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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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NCDOT - Office of Natural Environment APR 2 1 2006
1598 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1598 DENR-WATER QUALITY
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Subject: NCDOT TIP # U3303 A and B, SR 1306/SR 1363, Guilford County
Little Alamance Creek [03-06-03, 16-19-11, C, NSW]
On-Site Determination for Applicability to the Mitigation Rules (I 5A NCAC 2H .0506(h)
Dear Ms. Riffey:
On March 30, 2006, Division of Water Quality (DWQ) staff, in conjunction with yourself and US Army Corps
of Engineers staff, conducted an on-site determination to review two drainage sites within the subject project
boundary for applicability to the mitigation rules. The drainage features are approximated on the attached
map.
Site UT3: This drainage feature flows under Chapel Hill Rd just south of the intersection with Mebane Rd.
The feature has been determined to be intermittent throughout the area expected to be impacted
and therefore not subject to the mitigation rules.
Site UT4: This drainage feature flows under Chapel Hill Rd just north of the intersection with Mebane Rd.
The feature has been determined to be intermittent throughout the area expected to be impacted
and therefore not subject to the mitigation rules.
In addition, we determined that a small wetland identified as Wetland 2 that was previously delineated has
been filled by a private project and therefore no longer exists and is no longer subject to state regulations.
This letter only addresses the applicability to the mitigation rules and does not approve any activity within any
buffer, Waters of the United States, or Waters of the State. Any impacts to wetlands and streams must comply
with the, 404/401 regulations, water supply regulations (15A NCAC 2B .0216), and any other required federal,
state and local regulations.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Phone [phone]
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If you have any additional questions or require additional information please call Sue Homewood at 336-771-
4964 or at [e-mail].
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Sue Homewood
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Minutes from Interagency 4B Hydraulic Design Review Meeting
on September 21, 2005 for U-3303A in Alamance County
John Thomas-USACE (present)
John Hennessy-NCDWQ (present)
Sue Homewood-NCDWQ (present)
Gary Jordan-USFWS (absent)
Travis Wilson-NCWRC (present)
Chris Militscher-EPA (present)
Donnie Brew-FHWA (present)
James Bridges-PDEA (absent)
Deanna Riffey-NEU (present)
Participants:
Marshall Clawson, NCDOT Hydraulics
Galen Cail, NCDOT Hydraulics
Jeff Reck, KCI Associates
Jimmy Goodnight, NCDOT Roadway
Tim Goins, NCDOT Roadway
John Thomas said he did not receive plans. So a set was provided for him at the meeting.
It was mentioned the entire project will be curb and gutter and is in a high residential
area.
Chris asked about the status of the document. Deanna said the EA and FONSI were
signed 5/02 and 9/03, respectively.
John Hennessy questioned the minimization measures that have been taken. It was stated
that minimization measures have been investigated including new alignment,
asymmetrical widening, and symmetrical widening. Symmetrical widening was
determined to have the least amount of impacts, including residential property impacts.
John Hennessy asked if stormwater treatment was required. Marshall replied that no
stormwater treatment is required. Also, since the document has been signed, the Jordan
Lake Watershed Buffer Rules will not apply. The stream classifications are C-NSW.
Deanna asked what side slopes are prescribed. Jimmy stated that the roadway side slopes
are 2:1.
A comment was made about the pipe alignment(realignment) on sheet 6 and/or whether a
stream relocation is practical. It was stated the stream relocation and improved pipe
alignment would be reviewed in more detail. However, at this time a stream realignment
does not seem practical at this location considering the proximity of culverts, up and
downstream, and the presence of extensive housing.
A comment was made about the wetlands North of the roadway on sheet 8. It was stated
that, presently, there is ongoing grading at this site. It was questioned if the existing
wetlands have been impacted. John Thomas stated he would investigate.
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January 6, 2004
MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee
From: John Hennessy
Subject: Comments on the EA SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill
Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road) in Alamance County, Federal Aid Project No. STP-1306(8),
State Project No. 8.2473101, TIP Project No. U-3303, DENR Project Number 04-0104.
This office has reviewed the referenced document. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is responsible for the
issuance of the Section 401 Water Quality Certification for activities that impact Waters of the U.S., including
wetlands. It is our understanding that the preferred alternative, as presented in the FONSI, will result in anticipated
impacts to 1.44 acres of jurisdictional wetlands and 249 linear feet of streams. The DWQ offers the following
comments based on review of the aforementioned document:
A) While the FONSI includes some comments received from the NCDENR, it does not include comments
submitted from the NCDWQ on July 8, 2002. For your convenience, we have submitted them again below.
B) At this time, the DWQ concurs with the Finding of No Significant Impact. The proposed impacts are not of
a magnitude and nature to preclude the construction of the project.
C) Prior to an issuance of the 401 Water Quality Certification, the NCDOT is respectfully reminded that they
will need to demonstrate the avoidance and minimization of impacts to wetlands (and streams) to the
maximum extent practical. Should the impacts to jurisdictional wetlands exceed 1.0 acres, mitigation may
be required in accordance with NCDWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(2) ). Based on the
impacts described in the document, wetland mitigation will be required for this project.
D) In accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules (15A NCAC 21-1.0506(b)(6)), mitigation will be required
for impacts of greater than 150 linear feet to any single perennial stream. In the event that mitigation is
required, the mitigation plan should be designed to replace appropriate lost functions and values. In
accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules { 15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(3) ), the Wetland Restoration
Program may be available for use as stream mitigation.
E) Please be advised that culverts should be countersunk to allow unimpeded passage by fish and other aquatic
organisms. Moreover, in areas where high quality wetlands or streams are impacted, a bridge may prove
preferable. When applicable, DOT should not install the bridge bents in the creek, to the maximum extent
practicable.
F) Borrow/waste areas should avoid wetlands to the maximum extent practicable. Impacts to wetlands in
borrow/waste areas could precipitate compensatory mitigation. The impacts to wetlands and streams that
may occur from a borrow or waste site are impacts resultant from the road project, and such, are part of the
impacts for the project. Any such impacts will require a 401 Water Quality Certification and any
corresponding mitigation. While DOT may task the contractor with acquiring all appropriate permits, the
contractors are agents for DOT, and DOT remains the responsible party for ensuring compliance with
federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
N. C. Division of Water Quality 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 [phone]
Customer Service
1 800 623-7748
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Division of Water Quality
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G) There should be a discussion on mitigation plans for unavoidable impacts. If mitigation is required, it is
preferable to present a conceptual (if not finalized) mitigation plan with the environmental documentation.
While the NCDWQ realizes that this may not always be practical, it should be noted that for projects
requiring mitigation, appropriate mitigation plans will be required in conjunction with the issuance of a 401
Water Quality Certification.
H) Future documentation should include an itemized listing of the proposed wetland and stream impacts with
corresponding mapping.
I) Based on the information presented in the document, the magnitude of impacts to wetlands and streams will
likely require an Individual Permit application to the Corps of Engineers and corresponding 401 Water
Quality Certification. Please be advised that a 401 Water Quality Certification requires satisfactory
protection of water quality to ensure that water quality standards are met and no wetland or stream uses are
lost. Final permit authorization will require the submittal of a formal application by the NCDOT and
written concurrence from the NCDWQ. Please be aware that any approval will be contingent on
appropriate avoidance and minimization of wetland and stream impacts to the maximum extent practical,
the development of an acceptable stormwater management plan, and the inclusion of appropriate mitigation
plans where appropriate.
The NCDWQ appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on your project. Should you have any questions or
require any additional information, please contact John Hennessy at [phone].
cc: Eric Alsmeyer, Corps of Engineers
Gary Jordan, USFWS
Travis Wilson, NCWRC
NCDWQ Winston-Salem Regional Office
John Hennessy, NCDWQ
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Scoping Meeting Minutes
U-3303
Widening of SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street)
From
SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road) a!, (tr?`,:
A Scoping meeting was held for the project described above on August 31, 2000 in the
Roadway Design Conference Room. The following people were in attendance.
Richard Brewer PDEA
Jimmy Goodnight Roadway Design
Elina Zlotchenko Congestion Management
Brad Wall Division 7 Construction Engineer
Cynthia Perry Roadway Design
Jennifer Safron PDEA
Karen Capps PDEA
Ron Young Program Development
Betty Yancey Right of Way Branch
Michael Steelman Traffic Engineering, Traffic Control
Ray Moore Structure Design
Sid Autry Location & Surveys
A brief discussion of the project limits and proposed improvements was
presented. Then the meeting was opened up for comments.
Proposed Typical Section
Statewide Planning has recommended Mebane Street be upgraded to a multilane
facility. The two typical sections discussed were a four-lane divided section or a five-
lane undivided section. Elina Zlotchenko, Congestion Management, stated that either
section would provide a level of service B in the design year 2025 based on an initial,
mainline analysis. The four-lane divided section was discarded due to excessive right of
way impacts and limited access for existing residential driveways along this road. Both
typical sections would have heavy right of way impacts.
A suggestion was made to study the feasibility of using a three-lane curb and
gutter section even though it would have a lower level of service in the design year. This
would have less impact on the yards and would possibly push the traffic onto other major
thoroughfare roads such as US 70. However, this would be contradictory to the
thoroughfare plan adopted by Burlington and Graham. Brad Wall, Mike Mills, and
Jimmy Goodnight are opposed to placing a three-lane curb and gutter section through this
area. Elina Zlotchenko will run a mainline analysis on the two-lane section. The level of
service for the three-lane section will be interpolated from this analysis. This will
establish the feasibility of studying a three-lane section. Roadway Design said the right of
way required fora 3-lane section would be 80 feet. The right of way required for the five-
lane, undivided, curb and gutter section is 100 feet.
Bicycle lanes and sidewalks were discussed. Four additional feet would be required
to accommodate a marked bicycle lane. This would increase the right of way impacts.
The outside lanes could possibly be widened two extra feet for an unmarked bicycle lane.
