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NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICAL REPORT
Replacement of Bridge No. 239 on Mount Pleasant Road (SR 1006)
over Adams Creek
Cabarrus County, North Carolina
TIP B-5790
WBS No. WBS 45744.1.1
THE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Unit
Natural Environment Section
October 2016

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................1
2.0 METHODOLOGY AND QUALIFICATIONS................................................ 1
3.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES.................................................................................1
3.1 Soils....................................................................................................................... 2
3.2 Water Resources.................................................................................................. 2
4.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES....................................................................................... 3
4.1 Terrestrial Communities..................................................................................... 3
4.1.1 Maintained/Disturbed..................................................................................... 3
4.1.2 Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest (Piedmont Subtype) ..................................... 3
4.1.3 Piedmont Alluvial Forest................................................................................ 3
4.1.4 Terrestrial Community Impacts...................................................................... 4
4.2 Terrestrial Wildlife.............................................................................................. 4
4.3 Aquatic Communities.......................................................................................... 4
4.4 Invasive Species.................................................................................................... 5
5.0 JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES.............................................................................. 5
5.1 Clean Water Act Waters of the U.S................................................................... 5
5.2 Clean Water Act Permits.................................................................................... 5
5.3 Coastal Area Management Act Areas of Environmental Concern ................. 6
5.4 Construction Moratoria...................................................................................... 6
5.5 NC River Basin Buffer Rules.............................................................................. 6
5.6 Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 Navigable Waters .................................... 6
5.7 Wetland and Stream Mitigation......................................................................... 6
5.7.1 Avoidance and Minimization of Impacts........................................................ 6
5.7.2 Compensatory Mitigation of Impacts............................................................. 6
5.8 Endangered Species Act Protected Species....................................................... 7
5.9 Bald Eagle and Golden Eagle Protection Act ................................................... 8
5.10 Endangered Species Act Candidate Species .................................................... 9
5.11 Essential Fish Habitat........................................................................................ 9
6.0 REFERENCES.................................................................................................. 10
Appendix A. Figures
Figure 1. Vicinity Map
Figure 2. Topographic Map
Figure 3. Jurisdictional Features Map
Figure 4. Terrestrial Communities Map
Appendix B. Scientific Names of Species Identified in Report
Appendix C. Qualifications of Contributors
Table1. Soils in the study area........................................................................................2
Table 2. Water resources in the study area....................................................................2
Table 3. Physical characteristics of water resources in the study area........................2
Table 4. Coverage of terrestrial communities in the study area...................................4
Table 5. Jurisdictional characteristics of water resources in the study area ..............5
Table 6. Federally protected species listed for Cabarrus County................................7

Natural Resources Technical Report
1.0 INTRODUCTION
TIP B-5790, Cabarrus County, NC
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace bridge number
239 on Mount Pleasant Road (SR 1006) over Adams Creek in Cabarrus County (TIP B-5790)
(Figure 1). The following Natural Resources Technical Report (NRTR) has been prepared to
assist in the preparation of a Categorical Exclusion (CE) for the proposed project.
2.0 METHODOLOGY AND QUALIFICATIONS
All work was conducted in accordance with the NCDOT Natural Environment Section standard
operating procedures and July 2012 NRTR template. Field work was conducted on March 15
and August 23, 2016. The principal personnel contributing to this document were:
Principal
Investigator:
Nathan Howell
Education:
B.S. Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology, North Carolina State
University, 2013
M.S. Plant and Microbial Biology, North Carolina State University, 2015
Experience:
Environmental Scientist, Three Oaks Engineering 2015-present
Internship: Species Inventory, Monitoring, and Research in North Carolina
State Parks
Responsibilities:
Wetland and stream delineations, natural community assessment,
document preparation, threatened and endangered species surveys
Investigator: Evan Morgan
Education: B.S. Environmental Science, Virginia Tech, 2014
Experience: Environmental Scientist, Three Oaks Engineering March 2015 — Present
Environmental Scientist, The Catena Group, March 2015 — June 2015
Environmental Specialist I, Virginia Department of Environmental
Quality, June 2014-December 2014
Responsibilities: Wetland and stream delineations, document preparation, GIS, threatened
and endangered species surveys
Additional personnel who contributed to portions of the documentation for this project was
Nancy Scott. Appendix C lists the qualifications of this contributor.
3.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES
The study area lies in the Piedmont physiographic region of North Carolina (Figure 1).
Topography in the project vicinity is comprised of rolling hills and floodplains along rivers and
streams. Elevations in the study area range from 518-538 feet (ft) above sea level (Figure 2).
