R-3612

O F WA -r Michael F. Easley, Governor
ROG William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
7 Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
Acting Director
T Division of Water Quality
April 29, 2002
MEMORANDUM
TO: Melba McGee, Environmental Coordinator
NCDENR Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs
FROM: Cynthia F. Van Der Wiele, NCDOT Coordinator C-t-(1w
SUBJECT: Review of Scoping Sheets for Relocation of US 221A from south of SR 1954 at
Avondale to south of Second Broad River at Caroleen, Rutherford County, F.A.
Project No. STP-221 A(001). State Project No. 8.189140 1, TIP Project R-3612. State
Clearinghouse Project No. 02E-0557.
In reply to your correspondence dated February 19. 2002 in which you requested comments for the
referenced project, preliminary analysis of the project indicates that an unnamed tributary to Second
Broad River (Index No. 9-41, Hydrological Unit 030802) lies within the project area. These waters
are classified as WS-IV. The Division of Water Quality offers these comments:
According to the Broad River Water Qualits Plan, water quality issues include controlling
sedimentation and nonpoint sources. NCDOT is urged to abide by Best Management Practices
for the Protection of Surface Waters (March 1997) for design, construction and maintenance of
this transportation facility. Additionally. design plans should include ways to maintain the
existing good water quality in this Basin. In order to reduce sedimentation in receiving waters,
same day seeding and mulching is strongly encouraged. Since US 221A is a major collector,
stormwater should be designed to flow into buffer areas or retention basins rather than routed
directly into streams. DWQ prefers that stormwater runoff be designed to drain into a properly
designed stormwater detention facility/apparatus.
2. While vegetated buffers are not a requirement within this basin, NCDOT is encouraged to retain
vegetation as much as possible. Do not remove vegetation from the stream bank unless it is
absolutely necessary. Especially avoid removing large trees and undercut banks. If large,
undercut trees must be removed, then cut the trunks and leave the stumps and root systems in
place to minimize damage to stream banks.
3. Any environmental documents pertainin: it) this project should provide a detaiTdand itemized
presentation of the proposed impacts to wetlands and streams with corresponding mapping. 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. For projects requiring tr(iti?ation. appropriate mitigation plans will be required
prior to issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification.
4. Borrow/waste areas should not be located in wetlands. It is likely that compensatory mitigation
will be required if wetlands are impacted h\ waste or borrow.
5. Wetland delineation should be performed prior to permit application. Wetland and stream
impacts should be avoided to the maximum extent practical. If this is not possible. alternatives
North Carolina Division of Water Quality. 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NO 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27c04-2260 (Location)
919-733-1786 (phone), 919-733-6802 lfax), http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/
that minimize wetland impacts should be chosen. In accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands
Rules { 15A NCAC 2H.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 becomes 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.
Thank you for requesting our input at this time. The DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water
Quality Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality
standards are met and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require
additional information, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at [phone].
pc: Steve Lund, USACE Asheville Field Office
Marcella Buncick, USFWS
David Cox. NCWRC
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
April 12, 2002
LYNDO TIPPETT
SECRETARY
MEMORANDUM TO: Mrs. Chrys Baggett, Director
State Clearinghouse
Department of Administration
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FROM: William D. Gilmore, P. E., Manager ,j 000,
Project Development and Environm?iC?C c
SUBJECT: Relocation of US 221A from South of SR 1954 (Ellenboro -Henrietta
Road) to South of Second Broad River, Rutherford County, Federal Aid
Project STP-221A(001), State Project 8.189140 1, TIP No. R-3612,
Division 13
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch has begun studying the proposed
improvements to US 221A. The project is included in the 2002-2008 North Carolina Transportation
Improvement Program and is scheduled for right of way in fiscal year 2005 and construction in fiscal year
2008.
The subject project proposes to relocate US 221A from SR 1954 (Ellenboro-Henrietta Road) at
Avondale to south of the Second Broad River at Caroleen. Construction is expected to consist of a two-
lane facility with 12-foot travel lanes, 2-foot paved shoulders, and 8-foot shoulders. The study area is
shown on the attached vicinity map.
