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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20081259 Ver 1_Application_20080819~~~~ ~ ~~~ ~ ,,:, '~~~• STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPART7VIENT OF TRANSPORTATION MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO TIPPETT GOVERNOR SECRETARY August 12, 2008 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers w~ r~ ,~~ ~ 5;9 ~ ~~;~~.~; ~_~ sI Raleigh Regulatory Field Office ~ ~ ~.°~< (,,_.. ,~~; ~ ~ 9 ~~ 9 l i 3331 Heritage Trade Drive, Suite 105 ~ ~ ,: Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587 0 8 ~ 2 5 ~~ ~ .~ ~ ~ ~_ O~IR ~I w~-;vei ~ I~;; ~'Tt' ATTENTION: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer t'1C==~~1,..u~.r,n!ias c,~!~;~?'d?.?~4~~.~rl;;,a NCDOT Coordinator, Division 5 Dear Sir: SUBJECT: Application for Section 404 Nationwide Permit 33, Section 401 Water Quality Certification, and Tar-Pamlico Riparian Buffer Authorization for the replacement of Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek on SR 1100 (Manson- Axtell Road), Warren County, Division 5. Federal Aid Project No. BRZ-1100(8), State Project No. 8.2410701, WBS No. 33246.1.1, T.I.P. Project No. B-3706. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek on SR 1100 (Manson-Axtell Road) in Warren County. The existing 94-foot long structure will be replaced on the existing alignment with a 120-foot long, single span bridge with a 72-inch modified bulb tee pre-stressed girder superstructure. The proposed structure will have a clear roadway width of 29 feet, with two 11-foot lanes, a 4-foot offset on the west side, and a 3-foot offset on the east side. This structure will span Fishing Creek. The bridge approaches will have two 11-foot lanes and 6- foot grass shoulders. The shoulders along the eastern side of the approaches will be widened to 9 feet where guardrail is present. During construction, Manson-Axtell Road will be closed on either side of the bridge just prior to the project site and traffic will be maintained via an off-site detour. Please see the enclosed copies of the Pre-Construction Notification (PCN), permit drawings, design plans, email from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) dated October 15, 2007, and mussel survey report for the above-referenced project. The Categorical Exclusion (CE) for this project was signed in March 2006 and distributed shortly thereafter. Additional copies of this document are available upon request. IMPACTS TO WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES General Description The project is located in the Tar-Pamlico River Basin (sub-basin 03-03-04) and is part of Hydrologic Cataloging Unit (HUC) 03020102. Water resources within the project limits include Fishing Creek and one wetland. A Notification of Jurisdictional .Determination was issued by U.S. Army Corps of MAILING ADDRESS: PHYSICAL ADDRESS: N.C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TELEPHONE: 919-715-1334 2728 CAPITAL BLVD., SUITE 240 PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS FAX: 919-715-1501 RALEIGH, NC 27604 159u MAIL SERVICE CENTER RALEIGH, NC 27699-1598 WEB$fIE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG a ~ Engineers (USAGE) Regulatory Specialist Eric Alsmeyer for this project on October 26, 2007 (Action ID No. 200320287). Fishing Creek is awell-defined, perennial, Piedmont/upper Coastal Plain stream. The portion of Fishing Creek that flows through the study area is assigned Stream Index Number 28-79-(1) (08/03/1992) by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) and has a best usage classification of C NSW. Fishing Creek is approximately 30 to 35 feet wide where it flows under Bridge No. 20 and has an average depth of 2 to 3 feet. During Natural Resource Technical Report (NRTR)-related field visits (June 2005), water clarity was described as being fair with some sedimentation, flow was moderate to fast, and the substrate was primarily composed of cobble and gravel underlain by bedrock. Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS I or WS II), nor Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 1.0 mile of the project study area. Additionally, no portion of Fishing Creek, its tributaries, or other surface waters within 1.0 mile of the project are listed on the NCDWQ 2006 Fina1303(d) List of Impaired Waters. The only wetland within the project limits is located just east of the existing bridge, on the south side of Fishing Creek. It is a riverine wetland that occurs as a linear drainage system. The wetland is classified as a palustrine, forested, broad-leaved deciduous, seasonally flooded wetland (PFO 1 C). Moratoria The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) previously recommended that a moratorium for clearing and grubbing work to protect mussels that may inhabit Fishing Creek be applied to this project between November 15~' and April ls`. This moratorium was one of several environmental conditions recommended by the NCWRC via email correspondence with NCDOT on January 29, 2003. This email was a response to a request by NCDOT for comments regarding a July 2002 freshwater mussel survey, which rendered a biological conclusion of "May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect" for both the Tar River spinymussel (Elliptio steinstansana) and dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta heteredon). Since these recommendations were made, another mussel survey for these two species was performed on April 25, 2007. Due to the reduced quality of the habitat and the absence of these two species during the 2"d survey, an updated biological conclusion of "No Effect" was rendered. Based on these updated results, NCDOT believes that the clearing and grubbing moratorium should no longer apply. Gary Jordan of the USFWS, via email correspondence with NCDOT biologist Karen Lynch on October 15, 2007, concurred with NCDOT. Therefore, this moratorium has been removed as a condition for this project. _` Permanent Impacts There are no permanent impacts to jurisdictional~streams or wetlands associated with this project. Temporary Impacts No temporary stream impacts to Fishing Creek will result from this project. A total of less than 0.01 acre of tem ora fill will be placed into the wetland. This temporary wetland impact is associate with the construction of a 30-foot by 50-foot temporary work bridge, which will be used to remove the existing bridge. B-3706 Permit Application 2 Bride Demolition The superstructure of Bridge No. 20 consists of an asphalt wearing surface on a creosote timber floor atop steel I-beams and timber joists. The substructure consists of creosote timber caps and posts, with no piers in Fishing Creek. The existing bridge will be removed without dropping any of its components into Waters of the U.S. NCDOT shall adhere to NCDOT's Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Bridge Demolition and Removal. Utility Impacts There are no utility impacts to jurisdictional areas associated with this project. IMPACTS TO THE TAR-PAMLICO RIVER RIPARIAN BUFFER Riparian Buffer Impacts This project is located within the Tar-Pamlico River Basin and is therefore subject to the Tar-Pamlico River riparian buffer rules (15A NCAC 2B .0259). There will be a total of 7,875 square feet of permanent impacts to the buffers of Fishing Creek from the construction of the bridge (Site 1). A total of 4,900 square feet will occur in Zone 1 and 2,975 square feet will occur in Zone 2 (Table 1). These impacts will occur along Fishing Creek within an area bounded by the right-of-way (ROW) boundaries of the project to the east and west and the end bents to the north and south. According to the buffer rules, impacts associated with the construction of bridges are Allowable. The temporary work bridge spanning Fishing Creek will be constructed east of the existing bridge and will result in Zone 1 buffer impacts. However, these buffer impacts occur within the area already being impacted by the above-mentioned permanent bridge buffer impacts; therefore, duplicative impacts were not calculated. In addition to the bridge buffer impacts, a total of 630 square feet of permanent road crossing buffer impacts will result from this project (Site 1). These buffers impacts occur in Zone 2 only. A total of 279 square feet of impact will occur between Stations -L- 16+43 and -L- 16+61. The remaining 351 square feet of road crossing impacts will occur between Stations -L- 17+81 and -L- 18+13. According to the buffer rules, since these impacts are greater than 40 linear feet, but equal to or less than 150 linear feet (or one-third of an acre), they are considered Allowable. Table 1. Tar-Pamlico River Riparian Buffer Impacts _Type of Impact Bridge Road Crossing Mitigation requirements (Exempt, Allowable,;or Allowable with Miti ation) Allowable Allowable Zone1 impact (sq. ft) 4,900 0 Zone 2 Im act;` . ft 2,975 630 Total Zones 1 and 2 s . ft 7,875 630 Practical Alternatives Anal This bridge has been determined to be structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. Replacement of this inadequate structure will result in safer and more efficient traffic operations. Because this bridge B-3706 Permit Application needs to be replaced, impacts to the riparian buffers of Fishing Creek are unavoidable. In this case, replacing the existing bridge on the same alignment and maintaining traffic off-site during construction provides the least amount of impacts to riparian buffers. RESTORATION PLAN Any temporary fill placed into the wetland will be removed upon completion of construction. The temporary fill areas will be restored back to their pre-project elevations. NCDOT will also restore the affected portion of the wetland to its pre-project contours and re-vegetate, if necessary. REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL PLAN The temporary fill placed into the wetland will be removed once its purpose has been served. The material will likely be removed by the contractor using excavation equipment. The contractor will be required to submit a reclamation plan for the removal of and disposal of all material off-site at an upland location. The contractor will have the option of reusing any of the materials that the engineer deems suitable in the construction of project. The temporary work bridge will be dismantled and removed from the site once the existing bridge demolition is completed. AVOIDANCE, MINIMIZATION, AND COMPENSATORY MITIGATION The NCDOT is committed to incorporating all reasonable and practicable design features to avoid and minimize jurisdictional impacts and to provide full compensatory mitigation of all remaining, unavoidable jurisdictional impacts. Avoidance measures were taken during the planning and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance stages; minimization measures were incorporated as part of the project design. According to the Clean Water Act (CWA) §404(b) (1) guidelines, NCDOT must avoid, minimize, and mitigate, in sequential order, impacts to waters of the U.S. The following is a list of the project's jurisdictional stream and wetland avoidance/minimization activities proposed or completed by NCDOT: Avoidance/Minimization • There are no permanent impacts to any jurisdictional streams or wetlands. • A filter fabric and Class B rip rap-lined lateral "V" ditch will be constructed along the toe-of--slope northeast of bridge. This will act as an energy dissipater for storm water run-off prior to it entering the riparian buffer. • The new bridge will span Fishing Creek; therefore, no impacts will result from bents in the water. • During construction, traffic will be maintained on an off-site detour. • Temporary construction impacts due to erosion and sedimentation will be minimized through implementation of stringent erosion control methods and use of NCDOT's BMPs for Protection of Surface Waters. • Due to the project's location in the Tar-Pamlico River Basin, Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds will be employed. • NCDOT will implement its BMP's for Bridge Demolition and Removal during this project. Compensatory Mitigation No permanent stream or wetland impacts will result from the replacement of Bridge No. 20. Additionally, all riparian buffer impacts are considered Allowable. Therefore, no mitigation is proposed for this project. B-3706 Permit Application a r FEDERALLY PROTECTED SPECIES Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered (E), Threatened (T), Proposed Endangered (PE), and Proposed Threatened (PT) are protected under provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. As of its most recent update on January 31, 2008, the USFWS website lists two federally-protected species for Warren County. These species and their associated biological conclusions are listed below in Table 2. Table 2. Federally protected species in Warren County Common Name Scientific Name Federal Status Biological Habitat Conclusion Present dwarf wedgemussel Alasmidonta heteredon E~ No Effect Yes, but de aded Tar River Elliptio steinstansana E No Effect Yes, but s inymussel degraded "E" -Endangered The bald eagle was previously listed by the USFWS as a federally protected species for Warren County; however, its inclusion on the county species list came after the CE was written. Due to this post-CE listing, a survey for suitable nesting and foraging habitat was conducted on March 22, 2007 by NCDOT biologists Jim Mason, Ashley Cox, and James Pflaum. The survey was conducted within aone-mile radius of the proposed project site and took a total of IS man-hours to complete. No bald eagle nests or individuals were observed during the survey. Additionally, there is neither suitable nesting habitat nor open water suitable for foraging present within the survey area. Furthermore, a review of the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) database (GIS shapefiles last updated May 1, 2008) revealed no known bald eagle occurrences within 1.0 mile of the project study area. These factors make it apparent that the proposed bridge replacement will not affect this species. According to a 2007 Federal Register release, the bald eagle was officially de-listed in the Lower 48 States and removed from the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife effective August 8, 2007 (72 FR 37346-37372; July 9, 2007). This species still receives protection under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. A survey for dwarf wedgemussel and Tar River spinymussel was originally performed for this project on July 9, 2002 by NCDOT biologists Jeff Burleson, Jared Gray, April Helms, and Tim Howell. No mussels were found, but the reach of Fishing Creek within the project study area was considered suitable habitat for both species. Therefore, a biological conclusion of May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect was assigned to both species. The USFWS concurred with these conclusions in a letter, dated March 1, 2004, which is included in the CE. Another, more recent mussel survey was conducted for these two species on April 25, 2007 by NCDOT biologists Karen M. Lynch (Permit No. NC-2007-ES-165), Jay Mays (Permit No. NC-2007-ES-133), Logan Williams (Permit No. NC-2007-ES-166), and Mary Frazer. At the time of this survey, Fishing Creek at the Manson-Axtell Road crossing contained a natural grade control with an abundance of bedrock and cobble, with sand, muck, and gravel on top. Immediately above and below the grade control was unconsolidated sediment consisting of sand, silt, and a few boulders. Historic channelization has adversely impacted this reach of Fishing Creek above and below the bridge crossing. During the 1.0 person-hour tactile/visual mussel survey from 100 meters (m) upstream to 400m downstream of the bridge, no mussels were found. However, one species of snail (Campeloma decisum) was common. Given the survey results, it is apparent that neither dwarf wedgemussel nor Tar River spinymussel occur in the project footprint. Additionally, a review of the NCNHP database (most recently on July 18, 2008) B-3706 Permit Application 5 revealed no known populations of either species .within 1.0 mile of the project. Therefore, the biological conclusion of both species has been updated to No Effect. This mussel survey satisfies the CE greensheet commitment requiring a full mussel survey prior to letting and no further surveys will be performed. SCHEDULE The project calls for a review date of January 27, 2009, a letting of March 17, 2009, and a date of availability of April 28, 2009. It is expected that the contractor will choose to start construction in April/May 2009. REGULATORY APPROVALS Section 404 Permit: A request is hereby submitted for a Nationwide Permit 33, issued under Section 404 of the CWA, authorizing activities associated with this project that will result in temporary impacts to jurisdictional waters. Section 401 Permit: We anticipate that Section 401 General Water Quality Certification (WQC) 3688 will apply to this project. The NCDOT will adhere to all general conditions of this WQC. This project will impact Tar-Pamlico Riparian Buffers; therefore, written concurrence will be required. In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H, Section .0500 (a) and I SA NCAC 2B, Section .0200, we are providing five copies of this application to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR), NCDWQ, for their review. Tar-Pamlico Riparian Buffer Authorization: The proposed project has been designed to comply with the Tar-Pamlico River Basin Riparian Buffer Protection Rule (15A NCAC 2B .0259). Therefore, we respectfully request aTar-Pamlico Riparian Buffer Authorization Certificate from NCDWQ. 