20100716 Ver 1_Application_20100831

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE
GOVERNOR
NC Division of Water Quality
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604
ATTN: Mr. Rob Ridings
August 30, 2010
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EUGENE A. CONTI, JR.
SECRETARY
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Subject: Application for Neuse Riparian Buffer Authorization, for the proposed new
location of a multi-use path along Edwards Mill Road from Reedy Creek Road to
Trinity Road in Wake County, Federal Aid Project No. STP-0520(31); Division 5;
TIP No. EB-4978
Dear Sir:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to construct a multi-use
path that is approximately 1.3 miles long. There will be 3,280 square feet of buffer impacts in
Buffer Zone 1 and 2,330 square feet of impacts in Buffer Zone 2 due to erosion control devices
(silt fences) and construction access. No waters of the US will be impacted.
Please see enclosed copies of the Pre-Construction Notification (PCN), Stormwater Management
Plan, and permit drawings for the above-referenced project. The Categorical Exclusion (CE) was
completed in July 2010. Documents were distributed shortly thereafter. Additional copies are
available upon request.
This project calls for a letting date of September 21, 2010.
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 4701 Atlantic Ave.,
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT UNIT FAX: [phone] -- Suite 116
1598 MAIL SERVICE CENTER Raleigh, INC 27604
RALEIGH NC 27699-1598 - VEBSUE: R V4V NcDOTORG
A copy of this permit application will be posted on the NCDOT Website at:
http://www.ncdot.org/doh/preconstruct/pe/. If you have any questions or need additional
information, please call James Pflaum at [phone].
Sincerel
Gre ory J. Thorpe, PED
4, Environmental Management Director, PDEA
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ui Ui + ;, ?''-''• Mr. Brian Wrenn, NCDWQ (5 Copies)
Mr. J. Wally Bowman, PE, Division Engineer
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Mr. Chris Murray; DEO
W/o attachment (see website for attachments)
Dr. David Chang, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Mark Staley, Roadside Environmental
Mr. Greg Perfetti, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. Dewayne Sykes, P.E., Utilities Unit'
Mr. Jay Bennett, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Majed Alghandour, P. E., Programming and TIP
Mr. Art McMillan, P.E., Highway Design
Mr. Gary Jordan, USFWS
Mr. Travis Wilson, NCWRC
Mr. Kumar Trivedi, Planning Engineer
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Office Use Only:
Corps action ID no.
DWQ project no.
Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps:
? Section 404 Permit El Section 10 Permit
1b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: or General Permit (GP) number:
1c. Has the N WP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ? Yes ? No
td. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ® Riparian Buffer Authorization
le. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
? Yes ? No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes ? No
If. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes ® No
1g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below. - ? Yes ® No
I h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ® No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: Edwards Mill Road Greenway
2b. County: Wake
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Raleigh
2d. Subdivision name: not applicable
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no EB-4978
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: North Carolina Department of Transportation
3b. Deed Book and Page No. not applicable
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC i f
applicable): not applicable
3d. Street address: 4701 Atlantic Ave, Suite 116
3e. City, state, zip: Raleigh, NC 27604
3f. Telephone no.: [phone]
3g. Fax no.: [phone]
3h. Email address: [e-mail]

4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ? Agent ? Other, specify:
4b. Name: not applicable
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
4e. City, state, zip:
4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name: not applicable
5b. Business name
(if applicable):
5c. Street address:
5d. City, state, zip:
5e. Telephone no.:
5f. Fax no.:
5g. Email address:
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1 a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): not applicable
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): Latitude: 35.811329 Longitude: -78.719135
(DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1c. Property size: 8 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to Richlands Creek
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: C, NSW
2c. River basin: Neuse
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
Rural due to existing University and State owned research land adjacent to project. Urban due to location within the City
of Raleigh.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
1437
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
Improve existing greenway system within the City of Raleigh. The project will connect Reedy Creek Greenway,
Loblolly Trail, the Wade mixed use development project, the RBC Center, the Fair Ground, Umstead Park, Prairie Ridge
Museum of Natural Sciences, Art Museum, Meredith College and residential areas.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
The project involves the construction of a multi-use path along Edwards Mill Road from Reedy Creek Road to Trinity
Road. Path will be 10 feet wide and run along the eastern side of Edwards Mill Road. Standard construction equipment
will be used such as trucks, dozers, and cranes.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
project (including all prior phases) in the past? ? Yes ® No ? Unknown
Comments: All perennial streams, No wetlands in project
area
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what ty pe
? Preliminary ? Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company:
Name (if known): Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for ? Yes ®No ? Unknown
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
? Wetlands ? Streams - tributaries ® Buffers
? Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Temporary
W1 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W2 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W3 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W4 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W5 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W6 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
2g.'Total wetland impacts 0
21h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of Average Impact length
number- (PER) or jurisdiction stream (linear feet)
Permanent (P) or intermittent (Corps - 404, 10 width
Temporary (T) (INT)? DWQ - non-404, (feet)
other)
S1 ? P ? T 1-1 PER El Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S2 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S3 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S4 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S5 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S6 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts 0
3i. Comments:
4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individual) list all open water impacts below.
4a.
Open water
impact number -
Permanent (P) or
Temporary 41b.
Name of
waterbody
(if applicable) 4c.

