry (Duchesnea indica), Japanese grass (Microstegiurr
virmineum), henbit (Lamium ampexicaule), and bitter cress (Cardamine sp.). Trees
found in this area include tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), elderberry (Sambucus
canadensis), Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense), American holly (Ilex opaca), and
sweet gum (Liriodendron tulipifera).
Wildlife found in these communities may be limited and consists primarily of
wide-ranging, adaptable species which are well suited to coexistence with human
development. Mammals common to disturbed edge areas, such as eastern cottontail
rabbit (Sylvilagus floridanus), raccoon* (Procyon lotor), white-tailed deer *(Odocoileus
virginianus), and gray squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) may inhabit forested fringes.
Evidence of beaver * (Castor canadensis) was found along Black Creek. The most
common reptiles found in such habitats are eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina, and
predators such as black racer (Coluber constrictor), and eastern garter snake
(Thamnophis sirtalis).
Birds likely to frequent such habitats include common crow* (Corvus
brachyrhynchos), Northern cardinal* (Cardinalis cardinalis), white throated sparrc:.'
(Zonotrichia albicollis), wood duck* (Aix sponsa), downy woodpecker* (Picoides
pubescens), mourning dove (Zenaida macroura), and European starling (Sturnus
vulgaris).
Fauna associated with perennial streams such Black Creek include various
invertebrate and vertebrate species. Freshwater fishes likely to be found in creeMs as Black Creek may include creek chub (Semotilus atromaculatus), Eastern mud
minnow* (Umbra pygmaea), redbreast sunfish (Lepomis auritus), mosquito fish'
(Gambusia affinis), freshwater shrimp* (Palaemonetes paludosus), fingernail clarr'
(Sphaerium sp.), golden shiner (Notemigonus crysoleucas), and green sunfish
(Lepomis cyanellus). Invertebrates that could be present include: crayfish* (family
Cambaridae) and nymphal stages of dragonflies and damselflies (Order Odonata)
The bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana), pickerel frog (R. palustris), snapping turtle (Chelydra
serpentina) northern water snake (Nerodia sipedon) are common permanent residents
in this community.
Three jurisdictional wetlands are located within the project area. These wetlands
are located on the northeast, northwest, and southeast quadrants of Bridge No. 29.
The wetlands are dominated by Japanese grass, elderberry, and giant cane.
Hydrologic indicators are saturated soils and inundation. This wetland lies adjacent to
Shepard's Branch [DWQ Index No. 27-86-(5.7)]. Approximately 0.06 ha (0.15 ac) of
jurisdictional wetlands are located within the project area. However, if the bridge is
replaced in its existing location with the same approaches and same elevation, no
impacts to these wetlands should occur as a result of this project. Should the new
bridge or culvert require additional modification in design, elevation, or approaches, a
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delineation will be necessary to determine exact impacts if any to the wetlands. Soils in
the wetland had a hue of 10YR, a value of 4, and a chroma of 2. The Cowardin
classification for this site is Palustrine Forested Broad-Leaved Deciduous (PF01).
3.2 Summary of Anticipated Impacts
Construction of the proposed project will have various impacts on the biotic
resources described. This section quantifies and qualifies potential impacts to the
natural communities within the project study area in terms of the area impacted and the
organisms affected.
3.2.1 Anticipated Impacts to Terrestrial Communities
Impacts to terrestrial communities will result from project construction due to the
clearing and paving of portions of the project study area, and thus the loss of
community area. Calculated quantitative impacts to terrestrial communities reflect the
relative abundance of each community present in the study area (Table 1). Estimated
impacts are derived based on the project length of 122.0 m (400.0 ft.). The entire right-
of-way 18.3 m (60.0 ft) minus the existing roadway [7.3 m (24.0 ft)] was used for this
calculation. The entire right-of-way will probably not be impacted, therefore actual
impacts to the communities may be considerably less.
