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401 ISSUED
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT, JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS R. SAMUEL HUNT III
GOVERNOR P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201 SECRETARY
August 2, 1994
District Engineer
U.S. Arrny Corps of Engineers
P. O. Box 1890
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402
ATTENTION: Regulatory Branca
Dear Sir:
.subject: Davidson County - Bridge No. 116 on SR 1819 over
Lake Thom-A-Lex; State Project Number 8.2601801;
T.1.- No. E-2129
Attached fo_ your information is a copy of the project
piai?nl.n report for _21e Subj eCt project. The project is
h2ing processed by ti-.e Federal Higihway Adminlstrat=o% as a
"Cat_aorica= E:iclusion11 in accordance with 23 CFR ! 71 .113 (%
--1 4 v:-dua1
Therefore, we do not ant_cipate requesting an in"
Per.iiit but propose to -proceed u der a Nati nwide Peril?_t in
acccrClancE itlh rF?. Appendix A (8-23 3 -SSL1CU Nove fiber
22, 1991, by the Cor--s of Engineers. The proviS_ons of
Section 330.4' an Ap Del-d? x A ( r`) of these i:egl:" atl0ihs .711" be
fclyo,^T=Ci in the coI1SL?.. O} the or'eiec :.
We antic,Jate tl.z_t 401 Genera" Certification No. 2?45
(Categorical Exclusion) will apply to this project, and are
providing one copy of the CE docuilent to the ' orth Carolina
Department" of ElhviroIment,. Health and Natural Resources,
Division of Environmental Management, for their review.
If you have any questions or heed additional
information, please call Cyndi Bell at (1919) 733-3141.
Sincerely,
B. J. O'Quinn, P.E.
Assistant Manager,
Planning and Environmental Branch

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Attachment
cc: COE,-Raleigh Field office
John Dorney, DEHNR, DEM
John Parker, DEHNR, DCM/Permit Coordinator
Kelly Barger, P.E., Program Development Branch
Don Morton, P.E., Highway Design
A.L. Hankins, P .E., Hydraulics
John L. Smith, Jr., P.E., Structure Design
Tom Shearin, P.E., Roadway Design
D.B. Waters P.E., Division 9 Engineer
Ed Lewis, Planning & Env_ronmEntai
Davis Moore, Planning & Environmental
Davidson County, Bridge Number 116
on SR 1819 over Lake Thom-A-Lex
State Project No. 8.2601801
Federal-Aid Project BRZ-1819(1)
TIP No. B-2129
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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
U. S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
AND
N. C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS

APPROVED:
Date H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch. NCDOT
D to Ki Zch o -1,40 ZLG r a f , P. E.
??? Division Administrator, FHWA
Davidson County, Bridge Number 116
on SR 1819 over Lake Thom-A-Lex
State Project No. 8.2601801
Federal-Aid Project BRZ-1819(1)
TIP No. B-2129

CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
May, 1994
Documentaton Prepared in Planning and Environmental Branch By:
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Ed Lewis
Project Planning Engineer
Wayne 1 i ott C A.R0
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Davidson County, Bridge Number 116
on SR 1819 over Lake Thom-A-Lex
State Project No. 8.2601801
Federal-Aid Project BRZ-1819(1)
TIP No. B-2129
Bridge Number 116 has been included in the Federal-Aid Bridge
Replacement Program. The location is shown in Figure 1. No substantial
environmental impacts are anticipated. The project has been classified as
» a Federal "Categorical Exclusion."
I. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Bridge Number 116 should be replaced at the existing location. In
order to accomplish this, preliminary design calls for a structure
200 feet long and 30 feet clear roadway width. The proposed cross section
in the vicinity of the bridge consists of two 12-foot lanes and 8-foot
graded shoulders. Only minimum approach work is required to tie the
bridge to existing approaches. All construction activities will take
place within existing right-of-way.
Traffic will be maintained off-site by detouring traffic onto local
roads, shown in Figure 1A, during the construction period.
Estimated cost, based on current prices, is $562,500 which includes
$550,000 for construction and $12,000 for right-of-way utilities.
The total funding for the project, shown in the Transportation
Improvement Program, is $ 614,000 which includes $39,000 for right of way.
II. SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS
All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or
minimize environmental impacts. No special or unique environmental
commitments are necessary. Wetlands will not be disrupted by the project.
Best management practices will be utilized to minimize any impacts. A 401
Water Quality Certification will be required. A hazardous spill retention
basin will be constructed directly underneath the new bridge to capture
and retain any hazardous spills that may occur. During construction this
basin will serve as a stilling basin for sedimentary runoff.
III. EXISTING CONDITIONS
SR 1819 is classified as a rural local route in the National Highway
System.
In the vicinity of the bridge, SR 1819 has a 19-foot pavement with
5-foot unstable shoulders. Vertical alignment is flat. Horizontal align-
ment is tangent. Advisory posted speed limit is 35 mph. The statutory
speed limit is 55 mph. The structure has a navigational vertical
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clearance of 8 feet. Boaters were observed slowing down to trolling speed
to pass under the bridge. Land use in the immediate vicinity of the
bridge is recreational. Development in the surrounding area is
residential.
The Thom-a-Lex Reservoir was completed and placed in service in--1958.
It is located on Abbott's Creek which is a tributary to the Yadkin River.
It is jointly owned by the Cities of Thomasville and Lexington, and it is
used as a water supply source as well as a boating, fishing and recreation
area. Land and Water Conservation Funding (LWCF) was appropriated in 1970
to set up the Lake Thom-a-Lex Recreation Area as shown in Figure 2. The
lake was included in the description as part of the Recreation Area at
that time. NCDOT has a 60 foot wide right-of-way along SR 1819 which
crosses Lake Thom-a-Lex.
The 1993 traffic volume of 1200 ADT is expected to increase to
approximately 2400 ADT by the year 2013. The projected volume includes 1%
truck-tractor semi-trailer (TTST) and 21. dual-tired vehicles (DT).
The existing bridge (see Figures 3 and 3A) was constructed in 1957.
The superstructure consists of a timber deck with timber joists on the
minor spans and I-beams on the major span. The estimated remaining life
of the existing structure is 4 years. Overall length is 199 feet. Clear
roadway width is 20.1 feet. The posted weight limit is 10 tons for single
vehicles and 18 tons for trucks with trailers. Bridge Number 116 has a
sufficiency rating of 17.0 compared to a rating of 100 for a new
structure. Any structure with a rating of 50.0 or less is eligible for
replacement under the Bridge Replacement Program.
Two accidents were reported in the vicinity of Bridge Number 116
during the period from September 9, 1987 to May 19, 1991. One accident
consisted of a left turn movement approximately 0.1 mile from the bridge.
The other accident involved two trucks. One truck was attempting to pass
and sideswiped the second truck.
Three school buses cross the studied bridge twice daily.
IV. ALTERNATIVE
Only one method of replacing Bridge Number 116 was studied. This
method involves replacement of the bridge along the existing roadway
alignment. This section of SR 1819 will be closed, and traffic will be
detoured off-site using existing roads in the area.
"Rehabilitation". of the old bridge is not feasible due to its age and
deteriorated condition.
The "do-nothing" alternative would eventually necessitate closure of
the bridge. This is not desirable due to the traffic service provided by
SR 1819.
Building the bridge on new location would not be feasible due to the
prohibitive cost of building causeways or a longer bridge.
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V. ESTIMATED COST
Estimated cost of the recommended alternative is as follows:
(Recommended)
Alternative
Structure $ 300,000
Roadway Approaches $ 78,000
Structure Removal $ 24,000
Miscellaneous $ 76,000
Engineering & Contingencies $ 72,000
Right-of-Way Utilities $ 12,000
Total $ 562,000
VI. TRAFFIC DETOUR
During the construction period, maintenance of traffic will be
handled by detouring traffic off-site onto existing roads in the area (see
Figure 1A). Motorists will be required to drive an average of 7.15 miles
of indirectional travel. The prohibitive cost of providing an on-site
detour along with the associated impacts to the environment indicates that
road closure is justifiable.
VII. RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS
Bridge Number 116 should be replaced in its present location.