Jimmy Goodnight felt that we did not need to include bike lanes because this is not
currently designated as a bicycle route. Everyone agrees that sidewalks would be feasible
on this project. The local MPO concurs with this assessment and will work with the local
municipalities in requesting sidewalk-funding assistance. The surrounding area is
heavily residential with a school located at one end. There is commercial development at
the major intersections.
Utilities
The project location has existing sewer and water lines that will need to be relocated
or avoided during the construction of this project. There are also overhead power and
cable lines that will need to be moved. Please see the attached comments from Sid Autry,
Location and Surveys.
Relocations
There will be at least two residential relocations due to steep driveways near the
intersection with Huffman Mill Road. Brad Wall wondered if the existing horizontal
alignment was acceptable for the proposed design speed. There is a sharp curve west of
the intersection with NC 62 that has a posted speed limit of 25 mph. The remainder of
the road is posted at 35 mph. Roadway said they would use a design speed of 40 mph.
Flattening the curve may take one or two homes.
Environmental Impacts
The initial investigations show that there are no NWI wetlands in the vicinity of
the project. There is a stream crossing of an unnamed tributary to Gum Creek that
supports plant life that could signify wetlands of some type.
Historic Architecture
There are no historic districts that will be impacted by the project. Currently,
there are no properties eligible for the National Register along this project. However, if
the project gets delayed, these properties will have to be reevaluated. Many of the homes
and businesses date from 1955-1965 and may be eligible in five years.
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Lv,iEs B. Hurry, JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS DAVID McCoy
GOVERNOR SECRE'rAR?'
August 21, 2000 -- ;?
MEMORANDUM TO Mr. Charlie Brown, P.E., PLS q
State Location and Surveys Engineer
FROM: Sid Autry, P.E., PLS
Area Locating Engineer
SUBJECT: Scoping Comments for Widening SR 1306/1363
(Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to
NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road), Burlington, Alamance
County TIP U-3303
Utilities:
The Town of Burlington has a 16 inch water line along the north side of Mebane Street
from Huffman Mill Road to just east of NC 62 Alamance Road. There is an 8 inch water
line along the south side of Mebane Street from just west of Alamance Road to Chapel
Hill Road. There is a 24 inch water line along the south side of Mebane Street from Trail
One to Chapel Hill Road. The 24 inch line is approximately 4.5 feet deep and 15 south of
the existing edge of pavement as per the as-built plans.
The Town of Burlington has an 8 inch sanitary sewer line along Mebane Street. This line
transitions from the centerline to the south side at various places along this proposal.
Piedmont Natural Gas has a 2 inch steel line along the south side of Mebane Street from
Huffman Mill Road to Columbia Street. They have a 4 inch, 60 psi, steel line from Trail
One to Chapel Hill Road. They also have a 12 inch, 550 psi, steel line along the west
side of Chapel Hill Road.
Duke Power has multiple lines along Mebane Street with Cable Television and Bell
South telephone cables attached.
In addition to the aerial cables, Bell South has underground PVC conduit along the east
side of NC 62 with fiber included and along the east side of Huffman Mill Road. These
are conduit lines with manhole accessibility.
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Scoping Comments U-3303
Existing conditions:
Mebane Street is primarily two lanes with widening to three lanes at Huffman Mill Road,
Alamance Road, Chapel Hill Road and the segment between Cobbside Drive and
Blanche Drive. This facility is posted at 35 miles per hour except the segment from
Mirrow Lake Drive to Elderwood Lane being posted at 25 miles per hour due to the
horizontal alignment.- There are no existing sidewalks along this section of Mebane
Street. The section of Mebane Street east of Chapel Hill Road has a five lane, curb and
gutter, typical section with no provisions for bike lanes. The existing driveways at 3103
and 3606 Mebane Street are very steep and widening Mebane Street to a five lane section
may require relocating these two residences. The properties along this proposal are
primarily single family residences mixed with commercial property at the intersections of
Huffman Mill Road, Alamance Road, and Chapel Hill Road.
Recommendation:
Widen to multi-lane facility considering a three lane section to reduce impacts. As stated,
this section of Mebane Street runs through a predominately residental neighborhood and
widening much beyond the existing right-of-way will have significant impacts.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
O?OF W ArFRQG William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
north Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
CO W7 ?. Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
j Division of Water Quality
r Coleen H. Sullins
Division of Water Quality
January 6, 2004
MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee
From: John Hennessy
Subject: Comments on the EA SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill
Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road) in Alamance County, Federal Aid Project No. STP-1306(8),
State Project No. 8.2473 101, TIP Project No. U-3303, DENR Project Number 04-0104.
This office has reviewed the referenced document. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is responsible for the
issuance of the Section 401 Water Quality Certification for activities that impact Waters of the U.S., including
wetlands. It is our understanding that the preferred alternative, as presented in the FONSI, will result in anticipated
impacts to 1.44 acres of jurisdictional wetlands and 249 linear feet of streams. The DWQ offers the following
comments based on review of the aforementioned document:
A) While the FONSI includes some comments received from the NCDENR, it does not include comments
submitted from the NCDWQ on July 8, 2002. For your convenience, we have submitted them again below.
B) At this time, the DWQ concurs with the Finding of No Significant Impact. The proposed impacts are not of
a magnitude and nature to preclude the construction of the project.
C) Prior to an issuance of the 401 Water Quality Certification, the NCDOT is respectfully reminded that they
will need to demonstrate the avoidance and minimization of impacts to wetlands (and streams) to the
maximum extent practical. Should the impacts to jurisdictional wetlands exceed 1.0 acres, mitigation may
be required in accordance with NCDWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(2) ). Based on the
impacts described in the document, wetland mitigation will be required for this project.
D) In accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules (15A NCAC 21-1.0506(b)(6)), mitigation will be required
for impacts of greater than 150 linear feet to any single perennial stream. In the event that mitigation is
required, the mitigation plan should be designed to replace appropriate lost functions and values. In
accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(3) }, the Wetland Restoration
Program may be available for use as stream mitigation.
E) Please be advised that culverts should be countersunk to allow unimpeded passage by fish and other aquatic
organisms. Moreover, in areas where high quality wetlands or streams are impacted, a bridge may prove
preferable. When applicable, DOT should not install the bridge bents in the creek, to the maximum extent
practicable.
F) Borrow/waste areas should avoid wetlands to the maximum extent practicable. Impacts to wetlands in
borrow/waste areas could precipitate compensatory mitigation. The impacts to wetlands and streams that
may occur from a borrow or waste site are impacts resultant from the road project, and such, are part of the
impacts for the project. Any such impacts will require a 401 Water Quality Certification and any
corresponding mitigation. While DOT may task the contractor with acquiring all appropriate permits, the
contractors are agents for DOT, and DOT remains the responsible party for ensuring compliance with
federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

N. C. Division of Water Quality 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 [phone]
Customer Service
1 800 623-7748

G) There should be a discussion on mitigation plans for unavoidable impacts. If mitigation is required, it is
preferable to present a conceptual (if not finalized) mitigation plan with the environmental documentation.
While the NCDWQ realizes that this may not always be practical, it should be noted that for projects
requiring mitigation, appropriate mitigation plans will be required in conjunction with the issuance of a 401
Water Quality Certification.
H) Future documentation should include an itemized listing of the proposed wetland and stream impacts with
corresponding mapping.
I) Based on the information presented in the document, the magnitude of impacts to wetlands and streams will
likely require an Individual Permit application to the Corps of Engineers and corresponding 401 Water
Quality Certification. Please be advised that a 401 Water Quality Certification requires satisfactory
protection of water quality to ensure that water quality standards are met and no wetland or stream uses are
lost. Final permit authorization will require the submittal of a formal application by the NCDOT and
written concurrence from the NCDWQ. Please be aware that any approval will be contingent on
appropriate avoidance and minimization of wetland and stream impacts to the maximum extent practical,
the development of an acceptable stormwater management plan, and the inclusion of appropriate mitigation
plans where appropriate.
The NCDWQ appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on your project. Should you have any questions or
require any additional information, please contact John Hennessy at [phone].
cc: Eric Alsmeyer, Corps of Engineers
Gary Jordan, USFWS
Travis Wilson, NCWRC
NCDWQ Winston-Salem Regional Office
John Hennessy, NCDWQ
File Copy
C:\ncdot\TIP U-3303\comments\ U-3303 FONSI comments.doc

Burlington
SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street)
From SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel
Hill Road)
Alamance County
F. A. Project No. STP-1306(8)
State Project No. 8.2473101
WBS # 34911.1.1
TIP Project No. U-3303
Administrative Action
Finding of No Significate Impact
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
And
N.C. Department of Transportation
Submitted pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(c)
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ate ,doregory J. Thorpe, PhD.,
Environmental Management Director,
Project Development and Environmental Analysis
Branch, NCDOT
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Federal Highway Administration
Burlington
SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street)
From SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel
Hill Road)
Alamance County
F. A. Project No. STP-1306(8)
State Project No. 8.2473101
WBS # 34911.1.1
TIP Project No. U-3303
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
September 2003
Documentation Prepared in Project Development and Environmental Analysis
Branch, NCDOT by:
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PROJECT COMMITMENTS
Burlington
SR 1306/SR 1363 .(South Mebane Street)
From SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road)
Alamance County
F. A. Project No. STP-1306(8)
State Project No. 8.2473101
TIP Project No. U-3303
Division 7
1. The appropriate utilities or local government officials will be consulted concerning
relocation of utilities during final design.
Program Development Branch
2. NCDOT will coordinate with the City of Burlington concerning a municipal
agreement on sidewalks along both sides of SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street)
in accordance with the NCDOT Sidewalk Policy.
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch, Division 7, Roadway Design,
Geotechnical Unit
3. If the proposed alignment is altered from what is stated in the planning document, the
appropriate personnel will contact the NCDOT Geotechnical Unit in order to re-
evaluate any potential impacts to hazardous material sites.
Division 7, Roadside Environmental Unit, Right of Way Branch
4. Landscaping along SR 1306/SR 1363 will be coordinated between NCDOT and
property owners as part of the overall construction costs of the project. Landscaping
will be used to replace some of the vegetation and mature trees removed during
construction.