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 May 29, 2002 so that your
comments can be used in the preparation of this document.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Colista S. Freeman, Project
Development Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Ext. 224. Please include the TIP Project
Number in all correspondence and comments.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
April 15, 2002
MEMORANDU'LM
TO: William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
NCDOT, Project Development & Environmental Analysis
FROM: Cvnthia F. Van Der Wiele, NCDOT Coordinator CLAW
SUBJECT: Review of Scoping Sheets for Relocation of US 221 A from south of SR 1954 at
Avondale to south of Second Broad River at Caroleen, Rutherford County, F.A.
Project No. STP-22 I A(00 1), State Project No. 8.189140 1, TIP Project R-3612.
In reply to your correspondence dated February 19, 2002 in which you requested comments for the
referenced project. preliminary analysis of the project indicates that an unnamed tributary to Second
Broad River (Index No. 9-41, Hydrological Unit 030802) lies within the project area. These waters
are classified as WS-IV. The Division of Water Quality offers these comments:
According to the Broad River Water Quality Plan, water quality issues include controlling
sedimentation and nonpoint sources. NCDOT is urged to abide by Best Management Practices
for the Protection of Surface Waters (March 1997) for design, construction and maintenance of
this transportation facility. Additionally, design plans should include ways to maintain the
existing good water quality in this Basin. In order to reduce sedimentation in receiving waters,
same day seeding and mulching is strongly encouraged. Since US 221A is a major collector,
stormwater should be designed to flow into buffer areas or retention basins rather than routed
directly into streams. DWQ prefers that stormwater runoff be designed to drain into a properly
designed stormwater detention facility/apparatus.
2. While vegetated buffers are not a requirement within this basin, NCDOT is encouraged to retain
vegetation as much as possible. Do not remove vegetation from the stream bank unless it is
absolutely necessary. Especially avoid removing large trees and undercut banks. If large,
undercut trees must be removed, then cut the trunks and leave the stamps and root systems in
place to minimize damage to stream banks.
Any environmental documents pertaining to this project should provide a detailed and itemized
presentation of the proposed impacts to wetlands and streams with corresponding mapping. 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. For projects requiring mitigation, appropriate mitigation plans will be required
prior to issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification.
4. Borrow/waste areas should not be located in wetlands. It is likely that compensatory mitigation
will be required if wetlands are impacted by waste or borrow.
5. Wetland delineation should be performed prior to permit application. Wetland and stream
impacts should be avoided to the maximum extent practical. If this is not possible, alternatives
that minimize %vetland impacts should be chosen. In accordance with the NCDWO Wetlands
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
919.733-1786 (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ricwetiands/
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Rules { 15A NCAC 2H.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 becomes 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.
Thank you for requesting our input at this time. The DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water
Quality Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality
standards are met and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require
additional information, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at [phone].
pc: Steve Lund. USACE Asheville Field Office
Marcella Buncick, USFWS
MaryEllen Haggard, NCWRC
Central Files
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION -
MICHAEL F. EASLEY _T_ LYNUOzTIPPET'I'
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MEMORANDUM TO: Ms. Cynthia Van der Wiele
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FROM: William D. Gilmore, P. F., Manager ?
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SUBJECT: Relocation ofUS 221A from South ofSR 1954 (Ellenboro-Henrietta
Road) to South of Second Broad River, Rutherford County, Federal Aid
Project STP-22 IA(001), State Project 8.189140 1, TIP No. R-3612,
Division 13
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch has begun studying the proposed
improvements to US 221A. The project is included in the 2002-2008 North Carolina Transportation
Improvement Program and is scheduled for right of way in fiscal year 2005 and construction in fiscal year
2008.
The subject project proposes to relocate US 221 A from SR 1954 (Ellenboro-Henrietta Road) at
Avondale to south of the Second Broad River at Caroleen. Construction is expected to consist of a two-
lane facility with 12-foot travel lanes, 2-foot paved shoulders, and 8-116ot shoulders. The study area is
shown on the attached vicinity map.
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 May 29, 2002 so that your
comments can be used in the preparation of this document.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact Colista S. Freeman, Project
Development Engineer, of this Branch at [phone], Ext. 224. Please include the TIP Project
Number in all correspondence and comments.
