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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
September 18, 2007
Tina Randazzo
URS Corporation
1600 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 400
Morrisville, NC 27560
Subject: City of Raleigh/ NCDOT TIP # U-4901, Wake County
Falls ofNeuse Widening and Relocation Project
On-Site Determination for Applicability to the Neuse Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0233)
On-Site Determination for Applicability to the Mitigation Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506(h))
Dear Ms. Randazzo:
On September 18, 2007, at your request and in your attendance, Rob Ridings, Division of Water Quality (DWQ) staff,
conducted an on-site determination to review drainage features located at the Falls of Neuse relocation project for
applicability to the Neuse River Buffer Rules and for applicability to the Mitigation Rules (15A NCAC2H .0506(h)).
The drainage features are approximated on the Jurisdictional Stream and Wetland Data Forms document, prepared by
URS Corporation on July 20, 2007.
The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) concurs with the referenced document regarding the following
stream calls:
S l: Perennial stream, subject to Mitigation Rules and Neuse Buffer Rules.
S2: Perennial stream, subject to Mitigation Rules and Neuse Buffer Rules.
S3: Perennial stream, subject to Mitigation Rules but not Neuse Buffer Rules.
S4: Perennial stream, subject to Mitigation Rules and Neuse Buffer Rules.
S5: Intermittent stream, subject to Neuse Buffer Rules but not Mitigation Rules.
S6: Intermittent stream, not subject to Mitigation Rules or Neuse Buffer Rules.
This letter only addresses the applicability to the mitigation rules and the buffer rules and does not approve any activity
within the buffer, Waters of the United States, or Waters of the State. Any impacts to wetlands, streams and buffers must
comply with the Neuse Buffer Rules, 404/401 regulations, water supply regulations (15A NCAC 2B .0216), and any
other required federal, state and local regulations. Please be aware that even if no direct impacts are proposed to the
protected buffers, sheet flow of all new stormwater runoff as per 15A NCAC 2B .0250 is required.
The owner (or future owners) or permittee should notify the DWQ (and other relevant agencies) of this decision in any
future correspondences concerning this property and/or project. This on-site determination shall expire five (5) years
from the date of this letter.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2321 Crabtree. Blvd, Suite 250
Internet: h2o.ennstatem.us Raleigh, NC 27604
Phone[phone]
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Landowners or affected parties that dispute a determination made by the DWQ or Delegated Local Authority that a
surface water exists and that it is subject to the mitigation rules may request a determination by the Director. A request
for a determination by the Director shall be referred to the Director in writing c/o John Hennessy, DWQ Transportation
Permitting Unit, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650. Individuals that dispute a determination by the
DWQ or Delegated Local Authority that "exempts" a surface water from the mitigation rules may ask for an adjudicatory
hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. Applicants are hereby notified that the 60-
day statutory appeal time does not start until the affected party (including downstream and adjacent landowners) is
notified of this decision. DWQ recommends that the applicant conduct this notification in order to be certain that third
party appeals are made in a timely manner. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This determination is final and binding unless you ask for a hearing within 60 days.
If you have any additional questions or require additional information please call Rob Ridings at 919-733-9817.
Sincerely,
Rob Ridings
DWQ Transportation Permitting Unit
Attachments: Map of designated streams from jurisdictional document
cc: Eric. Alsmeyer, US Army Corps of Engineers - Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
DWQ RRO File Copy'
DWQ Wetlands 401 Transportation Unit file copy

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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
September 19, 2007
MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee, Environmental Coordinator ff
Through: John Hennessy, Supervisor, Transportation Permitting Uni
From: David Wainwright, NC Division of Water Quality
Subject: Scoping comments on proposed new road from SR 1126 to SR 1125 in Washington County,
Federal Aid Project No. STP-1126(5), TIP R-4909.
Project No. 08-0072
Reference your correspondence dated August 24, 2007 in which you requested comments for the
referenced project. Preliminary analysis of the project reveals the potential for multiple impacts to
perennial streams and jurisdictional wetlands in the project area. More specifically, impacts to:
Stream Name River Basin Stream
Classifications Stream Index
Number
Kendrick Creek Macke s Creek Pas uotank C;Sw 30-9-(1)
Lewis Canal Pas uotank C;Sw 30-9-4-3
Main Canal Pas uotank C;Sw 30-9-4
Unnamed Canal to Main Canal Pas uotank C;Sw 30-9-4
Further investigations at a higher resolution should be undertaken to verify the presence of other streams
and/or jurisdictional wetlands in the area. In the event that any jurisdictional areas are identified, the
Division of Water Quality requests that NCDOT consider the following environmental issues for the
proposed project:
Project Specific Comments:
1. If Alternate #2 is selected, additional impacts to Kendrick Creek and an Unnamed Canal to the
Main Canal and their associated wetland systems would occur. Alternate #1 does not cross these
waterbodies, resulting in less overall impacts to wetland and stream resources.
General Project Comments:
1. The environmental document shall provide a detailed and itemized presentation of the proposed
impacts to wetlands and streams with corresponding mapping. If mitigation is necessary as
required by 15A NCAC 2H.0506(h), it is preferable to present a conceptual (if not finalized)
mitigation plan with the environmental documentation. Appropriate mitigation plans will be
required prior to issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification.
None Carolin
Transportation Permitting Unit
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1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: httr)://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands

desi 2. Environmental assessment alternatives shall conThese altenat ves shall include road designs that
streams and wetlands from storm water runoff. grassed detai allow for treatment of the storm water runoff through beat aanag nmenact cetic such as filed in
the most recent version f rnled wQr htorm oles,vreten?on basinsgetc.
swales, buffer areas, p
Water ft er the selection of the preferred alternative and prior he Will need to demonstrate theQuality
3. A
Certification, the NCDOT is respectfully reminded that they
Rules {I 5A NCAC
avoidance and minimization of impacts to eldManagement1Commis maximum extent
practical. In accordance with the Environmental for i appropriate lost
2H.0506(h)}, mitigation will be required n
event p lam shall g rbetdesigned to r replace approp In the
that mitigation is required, the mitigation p
functions and values. The NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program may be available for use as
wetland mitigation. mission
CAC 4. In accordance with the Environmental Management Coe ter than' 1 O Rlinear ules {I feet to any single
2H.0506(h)}, mitigation will be required for impacts designed to
d, the
require
shall b erennial stream. In the event that mitigation ishe NC Ecosys emitigation plan
Enhancement Program may be
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replace appropriate lost functions and values.
available for use as stream mitigation.
5. DWQ is very concerned with sediment and erosion i he ct ehat could res It from is occur project
the pntial impact that may NC DOT shall address these Con tiy describing that would reduce the impacts.
aquatic environments and any gating factors
i 6. Bridge supports (bents) shall not be placed in the stream when possible.
refers spanning structures. Spanning structures usually ono
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7. Whenever possible, the DWQ p nks
and
require require work within the stream or grubbing of the ssrero tided by br dges allow for human anadnne
realignment. The horizontal and vertical clearancep
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wildlife passage beneath the structure, do not block fish passage and o not block navigation by
canoeists and boaters.
rains shall not discharge directly into the stream. Stormwater shall be directed
8. Bridge deck d riate means (grassed swales, pre-formed
across the bridge and pre-treated through site-appropriate
scour holes, vegetated buffers, etc.) before entering the stream. Please refer to the most current
version of NC DWQ Stormwater Best Management Practices.
work area shall be maintained to prevent direct
g. If concrete is used during construction, a dry
the a inadverten
fortly contact
uncured between curing concrete and stream water. Water
and concrete shall not be discharged to surface waters due to potential possible aquatic life and fish kills.
shall
be b 0. Placement of culverts and other structures in waters, with streams, and wetlands
greater than 8eiow theand a diameter
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less t? elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts
of culverts 48 in her ches, to allow low
20 percent of the culvert diameter for culverts having a diameter
flow passage of water and aquatic life. Design and plcement and
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in tem orary erosion control measures shall not be conducted in a manner that may result
t to or upstream and down stye m
in disinclud g P
-equilibrium . wetlands stream e or banks, adjacent
structures. The appl plicant is required proved s unable to bee et duet bed ockg
of the If this is condition
maintained if requested in writing by DWQ• lease contact the NC DWQ for
or other limiting features encountered during construction, p
uidance on how to proceed and to determine whether or not a permit modification will be
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required.
11. If multiple pipes or barrels are required, they barrel at flood plain eilevationland/o sills where
section as closely as possible including pipes or
appropriate. Widening the stream channel shall be avoided. catuei g channel ideni ig at t the at inlet
or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity se don
requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage.
n test borings are necessary; it should be noted in the document. Geotechnical work
is under General 401 Certification Number 3624/Nationwide Permit No. 6 for Survey
12. is approved tio
Activities.
and ented
of North Carolina must be implem
13. Sediment and erosion control measures sufficient to protect
and maintained in accordance with the most recent version Sediment
Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual and the most recent version of NCS000250.
11 work in or adjacent to stream waters shall be conducted in a dry work area unless otherwise
14. A Approved BMP measures from the most current version of NCDOT
fferdams
yNC DWQ•
approved b
construction and Maintenance Activities manual has andbans, rock berms water co an
other diversion structures should be used to prevent
15. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands and streams.
16. Borrow/waste areas shall avoid wetlands to the maximum extent practical. Impacts to wetlands
in borrow/waste areas could precipitate compensatory mitigation.
WI maps, NC Coastal Region Evaluation, of
17. While the use of National Wetland Inmaps veto aild oil survey maps are useful tools, their inherent
Significance (NC-CREWS)
Wetland
inaccuracies require that qualified personnel perform onsite wetland delineations prior to permit
approval. stream 18. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the bank
od of ntroducing other pollutaiitsiint strums.
minimize sedimentation and reduce the likelihood
This equipment shall be inspected daily and mainuaidns or o ther revent toxiccontami materials nation of surface
waters from leaking fuels, lubricants; hydraulic fl
should d i properly a manner
19. Riprap shall not be placed in the active thalweg chanbn uldepl aced in ructuresthe stre
that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering
designed, sized and installed.
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Thank you for requesting our input at this time. The DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water
Quality Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality
standards are met and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require
additional information, please contact David Wainwright at [phone].
cc: Bill Biddlecome, US Army Corps of Engineers, Washington Field Office
Clarence Coleman, Federal Highway Administration
Chris Militscher, Environmental Protection Agency
Travis Wilson, NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Gary Jordan, US Fish and Wildlife Service
Cathy Brittingham, Division of Coastal Management
Garcy Ward, DWQ Washington Regional Office
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MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
MEMORANUDUM TO:
FROM:
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
August 24, 2007
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
Mr. David Wainwright
Division of Water Quality/Wetlands
Central Office
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Manager 2
Project Development and Environmental Analysis 13r nch
SUBJECT: Start of Study Letter for Washington County, Construct two-lane facility
on new location from SR 1126 (Newland Road) to SR 1125 (Millpond
Road), Division 1, Federal-Aid Project STP-1126(5), WBS No.
41191.1.1, TIP No. R-4909
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch is starting the project
development, environmental and engineering studies for the proposed project. The project is included in
the 2007-2013 North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program and is scheduled for right of way in
fiscal year 2012 and construction in fiscal year 2013.
Attached for your review and comments are the scoping information sheets for the proposed project.
We would appreciate any information you might have that would be helpful in evaluating potential
environmental impacts of the project. If applicable, please identify any permits or approvals that may be
required by your agency. A scoping meeting will be scheduled with NCDOT staff to discuss the proposed
project in more detail. In order to include your comments in our materials for this meeting, we would
appreciate your response by October 8, 2007. If you would like to attend the scoping meeting, please notify
the project engineer.
It is anticipated that a federally funded Environmental Assessment will be prepared for this
project. This document will be prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Michele James, Project Planning
Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Extension 233. Please include the TIP Project Number in all
correspondence and comments.
GJT/plr
Attachment
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WESSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC

