NC0020290_ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT_19970309

WDE S DOCUNEMT SCAMMIMO COVER SMErET
NPDES Permit:
NC0020290
Burnsville WWTP
Document Type:
Permit Issuance
Wasteload Allocation
Authorization to Construct (AtC)
Permit Modification
Complete File - Historical
Speculative Limits
Instream Assessment (67b)
Environmental Assessment {EA}
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Permit
History
Document Date:
March 9, 1997
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corntent on the reszerse rside

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Water Quality Section
March 9, 1997 JGL
Memorandum
TO: Michelle Suverkrubbe
FROM: Coleen Sullinsjz
SUBJECT: Proposed Burnsville Wastewater Treatment Plant
Environmental Assessment
Yancy County
I have reviewed the draft environmental assessment. The document is of a check list nature and does not
satisfactorily meet the requirements expected of such a document. However, the proposed facility does
not meet the Division's minimum criteria to require an environmental assessment. The application
procedures for a new NPDES permit and the criteria for an environmental assessment, however, are very
similar. Therefore, these comments are being made in order to assure that the applicant is familiar with the
minimum NPDES application requirements.
Prior to selecting an alternative for the disposal of wastewater, an applicant must first review all feasible
alternatives. After selecting the most environmentally sound of the economically feasible alternatives,
development of an environmental assessment is appropriate. The Division's policy is that non -discharging
systems are generally preferable to a discharge. In fact, the NPDES acronym stands for the National
Pollution Discharge Elimination System. The North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC) T15A 2H
.0105(c) and 2B .0201(c) require that an alternatives analysis be performed documenting efforts to
consider non -discharge alternatives. If the non -discharge alternative is feasible, that option should be
pursued. The check list provided for review does not provide enough information to determine whether
such an alternatives analysis was performed.
Attached for your information is a copy of the pertinent sections of the administrative code and a guidance
document for the preparation of engineering alternatives analyses. If you have any questions, please call
me at extension 550.
cc: Forrest Westall, Asheville Regional Office
CRuth-Swane_0
Central Files

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Note for Jackie Nowell
From: Jackie Nowell
Date: Tue, Feb 25, 1997 10:44 AM
Subject: Burnsville WWTP-#97-0510
To: Michelle Suverkrubbe
Cc: Carla Sanderson; Ruth Swanek
A speculative response was done in 12/95 for the Burnsville-Micaville WWTP, a proposed
discharge of 0.3 MGD wasteilow into the South Toe River. The estimated drainage area at
the discharge point was 84 mi2, estimated QA= 151 cfs, estimated 7Q10= 35 cfs. The IWC
was 1.31%.
Secondary limits wl fecal =200 and Res. Cl =28 µgll were recommended.
PLease contact me if additional info is needed.