Type of impact 4d.

Waterbody type 4e.

Area of impact (acres)
01 ?P?T
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed , then complete the chart below.
5a.

Pond ID 5b.

Proposed use or 5c.
Wetland Impacts (acres) 5d.
Stream Impacts (feet) 5e.
Upland
(acres)
number purpose of pond
Flooded
Filled Excavat
ed
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments:
51h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes ? No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart bel ow. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If an i mpacts require mitigation, then you MUS T fill out Sectio n D of this form.
6a.
® Neuse
?Tar-Pamlico.
? Other:
Project is in which protected basin? ? Catawba ? Randleman
6b. 6c. 6d. 6e. 6f. 6g.
Buffer impact
number- Reason Buffer Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) or for Stream name mitigation (square feet) (square feet)
Temporary impact required?
B1 ®P ? T Gran UT to Richlands Creek ® Nos 215 705

B2 ® P ? T Gre
e? UT to Richlands Creek ® Nos 1055 730
a
B3 ® PDT Gre
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.6h. Total buffer impacts 3280 2330
6i. Comments:
D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The multi-use path is 10 feet wide (minimum safe width) in accordance with AASHTO "Guide for Development of Bicycle
Facilities". All permanent fill slopes are at 2:1 and have been designed within existing highway fill slopes to avoid
additional permanent buffer impacts. There will be no direct discharge or fill into existing buffers. There will be no
impacts to waters of the US.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
NCDOT will implement Best Management practices (BMP's) for Highway Construction.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State? ? Yes ® No No impacts to U.S. or Waters of the
State.
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps

2c.
If yes, which mitigat ion option will be used for this

project? ? Mitigation bank

El Payment to in-lieu fee program

? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: not applicable
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) - required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation? ? Yes ®No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.

Zone 6c.
Reason for impact 6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier 6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ® Yes ? No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
? Yes ? No
Comments: See Permit Drawings
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? n/a %
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ® Yes ? No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why:
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, na rrative description of the plan:
See enclosed
? Certified Local Government
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? DWQ Stormwater Program
? DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project7 not applicable
? Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs ? NSW
? USMP
apply (check all that apply): ? Water Supply Watershed
? Other:
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
? Coastal counties
? HQW
4a. Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply ? ORW
(check all that apply): ? Session Law 2006-246
? Other:
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached? ? Yes ? No
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ® Yes ? No
51b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ® Yes ? No
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F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ® Yes ? No
use of public (federal/state) land?
11b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ® Yes ? No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
® Yes ? No
letter.) .
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
21b. Is this an after-the-fact permit.application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ? Yes ®No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
Due to the minimal transportation impact resulting from this green way construction, this project will neither influence
nearby land uses nor stimulate growth. Therefore, a detailed indirect or cumulative effects study will not be necessary.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
not applicable

