20200046 Ver 1_MCDC__Pipe_301_Cabarrus_FINAL (signed)_20200108

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MINIMUM CRITERIA DETERMINATION CHECKLIST
The following questions provide direction in determining when the Department is
required to prepare environmental documents for state -funded construction and
maintenance activities. Answer questions for Parts A through C by checking either
"Yes" or "No". Complete Part D of the checklist when Minimum Criteria Rule
categories #8, 12(i) or #15 are used.
TIP Project No.: NA
State Project No.: 17BP.10.C.6
Project Location: Pipe No. 120301 over Branch of Little Bear Creek on SR 2608 (Hahn
Road) in Cabarrus County.
Project Description: The proposed project involves replacing Pipe No. 120301 over a
Branch of Little Bear Creek on SR 2608 (Hahn Road) in Cabarrus County. Pipe No.
120301 will be replaced on the existing alignment with two (2) -10 ft by 8 ft reinforced
concrete box culverts. The roadway cross section over the proposed replacement
structures will include two ten -foot lanes. The proposed roadway grade at the location of
the new box culverts will be approximately two (2) feet over existing. The approach
roadway will extend approximately 550' southwest of proposed box culverts and
approximately 350' north to SR 2453. The existing right-of-way width is 60 feet.
Due to low traffic volumes and available nearby alternative routes, traffic will be
detoured off -site during the construction period. The detour route includes NC 73 and SR
2453 (South Lentz Harness Shop Road), approximately 2.24 miles (see Detour Map).
There are no residential or business accesses in the immediate project area. Local access
to active farming in the immediate vicinity of the bridge replacement can be maintained
during construction. Through traffic will be precluded.
The current estimated costs of the project are:
Right of Way Acquisition & Utilities = $66,000
Construction (Roadway & Structure) _ $657,000
Total Project Cost = $ 723,500
Anticipated Permit or Consultation Requirements: Two jurisdictional streams occur
in the project area. A Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 will likely be applicable. An NWT
No. 33 may also apply for temporary construction activities such as stream dewatering,
work bridges, or temporary causeways that are often used during bridge construction or
rehabilitation. The USACE holds the final discretion as to what permit will be required to
authorize project construction. If a Section 404 permit is required, then a Section 401
Water Quality Certification from the NCDWR will be needed.
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Additional coordination with USFWS may be required following the completion of
habitat assessment and surveys for Carolina heelsplitter.
Special Project Information:
Environmental Commitments: The list of project commitments (green -sheet) is located
at the end of the checklist.
Estimated Traffic:
ADT (2017 ): 160 vpd
Crash Rates: No data is available regarding crash rates in the vicinity of this pipe.
Cultural Resources: This project was reviewed by NCDOT's cultural resources staff
under a programmatic agreement with the State Historic Preservation Office. No potential
historic architectural resources were identified, and no detailed survey was required. An
archaeological survey was conducted and found no archaeological sites.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodations: There is no presence of bicycle, pedestrian,
greenway, or transit facilities, therefore, no bicycle or pedestrian accommodations are
proposed for the project.
Structure Demolition: The existing pipe is constructed of soil cement headwalls. The
replacement and demolition of this type of structure is likely to result in debris in the
water based on standard demolition practices. NCDOT will ensure that the demolition
process complies with environmental permit requirements.
Design Exceptions: No design exceptions are anticipated for this project.
Alternatives Considered:
No Build — The no build alternative would result in eventually closing the road,
which is anticipated to cause considerable disruption to local and regional transportation
users.
Rehabilitation — The substructure consists of pipe arch and soil cement headwalls. The
pipe was built in 1978. The soil cement and pipe arch within the structure are reaching
the end of their useful life. Rehabilitation would require replacing the pipe.
Off -site Detour - An off -site detour was evaluated due to low traffic volumes served
by SR 2608 (Hahn Road). The off -site detour route includes NC 73 and SR 2453 (South
Lentz Harness Shop Road).