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Land use in the project vicinity consists primarily of agricultural and forested areas with some
residential houses.
3.1 Soils
The Cabarrus County, North Carolina Soil Survey identifies two soil types within the study area
(Table 1).
Table 1. Soils in the study area
Mapping
Hydric
Soil Series
Unit
Drainage Class
Status
Badin channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes
BaD
Well drained
Nonhydric
Chewacla sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently
ChA
Somewhat
Nonh dric
Y
flooded
poorly drained
3.2 Water Resources
Water resources in the study area are part of the Yadkin -Pee Dee River basin [U.S. Geological
Survey (USGS) Hydrologic Unit 03040105]. One stream was identified in the study area (Table
2). The location of the water resource is shown in Figure 3. The physical characteristics of this
stream are provided in Table 3. NCDWR stream determination form is included in Appendix C.
Table 2. Water resources in the study area
Stream Name
Map ID
NCDWQ Index
Number
Best Usage
Classification
Adams Creek
Adams Creek
13-17-11-7
C
Table 3. Physical characteristics of water resources in the study area
Bank
Bankfull
Water
Height
Width
Depth
Map ID
(ft)
(ft)
(in)
Channel Substrate
Velocity
Clarity
Adams Creek
4-6
15-20
8-20
Sand, gravel, cobble
Slow
Clear
No ponds are located within the study area.
There are no designated anadromous fish waters or Primary Nursery Areas (PNA) in the study
area. There are no designated High Quality Waters (HQW) or water supply watersheds (WS-I or
WS-II) within 1.0 mile downstream of the study area. There are no waters listed on the North
Carolina 2014 Final 303(d) list of impaired waters within 1.0 mile downstream of the study area.
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There are no NC Stream Fish Community Assessment Program monitoring stations within 1.0
mile of the study area. There are no benthic monitoring stations located within 1.0 mile
downstream the study area. There are no sites monitored by the NCDWR Ambient Monitoring
System within one mile downstream of the study area.
4.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES
4.1 Terrestrial Communities
Three terrestrial communities were identified in the study area: maintained/disturbed, mesic
mixed hardwood forest (Piedmont subtype), and Piedmont alluvial forest. Figure 4 shows the
location and extent of these terrestrial communities in the study area. A brief description of each
community type follows. Scientific names of all species identified are included in Appendix B.
4.1.1 Maintained/Disturbed
Maintained/disturbed areas comprise the majority of the study area outside of the Adams Creek
floodplain. These community type consists of paved surfaces (e.g. roadways, driveways, etc.),
pastureland/agriculture fields, and logged areas. Vegetation in this community is varied and
includes low growing grasses, herbs, shrubs, trees, and vines. Tall fescue, Japanese honeysuckle,
goldenrod, blackberry, strawberry bush, boxelder, and sweetgum were all observed in this
community.
4.1.2 Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest (Piedmont Subtype)
The mesic mixed hardwood forest (Piedmont subtype) community is a small strip of undisturbed
uplands located on either side of Mount Pleasant Road south of Adams Creek that separate the
roadway from the timbered areas. Dominant canopy species include sweetgum, red maple,
American elm, tulip poplar, American holly, and green ash. Subcanopy and shrub species
include red maple, flowering dogwood, red elm, strawberry bush, and box elder. Herb and vine
species include, eastern spring beauty, poison ivy, common greenbriar and Japanese
honeysuckle.
4.1.3 Piedmont Alluvial Forest
The Piedmont alluvial forest occurs on both sides of Adams Creek and is largely restricted to the
floodplain. Canopy species include green ash, American sycamore, hackberry, red elm, river
birch and boxelder. Boxelder and canes were ubiquitous throughout the shrub/subcanopy layer.
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Common greenbriar, poison ivy, grape, and the invasive Chinese privet were present in this
community.
4.1.4 Terrestrial Community Impacts
Terrestrial communities in the study area may be impacted by project construction as a result of
grading and paving portions of the study area. At this time, decisions regarding the final location
and design of the proposed intersection improvements have not been made. Therefore,
community data are presented in the context of total coverage of each type within the study area
(Table 4). Once a final alignment and preliminary design have been determined, probable
impacts to each community type will be calculated.
Table 4. Coverage of terrestrial communities in the studv area
Community
Coverage (ac.)