5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ® Yes ? No
habitat?
51b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ® Yes ? No
impacts?
® Raleigh
5c. If yes, Ind icate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
? Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
As of January 31, 2008 the USFWS lists three protected species in Wake County, Michaux's sumac, the red-cockaded
woodpecker, and the dwarf wedgemussel. Marginal habitat for Michaux's sumac is present in the project area. Surveys for
Michaux's sumac were conducted on June 18, 2010, no individuals were found. No suitable nesting trees were observed
within the project area for the red-cockaded woodpecker. Surveys for the red-cockaded woodpecker were conducted on June
18, 2010, no individuals were found.-No suitable habitat was found for the dwarf wedgemussel. Surveys for the dwarf
wedgemussel were conducted on June 22, 2010, no individuals were found. A review of NCNHP records, updated July 2010,
indicated that none of the above mentioned species were located within 1.0 mile of the project area. This project will have No
Effect on Michaux's sumac, red-cockaded woodpecker, or the dwarf wedgemussel.
Suitable foraging habitat for the Bald eagle is not resent in the stud area or within 660 feet of the stud area.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ? Yes ? No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
NMFS County Index
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation ? Yes ? No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
Categorical Exclusion EB-4978 completed July 22, 2010
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA=designated 100-year floodplain? ® Yes ? No
81b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements: Hydraulics Unit coordinating with FEMA
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? FEMA maps

Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph D 8 , 3<3, 1 p
Applicant/Agent's Printed Name Applicant/Agent's Signature Date
(Agents signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant
is provided.)
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STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN
TIP No. E-4978
Wake County
August 2010
Hydraulics Designer : Paul A. Jordan, PE
Hydraulics Project Manager : Jerry L. Lindesy, PE
Project Description
This project consists of constructing a greenway along Edwards Mill Road from Trinity Drive to Reedy
Creek Road. Edwards Mill Road is a multi-lane artierial road located in the city limits of Raleigh. Parts of
the existing Road is curb and gutter and other parts has 5 to 10 ft shoulder. The proposed greenway is 10 ft
wide with safety fence in required areas. Major Construction will consist of grading and paving the
greenway and also adding curb and drainage to Edwards Mill Road.
Project Involvement
The project will not require widening of the existing road/fill. The drainage at the site consists of drainage
ditches, pipes and the use of exsiting storm drain system. Richlands Creek is classified as C; NSW.
Best Management Practices
Best Management Practices (BMPs) utilized on the project are as follows:
-No direct discharge into buffers.
-2:1 side slopes on fill sections to minimize impacts.
-No fill in Buffers
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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION FORM
General Information
Project Name: 'Edwards Mill Road Greenway
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Project Contact
Name: Kumar Trivedi, P.E.
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Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: katrivedi@ncdot,gov
Project.Descri ption:
The Edwards Mill Road Greenway project consists of the construction of a 10'
wide asphalt/concrete multi-use path along east shoulder of Edwards Mill Road
from Trinity Road to the existing pedestrian culvert near Reedy Creek Road
(approximately 1.2 miles), the construction of approximately 490 LF of 8' wide
concrete sidewalk along Trinity Road and RBC Center Entrance Drive and the
construction of the retaining wall along existing wing walls and head wall at
pedestrian culvert at Loblolly Trail. The project also includes curb and gutter
along the east side of Edwards Mills Road from'RBC Center Entrance Drive to
the on-ramp at the Wade Avenue Interchange. The project is intended to have
minimal impact to the natural environment along the existing grassed shoulder
along Edwards Mill Road. The construction is proposed to be entirely within
NCDOT right of way.
Purpose and Need:
The proposed Edwards Mill Road Greenway is supported by the City of Raleigh,
the MPO and the NCDOT Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation
(DBPT). The project will be designed by the NCDOT DBPT staff and the
construction administration will be performed by the NCDOT. The finished project
will be owned and maintained by the City of Raleigh through a Municipal
Agreement with NCDOT. The project will connect Reedy Creek Greenway,
Loblolly Trail, the Wade mixed use development project, the RBC Center, the
Fair Ground, Umstead Park, Prairie Ridge Museum of Natural Sciences, Art
Museum, Meredith College and residential areas.
Proposed Improvements (provide details, attach exhibits as necessary):
The proposed Edwards Mill Road Greenway includes a 10' wide asphalt/concrete
multi-use trail with grassed shoulders for approximately 1.2 miles along east
shoulder of Edwards Mill Road from the intersection of Trinity Road to the
existing pedestrian culvert near Reedy Creek Road intersection (see attached
Title Sheet with index map and Typical Section Sheet). The project also includes
curb and gutter along the east side of Edwards Mill Road from RBC Center
Entrance Drive to the on-ramp at the Wade Avenue interchange. In addition, an
eight foot wide sidewalk is proposed along the north shoulder of Trinity Road
from existing sidewalk to the beginning of the project and on the south shoulder
of the RBC Center Entrance Drive from existing sidewalk to the intersection (See
attached plan sheets)
See.attached SHPO "No Survey Required Form"
Special Information: (Include environmental commitments, permits):
See attached CA fence removal and relocation approval from NCDOT Division
,Engineer.
Threshold Criteria
Please answer each question. If a response falls within a Yes/No "box", then
supporting documentation of the impact should be included.
ECOLOGICAL YES NO
(1) Will the project have a substantial impact on any
unique or important natural resource? X
(2) Does the project involve habitat where federally
listed endangered or threatened species may occur? X
(3) Will the project affect anadromous fish? ?
X
(4) If the project involves wetlands, is the amount of
permanent and/or temporary wetland taking less than
one-third (1/3) of an acre and have all practicable
measures to avoid and minimize wetland takings been
evaluated? If no wetlands are involved, write "N/A". NA
(5) Will the project require the 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 Resources and/or High Quality Waters? _ X
(8) Will the project require fill in waters of the United States
in any of the designated mountain trout counties? 0 X
(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 signifcantly.affect the coastal zone and/or any
"Area of Environmental Concern" (AEC)? NA
(11) Does the project involve Coastal Barrier Resources Act
F
Resources? X
(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 land use for the area? X
(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 X
minority or low-income population?
(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?
X
(20) Will the project substantially alter the usefulness and/or
land use of 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
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therefore, in conformance with the Clean Air Act of ?
1990)? X
(23) Is the project anticipated to cause an increase in traffic
volumes? X
(24) Will traffic be maintained during construction using ?
existing roads, staged construction, or on-site detours? X
(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 replacement project be ?
contained on the existing facility? NA
(26) Is there substantial controversy on social, economic, or
environmental grounds concerning the project? X
(27) Is the project consistent with all Federal, State, and local ?
laws relating to the environmental aspects of the project? X
(28) Will the project have an "effect" on structures/properties
eligible for or listed on the National Register of Historic X
Places?
(29) Will the project affect any archaeological remains which
are important to history or pre-history? X