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 contact Mr. Jim Mason at either (919) 715-5531 or jsmason@ncdot.gov. Sincerely, .~+~~/Y~ Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D. Environmental Management Director, PDEA w/ attachment Mr. Majed Alghandour, P. E., Programming Mr. Brian Wrenn, NCDWQ (5 Copies) and TIP Mr. J. Wally Bowman, P.E., Division Mr. Art McMillan, P.E., Highway Design Engineer, Division 5 Mr. Scott McLendon, USACE, Wilmington Mr. Chris Murray, DEO, Division 5 Mr. Gary Jordan, USFWS Mr. Travis Wilson, NCWRC w/o attachment (see website for attachments) Mr. Derrick Weaver, PDEA Consultant Dr. David Chang, P.E., Hydraulics Engineering Unit Head Mr. Mark Staley, Roadside Environmental Mr. Greg Perfetti, P.E., Structure Design Mr. Victor Barbour, P.E., Project Services Mr. Jay Bennett, P.E., Roadway Design B-3706 Permit Application 6 Office Use Only: Form Version March OS 20081259 USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. (11-any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".) I. Processing 1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project: ® Section 404 Permit ® Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules ^ Section 10 Permit ^ Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ ® 401 Water Quality Certification ^ Express 401 Water Quality Certification 2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: Nationwide 33 3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification is not required, check here: ^ 4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII, and check here: ^ 5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page 4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: ^ II. Applicant Information Owner/Applicant Information Name: Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D. Environmental Management Director Mailing Address: North Carolina Department of Transportation 1598 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1598 Telephone Number: 919-733-3141 Fax Number: 919-733-9794 E-mail Address: ethome(a,dot.state.nc.us 2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.) Name: Company Affiliation: Mailing Address: Telephone Number: E-mail Address: Fax Number: Page 1 of 8 III. Project Information Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings, impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion, so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format; however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full- size construction drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided. 1. Name of project: Replacement of Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek on SR 1100 (Manson-Axtell 2. T.LP. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): B-3706 3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):. 4. Location County: Warren Nearest Town: Middleburg (Vance County) Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): from Middleburg, take U.S. 1 North/ U.S. 158 East into Warren Count from Vance Countyl. Approximately 1.5 miles east of county line, take right onto SR 1102 (Collins Road). Turn right onto Manson-Axtell Road• bridge is approximately 1.8 miles south of intersection. 5. Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.) Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): °N °W 6. Property size (acres):. Please see attached drawings Name of nearest receiving body of water: Fishing Creek 8. River Basin: Tar-Pamlico (Note -this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admire/maps/.) 9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: Manson-Axtell Road is classified as a Rural Local roadway. Land use within the protect vicinity includes residential, agriculture, and forested. 10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: See attached cover letter for proiect description. Heavy duty excavation equipment will be used such as trucks dozers and other various equipment necessary for bridge and roadway construction. Page 2 of 8 11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: Bridee No. 20 is considered functionally obsolete and structurally deficient. Replacement of this inadequate structure will result in safer and more efficient traffic operations. IV. Prior Project History If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits, certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project, list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with construction schedules. V. Future Project Plans Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application. VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. Each impact must be listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts, permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) should be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet. 1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: See attached cover letter. 2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts include, but are not limited to mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due to both structure and floodinu. Wetland Impact Type of Wetland Located within Distance to Area of Site Number indicate on ( Type of Impact (e.g., forested, marsh, 100-year Fl Nearest Impact herbaceous bog etc.) oodplain Stream ) (acres ma) , , (es/no) linear feet) Site 1 Temporary Fill Forested Yes 0 ft <0.01 Total Wetland Impact (acres) <0.01 Page 3 of 8 3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: 0.02 4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included. To calculate acreage, multiply length X width, then divide by 43.560. Stream Impact Number (indicate on ma) Stream Name Type of Impact Perennial or Intermittent? Average Stream Width Before Im act Impact Length (linear feet) Area of ~ act p (acres) Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage) 0.00 5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to fill, excavation, dredQin~, flooding, drainaee. bulkheads_ etc_ Open Water Impact Site Number (indicate on ma) Name of Waterbody (if applicable) Type of Impact Type of Waterbody (lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay, ocean, etc.) Area of Impact (acres) Total Open Water Impact (acres) 0.0 6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters ~f the T i S rP~„lt;na f,-,,,,, rt,P ,,,-,.;A,.*• Stream Impact (acres): 0.00 Wetland Impact (acres): <0.01 Open Water Impact (acres): 0.00 Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres) <0.01 Total Stream Impact (linear feet): _____ 7. Isolated Waters Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ^ Yes ®No Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE. Page 4 of 8 8. Pond Creation If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application. Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ^ uplands ^ stream ^ wetlands Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam embankment, excavation, installation of draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond, local stormwater requirement, etc.): Current land use in the vicinity of the pond: Size of watershed draining to pond: VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization) Expected pond surface area: Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. See attached cover letter. VIII. Mitigation DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500; mitigation may be required by the NC Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial streams. USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include, but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar functions and values, preferable in the same watershed. If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgide.html. 1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet) of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view, preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach a separate sheet if more space is needed. Page 5 of 8 2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at (919) 715-0476 to determine availability, and written approval from the .NCEEP indicating that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP website at httn://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information: Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): 0 Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): 0 Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0.00 Amount ofNon-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0.00 Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): 0.00 IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ) 1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federaUstate) land? Yes ® No ^ 2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA coordinator at (919) 733-5083 to review current thresholds for environmental documentation. Yes ® No ^ 3. If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ® No ^ X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ) It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the applicant's discretion. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233 (Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )? Yes® No ^ Page 6 of 8 If "yes", identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation b a lying the buffer multipliers. Zone* Impact (square feet) Multiplier Required Miti ation 1 4 900 ' 3 (2 for Catawba) 0 2 3,605 1.5 0 Total 8,505 0 * Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1. 3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, or Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. No buffer mitigation is required All impacts are considered Allowable XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ) Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations demonstrating total proposed impervious level. N/A XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ) 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. XIII. Violations (required by DWQ) Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules? Yes ^ No Is this anafter-the-fact permit application? Yes ^ No XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ) Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ^ No If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description: N/A Page 7 of 8 XV. Other Circumstances (Optional): It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control). N/A ~-~ 8 ~t2~a8 Applicant/Agent's Signature Date (Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.) Page 8 of 8 s,w SfATt w,,..,n, r... STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Michael Easley GOVERNOR Lyndo Tippett SECRETARY October 16, 2007 MEMORANDUM TO: Jennifer Evans, P.E., Consultant Engineer Consultant Engineering Unit FROM: Cheryl Gregory, Environmental Specialist Natural Environment Unit SUBJECT: Protected species survey report for the Tar River spinymussel (Elliptio steinstansana) and dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta heterodon) for replacement of Bridge No. 20 on Satterwite Rd. (SR 1100) over Fishing Creek; Warren County: Federal Aid Project No. BRZ-1100(8); State Project No. 82410701; TIP Project No. B-3706. ATTENTION: Derrick Weaver, P.E. Consulting Engineering Unit Head Project Development- Central Engineering Unit The following memorandum addresses the Tar River spinymussel (Elliptio steinstansana) and dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta heterodon), federally protected species listed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service for Warren County. The most recent mussel survey was conducted on April 25, 2007 by NCDOT biologists Karen M. Lynch (Permit No. NC-2007-ES-165), Jay Mays (Permit No. NC-2007-ES-133), Logan Williams (Permit No. NC-2007-ES-166) and Mary Frazer. Fishing Creek at the SR 1100 crossing contains a natural grade control with an abundance of bedrock and cobble with sand, muck and gravel on top. Immediately above and below the grade control is unconsolidated sediment consisting of sand, silt, and a few boulders. Historic channelization has adversely impacted this reach of Fishing Creek above and below the bridge crossing. During the 1.0 person-hour tactile/visual mussel survey from 100 meters upstream and 400 meters downstream of the bridge, no mussels were found. However, one species of snail (Campeloma decisum) was common. The original survey for this project was completed on July 9, 2002 by NCDOT biologists Jeff Burleson, Jared Gray, April Helms and Tim Howell. Similar results were found during the 2002 survey, no mussels were found. BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: NO EFFECT Given the survey results, it is apparent that neither dwarf wedgemussel nor Tar. River spinymussel occur in the project footprint. However, the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program lists a known location of Tar spinymussel approximately twelve "river miles" downstream in Fishing Creek at the SR 1609 crossing (August 1999 record). There is an impounded reach of Fishing Creek between the subject project and the SR 1609 crossing approximately nine "river miles" downstream of the project crossing. Several known populations of yellow lance (Elliptio lanceolata) and Atlantic pigtoe (Fusconaia masoni) which are Federal Species of Concern and are state endangered, are located along Fishing Creek near or at state route crossings SR 1117, SR 1118, SR 1600, and at SR 1609 (August 1999 and October 2003 B-3706 Mussel Report -1- records). The two records within 5 miles include the Atlantic pigtoe (2003 record) which is located in Fishing Creek near SR 1117 approximately 3.6 river miles downstream of the project and above the impounded reach of Fishing Creek. The SR 1118 yellow lance record is also above the impounded reach of Fishing Creek approximately 5.2 river miles downstream (Figure 1). Precautions must be taken to prevent harm to downstream populations. The following green sheet conditions should be followed in order to protect downstream populations of freshwater mussels in Fishing Creek and its tributaries. NCDOT concludes that as long as the remaining conditions are followed„project construction will have "No Effect" upon these species. Environmental Conditions: 1 Tl,o,- :„11 1, mn fns- 1 .a hT.' l 1. 4 TAT 1. 1 G ~c°rc'c xnvrur b b b ~,,.-1 A..ril 1 ~caxo-z-cprrlT Following a-mail correspondence (10/15/07) with USFWS biologist Gary Jordan, this moratorium has been removed from the environmental commitments of this project. 2. Weep holes shall be configured so that the run-off does not fall into the stream. 3. NCDOT resident engineer is responsible or providing a written invitation to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, Nongame and Protected Species Branch, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service prior to construction. 4. The erosion control plans for Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds (15A NCAC 04B.0024) must be used because this project occurs within the Tar Pamlico Riverbasin. These plans include the following requirements: • Sediment and Erosion controls must be in place prior to land clearing activities. No sediment from either, bridge demolition or construction activities, shall be allowed to enter the flowing stream. • "Environmentally Sensitive Areas" will be defined on the plans, which consist of a 50-foot buffer zone on both sides of the stream. • The Contractor may perform clearing operations, but not grubbing operations in the "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", until immediately prior to beginning grading operations. • Once grading operations begin in "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", as specified on the plans, work will progress in a continuous manner until complete. • Seeding and mulching will be performed immediately following final grade establishment. • Stage seeding will be performed on cut and fill slopes as grading progresses ~~}A}' ~A 1Pttin2iinlPrr it ;~ a + a rl. + „ 'r 1,1 1, >,'+ + . '~1,• .1. ~ it The survey addressed in this memo will serve as the pre-letting survey. Due to the lack of suitable habitat at the site, no further survey is needed. Commitment No. S has therefore been removed from the Environmental Commitments. 6. NCDOT will make every reasonable effort to minimize the time of road closure. 