The recommended improvements will include about 200 feet of improved
roadway approaches. A 24-foot pavement with 8-foot graded shoulders will
be provided on the approaches. The elevation of the new crossing is
expected to be approximately the same as the elevation of the existing
bridge. The estimated replacement structure is a bridge 210 feet long
located at the same location as the existing bridge. The typical section
on the bridge will consist of a 30-foot clear roadway. The length of the
new bridge may be slightly increased or decreased as a result of more
detailed hydrographic studies..
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
The project is expected to have an overall positive impact.
Replacement of an inadequate bridge will result in safer traffic
operations.
The project is considered to be a Federal "Categorical Exclusion" due
to its limited scope and insignificant 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.
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No adverse impact on families or communities is anticipated.
Right-of-way acquisition is not required.
No adverse effect on public facilities or services is expected. The
project is not expected to adversely affect social, economic, or religious
opportunities in the area.
The project is located northeast of Lexington in Davidson County.
The project is located in a rural setting. Several homesites are near the
project site.
Topography in the area is gently to moderately sloping.
Information on water resources and the occurrence of federal and
state protected species was provided by agencies of the North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources (NCDEHNR), and the
US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Water resource information was
obtained from the Division of Environmental Management (DEM).
Two plant communities were identified in the study area: Mowed-Grass
and Young Shrub-Forest. A description of each plant community in the
study area follows.
The Mowed-Grass Community is dominated by tall fescue (Festuca sp.)
and is maintained on a regular basis. This community forms a buffer
between the road and a concrete bulkhead which acts as the shoreline for
the north side of bridge approaches.
The Young Shrub-Forest Community is comprised of woody and herbaceous
species including sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), tulip tree
(Liriodendron tulipifera), redbud (Cercis canadensis), tag alder (Alnus
serrulata),sumac (Sumac sp.), rose (Rosa sp.), tall fescue and other
members is mowed but only within 1 to 2 feet of the road. The remaining
portion of this community grows out of rip-rap and exists as a buffer
between the roadside and the lake.
Construction will impact Mowed-Grass and the Young Shrub-Forest
communities.
Potential impacts include vegetation loss. Although the majority of
the study area is disturbed. Stringent erosion control measures and Best
Management Practices (BMP's) will be enforced during the life of the
project.
Amphibians common in the vicinity of the project include American
toad (Bufo americanus), bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana) and upland chorus frog
(Pseudacris triseriata).
Reptiles likely to occur in the area include the eastern box turtle
(Terrapene carolina), eastern fence lizard (Sceloporos undulatus),
broadhead skink (Eumeces laticeps), ground skink &Mcella lateralis),
rat snake (Elaphe obsoleta), northern watersnake (Nerodia si edon) and
copperhead (Agkistrodon contortrix).

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Mammals such as gray fox (Urocyon cinerioarqenteus), raccoon (Procyon
lotor), eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus), and white-footed mouse
(Peromyscus leucopus) are likely to be common inhabitants of the area.
The following avian species may be found in the study area:
red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis), Canada goose (Branta canadensi-s),
mallard (Anus platyrh_ynchos), pied-billed grebe (Podilymbus odice s),
American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos), European starling (Sturnus),
Carolina wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus), white-throated sparrow
(Zonotrichis albicollis), american robin (Turdus migratorius)
and eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis).
In addition, fish species that may be found in Lake Thom-A-Lex
include: white perch (Monrone americana), white bass (Monrone chrysops),
hybrid striper (Monrone saxatilis x chrysops), largemouth bass
(Micropterus salmoides), bluegill (Le omis macrochirus), redbreast fish
(Le omis auritus), white crappie (Pomoxis annularis), threadfin shad
(Dorosoma petenense), blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) and channel
catfish (Ictalurus punctatus). Upper-level predators rely on inhabitants
of Lake Thom-A-Lex including reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates
as a food supply. These predators include mammals like raccoons and birds
such as belted kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon) and great blue heron (Ardea
herodias).
Destruction of mowed grass and young shrub-forest communities will
result in the loss of foraging and breeding habitats for many of the
terrestrial species which utilize this area. Disturbance of these
habitats will result in a temporary reduction and displacement of species
found in the subject project study zone.