Environmental Review Tracking Sheet
DWQ - Water Quality Section -
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Env. Sciences, Branch
* Wetlands
❑ John Dorney
❑ Eric &dine (D&r)
❑ Greg Price (airports, COE)
❑ Steve Kroeger (utilities)
* Bio. Resources, Habitat, End. Species
❑ Trish MacPherson
❑ Kathy Herring (forest/ORw/HQw)
* Toxicology
❑ Larry Ausley
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Planning Branch
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Tech iccalSpport Branch
Coieeri Sullins, P&E
❑ Dave Goodrich, P&E, NPDES
❑ Carolyn McCaskill, P&E, State
❑ Bradley Bennett, P&E, Stormwater
C- uth:,Swaneknstieain Ass s (�odelh g)
❑ Carla Sanderson, Rapid Assess.
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Operations Branch
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❑ Lisa Martin, Water Supply Watershed
Regional Water Quality Supervisors
❑ Asheville ❑ Mooresville ❑ Washington
❑ Fayetteville ❑ Raleigh ❑ Wilmington
❑ Winston-Salem
FROM: Michelle Suverkrubbe, Planning Branch
RE:
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Attached is a copy of the above document. Subject to the requirements of the Noah Carolina
Environmental Policy Act, you are being asked to review the document for potential si--=-cant impacts
to the environment, especially pertinent to your jurisdiction, level of expertise or permit authority.
Please check the appropriate box below and return this form to me along with your wTirten comments, if
any, by the date indicated.
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Thank you for your assistance. Suggestions for streamlining and expediting this process are
greatly appreciated!
You can reach meat- C,° "57y"'
phone: [phone], ext. 567
fax: [phone]
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michelle[ dem. ehnr. state. nc. us "'s
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Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs ❑ Project located in 7th floor library
Project Review Form
Project Number: County: Date: Date Response Duce (firm deadline}:
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This project is being reviewed as indicated below:
Regional OfficelPhone
Regional Office Area
In -House Review
,Asheville
0—All RIO Areas
C-Soil and Water ❑ Marine Fisheries
❑ Fayetteville
Air
Ell Coastal Management ❑water Planning
Vater
❑ Water Resources "Environmental Health
❑ Mooresville
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�'�GroundwaterWildlife
❑Solid Waste Management
❑ Raleigh
'Land Quality Engineer
Forest Resources ' Radiation Protection
El Washington
❑ Recreational Consultant
Land Resources ❑ David Foster
[i Coastal Management Consultant
Parks and Recreation ^' Other (specify)
❑ Wilmington
❑Others
/
;Environmental t}fanagement
❑ Winston-Salem
PWS
Monica Swihart
!Manager Sign-OfflRegion:
Date:
In -House ReviewerlAgency
Response (check ail applicable)
Regional Office response to be compiled and completed by Regicr-al Manager. In -House Reviewer complete individual response.
❑ No objection to project as proposed
❑ No Comment
El Insufficient information to complete review
❑ Approve
❑ Permit(s) needed (permit files have been checked)
❑Recommended for further development with recommendations for
strengthening (comments attached)
❑ Recommended for further development if specific & substantive
changes incorporated by funding agency (comments
attachedlauthority(ies) cited)
Not recommended for further development for reasons
stated in attached comments (authority(tes) cited)
17Applicant has been contacted
❑AppliCant has not been Contacted
❑ Project Controversial (comments attached)
❑ Consistency Statement needed {comments attached)
❑ Consistency Statement not needed
❑ Full EIS must be required under the provisions of
NEPA and SEPA
❑ Other (specify and attach comments)
RETURN TO:
Melba McGee Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEWS AT THE COMMUNITY LEVEL -
Agency responsible for Project
Location: (City and County) Clearing House No.
Date Completed:
Town of Burnsville
Burnsville Yancey
0 13 97
Contact Person:
Address
Phone
Tom Storie
PO Box 97, 1 Town Square, Burnsville, NC 28714
[phone]
A. Pro'ect Desmi tion
Briefly Describe Project
The Town of Burnsville plans to construct a 300,000 gallons oer day wastewater
treatment plant, 25,000 linear feet of 12" aravity sewer line and 13,000 linear
feet of 8" water line at a total project cost of $2,647,750. This project will
directly benefit Taylor Tens, Inc, a .leans manufacturer wh.ich.-presently operates
its own existing 10,000 gallons ner da%/ wastewater treatment plant in MIcaville.
This nlant is near the limit of its maximum canacity and may fail soon. The
Taylor Toas, Inc plant in Micaville needs the 300,000 GPD wastewater treatment
Plant in order to retain 407 jobs and to create 50 new jobs.
Environmental Impact Status
Project Activttes
CDBG/HOME Funds
Otter Funds
Exampr
CAT. E=clud*d
E.A
1.3'rWater linp
12".,gravity.sewer.line
320,725
1,565,583
X
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3.Legal/Administrative/Interest
112,400
X
4.P n i i
Admin/Contract Administration
8,000
53,000
X
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7_
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io. TOTAL-0/17-790
.
-� Original
Revision Dated
Amendment Dated
Prior Clearing Review.
Has Taken Plaos
EIS Raqured Signature of Chist Elected .1
Mayor', Mayon, Town of Burnsville
Title
PO Box 97, 1 Town Square, Burnsville,
Ur 2R71 a
Agency and Address
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Statutory Checklist Checklist of Applicable Statutes
and Regulations
1. Project Name and Identification No. Burnsvi 11 a Mi cayi l l e Area Wastewater Treatment Plant
2. Attach project map. Improvements
3. Are all activities of this project exempt from NEPA procedures? ❑ Yes ® No
(If yes, this Statutory Checklist need not be filled out.)
4: ,Are activities of this project categorically excluded from NEPA procedures? Yes ❑ No
'(If yes, this Statutory Checklist and all required actions must be completed.)
Area of Statutory —Regulatory
Compliance `" op"O
gab � G`p �\0
oc�o.��
No Note Compliance Documentation
Impact Categories °� G° �4 4O�CQ G°V$1
Historic Properties
State Clearinghouse Review
X
05/08/95
Hoodplain Management
Letter sent to US Army Coro
X
Engineers, Asheville Field
Wetlands Protection
Letter sent to US Army Corp
X
Engineers, Asheville Field
Noise
State Clearinghouse Review
X-
05/08/.95
Air Quality
State Clearinghouse Review
X
05/08/95
Manmade Hazards
State Clearinghouse Review
Thermal/Explosive Hazards
X
05/08/95
Airport Clear Zones
X
State Clearinghouse Review
Water Quality.
State Clearinghouse Review
Navigable Waters
X
05/08/95
Aquifers
X
State Cl earinobolisp.-
Solid Waste
X
State Clearinghouse Review
05/08/95
Coastal Areas
State Clearinghouse Review
Coastal
X
05/08/95
Zone Management
State CLearinghouse Review
Coastal
X
05/08/95
Barrier Resources
Endangered Species
Letter sent to Fish & Wi 1 d1
X
Service, Asheville Field Of
02/11/97
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,ffice
of
iffice
fe
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*Attach evidence that required actions have been taken.
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Data Sources and Documentation
Historic Properties
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Flood Plain Management
Letter sent to US Army Corns
of Engineers,
Asheville Field Office
02/11/97
Wetlands Protection
Letter sent to US Army Corns
of Engineers
Asheville Field Office
.
02/11/97
Noise
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Air Quality
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Manmade Hazards
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Water Quality
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Solid Waste Disposal
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Coastal Areas
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Endangered Species
Letter sent to Fish
and Wildlife Service,
Asheville Field Office
02/11/97
Farmlands Protection
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Wild and Scenic Rivers
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
State or Local Statutes
State Clearinghouse
Review
05/08/95
Send 14 copies of this form and all maps to: Director, Division of Communiry Assistance,
Suite 250, P. O. Box 12600, Raleigh, NC 27605-2600
The ERR for Economic Development projects should be sent directly to the State
Clearinghouse: Director, NC State Clearinghouse Dept. of Administration, 116 W Jones
Street, Raleigh, NC 27603-8003.
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Environmental
Assessment Checklist
Page 1
Plant
Project Name and Identification No.
Burnsville Micavilie Area Wastewater Treatment iinnrovemen-
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
4
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o°� ��of `�.
Source or Docue*ntation
Mote date of contact or
dC 4b � . I°r $` page reference)
o` A' �4 0 Additional material stay be
Impact Categories Q° 4Qv 4Qd 2 �� attached.
Land Developrnent
Conformance With
Comprehensive
Plans and Zoning x
Project Description
Compatiibility and
Urban Impact
x
Project Description
Slope
X
Field Observation 12/18/96
Erosion ....
x
Field Observation 12/18/96
Sod Suitability
X
Field Observation 12/18/96
Hazards and
Nuisances, Including
x
Field Observation 12/18/96
Site Safety
Energy
X
Project .Description
Consumption
Noise
Effects of Ambient
Noise anProject and
x
Project Description
Contribution to Com-
munity Noise Levels
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Environmental
Assessment Checklist
(continued. page 2)
Burnsville Micaville Area
Project Name and Identification No. W
- - _ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
r
as
��
,oAt'
.P� Source or Documentation
a r. e a (Note date of contact or
e
c`.c° s•� a !t page reference)
Additional nsaterial may be
impact Categories 2a 4o`ac 4�p ado Z��a
��o attached.
Air Quality
Effects of Ambient Air
Quality on Project and
Contributtion to Com•
X
Project Description
munity Pollution Levels
Environmental Design and Historic Values
Visual Quality
coherence, Diversity
Field Observation 12/18/96
Compatible Use, and
X
Scale
�a�ha�ogic;al
State Clearinghouse Review
Resources
X
0 5/ 08/ 9 5
Socioeconomic
Demographic/
Character Changes
X
Project Description
Displacement
X
Project Description
Empint and
Incomeoyme PatternsX
Project Description- Will create jobs
for the area
Community Facilities and Services
Educational Facilities
Project Description
X
Commercial Facilities
Project Descriotion-Will allow Micavill
X
businesses to expand and create jobs
Health Car'
X
Project Description
5ocia15ervicea
Project Description
X
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Environmental
Assessment Checklist
(continued, page 3)
Project Name and Identification No.
Burnsville Micaville Area
1 2 3 74 5/ 6 /7 I
O 10
F� rm i�• `�• �' Ctl
.2e
Impact Categories �� 4
Source or Documentation
(Note date of contact or
page reference)
Additional material may be
attached.
Community Facilities and Services (Continued)
Solid Waste'
Project Description
X.
Waste water
X
Project Description- Will keep area busi n
and residentt septic tanks from failing
Storm Water
Project Description
X
Water Supply
State Clearinghouse Review
X
05/08/95
Public Safety Police
x
Project Description
Fire
x
Project Description
Ernergency
Medical
x
Project Description
Open Open Space
Space and
Project Description
Recreation
x
Recreation
X
Project Description
Cultural
Facilities
X
Project Description
Project Description
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Environmental
Assessment Checklist
(continued, page 4)
Project Name and Identification No.
Burnsville Micaville Area
Wastewater Treatment Plant Imnrovements
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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�° Source or Documentation
y �� ;64 • �' • (Note date of contact or
`Ff . c� �rS� 4C.t a• a Page reference)
o �e o yo' o` o •� o Additional material maybe
Impact Categories 2 4° C� ate' 2 �` attached.
Natural Features
Water Resources
State Clearinghouse Review
X
05/08/95
Surface Water
x
State Clearinghouse Review
05/08/95
'
Floodplains
Letter sent to US Army Corps of Engine
x
Asheville Field Office 02/11/97
Wetlands
x
Letter sent to US Army Corps of Engine
Asheville Field Office 02/11/97
Coastal Zone
x
State Clearinghouse Review 05/08/95
Unique Natural
Features and
State Clearinghouse Review
Agricultural Lands
x
05/08/95
Vegetation and
Letter sent to Fish and Wildlife Servi
Wildlife
Asheville Field Office 02/11/97
x
rs,
rs,
°s,
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Environmental
Assessment Checklist
(continued, page¢J
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Summary of Findings
and Conclusions:
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related impact. All soil erosion control methods will be used in this project.
This Droject will assist businesses and residents of the Micaville area of Yancey
County by creating jobs and allowing existing businesses to expand. Also, failing
septic tanks will no longer pose an environmental threat.
Summary of
Environmental
Conditions:
Only theconstruction phase of this project will generate some minor environmental
impact. All sedimentation and soil erosion control measures will be strictly
adhered to during construction.
Project Modifications
and Alternatives
Considered:
Thp Tnwn of Riirnevi11A ronsidared alternative routes:_for the water and sewer lines.
The TQWn also considered alternative sites for the Wastewater Treatment Plant..
effective alternative with the least environmental impact
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Environmental
ment Checklist
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Additional Studies
Performed (Attach
Study or Summary)
State Clearinghouse Review; May 8; 1995
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Environmental C
Assessment Checklist i
(continued, page 7)
1. Supply a clear, legible map of the proposed site and surrounding area. Mark area to be acquired and construction site.
2 Utilities
Utditim to nerve Project
Projected De-mand
r Day
Length of lines to be
Constructed
Capacity of Lines
inches diameter
Environmentally Sensitive. Areas
to be Cut for Ut d ity acres
Electric
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Potable Water
�5eave8e
25,000 LF
112" gravity
Solid Waste Disposal
Natural Gas
Water
13,000 LF 8"
3. Land Atteratiorts
1 Alteration
anned use
Present Use
elarechange(historical)
Previous Use
Acres
Percent of
Project Area
To Be Acquired
_
To Be- DevelopeA
I
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ITa Be. originauy Cleared
To Be Landscaped
To Be Covered by Imperme
able Surface (square. feet
To Be Cut (cubic yards)
To Be Filled (cubic yards)
4. Cultural Resources (archepiogical, historical, architectural)
a) Please give any known archeological or historical, sites on project land:
None .._..
b) What kind, if any, site preparation has already been conducted:
None
c) Has area been previously surveyed by archeologist? N so, give name of principal investigator and date of survey:
Survey In Progress By Linda Hall
d) _ YES X NO Are buildings/structures on site noMn (abandoned barns, farmhouse, tobacco sheds, bridges, etc.)
e) Ages of each building/structure:
NZA
f) Wl11 any of these structLires be demolished? (indicate which):
N/A
g) Will any of these structures be rehabilitated or renovated? (indicate which):
N/A
h) Please include photographs of any buildings constructed prior to WW11 it project activities include Rehabilitaticn,-llcquisit ,
Clearance or Demolition.
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Environmental
Assessment Checklist
(continued, page 8)
5. Topography
Types of Vegetation
Slope
Acres
`b of
Area
Soil Types
(use USDA and SCS classification)
Forested
NonTorested
Pine
Thardwood
Mixed
Brush
Grassland
Os
0--5%
s—ion
9.5
x
x
x
over I0%
o. Stream that surface runoff from project area drains into (illustrated relative position on maps used in Section):
Sguth Toe -River/ Little Crabtree Creek
❑ Yes Site includes/borders on - ❑ Yes Site includes/borders on ❑ Yes Site includes/borders on
® No classified trout waters ® No estuarine waters ® No drinking water source
_ The project will involve impoundment or withdrawal of water. if yes, mark impoundment on map. if impoundment is plaar
the amount of water
. C7 Yes -
�3 No to be impounded is approximately acre/feet and surface acres/feet
'i Note classes of wildlife known to exist in the general area:
_❑ Bear ❑.Turkey EYSmall Game (squirrel, quail, rabbit, racoon, dove, etc.)
®Deer ® Waterfowl ❑ Endangered/Threatened Species (osprey eagle, alligator, red cockaded woodpecker,(
B. Will proposed forestry practices such as burning clearcutting, or thinning have adverse effects on any of the above spec:
Explain:
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9. Are proposed pesticides or herbicides known to have adverse effects on humans or any of the above species? W
pesticides/herbicides? Which species?
No'pesticides will be used.
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Environmental
.assessment Checklist
1coniinued, page 9)
10. Give name, position and office telephone number of an individual in the appropriate local government unit that (
confirm the compatibility of the proposed activity with existing and/or proposed land use economic developm;
plans:
Name: _ Position: Phone:
Tom Storie _ - Public Works Director [phone]
11. List all N.C. State permits, authorizations and license that must be acquired to initiate and complete propo:
activity:
Permit
NC General Statute
Application Date
Approval Datc
a) Stationary Air Contaminant Source
143.215.108
b) Air Quality Complex Source
143.215.109
c) Construction of Wastewater Pretreatment Facilities
143.215.1
Required
d) Wastewater Discharge (to surface waters)
143.215
e). Approval to Construct Public Waters Facility
f) Dredge and Fill
113.229
g) Withdrawal of Water from "Capacity Use Area"
143.215.15
h) Erosion Control Plan
113A.61
Kequire7
i) Zoning Change or Variance
j) Coastal Resource Commission
113A.118
k) Noise Control Regulations
153A.113
1) Others (list)
97.53( g)—k
(su p) (OSHA)
I. Is project in compliance with applicable laws and
regulations? ® Yes ❑ No
2. Is an EIS required? ❑ Yes 0 No
3. A Finding of No significant Impanct (FONSI) can be made. Project will not
significantly affect the quality of the human environment. ;Q Yes ❑ No
4. Send 14 copies of this ERR for State Environmental/Clearinghouse Review To: Director, Division of Community Assistar
Suite 250. 1307 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, N.C. 27605
Prepared by
Stacy L. Franklin
Date: February 13,1997
Title
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Finding of Categorical Exclusion
Project Name: Burnsville Mi cavi l l e Area Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
Location: Burnsville Micavill-e Area, Yancey County
Project Description: Cogaztrj,rtjnn-of new wastawater_tratmpnt plant, water and sewer lines
Statement: This project has been determined to be categorically Excluded
from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Requirements
under 24 CFR 58.35 as follows (Check one of the following):
X (1) Acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or
installation of public facilities and improvements eligible under
24 CFR 570.201(c) and 571.201(c) including these activities
carried out as part of an economic development project in
conjunction with the special economic development activities
eligible under 24 CFR 570.203. Such activities are
C categorically excluded from the NEPA requirements only in the
following circumstances.
(i) The facilities and improvements acquired for continued use,
are in place and will be retained in the same use that existed at
the time of acquisition, without change in size, capacity or
character.
(ii) The facilities or improvements replace or upgrade existing
facilities or improvements with only a minimal change in use,
size, capacity, or location (e.g., replacement of railroad spurs,
water or sewer lines, reconstruction of curbs and sidewalks,
repaving streets).
(iii) The facilities and improvements are consistent with the use
of that site and the action will not change the use, size,
capacity, or character of the site (e.g., landscaping, street
furniture, play equipment for established parks and
playgrounds).
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(2) Special projects directed to the removal of material and
architectural barriers that restrict the mobility and accessibility
of elderly and handicapped persons -as authorized by Section
105(a)(5) of Title I and 24 CFR 570.201(k).
(3) Public service grants which:
(i) Are for eligible public services not exempt under Section
58.34(a)(9); are provided for a new or increased level of service
not previously supported by Title I provided by the recipient in
accordance with Section 105(a) of Title I and 24 CFR
570.201(e)(1).
(ii) Affect only the social or economic environment and will not result in the
development of service facilities or physical improvements regardless of source
of funds.
(iii) The services .would not result in development of service
facilities or physical improvements regardless of source of
funds.
(4) Any of the categorical exclusions listed in Section 58.35(a) provided
that there are no circumstances which require compliance with
any other Federal laws and authorities cited in Section 58.5 as
shown on the attached Finding_of Categorical Exclusion.
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Signature of Chief EIected Official Date
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WATER AND WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENTS
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1`110NE 704.265-5434 1-900-735-2962 (TT)
FAX 7U4-265-5439 I-R00-735-9262 (VOICE)
Phillip Frye
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Lindy Craig
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February 11, 1997
Sr' rnan
Edward Ifardin
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Bob Johnson
US Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
151 Patton Avenue, Room 143
Asheville, NC 28801
Dear Mr. Johnson:
Richard A. Fender
FTrf na 4- I)irrrfnr
am presently conducting an environmental review for a CDBG Economic Development Grant
of $700,000 and an Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant of $1,000,000 to the
Town of Burnsville, North Carolina. This project (Clearinghouse # 95-0723) has previously
gone through the NC State Clearinghouse Review process. The Town of Burnsville has
applied for these grants in order to construct a 300,000 gallons per day (GPD) wastewater
treatment plant, 25,000 linear feet of 12" gravity sewer line and 13,000 linear feet of 8" water
line. The project will directly benefit local manufacturers in the Micaville area and assist there
in retaining and creating new jobs.
The total project cost is $2,647,750, which includes $700,000 from CDBG funds, $1 million
from the EDA, $200,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission, $444,618 from an NC
Revolving loan, and $303,132 of local cash from the Town of Burnsville and Yancey County.
A location map of the project area is enclosed. Please copy me with any comments that you
may have on this project. They may be faxed to my attention at [phone]. If you have
any questions or need further information, please call me at [phone], extension 114.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
e Q -
Stacy L. Franklin
Community Development Planter
Enclosure
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Fqual Opporinni,}' Fn,pin}crfl'mgrau,
Aucifiary Aid% and Scrcice% arc AN ndnlde upon retluem In
Individual% %%irh Di%ahifitie%

