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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20190331 Ver 2_PA 17-05-0058 Rowan (NSR)_20221017Project •lrackingNo.: 17-05-0058 NO ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY REQUIRED FORM /? q a Q This form only pertains to ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES for this project. It is not a ,, ...o0a 7)valid for Historic Architecture and Landscapes. You must consult separately with the Historic Architecture and Landscapes Group. PROJECT INFORMATION Project No. WBS No. F.A. No: Bridge 81 17BP.9.R.76 Federal Permit Required? County: Rowan Document: MCC Funding: ® State ❑ Federal ® Yes ❑ No Permit Type: USACE Project Description: The project involves the replacement of Bridge No. 81 on SR 1926 (Hannah's Ferry Rd) over Deals Creek in Rowan County, North Carolina. The archaeological Area of Potential Effects (APE) measures 600 feet in length (300 feet from each bridge end -point) and 150 feet in width (75 feet from the SR 1926 center -line). SUMMARY OF CULTURAL RESOURCES REVIEW Brief description of review activities, results of review, and conclusions: Permitting and funding information was reviewed for determining the level of archaeological input required by state and federal laws. Based on the submitted "request for cultural resources review" form, the project is state - funded with federal permit interaction. As such, Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act will apply and the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will serve as the lead federal agency. Next, construction design and other data was examined (when applicable) to define the character and extent of potential impacts to the ground surfaces embracing the project locale. Because the project appears to be an in -place replacement of the structure, the APE was primarily designed to capture any federal permit area or construction footprint within the proposed 150ft wide right-of-way (ROW). Once an APE was outlined, a map review and site file search was conducted at the Office of State Archaeology (OSA) on Friday, June 9, 2017. No previously documented archaeological sites are located in the APE or directly adjacent. One archaeological site was recorded a short distance north of the project area. However, the site is characterized by the recovery of a single artifact (flake) from eroded soils. No other archaeological sites are in the vicinity, probably due to the absence of landform and underlying poorly drained ground surfaces. Examination of National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), State Study Listed (SL), Locally Designated (LD), Determined Eligible (DE), and Surveyed Site (SS) properties employing resources available on the NCSHPO website is important in establishing the location of noteworthy historic occupations related to a perspective construction impact area. A cross-check of these mapped resources concluded that none of the above properties with potential contributing archaeological components are situated within or proximal to the APE. In addition, historic maps of Rowan County were appraised to identify former structure locations, land use patterns, or other confirmation of historic occupation in the project vicinity. Archaeological/historical reference materials were inspected as well. In general, the cultural background review established that no previously recorded archaeological sites, NRHP properties, or cemeteries are located within the APE. Based on cultural -historical factors, the APE is considered to have a low potential for the documentation of archaeological resources. Further, topographic, geologic, flood boundary, and NRCS soil survey maps (ChA) were referenced to evaluate pedeological, geomorphological, hydrological, and other environmental determinants that may have resulted in past occupation at this location. Aerial and on -ground photographs (NCDOT Spatial Data Viewer) and the Google Street View map application (when amenable) were also examined/utilized for additional assessment of "No ARCHALOLOGY SURMY RBQU/1?6D " form for the Amended Minor Transportation Projects asQuatified in the 2015 Programmatic Agreement. 1 of Project Tracking No.: 17-05-0058 disturbances, both natural and human induced, which compromise the integrity of archaeological sites. Environmental/impact factors do not suggest a heightened potential for archaeological resource recovery. Brief Explanation of why the available information provides a reliable basis for reasonably predicting that there are no unidentified historic properties in the APE: The entire APE is underlain by frequently flooded and somewhat poorly drained soils. Furthermore, the lack of landform presence would have likely discouraged historic or prehistoric settlement/occupation at this location. Intact and preserved archaeological deposits eligible for the NRHP are unlikely to be present in the defined APE. Since the current project area is situated in a frequently flooded area very near to the Yadkin River, the APE is considered to have very low archaeological site potential. As currently proposed as a state -funded project with federal permit interaction, no further consultation is advocated. A finding of "no archaeological survey required" is considered appropriate. SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION See attached: ® Map(s) ® Previous Survey Info ❑ Photocopy of County Survey Notes FINDING BY NCDOT ARCHAEOLOGIST NO ARCHAEOLOGY SURVEYREQWRED ❑ Photos ❑Correspondence Other: "No ARCHAEOLOGY SUR Vli Y REQUIRED " form for• the Amended Minor Transportation Projects asQnalifred in the 2015 Programmatic Agreement. 2U2 E S RI , C 0 L L O � w � C U) N Y as E to O o o a U x Z N t C t � QJ O r N 3 � C L o •� f r m E o f0 w L C +' v N w � O fa u v M L L @ J L U N f j 0 U) Q) N C L U yu O L U m fa m a L 1 l] (A N fu JC- C k L to C:3 i0 co n Y � E ra VI -C U N v o E O. w E O v v +� fo C C N � L N c 3 v v fu rn v L LY r O Y U c Z O Y L � a� E E 1° Mn 0 � •3 O 0 C u Z zj n O a O H w a� Of V W 0 ce C C 30 L L ti L w C m N ,-' m an E o � ro o nv x z v T L v ,o s w t � 3 �+ c � O L � r O � t... 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ChA—Chewacla loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded Map Unit Setting • National map unit symbol: 2vy6r • Elevation: 330 to 660 feet • Mean annual precipitation: 37 to 51 inches • Mean annual air temperature: 61 to 64 degrees F • Frost free period: 180 to 280 days • Farmland classification: Prime farmland if drained and either protected from flooding or not frequently flooded during the growing season Map Unit Composition • Chewacla, frequently flooded, and similar soils: 90 percent • Minor components: 10 percent • Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit. Description of Chewacla, Frequently Flooded Setting • Landform: Flood plains • Landform position (two-dimensional): Toeslope • Landform position (three-dimensional): TaIf • Down -slope shape: Concave • Across -slope shape: Linear • Parent material: Loamy alluvium derived from igneous and metamorphic rock Typical profile • Ap - 0 to 6 inches: loam • Bw - 6 to 52 inches: sandy clay loam • Cg - 52 to 60 inches: stratified sandy loam Properties and qualities • Slope: 0 to 2 percent • Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches • Natural drainage class: Somewhat poorly drained • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water (Ksat): Moderately high to high (0.20 to 2.00 in/hr) • Depth to water table: About 6 to 24 inches • Frequency of flooding: Frequent • Frequency of ponding: None • Available water storage in profile: High (about 10.4 inches) DE75 Aij CL DE73 &VIE A hurchland 0 0 Q C: 0 ELickler Rd 547 548 '30" 550 ..a race_ Ln Lu 'C DAVIDSON JJ 0'6 g k J_ RW206 J, `Highland.WI� 7 725- v. 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