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
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Apri 18, 2002
MEMORANDUM TO: File
FROM: Colista S. Freeman
Project Development Engineer
LYNDo TIPPETT
SECR[ rARY
SUBJECT: Scoping Meeting Minutes for Relocation of US 221A from
South of SR 1954 (Ellenboro-Henrietta Rd) at Avondale to
South of Second Broad River at Caroleen in Rutherford
County, State Project No. 8.1891401, Federal Aid Project
No. STP-221A(001), TIP Project No. R-3612
A scoping meeting for R-3612, relocation of US 221A between Avondale and Caroleen,
was held on April 3, 2002 in Room 470 of the Project Development and Environmental
Analysis (PDEA) Branch. A list of attendees is attached.
The meeting began with introductions by the participants. Colista Freeman, PDEA, then
presented an overview of the project, showing the location on aerial photography.
Purpose and Need for the Project
Several problems have been identified along US 221A in the project area, including
safety, maintenance conditions, Level of Service (LOS), a high rate of truck traffic near
the school, and route connectivity. The purposes of the project would be to improve the
horizontal and vertical alignment to reduce collision potential and improve LOS, increase
the distance between the road and the river to improve maintenance conditions, remove
truck traffic from the road in front of the school, and provide better connectivity between
southern and northern portions of US 221A.
Existing Conditions
US 221 A is classified as a major collector on the Functional Classification System and is
located in the southern NC Mountains. There are no traffic signals along US 221A in the
project area. The existing cross-section of US 221A is a 2-lane road with 24-ft wide
pavement, soil shoulders, and high embankments in close proximity to the road. The
road is characterized by poor horizontal and vertical alignment, in particular at SR 1954,
SR 1949, and near the school. The Second Broad River is also located in close proximity
to a section of US 221A, and it was suggested that flooding could be causing maintenance
problems in that area. According to the Division, there are no known flooding problems,
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but they will investigate to see if there are other issues in that area, such as slope
maintenance or undercutting of the road.
According to the 1997 Feasibility Study, the 1996 AADT along US 221A was 3,000
vehicles per day (vpd), and the 2020 AADT was projected to be 7,400 vpd. The truck
percentage was estimated to be 8%. According to Statewide Planning, the traffic forecast
is currently being developed; however, it is anticipated that the AADT and truck
percentage will closely resemble the estimates in the Feasibility Study. The existing
roadway was estimated to be operating at LOS D in 1996 due to the sharp curves and
high truck traffic.
US 221A has experienced a high accident rate between the project termini. The crash
rate is 582.69 (per 100 million vehicle kilometers), compared to the statewide crash rate
along similar 2-lane facilities, which is 120.53 (per 100 million vehicle kilometers).
Most of the crashes occurred at either SR 1954 or SR 1949, including 2 rollover crashes.
An old culvert and what appears to be a low-income community are located at the
northern end of the project area.
Other TIP Proiects in the Area
One other TIP project is located near the proposed US 221A relocation. B-3238 is the
replacement of Bridge #28 over the Second Broad River on SR 2138, and is located
southwest of R-3612. This project is currently under construction.
Proposed Improvements
The 1997 Feasibility Study made the following recommendations:
Relocate US 221A to the east of the school and west of the SR 1950 cemetery from
SR 1954 at Avondale to SR 1949 at Caroleen
Cul-de-sac existing US 221A near the southern project terminus
Construct a new connector from existing SR 1949 at the northern project terminus to
existing US 221A
Upgrade and widen the existing school access road from SR 1954 to relocated US
221A to provide 12-ft wide travel lanes (SR 1954 should be routed along the
improved segment)
Widen US 221A to 3 lanes for left turns at SR 1954 and SR 1949
The typical section for US 221A should be a 2-lane shoulder section with 12-ft wide
travel lanes, 2-ft wide paved shoulders, and 8-ft wide soil shoulders for the high truck
volume
Several other alternatives were discussed at the meeting, including:
Extending the relocation farther north to correct the poor horizontal alignments in the
existing road
Improving the existing road, with a short relocation at the northern end of the project
to correct poor horizontal alignment, and improving the SR 1954 intersection to
correct horizontal and vertical alignment problems
Relocating US 221A from just south of the Second Broad River to south of SR 1954
and removing existing US 221 pavement from northern terminus to near school to
solve maintenance issues near river (this alternative would depend upon whether or
not access to property would be affected in area of pavement removal)
Raise grade of existing road in the area near the river and install retaining wall (could
be problems with undercutting of wall)
Based on preliminary traffic projections, there does not appear to be a need for multi
lanes along US 221A; therefore, a two-lane shoulder section with 12-ft wide travel lanes,
2-ft wide paved shoulders, and 8-ft wide soil shoulders will be studied. If an 80-ft right
of way is proposed, additional easements would be required due to the topography of the
area.