Roadway Design Unit, Division 7, Project Development and Environmental Analysis
Branch, Congestion Management
Two additional access openings are still in the study phase. One is located on South
Mebane Street at the Eighty-Five Plaza Shopping Center and the other is a mid-block
crossing between Trail One and the entrance to St. John's New Mission United
Church. Both of these crossing issues will be resolved during the final plan stages of
design.
PDEA 1 of 1
Finding of No Significant Impact
September 2003
Burlington
SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street)
From SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road)
Alamance County
F. A. Project No. STP-1306(8)
State Project No. 8.2473101
TIP Project No. U-3303
1. TYPE OF ACTION
This is a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) administrative action, Finding
of No Significant Impact (FONSI). The FHWA has determined this project will not have
a significant impact on the human and natural environment. This FONSI is based on the
Environmental Assessment, which has been independently evaluated by the FHWA and
determined to adequately and accurately discuss the environmental issues and impacts of
the proposed project.
The Environmental Assessment provides sufficient evidence and analyses for
determining that an Environmental Impact Statement is not required. The FHWA takes
full responsibility for the accuracy, scope, and content of the Environmental Assessment.
The project is needed to address the anticipated transportation needs along this
corridor by improving the existing facility in a manner that increases capacity and safety,
promotes an atmosphere conducive to multiple forms of transportation, and provides
system linkage. The accident rate is higher than the state average for a road of this
functional classification. The anticipated 2025 design year traffic is 17,000 vehicles per
day. The Burlington-Graham Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan designates SR 1306/SR
1363 as a Major Thoroughfare.
II. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED ACTION
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), Division of
Highways, proposes to widen SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street) to a four-lane,
divided, curb and gutter roadway with a 20-foot (6.0-meter) raised, grassed median. The
project length is 2.4 miles (3.9 km). Please reference Figure 1 for a vicinity map.
III. PROJECT STATUS AND SCHEDULE
This project is included in the latest approved North Carolina Department of
Transportation (NCDOT) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP
recommends widening SR 1306/SR1363 on existing location to a multilane facility. The
estimated total cost of the project is $22,350,000 including $14,450,000 for right of way
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acquisition and $7,900,000 for construction. The project will be built in two phases,
U-3303 A and U-3303 B. The current TIP schedule is as follows.
Schedule for U-3303 A
Right of Way Acquisition Date October 2004
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Construction Let Date October 2006 s
Schedule for U-3303 B
Right of Way Acquisition Date September 2003
Construction Let Date August 2005
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IV. SUMMARY OF ANTICIPATED BENEFICIAL AND ADVERSE
The proposed improvements will increase capacity and improve safety for both
through traffic and residents along SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street). The project
provides accommodations for both pedestrians and bicyclists while attempting to reduce
right of way impacts to the established neighborhood. The project is expected to relocate
approximately twenty-three individual residences and ten businesses. There are no
schools or churches that will be relocated due to the proposed project.
Based on traffic noise analyses, it is predicted that ten residences will be impacted
due to highway traffic noise in the project area. However, standard noise abatement
measures are not feasible in this location due to limited access control and constraints
with the proposed alignment. The project is located in Alamance County, which has been
determined to be in compliance with the National Ambient Quality Standards. The
project is not anticipated to create any adverse effects to the air quality of this attainment
area. Landscaping to replace some of the mature vegetation along the existing corridor
will be part of the final construction costs and will be coordinated with the NCDOT
Roadside Environmental Unit.
The proposed project is estimated to impact 0.045 acres (0.022 hectares) of
jurisdictional wetlands and 246.0 linear feet (75.1 linear meters) of streams. No
substantial impacts to plant and animal life are expected. As of January 9, 2003, the
USFWS does not list any federally-protected species for Alamance County. The
proposed widening does not impact any recreational facilities, prime farmland, or sites on
or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
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V. COORDINATION AND COMMENTS
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A. Circulation Of the Environmental Assessment
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The Environmental Assessment was approved by the NCDOT Division of Highways and
the FHWA on May 2, 2002. The approved Environmental Assessment was circulated to
the following federal, state, and local agencies for review and comment. An asterisk (*)
indicates a written response was received from the agency. Copies of the correspondence
received are included in the Appendix to the document.
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U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency
U. S. Department of the Interior
U. S. Federal Emergency Management Administration
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service*
N. C. Department of Cultural Resources*
U. S. Geological Survey
N. C. State Clearinghouse*
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources*'
Division of Water Quality a
Wildlife Resources Commission
Winston-Salem Regional Office
N. C. Department of Public Instruction
City of Burlington-Planning Department
Burlington City Council
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B. Comments Received On The Environmental Assessment e
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Comment #1. "Based on a review of-the December 1998 Alamance County, North
Carolina and Incorporated Areas Flood Insurance Rate Map, the portion of
the roadway in the proposed project is not in an identified flood hazard
area."
Response #1. Comment noted.
Comment 42. a. "A review of the project indicates that the proposed project will impact
jurisdictional waters of the United States subject to our regulatory
authority pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act."
b. "Based upon the findings outlined in the Environmental Assessment for
the subject project, it appears that the project is eligible for authorization
by Nationwide Permit."
c. "In all cases, and in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement
between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers (Corps), the sequencing process of avoidance,
minimization, and compensatory mitigation will be required as presently
proposed, provided avoidance and minimization are adequately
addressed."
d. "A Department of the Army permit will not be issued until a final plan
for compensatory mitigation is approved. Mitigation for stream impacts
may also be required."
e. "The Corps must assess the impacts of such activities on the aquatic
environment prior to issuing Department of the Army permits.
Authorization of aquatic fill activities requires that the project be water
dependent and/or that no practicable alternatives are available. Our initial
review for North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
projects will focus on the impacts to waters and/or wetlands. However, if
degradation to other aspects of the natural environment (e.g., habitat of
endangered species) is considered to be of greater concern, an alternative
resulting in greater aquatic losses may be chosen as preferred."
Response #2: NCDOT will coordinate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Raleigh
Regulatory Office to address avoidance, minimization, and mitigation and
to satisfy all permit requirements.
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Comment # 1: "The EA does not address the issue of habitat fragmentation resulting
from widening a two-lane road to a four-lane divided facility. While such
isolation may seem inevitable in such a developed area, it is facilitated by
wider roads and should be acknowledged in environmental
documentation."
Response: #1: NCDOT concurs that some additional habitat fragmentation will result
from the proposed project. However, the habitat is already degraded by
high density development. The proposed grass median offers a refuge for
animals crossing the street. As part of the construction of the project,
landscaping will be added to replace some of the mature trees found
within the project right of way.
Comment #2: "Table 2 of the EA (p 17) also lists impacts to 0.02 acres of alluvial forests
that, depending on the extent of surface flooding during the growing
season may be wetlands. Alluvial forests, regardless of their jurisdictional
wetland status, provide important wildlife habitat. While the proposed
widening is currently planned as symmetrical, the Service recommends
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that consideration be given to asymmetrical widening necessary to avoid
impacts to the small area of alluvial forest.
Response #2: The alluvial forest is located in a very sharp curve on South Mebane
Street. In order to avoid taking any alluvial forest, the roadway would
have to be re-aligned to the south. This is not a feasible or prudent
alternative because it worsens the horizontal alignment in this area, which
is already posted below the normal speed limit for this route.
Comment #3: "The EA states (p. 4) that the typical section of the existing road has grass
shoulders. Such grassy areas can filter harmful substances from roadway
runoff and attenuate stormwater flows. The preferred alternative indicates
(p 11) that the wider road would have curb and gutter borders that do not
provide the same environmental benefits. While the Service realizes that
grassy shoulders on the wider road would increase the encroachment on
existing roadside property, we request that grassy shoulders be considered
for the wider roadway and that future environmental documentation
provide a thorough justification if a curb and gutter design is proposed." '
Response #3: NCDOT understands that grass shoulders offer some environmental
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benefits. The proposed typical section has been minimized, at the request
of the local citizens, in order to reduce right of way impacts. This project
has a total of 33 relocations. A grass shoulder section would impact 10
additional residences along the project for a total of 43 relocations. The
additional width required to accommodate the grass shoulders ranges from
8.0 feet to 20 feet. All water quality issues will be addressed with a
NCDWQ Section 401 Water Quality Certification, which must be
obtained before a Section 404 permit will be issued.
Comment #4: "Future environmental documentation should discuss the path of
stormwater runoff and potential adverse impacts on water quality."
Response #4: "All water quality issues will be addressed with a NCDWQ Section 401
Water Quality Certification which must be obtained before a Section 404
permit will be issued. "
N. C. Department of Cultural Resources
Comment # 1: "No comment on the Environmental Assessment."
Response #1: Noted.
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources-
Wildlife Resources Commission
Comment #1: "We have reviewed the data contained in the EA. We concur with the EA
for this project. In the Finding of No Significant Impact, NCDOT should
commit to using natural stream channel designs on any stream relocations
and to use NCDOT Best Management Practices."
Response #1: The use ofNCDOT Best Management Practices is a standard commitment
and does not need to be restated on the Project Commitments sheet.
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources-
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Comment #1: "The Winston-Salem Regional Office (WSRO) recommends that the
applicant coordinate a Pre-Application Meeting and Site Visit with the
Division of Water Quality (DWQ) and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
(USACOE) and a Section 401 Water Quality Certification (DWQ) will be
required. Even though a Section 401 Water Quality Certification cannot
be issued until the EA/EIS procedure is complete, proceeding with the pre-
application process will enable the applicant to address Water Quality
concerns and Regulations early in the project's development."
Response #1: NCDOT has been and will continue to coordinate with the Division of
Water Quality throughout the planning and permit application process.
This will include coordination prior to submitting the permit application.