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P.O. n n x tA 2 R 6 0 7- I R 20
rt1ONE 704-265-5434 1-900-735-2962 ITT?
FAX [phone]-R00.735-9262 (VOICE)
rhinip rrye Richard A. render
Curb ,wn 4 frer R"nrd rm-4 funr hirrrrnr
Linda Crnig
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Treatvrrr "Brian Cole
Fish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Dear Mr. Cole:
I am presently conducting an environmental review for a CDBG Economic Development Grant
of $700,000 and an Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant of $1,000,000 to the
Town of Burnsville, North Carolina. This project (Clearinghouse 4 95-0723) has previously
gone through the NC State Clearinghouse Review process. The Town of Burnsville has
applied for these grants in order to construct a 300,000 gallons per day (GPD) wastewater
treatment plant, 25,000 linear feet of-]2" gravity sewer line and 13,000 linear feet of 8" water
line. The project will directly benefit local manufacturers in the Micaville area and assist them
in retaining and creating new jobs.
The total project cost is $2,647,750, which includes $700,000 from CDBG funds, $1 million
from the EDA, $200,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission, $444,618 from an NC
Revolving loan, and $303,132 of local cash from the Town of Burnsville and Yancey County.
A location map of the project area is enclosed. Please copy me with any comments that you
may have on this project. They may be Faxed to my attention at [phone]. If you have
any questions or need further information, please call me at [phone], extension 114.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
J64� / 44L
Stacy L. Franklin
Commuliity Development Planner
Enclosure
Equal Oprottuniry 1?n,pinwnn't, gram
Auxiliary Aid, and 5etviec5 are Available upon reque,t to
Individual, ,with 0kahililicc