Table 1. Estimated terrestrial imnac,tc t(1 rnmmi mi+icc
Community type Estimated impacts
Maintained roadside 0.18 ha (0.44 ac)
Coastal Plain Bottomland Hardwood Forest 0.04 ha (0.11 ac)
Total 0.22 ha (0.55 ac)
Flora and fauna occurring in these communities are generally common
throughout North Carolina because of their adaptability to wide ranging environmental
factors. Moreover, a similar roadside shoulder community will be re-established after
construction. Animals temporarily displaced by construction activities should repopulate
areas suitable for the species following project completion. As a result, it is unlikely that
existing species will be displaced significantly from the project study area following
construction. However, to minimize the temporary effects of project construction, all
cleared areas along the roadways should be revegetated promptly after project
completion to minimize erosion and the loss of wildlife habitat.
3.2.2 Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources
No waters classified as High Quality Waters (HQW), Outstanding Resource
Waters (ORW), or Water Supplies (WS-I or WS-II) occur within 1.6 km (1.0 mi) of
project study area, however impacts will occur to Black Creek.
Estimated impacts to Black Creek will be approximately 0.01 ha (0.03 ac).
Impacts are calculated by using the width of the stream channel [7.3 m (24.0 ft)] and
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the entire right-of-way 18.3 m (60.0 ft). The entire right-of-way will probably not be
impacted, therefore actual impacts to the stream may be considerably less. It is
recommended that the existing bridge be replaced with a bridge instead of a box culvert
to further reduce impacts to Black Creek.
Aquatic communities are sensitive to any changes in the environment. Any
action that affects water quality can have an adverse impact on aquatic organisms.
Although most of the disturbance caused by project construction will be temporary,
some environmental impacts caused by the proposed project will be long term or
irreversible. Installation or modification of instream structures, such as replacement or
extension of culverts, can permanently affect many physical stream parameters.
Project construction may result in the following impacts to surface waters:
Increased silt loading and sedimentation from erosion of disturbed soils.
Changes in light incidence, water clarity and water temperature due to increased
sediment load and riparian vegetation removal.
Alteration of stream discharge due to silt loading and changes in surface or
ground water drainage patterns.
Increased potential for release of toxic compounds such as fuel and oil from
construction equipment and other vehicles.
Precautions must be taken to minimize these and other impacts to water
resources in the study area. NCDOT's Best Management Practices (BMP) for the
Protection of Surface Waters must be strictly enforced throughout the construction
stage of the project.
4.0 JURISDICTIONAL TOPICS
This section provides inventories and impact analyses pertinent to two significant
regulatory issues: Waters of the United States and rare and protected species. These
issues retain particular significance because of federal and state mandates which
regulate their protection. This section deals specifically with the impact analyses
required to satisfy regulatory authority prior to project construction.
4.1 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 (CRF) Part
328.3. Any action that proposes to dredge or place fill material into surface waters or
wetlands 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). Surface waters are waters used
in interstate or foreign commerce, waters subject to the ebb and flow of tides, all
interstate waters including interstate wetlands, and all other waters such as intrastate
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lakes, rivers, and streams. Surface waters include all standing or flowing waters which
have commercial or recreational va!uF to the public.
4.1.1 Permits
Impacts to jurisdictional surface waters are anticipated from the proposed
project. As a result, construction activities will require permits and certifications from
various regulatory agencies in charge of protecting the water quality of public waters
resources.
A Nationwide Permit 23 CFR 330 Appendix A (B) (23) is likely to be applicable
for the crossing of Black Creek. This permit authorizes construction provided the
following conditions are met:
• the width of the fill is limited to the minimum necessary for the actual crossing;
• the fill place in Waters of the United States is limited to a filled area of no more than
0.45 ha (1.0 ac);
• no more than a total of 45.7 m (150 linear ft) of the fill for the roadway can occur in
special aquatic sites, including wetlands;
• the crossing is culverted, bridged or otherwise designed to prevent the restriction of,
and to withstand, expected high flows and tidal flows and movement of aquatic
organisms, and;
• the crossing, including all attendant features, both temporary and permanent, is part
of a single and complete project for crossing of Waters of the United States.
This project will also require a 401 Water Quality Certification from the DWQ
prior to the issuance of the Nationwide Permit. Section 401 of the Clean Water Act
requires that the state issue or deny water certification for any federally permitted or
licensed activity that may result in a discharge to Waters of the United States. Section
401 Certification allows surface waters to be temporarily impacted for the duration of
the construction or other land manipulation. The issuance of a 401 permit from the
DWQ is a prerequisite to issuance of a Section 404 permit.