Comment #2: a. "Any construction activity including clearing, grading, and excavation
activities resulting in the disturbance of five (5) or more acres of total land
are required to obtain a NPDES Stormwater Permit, NCG 010000, prior to
beginning these activities."
b. "Any facility that is defined as having stormwater discharges associated
with industrial activity is required to obtain a NPDES Stormwater Permit
(varies) prior to beginning operation."
c. "State Stormwater Permits may be required for development activities
draining to Outstanding Resource Waters or activities within one mile and
draining to High Quality Waters. These must also be obtained prior to
development activities."
Response #2: All necessary permits will be obtained prior to construction.
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C. Comments Received During and Following the Public Hearing
Following the circulation of the Environmental Assessment, a Public Hearing was
held at Marvin B. Smith Elementary School Multipurpose Room on Tuesday, February
11, 2003. A pre-hearing open house was held from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A formal
public hearing was held at the same location beginning at 7:00 p.m. Approximately 150
people were in attendance. There were 17 speakers at the hearing and 62 written
comments received after the hearing. The following paragraphs address the major
comments.
The majority of the comments concerned the proposed typical section and the
amount of estimated right-of-way impacts. The majority of the citizens requested that
NCDOT use a five-lane undivided section with no sidewalks and no additional width on
the outside lanes for bicycles. During the initial planning stage, the five-lane undivided
section and the four-lane divided section were compared in terms of right of way impacts.
The number of relocations is essentially the same.
The five-lane undivided section is not a feasible alternate from a safety
perspective. The high concentration of access points, although residential in nature, lead
to the potential for accidents in the middle turn lane. The proposed sidewalks are within
the proposed right of way and do not increase the amount of right of way required for the
project. Additionally, they provide connectivity with the existing sidewalks on North
Mebane Street. In order to address concerns over the right of way impacts, NCDOT has
minimized the typical section by reducing the berms from ten feet to eight feet and by
using eleven-foot lanes. The outside lanes will be thirteen feet to accommodate bicycle
lanes for multimodal transportation in accordance with the Burlington-Graham Proposed
Bicycle Route Plan adopted in July 1999. Please reference Figure 2 for the revised
typical section. Ten citizens stated that they preferred the four-lane median section for
the proposed project.
Several comments were made concerning the use of a median at the intersection
of Huffman Mill Road and South Mebane Street. The median section at the intersection
of Huffman Mill Road along South Mebane Street is perceived to negatively impact the
businesses at this intersection. However, ingress and egress will to be difficult at this
intersection even without the proposed median due to the volume of traffic at the
intersection. Also, there are increased safety problems associated with allowing left turns
close to this busy intersection.
There was a concern that emergency service response time to Burlington Manor
Assisted Living would be delayed due to the median. NCDOT will place mountable
curbs in this area to allow emergency vehicles to use the median.
Several people spoke on behalf of the St. John's New Mission United Church of
Christ. These citizens felt that the median section would restrict the ability to egress and
ingress the church. NCDOT is studying the possibility of placing a mid-block crossover
between the proposed crossover at Trail One and the entrance to the church. One citizen
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also requested that the median crossover located at Columbine Lane be moved to service
the Eighty-Five Plaza shopping center. NCDOT will study the location of this median
crossover in the final design stage of the project.
VI. REVISIONS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
A. Perferred Typical Section
The original preferred alternative described in the Environmental Assessment was
a combination of a five-lane undivided section and a four-lane divided section. At the
public hearing map review, it was decided, due to safety concerns, that the four-lane
divided section would be used throughout the length of the project.
The original typical section proposed to use twelve-foot inside lanes and fourteen
foot-outside lanes and ten-foot berms. In response to comments from the public hearing
that clearly requested NCDOT to minimize the typical section as much as possible, the
typical section now has eleven-foot inside lanes and thirteen-foot outside lanes and eight-
foot berms. This still allows for the proposed sidewalk and bicycle accommodations in
the original EA. Bicycle safe grates will be utilized on this project on the outside lanes.
The proposed right of way will not change.
VI. BASIS FOR FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
Based upon a study of the proposed project documentation in the Environmental
Assessment and upon comments received from federal, state, and local agencies and the
public, it is the finding of the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the
Federal Highway Administration that this project will not have a significant adverse
impact upon the human or natural environment. The project is not controversial from an
environmental standpoint. No significant impacts to natural, ecological, cultural, or
scenic resources are expected. The proposed project is consistent with local thoroughfare t
plans. In view of the above evaluation, it has been determined a Finding of No
Significant Impact is applicable for this project. Therefore, neither an Environmental
Impact Statement nor further environmental analysis will be required.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO
Planning Services Section
October 23, 2002
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and
Environmonta! Analysts Branch
North Carolina Division of Highways
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
This is in response to your letter of May 21, 2002, requesting comments on the
"Federal Environmental Assessment for Burlington-Graham, SR 1306-SR 1363 (South
Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road),
Alamance County, F.A. Project No. STP-1306(8), State Project No. 8.2473101,
TIP Project No. U-3303A & U-3303 B" (Regulatory Action ID No. 200120062).
Our comments involve impacts to flood plains and jurisdictional resources that
include waters, wetlands, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects. The proposed
roadway improvements would not cross any Corps constructed flood control or
navigation project. Enclosed are our comments on the other issues.
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on this project. If we can be of further
assistance, please contact us.
Sincerely,
Thomas G. Corder, P.E.
Chief, Planning and Environmental Branch
Enclosure

October 23, 2002
Page 1 of 1
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, WILMINGTON DISTRICT, COMMENTS ON:
"Federal Environmental Assessment for Burlington-Graham, SR 1306-SR 1363 (South Mebane
Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road), Alamance County, F.A.
Project No. STP-1306(8), State Project No. 8.2473101, TIP Project No. U-3303A & U-3303 B"
(Regulatory Action ID No. 200120062)
1. FLOOD PLAINS: POC - Mr. Bobby L. Willis, Planning Services Section, at
[phone]
Based on a review of Panel 103 and 104 of the December 1998 Alamance County, North
Carolina and Incorporated Areas Flood Insurance Rate Map, the portion of the roadway in the
proposed project is not in an identified flood hazard area. This is confirmed by a review of the
pertinent United States Geological Survey topo of the area. j
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2. WATERS AND WETLANDS: POC - Mrs. Jean Manuele, Raleigh Field Office,
Regulatory Division, at [phone], Extension 24
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A review of the project by our NCDOT Regulatory Project Manager, Mrs. Jean B.
Manuele, indicates that the proposed project will impact jurisdictional waters of the United
States subject to our regulatory authority pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The
project is proposed to impact of 0.045 acre of wetland and will involve the filling of
approximately 180 linear feet perennial stream channel (UT1), 33 linear feet of perennial stream
(UT2) and 33 linear feet of an intermittent stream channel (UT3). Based upon the findings
outlined in the Environmental Assessment for the subject project, it appears that the project is
eligible for authorization by Nationwide Permit. In all cases, and in accordance with the
Memorandum of Agreement between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), the sequencing process of avoidance, minimization, and
compensatory mitigation of unavoidable wetland impacts will be satisfied prior to the final permit
decision. However, based upon the extent of the impacts associated with UT1, it has been
determined that compensatory mitigation will be required as presently proposed, provided
avoidance and minimization are adequately addressed. A Department of the Army permit will
not be issued until a final plan for compensatory mitigation is approved. Mitigation for stream
impacts may also be required.
The Corps must assess the impacts of such activities on the aquatic environment prior to
issuing Department of the Army permits. Authorization of aquatic fill activities requires that the
project be water dependent and/or that no practicable alternatives are available. Our initial
review for North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) projects will focus on the
impacts to waters and/or wetlands. However, if degradation to other aspects of the natural
environment (e.g., habitat of endangered species) is considered to be of greater concern, an
alternative resulting in greater aquatic losses may be chosen as preferred.
Should you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Manuele.
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FISH AND WILDLIFF SERVICE
Ralei¢h Field Office
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P--Jeizh. North C::rolina 2763rr37:E
July 2c, '100-1
lair. 'V. Charles Briton
Mori Carolina Dc?,xi meat of Tra.l_p;-rtatlon
Project Development and t`.;nvironlnent?I Analysis
1,48 Mail Service Center
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"this responds to tit`.: 1ett:n o Y,r. Gilmore, Gated May 2 1,'002, rcgU:5t1n: Gl`Itiff:?a?
Irom the U. S. Fish ant! wlldkl`, Set`:'il :' (SC:-vice) on the EnviropnieIltal Asses5nnen't (i-A.1 i,-.)r
1_-330. iniprevc:mcitt; rc: SP. 130. `SR. 1 ci (South ),lebate Street), Alariance. County. Nc--61
Carolina. Thc°st! comments ale pro?,ideci in accordance wiffl provisions ct the Fish and %Vildhf°
t"oordination Act (1611.1;.i 661-667d) and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of
IntlAcd 15
The EA states that th-2 North C an)li.:a Depniment of Transportation (1\CDOT) proposes to
up-g-rade Sc:Liih `,tc'k fro''.-: a two-lane road to a multi-lane facility within a develc
area of 3tlrl etnn. hi:; total nro ect le lgth is "_'. saes. j?'idening ??:oulrl be accompli h:'a
i lcalan divided roadwav and
road`.' a'"'. 1 he i rode,.: pllgjk)J c is t0 1^,:rea?;e rl)adN,:a,. capacay and impro%e sl:icc i,
anticipated increases in vehicle traffic in the design ? ear of'2025. The road wou;d be v: iden:ed
along the exiting aligmlicat. The i:aprcived road . ould be converted to partial control of access
to improve saf:r. .
S•N'1111iiI: Il.'.'.J'•..'i^,a ..`eaJ arc :i:?: l i to occur in t::C Jt'_. 1'...