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF
EDA'S PREPARATION OF ITS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
The US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA) is
announcing its intention to prepare an environmental assessment for the extension of
water and wastewater lines to the MicavilIe community near the Town of Burnsville. A
new wastewater treatment plant will also be constructed near Micaville. These
improvements will enable manufacturers in this area to retain and create new jobs. The
specific elements of this action are:
The construction of a new 300,000 gallons. per day (GPD) wastewater treatment
plant and accompanying 25,000 LF of 12 " gravity sewer line and 13,000 LF of
8" water line. A detailed description of this project can be found in the
engineering reports and their supplements prepared by the consulting engineer
which are on file for public inspection at the Town Hall in Burnsville, North
Carolina during normal business hours. The following map depicts the general
geographic locations of these facilities. This project (Clearinghouse # 95-0723)
has previously gone through the NC State Clearinghouse Review process.
EDA is formally soliciting comments on this project to assist in its evaluation.
Any written comments regarding this notification should be provided within thirty (30)
days of this publication to: Mr. John Ogden, Regional Environmental Officer, Economic
Development Administration, 401 -West Peachtree Street, N.W., Suite 1820, Atlanta,
Georgia 30308.
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WATER AND WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENTS
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YANCEY COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
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w State of North Carolina Reviewing Office:
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW —PROJECT COMMENTS Project Number: Due Date:
Alter review of this project it has been determined that the EHNR permit(s) and/or approvals indicated may need to be obtained in
order for this project to comply with North Carolina Law,
Ouestions regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office indicated on the reverse of the form.
Ali applications, information and guidelines relative to these plans and permits are available from the same Normal Process
Regional Office.
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PERMITS
SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REOUIREMENTS
(statutory time
Iimitl
Permit 10 construct d operate wastewater treatment
Application 90 days before begin construction or award of
30 days
facilities, sewer system extensions. 3 sewer
construction contracts On -site inspection. Post -application
systems not discharging into state surface waters.
lechnical conference usual
(90 days)
NPOES • permit to discharge Into surface water andlor
Application 180 days before begin activity. Omsile inspection.
90,120 days
permit to operate and Construct wastewater facilities
Pre -application conference usual. Additionally, obtain permit to
discharging into Slate surface waters
construct wastewater treatment facility -granted alter NPOES Reply
INIA)
time. 30 days after receipt of plans or issue of NPDES
permit -whichever is later.
30 days
Water Use Permit
Pre -application technical Conlerence usually necessary
(NIA)
7 days
Well Construction Permit
Complete application must be received and permit issued
prior to the installation of a welt.
(15 days)
Application copy must be served on each adjacent riparian properly
55 days
Dredge and Fill Permit
owner. On-sile inspection. Pre -application conference usual. Fining
may require Easement to Fill from N.C. Department Of
190 days)
Administration and Federal Dredge and Fill Permit.
Permit to construct 3 operate Air Pollution Abatement
60 clays
facilities andlor Emission Sources as per 15A NCAC 21H.06
NIA
(90 days)
Any open burning associated with subject proposal
must be in compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0520.
Demolition or renovations of structures containing
asbestos material must be in compliance with 15A
60 days
NCAC 2D.0525 which requires notification and removal
NrA
prior to demolition. Contact Asbestos Control Group
919.733.0820.
(90 daysl
Complex Source Permit required under 15A NCAC 2D.0800.
The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be properly addressed for any land disturbing activity. An erosion d sedrmentativ
control plan will be required it one or more acres to be disturbed. Plan filed with proper Regional Oflice (Land Quality Sect.) at least 30
20 days
days before be2mnin2 activity. A lee of $30 for the first acre and S20.00 for each additional acre or part must accompany the plan
30 da si
The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be addressed with respect to the referrenced Local Ordinance:
130 days)
On -site inspection usual. Surely bond filed with EHNR, Bond amount
Mining Permit
varies with type mine and number of acres of alfected land. Any area
30 days
mined greater than one acre must be permited. The appropriate bond
160 days)
must be received before the permit can be issued,
4 North Carolina Burning permit
On-sile Inspection by N.C. Division Forest Resources it permit
1 day
exceeds 4 days
(NIA)
Special Ground Clearance Burning Permit - 22
On -site inspection by N,D, Division Forest Resources required "If more
1 day
counties in coastal N.C. with organic soils
than five acres of ground clearing activities are involved. Inspections
{NIA)
should be requested at least ten days before actual burn is planned."
90.120 days
Oil Relining Facilities
NIA
INIAI
It permit required, application 60 days before begin Construction.
Applicant must hi+e N.C. qualified engineer to: prepare plans.
30 days
Dam Safety Permit
Inspect construction, cerlily construction is according to EHNR approv-
ed plans. May also require permit under mosquito control program. And
1160 days)
a 404 permit Irom Corps of Fngineers. An inspection o1 site is neces.
sary 10 verify Hazard Classification. A minimum fee of S200.00 must ac-
company the application. An additional processing fee based on a
percenta a ar the folal pro'ec1 cost wall be required upon complelron
Continued on reverse