Maintained/Disturbed*
1.2
Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest (Piedmont Subtype)
0.1
Piedmont Alluvial Forest
0.8
Total
2.2
*Roadways included in this community
4.2 Terrestrial Wildlife
Terrestrial communities in the study area are comprised of natural and disturbed habitats that
may support several wildlife species (those species actually observed are indicated with *).
Mammal species that commonly exploit forested habitats and stream corridors include eastern
gray squirrel*, eastern cottontail, eastern harvest mouse, raccoon, Virginia opossum, and white-
tailed deer. Birds that commonly use forest and forest edge habitats include the American crow,
northern cardinal*, American robin, northern mockingbird, white breasted nuthatch, blue jay,
Carolina chickadee*, tufted titmouse*, Carolina wren*, eastern phoebe, blue -gray gnatcatcher*,
wild turkey*, and red -shouldered hawk. Birds observed in open exposed habitats include black
vulture, Canada goose, field sparrow*, turkey vulture, eastern bluebird, brown thrasher, and red-
tailed hawk. Reptile and amphibian species that may use terrestrial communities include the
northern copperhead, black rat snake, northern cricket frog*, black racer, eastern box turtle,
eastern fence lizard, ground skink, five -lined skink, Fowler's toad, and American toad.
4.3 Aquatic Communities
Aquatic communities in the study area are restricted to Adams Creek. Perennial streams of
similar size in the North Carolina Piedmont support several fish species, as well as freshwater
mollusks and amphibians. The level of habitat degradation due to urbanization, and/or habitat
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modification (artificial barriers, culverts etc.) can influence the species composition. Adams
Creek could support bluehead chub, various species of sunfish, such as redbreast sunfish and
bluegill, various darter species, including Carolina darter, and various minnow species such as
the creek chub, rosyside dace, and redlip shiner. Amphibian species that potentially occur in the
stream include American bull frog, pickerel frog, and northern dusky salamander. Aquatic snails
that may be present include pouch snail, gravel elimia, and two -ridge ramshom. The Asian clam
may also be present.
4.4 Invasive Species
Two species from the NCDOT Invasive Exotic Plant List for North Carolina were found to occur
in the study area: Japanese honeysuckle (moderate threat) and Chinese privet (threat). NCDOT
will manage invasive plant species as appropriate.
5.0 JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES
5.1 Clean Water Act Waters of the U.S.
One jurisdictional stream was identified in the study area (Table 5). The location of this stream
is shown on Figure 3. The physical characteristics and water quality designations of each
jurisdictional stream are detailed in Section 3.2. The jurisdictional stream in the study area has
been designated as a warm water stream for the purposes of stream mitigation.
Table 5. Jurisdictional characteristics of water resources in the study area
Map ID
Length (ft.)
Classification
Compensatory
Mitigation Required
River Basin
Buffer
Adams Creek
148
Perennial
Yes
Not Subject
Total
148
No wetlands were found within the study area.
5.2 Clean Water Act Permits
The proposed project has been designated as a CE for the purposes of National Environmental
Policy Act (NEPA) documentation. As a result, a Nationwide Permit (N WP) 23 will likely be
applicable. A 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. If a Section 404 permit is required, then a Section 401 Water
Quality Certification (WQC) from the NCDWR will be needed.
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5.3 Coastal Area Management Act Areas of Environmental Concern
Cabarrus County is not under the jurisdiction of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA);
therefore, no CAMA wetlands or Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC) were identified in the
study area.
5.4 Construction Moratoria
The project location in Cabarrus County is not identified as having trout waters or habitat for
anadromous fish, therefore construction moratoria are not anticipated.
5.5 NC River Basin Buffer Rules
The project is located within the Yadkin -Pee Dee River basin. The project is not within an area
where buffer rules will apply.
5.6 Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 Navigable Waters
There are no streams that can be considered Traditionally Navigable Waters, as defined under
Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act.
5.7 Wetland and Stream Mitigation
5.7.1 Avoidance and Minimization of Impacts
The NCDOT will attempt to avoid and minimize impacts to streams and wetlands to the greatest
extent practicable in choosing a preferred alternative and during project design. At this time, no
final decisions have been made with regard to the location or design of the preferred alternative.
5.7.2 Compensatory Mitigation of Impacts
The NCDOT will investigate potential on -site stream and wetland mitigation opportunities once
a final decision has been rendered on the location of the preferred alternative. If on -site
mitigation is not feasible, mitigation will be provided by North Carolina Department of
Environmental Quality's Division of Mitigation Services (DMS).
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5.8 Endangered Species Act Protected Species
As of April 2, 2015, the United States Fish and Wildlife (USFWS) lists three federally protected
species for Cabarrus County (Table 6). A brief description of each species' habitat requirements
follows, along with the Biological Conclusion rendered based on survey results in the study area.
