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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201 DAVID MCCOY
GOVERNOR
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
69 Darlington Avenue
Wilmington, NC 28403
ATTENTION: Mr. Dave Timpy
NCDOT Coordinator
SECRETARY
April 28, 2000

Subject: Anson County, Removal of Bridge No. 5 over Depot Street & Southern
Avenue and Roadway Reconstruction of US 52, Federal Aid Project No.
BRSTP-52 (8), State Project No. 8.1651301, TIP No. B-3103.
Dear Sir:
Attached for your information is a copy of the Categorical Exclusion (CE) and
permit drawings for the subject project. The North Carolina Department of
Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to remove Bridge No. 5 and reconstruct US 52 on the
existing alignment by grading the approaches to the approximate elevation of Depot
Street and Southern Avenue (see Figure 2 in CE). During construction, traffic will be
maintained on a temporary detour west of the existing roadway.
The CE states that one wetland will be impacted by construction. However,
additional field studies located a jurisdictional intermittent stream flowing under Bridge
No. 5, and determined that the wetland, identified in the CE, is a naturalized system that
is beginning to exhibit jurisdictional wetland qualities. At this time the system is not a
jurisdictional wetland. Proposed construction will result in approximately 675 feet of
channel loss and 0.084 acre of fill in the naturalized system. On 28 March 2000, NCDOT
biologists visited the site with David Timpy. He stated that mitigation would not be
required for the intermittent stream.
Plants and animals with federal classification 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
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20 December 1999, the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) lists three federally protected
species,, or Anson County, shortnose sturgeon (Acipenser brevirostru, red-cockaded
woo pe h4 , 0 ' s ides borealis) and Schweinitz's sunflower (Helianthus schweinit. ii)).
The CE (dated January 1998) rendered Biological Conclusions of "No Effect" for
shortnose sturgeon and red-cockaded woodpecker due to lack of habitat in the project
study area. Although habitat conditions have changed slightly, sufficient habitat for these
two species is still not present. Therefore, Biological Conclusions of "No Effect" remain
valid for these two species. Schweinitz's sunflower has been added to the list since
completion of the CE. A survey was conducted for Schweinitz's sunflower on 20
September 1999 by NCDOT biologists Dale Suiter and Jim Hauser. No Schweinitz's
sunflower was found in the project vicinity. Project construction will not affect any
federally protected species.
The project is being processed by the Federal Highway Administration as a
"Categorical Exclusion" in accordance with 23 CFR 771.115(b). The NCDOT requests
these activities be authorized by a Nationwide Permit 23 [33 CFR 330.5(a) (23)]. By
copy of this letter, the appropriate 401 Water Quality Certification is requested from the
North Carolina Division of Water Quality.
All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts. All applicable Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be
included and properly maintained during project construction. If you have any questions
or need additional information, please contact Ms. Lynn Smith at [phone].
Sincerely,
d1 William D. Gilmore, P.E.
Manager
Project Development and
Environmental Analysis Branch
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Mr. David Franklin, COE, Wilmington
Mr. John Dorney, Division of Water Quality
Mr. Tim Roundtree, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Program Development
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Design Services
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Benton G. Payne, PE, Division 10 Engineer
Mr. Tom Kendig, Project Development and Environmental Analysis

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US 52
Br°fx'4ge No. 5
Over Depot Street & Southern Avenue
Anson County
Federal-Aid Project BRSTP-52(8)
State Project 8.1651301
TIP No. B-3103
Categorical Exclusion
US Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
and
NC Department of Transportation
Division of Highways

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ate H. Franklin Vick, PE, Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch, NCDOT
ate ,(v?-Nicholas L. Graf, PE
Division Administrator, FHWA
US 52
Bridge No. 5
Over Depot Street & Southern Avenue
Anson County
Federal-Aid Project BRSTP-52(8)
State Project 8.1651301
TIP No. B-3103
Categorical Exclusion
US Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
and
NC Department of Transportation
Division of Highways
January 1998
Document Prepared
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Norman Willey, PE
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TR?f TATION

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Consultant Engineering Unit
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Project Planning Engineer
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US 52,
Bridge No. 5
Over Depot Street & Southern Avenue
Anson County
Federal-Aid Project BRSTP-52(8)
State Project 8.1651301
TIP No. B-3103
Bridge No. 5 is located in Anson County on US 52 crossing Depot Street, an
abandoned railroad bed, and Southern Avenue. It is programmed in the 1998-2004
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) as a bridge replacement project. The location is
in the Town of Morven as shown in Figure 1. This project is part of the Federal-Aid Bridge
Replacement Program and has been classified as a "Categorical Exclusion." No substantial
environmental impacts are expected to result from this action.
I. SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS
- All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts. All applicable Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be included
and properly maintained during project construction.
- The proposed temporary detour will be designed to avoid any widening of Depot
Street on the west side in the vicinity of the Morven Depot.
H. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Bridge No. 5 will be removed, the approach fill graded to the approximate elevation
of Depot Street and Southern Avenue and the roadway reconstructed on the existing
alignment. Depot Street and Southern Avenue will intersect the reconstructed US 52 as shown
on Figure 2. Traffic will be maintained during construction on a temporary detour on the west
side of the existing roadway.
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Approach work will extend approximately 256 meters ( 840 feet) from the north end
of the bridge and 228 meters ( 750 feet) from the south end of the bridge. The reconstructed
roadway includes two 3.6 meter (12-foot) lanes and 2.4 meter (8-foot) shoulders of which 1.2
meter (4-foot) are paved. The 2.4 meter (8-foot) shoulder width will be widened an additional
1.0 meter (3.28 feet) where guardrail is used. Based on preliminary design work, the design
speed will be approximately 100 km/h (60 mph).
The temporary detour, which utilizes a portion of Depot Street, will be approximately
464 meters (1522 feet) long. The roadway width will be 7.2 meters ( 24 feet), with a 1.8 meter
(6-foot) shoulder on each side. The shoulder width will be increased to 2.8 meters (9 feet)
where guardrail is required.
The estimated cost of the project is $1,013,000, including $925,000 in construction
cost and $88,000 in right of way cost. The estimated cost of the project in the 1998-2004 TIP
is $1,620,000.00.