Th: FA (p. U) ref:rs to the nrojcct a_ea as heavily developed. Approximately 92 percent
.2 "> t.31 of pruicct ir_:pcfc.:.veuld ;:cci:r to maintained disturbed communities- however, :pie
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Natural lZcsottrec, i cchnica Rcp:-rt (INI.TR) notes (p. 10) sonic birds and ma:nr"219
Y tlt the proiec± arc:z c:,niniurutita. ht; EA dies not address the issue of habitat fragrllent3tion
resulting from widening a iv;o-lane road to a four-lane divided or five-lane undivided facility. '..
is IfhE.ly that some s:nalier iTialllrilitl5, r_:ptiL:s, and amphibians cross the exlsane road io fora,-..c
for rood or for r:production. Th: il:c, eas:a road width ,vlli increase the likelihood that tllesU
animals will be lcill?::! ?: }li;e crossin;>. try:: aid: r road or not attempt the passage at 211. 1 he
reduCt-A, ability t,_ 1111"Vt' r?,;,c :;aSinp, area and c%!atcs repr:,ductr•c •sc'
11 . for alm'.ls that While 15d ilatic% Iliav wend lnevit ble In such a
developed area, it is facilitated by wide: roads and should be acknowledged in enviro=cntal
documentation.
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The EA (p. 17) Grid NRTR (p. 1 1 r:r_ric that wetlands would be impacted by the project and
characterizes these areas as either se ps or linear depressions. The latter may represent artificial
drainage ditches that do not represent natural wetland cotnrnunities. Table 2 of the EA (p. 17)
also lists impacts to 0.02 acres of alluvial forests which, depending on the extent of surface
flooding during the growing season may be wetlands. Alluvial forest, regardless of their
jurisdictional wetland status, provide important wildlife habitat. In de"Cloped areas such as the
project area, such a forest provides nesting habitat for birds that may not be available in
residential lots. This forest may also provide an important refuge for wildlife in a landscape:
dominated b,: "mair,tained`distultier:" communities, e.g., frequently rnowed lav,Ti and
drivewavs While the proposed --vidr:ning is currently planned as s?n=etricai, the Service
recommends that consideration bc" oven 1r) ssynllnetrical widening necessary to avoid impact to
the small area of alluvial torest.
The Service is concerned that the wider road would adversely affect water quality, loth within
the project area and dowr.strearl. T rcc ztrearns. a!l within the Cape Fear Rivor basin. i ould 1,
impacted by the proj:°c: (E?., p.l>; NI 2TR, p. b) and existing; concrete pipe culverts under Soutl,
Mebane Street ant', NC 4 would be cx[I"rldcd or replaced. Total strum immicts are es',111:1t;1l .:f
be 24 linear of ;. The EA states (.p. 4) that the typical section of the existing road has v ass
shoulders. Such eras::`' areas can iiit,.:r harmful substances from roadway runoff and atirnu to
stormwa, cr flows. Tile preferred alternative indicates (p. 11) that the widener 7-oad would have
curb and gutter borde-s that do not p-ovide the same environmental b!!nefits. While the Service
realizes that Grassy shoulders on th:: wider road would increase the encrouchmtnt on existu?R
roadside property. we request that grassy shoulders be considered for the wider roadway alai
that future environirv:n.ta`' documentation provide a thorough justification if a curb and guilts'
design is proposed. F t:ture e_^.vironrnpntal documentation should discuss the path of storm%vater
anof t and potential - d v c, - :rnp `. i
he NR TR (p. 1-11 lists live Frdcral (FS(_) tliat are .-Ilso listefd and--.--rhZ-
Stzt;. _:ldall?ered 5,)(-:; . ,Vt :iI:. t-xa fi_:h (Car?lrna dxler
ic(i?dllltt%1:1 <?? C)llil ;2dhi)1Se t-%,.,) fresiltiVZjcClri:iiS?15 i Cll i« lw-n mus.ir
,irollna creek-'11O.'! t r'i?ln ?; .J. anti sweet p11V1_iaP
(Rlonorropsis odorata).. a plant. The FSC are those plant and animal species for which the
Service remains corrc:mcd, but filmier Llalu ic;:l research and field study are ncedod to resolvc
the conservation status of these taxa. Although FSC. receive, no statutory protec:ion under the
ESA, we would erlcoura, e tii:. 1t:U0Tl to b:; alert to their potential presence, atld to Lila e C: c:y
l'Ca 0i?iiUa eliQIl tJ Cti?tl?Cr`. e tiiC[il 1: TC)lI!Cl. 1 he 1':oah CeJollIia Naturcii l:?ll': it'C :?• :.:i17
should be contacted l+or information on species ur_aei state protection. v
The i`"r?TR -tae,.; m 14) tlivt lei ?rcil ;1i[It .trier: ti4''. i:.. Cl ie p:_t:c!rti by fit': c A
kJ10w11 t0 ill"i:'.l: i!! r? ian;[1! i '.•I,i,t': ill: Jl?1111utS5 to _,?Ist Lad Ieo fv :?7$1
dC[P.rl?1?nltlJn: .:r? 'U'at''.1 llillt? ,.._ (';jr lnd i!i,. ?"(tutreruerts s t;t;ol-,
bell satisIled at this 1.ai'2. 1ti :L11":; ! you that obligations [tender Section ! cor: u!t.it:or: rJr.:Si C??
reconsidered if: (1) nevi 1_mpac'•ts O this ltl?iitlfled action that nlav
listed specie-z-, or c :ti, li C'" r0I (71'..iC!Ualy' .:oiis:dercd; (_) tl>is ;:: tlGIi .
5110SCglt?1:II'/ .:ioUi" :i ie. i:1,.::r1L" !?. t''.li Lot .'.!t•.7j1L?rC:? 1!.. tl[::+ i?V1C?''. (.` d 11014' jli:';ic:;. tj
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In general, the proposed road improvements would not impact significant natural communities.
y?Iiile the project area is hiulliy developed, the area probably supports some species of birds,
small manu-nals, reptiles, and arlphibian -The Service would concur with a Findin of No
Significant Impact (FONSI.) if Iilture documentation indicates: (1) there would be no reduction
in the hydrologic and biological cot:nectivity of streams crossed by South Mebane Streer, (7, }
there would be no decline in water quality due to the increased storm runoff from the wider
road; and, (3) every effort had be made to avoid impact to the alluvial forest community.
The Service appreciates the opportunity to cotrlrne::t on this project. If you have any questions ?
or comments, ploase contact Ho-?var; Hall at (919) 8-?6-4520 (Ext. 27) or via cmail at
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Garland B. Pardue,.Ph.D.
r+ ?. -ri - Ecolo:•ical Sen•ices Supervisor
co". i'hris Militscher. I;SEPA, Ka'
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)avid Cox, NC'VRC, Creedr:.,om N.(-
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STATE
North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
David L. S. Brook, Administrator
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Division of Archives and History
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
August 24, 2000
MEMORANDUM
To: William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development-and Environmental Anal sis Branch
From: David Brook I "It
Deputy State Historic reservation Officer
Re: Review of Scoping Sheets for widening of SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Road)
from SR 1158 (Huffman Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road), Burlington,
Alamance County, F. A. Project No. STP-1306(8), State Project No. 8.2373 101,
T.I.P. Project No. U-3303, ER 01-7308
Thank you for your letter of August 8, 2000, concerning the above project.
We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no properties of architectural,
historic, or archaeological significance which would be affected by the project. Therefore, we
have no comment on the project as currently proposed.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
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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Location Mailing Address Telephone/Fax
ADMINISTRATION 507 N. Blount St.. Raleigh NC 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4617 [phone] 733-8653
ARCHAEOLOGY 421 N. Blount St., Raleigh NC 4619 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4619 [phone] 715-2671
RESTORATION 515 N. Blount St., Raleigh NC 4613 tail Service Center, Raleigh tiC 27699-4613 [phone] 715-4801
SURVEY S PLANNING 515 N. Blount St., Raleigh NC 4618 Mail Service Center. Raleigh NC 27699-4618 [phone] 715-4801
NORTH CAROLINA STATE CT?EARINGHOUSE
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW
STATE NUMBER: 02-E-0000-0710 F02
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DATE RECEIVED: 06/08/2002
LJU\l 7702 AGENCY RESPONSE: 07/05/2002
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REVIEW CLOSED: 07/10/2002
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PROJECT INFORMATION
APPLICANT: NCDOT
TYPE: National Environmental Policy Act
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ERD: Environmental Assessment
DESC: Improvements to SR 1306/SR 1363(South Mebane St) to a multi-lane facility along
the existing alignment beginning at Huffman Mill Road and end at NC54. Total
project 2.4 miles.TIP U-3303
The attached project has been submitted to the N. C. State Clearinghouse for
intergovernmental review. Please review and submit your response by the above
indicated date. If additional review time is needed, please contact this office
at [phone].
AS A RESULT OF THIS REVIEW THE FOLLOWING IS SUBMITTED:
kr NO COMMENT
COMMENTS ATTACHED
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State of North Carolina Reviewing Office:
,NCDENR Department of Environment and Natural Resources Project Number: 0-2 F D7/O Due Date: 7 r 3 r dzj
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW - PROJECT COMMENTS
After review of this project it has been determined that the DENR permit(s) and/or approvals indicated may need to be obtained in order for this project
to comply with North Carolina Law, Questions regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office indicated on the reverse of this form.
All applications, information and guidelines relative to these plans and permits are available from the same Regional Office.
PERMITS SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REQUIREMENTS Normal Process Time
(Statutory Time Limit)
Permit to construct & operate wastewater treatment Application 50 days before begin construction or award of construction
facilities, sewer system extensions & sewer systems
0
days
contracts. On-site inspection. Post-application technical conference usual, 3
not discharging into state surface waters
. (90 days)
L NPDES-permit to discharge into surface water and/or A
li
pp
cation 180 days before begin activity. On-site inspection prea
licati
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pp
p
on
to operate and construct wastewater facilities conference usual. Additionally, obtain permit to construct wastewater treatment 90.120 days
discharging into
state surface water
s. facility-granted aher NPDES. Reply time, 30 days after receipt of plans
or issue
(N/A)
of NPDES permit-whichever is later.
Water Use Permit Preapplication technical conference usually necessary
30 days
(N/A)
Well Construction Permit Complete application must be received and permit issued prior to the
installation of a well. 7 days
(15 days) t

? Dredge and Fill Permit
Application copy must be served on each adjacent riparian property owner.