On -site Detour — An on -site detour was not evaluated due to low traffic volumes
served by SR 2608 (Hahn Road) and availability of a suitable off -site route.
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Staged Construction — Staged construction was not considered because of the
availability of an acceptable off -site detour.
New Alignment — Given that the alignment for SR 2608 (Hahn Road) is acceptable, a
new alignment was not considered as an alternative.
Public Involvement: A landowner notification letter was sent to all property owners
affected directly by this project, and property owners were invited to comment. No
comments have been received to date.
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PART A: MINIMUM CRITERIA
Item I to be completed by the Engineer. YES
1. Is the proposed project listed as a type and class of activity allowed under
the Minimum Criteria Rule in which environmental documentation is not
required?
If the answer to number 1 is "no", then the project does not qualify as a
minimum criteria project. A state environmental assessment is required.
If yes, under which category? 9
If either category #8, #12(i) or #15 is used complete Part D of this checklist.
PART B: MINIMUM CRITERIA EXCEPTIONS
Items 2 — 4 to be completed by the Engineer. YES
2. Could the proposed activity cause significant changes in land use ❑
concentrations that would be expected to create adverse air quality
impacts?
3. Will the proposed activity have secondary impacts or cumulative ❑
impacts that may result in a significant adverse impact -to human health
or the environment?
4. Is the proposed activity of such an unusual nature or does the proposed ❑
activity have such widespread implications, that an uncommon concern
for its environmental effects has been expressed to the Department?
Item 5-8 to be completed by Division Environmental Officer.
5. Does the proposed activity have a significant adverse effect on wetlands; ❑
surface waters such as rivers, streams, and estuaries; parklands; prime or
unique agricultural lands; or areas of recognized scenic, recreational,
archaeological, or historical value?
6. Will the proposed activity endanger the existence of a species on the ❑
Department of Interior's threatened and endangered species list?
7. Could the proposed activity cause significant changes in land use ❑
concentrations that would be expected to create adverse water quality or
ground water impacts?
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8. Is the proposed activity expected to have a significant adverse effect on ❑
long-term recreational benefits or shellfish, finfish, wildlife, or their
natural habitats
If any questions 2 through 8 are answered "yes", the proposed project may not qualify as a
Minimum Criteria project. A state environmental assessment (EA) may be required. For
assistance, contact:
Manager, Environmental Analysis Unit
1598 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1598
(919) 707 — 6000
Fax: [phone]
PART C: COMPLIANCE WITH STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Items 9-12 to be completed by Division Environmental Officer.
YES NO
9. Is a federally protected threatened or endangered species, or its
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habitat, likely to be impacted by the proposed action?
10. Does the action require the placement of temporary or permanent
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fill in waters of the United States?
11. Does the project require the placement of a significant amount of
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fill in high quality or relatively rare wetland ecosystems, such as
mountain bogs or pine savannahs?
12. Is the proposed action located in an Area of Environmental
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Concern, as defined in the coastal Area Management Act?
Items 13 —1 S to be completed by the Engineer. R
13. Does the project require stream relocation or channel changes? ❑
Cultural Resources
14. Will the project have an "effect" on a property or site listed on the ❑
National Register of Historic Places?
15. Will the proposed action require acquisition of additional right of ❑
way from publicly owned parkland or recreational areas?
Questions in Part "C" are designed to assist the Engineer and the Division Environmental
Officer in determining whether a permit or consultation with a state or federal resource
agency may be required. If any questions in Part "C" are answered "yes", follow the
appropriate permitting procedures prior to beginning project construction.
Questions 9: As of June 27, 2018 the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
lists three federally protected species for Cabarrus County. The Biological Conclusion
was rendered based on survey results in the study area.