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III. EXISTING CONDITIONS
US 52 is classified as a Rural Minor Arterial in the Statewide Functional Classification
System. The speed limit along this section of road is 56 km/h (35 mph). The road serves both
local and through traffic in the southern area of Anson County. US 52 connects with US 74
near Wadesboro and with US 1 in Cheraw, SC. The study area is primarily urban, with
scattered mixed development.
The existing bridge was completed in 1936. It is 119.5 meters (392 feet) long and 7.4
meters (24feet) in width providing for two travel lanes.
According to the Bridge Maintenance Unit records the sufficiency rating of the bridge
is 47.2 out of a possible 100. Presently, the bridge is posted for maximum weights of 1925
kilogram (34 tons) for single vehicles and legal gross weight for tractor-truck semi-trailers
(TTST).
The horizontal alignment is tangent for a distance of at least 0.8 km (0.5 mile) beyond
s, both ends of the bridge. Shoulder width on both ends of the bridge is approximately 1.8
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meters (6 feet) wide.
The traffic volume is currently 3700 vehicles per day (vpd) and projected to increase
to 8500 vpd by the year 2020.
The Traffic Engineering Branch indicates that one accident has been reported within
the last three years in the vicinity of the bridge. This accident involved a vehicle running into
the bridge rail.
Each day, fourteen (14) school buses use the bridge, seven (7) cross in the AM and
seven (7) in the PM. The Anson County School Transportation Director indicated that an on-
site temporary detour will not impact school bus operations to the kindergarten through sixth
grade, junior high and high schools that serve students in Morven.
There is no sign of fiber optic cable in the vicinity of the bridge. An aerial utility cable
(power and telephone) runs along both sides of the bridge. According to the Anson County
Water Department and the Town of Morven there are public water and sewer.lines in the
vicinity of the project. An 8 inch county water line runs along US 52. Additional galvanized
water lines and a plastic sanitary sewer lines are located on Depot Street and Southern Avenue.
The utility impact rating for this project is low.
Research of public environmental records and an on-site inspection did not find any
evidence of the presence of hazardous/toxic materials in the immediate project area.
IV. PROPOSED ALTERNATIVES
Alternative A consists of constructing an on-site detour on the west side of the existing
bridge. The bridge will be removed and replaced while traffic is maintained on the detour.
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The temporary detour will be removed and the natural area will be restored upon completion
of the new structure and approaches. The design speed for the replacement structure and
approaches is 100 km/h (60 mph). The design speed of the temporary detour is 60 km/h (37
mph).
Alternative B (Recommended) consists of removing the bridge and approach fill, and
reconstructing the roadway at the approximate elevation of Depot Street and Southern Avenue.
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Depot Street and Southern Avenue will be realigned to intersect with US 52 (See figure 2).
Traffic will be maintained on a temporary detour on the west side during construction. The
CSX has abandoned the railroad for which the bridge was constructed (see letter in appendix);
therefore, the separation is no longer needed.
A temporary detour on the east side of US 52 will result in a "K" intersection with
Depot Street and Southern Avenue. This undesirable traffic operation consideration, coupled
with increased utility involvement eliminates this side as a feasible alternative. (See Figure
4)
The "do-nothing" alternative is not feasible. This will require the closing of the road
as the existing bridge deteriorates to the point where it is unsafe at any posted weight limits.
Rehabilitation of the existing deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor economically
justifiable.
The NCDOT Tenth Highway Division Engineer has reviewed the alternatives and
concurs in the recommended improvement.
V. ANTICIPATED DESIGN EXCEPTIONS
No design exceptions are anticipated on this project.

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VI. ESTIMATED COST
ITEM
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Bridge
Bridge Removal
Approach Roadway
Temporary Detour
Engineering & Contingencies
Total Construction
Right of Way
ALTERNATIVE A
COST
$1,510,000
$85,800
$344,200
.$205,000
$284,000
$2,429,000
$88,000
ALTERNATIVE B
(Recommended)
COST
$0
$85,800
$502,200
$205,000
$132,000
$925,000
$88,000
I Total Cost I $2,517,000 I $1,013,000
VII. RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS
Bridge No. 5 will be removed and the roadway reconstructed on the existing alignment
in the vicinity of Depot Street, Southern Avenue and the abandoned railroad in Morven, North
Carolina. The existing railroad has been abandoned (See CSX letter in the Appendix). Traffic
will be maintained on a temporary detour approximately 12.2 meters (40 feet) west of the
existing bridge.
The reconstructed approach work will extend approximately 256 meters (840 feet)
from the north end of the bridge and approximately 228 meters ( 750 feet) from the south end
of the bridge. It includes two 3.6 meter (12-foot) lanes and 2.4 meter (8-foot) shoulders.
Based on preliminary design work the design speed will be approximately 100 km/h (60 mph).
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The temporary detour will be approximately 464 meters (1522 feet) in length, with a
two-lane 7.2 meter (24 feet) roadway: The design speed of the detour will be 60 km/h (37
mph). S. Wadesboro Street and Depot Street will be realigned to interest the reconstructed
roadway at-grade (See Figure 2). The division engineer for the NCDOT Tenth Highway
Division has concurred with recommended alternative and that no state system roadways in
the project vicinity are considered adequate to use as a primary route (US 52) detour during
construction of this project.
I VIII. NATURAL RESOURCES
The proposed project study area lies in an urban area of Anson County, within the city limits
of Morven, North Carolina (Figure 1). The project lies with the Piedmont Physiographic
Province.
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Information sources used to prepare this report include: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Morven East quadrangle map (1983) and Morven West quadrangle map (1988); Soil
Conservation Service (SCS) Soil Survey Sheet of Anson County (1987); United States Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) National Wetlands Inventory Maps (Morven East Draft,
Morven West Draft); NCDENR DWQ water resource data; USFWS list of protected and
candidate species (1997); and North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) database
of rare species and unique habitats (1997). Research using these resources was conducted
prior to the field investigation.
A general field survey was conducted along the proposed project corridor on February 26,
1997. Plant communities and their associated wildlife were identified using a variety of
i observation techniques including active searching, visual observations with binoculars, and
identifying characteristic signs of wildlife (sounds, tracks, scats, and burrows).
Impact calculations were based on the worst-case scenario using the full 24.4 meter (80-foot)
wide right-of-way limits, the width of the replacement structure, elimination of structure and
approach fill, and the length of the project approaches. The actual construction impacts should
be less, but without specific design information the worst case was assumed for the impact
calculations.