8-3706 Mussel Report -2- 7 ~ Figure 1. Federally Listed Species Survey for 8-3706 ce Bridge at SR 1100 over Fishing Creek in Vlharren County Legend 0 1.25 2.5 f --I I I-~- ~-- US Highway }[ TIP Bridges State Route ---- Major Hydrography - NC Highway Hydrology 24k - Interstate ~ Hydrology 24k - Roads Non System ~ County Boundarywiih Shoreline '' ' Railroads Animal Assemblage ~ Plant Q Vertebrate Animal • Animal Q InvertebrateAnimal ~ Special Habitat 'Natural Community Natural Community Nonvascular Plant mbpow Vascular Plant 5 Miles 9/25107 NCDOT ~~ L - NORT PION l~rlina Mggon R VPNCE ~/ ~ ~~~ t f Ff~nderso~ ~ VUBRREN TJ i~'v r J ~ H.6LIFAX .L. K~laell r FRfWItLIN f CenlSttille Ste. ASH CC: Jim Mason, Environmental Specialist Natural Environment Unit-Project Manager Group File: B-3706 B-3706 Mussel Report -3- Re: upper Fishing Creek, B-3706 Subject: Re: upper Fishing Creek, B-3706 Date: Mon, 15 Oct 2007 10:00:14 -0400 From: Gary Jordan@fws.gov To: "Karen M. Lynch" <kmlynch@dot.state.nc.us> CC: "Cheryl L. Gregory" <clgregory@dot.state.nc.us> Karen, I.am'fine-with you removing the moratorium language .since it is a "No;<: effect" determination. If I remember correctly, this site appeared to have channelization effects from the past??? Is that correct? Gary Jordan US Fish and Wildlife Service PO Box 33726 Raleigh, NC 27636-3726 Phone (919) 856-4520 ext. 32 Fax (919) 856-4556 gary Jordan@fws.gov "Karen M. Lynch" <kmlynch@dot.stat e.nc.us> To Gary Jordan <Gary_Jordan@fws.gov> 10/12/2007 01:42 cc PM "Cheryl L. Gregory" <clgregory@dot.state.nc.us> Subject upper Fishing Creek, B-3706 Hi Gary, We have a bridge replacement on upper Fishing Creek in Warren County (Satterwhite Rd. SR 1100) At least 2 mussel surveys have been done by NCDOT (conducted in 2003 and 2006) and no mussels have ever been found. Relevant mussel info: Natural Heritage Program lists a known location of Tar spinymussel approximately twelve a~~river milesa€^ downstream in Fishing Creek at the SR 1609 crossing (August 1999 record). There is an impounded reach of Fishing Creek between the subject project and the SR 1609 crossing approximately nine aEceriver milesaE~ downstream of the project crossing. Several known populations of yellow lance (Elliptio lanceolata) and Atlantic pigtoe (Fusconaia masoni) which are Federal Species of Concern and are state endangered, are located along Fishing Creek near or at state route crossings SR 1117, SR 1118, SR 1600, and at SR 1609 (August 1999 and October 2003 records). The two records within 5 miles include the Atlantic pigtoe (2003 record) which is located in Fishing Creek near SR 1117 approximately 3.6 river miles downstream of the project and above the impounded reach of Fishing Creek. The SR 1118 yellow lance record is also above the impounded reach of Fishing Creek approximately 5.2 river miles downstream Our BC is No Effect. An offsite detour will be used. ~ ^f ~ 1(1/ 1 F/2007 'i ~ 15 PM Y'- • ' t ,~ - ~~ 1` ~~ Y~. r) ~ ; ~ ~• .. ' , i ~ti ~ _ _ ' '~ • ~ ~' _ 'y '~ ~. . 't '-~ . , ''~.,_ ,~' ~ ~~~''~~ SITES ~I & 2 `~ 1 -~~, ~~' `~ t~, v,,11 .. ~~ •\.r..~ f r ,1 j \\\ ` , ....,~ ~{ ~•~,~ `,` ~t J \t _ `,mss ti 1'F w` . _ ... f ~t -i ~. I -~~ ~ ! ~ ~~ ;~ j _. f~,; f , ~ ~ ._ a -~ fJ. _~ . ~ ~ }.. a ', __ . ~ ..... NOT TO SCALE ~ ~~ o ~ ' - .. .. ~~~.. 1_1 ~' ~'4 - ~ - ~ - - . m WETLAND /SURFACE WATER N. C. DEPT. 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Division Administrator Federal Highway Administration Warren County SR 1100 Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek Federal-Aid Project No. BRZ-1100(8) WBS No. 33246.1.1 T.I.P. No. B-3706 CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION March 2006 Documentation Prepared By Ko and Associates, P.C. 1 J ard, P.E. Pro ct Manager For the North Carolina Department of Transportation ~~ 11I'~~1 L , LA~.~'~„"" l A Shannon L. Lasater, P.E. Project Development Engineer N 1;14P,~~~jry•~, y~N~~ "I 1CESu~n;~._ ~9 SE Al. 4asi -O ~~N 1. Wa~;. PROJECT COMMITMENTS Warren County SR 1100 Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek Federal-Aid Project No. BRZ-1100(8) WBS No. 33246.1.1 T.I.P. No. B-3706 In addition to the standard Nationwide Permit #33 and #23 Conditions, the General Nationwide Permit Conditions, Section 404 Only Conditions, Regional Conditions, State Consistency Conditions, NCDOT's Guidelines for Best Management Practices for Protection of Surface Waters, NCDOT's Guidelines for Best Management Practices for Construction and Maintenance Activities, General Certification Conditions, and Section 401 Conditions of Certification, the following special commitments have been agreed to by NCDOT: PDEA/Hydraulics/Roadway Design The Tar-Pamlico River Basin Rule applies to this project. Highway Design Branch The 10-inch water main on the west side of the existing structure is the only line serving the Axtell community. Any impacts to or costs associated with the water line resulting from the bridge replacement will be coordinated with the Warren County Public Works Director, Mr. Macon Robertson (252-257-3645). Highway Design Branch/ Division 5 1. There will be a moratorium on clearing and grubbing work between November 15 and April 1. 2. Weep holes shall be configured so that the run-off does not fall into the stream. This is a standard NCDOT commitment. 3. NCDOT resident engineer is responsible for providing a written invitation to visit the site to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, Non-game and Protected Species Branch, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service prior to construction. This is a standard NCDOT commitment. Categorical Exclusion Green Sheet March 2006 Sheet 1 of 2 PROJECT COMMITMENTS CONTINUED Warren County SR 1100 Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek Federal-Aid Project No. BRZ-1100(8) WBS No. T.I.P. No. B-3706 4. The erosion control plans for Protected Aquatic Species must be used. These plans include the requirements listed below. These are standard NCDOT commitments. • Sediment and Erosion controls must be in place prior to land clearing activities. No sediment from either, bridge demolition or construction activities, shall be allowed to enter the flowing stream. • "Environmentally Sensitive Areas" will be defined on the plans, which consist of a 50-foot buffer zone on both sides of the stream. • The Contractor may perform clearing operations, but not grubbing operations in the "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", until immediately prior to beginning grading operations. • Once grading operations begin in "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", as specified on the plans, work will progress in a continuous manner until complete. • Seeding and mulching will be performed immediately following final grading establishment. • Stage seeding will be performed on cut and fill slopes as grading progresses. 5. A full Mussel survey extending 100 meters upstream and 400 meters downstream shall be conducted prior to letting unless it is determined that no suitable habitat exists within the full range. 6. NCDOT will make every reasonable effort to minimize the time of road closure. Categorical Exclusion Green Sheet March 2006 Sheet 2 of 2 Warren County SR 1100 (Manson-Axtell Road) Bridge No. 20 over Fishing Creek Federal-Aid Project No. BRZ-1100(8) WBS No. 33246.1.1 T.I.P. No. B-3706 INTRODUCTION: The replacement of Bridge No. 20 is included in the North Carolina Department of Transportation 2006-2012 Transportation Improvement Program and in the Federal-Aid Bridge Replacement Program. The location is shown in Figure 1. No substantial environmental impacts are anticipated. The project is classified as a Federal "Categorical Exclusion." I. PURPOSE AND NEED STATEMENT Bridge Maintenance Unit records indicate the bridge has a sufficiency rating of 31.9 out of a possible 100 for a new structure. The bridge is considered functionally obsolete and structurally deficient. The replacement of this inadequate structure will result in safer and more efficient traffic operations. II. EXISTING CONDITIONS This project replaces Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 (Manson-Axtell Road) over Fishing Creek in western Warren County, immediately southwest of Soul City. SR 1100 is classified as a Rural Local roadway in the Statewide Functional Classification System. The existing bridge, shown in Figures 2A and 2B, has an overall length of 94.0 feet and a clear roadway width of 19.2 feet. The existing two lane bridge has five spans with creosote timber floor on steel beams and timber joists supported by creosote timber caps and posts. SR 1100 has a current pavement width of 19 feet with two grass shoulders approximately 10 to 12 feet wide each in the area of the bridge. The roadway approaches are short tangents and on downgrades toward the bridge. The vertical sag occurs at the bridge; however, the bridge structure itself is flat. Sight distance is good both to the north and south. Utilities in the project area include water, telephone, and power lines. Approximately 26 feet west of the centerline, there is a 10-inch water line on concrete pillars. This line is the only line that feeds the water tank for the Axtell community. Approximately 23 feet east of the centerline, there is a 6-inch water line on elevated steel bents. This water line is not currently in use. Seven feet farther east, there is a buried telephone cable that transitions to an overhead line as it crosses 1 Fishing Creek. Still farther east is an overhead power line. Utility conflicts should be considered high. The structure was constructed in 1953. The current posted weight limit is 9 tons for single unit vehicles and 15 tons for truck-tractor semi-trailer vehicles. Bridge No. 20 has abed-to-crown distance of approximately 21 feet. The estimated traffic volumes on SR 1100 are currently 800 vehicles per day (vpd) and are projected to be 1400 vpd for the design year 2025. The volumes include an estimated two percent truck-tractor semi-trailer (TTST) and three percent dual-tired (DT) vehicles. The posted speed limit is 55 mph in the vicinity of the bridge. There is no development at the project site; however, residential. development and community facilities are located in the vicinity of Soul City, north of the project. Residential development also exists near the intersection with SR 1114 (Watson Road), south of the project. One accident was reported in the vicinity of this bridge during a recent three year period. Four public school buses cross the present bridge two times per day. III. ALTERNATIVES A. Project Description NCDOT proposes to replace Bridge No. 20 with a new bridge structure 105 feet long with 28 feet of clear roadway width. The grade of the roadway over the new structure will be approximately 6 feet above the grade of the existing bridge. The approaches to the new bridge will have a pavement width of 22 feet with 6-foot grassed shoulders. B. Detailed Study Alternatives The studied alternatives were: (1) to replace the structure on the existing location with an on-site temporary detour on the east side; (2) to replace the structure on the existing location with an on- site temporary detour on the west side; (3) to replace the structure on new alignment west of the existing location; and (4) to replace the structure on the existing location, closing SR 1100 and utilizing anoff-site detour (see Figures 3, 4, 5, and 6). Alternate 1 replaces the bridge on the existing location with an on-site temporary detour on the east side. The estimated cost is $1,465,000. Alternate 1 will require a design exception for the horizontal and vertical alignments. 2 Alternate 2 replaces the bridge on the existing location with an on-site temporary detour on the west side. The estimated cost is $1,288,750. Alternate 2 will require a design exception for the horizontal and vertical alignments. Alternate 3 replaces the bridge on new alignment west of and parallel to the existing bridge at a cost of $1,355,000. Traffic would be maintained on the existing structure during construction. Alternate 3 will require a design exception for the vertical alignment. Alternate 4 replaces the bridge with a new bridge in the existing location, closing SR 1100 to through traffic during construction, and utilizing an off-site detour at a cost of $780,325. Alternative 4 will require a design exception for the horizontal and vertical alignments. The proposed off-site detour route uses SR 1113 (Liberation Road), SR 1112 (Axtell-Ridgeway Road), and SR 1100 and is approximately 7.1 miles long (see Figure 1). In accordance with the NCDOT Guidelines for Evaluation of Offsite Detours for Brid e Replacement Projects (April 2004), the average delay per motorist using the proposed detour for Alternate 4 is estimated to range from seven to nine minutes for a construction period of six months, which falls under the Evaluation (E) range of the Guidelines. The Evaluation range suggests an on-site detour is justifiable from a traffic operations standpoint but must be weighed with other project factors to determine if it is appropriate. The condition of the detour route, including bridges, is comparable to the route being closed. The Warren County Emergency Management Services Coordinator indicates police and ambulance services can adequately respond to residents in the vicinity of the project with an off- site detour in place. Emergency fire response, however, may be delayed to residents living south of Fishing Creek. These residences are approximately 1 mile from the Soul City Fire Department and approximately 5 miles from the Cokesbury and Afton Fire Departments. With road closure, any of these departments could reach homes south of Fishing Creek in approximately 15 minutes. By maintaining traffic on-site, the response time could be shortened by three to four minutes from the Soul City Fire Department, and the Fire Department Chief prefers an on-site detour. Other ideas have been considered to minimize delays to fire responders. Consideration was given for locating a temporary fire station south of Fishing Creek, but this option was determined not to be feasible. The most feasible option is to incorporate bridge design and construction methods that reduce the duration of road closure during construction. NCDOT will make every reasonable effort to shorten the construction schedule for this bridge replacement project. 3 The Emergency Management Services agency and school system will be notified prior to construction so alternative emergency response and school bus routes can be developed. In consideration of these factors, an off-site detour is considered to be acceptable under the requirements of the NCDOT guidelines. C. Alternatives Eliminated from Further Study The No-Build or "do-nothing" alternative was also considered but this choice would eventually necessitate closure of the bridge. This is not a desirable alternative due to the traffic service provided by SR 1100. Investigation of the existing structure by the NCDOT Bridge Maintenance Unit indicates that rehabilitation of the old bridge is not feasible due to its age and deteriorated condition. The existing bridge is classified as structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. D. Preferred Alternative (Alternate 4) The recommended replacement structure is a new bridge structure 105 feet long with 28 feet of clear roadway width on the existing alignment. The grade of the roadway over the new structure will be approximately 6 feet above the grade of the existing bridge. The approaches to the new bridge will have a pavement width of 22 feet (see Figure 7) with 6 feet of grassed shoulders, on each side. The design speed will be improved, yet limited to 30 mph for the vertical alignment and 50 mph for the horizontal alignment. A design exception will be required for both the horizontal and vertical alignments. This is preferred because it minimizes construction costs, right of way costs, and stream impacts. An off-site detour will be used to maintain traffic during the construction period. The Division Office concurs with the recommended improvements. IV. ESTIMATED COST The total estimated cost of this project as listed in the 2006-2012 TIP is $1,376,000. The estimated costs of the alternatives studied, based on 2005 prices, are shown in Table 1: 4 Table 1: Estimated Costs Alternate 1 Alternate2 Alternate 3 Alternate 4 With On-site With On-site New With Off-site Detour East Detour West Location Detour Structure Removal $ 18,800.00 $ 18,800.00 $ 18,800.00 $ 18,800.00 Structure $ 249,900.00 $ 249,900.00 $ 249,900.00 $249,900.00 Roadway Approaches $ 234,975.00 $ 234,975.00 $ 552,475.00 $234,375.00 Mobilization and Miscellaneous $ 146,325.00 $ 146,325.00 $ 288,825.00 $145,925.00 Engineering and Contingencies $ 100,000.00 $ 100,000.00 $ 190,000.00 $101,000.00 Temporary Detour $ 675,000.00 $ 500,000.00 $ 0.00 $ 0.00 SUBTOTAL $1,425,000.00 $1,250,000.00 $1,300,000.00 $750,000.00 Right-of--Way / Const. Ease. / $ 40,000.00 $ 38,750.00 $ 55,000.00 $ 30,325.00 TOTAL $1,465,000.00 $1,288,750.00 $1,355,000.00 $780,325.00 The above estimates are based on functional design plans; therefore, 45 % has been included for miscellaneous items and contractor mobilization, and 15 % for engineering and contingencies. V. NATURAL RESOURCES A. Methodology The purpose of the natural systems report is to provide an evaluation of biological resources in the immediate area of potential project impact (project corridor). Specifically, the tasks performed for this project include an assessment of biological features within the project corridor including descriptions of vegetation, wildlife, protected species, wetlands, and water quality; a delineation of Section 404 jurisdictional areas; an evaluation of probable impacts resulting from construction and a preliminary determination of permit needs. Materials and research data in support of this