On-site inspection. Preapplication conference usual. Filling may require Easement SS days '
to Fill from N.C.Department of Administration and Federal Dredge and Fill Permit (90 days)
Permit to co
t
&
ns
ruct
operate Air Pollution Abatement
facilities and/or Emission Sources as per 15 A NCAC
N/A
(2Q.0100,2Q.0300,2H.0600)
60 days
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Any open burnin
associated with
b
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su
ject proposal
must be in compliance with 15 A NCAC 2D.1900
Demolition or renovations of structures containing
asbestos material must be in compliance with
15 A NCAC 2D.1110 (a) (1) which requires notification N/A 60 days
and removal prior to demolition. Contact Asbestos (90 days)
Control Group 919.733-0820.
Complex Source Permit required under IS A NCAC
,/2D.0800
The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be properly addressed for any land disturbing activity. An erosion &sedimentation
control plan will be required if one or more acres to be disturbed. Plan riled with proper Regional Office (Land Quality Section) at least 30
days before beginning activity. A fee of $40 for the first acre or any part of an acre 20 days
. (30 days)
? The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be addressed with respect to the referenced Local Ordinance
. 30 days
C] Mining Permit On-site inspection usual. Surety bond filed with DENR. Bond amount varies with
type mine and number of acres of affected land. Any are mined greater than 30 days
one acre must be permitted. The appropriate bond must be received before (60 days)
the permit can be issued.
? North Carolina Burning permit On-site inspection by N.C. Division of Forest Resources if permit exceeds 4 days
1 day
(N/A)
? Special Ground Clearance Burning Permit-22 counties On-site inspection by N.C. Division of Forest Resources required "if more than five

in coastal N.C..with organic soils.
acres of ground clearing activities are involved. Inspections should be requested 1 day

at least ten days before actual burn is planned.' (N/A)
C] Oil Refining Facilities

N/A 90 -120 days
(N/A)
? Dam Safety Permit If permit required, application 60 days before begin construction. Applicant
must hire N.C.qualified engineer to: prepare plans,inspect construction, certify
construction is according to DENR approved plans. May also require permit under
mosquito control program, and a 404 permit from Corps of Engineers. 30 days j
An inspection of site is necessary to verify Hazard Classification. A minimum (60 days)
fee of $200.00 must accompany the application. An additional processing fee
based on a percentage or the total project cost will be required upon completion.
7 Michael F. Easley, Governor `
\C, OC, William G. Ross Jr., Secretary r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D. I
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Division of Water Quality
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401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM COMMENTS
The Winston-Salem Regional Office (WSRO) recommends that the applicant
coordinate a Pre-Application Meeting and Site Visit with the Division of Water Quality
(DWQ) and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to determine if a Section 404
Permit (USACE) and a Section 401 Water Quality Certification (DWQ) will be required.
Even though a Section 401 Water Quality Certification cannot be issued until the EA/EIS
procedure is complete, proceeding with the pre-application and application process will
enable the applicant to address Water Quality concerns and Regulations early in the
project's development. Such issues include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Avoidance and Minimization of surface water and riparian buffer impacts,
2. Stormwater Management requirements (as related to the 401 Program),
3. Compensatory Mitigation for streams, wetlands, and/or buffers (where
applicable),
4. Water Supply, Nutrient Sensitive, Trout, Outstanding Resource, and/or High
Quality Watershed concerns and requirements (where applicable),
5. Compliance with and protection of appropriate Water Quality Standards, on-
site as well as off-site, both during construction and after.
NPDES STORMWATER PERMITS COMMENTS
Any construction activity including clearing, grading, and excavation activities
resulting in the disturbance of five (5) or more acres of total land are required to obtain a
NPDES Stormwater Permit, NCG 010000, prior to beginning these activities.
Any facility that is defined as having stormwater discharges associated with
industrial activity is required to obtain a NPDES Stormwater Permit (varies) prior to
beginning operation.
STATE STORMWATER PERMIT COMMENTS
State Stormwater Permits may be required for development activities draining to
Outstanding Resources Waters or activities within one mile and draining to High Quality
Waters. These must also be obtained prior to development activities.
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Customer Service Div:sion of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
1 800 658-0368 583 Wauchtown Stree; Winston-Salem. N;, 27107
Phone: (336) '71-4600 Fax [phone] Internet: htto:/iwo.ehnr.state.nc.us
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f, North Carolina Wildlife Resources COMMission ItJ
Charles R. Pullwood, Haecudve Dircetur
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Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs, DENR
FROM: David Cox, Highway Project Coo to _
Habitat Conservation Program
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DATE: July 1, 2002
SUBJECT: North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Environmental
Assessment (EA) for the proposod SR 1306/SR 1363 (Souttl Meban4 Street)
Improvements, from SR 1158 (Huffn= Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road)
in Burlington, Alamanee County, North Carolina. TIP No. U-3303, SCH Project
No. 02-E-0710.
Staff biologists with the N. C. Wildlife Resources Commission have reviewed the subject
EA anct are familiar with habitat values in the project area. The purpose of this review was to
assess project impacts to fish and wildlife resources, Our comments ar4 provided in accordance
with certain previsions oftllc National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(c)) and the
Fisli wd Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d).
NCDOT proposes to widen existing SR 1306/SR 1363 to a multilane facility. The project
will begin at SR 1158 and end at NC 54. The project length is approximately 2.4 miles. Impacts
to jurisdictional wetlands and jurisdictional streams total 0.045 acres and 246 linear feet
respectively.
We have reviewed the data contained in the EA. The document does an adequate job of
assessing impacts to fish and wildlife and their habitats. We support NCDOT in the decision to
improve existing facilities rattler than to construct new highways. Tmproving existing facilities
minimizes environmentul impacts while discouraging secondary development, which quickly
reduces the utility of the new roadway. NCDOT should minimize wetland and stream impacts to
the maximum extent practicable and should provide mitigation for all unavoidable impacts.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries - 1711 Mail Service Cenret - Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
'telephone: [phone] ext. 281 9 Fax: [phone]
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We concur with the EA for this project. In the Finding of No significant Impact, NCDOT
should commit to using natural stream channel designs on any stream relocations and to use
NCDOT Best Management practices.
Thank you for the opportunity to cotnmCnt on this EA. If we can be of any further
assistance please call we at [phone],
cc: Howard Hall, U.S. Fish and Wildlifo Service, Rnleigh
John Hciuicssy, DWQ, Raleigh
NOTICE OF A CITIZENS INFORMATIONAL WORKSHOP
FOR THE WIDENING OF SR 1306-SR 1363 (MEBANE STREET)
FROM SR 1158 (HUFFMAN MILL ROAD) TO NC 54 (CHAPEL HILL ROAD)
Project 8.2473101 U-3303A & U-3303B Alamance County
The North Carolina Department of Transportation will hold the above
Citizens Informational Workshop on October 26, 2000 between the hours of 4
PM and 7 PM in the Council Chambers of Burlington City Hall, Burlington.
Interested individuals may attend this informal workshop at their
convenience during the above stated hours. Department of Transportation
representatives will be present to answer questions and receive comments
relative to the proposed project.
The purpose of this workshop is to update the community on the project's
status, answer questions, and receive comments on the project. The proposed
project consists of widening of SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street) from SR 158
(Huffman Mill Road) to NC 62 and then to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road). The project
will be done in two parts, A & B.
Anyone desiring additional information may contact Ms. Karen Capps. PE,
P.O. Box 25201, Raleigh, NC 27611, phone [phone] ext. 246.
NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services for disabled persons who
wish to participate in this workshop to comply with the American Disabilities Act.
To receive special services, please contact Ms. Capps at the above address or
P
phone number or fax [phone] as early as possible so that arrangements I `
can be made.
Project Development Engineer: Karen B. Capps, PE
Comment Sheet
SR 1306-SR 1363
Mebane Street
Alamance County
TIP Project No. U-3303
October 26, 2000
Name:
(Please Print)
Address:
(Please Print)
City: State:
Phone: (optional)
Comments, concerns and/or questions regarding this project:
Zip:
(If you need additional space, please continue on the back)
To help improve our public involvement process, we would appreciate your responses to
the questions on the following page.
Project Development Engineer: Karen B. Capps, PE
The following questions relate to today's workshop:
Was the project adequately explained to you? Yes_ No
Were NCDOT representatives understandable and clear in their explanations? Yes No
Please explain: - - i
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Were NCDOT representatives courteous and helpful? Yes No
Please explain:
Were display maps and handouts easy to read and understand? Yes No
Please explain:
How might we better present proposed projects and address citizen concerns in future
informational workshops?
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How did you hear about this meeting today?
Do you feel this meeting was adequately publicized? Yes- No
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Please explain:
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions regarding our public involvement process?
Please leave your comments with NCDOT representatives at the workshop or mail them to:
Mr. William Gilmore, PE, Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611
09-
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201
October 10, 2000
((FirstNamc)) ((LastName))
((JobTitle))
((Address l ))
((City)),((State)) ((PostalCode))
DAVID MCCOY
SECRETARY
RE: Burlington, Improvements to SR 1306-SR1363 (Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Hufrman Mill Road) to NC
54 (Chapel Hill Road), F.A. Project No. STP-1306(8), State Project No. 8.2473 101, TIP Project No. U-
3303 A & U-3303 B.
Dear ((Title)) ((LastName)),
You are cordially invited to attend a Local Officials Meeting at 2:00pm on October 26, 2000 at the Council
Chambers of Burlington City Hall. This meeting is in conjunction with the Citizens' Informational Workshop to be
held from 4:00-7:00pm in the same location. The purpose of this meeting is to brief you on the proposed
improvements to SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street) and to obtain your input. If you have any additional questions,
please contact me at [phone] ext. 246 or by email at kcapps(a,dot.state.nc.us.