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Topography and Soils
The topography of the project vicinity is characterized as rolling hills to flat. Project area
elevation is approximately 104.0 meters (340.0 feet) above mean sea level.
According to the General Soil Map for Anson County (SCS 1987), the project area consists
of Ailey-Emporia-Candor soil association which is described as excessively drained to poorly
drained soils that have loose sandy to friable loamy subsoils.
The specific map units within the project area include Ailey loamy sand (2 to 8 percent slopes)
and Johnston sandy loam (0 to 2 percent slopes). Ailey loamy sand (2 to 8 percent slopes), a
non-hydric soil, is found throughout the majority of the project area and is a very deep, well
drained soil found on broad ridges. Johnston sandy loam (0 to 2 percent slopes) is on the
hydric soils list. This soil type is found in the western portion of the project area and is
described as a frequently flooded, very poorly drained soil found on flood plains. These soil
types were confirmed in the field by sampling using a hand auger.
Definitions for areal descriptions used in this report are as follows: "project study area,"
"project area," and "project corridor" denote the specific area being directly impacted by each
alternative. "Project vicinity" denotes the area within a 1.6 kilometer (1.0 mile) radius of the
project area.
Water Resources
This section describes each water resource and its relationship to major water systems.
Water Resource Characteristics
No surface water bodies occur within the project corridor. Mill Creek, which is a part of the
Yadkin Pee Dee Drainage Basin, is located approximately 1.0 km (0.6 miles) to the east-
southeast.
No waters classified as High Quality Waters (HQW), Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW),
or waters designated as WS-I or WS-II are located within the project vicinity. No impacts to
sensitive water resources of any kind will result from the project construction.
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According to the Anson County Planning Department, the project area is not within a
protected watershed.
Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources
No surface waters are located within the project study area; therefore, direct impacts to water
resources from project construction will not occur. Clearing and grubbing activities during
project construction will result in soil erosion. Without erosion control measures,
sedimentation from the project site could still reach surface waters through flow over
impervious surfaces, through stormwater management system, or ditches adjacent to the
railroad bed. The NCDOT, in cooperation with DWQ, has developed a sedimentation control
program for highway projects which adopts formal Best Management Practices (BMPs) for
the protection of surface waters. In order to minimize impacts to water resources, NCDOT's
BMPs will be strictly enforced during the entire life of the project.
Biotic Resources
Living systems described in the following sections include communities of associated plants
and animals. These descriptions refer to the dominant flora and fauna in each community and
the relationship of these biotic components. Classification of plant communities is based on
a system used by NCNHP (Schafale and Weakley 1990). Scientific nomenclature and
common names (when applicable) are used for the plant and animal species described.
Subsequent references to the same species include the common name only. Vascular plant
names follow nomenclature found in Radford et al. (1968). Terrestrial and aquatic wildlife
were determined through field observations, evaluation of habitat, and review of field guides
and other documentation (Conant 1958; Farrand 1993; Robbins et al. 1966; and Whitaker
1980).
Terrestrial Communities
The predominant terrestrial communities found in the project study area are man-dominated,
mesic mixed hardwood forest, and the abandoned railroad bed. Dominant faunal components
T associated with these terrestrial areas are discussed in each community description. Many
species are adapted to the entire range of habitats found along the project alignment but may
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Man-Dominated Community
This highly disturbed community within the project area includes the road shoulders, the open
areas around the buildings, the scattered trees east of the bridge, and the abandoned railroad
bed (Figure 2). Many plant species are adapted to these disturbed and regularly maintained
areas. Regularly maintained areas along the road shoulders and around the buildings are
dominated by fescue (Festuca spp.), ryegrass (Lolium spp.), plantain (Plantago spp.), wild
onion (A Ilium cernuum), narrow-leaved vetch (Vicia angustifolia), and dandelion (Taraxacum
ofcinale). The irregularly maintained areas along the sides of the fill piles for the bridge and
within the open areas include dog fennel (Eupatorium capillifolium), blackberry (Rubus spp.),
Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica), asters (Aster spp.), panic grass (Panicum spp.),
broomsedge (Andropogon virginicus), Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense), thistle (Cirsium
spp. ), smooth sumac (Rhus glabra), and common greenbrier (Smilax rotundifolia). East of the
bridge are a few clusters of loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) with scattered Chinese privet.
The abandoned railroad bed runs in a north to south alignment within the project area. Ditches
are on both sides of the railroad bed and contain standing water. The water in the ditch on the
west side, which is approximately 0.3 to 0.6 meters (1.0 to 2.0 feet) wide, was flowing. The
vegetation in this area includes loblolly pine, red maple,. sweetgum, black willow, highbush
blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum), Chinese privet, blackberry, greenbrier, panic grass, and
leathery rush (Juncus coriaceus). The railroad bed west of the bridge contained hydric soil
which was a dark gray (10 YR 4/1) sandy loam. Hydrologic indicators included standing
water and water stained leaves.
The animal species present in these disturbed habitats are opportunistic and capable of
surviving on a variety of resources, ranging from vegetation (flowers, leaves, fruits, and seeds)
to both living and dead faunal components. American crows (Corvus brachyrhynchos),
mourning doves (Zenaida macroura), pigeons (Columba livia) and an American robin (Turdus
migratorius) were observed during the site visit. Other species which are also attracted to
,r these disturbed habitats include several species of mice (Peromyscus spp. ), Norway rat (Rattus
norvegicus), Northern mockingbird (Mimus polyglottos), Chimney swift (Chaetura pelagica),
_ Eastern wood pewee (Contopus virens), barn swallow (Hirundo rustica), Eastern kingbird
(Tyrannus tyrannus), American toad (Bufo americanus), Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis),
green frog (Rana clamitans), ground skink (Scincella lateralis), and Eastern garter snake
(Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis).
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Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest
This community occurs west of the bridge adjacent to the man-dominated community. The
canopy layer is dominated by tulip poplar (Lirodendron tulipifera), water oak (Quercus nigra),
willow oak (Quercus phellos), red maple (Acer rubrum), sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua),
and loblolly pine. The understory includes sweetgum and red maple saplings. The shrub layer
includes Chinese privet. The herbaceous layer is thick and includes common greenbrier,
blackberry, and Japanese honeysuckle.