investigation have been derived from a number of sources including applicable US Geological Survey (USGS) topographic mapping (Middleburg, 5 NC 7.5 minute quadrangle), US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) mapping, and recent aerial photography (scale 1:1200). Natural Resources Conservation Service (MRCS), formerly the Soils Conservation Service, soils mapping was not available for Warren County. A discussion of typical soils found in Warren County is included based on Daniels et al. (1999). The project study area was visited on October 6, 2000 and revisited on December 6, 2004. The study area was walked and visually surveyed for significant features. Special concerns evaluated in the field include: 1) potential protected -species habitat, and 2) wetlands and water quality protection in Fishing Creek. Plant community descriptions are based on a classification system utilized by NC Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) (Schafale and Weakley 1990). When appropriate, community classifications were modified to better reflect field observations. Vascular plant names follow nomenclature found in Radford et al. (1968) with adjustments for updated nomenclature (Kartesz 1998). Jurisdictional areas were evaluated using the three-parameter approach following US Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE) delineation guidelines (Environmental Laboratory 1987). Jurisdictional areas were characterized according to a classification scheme established by Cowardin et al. (1979). Aquatic and terrestrial wildlife habitat requirements and distributions were determined by supportive literature (Martof et al. 1980, Potter et al. 1980, Webster et al. 1985, Menhinick 1991, Hamel 1992, Palmer and Braswell 1995, and Rohde et al. 1994). Water quality information for area streams and tributaries was derived from available sources (NCDWQ 2004a, NCDWQ 2004b, and NCDWQ 2004c). Quantitative sampling was not undertaken to support existing data. At the time of the initial field investigation, the most current USFWS listing of federally protected species with ranges extending into Warren County (dated June 16, 2000) was consulted prior to the 2000 field investigations. The February 25, 2003 USFWS listing of federally protected species (USFWS 2003) was reviewed prior the December 2004 field visit to ensure that all federally protected species are accounted for within the project study area. In addition, NCNHP records documenting presence of federally or state listed species were consulted in 2000 and again in December 2004. B. Physiography and Soils The project study area is underlain by the Felsic Crystalline geologic formation within the Piedmont physiographic province of North Carolina. Soil systems have been formed over bedrock of granite, granite gneiss, mica gneiss and mica schist. Inclusions of more mafic rock, with darker and more plastic soils, are common. Topography includes broad gently sloping 6 uplands and moderately dissected landscapes, with narrow convex ridges and steep valley slopes (Daniels et al. 1999). Topography within the project study area is characterized as gently rolling with steep areas along major streams. Within the project study area, the floodplain is characterized by a gradual, shallow slope on the northern bank, and a steep bluff on the southern bank. Elevations in the project study area are approximately 300 to 350 feet National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) (Middleburg, NC 7.5-minute quadrangle [1982]). The majority of soils in Warren County have not been mapped by the NRCS. Dominant soil series in the eastern portion of the Felsic Crystalline geologic formation include Pacolet, Cecil, Appling, Vance, and Helena, which occur in uplands, and Congaree, Chewacla, and Wehadkee, which occur in river terraces and floodplains (Daniels et al. 1999). The Pacolet series (Tvpic Kanhapludults) consists of very well-drained, moderately permeable soils formed from weathered acid crystalline rock. Slopes are commonly 1 ~ to 25 percent. The Cecil series (Tvpic Kanhapludults) consists of very deep, well-drained moderately permeable soils on ridges and side slopes of the Piedmont uplands. Cecil soils formed from felsic, igneous and high-grade metamorphic rocks of the Piedmont uplands. Slopes range from 0 to 25 percent. The Appling series (Tvpic Kanhapludults) consists of very deep, well-drained, and moderately permeable soils that typically occur on ridges and slopes of Piedmont uplands. Appling soils formed in residuum weathered from felsic igneous and metamorphic rocks of the Piedmont uplands. Slopes range from 0 to 25 percent. The Vance series (Tvpic Hapludults) consists of well-drained, slowly permeable soils that formed in residuum weathered from acid crystalline rock in the Piedmont. Vance soils are on ridges and side slopes, with slopes from 2 to 25 percent. The Helena series (Aquic Hapludults) consists of gently to strongly sloping, deep, moderately well-drained soils that occupy small areas on side slopes. Helena soils are formed in forested areas from mixed acidic and basic rocks. The Congaree series (Tvpic Udifluvents) consists of nearly level, well-drained soils on floodplains, originating from fine loamy material washed from soils on uplands. Chewacla soils (Fluventic Dystrochrepts) are nearly level, somewhat poorly-drained soils on floodplains, formed of fine alluvial deposits. The seasonally high water table is at a depth of approximately 1.5 feet. 7 The Wehadkee series (Fluventic Haplaquepts) consists of nearly level, poorly-drained soils on floodplains. Wehadkee soils are formed of fine loamy material, and the seasonal high water table is approximately at the surface. (Daniels et al. 1999, USDA 1970). The NRCS considers the following soil series to be hydric in Warren County: Chewacla and Wehadkee silt loamy, where frequently flooded; Worsham (Typic Och~aquults); and Helena soils with Worsham inclusions (USDA 1997). These series are saturated for a significant period during the growing season, and support woody vegetation under natural conditions. The Worsham series (T}pic Ochraquults) consists of nearly level or gently sloping, poorly-drained soils that occupy small areas at the heads of drainages, at foot slopes, and in slight depressions. Worsham soils are formed from alluvial and residual material, and the seasonal high water table is approximately at the surface (USDA 1970). C. WATER RESOURCES 1. Waters Impacted The project study area is located within sub-basin 03-03-04 of the Tar-Pamlico River Basin and is part of USGS Hydrologic Unit 03020102 (NCDWQ 2004a). The bridge targeted for replacement spans Fishing Creek with no direct involvement of additional streams or tributaries. This section of Fishing Creek has been assigned Stream Index Number 28-79-(1) by the NC Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) (NCDWQ 2004b). 2. Water Resources Characteristics Fishing Creek is awell-defined, meandering Piedmont/upper Coastal Plain stream with moderate to fast flow. During field investigations, water clarity was fair with some sedimentation making the stream bottom difficult to see in pools. The stream averages 30 to 35 feet in width and water depth ranged from 2 to 3 feet at the time of the field visit. The substrate is comprised primarily of cobble and gravel underlain by bedrock. Segments of the stream west of the bridge are well- defined, entrenched, and channelized with no floodplain in the northwest or southwest project quadrants. Upland hardwood forest cover occurs adjacent to the stream on both sides. While the northwestern quadrant is composed entirely of upland hardwoods, forest cover in the southwestern quadrant borders an old pasture approximately 120 feet south of the stream. Segments of the stream to the east of the bridge are less entrenched and enter afast-moving riffle area before meandering out of the project study area. The northeastern quadrant is mainly composed of maintained right-of--way with no floodplain. At approximately 70 feet from the centerline of the existing bridge, upland hardwood forest cover resumes for the remainder of the quadrant. The southeastern quadrant consists of a small disturbed upland hardwood system functioning as a poorly developed floodplain. While hydrophytic vegetation was observed 8 • throughout the floodplain, wetland conditions were observed only in a linear drainage system along the toe of the southeastern slope. This system exhibited evidence of wetland conditions including hydrophytic vegetation, presence of hydric soils, and evidence of regular and prolonged inundation. Riparian vegetation is present on stream embankments throughout the project study area. The NCDWQ has assembled a list of impaired waterbodies according to the Clean Water Act Section 303(d) and 40 CFR 130.7, hereafter referred to as the draft NC 2004 Section 303(d) list. The list is a comprehensive public accounting of all impaired waterbodies. An impaired waterbody is one that does not meet water quality standards including designated uses, numeric and narrative criteria, and anti-degradation requirements defined in 40 CFR 131. The standards violation may be due to an individual pollutant, multiple pollutants, or an unknown cause of impairment. The impairment could be from point sources, non-point sources, and/or atmospheric deposition. Some sources of impairment exist across state lines. North Carolina's methodology is strongly based on the aquatic life use support guidelines available in the Section 305(b) guidelines (EPA-841-B-97-002A and -002B). Those streams attaining only Partially Supporting (PS) or Not Supporting (NS) status are listed on the draft NC 2004 Section 303(d) list. Streams are further categorized into one of six parts within the draft NC 2004 Section 303(d) list, according to source of impairment and degree of rehabilitation required for the stream to adequately support aquatic life. Within Parts 1, 4, 5, and 6 of the list, North Carolina has developed a priority ranking scheme (low, medium, high) that reflects the relative value and benefits those waterbodies provide to the State. This section of Fishing Creek is not listed on the draft NC 2004 Section 303(d) list (NCDWQ 2004c). Classifications are assigned to waters of the State of North Carolina based on the existing or contemplated best usage of various streams or segments of streams in the basin. A best usage classification of C NSW has been assigned to Fishing Creek from its source to Shocco Creek (NCDWQ 2004b). The designation C denotes that appropriate uses include aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife, and agriculture. The supplemental classification NSW refers to waters needing additional nutrient management because they are subject to excessive growth of microscopic and macroscopic vegetation (NCDWQ 2004b). No designated High Quality Waters (HQW), Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW), Water Supply I (WS-I), or Water Supply II (WS-II) waters occur within 1 mile of the project study area. The NCDWQ (previously known as the Division of Environmental Management, Water Quality Section [DEM]) has initiated a whole basin approach to water quality management for the 17 river basins within the state. Water quality for the proposed project study area is summarized in the Tar-Pamlico River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan (NCDWQ 2004a). Fishing Creek has a Biological Rating of Good-Fair. The Biological Rating is based on macro- 9 invertebrate sampling in Fishing Creek in 2002. Fishing Creek is rated as Supporting for designated uses because the water is of high enough quality to facilitate aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife, and agriculture. In terms of stream mitigation, Fishing Creek is classified as a Warmwater stream (USAGE et al. 2003). Eight National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) permitted wastewater discharge sites are located within the sub-basin, with a total permitted flow of 3.9 million gallons per day (MGD). The largest discharger within this sub-basin is the Warrenton Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), with a permitted flow of 2 MGD. There are also two general NPDES wastewater permits, an individual NPDES stormwater permit, and ten general NPDES stormwater permits in this sub-basin (NCDWQ 2004a). 3. Potential Impacts to Water Resources Impacts to water resources in the project study area may result from activities associated with project construction. Activities that would result in impacts are clearing and grubbing on streambanks, riparian canopy removal, in-stream construction, fertilizers and pesticides used in revegetation, and pavement/culvert installation. The following impacts to surface water resources could result from the construction activities mentioned above. • Increased sedimentation and siltation downstream of the crossing and increased erosion in the project study area. • Alteration of stream discharge due to silt loading and changes in surface and groundwater drainage patterns. • Changes in light incidence and water clarity due to increased sedimentation and vegetation removal. • Changes in and destabilization of water temperature due to vegetation removal. • Alteration of water levels and flows due to interruptions and/or additions to surface and ground water flow from construction. • Increased nutrient loading during construction via runoff from exposed areas. • Increased concentrations of toxic compounds in roadway runoff. • Increased potential for release of toxic compounds such as fuel and oil from construction equipment and other vehicles. The proposed bridge replacement will allow for continuation of pre-project stream flows in Fishing Creek, thereby protecting the integrity of these waterways. Long-term impacts resulting from construction are expected to be negligible. 10 Temporary construction impacts due to erosion and sedimentation will be minimized through implementation of a stringent erosion control schedule and the use of Best Management Practices (BMPs). The contractor will follow contract specifications pertaining to erosion control measures as outlined in 23 CFR 650 Subpart B and Article 107-13 entitled "Control of Erosion, Siltation, and Pollution" (NCDOT, Specifications for Roads and Structures). These measures include the use of dikes, berms, silt basins, and other containment measures to control runoff; elimination of construction staging areas in floodplains and adjacent to waterways; re- seeding of herbaceous cover on disturbed sites; management of chemicals (herbicides, pesticides, de-icing compounds) with potential negative impacts on water quality; and avoidance of direct discharges into steams by catch basins and roadside vegetation. 4. Impacts Related to Bridge Demolition and Removal The deck for Bridge No. 20 is composed of timber, and the substructure is not located in the creek; therefore, the bridge is expected to be removed without dropping any components into waters of the US during construction. If a temporary on-site detour is utilized, it will be constructed such that upon removal it will not result in any fill into waters of the United States. NCDOT will coordinate with the various resource agencies during project planning to ensure that all concerns regarding bridge .demolition are resolved. NCDOT's Best Management Practices for Construction and Maintenance Activities must be applied for the removal of this bridge. D. BIOTIC RESOURCES 1. Plant Communities Three distinct plant communities were identified within the project corridor: (1) Mixed Mesic Forest (Piedmont subtype); (2) disturbed/maintained land; and (3) early successional/ maintained grass lands. These plant communities are described below. a) Mined Mesic Forest (Piedmont subtype) This community approximates that of the same name described by Schafale and Weakley (1990). The Mixed Mesic Forest community occurs in the majority of the project corridor, especially the northwest and southeast quadrants. The northeast quadrant contains a stand of Mixed Mesic Forest extending from the edge of the powerline right-of--way out of the project corridor. Canopy cover found on site consists of disturbance, adapted species including American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), loblolly pine (Pinus taeda), black cherry (Prunars serotina), tulip poplar (Lip°iodendron tulipifera), sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua), red cedar (Juniperus 11 virginiana), and red maple (Ater rubrum). Herbaceous species consist of Christmas fern (Polystichum acrostichoides), mockernut hickory (Carya tomentosa), water oak (Quercus nigra), and seedlings of canopy species. Tag alder (Alms serrulata), river birch (Betula nigra), rushes (Juncus spp.), red maple (Ater rubrum), and giant cane (Arundinaria gigantea) occur along creek banks and in the floodplain area in the southeastern quadrant. b) Disturbed/maintained land Maintained plant communities occur along the present roadside margins and within the power line right-of--way which crosses the eastern portions of the project corridor in a north-south direction. Invasive weeds and some shrubs are present in both areas. In higher portions of the power line right-of--way corridor, growth of vasey-grass (Paspalum urvillei), crabgrass (Digitaria spp.), blackberries (Rubus spp.), dog fennel (Eupatorium capillifolium), goldenrod (Solidago spp.), ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia), trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans), and winged sumac (Rhus copallina) proliferate. In lower, wet areas within this right-of--way corridor, tag alder, river birch, rushes, and giant cane occur along creek banks and in the floodplain area in the southeastern quadrant. c) Early successionaUmaintained grass lands This maintained plant community occurs as an abandoned grass land pasture located in the southwest project quadrant bordering the forest adjacent to the creek. This community is dominated by herbaceous ground cover and small canopy species. Characteristic species include loblolly pine, red maple, sweetgum, dog fennel, poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), crabgrass, fescue (Festuca sp.), and blackberry. 