Habitat requirements for each species are based on the current best available information from
referenced literature and/or USFWS.
Table 6. Federally rotected species listed for Cabarrus Count
Scientific Name
Common Name
Federal
Status
Habitat
Present
Biological
Conclusion
yotis septentrionalis
Northern long-eared bat
T
Unknown
Unresolved
asmigona decorata
Carolina heelsplitter
E
Yes
Unresolved
elianthus schweinitzii
Schweinitz's sunflower
E
Yes
No Effect
T — Threatened
E — Endangered
Northern long-eared bat
USFWS Recommended Survey Window: June 1 — August 15
Habitat Description: In North Carolina, the Northern long-eared bat (NLEB) occurs in the
mountains, with scattered records in the Piedmont and Coastal Plain. In western North
Carolina, NLEB spend winter hibernating in caves and mines. During the summer,
NLEB roosts singly or in colonies underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices of both live
and dead trees (typically >3 inches dbh). Males and non -reproductive females may also
roost in cooler places, like caves and mines. This bat has also been found, rarely,
roosting in structures like barns and sheds, under eaves of buildings, behind window
shutters, in bridges, and in bat houses. Foraging occurs on forested hillsides and ridges,
and occasionally over forest clearings, over water, and along tree -lined corridors. Mature
forests may be an important habitat type for foraging.
Biological Conclusion: Unresolved
Construction activities for this project will not take place until Endangered Species Act
compliance is satisfied for NLEB. The NCDOT Biological Surveys Group will be
responsible for habitat assessment and surveys for the NLEB.
Carolina heelsplitter
USFWS Recommended Survey Window: year round
Habitat Description: The Carolina heelsplitter was historically known from several locations
within the Catawba and Pee Dee River systems in North Carolina and the Pee Dee,
Savannah, and Saluda River systems in South Carolina. In North Carolina, the species is
now known only from a handful of streams in the Pee Dee and Catawba River systems.
The species exists in very low abundances, usually within 6 feet of shorelines, throughout
its known range. The general habitat requirements for the Carolina heelsplitter are
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shaded areas in large rivers to small streams, often burrowed into clay banks between the
root systems of trees, or in runs along steep banks with moderate current. The more
recent habitat where the Carolina heelsplitter has been found is in sections of streams
containing bedrock with perpendicular crevices filled with sand and gravel, and with
wide riparian buffers.
Biological Conclusion: Unresolved
The NCDOT Biological Surveys Group will conduct habitat assessment and survey for
the Carolina heelsplitter. A review of the July 2016 NCNHP database on August 12,
2016, indicates no known occurrences within 1.0 mile of the study area.
Schweinitz's sunflower
USFWS Optimal Survey Window: late August -October
Habitat Description: Schweinitz's sunflower is endemic to the Piedmont of North and South
Carolina. The few sites where this rhizomatous perennial herb occurs in relatively
natural vegetation are found in Xeric Hardpan Forests. The species is also found along
roadside rights -of -way, maintained power lines and other utility rights -of -way, edges of
thickets and old pastures, clearings and edges of upland oak -pine -hickory woods and
Piedmont longleaf pine forests, and other sunny or semi -sunny habitats where
disturbances (e.g., mowing, clearing, grazing, blow downs, storms, frequent fire) help
create open or partially open areas for sunlight. It is intolerant of full shade and
excessive competition from other vegetation. Schweinitz's sunflower occurs in a variety
of soil series, including Badin, Cecil, Cid, Enon, Gaston, Georgeville, Iredell,
Mecklenburg, Misenheimer, Secrest, Tatum, Uwharrie, and Zion, among others. It is
generally found growing on shallow sandy soils with high gravel content; shallow, poor,
clayey hardpans; or shallow rocky soils, especially those derived from mafic rocks.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for Schweinitz's sunflower is present in the study area along roadside
shoulders. A review of the July 2016 NCNHP database on August 12, 2016, indicates
that there are no known occurrences within 1.0 mile of the study area. A survey of the
study area was conducted on August 23, 2016 by Nathan Howell and Evan Morgan
during the flowering survey window. No plants or stems were found during the survey.
5.9 Bald Eagle and Golden Eagle Protection Act
Habitat for the bald eagle primarily consists of mature forest in proximity to large bodies of open
water for foraging. Large dominant trees are utilized for nesting sites, typically within 1.0 mile
of open water.
