U-2720 old farm road

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Bill Gilmore
Manager, Planning and Environmental Branch
NCDOT
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, N.C. 27611-5201
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
November 19, 1998
NCDWQ# 970288
TIP# U-2720
SUBJECT: WRP-FAILURE OF PAYMENT NOTIFICATION
Old Farm Road Extension (N.C. 125)
Halifax County
Dear Mr. Gilmore:
On July 9, 1998 you were issued a 401 Water Quality Certification authorizing you to
impact wetlands and or waters of the State. As part of this Certification you were required to
make a payment to the N.C. Wetland Restoration Program for impacts to 3.0 acres of riparian
wetlands. As of this date, no payment for these activities has been received.
You are hereby notified that the wetland and or water impacts approved by your 401
Certification must not be initiated PRIOR to payment into the WRP. Failure to make payment
for wetland or stream impacts as required by your 401 Water Quality Certification may result in
an enforcement action being initiated against you. Additionally, a Civil Penalty assessment not to
exceed $10,000 per day may also be levied against you.
Please submit your payment and return the enclosed form to the WRP (address listed on
the form) within 21 days upon your receipt. If this matter is not resolved by this time, NCDWQ
will proceed to revoke your Certification and initiate an enforcement action you for this matter.
If you should have any questions regarding this matter please feel free to call me at (919)
733-1786 or Ron Ferrell at (919-733-5083 EXT. 358).
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201
GOVERNOR
June 30, 1998
Eric Alsmeyer
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
US Army Corps of Engineers
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
Dear Mr. Alsmeyer:
E. NORRIS TOLSON
SECRETARY
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Attached is a copy of a letter which DOT received from the Department of Corrections on
June 11, 1998 concerning the status of the potential Caledonia wetland mitigation site.
Based on the content of this letter, we believe that the Caledonia site will be unavailable
to provide mitigation for wetland impacts resulting from proposed relocation of NC 125,
Halifax County, TIP U-2720. Wetland impacts resulting from the proposed project are
considered to be 3.0 acres.
At this time, DOT has exhausted all identified riverine wetland mitigation sites in the
Coastal Plain of the Roanoke Basin. Of the ten sites identified in the initial basin search,
eight had unwilling landowners, one was a preservation site nearly identical to Company
Swamp, and the last was the Caledonia site which now appears unavailable. For this
reason, DOT proposes to buy mitgation credits from the state Wetland Restoration
Program (WRP) at a rate of $24,000 per acre to provide 1:1 restoration/creation
mitigation. The remaining mitigation will be provided through 15 acres of wetland
preservation from Company Swamp.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Jim Hauser
of the Wetland Mitigation Unit at 733-7844 extension 279.
Sincerely,
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William D. Gilmore, P.E.
Branch Manager
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cc: David C. Robinson, Ph.D., P.E., NCDOT
V. Charles Bruton, Ph.D., NCDOT
David Franklin, COE
John Dorney, DWQ
Cyndi Bell, DWQ
David Cox, WRC
David Schiller, NCDOT
Mike Wood, NCDOT
Jim Hauser, NCDOT
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North Carolina Department of Correction
Correction Enterprises
P. O. Box 29540
2020 Yonkers Road • Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0540
James B. Hunt Jr., Governor
L.M. (Les) Martin
Enterprise Director
Mack Jarvis, Secretary
June 11, 1998
Mr. David C. Robinson, Ph.D., P.E.
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 2761 1-5201
Dear Mr. Robinson:
In response to your letter dated June 2, 1998, please be advised that we are still awaiting a legal
opinion from the Attorney General concerning the allocation of funds to our division. You may
wish to pursue other options at this time to keep projects within your agency on schedule since
we do not anticipate receiving an answer from the Attorney General's office in the immediate
future. However, when an opinion is issued concerning this matter, we will respond to your office
and continue to pursue negotiation of potential sites for wetland mitigation at Caledonia.
We look forward to continuing our efforts to support your agency's wetland mitigation initiative.