2. Wildlife No mammal species were observed in the project study area during the site visits. Mammal species expected to occur are white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus), raccoon (Procyon lotor), muskrat (Ondatra zibethicus), meadow vole (Microtus pennsylvanicus), white-footed mouse (Peromyscus leucopus), short-tailed shrew (Blarina brevicauda), and little brown bat (Myotis lucifugus). Birds observed within or adjacent to the corridor include American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) and bluejay (Cyanocitta cristata). Additional avian species expected to occur within the project study area are Carolina chickadee (Poecile carolinensis), Carolina wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus), tufted titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor), downy woodpecker (Picoicles pubescens), red belly woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus), belted kingfisher (Ceryle alcyon), 12 northern bobwhite (Colinas virginianus), mourning dove (Zenaida Jnacroura), red-shouldered hawk (Buteo lineatus), red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis), eastern meadowlark (Sturnella magna), eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis), brown-headed cowbird (Rlolothrus ater); indigo bunting (Passerina cyanea), common yellowthroat (Geothlypis t3°iclzas), American goldfinch (Carduelis tristis), and northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis). No observations of terrestrial reptiles or amphibians were made within the project study area; however, heiptile species expected to occur within the project study area are eastern box turtle (Terrapene ca~rolina), eastern fence lizard (Sceloporus undulatus), five-lined skink (Eumeces fasciatus), worm snake (Carphophis mnoenus), rat snake (Elaphe obsoleta), brown snake (Storeria dekayi), eastern garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis), and American toad (Bufo americanus). 3. Aquatic Communities No aquatic reptile species were observed within the project study area. Fishing Creek does, however, provide suitable habitat for snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina), river cooter (Pseudemys concinna), northern water snake (Nerodia sipedon), queen snake (Regina septemvittata), copperhead (Agkist~°odon contortrix), eastern newt (Notophthabnus viridescens), northern dusky salamander (Desmognathus fuscus), two-lined salamander (Eurycea cirrige~°a), green frog (Rana clamitans), and pickerel frog (Rana palustris). No sampling was undertaken in Fishing Creek to determine fishery potential. A limited visual assessment of Fishing Creek was conducted at the time of this survey during which no fish species were seen. However, this reach has reported fishing potential for redbreast sunfish (Lepomis auritus) (Fish 1968). Other species which may be present within Fishing Creek include rosyside dace (Clinostomus funduloides), bluehead chub (Nocomis leptocephalus), and margined madtom (Noturus insignis) (Menhinick 1991, Rohde et al. 1994). The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) has developed a Significant Aquatic Endangered Species Habitat database to enhance planning and impact analysis in areas proposed by NCWRC as being critical due to the presence of Endangered or Threatened aquatic species. Fishing Creek may be considered to provide Significant Aquatic Endangered Species Habitat (NCWRC 1998), and coordination with NCWRC will be required to establish appropriate criteria for the protection of rare aquatic species. 13 . , 4. Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities a) Plant Communities Proposed alternatives include both permanent and temporary impacts. Permanent impacts are considered to be those impacts that occur within proposed cut-fill limits. Temporary impacts are considered to be those impacts that occur within the cut-fill footprint associated with the temporary detours of Alternates 1 and 2. Temporary impact areas will be restored to pre-project conditions once construction is complete. Plant communities within the project study area were delineated to determine the approximate area and location of each. A summary of potential impacts to plant communities is presented in Table 2. Alternate 4 will result in the least total impacts to plant communities. For Alternate 4, it is estimated that of the 0.50 acre impacted; only 0.20 acre will consist of relatively undisturbed areas (Mixed Mesic Hardwood Forest). Alternate 3 avoids temporary impacts but will result in the most permanent impacts to plant communities, approximately 2.81 acres. Alternate 1 will result in 1.25 acres of temporary impacts and 0.50 acre of permanent impacts. Alternate 2 will result in 0.97 acre of temporary impacts and 0.50 acre of permanent impacts. From an ecological perspective, impacts of upgrading existing road facilities are minimal. No new fragmentation of plant communities will be created, as the project will result only in alteration of communities bordering an existing highway. Much of the alignment is currently bounded by a maintained right-of--way, a utility line corridor, and an abandoned pasture or grass lands. Therefore, the proposed project may only claim narrow strips of adjacent natural communities for Alternates 1, 2, and 4. Alternate 3 will fragment two small strips of land to the east of the proposed bridge location. Fishing Creek may be considered to provide Significant Aquatic Endangered Species Habitat (NCWRC 1998) and coordination will be required to establish appropriate criteria for the protection of rare aquatic species. Impacts associated with turbidity and suspended sediments resulting from bridge replacement will be minimized through stringent erosion control measures. 14 '~ "~ Li CC M N C~ b ~r i.+ .Q E 0 U w 0 V GC a C~ Q .~..t O N H :~ O d' M i ~~ l~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~' i N ~ ..~ ~ ~ Rt ~ t~ Q ~ ~ ~ O M O O O N O ~n ~ ~ O O O O O ~ Q.. v~ a~ E-" ~, H ~ p O ~t M [~ fy ^-" ~--~ l~ ~ a ~ O O O O f--a ~ ~ i. V ~ ~ H W ~ ~ [~ \p O O o0 O ~ l~ O H O O .-~ .--, a w ~ ~ ~ o a~ a~ Q u o 0 0 0 y~ ~ O O O O ~~ do a N H ~ ~ M O o0 N O O O ~--~ N E"+ ~ '~ ~ ~ O ~' a w-' "~ ~ ~ ~ . ~ ~ -~ a ~ ~ ~ ~ ~a ~ U ~ ~ te ~ ~ O ~ rr --,, ~.J .-. ~ a -fl ~ U ~ ~ Q w ~ cci O O O O M O N ~ F.-~ O O O O z, y +~' ~' ~ R! Q ~ ~: O O O O j ~ ~ M O N ~ ~ O O O O ~ ~ ~ O ~, ~. ~ O O O O O O O O N r M ~O N •--~ ~ ~ ~' ~ 00 E-~ O o '--~ N 3 M ~ ~+ °~' °' ~ -~ ~ ~ ~p N .-~ ~ ~ ~ ~ w ~ ~ O O ~-+ N ~~ a U O N ~ O O O O O O O O F'-~ ~ 't7 ~ ~ O ~ a "C3 ~ .~ ~ -~ a ~ ~ ~ ~ ~~ ~ ~ o U ~ ~ .a ~, ti ~ ~° ~ H O r.., ~ y ~ ~ U •~ ~ H ~ ~ N ~ w ~ vi ~, Q x w ~ Due to the limited extent of infringement on natural communities, the proposed bridge replacement will not result in significant loss or displacement of known terrestrial animal populations. No significant habitat fragmentation is expected since most improvements will be restricted to existing roadside margins. Construction noise and associated disturbances will have short-term impacts on avifauna and migratory wildlife movement patterns. However, long-term impacts are expected to be negligible. b) Wildlife Due to the limited extent of infringement on natural communities, the proposed bridge replacement will not result in significant loss or displacement of known terrestrial animal populations. No significant habitat fragmentation is expected since most improvements will be restricted to existing roadside margins. Construction noise and associated disturbances will have short-term impacts on avifauna and migratory wildlife movement patterns. However, long-term impacts are expected to be negligible. c) Aquatic Communities Potential down-stream impacts to aquatic habitat will be avoided by bridging the stream to maintain regular flow and stream integrity. Short-term impacts associated with turbidity and suspended sediments will affect benthic populations. Temporary impacts to downstream habitat from increased sediment during construction will be minimized by the implementation of stringent erosion control measures. E. SPECIAL TOPICS 1. Waters of the United States Surface waters within the embankments of Fishing Creek are subject to jurisdictional consideration under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act as "waters of the United States" (33 CFR section 328.3). NWI mapping indicates and field investigations confirm that Fishing Creek is a riverine, upper-perennial stream, characterized by an unconsolidated bottom predominately consisting of unconsolidated cobble and gravel (R3UB 1) (Cowardin et al. 1979). Vegetated wetlands are defined by the presence of three primary criteria: hydric soils, hydrophytic vegetation, and evidence of hydrology at or near the surface for a portion (12.5 percent) of the growing season (Environmental Laboratory 1987). Vegetated wetlands subject to jurisdictional consideration under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act as waters of the United 16 • States (33 CFR section 328.3) occur within the project study area. NWI mapping indicates that areas adjacent to Fishing Creek exhibit characteristics of palustrine, broad-leaved, deciduous forest systems that are seasonally flooded (PFO 1 C) (Cowardin et al. 1979). Field investigations indicate that there is one wetland within the project study area which occurs as a linear drainage system along the toe of the southeastern slope (see Figure 3, Alternative 1). This wetland is classified as PFO1C (Cowardin et al. 1979). The Nutrient Sensitive Waters Management Strategy for the Protection and Maintenance of Riparian Buffers for the Tar-Pamlico River Basin (15A NCAC 02B .0259) provides a designation for uses that cause impacts to riparian buffers within the Tar-Pamlico Basin. The Tar-Pamlico River Basin Rule applies to 50-foot wide riparian buffers (measured perpendicular to the stream) directly adjacent to surface waters in the Tar-Pamlico River Basin. Any change in land use within the riparian buffer is characterized as an impact. Land use changes within the riparian buffer are defined as being Ezempt, Allowable, Allowable with Mitigation, or Prohibited. The Ezempt designation refers to uses allowed within the buffer. The Allowable designation refers to uses that may proceed within the riparian buffer provided there are no practical alternatives, and that written authorization from the NCDWQ is obtained prior to project development. The Allowable with Mitigation designation refers to uses that are allowed, given there are no practical alternatives and appropriate mitigation plans have been approved. The Prohibited designation refers to uses that are prohibited without a variance. Exemptions to the riparian buffer rule include the footprint of existing uses that are present and ongoing. All four alternatives avoid impacts to stream and wetland areas; however, three of the alternatives (Alternates 1; 2, and 3) are expected to result in impacts to riparian buffer. Proposed impacts to jurisdictional areas are shown in Table 3. There is little potential that components of the existing bridge may be dropped into "waters of the United States" during construction. Therefore, no temporary fill is expected to result from bridge removal. NCDOT will coordinate with the various resource agencies during project planning to ensure that all concerns regarding bridge demolition are resolved. In addition, NCDOT's "Guidelines for Best Management Practices for Construction and Maintenance Activities" will be applied for the removal of this bridge. 17 a~ ~. C O :w V ... .Q .~ D h 0 v M~ rr C~ a 0 a Ki a~ e~ H i ~ ~ ~ i ~"' "' ~ 0 0 0 F a~ N ~' O +~' ~ ~ a~ ~ N A Q G1 ~ O O O O `~ ~ 0 a H ~ ~" ° `r' ~ 0 0 0 ~ ~ H r-w es . , . A ° .. ~ o ~ ~ 0 0 0 F W ~ ~ c7 ~ O ~ ~ Q ~ O O O O r.+ r.r ~ ~ ~ o a H ~ °~ ~ o 0 0 8 H ~ ~ U ~ ~ L rl ~ ~ ^~" ~ V CJ ei ~ C7 ~ ~ ~ cd N .. ° ~' Q ¢~ ° b ~ ° .~ ti '~ a ~ ~ ~ ~ a, ~ o o I c ICI o Ey ~' ~ ~ N y ~ ~ (~ ~ ~ C7 ~ O O O O ~ ~o ~ a ~' s. ° G 0 0 0 0 H ~ o o O a~ M p •~ a> ++ f7 y ~ .b ~ ~ O O O ~~-+ ~ ~ d ~ a rx ~, ~s s. ° r.~ 0 0 0 0 8 H ~ ~ EI u ~ ~ ~ U ~. ~ ~ V ~ ~ U ...r a ~ a +~.+ ~ Q ~ ~ ~ ~ o ~ ~ b ~ .~ ... ~ ' a ti ~ ~ ~ ~ t 2. Permits Replacement of this bridge is anticipated to result in no impacts to waters of the United States, and will therefore not require a USACE permit or NCDWQ water quality certification. The Tar-Pamlico River Basin Rule applies to 50-foot wide riparian buffers directly adjacent to surface waters of the Tar-Pamlico River Basin. Alternate 4 is not anticipated to result in impacts to the riparian buffer. Impacts resulting from Alternates 1, 2, and 3 are considered to be Allowable. These impacts may proceed provided there are no practical alternatives. Implementation of Alternates 1, 2, or 3 will require written authorization from NCDWQ. 3. 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, and 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. Avoidance mitigation examines all appropriate and practicable possibilities of averting impacts to waters of the United States. According to a 1990 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the US 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. 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 to median widths, right-of--way widths, fill slopes, and/or road shoulder widths. All efforts will be made to decrease impacts to surface waters. 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 19 7 every permit action. In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0506(h), NCDWQ may require compensatory mitigation for projects with greater than or equal to 1 acre of impacts to jurisdictional wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total perennial .stream impacts. Furthermore, in accordance with 67 FR 2020, 2092; January 15, 2002, the USACE requires compensatory mitigation when necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. The size and type of the proposed project impact and the function and value of the impacted aquatic resource are factors considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable compensatory mitigation. 