PDEA Scoping Procedures
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Scoping Information Sheet
TIP No.: R-4909
WBS No.: 4119
Federal Aid No: STP-1126 5
Division: 1
Sent Date: r 8/17/07
Revision Date:
Meeting Date:
County: Washington
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Construction of a two lane road on new location from SR1125 (Millpond Rd.) to SR 1126
(Newland Rd.) adjacent to US 64.
General Project Need:
Provide improved access for SR 1126 traffic to US 64 Bypass
Metropolitan / Rural Planning Organization Albemarle RPO
Area:
NEPA/404 Merg er Candidate?: ? Yes ? No ® Not sure
Feasibility Study Completed?: ® Yes ? No 8/15/2000 Date
Type of Environmental Documents to be Prepared / Project Schedule:
Dates: Type of Document:
Environmental Document:
Right of Way:
Let:
Air Quality Status:
FY 2012
FY 2013
Rev 4/10/06
EA
FONSI
? Non-attainment ? Maintenance ? Attainment
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PDEA Scoping Procedures
Design Criteria:
Length of Proiect Limits: 2 miles
Type of Access Control:
(Existing / Proposed)
Structure Inventory:
Functional
Classification:
Rev 4/10/06
None
None
NA
Strategic Highway Corridor
Information:
CTP/Thoroughfare Plan
Designation (Facility Type):
Roadway Typical
Section:
(Existing / Proposed)
Typical Section in Compliance with Conformity Determination:
? Yes ? No
Right of Way:
(Existing / Proposed)
Existing Posted
Speed:
US 64 is the nearest corridor
NA
Proposed 2-lane roadway
100 feet proposed
Proposed Design
Speed:
Traffic (AADT): % TTST:
Current Year: (2000) 900 vpd % Dual:
Design Year: 2030 1800 vpd % DHV:
Design Standards Applicable: AASHTO 0 3R
Railroad Involvement:
NA
Cost Estimate:
TIP Estimate:
Current Estimate:
Construction: Riaht of Wav: Total Cost:
$2,800,000 $60,000 $3,060,000(Inclu
des $200,000 in
prior years cost
TBD TBD TBD
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs
Project Review Form
Project Number County Date Received Date Response Due (firm deadline)
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This project is being reviewed as indicated below:
Regional Office Regional Office Area In-House Review
Asheville Air _ Soil & Water -Marine Fisheries
Fayetteville "Water _,,,_?oastal Management
Mooresville _ Aquifer Protection -Wildlife

Raleigh ?nd Quality Engineer - Forest Resources
Z'Washington _ Water Resources .-?nvironinental Health
Wilmington - Parks & Recreation - Solid Waste Mgmt
Winston-Salem Water Quality - Radiation Protection

_ Air Quality - Other
Manager Sign-Off/Region: Date: In-House Reviewer/Agency:
Response (check all applicable)
- No objection to project as proposed
- No comment
- Insufficient information to complete review
Other (specify or attach comments)
RETURN TO:
Melba McGee
Environmental Coordinator
Office of Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs
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