4.2 Mitigation
The USACE 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.
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4.2.1 Avoidance
Avoidance mitigation examines al; appropriate and practicable 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
USACE, in determining "appropriate and practicable" measures to offset unavoidable
impacts, such measures should be appropriate to the scope and degree of those
impacts and practicable in terms of cost, existing technology and logistics in light of
overall project purposes.
4.2.2 Minimization
Minimization includes the examination of appropriate and practicable 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. Minimization
typically focuses on decreasing the footprint of the proposed project through the
reduction of median widths, ROW widths, fill slopes and/or road shoulder widths. Other
practical mechanisms to minimize impacts to Waters of the United States crossed by
the proposed project include: strict enforcement of sedimentation control BMP's for the
protection of surface waters during the entire life of the project; reduction of clearing
and grubbing activity; reduction/elimination of direct discharge into streams; reduction of
runoff velocity; re-establishment of vegetation on exposed areas, judicious pesticide
and herbicide usage; minimization of "in-stream" activity; and litter/debris control.
4.2.3 Compensatory Mitigation
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.
4.3 Federally Protected Species
Some populations of fauna and flora have been in, or are in, the process of
decline either due to natural forces or their inability to coexist with human activities.
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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
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
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amended. An endangered species is considered to be a species that is in danger of
becoming extinct throughout all or a significant portion of its range. A threatened
species is considered to be a species that is likely to become an endangered species
within the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range.
As of January 15, 1999, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) three federally
protected species for Wilson County (Table 2). Descriptions and biological conclusions
for each species are given below.
i aoie z. Federally Protected Species for Wilson County.
Scientific Name Common Name Status
Alasmidonta heterodon dwarf wedge mussel Endangered
Picoides borealis red-cockaded woodpecker Endangered
Rhus michauxii Michaux's sumac Endangered
Note:
"Endangered" denotes -a species is in danger of extinction throughout all or a
significant portion of its range.
Alasmidonta heterodon (dwarf wedge mussel) Endangered
Animal Family: Unionidae
Date Listed: 3/14/90
Alasmidonta heterodon formerly ranged from the Petitcodiac River, Canada to
the Neuse River, North Carolina. In North Carolina populations are found in Middle
Creek and the Little River of the Neuse River Basin and in the upper Tar River and
Cedar, Crooked, and Stony Creeks of the Tar River system.
The dwarf wedge mussel is a small mussel ranging in size from 2.5 cm to 3.8 cm
in length. It's shell is distinguishable by two lateral teeth on the right half and one on
the left half. The periostracum (outer shell) is olive green to dark brown in color and the
nacre (inner shell) is bluish to silvery white.
Successful reproduction is dependent on the attachment of larval mussels to a
host fish. It is not known what the host fish is but evidence suggests that it is either an
anadromous or catadromous species. This mussel is sensitive to agricultural,
domestic, and industrial pollutants and requires a stable silt free streambed with well
oxygenated water to survive.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for dwarf wedge mussel exists within the project area. However,
no dwarf wedge mussels were found during a survey of Black Creek on April 23, 1999
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by NCDOT Natural System Specialist Tim Savidge. In addition, a review of the NCNHP
database on January 26, 1999 indicated that there is no known occurrence of the dwarf
wedge mussel within the project area. Therefore this project will not effect this species.
Picoides borealis (red-cockaded woodpecker) Endangered
Animal Family: Picidae
Date Listed: 10/13/70
The red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) once occurred from New Jersey to
southern Florida and west to eastern Texas. It occurred inland in Kentucky,
Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. The RCW is now found only in coastal
states of its historic range and inland in southeastern Oklahoma and southern
Arkansas. In North Carolina moderate populations occur in the sandhills and southern
coastal plain. The few populations found in the piedmont and northern coastal plain are
believed to be relics of former populations.