If our office can be of further assistance, please let me know.
r"icerely,
James G. Godwin
Acting Director
cc: Mr. Lynn Phillips
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
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Division of Water Quality
James Hunt, Jr., Governor p E H N F1
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
July 16, 1997
DWQ #970288
Halifax County
Mr. Franklin Vick
N.C. Dept. of Transportation
Planning and Environmental Branch
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
On 21 March 1997, you applied to the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) for a 401 Water Quality
Certification to impact 2.96 acres of wetlands to construct the proposed Old Farm Road Extension in Halifax
County. Your project was forwarded to Mr. Danny Smith in the Raleigh Regional Office for review. If you
send additional information to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers concerning this project, please be certain
that our staff have copies of this material so we can use it in our process in making a decision.
After a thorough, on-site inspection of your property, my staff has determined that existing uses are
present in the wetlands as described in 15A NCAC 2B.0220, and that compensatory mitigation is required
by DWQ in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0506(h). In accordance with these rules, we have determined
that 5.92 acres of restoration would satisfy mitigation needs for this project. You are reminded that in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0506(h)(6), a minimum of 2.96 acres of restoration will be required, while
the balance may be credited towards other types of mitigation, based upon multipliers of 1.5 for creation, 2
for enhancement, and 5 for preservation. Please note that if suitable compensatory mitigation is not
provided, this project will likely have to be denied. You have these four options for satisfying those
requirements:
1. Payment of a fee established by the Environmental Management Commission into the North
Carolina Wetlands Restoration Fund (see attachment),
2. Purchase of credits from a private wetlands mitigation bank,
3. Preparing and implementing a wetlands restoration plan (see attachment), or
4. In limited instances, donation of land to the Wetlands Restoration Program or to other public
or private nonprofit conservation organizations as approved by the Department.
At this time, options 1 and 3 are the only viable options in North Carolina. If you are interested in
options 1 or 4, please contact the Wetlands Restoration Program at [phone]. ext. 358. Enclosed are
materials describing compensatory mitigation requirements for this program as well as the Wetland
Restoration Program. Reference also your correspondence of 4 June 1997, in which you proposed use of
the Mildred Woods mitigation bank to mitigate wetland impacts. Prior to issuance of any more 401
Certifications associated with Mildred Woods, we will need documentation that the site problems have been
remediated or that adequate restoration or creation area is available on unaffected portions of the property.
Please call me at 919-733-1786 to discuss these matters if necessary. Until a mitigation plan is provided, this
application is considered to be incomplete and our processing time will not start.
We recommend that you not impact any wetlands or waters on your project site until a 401 Water
Quality Certification has been issued from Raleigh, The Issuance of a Corps of Engineers 404 Permit
does not mean that your project can proceed. According to the Clean Water Act, the 404 Permit is not
valid until a 401 Certification is also issued. If DWQ staff observe impacts which are not allowable, you
will be required to remove the fill and restore the site to its original condition. I can be reached at 919-
733-1786 if you have any questions about the 401 Certification process.
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REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF
Regulatory Branch
Action ID No. 199400662
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
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Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
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Dear Mr. Vick:
This correspondence is in reference to my September 16, 1997, correspondence to you
regarding the Mildred Woods mitigation site associated with the U.S. Highway 64 project in
Edgecombe and Martin Counties, TIP Nos. and also serves to confirm
your discussions with Messrs. Ken Jolly and David Lekson of my staff at the interagency meeting
held in Raleigh on October 16, 1997.
It has been our policy for some time that compensatory mitigation work undertaken on
large sites, that have not been established as mitigation banks, be surveyed to identify the limits
of the mitigation work designated to offset impacts associated with a specific project. Although
my staff has previously requested that your staff provide a survey of the acreage utilized from the
Mildred Woods site for the above referenced project, we have not received the requested
information. By copy of this letter, you are formally requested to identify and survey the 217
acres of non-riverine wet hardwood and swamp forest at the Mildred Woods site utilized to
satisfy Condition (a) of your permit (Action ID 199400662) and to provide a copy of the survey
to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Raleigh and Washington Regulatory Field Offices, within
30 days of the date of this letter.
Additionally, the North Carolina Department of Transportation has utilized the Mildred
Woods site to compensate for impacts associated with the R-2112BA & BB segments of the
U.S. 64 project. Twenty-three (23) acres of non-riverine wetland restoration and fifteen (15)
acres of riverine preservation were used from this site. By copy of this letter, you are formally
requested to identify and survey the 23 acres of non-riverine wetland restoration and 15 acres of
preservation at the Mildred Woods site utilized to satisfy Condition (r) of your permit (Action
ID 199601404) and to provide a copy of the surveys to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
Raleigh and Washington Regulatory Field Offices, within 30 days of the date of this letter.