Sincerely,
Karen B. Capps, PE
Attachments
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Improvements to Mebane
Street Studied by MC®O'1'
Early Planning Stages in Progress
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is.
studying proposed improvements to Mebane Street
(SR 1306=SR' 1363). The study area begins at the
intersection of Huffman Mill Road (SR 1158) and.
Colonial Mall and ends at the intersection of NC 54
(Chapel Hill Road).
Purpose of the Project
The purpose of the project is to alleviate congestion
and improve safety along this section of Mebane
Street. Currently, this route carries approximately
17,000 vehicles per day. By 2025, it is expected to
carry as much as 33,100 vehicles per day.
Many citizens choose to use 1-85/1-40 to make-this
cross-town trip to avoid the congestion on Mebane
Street. Improving. Mebane Street to work. as a major
cross town connector would encourage these citizens
to avoid using the interstate for short trips.
Continued on page 2
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
I Mebane Street Project.
I Citizens Informational Workshop
2 Proposed Improvements
2 Project History
3 Project Location
Citizens Informational
Workshop
Informal Workshop to Canvas Local Opinion
Local Officials and citizens will get a chance to view the
proposed improvements to Mebane Street at a Citizens
Informational Workshop. The workshop will take place
on October 26, 2000 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the
Council Chambers of Burlington City Hall. This
workshop is:very informal and citizens can-.drop by at
their convenience. NCDOT personnel will. be on hand at
this workshop to answer questions concerning this
project. Citizens will also have. the opportunity to make
comments; offer suggestions; and voice their concerns
about the project. For additional information concerning
this. workshop, please contact Karen B. Capps, PE,
NCDOT at [phone] ext. 246 or by e-mail at
kcaPnsa-;dot.statc.nc.us.
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MEBAHE STREET
TIP Project No. U-3 3 03
Citizen's
Informational
Workshop Report
NCDOT held a Citizen's Informational
Workshop on October 26, 2000 for TIP
Project No. U-3303. The purpose of the
project is to alleviate congestion and
improve safety along SR 1306-1363
(Mebane Street) from Huffman Mill
Road (SR 1158) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill
Road).
The workshop was held in Burlington's
City Council Chambers. Citizens had
the opportunity to view the proposed
study corridor, ask questions concerning
the proposed typical sections, and offer
comments. A workshop booklet was
available to explain the status of the
project, project costs, and provided a
comment sheet for written comments.
Participation was light with about 25
citizens stopping by to make comments.
NCDOT needs your input in the
planning phase to properly address your
concerns about the project. With the
light turnout at the workshop held in
October, there is concern that citizens
are not aware of the two alternatives
proposed for ilmis project . NCDOT
needs to know if you support the project
AND the alternative that you prefer to
see on Mebane Street. Additionally, we
need citizen input on whether to include
bicycle lanes and/or sidewalks. Now is
the time to become involved with this
project. Your opinion is important!
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?cond Workshop To
e Held January 25,
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CDOT wants to keep citizens involved in
-ojects that affect their homes and their
urounding environment. NCDOT plans to
)ld another Citizens Informational
'orkshop for this project. The meeting will
: held on Thursdav January 25. 2001 at the
erodle Senior Center located at 1535
Street. The meeting will be from
OOpm until 7:00pm. This meeting will have
walk-in formal with a formal presentation
om 6:00pm-6:30pm. The presentation will
icus on the scope of the project and the
reliminary design options being studied.
CDOT plans to use additional visualization
)ols to help illustrate what each of these
mions would look like once construction is
you would like to view the area affected by
e proposed changes, you may contact Mike
unn at the City of Burlington (336) 513-
18 and schedule a time to view the aerial
showing the study corridor.

NOTICE OF A PRE-HEARING OPEN HOUSE
AND A PUBLIC HEARING
ON THE PROPOSED WIDENING OF MEBANE STREET `
(SR 1306-SR 1363) FROM HUFFMAN MILL ROAD (SR 1158)
TO CHAPEL HILL ROAD (NC 54)
Project 8.2473101 U-3303A & U-3303B Alamance County
The North Carolina Department of Transportation will hold the above public meetings
on Tuesday, February 11, 2003 in the Marvin B. Smith Elementary School Auditorium
located at 2235 Delaney Drive in Burlington. A Pre-Hearing Open House will be held from
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Interested individuals may attend the open house at their
convenience between the above stated hours to become familiar with the proposed design.
A FORMAL PUBLIC HEARING FOR THIS PROJECT WILL BE CONDUCTED IN THE
AUDITORIUM BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M.
The hearing will consist of an explanation of the proposed location and design, right
of way requirements and procedures, and relocation advisory assistance. The hearing will
be open to those present for statements, questions, comments, and/or submittal of material
pertaining to the proposed project. Individuals wishing to speak at the formal hearing will
have the opportunity to sign up during the Pre-Hearing Open House or immediately prior to
the hearing. Additional material may be submitted for a period of 15 days from the date of
the hearing to: Ann Steedly, PE, Unit Head, Public Involvement & Community Studies, 1583
Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1583.
Under this project, NCDOT proposes to widen Mebane Street (1306-SR 1363) to a
4-lane median divided roadway with curb, gutter, and sidewalk, from Huffman Mill Road (SR
1158) to Chapel Hill Road (NC 54). Wide outside lanes will be constructed throughout the
project to accommodate "share the road" bicycle traffic. The project will be done in two
parts, Part A, Huffman Mill Road to Alamance Road (NC 62) and Part B, Alamance Road to
Chapel Hill Road. Additional right of way and the relocation of homes and businesses will
be required for this project.
A map showing the location and design of the widened roadway and a copy of the
environmental document - Environmental Assessment - are available for public review in
the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Division 7 Office located at 1584
Yanceyville Street in Greensboro and in the City of Burlington Planning Department located
at 425 S. Lexington Avenue in Burlington.
Anyone desiring additional information concerning the Pre-Hearing Open House or
the Public Hearing may contact Ms. Steedly at the above address; by telephone at (919)
715-1595; by FAX at [phone]; or by Email at [e-mail].
NCDOT - in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act - will provide
auxiliary aids and services for disabled citizens who wish to participate in the hearing. To
receive special services, please call Ms. Steedly at the above address and/or number to
give adequate notice prior to the date of the hearing, so that arrangements can be made.
Post Hearing Meeting
Agenda/Notes
A design public hearing was held on Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at the Marvin B. Smith
Elementary School Auditorium in Burlington. Approximately 150 people were in
attendance.
There were 17 speakers at the hearing and 62 written comments received after the
hearing. These suggestions and comments concerning the proposed design are
summarized below:
Speakers: D.M. Loy, Lois Lackey, Don Walker, Bonnie Garrett, Carl Fuquay, Beth;
Massey, Wayne Howe, Steve Massey, Jack Garner, Martin Mitchell, Bill Hockaday,
Judy Walker.
Written Comments: Brad Widerman, Steve Massey, Betty Massey, Ronald and
Brenda Farmer, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Fuquay, Katy Loy, John Kearns, Dawn and
Eric Marvin, James and Debra Hilliard, Lester and Margie Burton, Brenda Wicker;
Cleo Thompson, Judy Walker, Mertie Nance, Anna Belle Lunsford, Betty and
Wayne Howe, Margorie Garner, Jack Garner, Bull and Pauline Patillo, Lois
Lackey, Bonnie Garrett, Bertha Steelman, Thomas and Sarah Blanchard, Donald
Loy, F.C. Reynolds, Kenneth Wood, Richard Wicker, Victor and Joanne Pate,
Martin Mitchell.
These persons are generally concerned about the amount of land and homes being
acquired for the project. In order to reduce the amount of land being acquired, they
would like to see a five lane curb and gutter section proposed without sidewalks and
bicycle lanes. They also indicate the plans are too heavily weighted toward meeting the
needs of people using South Mebane Street as a thoroughfare and do not adequately
address the needs of the residences that live adjacent to the route.
Response:
The City of Burlington has requested sidewalks. They will be placed within the required
berm and will therefore not reduce the area of land needed for the project. ' .
Felix Davila, Emily Lawton, Carl Goode, Ann Steedly, Jimmy Goodnight and Karen
Capps met on May 2, 2003 to discuss context sensitive solutions for the residences.
Discussed were a reduced median width (16'), 11' lanes, no bicycle lanes, and a reduced
berm width (0').
Speakers: Don Walker, Judy Walker Written comments: Judy Walker, Steve
Massey.
Emergency services response time (to Burlington Manor Assisted Living) will be delayed
due to the median.
Response:
Mountable curbs will be used to allow emergency vehicles use of the median.
Speakers: Betty Massey, Written comments concerning St John's New Mission
Church: Steve and Betty Massey, Michael and Annette Younger, Roland Lassiter,
Foy Becknell, Algene Storey, Ruby Huffines, Clarice Roberson, Brenda Simmons,
Laverne Compton; Carolyn Dodson, Rachel Davis, Ruth Ann Phillips, Stephen
Kindschi
The median will restrict the ability to egress and ingress St. John's New MissioJi United
Church of Christ.
Response: (Discuss possibility of moving crossover to Trail Four.)
Written comments: Judy Walker, Brad Wideman
The concrete island at the intersection of Huffman Mill Road along South Mebane Street
will negatively impact businesses in the area.
Response:
The island is needed in this area for safety reasons.
(Discuss eliminating one of the through lanes going to the mall.)
Written Comments: lVarie Freeman, Ruby Cates
These persons do not want the project.
Speakers: Kandi Carter, Priscilla Starling
Written Comments: Nancy Miles, Bill Hockaday, Nina Hunt, Mke and Tammy
Beck, Edwin King, Andy Hay, Kenneth Mottinger.
These persons prefer the divided median on the majo_ity of the project.
Speaker and written comments: Betty Massey
Ms. Massey requests a cross-over at the entrance to Eighty-Five Plaza instead of
Columbine Lane.
Response:
(Discuss moving cross-over at Columbine lane to the plaza entrance.)