The adult red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) has a plumage that is entirely black
and white except for small red streaks on the sides 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 (Pinus palustris), 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 200 hectares (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 3.6-30.3 m (12-100 ft) above the ground and average 9.1-15.7 m (30-50
ft) high. They can be identified by a large incrustation of running sap that surrounds the
tree. The large incrustation of sap is believed to be used as a defense by the RCW
against possible predators. A clan of woodpeckers usually consists of one breeding
pair and the offspring from previous years. The RCW lays its eggs in April, May, and
June and hatch 38 days later. Clutch size ranges in number from 3-5 eggs. All
members of the clan share in raising the young. Red-cockaded woodpeckers feed
mainly on insects but may feed on seasonal wild fruits.
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Biological Conclusion: - No Effect
Suitable habitat consisting of pine trees that are >60 years old and are
contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of age is not present in the project area.
Neither red-cockaded woodpeckers nor,cavity trees were observed during the field
investigation. In addition, a review of the NCNHP database on January 26, 1999
indicated that there is no known occurrence of the red-cockaded woodpecker within the
project area. Therefore, this project will not affect this species.
Rhus michauxii (Michaux's sumac) Endangered
Plant Family: Anacardiaceae
Federally Listed: 8/28/89
Flowers Present: June
Michaux's sumac is a densely pubescent rhizomatous shrub that grows 0.2 to
1.0 meters in height. The narrowly winged or wingless rachis supports 9 to 13 sessile,
oblong to oblong-lanceolate leaflets that are each 4 to 9 cm long, 2 to 5 cm wide, acute
and acuminate. The bases of the leaves are rounded and their edges are simply or
doubly serrate. It bears small flowers in a terminal, erect, dense cluster. The flowers
are greenish to white in color. Fruits, which develop from August to September on
female plants, are a red densely short-pubescent drupe, 5 to 6 mm across.
This plant occurs in rocky or sandy open woods. It is dependent on some sort of
disturbance to maintain the openness of its habitat. It usually grows in association with
basic soils and occurs on sand or sandy loams. It grows only in open habitat where it
can get full sunlight and it does not compete well with other species such as Japanese
honeysuckle that it is often associated with.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat in the form of open roadsides present throughout the project
study area. However, Michaux's sumac was not observed during the field investigation
on April 23, 1999. In addition, a review of the NCNHP database on January 26,1999
indicated that there is no known occurrence of Michaux's sumac within the project area.
Therefore, this project will not affect this species.
4.4 Federal Species of Concern and State Listed Species
There are three Federal Species of Concern (FSC) listed for Wilson County.
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. Federal Species of Concern are defined as
those species which may or may not be listed in the future.

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These species were formally candidate species, or species under consideration
fo- listing for which there was insufficient information to support a listing of Endangered,
Threatened, Proposed Endangered and Proposed Threatened. Organisms which are
listed as Endangered (E), Threatened (T), Significantly Rare (SR) or Special Concern
(SC) 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 Federal Species of Concern and State listed species, the species
state status and the existence of suitable habitat for each species in the study area.
This species list is provided for information purposes as the status of these species may
be upgraded in the future.
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Scientific Name Common Name Habitat Status
Ammodramus henslowii Henslow's sparrow no SR
Fusconaia masoni Atlantic pigtoe yes T
Tofieldia glabra Carolina asphodel no C*
Note:
*Historic record- the species was last observed in the county more than 50 years ago.
"T" denotes Threatened (a species that is likely to become endangered within the
foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range, or one that
is designated as a threatened species pursuant to the Endangered Species Act).
"C" denotes Candidate (a species which is very rare in North Carolina, generally
with 1-20 populations in the state, generally substantially reduced in numbers by
habitat destruction. If these species are relocated in the state, or if present land
use trends continue, they are likely to be listed as Endangered or Threatened).
"SR" denotes Significantly Rare (a species which has not been listed by the N.C.
Wildlife Resources Commission as an Endangered, Threatened, or Special
Concern species, but which exists in the state in small numbers and has been
determined by the N.C. Natural Heritage Program to need monitoring).
Surveys for these species were not conducted during the site visit. A review of
the N.C. Natural Heritage Program data base of the rare species and unique habitats
on January 26,1999 did not reveal any records of North Carolina rare and/or protected
species in or near the project study area.
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5.0 REFERENCES
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