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, preservation and enhancement, and creation of waters of the United States. Such actions should be undertaken first in areas adjacent to or contiguous to the discharge site. Mitigation for Section 404 jurisdictional areas may not need to be proposed for this project due to the potentially limited nature of the project impacts. However, utilization of BMPs is recommended in an effort to minimize impacts. Temporary impacts to floodplains associated with construction activities could be mitigated by replanting disturbed areas with native riparian species and removal of temporary fill material upon project completion. A final determination regarding mitigation rests with the USACE and NCDWQ. No need for mitigation is anticipated due to riparian buffer impacts associated with Alternates 1, 2, and 3. Riparian buffers associated with Alternates 1 and 2 will be temporary. Following removal of the temporary structures, the riparian buffer will be restored to pre-project contours and replanted with native vegetation. Alternate 3 involves replacement of the bridge on new location. Implementation of this alternative will allow for removal of the pre-project bridge and approaches, restoration of the riparian buffer to natural contours, and replanting with native vegetation. F. Rare and Protected Species 1. Federal-Protected Species Species with the federal classification of Endangered (E) or Threatened (T), officially proposed (P) for such listing, or Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance (T S/A) are protected under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). The term "Endangered species" is defined as "any species which is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range", and the term "Threatened species" is defined as "any species .which is likely to become an Endangered species within the foreseeable future 20 throughout all or a significant portion of its range" (16 U.S.C. 1532). The term "Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance" is defined as a species which is not "Endangered" or "Threatened", but "closely resembles and Endangered or Threatened species" (16 U.S.C. 1532). Federal- protected species listed for Warren County (February 25, 2003 USFWS list) are listed in Table 4. Table 4: Federal-Protected Species Common Name Scientific Name Federal Status Biological Conclusion MAY AFFECT, NOT Dwarf Alasmidonta LIKELY TO ADVERSELY wedgemussel heterodon Endangered AFFECT MAY AFFECT, NOT Elliptio LIKELY TO ADVERSELY Tars inymussel steinstansana Endangered AFFECT Alasmidonta heterodon (Dwarf wedgemussel) Endangered Family: Unionidae Date Listed: March 14, 1990 The dwarf wedgemussel is relatively small, averaging 1 to 1.5 inches long. The shells are olive- green to dark brown in color and are subrhomboidally shaped. The shells of females are swollen posteriorly, while the shells of males are generally flattened (TSCFTM 1990). The preferred habitats are streams with moderate flow velocities and bottoms varying in texture from gravel and coarse sand to mud, especially just downstream of debris and on banks of accreting sediment. This species was previously known only from a few, disjunct populations in the Neuse River basin (Johnston County) and Tar River basin (Nash County). Statewide surveys conducted since 1992 have expanded this species' range in North Carolina. This species is now known from Neuse Basin in Orange, Wake, Johnston, and Nash Counties; and from Tar River Basin in Nash, Vance, Warren, Franklin, Halifax, and Nash Counties. BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: MAY AFFECT, NOT LIKELY TO ADVERSELY AFFECT NCNHP files have no documentation of this species within 1 mile of the project study area. Stream habitat within the western half of the project study area is characterized by moderate flow over acobble/gravel/mud substrate. Fishing Creek is a perennial meandering stream with the potential for riffle-pool structure and occasional sand-mud bars throughout its reach. These conditions provide suitable habitat for this species. A mussel survey was conducted on July 9, 21 2002 by NCDOT biologists. The survey found that dwarf wedgemussel does not occur in the vicinity of Bridge No. 20. Based on an NHP record search and habitat surveys conducted during field investigations, the project is not likely to adversely affect, the dwarf wedgemussel. Elliptio steinstansana (Tar spinymussel) Endangered Family: Unionidae Date Listed: June 27, 1985 The Tar spinymussel is a small, subrhomboidal mussel that grows to approximately 2.5 inches in length. The external shell of the adult is smooth, orange-brown to dark brown. and ornamented by one or two rows of short spines 0.2 inches long. The shell is thicker on the anterior end and thinner on the posterior end. Preferred habitat of the spinymussel includes relatively fast- flowing, well-oxygenated, circumneutral water over asilt-free, noncompacted, gravel/coarse sand substrate (TSCFTM 1990). BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: MAY AFFECT, NOT LIKELY TO ADVERSELY AFFECT NCNHP files have no documentation of this species within 1 mile of the project study area. Stream habitat within the eastern half of the project study area is characterized by relatively fast- flowing, well-oxygenated flow over acobble/gravel/sand substrate. Fishing Creek is a perennial meandering stream with the potential for riffle-pool structure and occasional sand-mud bars throughout its reach. These conditions provide suitable habitat for this species. A mussel survey was conducted on July 9, 2002 by NCDOT biologists. The survey found that Tar spinymussel does not occur in the vicinity of Bridge No. 20. Based on an NHP record search and habitat surveys conducted during field investigations, the project is not likely to adversely affect the Tar spinymussel In coordination between the USFWS, NCWRC and NCDOT, all agencies concurred with the "not likely to adversely affect" conclusion as long as the following conditions are adhered to by the contractor. These conditions should be followed in order to protect downstream populations of freshwater mussels on Fishing Creek and its tributaries: • There will be a moratorium on clearing and grubbing work between November 15 and April 1. • Weep holes shall be configured so that the run-off does not fall into the stream. • NCDOT resident engineer is responsible for providing a written invitation to visit the site to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, Non-game and Protected Species 22 Branch, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service prior to construction. • The erosion control plans for Protected Aquatic Species must be used. These plans include the following requirements: - Sediment and Erosion controls must be in place prior to land clearing activities. No sediment from either, bridge demolition or construction activities, shall be allowed to enter the flowing stream. - "Environmentally Sensitive Areas" will be defined on the plans, which consist of a 50-foot buffer zone on both sides of the stream. - The Contractor may perform clearing operations, but not grubbing operations in the "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", until immediately prior to beginning grading operations. - Once grading operations begin in "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", as specified on the plans, work will progress in a continuous manner until. complete. - Seeding and mulching will be performed immediately following final grade establishment. - Stage seeding will be performed on cut and fill slopes as grading progresses. Since the 2002 survey was completed, new protocols have been implemented. In addition, other mussel species have been documented downstream. For these reasons, NCDOT will complete a full mussel survey extending 100 meters upstream and 400 meters downstream prior to letting unless it is deternuned that no suitable habitat exists within the full range. 2. Federal Species of Concern The February 25, 2003 USFWS list (USFWS 2003) also includes a category of species designated as "Federal species of concern" (FSC). A species with this designation is one that may or may not be listed in the future (formerly C2 candidate species or species under consideration for listing for which there is insufficient information to support listing). The FSC designation provides no federal protection under the ESA for the species listed. FSC species listed for Warren County (USFWS 2003) are presented in Table 5. NCNHP files have no documentation of FSC species within the project study area or within 1 mile of the project study area. Several known populations of yellow lance (Elliptio lanceolata), which is a federal species of concern and is state endangered, are located at SR 1118, SR 1600, and at SR 1609 (August 1999 records). The SR 1118 yellow lance record is above the impounded reach of Fishing Creek. Project activities could potentially alter downstream habitat and promote "take" of freshwater mussels; thus, precautions must be taken to prevent harm to downstream populations. 23 ~ i Table 5. Federal Species of Concern Listed for Warren County Common Name Scientific Name Potential Habitat State Status* Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis Yes SC Heller's trefoil Lotus helleri Yes SR-T Pinewoods shiner Lythrurus matutinus Yes SR Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni Yes E Yellow lance Elliptio lanceolata I~To E E = Endangered; T =Threatened; SC =Special concern; SR =Significantly rare; -T = Throughout (Amoroso 2002; LeGrand and Hall 2001). 3. State-Protected Species Plant and animal species which are on the North Carolina state list as Endangered (E), Threatened (T), Special Concern (SC), Candidate (C), Significantly Rare (SR), or Proposed (P) (Amoroso 1999, 1,eGrand and Hall 1999) receive limited protection under the North Carolina Endangered Species Act (G.S. 113-331 et seq.) and the North Carolina Plant Protection Act of 1979 (G.S. 106-202 et seq.). NHP records indicate that no terrestrial or aquatic State-listed species have been documented within one (1) mile of the project corridor. The project corridor contains no rare or unique natural communities; however, the project corridor is upstream of a Significant Natural Heritage Area (SNHA) known as the Fishing Creek Aquatic Habitat (NHP 1999). The nearest portion of this SIV'HA is located approximately 12 miles downstream and carries a significance rating of B indicating ecological resources that are among the highest quality occurrences in North Carolina (NHP 1999). VI. CULTURAL RESOURCES A. Compliance Guidelines This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, and implemented by the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Section 106 requires Federal Agencies to take into account the effect of their undertakings (federally-funded, licensed, or permitted projects) on properties included in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and to afford the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation a reasonable opportunity to comment on such undertakings. 24 B. Historic Architecture Ko and Associates conducted a field survey of the APE on February 22, 2000. All structures within the APE were photographed and submitted for review. The findings of the survey were presented to an NCDOT architectural historian and the State Historic Preservation Office (HPO) on June 1, 2000. At that meeting it was determined that no properties, including Bridge No. 20, are considered eligible for the NRHP. A copy of the concurrence form is included in the Appendix. C. Archaeology In their October 18, 20001etter, the HPO stated "We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no properties of architectural, historic, or archaeological significance, which would be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as currently proposed." Given the limited scope of the project, no effects on archaeological sites are anticipated. VII. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS The project is expected to have an overall positive impact by replacing a potentially unsafe bridge. The project is considered a Federal "Categorical Exclusion" due to its limited scope and environmental consequences. The bridge replacement will not have an adverse effect on the quality of the human or natural environment with the use of current NCDOT standards and specifications. The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning regulations. No significant change in land use is expected to result from replacement of the bridge. The studied route does not contain any bicycle accommodations, nor is it a designated bicycle route; therefore, no bicycle accommodations have been included as part of this project. No adverse impact on families or communities is anticipated. No adverse effect on public facilities or services is anticipated. The project is not expected to adversely affect social, economic, or religious opportunities in the area. 25 The project will not impact any prime or important state farmland based on a review by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Additionally, no soils survey exists for the area. There are no publicly owned parks, recreational facilities, or wildlife and waterfowl refuges of National, state, or local significance in the vicinity of the project. Therefore, the proposed project will not require right-of--way acquisition or easement from land protected under Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966. The project is an air quality "neutral" project, so it is not required to be included in the regional emissions analysis and a project level CO analysis is not required. 40 CFR Part 51 is not applicable because the proposed project is located in an attainment area. If vegetation or wood debris is disposed of by open burning, it shall be done in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations, the North Carolina State Implementation Plan (SIP) for air quality in compliance with 15 NCAC 2D.0520 and the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments, and the National Environmental Policy Act. Traffic volumes will not increase or decrease due to the replacement of this bridge. The noise levels will increase during the construction period, but will only be temporary. This evaluation completes the assessment requirements for highway traffic noise of Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 772 and for air quality (1990 Clean Air Act Amendments and the National Environmental Policy Act) and no additional reports are required. An examination of records at the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Waste Management revealed no leaking underground storage tanks or hazardous waste sites in the project area. Warren County is a participant in the National Flood Insurance Regular Program. This crossing of Fishing Creek is located in a designated flood hazard zone, but is not included in a detailed flood study. The existing upstream floodplain is rural, wooded or agricultural, and there are no buildings in the project vicinity with floor elevation below the 100-year level. The proposed bridge replacement will provide equivalent or improved conveyance compared to that of the existing bridge; therefore, the project will not have any significant adverse impact on the existing floodplain or on the associated flood hazard to the adjacent properties and buildings. In compliance with Executive Order 12898 (Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low Income Populations) a review was conducted to determine whether minority or low-income populations were receiving disproportionately high and adverse human health and environmental impacts as a result of this project. The investigation determined the project would not disproportionately impact any minority or low-income populations. 26 On the basis of the above discussion, it is concluded that no significant adverse environmental effects will result from implementation of the project. VIII. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT Ko and Associates developed a "start of study" letter describing the study alternates which was mailed to local officials and agencies. Also, a newsletter was developed that was mailed to local property owners as determined from property tax records. Citizen Informational Workshops were held on January 10, 2001 and March 7, 2005 at the Duke Green House in Soul City. Four residents attended the 2001 meeting. One person supported realigning the roadway approaches to the bridge as a better route for logging trucks. A resident preferred Alternate 1, and another supported replacement of the bridge without road closure during the construction period. Fifteen people attended the 2005 meeting. It was noted that Warren County's Economic Development Commission is planning amulti-county industrial development near Soul City and supports an improved bridge and roadway. A representative from the County Emergency Management Services agency commented that the Soul City Volunteer Fire Department would be delayed by an off-site detour. A neighboring landowner supports anoff-site detour (Alternate 4) to minimize damages to his property. Several residents asked for logging trucks to be prohibited from this highway and routed on nearby roads. Another resident suggested adding a sidewalk to one side of the bridge. Others did not want the road to be closed during construction due to longer trips, higher gas prices, and potential delays for emergency vehicles. IX. AGENCY COORDINATION Letters requesting comments and environmental input were sent to the following agencies: US Army Corps of Engineers- Wilmington District US Fish and Wildlife Service* US Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service* US Geological Survey State Clearinghouse NC Department of Cultural Resources* NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources* NC Wildlife Resources Commission NC Division of Water Quality NC Natural Heritage Program County Manager, Warren County 27 Chairman, Warren County Commissioners Superintendent, Warren County SchoolsX Coordinator, Warren County EMS Sheriff, Warren County President, Warren County Fireman's Association* Asterisks (*) indicates agencies from which written comments were received. The comments are included in the appendix of this report. 28 ~: REFERENCES Amoroso, J.L. (ed.). 2002. Natural Heritage Program List of the Rare Plant Species of North Carolina. 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ANALTB(8 >dRANf~ ~~ ~. n d~~ BRIDGE N0. 20 SR 1100 OVER FISHING CREEK WARREN COUNTY B-3706 VICINITY MAP ° ~ ? s FIGURE I GRAPHIC SCALE (MILES) ~. .- ~;a ' 1 - ~ ~i F ,1 y4 }, '= F ~ T 4 s~, ~ ~, i ,~ 3r ~ .a,.~r tit ~<~~ k 3"'. ~ -E ~ 'Ir y~ ,.wy.~ Fl. .. ..~ w. •-+vey,~ ~ii ~f ~: ~~ ~i ? ~ 1 -~ ~~~~ .~ ~ . , -,~fs;~~~~~ 1 3 ~~ - l R~ 1 ..~ _~ -- _. 1 ~- ~" ±, .~~~" ~'-~ ~ ~~ r PROPOSED DESIGN CRITERIA REPLACE BRIDGE N0. 20 ON SR 1100 OVER FISHING CREEK WARREN COUNTY B-3706 FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: RURAL LOCAL POSTED SPEED: 55 MPH ESTIMATED ADT: 2005 ADT = 2025 ADT = TTST = DUAL = DHV = DIR = 800 1,400 2% 3% 10% 60% DESIGN SPEED: 60 MPH MAXIMUM RATE OF SUPERELEVATION: 0.06 fit/ft MAXIMUM DEGREE OF CURVE:4°I5' NO SPIRALS MAXIMUM GRADE: 6% MINIMUM DESIRABLE K FACTORS: Ksag = 136 Kcrest = 151 SHOULDER WIDTH & TYPE :6.0 ft GRASSED (9.Oft WITH GUARDRAIL) LANE WIDTHS: II.O fit BRIDGE DECK WIDTH: 28.Oft CLEAR 8' MIN. 6' 12' DES. 