(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 U. S. DOT Act of 1966)? X
(31) Will the project result in any conversion of assisted public
recreation sites or facilities to non-recreation uses, as X
defined by Section 6(f) of the Land and Water
Conservation Act of 1965, 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 System of Wild and Scenic
Rivers? X
Additional Documentation Required for Unfavorable Responses:
(Unfavorable responses from the section above would include any "checked"
boxes. For example, under the Yes/No columns, unfavorable responses are
identified on this form by an outline. Favorable responses are identified by
underlining. Additional supporting documentation should be attached, as
necessary)
(19) Will the project involve any changes in access control?
The Edwards Mill Road Greenway is proposed to be within the NCDOT
Right of Way and portion of the greenway lies within the controlled
access right of way of Wade Avenue Interchange along east shoulder
of Edwards Mill Road. The NCDOT Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian
Transportation made a formal request to the NCDOT Right of Way
.Disposal and Control of Access Review Committee to allow
encroachment into the existing control of access right of way along SR
3009 (Edwards Mill Road) in Raleigh. The encroachment was
approved by the committee during the review meeting on May 12,
.2009. The approval states that the committee is supportive of the multi-
use trail within the existing control of access and recommends
reducing the control of access limits from approximate Station 27+60
Rt. to approximate Station 29+15 Rt:.
Prepared by:
06-02-10
Date Name, Title, Con
Note: professional qualifications may
TIP No. C 9- 4973
1'1I, /moo. S77 _ 0 0(3 i)
Categorical Exclusion Approval
Kumar Trivedi, P.E., NCDOT Division of Bicycle and
Pedestrian Transportation
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE
GOVERNOR
MEMORANDUM TO
FROM:
SUBJECT:
June 25, 2010
Kumar Trivedi, Project Engineer
James Pflaum, Environmental Specialist
EB-4978 Protected Species Survey
EUGENE A. CONTI, JR.
SECRETARY
This memo serves to update the status of Michaux's sumac (Rhos michauxii) for project
EB-4978, Edwards Mill Road Greenway, from intersection at Reedy Creek to Trinity
Road.
On June 18, 2010 North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) biologists
James Pflaum, and Jason Mays surveyed for Michaux's sumac within the project area
(west bound shoulder of Edwards Mill road within NCDOT Right of Way). Surveys
were conducted on foot with complete visual coverage of potential habitat. Potential
habitat is located within the project area along the roadside shoulder and within areas
maintained for utility access. Dominant species included Johnson's grass, orchard grass,
fescue, black cherry, black berry, Bradford pear, loblolly pine, lespedeza cuneata, poison
ivy, winged sumac, smooth sumac, wax myrtle, sweet gum, wild grape, mimosa, Japanese
grass, and cat's ear. No specimens were observed during the 3 man-hour survey,
therefore, a biological conclusion of "No Effect" has been determined.
Qualifications of Principal Investigators
Investigator: James Pflaum
Education: B.S., Biology, Elon College
M.S., Biology, Appalachian State University
Experience: Environmental Specialist, NC DOT, January 2007 to Present
Environmental Specialist, NC Emergency Management, March 2006 to January 2007
Biological Tech, (Fisheries), US Forest Service, Petersburg, AK, May 2005 to Oct. 2005
Conservation Project Leader, International Student Volunteers, Sydney, Australia, May
2004 to August 2004
MAILING ADDRESS: LOCATION:
NCDEPART WOPTRANSPORTAT TELEPHONE: [phone] Atlantic Avc.,
PROJECT DEVELGPMFWAND EwnctwF ALANALYSIs FAX: [phone] Suite It6
1598 MAIL SERVICE CE ER Raleigh, NC 27604
RALEIGH NC 27699-1598
WEBsnPE: mm-AtCDOT.ORG
Investigator: Jason Mays
Education: B.S. Biological Sciences, UNC Chapel Hill
M.S. Fisheries and Wildlife Science, NC State
Experience: NCWRC Field Biologist May 2002-October 2003
Environmental Specialist, NCDOT, March 2003- Present
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTNv1ENI' OF TRANSPORTATION
BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE, EUGENE A. CONTI, JR.
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
June 2g, 2010
Memorandum To: James Pflaum, Environmental Specialist
Natural Environment Unit, Project Management Group
From: Steve Mitchell, Environmental Supervisor ??
Natural Environment Unit, Biological Surveys Group
Subject: - Mussel Survey/Habitat Assessment for Proposed Edwards Mill Road Greenway from
Reedy Creek Road to Trinity Road in Raleigh, North Carolina TIP # EB 4978
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to construct Edwards Mill Road Greenway, a
bicycle/pedestrian trail, along Edwards Mill Road from its junction with Trinity Road to the underpass near Reedy
Creek Road. This proposed greenway.trail crosses an unnamed tributary (UT) to Richlands Creek and an unnamed
tributary to the unnamed tributary. This project is located in the Neuse, River Basin and the USFWS lists dwarf
wedgemussel (Alasmidonta hererodon) as potentially occurring in Wake County. '
The dwarf wedgemussel is most closely associated with stable beds of coarse sand and gravel in relatively fast flowing,
well oxygenated water. Stream banks are usually stable with extensive root systems holding soils in place and the trees
that are relatively mature which tend to form a closed canopy.
A -mussel habitat assessment of the project area was conducted by NCDOT biologists, Karen M. Lynch (Permit No.
NC-2007-ES 165) and Steve Mitchell on June 22, 2010. 'The reach of the two unnamed tributaries within the study area
does not contain suitable habitat for the dwarf wedgemussel. The stream substrate composition was. unconsolidated
gravel and sand with some boulders present. Stream flow was slow but subject to `flashiness" as the UTs drain urban
areas.
A review of the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) records, updated April 13, 2010 also indicate
there are no populations of the dwarf wedgemussel known to occur within Richland Creek subbasin, or within 1.0 mile
of the study area. The only current record of dwarf wedgemussel in Wake County is on the Wake/Johnston County line
in Swift Creek (Meuse River Basin).
Biological Determination: No Effect for dwarf wedgemussel
cc: Kumar Trived, PDEA-Bridge Group
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT CFTIImSPORTATION
PROTECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENNRON WALANALTS[5
NATUML ENVIAGMF UNIT
1598 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALeGHNC 27699.1596
TELEPHONE: 919+1312000
FAX: [phone]
LOCATION:
EN 014MENTAL RESOURCES CENTER
4701AR TICAVENUEST,E.11E
RMFION, NC 276N
INEDSITE: W0VW..NCD0T0RG