Al
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❑�
normal Process
Time
(statutory lime
PERMITS SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REQUIREMENTS
limit)
File surely bond of S5,000 with EHNR running to State of N.C.
10 days
Permit to drill exploratory oil or gas well
Conditional that any well opened by drill operator shall, upon
(NIA)
abandonment, be plugged according 10 EHNR rules and regulations.
Geophysical Exploration Permit
Application filed with EHNR at least 10 days prior to issue of permit
10 days
Application by letter. No standard application form.
(NIA)
Slate fakes Construction Permit
Application fee based on structure size is charged. Must include
15-20 days
descriptions S drawings of structure & proof of ownership
(NIAI
of riparian property.
60 days
401 Water Quality Certification
N(A
(130 daysl
55 days
CAMA Permit for MAJOR development
S250.00 fee must accompany application
(150 days)
22 days
CAMA Permit for MINOR development
$50.00 fee must accompany application
125 days)
Several geodetic monuments are located in or near the project area. If any monuments need to be moved or destroyed. please notify:
N.C. Geodetic Survey, Box 27687. Raleigh. N.C. 27611
Abandonment of any wells. if required, must be in accordance with Title 15A. Subchapter 2C.0100.
Notification of the proper regional office is requested it "Orphan" underground storage tanks (LISTS) are discovered during any excavation operation.
Compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.1000 (Coastal Stormwater Rules) is required.
45 days
(NIA)
Other comments (attach additional pages as necessary, being certain to cite comment aulhorityf;
REGIONAL OFFICES
Questions rega ding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office marked below.
Asheville Regional Office El Fayetteville Regional Office
Z59 Woodfin Place Suite 714 Wachovia Building
Asheville, NC 28801 Fayetteville. NC 28301
[phone] [phone]
❑ Mooresville Regional Office
919 North Main Street, P.D. Box 950
Mooresville, NC 28115
[phone]
❑ Washington Regional Office
1424 Carolina Avenue
Washington, NC 27889
[phone]
❑ Raleigh Regional Office
3600 Barrel( Drive, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC 27609
[phone] .
❑ Wilmington Regional Office
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405
[phone]
❑ Winston-Salem Regional Office
8025 North Point Blvd.
Suite 100
Winston-Salem. NC 27106