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DATE: 2-06 PROPOSED DETOUR CRITERIA REPLACE BRIDGE N0. 20 ON SR 1100 OVER FISHING CREEK WARREN COUNTY B-3706 FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: RURAL LOCAL POSTED SPEED: 55 MPH ESTIMATED ADT: 2005 ADT = 2025 ADT = TTST = DUAL = DHV = DIR = 800 1,400 2% 3% 10% 60% DESIGN SPEED: 45 MPH MAXIMUM RATE OF SUPERELEVATION: 0.06 ft/ft MAXIMUM DEGREE OF CURVE: B°45' NO SPIRALS MAXIMUM GRADE: 9% MINIMUM DESIRABLE K FACTORS: Ksag = 79 Kcrest = 61 SHOULDER WIDTH & TYPE : 4.0 ft GRASSED t6.Oft WITH GUARDRAIL) LANE WIDTHS: 10.0 ft BRIDGE DECK WIDTH: 24.Oft CLEAR 2' 4' 10' ~ 10' ~' 4' ~ ~ PO NT 3:t .02 ~ .02 ?:i ~6' WITH GUARDRAIL DETOUR APPROACH ROADWAY TYPICAL SECTION ~d- ~ -~ DETOUR BRIDGE TYPICAL SECTION 2' I o' ' I o' 2' GRADE i POINT ~ .oz .02 u .oz i .02 n FIGURE 7B DOTE: IORIZONTAL & VERTICAL DESIGN PREPARED BY: KO & ASSOC. DATE: 2'06 ~ i r Agency Comments on Survey Results for Tar Spinymussel and Dwarf Wedgemussel Source: January 30, 2003 Memorandum from Jared Gray to Teresa Hart of NCDOT Judith Johnson, with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, concurred with the "not likely to adversely affect" conclusion on January 29, 2003 as long as the following conditions are adhered to by the contractor (per e-mail, January 29, 2003). These conditions should be followed in order to protect downstream populations of freshwater mussels on Fishing Creek and its tributaries. As long as the conditions are followed, it can be concluded that project construction is "not likely to adversely affect" these species. Environmental Conditions: 1. There will be a moratorium on clearing and grubbing-no work between November 15 and April 1 2. Weep holes shall be configured so that the run-off does not fall into the stream. 3. NCDOT resident engineer is responsible or providing a written invitation to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, Non-game and Protected Species Branch, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service prior to construction. 4. The erosion control plans for Protected Aquatic Species must be used. These plans include the following requirements: • Sediment and Erosion controls must be in place prior to land clearing activities. No sediment from either, bridge demolition or construction activities, shall be allowed to enter the flowing stream. • "Environmentally Sensitive Areas" will be defined on the plans, which consist of a 50- foot buffer zone on both sides of the stream. • The Eorntractor may perform clearing operations, but not grubbing operations in the "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", until immediately prior to beginning grading operations. • Once grading operations begin in "Environmentally Sensitive Areas", as specified on the plans, work will progress in a continuous manner until complete. • Seeding and mulching will be performed immediately following final grade establishment. • Stage seeding will be performed on cut and fill slopes as grading progresses i ~ LJ~it~d states D~partll~~ll~t ®f ~ Il~~~»~r FISH AID WILDLIiF)E 5)~RVICIu Raleigh Fietd Ofllcr Pose Otitee Box 53726 Raleigh, Noah Carolina 47636.3726 March l , 2004 F3rett i~eulner Nortl, Carolilia Depal~ment of Tra~~sportat.ion Project Development and Environmental Analysis 545 Mail Service Ccntcr Raleigh_ North Carolina 276<)~)-154H Dear Mr. I°eulner: This letter is in response to your letter of February 5, 2004 which provided the I7.S_ Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) with the biological conclusion of the North C'aroli.lla Department of Transportation {NCDOT) that the replacement of Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over Fishing C'rcck in Wan-en County (TTP No. B-3706) may affect, but is not likely to adversely affect the federally-endangered dwarl'wcdgemtissel (.llusmiclantu heterndnn) anti the Tar spinytnussel (Ellrpaly srerrrst~l,zscrnit). Thcsc comments are provided in a.ccordauce with section 7 of the 1/nd~~lgered Species Act (F,SA) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543). llccording, to the information you submitted, a masse] survey was conducted al the project Site nn July 9, 2002. Tl,e survey extended 350 feet upst.reasn and 3S0 feet downslrcatn of SR 11.00. No mussels were observed. Your letter indicates that historic channeli~ati.ou has unpacted tlv.s reach ol~Fishing Creek. NCDOT ha.s agreed to several environmental commit~-nents rccolntnended by tl~e North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC} which would n,inimi?e impacts to downstream mussel resources. Please Holt: that the; Service generally regtrires that aquatic s~n-veys extend 100 meters upstream and 40U meters do~nnlstreani of the project limits. However, given the Tact that no mussels of any spec-its wcri observed in the area. that was surveyed, the Service will not request an additional survey at this time. t3ased ola the i~.~forliiation provided and other information available, the Service concurs with your conclusion that the proposed h~idge replacement may affect, but is not likely to adversely aCCcct the dwarCwedberntlssel and Tar spiny7rilssel, We believe that the requirements of section ? (a)(2) of the LSA have been satisfied. We remind you that obligations under section 7 consrrllation must be reconsidered if: (1) new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered in this review; (2) ibis action is subsequently modified in. a niatuier that was not considered in this rcvic.u-; or {3 }anew species is listed or critical habitat determines;, that maybe a.ffectcd by this iden~itied action. u Ln fimarc requests for concurrence, the Service requests that additional information be provided to support your conclusions. The actual survey reports, not just ~- summary of a report, should be included with your request. A copy of aaiy referenced document or co;z-eshondence (e.g. the .Tanulry 29, 2003 email correspondel~ce wit11 the NCWRC) should be; ineltEded_ A map of the project site would help facilitate our review. Also, for bridge projects, information on whether a. streas~l will be completely spanned or will require in-channel bents would be most helpful. The Service: appreciates the opportunity to review this project. IC you have any questions regarding our response, please contact Mr. Gary Jordan at (919) 85fi-4520 (Ext. 32). Sincerely, ~~~, r~ /Garland ]3. Pardue, Ph.D. Ecological Services Supervisor cc: Eric Als~r~eyer, USAGE, Raleigh, NC John Hennessy, NCDWQ, Raleigh, NC Kravis Wilson, NCWRC, Creedmoor, NC Chris Militscher, USEPA, Raleigh, NC . a ~dy n ~ ~ United States Department of the Interior FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE Raleigh Field Office Post Office Box 33726 Raleigh, North Carolina 276363726 November 1, 2000 Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager NCDOT Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch 1548 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1548 Dear Mr. Gilmore: _ Thank you for your August 15, 2000 request for information from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) on the potential environmental impacts of proposed bridge replacements in Warren County, North Carolina. This report provides scoping information and is provided in accordance with provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (FWCA) (16 U.S.C. 661- 667d) and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531- 1543). This report also serves as initial scoping comments to federal and state resource agencies for use in their permitting and/or certification processes for this project. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace the following bridge structures: 1. B-3706 Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over. Fishing Creek, and 2. B-3707 Bridge No. 67 on SR 1507 over Reedy Pond Creek. The following recommendations are provided to assist you in your planning process and to facilitate a thorough and timely review of the project. Generally, the Service recommends that wetland impacts be avoided and minimized to the maximum extent.practical as outlined in Section 404 (b)(1) of the Clean Water Act Amendments of 1977. In regard to avoidance and minimization of impacts, we recommend that proposed highway projects be aligned along or adjacent to existing roadways, utility comdors, or previously developed areas in order to minimize habitat fragmentation and encroachment. Areas exhibiting high biodiversity or ecological value important to the watershed and region should be avoided. Crossings of streams and associated wetland. systems should use existing crossings. and/or occur on a structure wherever feasible. Where bridging is not feasible, culvert structures that maintain natural water flows and hydraulic regimes without scouring, or impeding fish and wildlife passage, should be employed. Highway shoulder and median widths should be reduced through wetland areas. Roadway embankments and fill areas should be stabilized by using t F'j ~ appropriate erosion control devices and techniques. Wherever appropnate, construction m sensitive areas should occur outside fish spawning and migratory bird nesting seasons. The National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) maps of the Middleburg and Inez 7.5 Minute Quadrangles show wetland resources in the specific work areas. However, while the NWI maps are useful for providing an overview of a given area, they should not be relied upon in lieu of a detailed wetland delineation by trained personnel using an acceptable wetland classification methodology. Therefore, in addition to the above guidance, we recommend that the environmental documentation for this project include the following in sufficient detail to facilitate a thorough review of the action. The extent and acreage of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, that are to be impacted by filling, dredging, clearing, ditching, or draining. Acres of wetland impact should be differentiated by habitat type based on the wetland classification scheme of the National Wetlands Inventory. Wetland boundaries should be determined by using the 1987 .o s of Fns PPr~ Wetlands Delineation Manual and verified by the U.S. Army_ Corps of Engineers (Corps). 2. If unavoidable wetland impacts are proposed, we recommend that every effort be made to identify compensatory mitigation sites in advance. Project planning should include a detailed compensatory mitigation plan for offsetting unavoidable wetland impacts. Opportunities to protect mitigation areas in perpetuity, preferably via conservation easement, should be explored at the outset. The document presents a number of scenarios for replacing each bridge, ranging from in-place to relocation, with on-site and off-site detours. The Service recommends that each bridge be replaced on the existing alignment with an off-site detour. The enclosed list identifies the federally-listed endangered and threatened species, and Federal Species of Concern (FSC) that are known to occur in Warren County. The Service recommends that habitat requirements for the listed species be compared with the available habitats at the respective project sites. If suitable habitat is present within the action area of the project, biological surveys for the listed species should be performed. Environmental documentation that includes survey methodologies, results, and NCDOT's recommendations based on those results, should be provided to this office for review and comment. FSC's are those plant and animal species for which the Service remains concerned, but further biological research and field study are needed to resolve the conservation status of these taxa. Although FSC's receive no statutory protection under the ESA, we would encourage the NCDOT to be alert to their potential presence, and to make every reasonable effort to conserve them if found. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program should be contacted for information on species under state protection. ~ b ~ The Service appreciates the opportunity to comment on this project. Please continue to advise us during the progression of the planning, process, including your official determination of the impacts of this project. If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact Tom McCartney at 919-856-4520, ext. 32. Sincerely, . Garland B. Pardue Ecological Services Supervisor Enclosures cc: COE, Raleigh, NC (Eric Alsmeyer) NCDWQ, Raleigh, NC (John Hennessy) NCDNR, Northside, NC (David Cox) FWS/R4:TMcCartney:TM:10/31/00:919/856-4520 extension 32:\Zbrdgwar.ren ~ . COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME STATUS wAxE coUNTY Vertebrates Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis FSC Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Threatened Southern hognose snake Heterodon simus FSC* Southeastern myotis Myotis austroriparius FSC Red-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis Endangered Invertebrates Dwarf wedge mussel Alasmidonta heterodon Endangered Yellow lance Elliptio lanceolata FSC Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia ma.roni FSC Green floater Lasmigona subviridus ~ FSC Diana fritillary butterfly Speyeria Jana _FSC* Vascular Plants Sweet pinesap Monotropsis odorata FSC Michaux's sumac Rhus michauxii Endangered Carolina least trillium Trillium pusillum var. pusillum FSC WARREN COUNTY Vertebrates Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis FSC Invertebrates Dwarf wedge mussel Alasmidonta heterodon Endangered Yellow lance Elliptio lanceolata FSC Tar spinymussel Elliptio steinstansana Endangered Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni FSC Vascular Plants Heller's trefoil Lotus helleri FSC WASHINGTON COUNTY Vertebrates Red wolf Canis rufus Ems' Rafinesque's big-eared bat Corynorhinus (=Plecotus) rafinesquii FSC Waccamaw killifish Fundulus waccamawensis FSC Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Threatened Januarv l5. 1999 Page 45 of 49 ~ i s +U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 19Bd-d 51-15911324 U.S. Department of Agriculture FARMLAND CONVERSION IMPACT RATING PART I (TQ be comp/eted by Federal Agency) Date Of Land Evaluation Request t ~,~_ 2 ~ y bQ Name Of Project ~y /~~~ ~f Federal Agency Involved ~ 1 I j; C ~~ x ` I-{ ,C~ Proposed Land Use ~r~d ~~ Qe` .County And State c~re'en rs• C. . PART I I (To be completed by SCS) ._ ' :.;art„ ,~, Date Request Received Ey SCS -` -~y, ': -~ _ _~~: ~~~:.ti/"'c""-, Does the site contain prime, unique, statewide or local important farmland? :' Ye~ No. (lf no, the FPPA.-does nor apply - do not complete additional parts of_this form) . ,_p , ~ ~_ Acres ITngated - '~ Average Farm Slze ~ __ :Major Crop(s1 _ - .Formable Land-In Gavt`Junsdict~on ~x;.~ ~~'~ .. ~ n :-Acres: s ~ .,, '~ ,~ ~5 ~~ h Y AmouniOf Farmland As Defiried~n FPPA ~ Acres ~ 1 y j _ - ~ ~ .z , Name Of Land Evaluation System Used Name Of Local Site /assessment System ., i Date nd valuation Return ey SCS ~ ~b PART III l b l F Alternative Site Ratin eted y edera (To be comp Agency) Site /K ' Site. Site E'~ Site A. Total Acres To Be Converted Directly ~ , r] ~,4.'] L~, 2 ~ 'l B. Total Acres To Be Converted Indirectly C. Total Acres In Site ~.4 ~ f ~ -] ,'2 ~ 1.47 PART IV jTo be completed by SCS) Land Evaluation lnformatfon ~'. ~~°Y~ .?lam. ._ l: i y ~ ~' ~ Ti. '}-..~~. . _.~ ~r~:~ ,~ .:~ .1 .:.. '~~ ~ ~ -. 1.:.h) Y• A. _Total'Actea Prime-Ar-d Unique Farmland. » ~' YHT~ r'f ~ )'~, -.yam: ti a 'S - ..~~'F S~~.~r B. Total Acres Statewide And Local Important Farmland E,>i} ~ ;' , : ~` ~ -: ~ = ~ •- C. Percentage Of Farmland In County Or Local Govt. Unit To Be Converted ~ =~ ; '~ :` `~ ~ ' ~ z~ ~-_ ', - D. Percentage Of Farmland In Govt. Jurisdiction With Same Or Higfier Relative:Value ~ `~' ` - _ .'ART V (To be completed by SCS) Land.Evaluation Criterion __ , .~ :.; ,, ~l~elative Value Of Farmland To Be Coriverted (Sca/eofOto f00Points) ` :'. ;,~~ , :~ ~ ..,r '. _ _ ~: ~ _ - +~`~. PART VI (To be completed by Federal Agency) Site Assessment Criteria (These criteria are explained in 7 CFR 658-5(bl Maximum Points 1. Area In Nonurban Use ! l5 I I 1 2. Perimeter In Nonurban Use (Q I ~ l C~ i O ! C7 3. Percent Of Site Being Farmed 2D . 2 2 2 2, 4. Protection Provided By State And Local Government 20 C,~' G"~ O O 5. Distance From Urban Builtup Area ~S S, . S 5 sj 6. Distance To Urban Support Services I n ~ ~ p 7. Size Of Present Farm Unit Compared To Average Itj 5 Cj 8. Creation Of Nonfarmable Farmland IQ (~ Q O p 9. Availability Of Farm Support Services cj rj S 10. On-Farm Investments p ~j O G' 11. Effects Of Conversion On Farm Support Services ~p D ~ D r_7 1 Z- Compatibility With Existin A ricultural Use ! D O O O TOTAL SITE ASSESSMENT POINTS 160 42 ~ Z 42 PART VI I (To be completed by Federal Agency) Relative Value Of Farmland (From Part VJ 100 Total Site Assessment (From Part V/ above or a Iota! site assessment) 160 q-Z ~ 2 gg 4,L 4Z TOTAL POINTS (Total of above 2linesJ I 260 I I ~ ( __ vvas ,v vocal site .vssessment useor tie ;,elected: Date Of Selec~ion Yes L7 No Reason For Selection: ~ No So~~ 5u.~~ e.n~'~ ~~' o,^reo` . G~a,~e-es cyv-2 c. a~•reo~ ~s Gneu3ae~a sti- v.1 clnaa ~.ec S ~ ~ ~S , ~-e. ~e\e,~~ "-~- Val,\u e w o v~.