On the day of the site visit, a Carolina wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus), blue jay (Cyanocitta
cristata), cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis), killdeer (Charadrius vociferus), and house sparrow
(Passer domesticus) were observed in the field. Other species which may reside or forage in
these areas include raccoon (Procyon lotor), grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis), Southeastern
shrew (Sorex longirostris), Eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus), Carolina chickadee
(Parus carolinensis), tufted titmouse (Parus bicolor), common grackle (Quiscalus quiscula),
five-lined skink (Eumeces fasciatus), Eastern box turtle (Terrapene Carolina), and rat snake
(Elaphe obsoleta).
Aquatic Communities
There are no aquatic communities within the project area. Standing water associated with
wetlands and drainage structures is intermittent. It is not believed to be of sufficient duration
to support a viable aquatic community.
Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities
Biotic community impacts resulting from project construction are addressed separately as
terrestrial impacts and aquatic impacts. Table 1 details the anticipated. impacts to terrestrial
and aquatic communities by habitat type. However, impacts to terrestrial communities,
particularly in locations exhibiting gentle slopes, can result in the aquatic community receiving
heavy sediment loads as a consequence of erosion. Construction impacts may not be restricted
to the communities in which the construction activity occurs. Efforts will be made to ensure
that no sediment leaves the construction site.
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Impacts to Terrestrial Communities
The mesic mixed hardwood forest, abandoned railroad bed, and the man-dominated
communities serve as nesting, foraging, and shelter habitat for fauna. The loss of these
habitats will result in the displacement and mortality of faunal species in residence. Individual
mortalities are likely to occur to terrestrial animals from construction machinery used during
clearing activities.
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Calculated impacts to terrestrial resources reflect the relative abundance of each community
present in the study area. Project construction will result in clearing and degradation of
portions of these communities. Often, project construction does not require the entire right
of way, therefore, actual impacts may be considerably less. Alternate B (recommended),
which includes a temporary detour, will result impacts up to 0.072 hectares (0.18 acres) of
wetlands. Table 1 details the anticipated impacts to terrestrial communities by habitat type.
Impacts to Aquatic Communities

Since no aquatic communities exist within the study area, there will be no on-site impact to
aquatic communities.
TABLE 1
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS TO
TERRESTRIAL and AQUATIC COMMUNITIES
HECTARES ACRES
Bridge No. 5 Man- Wetland Mesic Mixed Combined
Replacement Dominated Hardwood Total
Impacts Community Forest
Alternate A
Ternnana 0.60(l.49)
029(074) 0.00 (0.00)
O056 (0-14) 0.016 (0.04)
0-149(017) 0.616 (1.53)
0.495 (1-25)
Alternate B
TemnaMa. 0.60(l.49)
0-29 (0,741- 0.016 (0.04)
0,056 (0,14?_ 0.016 (0.04)
_D_L4UO 17) 0.632 (1.57)
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• Impacts are based on 24.4 meter (80-foot) right of way limits.
Actual construction impacts may be less than those indicated above,
calculations were based on the worst case scenario.
Special Topics
Jurisdictional Issues: Waters of the United States
Wetlands and surface waters fall under the broad category of "Waters of the United States" as
defined in 33 CFR 328.3 and in accordance with provisions of Section 404 of the Clean Water
Act (33 U.S.C. 1344). Waters of the United States are regulated by the United States Army
Corps of Engineers (USACOE).
Wetlands will be impacted by the subject project as wetlands exist within the abandoned
railroad bed in the project area. (See Figure 2) Wetland impacts due to the project may be
up to 0.072 hectares ( 0.18 acres). Alternate B (Recommended) will have impacts of which
0.01 hectares (0.04 acres) are permanent and 0.05 hectares (0.14 acres) are temporary.
Investigation into wetland occurrence in the project impact area was conducted using methods
of the 1987 Wetland Delineation Manual.
Permits
In accordance with provisions of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 USACOE 1344), a
permit will be required from the USACOE for the discharge of dredged or fill material into
"Waters of the United States." There are no surface waters located in the project corridor,
however, wetland impacts are anticipated.
Since the subject project is classified as a Categorical Exclusion, it is likely that this project
will be subject to the Nationwide Permit Provisions of 33 CFR 33-.5 (A) 23. This permit
AL authorizes any activities, work and discharges undertaken, assisted, authorized, regulated,
funded or financed, in whole or in part, by another federal agency and that the activity is
j "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 environment. However, final permit decisions are left to the discretionary authority of the
USACOE and DWQ.
A 401 Water Quality Certification, administered through the N.C. Department of
Environment, and Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality (NCDENR, DWQ), will also
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be required. This certificate is issued for any activity which may result in a discharge into
waters for which a federal permit is required.
Mitigation
Since this project may be covered by Nationwide Permit 23 and wetland impacts are less than
1.0 acre, mitigation will not likely be required by the USACOE. A final determination
regarding mitigation requirements rests with the USACOE and NCDENR, DWQ
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Rare and Protected Species
Some populations of plants and animals have been or are in the process of decline due to either
natural forces or their inability to coexist with humans. Rare and protected species listed for
Anson County, and any likely impacts to these species as a result of the proposed project
construction, are discussed in the following sections.
Federally Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classification 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.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) lists two federally protected species
for Anson County as of the Novmeber 4, 1997 listing. (See Table 2).
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FEDERALLY-PROTECTED SPECIES
FOR ANSON COUNTY
Scientific Name Status
Common Name
Acipenser brevirostrum E
(Shortnose sturgeon)
Picoides borealis E
Red-cockaded woodpecker)
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E Denotes Endangered (a species that is in danger of extinction
throughout all or a significant portion of its range)
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Acipenser brevirostrum (Shortnose sturgeon) E
Animal Family: Acipenseridae
Distribution in NC: Anson, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Craven,
New Hanover, Pender, Richmond.
The shortnose sturgeon is a large [60 to 100 centimeters (23.6 to 39.4 inches) long]
anadromous fish with a short snout and wide mouth. This fish is dark brown to black above
and light brown to yellow on the lower side with bony plates or scutes along the side of its
body. It has a shark-like tail and small dorsal fins.