North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
Jarnes B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
April 26, 1995
Tom Storie, Public
Town of Burnsville
P.O. Box 97
Works Director
Burnsville, NC 28714
Re: Burnsville Micaville Area Wastewater Treatment
Plant Improvements, Yancey County, 95-C-0000-
0723
Dear Mr. Storie:
Division of Archives and History
William S. Price, Jr., Director
We have received information concerning the above project from the State
Clearinghouse.
We have conducted a search of our files and are aware of no structures of
historical or architectural importance located within the planning area.
There are no known recorded archaeological sites within the project boundaries.
However, the project area has never been systematically surveyed to determine
the location of significance of archaeological resources. The project area has a
high potential for significant archaeological resources, particularly soapstone
quarries.
We recommend that a comprehensive survey be conducted by an experienced
archaeologist to identify the presence and significance of archaeological remains
that may be damaged or destroyed by the proposed project. Potential effects on
unknown resources should be assessed prior to the initiation of construction
activities. Please contact David Moore, Western Office staff archaeologist, at
704/274-6789, for assistance in developing a scope of work for this project.
Enclosed is a list of archaeological consultants who have conducted or expressed
an interest in conducting contract work in North Carolina. Individual files providing
additional information on the consultants may be examined at the State Historic
Preservation Office's Office of State Archaeology, 421 North Blount Street,
Raleigh. If additional names are desired, you may consult the current listing of the
members of the Society of Professional Archaeologists, or contact the society's
current secretary/treasurer, David L. Carlson, Department o'f Anthropology, Texas
A&M University, College Station, Texas 77843-4352, telephone [phone].
Any of the above persons, or any other experienced archaeologist, may be
contacted to conduct the recommended investigation.

Tom Storie
April 26, 1995, Page 2
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act of 1966 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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Economic Development Administration, Atlanta

State of North Carolina
Department of'Envlronment,
Health and Natural Resources «
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., , Secrnor
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Jonathan B. Howes. Secretary C
A. Preston Howard, Jr., RE., Director
October 9, 1995
Honorable Mark W. Bennett, Mayor
Town of Burnsville
P. O. Box 97
Burnsville, North Carolina 28714-0097
SUBJEC IF: Environmental Assessment
Burnsville-Micavil Ie
Wastewater System
Yancey County, NC
Dear Mayor Bennett:
The Construction Grants and Loans Section has completed its review of the subject
Environmental Assessment and has the attached comments. A revised Environmental
Assessment, which incorporates responses to these continents, should be submitted for our
review and approval as soon as possible.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact me' at [phone],
extension 614.
Sincerely,
Cecil �. Madden, Jr., P.E.
Supervisor
Facilities Evaluation Unit
Attachment (all cc's)
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Don Evans
Asheville Regional Office
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P.O. Box 29535. Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0635 Tel©phone [phone] FAX [phone]
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMENTS
BURNS VILLE-MICAVILLE
OCTOBER 4, 1995
The proposed Burnsville-Micaville project has been submitted to the review
agencies, and the attached review comments must be addressed so that the review
process can continue.
2. The proposed improvements are currently being evaluated as a minimum criteria_
project, and a complete environmental assessment is normally not required.
However, if the flow from a new treatment plant or an expansion exceeds one-third
the 7QI0 of the receiving stream and/or significant environmental impacts are
anticipated from construction/operation activities, a complete environmental
assessment will be required. This action includes submitting the project for a
review to the State Clearinghouse by the Construction Grants and Loans Section.
Therefore, please submit the appropriate documentation about the 7QI0 and flow
for the proposed discharge point.
3. Speculative effluent limitations for the proposed treatment plant must be requested
to determine the potential water quality impacts. This information is also necessary
to'complete the evaluation of this project.
4. If a complete environmental assessment is required, a public hearing will also be
mandatory.