Although there does not appear to be a need for signalization, and it is likely that all
intersections would be stop sign controlled, recommendations from Traffic Engineering
will be requested. It also appears that no major hydraulic structures will be required for
the proposed project. Bicycle accommodations and pedestrian facilities will not be
included in the project.
A detour may be required during the construction of the proposed project near the
northern project limit. Traffic Control agreed to prepare and submit a detour study.
Potential Environmental Issues
The proposed project would require one small stream crossing, but it does not appear that
any wetlands would be impacted. The project is located in a protected watershed area.
There are no known trout streams or federal or state protected species in the project area.
There are several potential historic properties located in the area. The State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) has requested that an architectural historian identify and
evaluate any structures over 50 years old. A preliminary screening has been done by
NCDOT Historic Architecture, and several possible historic sites were identified,
including a cemetery, school, church, gazebo, and houses. A more in-depth study will be
conducted by NCDOT and submitted to SHPO. SHPO also recommended that a
comprehensive survey be conducted to determine if any archaeological resources will be
impacted. The NCDOT Archaeology group will investigate and identify any resources in
the project area.
It has not been determined if the proposed project will go through the NEPA/404 Merger
Process. Although there appear to be few wetlands that would be impacted, NCDOT will
need to coordinate with the Corps of Engineers to make a final decision.
Comments and Discussion
NCDOT Public Involvement was asked about potential impacts to the low-income
neighborhood in the northern project area. It was decided that NCDOT will present the
study corridors at the Citizens' Informational Workshop and get response from the public
before deciding whether or not there is a need to look at specific avoidance alternatives.
The Area Traffic Engineer requested that a 45-mph design speed be considered.
The Division requested that the project limits be extended farther north. It was agreed
that the limits would be changed to include the area just south of the Second Broad River,
since the vertical alignment of the road is poor in that area. Roadway Design will request
surveys with the new project limits from Location and Surveys. A new construction cost
estimate will also be requested by PDEA. Additionally, PDEA will request an extension
of the project limits once the cost estimate is updated.
Right of Way Utilities indicated that utility conflicts will be minimal and that the
estimated utility relocation cost is $35,000.
Schedulinp, Dates and Proiect Costs
PDEA outlined the following anticipated project schedule, which is based on the right of
way and let dates in the TIP. The comments are a result of discussion at the scoping
meeting.

Activity Proposed Estimated
Comments
Schedule Cost
NEPA PDEA will coordinate with COE to determine if
Concurrence Pt. 1 June 2002 ---- Merger Process is required
(if necessary)
NEPA PDEA will coordinate with COE to determine if
Concurrence Pt. 2 June 2002 ----
Merger Process is required
(if necessary)
Citizens' September Functional design on mosaic will be needed from
Informational 2002 Roadway Design for CIW
Workshop
Preliminary mapping should be available by March
EA Completion October 2003 ---- 2003 _
FONSI July 2004
----
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Completion
Right of Way FY 2005 $250,000 ---------
To be delayed until FY 2007 to allow 18 months
Let FY 2006 $2,600,000 for permit acquisition; Cost estimate based on
extended northern project limit
Scoping Meeting
R-3612
April 3, 2002
Name Agency/Unit Phone Email
Colista Freeman PDEA 733-7844 x 224 Csfrecmanc(bdot.state.nc.us
Eric Midkiff PDEA 733-7844 x 232 Emidkif @) dot. state. nc.us
Robert Memory R/W Utilities 733-7932 x 362 Rmemory (0 dot. state. nc.us
David Bailey R/W 733-7932 DbaileyOa (lot. state. nc. us
Ronald Young Program
Development 733-3690 x 354 R oungca>dot.state. nc.u