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE
covs m]R
March 18, 2010
Mr. Tom Norman
Director
Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian. Transportation
1552 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1522
EUGENE A. CON 'n, JR.
SECY.ET'u Y
Subject: Edwards Mill Road Greenway from Trinity Road to Reedy Creek Road
Pedestrian Culvert in Wake County. TIP No. E-4978
Dear Sir:
The NCDOT proposes to construct a multi-usc path with gassed shoulders tcrmcd the
Edwards Mill Road Greenway from Trinity Road to Reedy Creek Road Pedestrian Culvert in
Wake County. The project description indicates construction of new curb and gutter from
RBC Center Drive to the on-ramp at the Wade Avenue Interchange. Note that this design will
require an investigation of stormwater runoff from the project in regards to compliance with
the Neuse River Basin Riparian Buffer Rule.
I had the opportunity to walk the project and review jurisdictional issues. Environmental
information was obtained from USGS Topographic Maps, Wake County iMaps and Soil
Survey of Wake County. The findings of my visit are noted below:
Station 17+00 Rt
-A jurisdictional stream is located at the outlet of the existing 48 inch pipe structure. Note that
the flow direction is incorrectly identified on the plan.
-This channel is located on both the USGS Topographic Map and Soil Survey of Wake
County. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neuse River Riparian Buffer Rule. Buffer
Zones I and 2 should be depicted on both sides of the channel. Note that the riparian buffer
terminates at the existing transportation facility (usually the toe of fill).
Station 26+50 Rt
-A jurisdictional stream is located at the inlet of the existing two-barrel culvert.
-The plan should be revised to depict both sides of the stream (top of bank).
-This channel is located on both the USGS Topographic Map and Soil Survey of Wake
County. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neuse River Riparian Buffer Rule. Buffer
Zones I and 2 should be depicted on both sides of the channel. Note that the riparian buffer
terminates at the existing transportation facility (usually the toe of fill).
Division Five - 2612 Nonh Duke Street. Durham. North Carolina 27704
1, Telephone: [phone] Fax; 919-560-3371
Station 11+90 RULt -Y-
-The plan should be revised to depict the pipe structure and rip rap pad at this location.
Near 29+00 Rt
-The plan should be revised to depict the rip rap-lined ditch at this location.
-A review of the Soil Survey of Wake County indicates a "channel" is identified near this
location. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neusc River Riparian Buffer Rule. An
on-site determination of this "channel" should be conducted by the NCDENR-DWQ.
Station 37+80 Rt
-The plan should be revised to depict a rip rap-lined ditch at the inlet of the pipe structure.
-A review of the USGS Topographic Map and Soil Survey of Wake County indicates a
"channel" is identified at this location. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neuse River
Riparian Buffer Rule. An on-site determination of this "channel" should be conducted by the
NCDENR-DWQ.
Station 50+50 Rt
-A jurisdictional stream is located at the inlet of the existing two-barrel culvert.
-This channel is located on both the USGS Topographic Map and Soil Survey of Wake
County. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neuse River Riparian Buffer Rule. Buffer
Zones 1 and 2 should be depicted on both sides of the channel. Note that the riparian buffer
terminates at the existing transportation facility (usually the toe of fill).
Station 56+00 Rt
-The plan should be revised to depict a rip rap-lined ditch at the outlet of the pipe structure.
-A review of the Soil Survey of Wake County indicates a `channel' is identified at this
location. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neuse River Riparian Buffer Rule. An
on-site detennination of this "channel" should be conducted by the NCDENR-DWQ.
Station 68+00 to end of project Rt
-A review of the Soil Survey of Wake County indicates a `channel' is located near the south
side of the proposed alignment. Accordingly, the channel is subject to the Neuse River
Riparian Buffer Rule. An on-site determination of this "channel" should be conducted by the
NCDENR-DWQ to determine the extent and limits of jurisdiction. Buffer Zones 1 and 2
should be depicted on both sides of the channel if it is subject to jurisdiction.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at (919) 220-
4633.
Sincerely,
0/- C_
Christopher A. Murray, P.W.S.