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North Carolina Wfldhfe Resources Commission 0
512 N. S"bury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Melba McGee, Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs
f Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
1~RON44 Stephanie E. Goudreau, Mt. Region Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: August 7-8, 1995
SUBJECT: DEHNR Project No. 736, Environmental Assessment for the Burnsville-Micaville
Water and Wastewater Improvements, Yancey County.
This correspondence responds to a request by you for our review and comments on the
Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Burnsville-MicavilIe Water and Wastewater
Improvements in Yancey County. "Ihcse comments are provided in accordance with the
provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 JI.S.C. 661-
667d.) and the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (G.S. 1I3A-1 through I I3A-IU; 1
NCAC 25).
Project sponsors Propose to construct a 0.3 million gallon per day wastewater treatment
plant (WWTP) on the South'foe River to serve Burnsville and Micaville. Approximately 13,000
linear feet of 8-inch water line and 25,000 linear feet of 12-inch sewer line will be installed as
part of this project. According to Mr. John Coxey of McGill Associates, water and sewer lines
will cross several Streams.
Before we can concur with a Finding of No Significant Impact, the EA should be revised
to include the following information:
1) Names of streams to be crossed by water and sewer lines and the nature of csch crossing
(e.g., buried in substrate, elevated on piers, attached to a bridge),
2) Acknowledgment that the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (919/733-7701) has
been contacted regarding state or federal Listed animal or plant species in the project area.
3) The nature of the land to be disturbed by water and sewer line installation. Will most be
installed along highway right-of-way?
4) The level of treatment wastewater will receive at the new WWTP.

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In addition, listed below arc several recommendations for installing water and sewer lines
to minimize adverse impacts to fisheries and wildlife resources. The EA should discuss these
measures and note which recommendations will be incorporated in the project:
1) Where crossings are necessary, utility lines should cross streams at right angles to
minimize impacts to riparian areas.
2) Utility lines crossing streams should be attached to bridges or buried in the stream bottom
to maintain fish movement upstream and downstream and prevent debris liom collecting
at the pipe and causing a hydrologic change. We do not recommend elevating lines on
piers because these structures often catch debris, increase sedimentation downstream, and
result in the formation of islands.
3) If concrete will be used, construction must be accomplished so that wet concrete does not
contact stream water. This will lessen the chance of altering the stream's water chemistry
and Causing a fish kill.
4) An undisturbed buffer zone should be left between streams and all land disturbance
(except at stream crossings). We prefer a buffer zone of at least 50 feet wide to control
sedimentation into streams, provide shade, and maintain a travel corridor for wildlife.
5) Stringent erosion control measures should be implemented where soil is disturbed and
maintained until project completion.
6) Temporary or permanent herbaceous vegetation should be planted on all bare soil within
15 days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-term erosion control. We prefer a
"seed as you go" strategy rather than allowing a large amount of soil to remain hare.
7) Yancey County is one of 25 trout counties in the state, therefore, the U.S. Arnty Carps of
Engineers has given biological staff of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
C:ommissiom (NCWRC) authority to review appplications for nationwide and general 404
permits in this county. Project sponsors should send a copy of the permit application to
me at the Same time one is sent to the Corps.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any
questions regarding these comments, please contact me at 704/652-4257.
cc: Mr. Chris Uoudreau, District 8 Fisheries Biologist
Mr. Jack Mason, District 8 Wildlife Biologist

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT
August 25, 1995
MEMORANDUM
TO: Monica SwihartRV2 `-J�G��a
THRU: Ruth Swanek'pr-�)
Carla Sanderson
FROM: Jacquelyn M. Nowell M�
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment for the Burnsville-Micaviile WW Improvements
Project No. 736
Yancey County
The Instream Assessment Unit has reviewed the EA for the subject project. The
assessment does not contain information concerning potential effluent Limitations for the
proposed project_ Our records do not indicate that Burnsville or Micavflle have requested
speculative Limits from the Division in order to determine what level of treatment the
proposed facility should have. It is our recommendation that the Town submit a written
request for speculative effluent limits for this facility. This request should include a map
showing the location of the proposed discharge point and should also contain any pertinent
information about constituency of the wastewater, i.e. industrial , commercial, etc. This
request should be sent to:
Donald L. Safrit
Asst. Chief for Technical Support Branch
DEM/Water Quality Section
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, N.C. 27626-0535
If there are additional questions concerning this recommendation, please contact
me.
cc: Forrest Westall
WLA File

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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Air Quality Section
Au_ust 18, I995
MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee
Environmental Assessment Section
From: Alan Klimek, Chief
Subject: Project No. 736
Environmental Assessment
Burnsville-Micaville
Water and Wastewater Improvements
Yancey County, North Carolina
The environmental assessment has been reviewed by the Air Quality Section. The proposed project
involves the a water line extension and construction of a new wastewater treatment plant.
An air permit may be required for this modification of the facility. The expansion of the wastewater
treatment plant may include sources of particulate emissions and control devices (Iime silos and odor
scrubbers for example).
Care should be taken by the contractors to comply with open burning provisions during land clearing
for the construction of pumping stations and pipelines. Adequate wetting, reseeding and covering of
disturbed areas should be utilized during earth moving and pipeline trenching operations to mitigate
any adverse impacts from fugitive dust emissions. Furthermore, odor control measures may be needed
should malodorous emissions prove to be a problem.
Should you require further information in this regard, please advise.
c: Lesley Biller
yancey.ea