Van Argabright Program
Development 733-2039 vargabright((?dot.state. nc.us
Tony Houser Roadway Design 250-4016 [e-mail]
Glenn Mumford Roadway Design 250-4016 [e-mail]
Jerome Nix Hydraulics 250-4100 .InixcPdot.state.nc.us
Jamal Alavi Statewide Planning 733-4705 Jalavi01)dot. state. nc.us
Amy Lowery Congestion
Management 250-4151 Allowery(q)dot.state.m.us
Regina Page Congestion
Management 250-4151 Repage(6dot. state. nc.us
Al Bolivar Photogrammetry 250-4170 [e-mail]
John Taylor Location and Surveys 704-849-8064 Jptaylor0dot.state.nc.us
Mark Manriquez Traffic Control 250-4151 MmanriciuezObdot.state. nc.us
Ann Steedly Public Involvement 250-4092 [e-mail]
Clarence Coleman FHWA 856-4350 x 104 [e-mail]

F W A TF Michael F. Easley, Governor
\0?0 '4OG William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
C/j Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
] y Acting Director
.N' Division of Water Quality
April 2, 2002
MEMORANDUM
TO: William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
NCDOT, Project Development & Environmental Analysis
FROM: Cynthia F. Van Der Wiele, NCDOT Coordinator Wc?j
SUBJECT: Review of Scoping Sheets for Rqlocation of US 221A from south of SR 1954 at
Avondale to SR 1949 south of Caroleen, Rutherford County, F.A. Project No. STP-
22 1A(001), State Project No. 8.1891401, TIP Project R-3612.
In reply to your correspondence dated February 19, 2002 in which you requested comments for the
referenced project. preliminary analysis of the project indicates that an unnamed tributary to Second
Broad River (Index No. 941, Hydrological Unit 030802) lies within the project area. These waters
are classified as WS-IV. The Division of Water Quality offers these comments:
According to the Broad River Water Quality Plan, water quality issues include controlling
sedimentation and nonpoint sources. NCDOT is urged to abide by Best Management Practices
for the Protection of Surface Waters (March 1997) for design, construction and maintenance of
this transportation facility. Additionally, design plans should include ways to maintain the
existing good water quality in this Basin. In order to reduce sedimentation in receiving waters,
same day seeding and mulching is strongly encouraged. Since US 221A is a major collector,
stormwater should be designed to flow into buffer areas or retention basins rather than routed
directly into streams. DWQ prefers that stormwater runoff be designed to drain into a properly
designed stormwater detention facility/apparatus.
2. While vegetated buffers are not a requirement within this basin, NCDOT is encouraged to retain
vegetation as much as possible. Do not remove vegetation from the stream bank unless it is
absolutely necessary. Especially avoid removing large trees and undercut banks. If large,
undercut trees must be removed, then cut the trunks and leave the stumps and root systems in
place to minimize damage to stream banks.
Any environmental documents pertaining to this project should provide a detailed and itemized
presentation of the proposed impacts to wetlands and streams with corresponding mapping. 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. For projects requiring mitigation, appropriate mitigation plans will be required
prior to issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification.
4. Borrow/waste areas should not be located in wetlands. It is likely that compensatory mitigation
will be required if wetlands are impacted by waste or borrow.
5. Wetland delineation should be performed prior to permit application. Wetland and stream
impacts should be avoided to the maximum extent practical. If this is not possible, alternatives
that minimize wetland iml2acts should be chosen. In accordance with the NCDWO Wetlands
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
919-733-1786 (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), http://h2o.enr.state.nc.u?,/ncwetlands/
Rules 115A NCAC 2H.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 becomes required, the
mitigation plan should be designed to replace appropriate lost functions and values. In
accordance with the NCDWQ Wetlands Rules 115A NCAC 2H.0506 (h)(3)}, the Wetland
Restoration Program may be available for use as stream mitigation.