The proposed action could have affects on the aquatic environment
found in the project boundaries. Strict enforcement of sedimentation
control measures and best management practices (BMPs) should be observed.
Sedimentation into this lake can be harmful to local populations of
invertebrates such as crustacea and insect larvae which are important
parts of the aquatic food chain. Fish populations found downstream of the
proposed action can also be harmed by sedimentation.
Lake Thom-A-Lex is a man-made reservoir created by the damming of
Abbotts Creek. The lake is part of the Yadkin-Pee Dee River drainage
system and a water supply for the towns of Thomasville and Lexington.
This lake is managed as a trophy largemouth bass lake which means that the
minimum size limit on largemouth bass taken from the lake is 18 inches.
The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) does not
list any dischargers for the Abbotts Creek study area.
Abbotts Creek has a best usage classification of WS-III. WS-III water
supply segments have no categorical restrictions on watershed development
or dischargers and are suitable for aquatic life propagation and survival,
fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation and agriculture.
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The Benthic Macro invertebrate Ambient Network (BMAN) addresses long
term trends in water quality at fixed monitoring sites by the sampling for
selected benthic macroinvertebrates. These organisms are sensitive to
very subtle changes in water quality. Good water quality is associated
with high taxa richness (the number of different types of organisms) and
the presence of many intolerant species. Water quality degradation
gradually eliminates the more sensitive species and leads to a community
structure quite different from that in an unstressed aquatic habitat.
There is no water quality information for the immediate project area,
however, data received from the biological sampling station downstream
from the project at I-85 gave Abbotts Creek a fair bioclassification in
1986.
No waters classified as High Quality Waters (HQW), Outstanding
Resource Waters (ORW) or waters designated as WS-1 or WS-11 will be
impacted by the proposed project, nor are these resources located within 1
mile of the subject area.
Potential impacts to Abbotts Creek and Lake Thom-A-Lex include
increased sedimentation from construction-related erosion, as well as,
increased turbidity from lake-bottom sediments disturbed by structural
replacement. These are viewed as temporary impacts; however, poorly
managed application of sedimentation control policies can result in
serious damage to the aquatic environment, not only in the immediate study
area, but also downstream. Sedimentation and erosion control measures
should be strictly enforced during the construction stage of this project.
Changes in water temperature due to vegetation removal, and increased
concentration of toxic spills are other impacts. A hazardous spill
retention basin will be constructed directly underneath the new bridge to
capture and retain any hazardous spills that may occur. During construc-
tion this basin will serve as a stilling basin for sedimentary runoff.
The soils located on either side of the lake where the causeways
extend toward Bridge Number 116 are of the Poindexter series (Ws E). These
soils are moderately deep to weathered bedrock and are well drained. They
formed in residuum from basic rocks and are a mixture of basic and acidic
rocks. Permeability is moderate and slopes range from 2 to 60 percent.
The Corps of Engineers is responsible for regulating activities in
"Waters of the US" based on the following laws: Section 10 of the Rivers
and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 USC 403), Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(33 USC 1344) and Section 103 of the Marine Protection, Research and
Sanctuaries Act of 1972, as amended (33 USC 1413). Any action that
proposes to impact "Waters of the US" falls under the jurisdiction of the
Corps of Engineers and a federal permit is required. Generally, "Waters
of the US" is defined as navigable waters, their tributaries and
associated wetlands. Generally, "Waters of the US" are subdivided into
"wetlands" and "surface waters".
Impacts to "Waters of the US" are anticipated from proposed
construction of the subject project. The surface waters of Abbotts Creek
will be impacted from proposed construction. There are no jurisdictional
wetland plant communities located in the study area.
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A Nationwide Permit 33 CFR 330.5(a) (23) is likely to be applicable
for proposed construction. This permit authorizes any activities
undertaken, assisted, authorized, regulated, funded, or financed, in whole
or in part, by another federal agency or department has determined
pursuant to the Council on Environmental Quality regulation for
implementing the procedural provisions of the National Environmental
Policy Act, that the activity, work, or discharge is Categorically
Excluded from environmental documentation because it is included within a
category of actions which neither individually nor cumulatively have a
significant effect on the human environment and the office of the Chief of
Engineers has been furnished notice of the agency's or department's
application for the CE and concurs with that determination.