The shortnose sturgeon exists in many habitats but it appears to prefer the shifting sands in
relatively fast flowing, medium sized rivers and medium to large creeks. It is also found over
gravel and coarse sand substrates. Populations have been reported in the Brunswick River, the
Cape Fear River, and possibly in western Albemarle Sound. These fish migrate upstream from
estuaries to river spawning grounds in January and February.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: NO EFFECT
No water bodies are present within the project area. A search of the NCNHP database
showed no recorded occurrences of this species within the project vicinity. It can be
concluded that the construction of the proposed project will not impact the shortnose
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sturgeon.
Picoides borealis (Red-cockaded woodpecker) E
Animal Family: Picidae
Date Listed: 10/13/70
Distribution in N.C.: Anson, Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden,
Carteret, Chatham, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland,
Dare, Duplin, Forsyth, Gates, Halifax, Harnett,
{ Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Lee, Lenoir,
Montgomery, Moore, Nash, New Hanover,
Northampton, Onslow, Orange, Pamlico, Pender,
Perquimans, Pitt, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson,
Scotland, Tyrrell, Wake, Wayne, Wilson.
The red-cockaded woodpecker is a small (18-20 cm long) bird with black and white
horizontal stripes on its back, a black cap and a large white cheek patch. The male has a small
red spot or "cockade" behind the eye.
The preferred nesting habitat of the red-cockaded woodpecker is open stands of pines with a
minimum age of 60 to 120 years. Longleaf pines (Pinus palustris) are preferred for nesting;
however, other mature pines such as loblolly (Pinus taeda) may be utilized. Typical nesting
areas, or territories, are pine stands of approximately 81 hectares (200 acres), however, nesting
has been reported in stands as small as 24 hectares (60 acres). Preferred foraging habitat is
pine and pine-hardwood stands of 80 to 125 acres with a minimum age of 30 years and a
minimum diameter of 25 centimeters (10 inches). The red-cockaded woodpecker utilizes these
areas to forage for insects such as ants, beetles, wood-boring insects, caterpillars, as well as
seasonal wild fruit.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: NO EFFECT
This habitat type does not exist in the project area; there are no stands of old growth
pines within or adjacent to the study area. A search of the NCNHP database showed no
recorded occurrences of this species within the project vicinity. It can be concluded that
the construction of the proposed project will not impact the red-cockaded woodpecker.
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Federal Species of Concern
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Federal Species of Concern (FSC) are not legally protected under the Endangered Species Act
and are not subject to any of its provisions, including Section 7, until they are formally
proposed or listed as Threatened of Endangered. Species designated as FSC are defined as
taxa which may or may not be listed in the future. These species were formerly Candidate 2
(C2) species or species under consideration for listing for which there is insufficient
information to support listing. Some of these species are listed as Endangered, Threatened,
or Special Concern by the NCNHP list of Rare Plant and Animal Species and are afforded
state protection under the State Endangered Species Act and the North Carolina Plant
Protection and Conservation Act of 1979; however, the level of protection given to state listed
species does not apply to NCDOT activities.
Table 3 includes listed FSC species for Anson County and their state classifications.
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FEDERAL SPECIES OF CONCERN
ANSON COUNTY
E: Scientific Name North Carolina Habitat
Common Name
i Status Present
Moxostoma robustum SC No
(Robust redhorse)

Lindera subcoriacea
(Bog spicebush) E No
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E Denotes Endangered (species which are afforded protection by state
laws).
SC Denotes Special Concern (species which are afforded protection by
state laws).
A search of the NCNHP database showed no recorded occurrences of any FSC within the
project vicinity.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts
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Therefore, no impacts to federally protected plants or animals will result from the construction
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IX CULTURAL EFFECTS
This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the National Historical
Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, implemented by the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at 35 CFR Part 800.
Section 106 requires that for federally funded, licensed, or permitted projects having an effect
on properties listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, the Advisory
Council on Historic Preservation can be given the opportunity to comment.
A historic architectural resource report, prepared by Clay Griffith, dated October, 1997,
found the following:
1. There are no properties listed on the National Register or North Carolina State
Study List.
2. The Morven Depot was evaluated and is considered eligible for the National
Register.
3. Bridge No. 5 was evaluated and is not considered eligible for the National
Register.
The abandoned Morven Depot is largely intact, one-story, gable roof, frame building
constructed at the turn of the twentieth century for the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad (ACL RR).
The building is situated on an open parcel of land between the abandoned railroad tracks and
Depot Street, which was formerly US 52 (see Figures 2 and 4). The State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) has determined the project will have no effect on the Morven
Depot. This determination is based on the condition that any widening of Depot Street for the
proposed detour will be away from the depot.
The SHPO, in a memorandum dated March 21, 1997, stated there are no known
archaeological sites within the proposed project area and therefore, SHPO recommended that
no archaeological investigation be conducted in connection with this project. A copy of the
dL. SHPO memorandum is included in the Appendix.

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X. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
The project is expected to have an overall positive impact. Elimination of an
inadequate bridge will result in safer traffic operations.
The bridge elimination will not have an adverse affect on the quality of the human or
natural environment with the use of current NCDOT standards and specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning regulation. No
significant change in land use is expected to result from construction of the project.
No adverse impact on families or communities is anticipated. No relocatees are
expected with implementation of the proposed alternatives.
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.
There are no publicly owned parks, recreational facilities, or wildlife and waterfowl
refugees of national, state, or local significance in the vicinity of the project.
No geodetic survey markers will be impacted.
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The Farmland Protection Policy Act requires all federal agencies or their
representatives to consider the potential impacts to prime and important farmland soils by all
land acquisition and construction projects. Prime and important farmland soils are defined by
the U.S. Soil Conservation Service (SCS). Since the bridge will be eliminated and the
approaches reconstructed at the existing location, the Farmland Protection Policy Act does not
apply.
The project is an air quality "Neutral" project, so it is not required to be included the
regional emission analysis (If Applicable) and a project level CO analysis is not required.
The project is located in Anson County, which has been determined to be in
compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 40 CFR Part 51 is not
applicable because the proposed is located in an attainment area. This project is not
anticipated to create any adverse effects on the air quality of this attainment area.
The traffic volumes will not increase or decrease because of this project. These are no
receptors located in the immediate project area. The project's impact on noise and air quality
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will not be significant.
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 air quality in compliance with 15 NCAC 2d.0520.