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Mr. Reginald R. Sutton
North Carolina DEpa r miient of Li-ov i r on ment ,
Health. and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh. North Carolina 27626-0535
Dear Mr. Sutton:
Subject:' Environmental assessment for proposed sewer and water
improvements for the Towns of Burnsville and Micaville, Yancey
County. North Carolina
We received a copy of the subject document on August 15, 1995, requesting
our comments. The following comments are provided in accordance with the
provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as amended
(16 U.S.C. 661-667e). and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of
1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).
According to the information provided in the document, this project will
involve the construction of a water line, sewer lines, and a new
300.000-gallon-per-day wastewater treatment plant in the Burnsville/
Micaville area. The purpose of this project is to improve water and
sewer service to the Towns of Burnsville and Micaville.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) found the environmental
assessment to be lacking in detail with regard to project description,
location, and possible impacts to fish. wildlife, stream, and wetland
resources within the project area. The map provided with the assessment
was difficult to read and to determine the exact locations of the
proposed water line, sewer lines, and the new wastewater treatment plant.
Also, there was no information as to the degree (i.e.. secondary or
tertiary) and type of effluent treatment (i.e.. effluent will be
dechlorinated before discharge) at the new plant.or where wastewater
effluent will be discharged. The above -mentioned information would be
helpful for our review of the project.
The Service is concerned about the potential impacts this project could
have on two federally listed species: (1) the Appalachian elktoe
(Alasmidonta raveneliana). a federally endangered freshwater mussel

species, and (2) Virginia spiraea (S iraea virginiana). a federally
threatened plant species. There are also two other rare species of
concern to us --the hellbender (Cryptobranchus alleaaniensis_), an
amphibian, and the olive darter (Percina sguamata), a fish species.
Alasmidonta raveneliana is endemic to the upper Tennessee River system in
western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. Historical records for the
species in North Carolina include the following river systems:
Nolichucky River, Little Tennessee River, Little River, Swannanoa River,
and French Broad River. Only two populations of the species are known to
survive --one population in the Little Tennessee River (Macon and Swain
Counties) and one population in the Nolichucky River, which includes the
main stem of the Nolichucky River (Mitchell and Yancey Counties) and the
North -Toe River (Mitchell and Yancey Counties). In 1992, one specimen
was found in the Cane River in Yancey County. Habitat and water quality
degradation resulting from impoundments, stream channelization, dredging,
industrial and sewage effluent, and the runoff of'silt and other
pollutants are believed to have contributed to this species' decline.
S_piraea virginiana is a slender, branching, rosaceous shrub growing to
1.5 meters tall. This species occurs primarily within the scour zone on
the banks of high gradient streams or on braided features, such as point
bars. natural levees.. or meander scrolls, of the lower reaches of.
streams. It may also occur within floodplain areas but is most often
found at the water's edge. There are several known populations of
S iraea virginiana along the South Toe River and Cane River in Yancey
County.
Percina squamata and Cryptobranchus alleganiensis are not federally
listed, but the Service requests assistance in protecting these rare
aquatic species. Percina sgoamata is a small member of the family
Percidae, with a range that is widely scattered in the upper Tennessee
River system. This fish species can be commonly found in deep, swift
rapids and runs near boulders in main river channels. This species is
known to occur in the South Toe River just north/northeast of Micaville.
Cryptobnanchus alle aniensis is a large, flattened aquatic salamander
with gray -brown, wrinkled skin and five toes on each hind foot. This
species occurs in large streams and rivers beneath large flat stones or
logs in shallow, clear running water. It is known from a section of the
South Toe River just south of Celo.
In accordance with the Act, it is the responsibility of'the appropriate
Federal regulatory agency to review its activities or programs and to
identify any such activities or programs that may affect endangered or
threatened species or their habitats. If it is determined that these
proposed activities may adversely affect any species federally listed as
endangered or threatened, formal consultation with this office must be
initiated. Thus, the Service recommends that:''(1) the issue of effluent
discharge and its potential impacts on both federally listed and other
aquatic species be addressed, and (2) if appropriate habitat is available
within the project impact area. surveys be conducted for Spiraea
virginiana.

Finally, the Service is also concerned about the lack of detail on
potential impacts to streams and wetlands. Apparently, there will be
several stream crossings associated with the sewer line construction.
along with possible wetland impacts. The assessment does not identify
the crossing locations nor does it detail any specific mitigative
measures that will implemented to reduce any adverse impacts to aquatic
resources in these streams. Regarding wetlands, the assessment states:
"At the present time, it is not known if wetlands will be impacted.
During the survey phase of the project. a determination will be made as
to this possible impact." The Service believes that pertinent wetland
and fish and wildlife surveys should be conducted prior to the completion
of the environmental assessment so that resource agencies can provide
substantive comments on the analyses of the alternatives presented and
the impacts to natural resources associated with the proposed project.
We appreciate the opportunity to provide these comments and look forward
to receiving additional information. If there are any questions, please
contact Ms. Janice Nicholls of our staff at 704/258-3939, Ext. 227. In
any future correspondence concerning this project, please reference our
Log Number 4-2-95-118.
Sincerely,
Q� I C-
Robert R. Currie
Acting Field Supervisor
CC:
Ms. Linda Pearsall, Director, North Carolina Natural Heritage Program,
P.Q. Box 27687. Raleigh, NC 27611
Ms. Stephanie Goudreau, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission,
320 S. Garden Street, Marion, NC 28752
Mr. Chris McGrath, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission,
42 Concord Road, Asheville. NC 28803

North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary `=� ", . "" ; William S. Price, Jr., Director
August 28, 1995
MEMORANDUM -
TO: Reginald R. Sutton
Construction Grants Section
Division of Environmental Management
DEHNR
FROM: David Brook
Aisto_rtAic
/�Deputy State 4se va�tiori Officer
SUBJECT: Burnsville Micaville 201 facilities plan, water and
wastewater improvements, Yancey County, 95-C-
0000-0723, ER 96-7261
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to review the above plan.
We note that an archaeological survey will be provided for the project. We look
forward to receiving copies of the report.
We have conducted a search of our files and are aware of no structures of
historical or architectural importance located within the planning area.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservations 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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