A Section 401 General Water Quality Certification is required for any
activity which may result in a discharge and for which a federal permit is
required. State permits are administered through the Department of
Environment, Health and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
The project is likely to be authorized under a Nationwide Permit.
Generally, no mitigation is required according to the MOA between the
Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency (1989). The
final decision rests with the Corps of Engineers.
The US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the North Carolina
Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) were consulted to locate any occurrences
of protected species in the study area.
Plants and animals with federal classifications of endangered,
threatened, proposed endangered and proposed threatened are protected
under provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act
of 1973, as amended.
The USFWS lists one federally (protected or candidate) species for
Davidson County as of October 22, 1993. This species is the Helianthus
schweinitzii (Schweinitz's sunflower). The area was surveyed for the
species on September 16, 1993. The Schweinitz's sunflower was not found
in the area of the project.
Species identified as Threatened, Endangered or Special Concern are
afforded state protection under the State Endangered and Threatened
Wildlife Species of Special Concern (1987) and the North Carolina Plant
Protection and Conservation Act of 1979.
No records of state protected species are located in the study area
according to the NCNHP files.
This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the
National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, implemented by the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance
with Section 106, codified at 36 CFR Part 800. It is also subject to
compliance with Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of
1966, as amended.
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In terms of historic architectural resources, there are no National
Register-listed or eligible properties located in the area of potential
effect. However, two historic properties are located within the general
area of the project. The Bill Wagoner House and Barn is located on the
south side of SR 1819 on the east shore of Thom-A-Lex Lake. The Jacob
William Wagoner Farm is also located on the south side of SR 1819 and on
the east shore of Thom-A-Lex Lake.
There are no known archaeological sites within the proposed project
area. Based on present knowledge of the area, it is unlikely that any
archaeological resources which may be eligible for inclusion in the
National Register of Historic Places will be affected by the project
construction.
Since there are no properties either listed or eligible for listing
in the National Register of Historic Places in the area of potential
effect of this undertaking, no further compliance with either Section 106
of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 or with Section 4(f) of
the Department of Transportation Act of 1966 is required. The State
Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) was given the opportunity to review
the project. SHPO's comments are attached on pages A-1 and A-2 of the
Appendix.
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program was established
in 1965 to provide matching funds to the states for the acquisition of
lands and development of outdoor recreation areas. Those parks and
recreation areas that were acquired and/or developed in whole or in part
with LWCF assistance are protected by Section 6(f)(3) of the LWCF Act of
1965, as amended. Section 6(f)(3) of the Act states that "No property
acquired or developed with assistance under this section shall, without
the approval of the Secretary of the Department of the Interior, be
converted to other than public outdoor recreation uses."

The Lake Thom-A-Lex Park and Recreation Area is located in the
vicinity of the project. It consists of a boat access, fishing pier,
picnic tables and buildings which were constructed using LWCF funds. The
proposed improvements will not require the acquisition of land from this
property, so no further compliance with Section 6(f) is required. In
addition, since no right-of-way will be required, no further compliance
with Section 4(f) is required (see Appendix A-3 and A-4).
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or
zoning regulation. No significant change in land use is expected to
result from construction of the project. `
The structure is to be replaced at the existing location. Therefore,
the project is exempt from the Farmland Protection Policy Act.
Davidson County is a participant in the National Flood Insurance
Regular Program. The floodplain in the area of the crossing is rural.
The approximate 100-year floodplain and floodway in the project area is
shown in Figure 4. The amount of floodplain area to be affected is not
considered to be significant.
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The project is located within the Northern Piedmont Air Quality
Control Region. The ambient air'quality for Davidson County has been
determined to be in compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards. This project is located in an area where the State
Implementation Plan (SIP) does not contain any transportation control
measures. The conformity procedures of Title 23, Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR), Part 770 do not apply to this project.
The project will not substantially increase traffic volumes.
Therefore, its impact on noise levels and air quality will be
insignificant. Noise levels could increase during construction but will
be temporary. If vegetation is disposed of by burning, all burning shall
be done in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations of the
North Carolina SIP for air quality in compliance with 15 NCAC 2D.0520.