This evaluation completes the assessment requirements for highway traffic noise (23 CFR Part
772) and for air quality (1990 CAAA and NEPA) and no additional reports are required.
An examination of records at the North Carolina Department of Environment and
Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality, Groundwater Section and the North Carolina
Department of Human Resources, Solid Waste Management Section revealed no underground
storage tanks or hazardous waste sites in the project area.
The Town of Morven is not a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program, and flood
hazard areas have not been identified. However, no floodplain is located in the project area.
All borrow and solid waste sites will be the responsibility of the Contractor. Solid
waste will be disposed of in strict adherence to the NC Division of Highways "Standard
Specifications for Roads and Structures." The Contractor will observe and comply with all
laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees regarding the disposal of solid waste. Solid
waste will not be placed into any existing land disposal sites that is in violation of state or
local rules.and regulations. Waste and debris will be disposed of in areas that are outside the
right-of-way and provided by the Contractor. The Contractor will be responsible for obtaining
borrow sites, delineating wetlands in borrow sites, and obtaining written concurrence on
delineated wetlands in borrow sites from the Corps of Engineers. Borrow material will not
be stockpiled or disposed adjacent to or in areas where they may runoff with stormwater into
streams and impoundments. Where it is absolutely necessary to store materials adjacent to
streams, they will be stored above the mean high water mark in such a manner that they would
not runoff with stormwater. Disposal of waste and debris will not be allowed in areas under
the Corps of Engineers regulating jurisdiction. In the event that COE jurisdictional areas
cannot be avoided, the Department will be responsible for mitigation.
The Contractor will maintain the earth surface of all waste areas, both during the
construction phase and until the completion of all seeding and mulching, or other erosion
control measures specified, in a manner that will effectively control erosion and siltation into
areas under the Corps of Engineers regulatory jurisdiction, streams and impoundments.
On the basis of the above discussion, it is concluded that no significant adverse
environmental effects will result from implementation of the project. The project is a Federal
"Categorical Exclusion" due to its limited scope and lack of significant environments
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TOWN OF MORVEN
P. O. BOX 295
MORVEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28119
March 18, 1997
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
N. C. Department of Transportation
P. 0. Box 25201
Raleigh, N. C. 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
Concerning the memorandum dated March 10, 1997, we believe the
removal of the bridge on Hwy. 52 over Depot Street and Southern Avenue
will be an asset to our community.
Since the bridge is narrow, it presents a traffic hazard with wide
equipment and trucks that travel this highway. We feel that if the
excess fill dirt can be used to fill the abandon railroad cut, it will
be a health and environmental help to our community.
We appreciate your consideration in this matter and will be glad
to help in any way.
Sincerely,
J. Preston Short
Mayor
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Norman Willey
Weatherill & Associates
4915 Water Edge Drive
Suite 295
Raleigh, North Carolina 27606
Dear Sir:
The closing of the old railroad bridge on Highway 52 in Morven, N. C. would
affect fourteen (14) bus routes. The buses serve Morven Elementary School(K-6),
Anson Middle School (7-8), and Anson Hi£li School (9-12).
Seven buses cross the bridge in the morning and seven cross the bridge in
the afternoon. An on site detour which would maintain the traffic flow
would not cause a problem in regard to bus schedules. However, a lengthy
detour.would hamper our ability to deliver students to their schools on
time.
We appreciate your consideration in this matter.
Thank you,
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David Hill
Transportation Director
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, `
Health and Natural Resources I Division of Water Quality
James Hunt, E5 E F1
Jonathan B. Howes, , Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 26, 1997
MEMORANDUM
To: Mr. Byron Brady, NCDOT, Planning & Environmental Branch
From: Cyndi Bell. NC Division of Water Quality G 0
Subject: Water Quality Checklist for Bridge Replacement Projects
Reference your correspondence dated February 12 and February 20, 1997, in which you requested
comments concenung the scope of work to be performed by Wetheriil Associates, Inc., for four bridge
replacement projects. The Division of Water Quality requests that NCDOT and its consultant consider the
following generic environmental commitments for design and construction of bridge replacements:
A. DWQ requests that DOT strictly adhere to North Carolina regulations entitled "Design Standards
in Sensitive Watersheds" 05A NCAC 04B .0024) throughout design and construction for this
project in the area that drains to streams having WS (Water Supply), ORW (Outstanding
Resource Water), HQW (High Qualitv Water), B (Body Contact), SA (Shellfish Water) or Tr
(Trout Water) classifications to protect existing uses.
B. DWQ requests that bridges be replaced on existing location with road closure, when practical. If
an on-site detour is necessary, remediation measures in accordance with DWQ requirements for
General 401 Certification 2726/Nationwide Permit No. 33 (Temporary Construction, Access wid
Dewatering) must be followed.
C. DWQ requests that hazardous spill catch basins be installed at any brid=e crossing a stream
classified as HQW or WS (Water Supply). The number of catch basins installed should be
determined by die design of the bridge, so that runoff would enter said basin(s) rather than
directly flowing into the stream.
D. To the maximum extent practicable. DOT should not install the bridge bents in the creek.
z E. Weiland impacts should be avoided (including sediment and erosion control
structures/measures) to the maximum extent practical. If this is not possible. alternatives that
minimize wetland impacts should be chosen. Mitigation for unavoidable impacts will be
required by DWQ if impacts exceed one acre. Smaller impacts may require mitigation by the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
F. Borrowiw ste areas should not be located in wetlands. It is likely that compensatory mitigation
_ will be required if wetlands are impacted by waste or borrow.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX # [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50°/a recycted/10% post consumer paper
Mr. Byron Brady Memo
February 26, 1997
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G. DWQ Prefers replacement of bridges with bridges. If the new structure is to be a culvert, it
should be countersunk to allow unimpeded fish passage through the crossing.
H. If foundation test borings will be required, this should be noted in the document. Geotechnical
work is approved under General 401 Certification Number 3027/Nationwide Permit No. 6 for
Survey Activities. Written concurrence from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is required in designated mountain trout counties.
1. If this project is processed as a Categorical Exclusion. NCDOT is reminded that mitigation will
be required if wetland impacts exceed one acre, in accordance with DWQ Wetland Rules (15A
NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(2)).