~\\ b ~ ~ 0 uJ . `.j~,e se Sti•~S q'~`2. Y1 e~ ~ i w1C r ~e~~ V~ r \^e S,,i pY'b~~c.l ~~,,,. `Ci~thJ~ri ~ * ~ ,,, ST~Tt ,,.~ ~ ~ - t'~ i i- ~ ~ I North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources State Historic Preservation Office David L. S. Brook, Administrator James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Betty Ray McCain, Secretary October 18, 2000 MEMORANDUM To: Willianl D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager Project Development & Environmental Analysis Branch From: David Brook CS_ "V. ~ `'"'v '~ Deputy State Hlstonc Preservation Officer Division of Archives and History Jeffrey'J-: Crow,,Director ,~ .. ;'~ ^" +~ ` y GPI ~_ ,) - 7 ~_ r1 ,~ -. 'e ,:,7~- -. . ~r. ~: Re: B-3706, Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over Fishing Creek. Warren County, ER 01-7361 Thank you for your memorandum of August 15, 2000, concerning the above project. We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no properties of architectural, historic, or archaeological significance, which would be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as currently proposed. The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, Environmental Review Coordinator, at 919/733-4763. DB:kgc cc: Mary Pope Furr, NC DOT T. Padgett, NC DOT Location Mailing Address Telephone/Fax ADMINISTRATION 507 N. Blount St., Raleigh NC 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC ?7699-4617 (9191 733-4763 T3-S6~3 .o~u~Fnr nr.v 421 N. Blount St., Raleigh NC 4619 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-46(9 (9l9) 733-7342 715-?6?1 r ~ Federal ,-lid #BRZ-1100(8) TIP #B-3706 Counn~: Warren CONCURRENCE FORM FOR PROPERTIES NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Project Descr•iptlon: Replace Bridge No. 20 on SR 1 100 over Fishing Creek On June 1, ?000, representatives of the ~/ North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) /North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) Reviewed the subject project at a scoping meeting photograph review session/consultation other All parties present agreed Q/ there are no properties over fifty years old within the project's area of potential effect. ~~~ there are no properties less than fifty years old which are considered to meet Criterion Consideration G within the project's area of potential effect. there are properties over fifty years old (list attached) within the project's area of potential effect, but based on the historical information available and the photographs of each property, properties identified as are considered not eligible for the National Register and no further evaluation of them is necessary. there are no National Register-listed properties located within the project's area of potential effect. Signed: Representative; N DOT Date FHWA, for the Division Administrator, or other Federal Agency Date ~~~ Re e ative, SHPO Date State Historic Preservation Officer • If a survey report is prepared, a final copy. of this form and the attached list will be included. r ~ :iS +rt E .- ~ _ x~`~ ti:T ':~ ~/ \,~J\ ~~~ r ~~~~ ~;~ DIVISION OF SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION •~~ MEMORANDUM: TO: FROM: Melba McGee NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTt.1ENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES <~ ~ '`L w ;~ J ~`'sn ~ / p `^ ... ~^ - - ~: _ ~ _. ~ /~ Aug ,> - ;- ~f~ '+~ V ~ ''h w a David Hamson`%i~ ~~~~~ :.~a~ ~, 21, 2000 SUBJECT: NCDOT Bridge Replacement Projects B-3500 (Person County); B- 3654 and B-3655 (Harnett County); and B-3706 and B-3707 (Warren County). If additional land is needed beyond the existing right-of=waytthe environmental assessment should include information on adverse impacts to Prime or Statewide Important Farmland. The definition of Prime or Statewide Important Farmland is based on the soil series and not on its current land use. Areas that are developed or are within municipal boundaries are exempt from consideration as Prime or Important Farmland. For additional information, contact the soils specialists with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, USDA, Raleigh, NC at (919) 873-2141. Cc: William D. Gilmore ~, - 1(.tA M~rr Crotrr r-c r'crr-ro Onr rr~u •r"...... .-.~_. ..._ ..~.~.... .,~. r • ~ y;~ ~.r ~ TransDOrtation Services Joseph Mustia.n, Director Warren County Schools Wendy Yoang, Supervisor 109 Cousin Lucy's Lane Post Office Box 110 Warrenton, North Carolina 27589 Phone (252)257-3184 Fax (252)257-5357 September 27, 2000 William D. Gilmore, P. E., Manager NC Dept. of Transportation Project Development and Environmental Analysis 1548 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1548 Dear Mr. Gilmore: RE~E/~i F~ DST m ~ ,~ 2~p0 C~i,;•~ _~ ~ ..; P , '~: , 1'= ~ ~ , ~ ~~'t`f ° LY 5`g g This is in regard to your letter dated August 15, 2000 concerning B-3706, Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over Fishing Creek and B-3707, Bridge No. 67 on SR 1507 over Reedy Pond Creek. We have three buses that cross B-3706, Bridge No. 20, a total of seven times per day with an average of 24 students per trip. On B-3707, Bridge No. 67, we have four buses that cross the bridge with an average of 5 students per trip. If I can be of any assistance, please give me a call at (252) 257-3 860. Sincerely, __.~-~- ~,.~~-- Joseph Mustian ~ r r warren ~'ounty Sohool bus Garage 1311 warren ~Cains 12oac~ ~arrentor~ ~1/~C 2 T.589 Wendy Young (252) Z57-3860 Transportation Supervisor Fax (252) 257-4452 .July 7, 2004 Gregory J. Thorpe, PhD_ Environmental Management Director NC Department of Transportation 1548 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1548 Dear Mr. Thorpe: This letter is in regard to Warren County B-3706, Replacement of Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over Fishing Creek. We had three buses that used that route last year. The bus routes for this year have not been confirmed yet. If the bridge is closed we will need to re-route our buses. It would be helpful if we could know well in advance of the closing. This would give us time to contact parents before re-routing the school buses. If we knew far enough in advance we could start the year by not routing any buses over that bridge. As with all bridge closings, we would need places far our buses to turn around. We could best determine if we would need a turn around on one side or on both sides of the bridge closer to the closing date. The turn around places would be based on where we are picking up students at that time. Thank you for your interest in the safety of our students. Sincerely, Wendy Young ~ w .r-, ~ ~~ P. O. BOX 563 August 17, 2000 William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch NC Department of Transportation 1548 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1548 :~!Se' <. ~°` . ~~ Subject: Warren County B-3706, Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over Fishing Creek B-3707, Bridge No. 67 on SR 1507 over Reedy Pond Creek Dear Mr. Gilmore: Thank you for requesting my comments regarding these projects. I feel only capable of speaking to the potential irnpacts to Emergency Response Units. There are no permits and/or approvals required by this Association. B-3706 This area is served by the Soul City Volunteer Fire Department, Warren County EMS and the Warren County Sheriff Department. Your description indicates that you do not plan to give much consideration to road closure to through traffic during the construction of the replacement structure. If that is the case, there will be no impact to the emergency service organizations. If you desire to change that line of thought, notification to these agencies prior to beginning construction would prove very necessary. The most effected agency due to road closure would be the Soul City Fire Department. If could delay their response in that azea in two ways. ^ Delay volunteer firefighters', which would normally travel that route, arrival time at the fire station. ^ Delay responding fire apparatus which would have to travel an alternate route of approximately five additional miles to serve areas of their response district. With these cod;ideratioiis in r-dnd, i recorrriend that you f:,11ow the alterriati;~es you.ont?ined_fcr study. Also, please note that there are regional water system transmission lines on the east and west sides of the current bridge. B-3707 This area is served by the Warrenton Rural Vol. Fire Department, Arcola Vol. Fire Department and Macon Rural Vol. Fire Department, Warren County EMS and the Warren County Sheriff Department. I feel that with prior construction notice to Warren County's Telecommunication Center in the Warren County Sheriff Department, all these agencies can work with any of your alternatives, including anoff-site detour route and the closure of the road to through traffic. If you have any further questions which you would like far me to address or you wish to discuss any of the above comments, please feel free to contact me, 252-257-3104 or wia@gloryroad.net. Sincerel , ~~ Walter M. Gardner, Jr. President FOUNDED 1981 WARREN COUNTY FIREIs'IEN'S ASSOCIATION, INC. ~ ~ ~~0f yORTN 0490 y `; REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE NO. 20 o =, ON SR 1100 OVER FISHING CREEK IN WARREN COUNTY q ~O Y P TIP NO. B-3706 O~ ~~OF TAANSP September 2000 NEWSLETTER Number 1 The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace Bridge No. 20 on SR 1100 over Fishing Creek in Warren County (see attached map). The bridge replacement is necessary to maintain the safety of those traveling this route as the existing structure is nearing the end of its useful life. For approximately the next six months, the NCDOT will be conducting engineering and environmental studies to determine the most economical and environmentally sound alternative for replacing the existing bridge. Two alternates are under consideration. These include (1) replacing the bridge at its existing location while utilizing a temporary, on-site detour and (2) replacing the bridge at its existing location while closing the roadway utilizing an off-site detour (i.e., detouring traffic on other roadways) during construction of the new structure. If an off-site detour is utilized as the preferred alternate, the roadway will be closed to traffic for approximately one year. The current schedule in the NCDOT's Draft 2002- 2008 Transportation Improvement Program is for right of way acquisition to begin in fiscal year 2002 and for construction to begin in fiscal year 2003. Please note that this schedule is subject to change. The NCDOT does not plan to conduct a Citizens Informational Workshop for this project. Please consider how the proposed alternates may affect you and use this opportunity to express any comments and concerns you might have relative to the general alternates expressed above. The NCDOT has engaged the private engineering firm of Ko and Associates, P. C., to conduct the study. The results of the study will be used by NCDOT to select a preferred alternate to replace Bridge No. 20 that minimizes impacts to both man- made and natural resources, while meeting the public's transportation needs at a reasonable cost. If you have questions concerning other transportation projecfs, please call our Customer Service Office toll free at 1-877-DOT-4YOU or check our website for more information at www. dot. state. nc. us PLEASE ADDRESS COMMENTS OR CONCERNS TO EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING: Mr. L. Jack Ward, P. E. Project Manager Ko & Associates, P. C. 1011 Schaub Drive, Suite 202 Raleigh, NC 27606 Telephone 919-851-6066 extension 107 E-mail jward@koassociates.com Mr. Drew Joyner, P. E. Project Engineer NCDOT - PDEA 1548 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1548 Telephone 919-733-7844 extension 269 E-mail djoyner@dot.state.nc.us ON SR 1100 LOOKING NORTH PROFILE OF BRIDGE N0.20 r r r Mr. Jack Ward, P.E. Project Manager Ko & Associates, P.C. 1011 Schaub Drive, Suite 202 Raleigh, NC 27606 r d1,a SfA7F ,~3` ~6~ ~C .~~~. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTIVIENT OF TRANSPORTATION MICHAEL F. EASLEY GOVERNOR February 21, 2005 LYNDO TIPPETT SECRETARY NOTICE OF A CITIZENS INFORMATIONAL WORKSHOP FOR THE PROPOSED REPLACEMENT OF BRIDGE NO. 20 OVER FISHING CREEK ON SATTERWHITE ROAD (SR 1100) NEAR SOUL CITY WBS No. 33246.1.1 B-3706 Warren County The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold the above Citizens Informational Workshop on Monday, March 7, 2005 between the hours of 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Green Duke House, 119 Green Duke Drive, Soul City. The purpose of this workshop is for NCDOT representatives to provide information, answer questions, and accept written comments regarding this project. NCDOT proposes to replace the bridge on Satterwhite Road (SR 1100) over Fishing Creek with a new structure. Four alternatives for replacing the bridge will be presented at the workshop. During construction, traffic would be maintained by either using the existing bridge, or a temporary structure as a detour on either the east or west side of the existing bridge, or by closing and routing traffic to other local roads. It is anticipated that right of way will be required for this project. Representatives from NCDOT will be available to provide information, answer questions and accept written comments from the public about the proposed project. Anyone desiring additional information may contact Michael Penney, 1548 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1548, or by phone at (919) 733-7844 ext. 260, fax at (919) 733-9794, or E-mail at m enney(cr~,dot.state.nc.us. NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services for disabled persons who wish to participate in this workshop, to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request special assistance; please contact Mr. Penney as early as possible so that arrangements can be made. MAILING ADDRESS: NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER RALEIGH NC 27699-1548 TELEPHONE: 919-733-3141 FAX: 919-733-9794 WEBSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG LOCATION: TRANSPORTATION BUILDING 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON ST. RALEIGH NC ~. ~ P Re: TIP Comments Form: B-3706 Subject: IZe: TIP Comments Form: Jg-3706 Date: Fri, 11 Mar 2005 08:40:46 -0500 From: Ray McIntyre <rmcintyre@dot.state.nc.us> Organization: North Carolina Department of Transportation To: Mike Penney <mpenney@dot.state.nc.us> Good Morning, Thank you for your comments and concerns. I am forwarding this email to Mr. Mike Penney, Project Planning Engineer for this project to make him aware of your concerns and questions. Thanks. "Dr.S.C. McKissick-Melton\" \"" wrote: TIP Number: ryB-3706...,...._..... County(ies Warren Comment:* Please be sure #o fill in the comment box. ~~<b>I recently attended 'the informational workshop for replacemnt of Bridge 20 on SSR1100 over Fishing .Creek. I have been a resident of Warren County for more t thirty years Email A__ddress:* __ _ ... ._ _...,_~__~.r.~:r~,.:..:,:.~~.~,r,~.' scmckissick@aol. com~ ~~~~~~~~~~~ Name:* __.~_~... ..............,r_~......~,..._......r.,.~..~....~,..,t,...~.R~~.- ~Dr.S.C.~,McKissick-Melton Street Address:*_ 489 Liberation Rd~.~~~~~~.'....w.....~.~.:.~......,_.....~.~w.,.f City:* State:* Zip:* ... ~... (Manson Ray McIntyre <rmcintyre@dot.state.nc.us> TIP Coordinator -Eastern Region TIP Development,Program Development Branch,Planning and Environment _ _T ~~ ~ <b>I recently attended the informational workshop for replacemnt of Bridge 20 on SRl 100 over Fishing Creek. I have been a resident of Warren County for more than thirty years and own a home less than a mile from the bridge in questions. I have several concerns in relationship to closing the bridge,alternate 4. I will assume this may be the option chosen because all other options cost almost twice the amount. My concerns fall in three areas; 1) public safety 2) gasoline prices 3) postal service. I have grave concerns that those most affected by the closing of this bridge are poor and minority persons and the closing of this bridge even for 6-9 months will cause undue hardship to those who can least afford this major inconvience. Will EMS and fire be able to adequately respond when the detour provided by NCDOT will be up to TEN miles each way? Would this not cause the loss of life due to an untimely response by EMS or fire? To my knowledge most of the persons on that side of the bridge receive there mail at a PO box in Manson not Ridgeway or Norlina. To travel over 20 miles daily to receive mail would be a serious problem especially in a county that is near the top of the list of Unemployement in our state. Lasty, the cost of gasoline is already starting to rise again and there are predictions it will increase by up to 25 cents per gallon within the next 60days. With this project slated by approximatley 2007 there is now telling how much gasoline will cost at that time. With your planned detour almost 10 miles in each direction to reach your home. This will cause a serious UNDUE HARDSHIP or financial ruin. As I stated earlier these problems a putting the hardshiiip on those who are last able to absorb this tramatic disruption in their lives just to reach their home. Thank you in advance for your interest. Dr. S.Charmaine McKissick-Melton</b>