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
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July 8, 2002
MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee I
From: John Henness
Subject: Comments on the EA SR 1306/SR 1363 (South Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill
Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road) in Alamance County, Federal Aid Project No. STP-1306(8),
State Project No. 8.2473 101, TIP Project No. U-3303, DENR Project Number 02E-0710.
This office has reviewed the referenced document. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is responsible for the
issuance of the Section 401 Water Quality Certification for activities that impact Waters of the U.S., including
wetlands. It is our understanding that the preferred alternative, as presented in the EA, as the potential to impact
multiple jurisdictional wetlands and streams. The DWQ offers the following comments based on review of the
aforementioned document:
A) In the document it is not clear if the recommended alternative avoids and minimizes impacts to
jurisdictional waters to the maximum extent practicable. Prior to issuance of the 401 Water Quality
Certification, the NCDOT will need to present appropriate data to demonstrate that sufficient avoidance
and minimization has occurred. One reason for the confusion is the quality of mapping presented in the
document. In future documentation, please provide mapping that clearly displays all impacted
jurisdictional waters with the proposed project superimposed.
B) After the selection of the preferred alternative and prior to an issuance of the 401 Water Quality
Certification, the NCDOT is respectfully reminded that they will need to demonstrate the avoidance and
minimization of impacts to wetlands (and streams) to the maximum extent practical. Based on the impacts
described in the document, wetland mitigation may be required for this project. Should the impacts to
jurisdictional wetlands exceed 1.0 acres, mitigation may be required in accordance with NCDWQ Wetland
Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(2)).
C) In accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506(b)(6)1, mitigation will be required
for impacts of greater than 150 linear feet to any single perennial stream. In the event that mitigation is
required, the mitigation plan should be designed to replace appropriate lost functions and values. In
accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(3) ), the Wetland Restoration `
Program may be available for use as stream mitigation.
D) Where streams must be crossed, the DWQ prefers bridges be used in lieu of culverts. However, we realize
that economic considerations often require the use of culverts. Please be advised that culverts should be I
countersunk to allow unimpeded passage by fish and other aquatic organisms. Moreover, in areas where
high quality wetlands or streams are impacted, a bridge may prove preferable. When applicable, DOT
should not install the bridge bents in the creek, to the maximum extent practicable.
E) Sediment and erosion control measures should not be placed in wetlands.
F) Borrow/waste areas should avoid wetlands to the maximum extent practicable. Impacts to wetlands in
borrow/waste areas could precipitate compensatory mitigation.
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G) There should be a discussion on mitigation plans for unavoidable impacts. If mitigation is required, it is
preferable to present a conceptual (if not finalized) mitigation plan with the environmental documentation.
While the NCDWQ realizes that this may not always be practical, it should be noted that for projects
requiring mitigation, appropriate mitigation plans will be required in conjunction with the issuance of a 401
Water Quality Certification.
H) Future documentation should include an itemized listing of the proposed wetland and stream impacts with
corresponding mapping.
I) Based on the information presented in the document, the magnitude of impacts to wetlands and streams will
require an Individual Permit application to the Corps of Engineers and corresponding 401 Water Quality
Certification. Please be advised that a 401 Water Quality Certification requires satisfactory protection of
water quality to ensure that water quality standards are met and no wetland or stream uses are lost. Final
permit authorization will require the submittal of a formal application by the NCDOT and written
concurrence from the NCDWQ. Please be aware that any approval will be contingent on appropriate
avoidance and minimization of wetland and stream impacts to the maximum extent practical, the
development of an acceptable stormwater management plan, and the inclusion of appropriate mitigation
plans where appropriate.
The NCDWQ appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on your project. Should you have any questions or
require any additional information, please contact John Hennessy at [phone].
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Tom McCartney, USFWS
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
September 11, 2000
MEMORANDUM TO:
FROM:
Mrs. Chrys Baggett, Director
State Clearinghouse
Dept. of Administration
DAVID MCCOY
SECRETARY
William D. Gilmore, P. E., Manager 1"'36
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
SUBJECT: Burlington-Graham, SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street) from
SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road),
Alamance County, F. A. Project No. STP-1306(8), State Project
No. 8.2473101, TIP Project No. U-3303A & U-3303B
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch of the Division of
Highways has begun studying the proposed improvements to SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street)
The project is included in the 2000-2006 North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program.
Right of way for U-3303A is scheduled in fiscal year 2005 and construction in fiscal year 2006.
Right of way for U-3303B is scheduled in fiscal year 2003 and construction in fiscal year 2004.
The proposed project involves widening SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street) to a
multilane facility on existing location and Y-line improvements as needed.
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 which may be required by your agency. Your comments will be used in the
preparation of a federally funded Environmental Assessment. This document will be prepared in
accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act. It is desirable that your agency respond
by October 31, 2000 so that your comments can be used in the preparation of this document.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Karen B. Capps, P. E.,
Project Development Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Extension 246.
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SEP 14 2000
MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
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RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
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November 2, 2000
Mr. William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
NCDOT
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
1548 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1548
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
Thank you for your letter of September 11, 2000, requesting information from the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (Service) for the purpose of evaluating the potential environmental impacts of
the proposed improvements to SR 1306-SR 1363 (Mebane Street) from SR 1158 (Huffman Mill
Road) to NC 54 (Chapel Hill Road), Alamance County, North Carolina (TIP No. U-3303AB).
This report provides seeping information and is provided in accordance with provisions of the
Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act.(FWCA) (16 U.S.C. 661-667d) and Section 7 of the
Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543). This report also
serves as initial scoping comments to federal and state resource agencies for use in their
permitting and/or certification processes for this project.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to widen SR 1306-SR
1363 to a multi-lane facility on existing location and Y-line improvements as needed. The
following recommendations are provided to assist you in your planning process and to facilitate a
thorough and timely review of the project.
Generally, the Service recommends that wetland impacts be avoided and minimized to the
maximum extent practical as outlined in Section 404 (b)(1) of the Clean Water Act Amendments
of 1977. In regard to avoidance and minimization of impacts, we recommend that proposed
highway projects be aligned along or adjacent to existing roadways, utility corridors, or
previously developed areas in order to minimize habitat fragmentation and encroachment. Areas
exhibiting high biodiversity or ecological value important to the watershed and region should be
avoided. Crossings of streams and associated wetland systems should use existing crossings
and/or occur on a structure wherever feasible. Where bridging is not feasible, culvert structures
that maintain natural water flows and hydraulic regimes without scouring, or impeding fish and
wildlife passage, should be employed. Highway shoulder and median widths should be reduced
through wetland areas. Roadway embankments and fill areas should be stabilized by using
appropriate erosion control devices and techniques. Wherever appropriate, construction in
sensitive areas should occur outside fish spawning and migratory bird nesting seasons.
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The National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map of the Burlington 7.5 Minute Quadrangle does not
show wetland resources in the specific work area. However, while the NWI maps are useful for
providing an overview of a given area, they should not be relied upon in lieu of a detailed
wetland delineation by trained personnel using an acceptable wetland classification
methodology.
We reserve the right to review any federal permits that may be required for this project, at the
public notice stage. We may have no objection, provide recommendations for modification of
the project, or recommend denial. Therefore, it is important that resource agency coordination
occur early in the planning process in order to resolve any conflicts that may arise and minimize
delays in project implementation.
In addition to the above guidance, we recommend that the environmental documentation for this
project include the following in sufficient detail to facilitate a thorough review of the action:
1. A clearly defined and detailed purpose and need for the proposed project, supported by
tabular data if available, and including a discussion of the project's independent utility;
2. A description of the proposed action with an analysis of all alternatives being considered,
including the upgrading of existing roads and a "no action" alternative;
3. A description of the fish and wildlife resources, and their habitats, within the project
impact area that may be directly or indirectly affected;
4. The extent and acreage of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, that are to be impacted
by filling, dredging, clearing, ditching, or draining. Acres of wetland impact should
be differentiated by habitat type based on the wetland classification scheme of the
National Wetlands Inventory (NWI). Wetland boundaries should be determined by using
the 1987 Corps of .ngineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and verified by the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers (Corps);
5. The anticipated environmental impacts, both temporary and permanent, that would be
likely to occur as a direct result of the proposed project. The assessment should also
include the extent to which the proposed project would result in secondary impacts to
natural resources, and how this and similar projects contribute to cumulative adverse
effects;
6. Design features and construction techniques which would be employed to avoid or
minimize the fragmentation or direct loss of wildlife habitat value;
7. Design features, construction techniques, or any other mitigation measures which
would be employed at wetland crossings and stream channel relocations to avoid or
minimize impacts to waters of the United States; and,
S. If unavoidable wetland impacts are proposed, we recommend that every effort be made to
identify compensatory mitigation sites in advance. Project planning should include a
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detailed compensatory mitigation plan for offsetting unavoidable wetland impacts.
Opportunities to protect mitigation areas in perpetuity, preferably via conservation
easement, should be explored at the outset.
There are no federally-listed threatened or endangered species known to occur in Alamance
County. However, there are two Federal Species of Concern (FSC) that have been identified in
Alamance County, the yellow lampmussel (Lampsilis cariosa) and the vascular plant, sweet
pinesap (Monotropsis odorata). The latter is an historic record more than 50 years old.
FSC's are those plant and animal species for which the Service remains concerned, but further
biological research and field study are needed to resolve the conservation status of these taxa.
Although FSC's receive no statutory protection under the ESA, we would encourage the NCDOT
to be alert to their potential presence, and to make every reasonable effort to conserve them if
found. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program should be contacted for information on
species under state protection.
The Service appreciates the opportunity to comment on this project. Please continue to advise us
during the progression of the planning process, including your official determination of the
impacts of this project. If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact Tom
McCartney at 919-856-4520, ext. 32.
Sincerely,
Dr. Garland B. Pardue
Ecological Services Supervisor
cc:
COE, Raleigh, NC (Eric Alsmeyer)
NCDWQ, Raleigh, NC (John Hennessy) ?
NCDNR, Creedmoor, NC (David Cox)
FHWA, Raleigh, NC (Nicholas Graf)
EPA, Atlanta, GA (Ted Bisterfeld)
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