Environmental Supervisor
Project Tracking No. (Iniernal Use)
10-05-0008
NO PREHISTORIC OR HISTORIC PROPERTIES PRESENT FORM
PROJECT INFORMATION
Project No. EB-4978 County: Wake
I17BSNo: 33906.1.1 Document- PCE
17,A. No: (anticipated) Funding. ? State ® Federal
Federal (USACE) Pemdt Requind? ? Yes ® No Remit Type: na
Project Desaiption: NCDOT.intends to construct a new greenway along the shoulder of Edwards Mill Rd. from
Trinity Rd. to the pedestrian culvert path east of Edwards Mill Rd. near its intersection with Reedy Creek Rd.
The greenway is proposed as a 1.2-mile (over 1931-meter) long asphalt and concrete path 10 feet (roughly 3
meters) wide. Additionally curb and gutter will be added along Edwards Mill Rd. from RBC Center Drive to
the Wade Ave. Interchange on-ramp; and sidewalk will be added to the north shoulder of Trinity Rd. from
existing sidewalk to the intersection. All construction activities will occur within existing ROW. The project
is being designed by NCDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Division to be let by Division 5. After construction is
complete, the greenway will be turned over by agreement to the ownership of the City of Raleigh. No
Federal permits are anticipated.
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
The North Caroh'na Department of Transportation (NCDOT) reviewed the subject project and detemsined.•
Historic Architecture/landscapes
? There are no National Register-listed or Study Listed properties within the project's area of potential effects.
? There are no properties less than fifty years old which are considered to meet Criteria Consideration G within
the project's area of potential effects.
? There are no properties within the project's area of potential effects.
? There are properties over fifty years old within the area of potential effects, but they do not meet the criteria
for listing on the National Register. _
? All properties greater than 50 years of age located in the APE have been considered and all compliance for
historic architecture with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and GS 121-12(a) has been
completed for this project.
Archaeology
® There are no National Register-listed or Study Listed properties within the project's area oEpotential effects.
® No subsurface archaeological investigations are required for this project.
? Subsurface investigations did not reveal the presence of any archaeological resources.
? Subsurface investigations did not reveal the presence of any archaeological resources considered eligible for
the National Register.
? All identified Archaeological sites located within the APE have been considered and all compliance for
archaeological resources with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and GS 121-12(a) has
been completed for this project.
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NO SURVEY REQUIRED FORM
PROJECT INFORMATION
Project No: EB-4978
WESNo: 33906.1.1
F.A. No:
Federal (USA CE) Permit Required?
County: Wake
Document:
Funding: ? State ® Federal
? Yes ? No Permit Type: Not given
Project Description: Edwards Mill Road Greenway (1.2 miles) to be constructed mainly along Edwards
Mills Road's east side shoulder from Trinity Road junction to the existing pedestrian culvert under
Edwards Mill Road near the Reedy Creek Road junction, West Raleigh.
SUMMARY OF CULTURAL RESOURCES REVIEW
Brief description ofreview activities, results of review, and conclusions:
Review of HPO quad maps, historic designations roster, and indexes was undertaken on May 18, 2010.
the Mount Olivet Cemetery file (WA 2505) was also consulted at HPO's Survey Room, along with
several maps of urban Raleigh. Based on this review, there are no existing NR, SL, LD, DE, or SS
properties in the Area of Potential Effects (APE).
Brief Explanation ofwhy the available information provides a reliable basisfor reasonably predicting
that there are no unidentified historic properties in the APE:
The Wake County Survey was undertaken between 1990-1993 and is considered valid for the purposes of
determining the likelihood of historic resources being present. Furthermore, there has been one
comprehensive survey of West Raleigh undertaken within the last 10 years (2003-2004), and no resources
from this survey are in the APE.
SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION
See attached: Map(s), Previous Survey Info, Photos, Correspondence, Photocopy of notes from county
survey.
FINDING BY NCDOT CULTURAL RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL
NO SURVEY REQUIRED
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