A desktop-GIS assessment of the study area, as well as the area within a 1.13-mile radius (1.0
mile plus 660 feet) of the project limits, was performed on March 28, 2016, using 2015 color
aerial photography. No water bodies large enough or sufficiently open to be considered potential
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feeding sources were identified. Since there was no foraging habitat within the review area, a
survey of the study area and the area within 660 feet of the project limits was not conducted.
Additionally, a review of the July 2016 NCNHP database on August 12, 2016, indicates no
known occurrences of this species within 1.0 mile of the study area. Due to the lack of habitat,
known occurrences, and minimal impact anticipated for this project, it has been determined that
this project will not affect this species
5.10 Endangered Species Act Candidate Species
As of April 2, 2015 the USFWS lists no Candidate species for Cabarrus County.
5.11 Essential Fish Habitat
According to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), there is no Essential Fish Habitat
within the study area.
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Appendix B.
Scientific Names of Species Identified in Report
Plants
Common Name
Scientific Name
American elm
Ulmus americana
American holly
Ilex opaca
American sycamore
Platanus occidentalis
Blackberry
Rubus sp.
Box elder
Acer negundo
Chinese privet
Ligustrum sinense
Common greenbriar
Smilax rotundifolia
Eastern spring beauty
Claytonia virginica
Flowering dogwood
Cornus florida
Giant cane
Arundinaria gigantea
Goldenrod
Solidago sp.
Grape
Vitis sp.
Green ash
Fraxinus pennsylvanica
Hackberry
Celtis laevigata
Japanese honeysuckle
Lonicera japonica
Muscadine grape
Vitis rotundifolia
Poison ivy
Toxicodendron radicans
Red elm
Ulmus rubra
Red maple
Acer rubrum
River birch
Betula nigra
Spring beauty
Claytonia virginica
Strawberry bush
Euonymous americanus
Sweetgum
Liquidambar styraciflua
Sycamore
Platanus occidentalis
Tall fescue
Schedonurus arundinacea
Tulip poplar
Liriodendron tulipifera
Animals
Common Name
Scientific Name
American bull frog
Rana catesbeiana
American crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American robin
Turdus migratorius
American toad
Bufo americanus
Asian clam
Corbicula fluminea
Black racer
Coluber constrictor
Black rat snake
Elaphe obsoleta
Black vulture
Coragyps atratus
Blue -gray gnatcatcher
Polioptila caerulea

Common Name
Scientific Name
Blue jay
Cyanocitta cristata
Bluegill
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluehead chub
Nocomis leptocephalus
Brown thrasher
Toxostoma rufum
Canada goose
Branta canadensis
Carolina chickadee
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina darter
Etheostoma collis
Carolina wren
Thryothorus ludovicianus
Creek chub
Semotilus atromaculatus
Eastern bluebird
Sialia sialis
Eastern box turtle
Terrapene carolina
Eastern cottontail
Sylvilagus floridanus
Eastern fence lizard
Sceloporus undulatus
Eastern gray squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
Eastern harvest mouse
Reithridontomys humulis
Eastern phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
Field sparrow
Spizella pusilla
Five -lined skink
Eumeces anthracinus
Fowler's toad
Bufo woodhousei
Gravel elimia
Elimia glarea
Ground skink
Scincella lateralis
Northern cardinal
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Northern cricket frog
Acris crepitans
Northern dusky salamander
Desmognathus fuscus
Northern mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Pickerel frog
Lithobates palustris
Pouch snail
Physella sp.
Raccoon
Procyon lotor
Redlip shiner
Notropis chiliticus
Redbreast sunfish
Lepomis auritus
Red -shouldered hawk
Buteo lineatus
Red-tailed hawk
Buteo jamaicensis
Rosyside dace
Clinostomus funduloides
Tufted titmouse
Baeolophus bicolor
Turkey vulture
Cathartes aura
Two -ridge ramshorn
Helisoma anceps
Virginia opossum
Didelphis virginiana
White breasted nuthatch
Sitta carolinensis
White-tailed deer
Odocoileus virginianus

Appendix C.
Qualifications of Contributors
Investigator:
Nancy Scott
Education:
M.E.M. Water Resources, Duke University 2011
B.S. Environmental Science, University of Delaware, 2006
Experience:
Environmental Scientist, Three Oaks Engineering, June 2016-Present
Environmental Scientist, The Catena Group, April 2012-May 2015
Chemical/Biological Lab Analyst, ENCO Labs, 2011-2012
Responsibilities:
Wetland and stream delineations, GIS, stream assessment, document
preparation