Thank you for requesting our input at this time. The DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water
Quality Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality
standards are met and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require
additional information, please contact Cynthia Van Der Wiele at [phone].
pc: Steve Lund, USACE Asheville Field Office
Marcella Buncick, USFWS
MaryEllen Haggard, NCWRC
Central Files
File Copy
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
MEMORANDUM TO: Ms. Cynthia Van Der Wiele
Division of Water Quality/Wetlands r
FROM: William D. Gilmore, P. E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
SUBJECT: Review of Scoping Sheets for Relocation of US 221A from South
of SR 1954 at Avondale to SR 1949 South of Caroleen in
Rutherford County, Federal Aid Project STP-221 A(001), State
Project 8.1891401, TIP No. R-3612
Attached for your review and comments are the scoping sheets for the subject project
(see attached map for project location). The purpose of these sheets and the related review
procedure is to have an early "meeting of the minds" as to the scope of work that should be
performed and thereby enable us to better implement the project. A scoping meeting for this
project is scheduled for April3, 2001 at 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Project Development and
Environmental Analysis Branch Conference Room (Room 470). You may provide us with your
comments at the meeting or mail them to us prior to that date.
Thank you for your assistance in this part of our planning process. If there are any
questions about the meeting or the scoping sheets, please call Colista S. Freeman, Project
Development Engineer, at 733-7844, Ext. 224. Please include the TIP Project Number in all
correspondence and comments.
WDG/plr
Attachment
February 19, 2002

LYNDO TIPPETT
SivmI,rARY

MAILING ADDRESS:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
1548 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1548
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
WEBSITE: WWW. DOH. DOT. STATE. NC. US
LOCATION:
TRANSPORTATION BUILDING
1 SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET
RALEIGH NC
PROJEC'T' SCOPING SHEET
TIP # R-3612
PROJECT # 8.1891401
F.A. PROJECT # STP-221A(001)
DIVISION: 13 COUNTY: Rutherford
ROUTE: US 221A
FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: Major Collector
LENGTH: 0.5 mile
Date: April 3, 2002
Revision Date: 1-28-02
Project Development Stage
Programming
® Planning
Design
PURPOSE OF PROJECT: Improve alignment, safety, and maintenance conditions of
the roadway in the manufacturing/institutional area between Avondale and
Caroleen
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT (INCLUDING SPECIFIC LIMITS) AND MAJOR
ELEMENTS OF WORK: Relocation of US 221A from south of SR 1954 at Avondale
to SR 1949 south of Caroleen
TYPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL
DOCUMENT TO BE PREPARED: Environmental Assessment
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY SCHEDULE: EA Oct. 2003
FONSI July 2004
WILL THERE BE SPECIAL FUNDING PARTICIPATION BY MUNICIPALITY,
DEVELOPERS, OR OTHERS? Yes F-1,,No
IF YES, BY WHOM AND AMOUNT: ($) \. , or (%)
HOW AND WHEN WILL "PHIS BE PAID?
PROJECT SLOPING SHEET
TYPE OF ACCESS CONTROL: Full ? Partial [-] None
NUMBER OF: Interchanges 0 Grade Separations 0 Stream Crossings
TYPICAL SECTION OF ROADWAY:
Existing: 2-lane shoulder section
Proposed: 2-lane shoulder section with 3.6-m (12-ft) lanes, 0.6-m
(2-ft) wide paved shoulders, and 2.4-m (8-ft) wide
grass shoulders (due to high truck volumes)
TRAFFIC (ADT): Current (1996): 3000 (Feasibility Study)
Design Year (2020): 7400 (Feasibility Study)
%: TTST 8 DUAL DHV
DESIGN STANDARDS APPLICABLE;: AASHTO ® 3R R
DESIGN SPEED:
CURRENT COST ESTIMATE:
Construction Cost (including engineering
And contingencies) ....................... $ 2,950,000
Right of Way Cost (including relocation,
Utilities and acquisition) ...................... $
Force Account Items ........................... $
Preliminary Engineering ......................... $
't'otal Cost ................................... $
TIP COST ESTIMATE: $
Construction .................................. $ 2,950,000
Right of Way .................................. $
TOTAL TIP COST ESTIMATE .................. $
PROJECT SCOPING SHEET
LISTANY SPECIAL FEATURES, SUCH AS RAILROAD INVOLVEMENT, WHICH
COULD AFFECT COST OR SCHEDULE OF PROJECT:
ITEMS REQUIRED (X) COMMENTS COST
Estimated Costs of Improvements:
®Pavement:
®Surface ......................................... $ 206,650
?Base ........................................... $