The attached table has been prepared by DWQ for your assistance in studying the systems involved in
these bridge replacements. This information includes the DWQ Index Number, DWQ Stream
Classification, river basin. and preliminary comments for each crossing. Please note that National
Wetland Inventory (INTWI) map references are not to be replaced by onsite wetland determinations by
qualified biologists.
Thant: you for your request for DWQ input. DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water Quality
Certification requires satisfaction of water quality concerts, to ensure that water quality standards are met
and designated uses are not lost or degraded. Questions regardim_ the 401 Certification or other water
quality issues should be directed to Cyndi Bell at [phone] in DWQ's Water Quality Environmental
Sciences Branch.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO
May 7, 1997
Special Studies and
Flood Plain Services Section
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Division of Highways
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
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This is in response to your letter of February 20, 1997, requesting our scoping
comments on the replacement of Bridge No. 5, U.S. 52 over Depot Street and Southern
Avenue in the town of Morven, Anson County, State Project 8.1651301, TIP No.
B-3103. Comments on this bridge replacement are to be used in a Planning and
Environmental Study (Categorical Exclusion).
Our comments involve impacts to flood plains and jurisdictional resources, which
include waters, wetlands, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects. The proposed
project would not cross any Corps-constructed flood control or navigation project.
Enclosed are our comments on the other issues.
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on this project. If we can be of further
assistance, please contact us.
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C. E. Shuford, Jr., P.E.
Acting Chief, Engineering
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U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, WILMINGTON DISTRICT, COMMENTS ON:
Replacement of Bridge No. 5, US 52 over Depot Street and Southern Avenue in the
town of Morven, Anson County (Categorical Exclusion)
1. FLOOD PLAINS: POC - Mr. Bobby L. Willis, Special Studies and Flood Plain
Services Section, at (9101251-4728
The proposed project is located in the jurisdiction of the town of Morven. Morven
is not a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program and does not have flood
hazard areas identified. However, from a review of the pertinent United States
Geological Survey topo maps of the area (Morven East and Morven West), we would
not consider the proposed bridge to be in a flood hazard area.
2. WATERS AND WETLANDS: POC - Mr. Scott McLendon, Wilmington Field
Office, Regulatory Branch, at [phone]
Due to the need for additional information, Regulatory Branch comments on this
project will"be provided by separate correspondence. If you have any questions related
to Department of the Army permits for this project, they should be addressed to
Mr. McLendon.

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REAL PROPERTY
Michael F. Hutchins
Real Estate Services
March 10, 1997
Mr. Bvron E. Brady, P.E.
Project Planning Engineer
North Carolina. Dept. of Trans.
Division of Highways
P. O. Box 25201
Raleigh. NC 27611-5201
Re: Bridge Replacement. Morven. NC. 37007-0015
301 West Bay Street
Suite 800
Jacksonville, FL 32202
[phone]
FAX: [phone]
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We are in receipt of your letter of February 7. 1997, regarding planned replacement of a bridge for
Highway US 52 in Morven, Anson County, North Carolina (TIP Project No. B-3103).
You indicate that this railroad line ran between Cheraw. South Carolina and Wadesboro. North Carolina,
and abandoned for many years. Review of our records indicates a disclaimer for the segment of right of
way was filed on September 13. 1994. CSX Transportation. Inc. did retain a fee interest in parcels as
noted on the attached fragment print. Should any of these parcels be impacted and need to be acquired by
NCDOT, you should follow up with Mr. Steve R- Hannan of this office at [phone].
Should you have any further questions please feel free to contact me.
Sincerelv.
Michael F. Hutchins
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resource
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James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
March 21, 1997
MEMORANDUM
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Planning and Environmental Branch
Division of Highways
Department of Transportation
FROM: David Brook-?''?'????'2???v
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
SUBJECT: Bridge Group XIII, Bridge 5 on US 52 over
Depot Street and Southern Avenue,
Anson County, B-3103, ER 97-8562
Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
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Thank you for your letter of February 20, 1997, concerning the above project.
We have conducted a search of our files and are aware of no structures of
historical or architectural importance located within the planning area. We look
forward to meeting with an architectural historian from the North Carolina
Department of Transportation to review the aerial and photographs of the project
area so we can make our survey recommendation.
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.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations
for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
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cc: N. Graf
B. Church
T. Padgett
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4t James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
November 17, 1997
Nicholas L. Graf
Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh, N.C. 27601-1442
Re: Replace Bridge #5 on US 52 over Depot Street
and Southern Avenue, Anson County, Federal
Aid Project BRSTP-52(8), TIP B-3103, State
Project 8.1651301, ER 98-7789
Dear Mr. Graf:
Thank you for your letter of October 17, 1997, transmitting the historic structures
survey report by Clay Griffith concerning the above project.
For purposes of compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act, we concur that the following property is eligible for the National Register of
Historic Places under the criterion cited:
Morven Depot. The depot is eligible under Criterion C as an example of the
late-Victorian rural train depots built for the state and region's growing rail
network. The depot embodies the distinctive characteristics of.this building
type and architectural style, and it retains a high degree of integrity.
The report meets our office's guidelines and those of the Secretary of the Interior.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations
A 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.
f Sincerely,
IW David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
August 15, 2000
MEMORANDUM TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
ALL CONCERNED PARTIES
DAVID MCCOY
SECRETARY
V. Charles Bruton, Ph.D., Assistant Manager
Project Development & Environmental Analysis Branch
Revised List of Project Commitments for Anson County,
Replacement of Bridge No. 5 Over Depot Street &
Southern Avenue, State Project No. 8.1651301, Federal Aid
Project No. BRSTP-52(8), TIP No. B-3103
The original list of project commitments, dated 27 July 2000, that were developed
during the pre-construction phase of the subject project has been revised. The
commitment regarding Bridge Demolition has been removed since the area under the
existing bridge will be filled in order to construct the new roadway. Please disregard the
previous list and replace it with the revised attached list. If you have any questions or
need additional information, please contact Lynn Smith at [phone].
VCB/als
Attachment
cc: Ms. Debbie Barbour, P.E.
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E
Mr. John Alford, P.E.
Mr. David Henderson, P.E.
Mr. Tim Roundtree, P.E.
Mr. Randy Garris, P.E.
