20191425 Ver 1_BR-0009 BAT memo_20191017

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES H. TROGDON, III
SECRETARY
August 21, 2018
Jeff Hemphill, Environmental Senior Specialist
Environmental Coordination & Permitting Group Western, EAU
Melissa Miller, Environmental Program Consultant
Biological Surveys Group, EAU
SUBJECT: Section 7 survey result
septentrionalis) and gray
replacement of Bridge No.
County, TIP No. BR-0009.
for the northern long-eared bat (Myotis
bat (Myotis grisescens) associated with the
79 over the Broad River on NC 9 in Buncombe
On June 15, 2018, NCDOT biologists assessed Bridge No. 79 for potential northern long-
eared bat and gray bat habitat. No vertical top -sealed shallow crevices or deep vertical
unsealed crevices suitable for roosting were present. No evidence (bats, staining, and
guano) of bats was observed. No mines or caves were detected in the project area.
Bridge No. 79 is approximately 3 miles to the nearest red HUC.
Final design, tree clearing and percussive activities information will be provided in the
permit application.
If you need any additional information, please contact Melissa Miller at 919-707-6127.
Mailing Address:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT &
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS UNIT
1598 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1598
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE:NCDOT.GOV
Location:
CENTURY CENTER, BUILDING B
1020 BIRCH RIDGE DRIVE
RALEIGH NC 27610