? Milling & Recycling ................................ $
? Turnouts ....................................... $
® Removal $ 3,150
? Shoulders:
? Paved .......................................... $
? Earthen ........................................ $ _
® Earthwork ............................................ $ 235,000
® Fine Grading ........................................... $ 25,800
? Subsurface Items ....................................... $ _
® Subgrade and Stabilization ................................ $ 52,800
® Drainage (List any special items) ........................... $ 95,000
? Sub-Drainage .......................................... $ _
? Structures Width x Length
? Bridge Rehabilitation x .......... $
? New Bridge x .......... $ _
? New Bridge x .......... $
? New Bridge x .......... $ _
? Widen Bridge x .......... $
? Remove Bridge x .......... $
? New Culvert: Size Length (2) .......... $
? Culvert Extension ................................. $
? Retaining Walls .................................. $
? Noise Walls ..................................... $
? Other Misc. Structures .................... ......... $ _
? $ ---
? Concrete Curb & Gutter .................................. $
? Concrete Sidewalk ..................................... $ _
? Guardrail ............................................ $ _
? Fencing: W.W. ? and/or C.L.? .......................... $
® Erosion Control ....................................... $ 12,000
? Landscaping .......................................... $ ---
? $ --

PROJECT SCOPING SHEET
ITEMS REQUIRED (X) COMMENTS COST
? Lighting ............................................. $
® Traffic Control ........................................ $ 201000
? Signing:
? New .......................................... $
? Upgraded ....................................... $
? Traffic Signals:
? New .......................................... $
? Revised ........................................ $
? $ -
? RR Signals:
? New ........................................... $
? Revised ......................................... $
? With or Without Arms .............................. $
? If 3R:
? Drainage Safety Enhancement ........................ $
? Roadside Safety Enhancement ........................ $
? Realignment for Safety Upgrade ....................... $ _
Pavement Markings:
? Paint .......................................... $
? Thermo ......................................... $
? Markers ......................................... $
® Thermo and Markers $ 6,000
? Delineators ........................................... $
®Other clearing, grubbing, mobilization, misc .................. $ 493,600
Contract Cost Subtotal ........................ ... ... $ 1,150,000
Engineering & Contingencies ................................ $ 200,000
Preliminary Engineering Costs ............................... $
Force Account ............................................ $
CONSTRUCTION Subtotal: ..................... $ 1,350,000
Right of Way:
EXISTING RIGHT OF WAY WIDTI 1:
WILL EXISTING RIGHT OF WAY CONTAIN IMPROVEMENTS?
Yes ? No ?
? New Right of Way Needed: Width .......... $
? Easements: Type Width .......... $
$
? Utilities: ..............................................
$
RIGI IT OF WAY Subtotal: ..................................
'T'O'T'AL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST: $
Prepared By: Date:
THE ABOVE SLOPING INFORMATION HAS BEEN REVIEWED AND APPROVED
BY:
INIT. DATE INIT. DATE
Highway Design Board of Tran. Member
Roadway Board of Tran. Member
Structure Dir. Plan. & Prog.
Design Services Dep. Admin.-Preconst.
Geotechnical Chief Engineer-Oper.
Hydraulics Secondary Roads Off.
Loc. & Surveys Construction Branch
Photogrammetry Roadside Environmental
Prel. Est. Engr. Maintenance Branch
PD&EA Bridge Maintenance
Right of Way Statewide Planning
R/W Utilities Division Engineer
Traffic Engineering Bicycle Coordinator
Project Management Program Development
County Manager FHWA
City/Municipality Dept. of Cult. Res.
Others Dept. of EI-I & NR
Others Others
Scoping Sheet for local officials will be sent to Division Engineer for handling.
IF YOU ARE NOT IN AGREEMENT WITH PROPOSED PROJECT OR SCOPING,
NOTE YOUR PROPOSED REVISIONS BELOW AND INITIAL AND DATE AFTER
COMMENTS.

END PROJECT11
Caroleen
:
Avondale
BEGIN PROJEC
Project Length:
Approx. 0.8 km (0.5 mi )
"• ' c ti NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION
G DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
PROJECT DEYELOPMENT AND
°+. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS BRANCH
Project Location Map
Relocation of US 221A
From South of SR 1954 at Avondale
To SR 1949 South of Caroleen
in Rutherford County
TIP Project R-3612