This evaluation completes the assessment requirements of Title 23, Code of
Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 772 and no additional reports are
required.
On the basis of the above discussion, it is concluded that no adverse
environmental affects will result from implementation of the project.
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James G. Martin, Governor
Patric Dorsey, Secretary
February 27, 1992
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re:
Replace Bridge No. 116 over Abbc?tt-'s-. ek
on SR 1819, Davidson Count .,8=2129 RZ-1819(1),
8.2601801, ER 92-7528
Dear Mr. Graf:
On December 10, 1991, Robin Stancil of our staff met with North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) staff for a meeting of the minds
concerning the above project. We reported our available information on
historic architectural and archaeological surveys and resources along with
our recommendations. NCDOT provided project area photographs and aerial
photographs at a later date for our use.
Based upon our review of the photographs and the information discussed at
the meeting, we offer our preliminary comments regarding this project.
In terms of historic architectural resources, we are aware of no National
Register or state study list properties located within the area of potential
effect. However, two historic properties are located within the general area
of the project:
Bill Wagoner House and Barn. South side of SR 1819, east shore of
Tom-A-Lex Lake.
Jacob William Wagoner Farm. South side of SR 1819, east shore of
Tom-A-Lex Lake.
Please note that if the bridge is replaced in the existing location and no lake
improvements are included in the project scope, then we would consider the
properties outside the area of potential effect. However, if the project scope
includes other roadway designs necessary for lake improvements, further
consultation under Section 106 will be necessary for this project since the
properties would be located within the area of potential effect.
109 East ones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807
Division of Archives and History
William S. Price, Jr., Director
C G p- I VF
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Nicholas L. Graf
February 27, 1992, Page 2
There.are no known archaeological sites within the proposed project area.
Based on our present knowledge of the area, it is unlikely that any
archaeological resources which may be eligible for inclusion in the National
Register of Historic Places will be affected by the project construction. We,
therefore, recommend that no archaeological investigation be conducted in--
connection with this project.
Having provided this information, we look forward to receipt of either a
Categorical Exclusion or Environmental Assessment which indicates how
NCDOT addressed our comments.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at 36
CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley,
environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
Z Si rely,
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Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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N RE-PLY REFER TO:
United States Department of the Interior
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
SOUTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE
75 spring Stmt, S. W,
Atlanta, CrwS a 30303

L3219 (SER-PG)
37-00177 APO 0 8 1994
Ms. Terrie B. Qadura
y Planning and Development Section
• Division of Parks and Recreation
Department of Environment, Health,
and Natural Resources
12700 Bayleaf Church Road
Ralaight orth Carolina 27614
Dear Mme. ura:
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post-if' Fax Note
APR 13 1994
DESIGN H1r1)
DEVELONNT
I have received your letter and map regarding the rebuilding of a
bridge on Yokley Road that will temporarily affect property
within the Section 6(f)(3) boundary of Lake Thom-A-Lex, Land and
Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) project no. 37-00177. Because no
park property will be taken for the bridge improvement and
because the affects of the construction will only take place
during the period of construction, I agree with your conclusion
that no conversion of use will occur as a result. Therefore, we
have no objection to the proposed bridge replacement.
If you have any further questions on this matter, please call me
at [phone].
S' cerely,
David Libman
Project Officer
Southeast Region
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources • •
Division of Parks & Recreation
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor E H N F11
Jonathan B. Howes, , Secretary
Dr. Philip K. McKnelly, Director
May 10, 1994

MEMORANDUM
TO: Ed Lewis
DOT, Planning and Environmental Program
FROM: Terrie Bullard Qadura _Wk
SUBJECT: Lake Thom-A-Lex
Project Number: 37-00177
As the National Park Service advised the state in its April 8, 1994 letter, if the DOT stays in
the 60' R/W of Yokley Road and no park property will be affected, then no conversion of use
will occur as a result. Since no park property will be affected, then neither a 6(f) conversion
or a 4 (f) will occur with the improvements to the road.
Please call if you have any questions.
TBQ/nch

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