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Scientific Name
Common Name
Federal
Status
Habitat
Present
Biological
Conclusion
Myotis septentrionalis
Northern long-eared bat
T
Unknown
MA-NLAA
Lasmigona decorata
Carolina heelsplitter
E
Unknown
Unresolved
Helianthus schweinitzii
Schweinitz's sunflower
E
Yes
NE
E - Endangered
T - Threatened
MA-NLAA - May Affect Not Likely to Adversely Affect
NE - No Effect
Northern Long -Eared Bat (NLEB)
Construction activities for this project will not take place until Endangered Species Act
compliance is satisfied for NLEB. NCDOT Division 10 Environmental Staff will be
responsible for habitat assessment for the NLEB. The criteria for the 4(d) rule has been
met.
Carolina Heelsplitter
Construction activities for this project will not place until Endangered Species Act
compliance is satisfied for the Carolina heelsplitter. NCDOT Division 10 Environmental
Staff will be responsible for habitat assessment and surveys for the Carolina heelsplitter.
Question 10: It is anticipated that temporary or permanent fill will be needed to construct
the bridge. A Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 will likely be applicable. An NWP No. 33
may also apply for temporary construction activities such as stream dewatering, work
bridges, or temporary causeways that are often used during bridge construction or
rehabilitation. The USACE holds the final discretion as to what permit will be required to
authorize project construction.
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PART D:( To be completed when either category #8, 12(i) or #15 of the rules are
used.
Items 16- 22 to be completed by Division Environmental Officer.
16. Project length:
17. Right of Way width:
18. Project completion date:
19. Total acres of newly disturbed ground
surface:
20. Total acres of wetland impacts:
21. Total linear feet of stream impacts:
22. Project purpose:
If Part D of the checklist is completed, send a copy of the entire checklist document to:
David B. Harris, PE
State Roadside Environmental Engineer
Mail Service Center 1557
Raleigh, NC 27699-1557
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
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DocuSigned by:
Prepared by: Q-"tA\l Date:
Ronald (Ron) D. Allen, PE, CPM
Roadway Project Manager
KCI Associates of NC
DocuSigned by:
Reviewed by: P ouko z 40'` WOOQ Date:
For J. Scott Co e, gI?887B80E4404...
Division Engineer L
6/26/2019
6/27/2019
DocuSigned by:
Tut%rsm Date: 6/26/2019
Larry Thompson, V. 4.9" rocs ...
Division Environmental Officer
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PROJECT COMMITMENTS
Cabarrus County
Pipe No. 120301 over Branch of Little Bear Creek on SR 2608 (Hahn Road)
W.B.S. No. 17BP.10.C.6
TIP No. NA
Hydraulics Unit
The Hydraulics Unit will coordinate with the NC Floodplain Mapping Program (FMP), to
determine the status of the project with regard to the applicability of NCDOT'S
Memorandum of Agreement, or approval of a Conditional Letter of Map Revision
(CLOMR) and subsequent final Letter of Map Revision (LOMR).
Division 10
According to Cabarrus County Public Schools Director of Transportation, school buses
make 10 trips per day through the entire corridor. Consequently, any roadway closure or
detours related to this project will have a moderate impact on the county school system.
The County Schools Director of Transportation also requested a turnaround to be in place
for school buses on both sides of the closure, as the distance to access any detour would
be considerably longer. The Resident Engineer will investigate during construction and
coordinate with contractor as necessary.
Cabarrus County Emergency Services Director indicated that the project will cause a low
impact on the EMS services. In addition, Cabarrus County planning and zoning manager
mentioned that there are multiple active farms located nearby the proposed pipe
replacement.
It is recommended that the project team coordinate with NCDOT Engineers prior to the
construction to mitigate any adverse impacts on active farming and the County Schools in
the project study area and also, in the vicinity of the project.
Division 10
NCDOT Division 10 Environmental Staff will be responsible for habitat assessment for
the NLEB and for habitat assessment and surveys for the Carolina heelsplitter.
Archaeological surveys and any required coordination will be completed prior to project
letting.

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