Mr. W.D. Johnson
Mr. N.L. Graf (FHWA)
Mr. Victor Barbour, P.E., Design Services
Mr. Jimmy Lynch, P.E., Traffic Engineering & Safety System
Mr. David Harris, Area Roadside Environmental
Mr. Scott Allen, P.E., Area Roadway Construction
MAILING ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: [phone] LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAX: [phone] TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
PROJECT DEVELOPMENTAND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE. WWW.DOH.DOT.STATE.NC.US RALEIGH NC
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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Mr. Max Buchanan, P.E., Area Bridge Construction
Mr. Bill Strickland, Resident Engineer, Division 10
Mr. Michael Penney, PD&EA
Mr. David Timpy, COE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, DWQ, Raleigh

PROJECT COMMITMENTS
Replacement of Bridge No. 5
Over Depot Street & Southern Avenue
Anson County
Federal Aid No.. BRSTP-52(8)
State Project No. 8.1651301
TIP. No. B-3103
In addition to the Nationwide Permit No. 23 Conditions,. General Nationwide
Permit Conditions, Section 404 Only Conditions, Regional Conditions, State
Consistency Condition, General Certification Conditions, and Section 401
Conditions of Certification, the following special commitments have been agreed
to by NCDOT:
Commitments Developed Through Project Development and Design
Roadside Environmental Unit, Division 10
All standard procedures and measures, including NCDOT's Best Management
Practices for the Protection of Surface Waters will be implemented to avoid or
minimize environmental impacts. All applicable Best Management Practices will
be included and properly maintained during project construction. This is a
standard NCDOT Procedure.
Roadway Design
The proposed temporary detour will be designed to avoid any widening of Depot
Street on the west side in the vicinity of the Morven Depot. This issue was
addressed during the design phase.
Contacts:
Lynn Smith, Project Development & Environmental Analysis (NCDOT), [phone]
Dave Timpy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, [phone]
John Hennessy, Division of Water Quality, [phone]
Preconstruction
08/11/00
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B-2608 & B-3103
Subject: B-2608 & B-3103
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2000 16:15:00 -0500
From: "Lynn A. Smith" <lasmith @dot. state.nc.us>
Organization: North Carolina Department of Transportation
To: john hennessey <[e-mail]>
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Hey John! Hope you are feeling better! Thanks for all your help with Cuckold's Creek bridge. I will
summarize what is going on at these two bridge replacement projects.
B-2608--Richmond Co.
We are replacing bridges over Little River and Little River Overflow. We are calling the overflow a
wetland. South of the existing bridges, are loblolly pine plantations and some of this area we are calling
wetlands. There is also a very small area of ponded water next to Little River. I don't know where this
little area came from, but it is there (about the size of a volkswagon). I don't know the exact acreage of
impacts, because nothing has been verified.
B-3103--Anson Co.
Bridge replacement over old railroad bed and stream. There is a wetland (less than 0.1 of an acre) present.
The top layer of soil is very gray, but below 6 inches is the old railroad bed (gravel). Wetland vegetation
(elderberry, juncus, black willow) and hydrology is present. In the project area, we are calling the stream
intermittent to a point and then perennial. The stream is next to an abandoned railroad bed, and seems
degraded. We think that once the railroad was taken out that
the stream was channelized and now looks more like a ditch. Once
you get out of the project boundaries, it looks more like a stream (with
a meandering channel). In the project area, we found fish (pickerel)
and crayfish and there is a lot of aquatic vegetation present. The
average width is 6 ft and depth is approximately 1 ft, and flow is
moderate.
I'm not sure if Anson County is in your jurisdiction or if I need to be talking to Cynthia about this one.
Please let me know if you want to plan site visits for these two. They both are scheduled for September
2000 let dates. Thanks for all of your help!
Lynn
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STATE OI. NORTH CAROLINA
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. 1-IUNI' JR. DAVIT) McCoy
J GOVERNOR 5FCRFTARY
July 27, 2000
MEMORANDUM TO: ALL CONCERNED PARTIES
FROM:., V. Charles Bruton, Ph.D., Assistant Manager
Project Development & Environmental Analysis Branch
SUBJECT: Anson County, Replacement of Bridge No. 5 Over Depot
Street & Southern Avenue, State Project No. 8.1651301,
Federal Aid Project No. BRSTP-52(8), TIP No. B-3103
Attached is a list of project commitments that were developed during the pre-
construction phase of the subject project. If you have any questions or need additional
information, please contact Lynn Smith at [phone].
VCB/als
Attachment
cc:
Mr. Calvin Leggett, P.E., Program Development
Mr. Victor Barbour, P.E., Design Services
Mr. Jimmy Lynch, P.E., Traffic Engineering & Safety System
Mr. David Harris, Area Roadside Environmental
Mr. Scott Allen, P.E., Area Roadway Construction
Mr. Max Buchanan, P.E., Area Bridge Construction
Mr. Bill Strickland, Resident Engineer, Division 10
Mr. Michael Penney, PD&EA
Mr. David Timpy, COE, Wilmington
Mr. John Hennessy, DWQ, Raleigh
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW. DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
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and Removal" during the removal of Bridge No. 5.
Roadway Design
The proposed temporary detour will be designed to avoid any widening of Depot
Street on the west side in the vicinity of the Morven Depot. This issue was
addressed during the design phase.
Contacts:.
Lynn Smith, Project Development & Environmental Analysis (NCDOT), [phone]
Dave Timpy, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, [phone]
John Hennessy Division of Water Quality, [phone]
minimize environmental impacts. All applicable Best'Management Practices will
be'included and properly maintained during project construction. This is a
standard NCDOT Procedure.
Division 10/ Structure Design
NCDOT will adhere to the Best Management Practices for "Bridge Demolition
PROJECT COMMITMENTS
Replacement of Bridge No. 5
Over Depot Street .& Southern Avenue
Anson County
Federal Aid No. BRSTP-52(8)
State Project No. 8.1651301
TIP. No. B-3103
In addition to the Nationwide Permit No. 23, Conditions, General Nationwide
Permit Conditions, Section 404 Only Conditions, Regional Conditions, State
Consistency Condition, General Certification. Conditions, and Section 401
Conditions of Certification, the following special commitments have been agreed
to by NCDOT:
Commitments Developed Through Project Development and Design
Roadside Environmental Unit, Division 10
All standard procedures and measures, including NCDOT's Best Management
Practices for the Protection of Surface Waters will be implemented to avoid or

Preconstruction
07/24/00
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