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As referenced in my correspondence of September 16, 1997, the Corps of Engineers will
not consider further use of the Mildred Woods mitigation site until success can be documented
on the site.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. If you have any questions, please contact
Mr. Michael Bell, Project Manager/NCDOT Coordinator, at the Washington Regulatory Field
Office, telephone [phone], extension 26, or Mr. Eric Alsmeyer, Project Manager/NCDOT
Coordinator, at the Raleigh Regulatory Field Office, telephone [phone], extension 23.
Sincerely,
Michael D. Smith, P.W.S.
Assistant Chief, Regulatory
Division
Copies Furnished:
Mr. John Hefner
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. William L. Cox, Chief
Wetlands Section - Region IV
Water Management Division
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
61 Forsyth Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Wetlands and Aquatic Plants
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF
Regulatory Branch
Action ID No. 199400662
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
September 16, 1997
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Division of Highways
Post Office Box 2520i
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
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Please reference the Department of the Army permit issued to the North Carolina
Department of Transportation (NCDOT) on March 2, 1995, for the US 64 relocation from
Tarboro to Everetts, TIP Nos. R-2111 and R-2112A, State Project Nos. 6.299001T and
6.099002T, Edgecombe and Martin Counties, North Carolina. Specifically, this correspondence
addresses the Mildred Woods mitigation site that was established to compensate for the adverse
impacts to jurisdictional wetlands that are associated with this project.
As previously stated in my November 15, 1995, correspondence to you, "the permitted
mitigation requirements for the R-2111 and R-2112A segments must be fulfilled before we will
consider releasing any more credits from the Mildred Woods site." Two hundred and seventeen
acres of this site have been utilized for R-2111 and R-2112A. Additionally, thirty eight acres has
been utilized for the R-2112B project, subsequent to our November 15, 1995, letter. We are now
aware of two additional projects (U-2218 and U-2720) where compensatory mitigation is
proposed from Mildred Woods.
During our August 21, 1997, interagency meeting in Raleigh, I stated that the Corps of
Engineers will not consider further use of Mildred Woods until success can be documented on
the site. Recent meetings regarding the manipulation of the Mildred Woods site hydrology and
review of the initial monitoring report serves to underscore our concerns regarding success of this
project. Additionally, Mildred Woods was not established as a mitigation bank, although you
seem to view it as such. Based upon our existing concerns and without the necessary banking
instrument and safeguards, we will no longer agree to the use of this site for mitigation for
additional permits until success has been clearly demonstrated for past permit projects.
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Thank you for your cooperation and understanding regarding this important issue. If you
have any questions, please contact Mr. Michael Bell, Project Manager/NCDOT Coordinator, at
the Washington Regulatory Field Office, telephone [phone], extension 26, or Mr. Eric
Alsmeyer, Project Manager/NCDOT Coordinator, at the Raleigh Regulatory Field Office,
telephone [phone], extension 23.
Sincerely,
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Michael D. Smith, P.W.S.
Chief, North Section ,
Regulatory Branch
Copies Furnished:
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
Mr. Lee Pelej
Wetlands Regulatory Section - Region IV
Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds Branch
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Atlanta Federal Center
100 Alabama Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Mr. John Dorney
Division of Environmental Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health, and
Natural Resources
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. John Hefner
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh North Carolina 27636-3726
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
GOVERNOR P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH. N.C. 27611-5201
30 September 1997
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
6512 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 105
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
ATTN: Mr. Michael Smith
Chief, Northern Section
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SUBJECT: UPDATE ON THE MILDRED WOODS MITIGATION SITE. ACTION
ID NO. 199400662.
Please find the enclosed report titled Effects Of Borrow Pit Water Elevations And
Ditch Improvements on the Mildred Woods Mitigation Site in Edgecombe County.
Based on the findings of this study, 23.5 acres of non-riverine wetland restoration will be
lost from the remaining 129 acres of non-riverine bottomland hardwood restoration
(BLH), leaving 105.5 acres available for mitigation purposes as shown in Table 1.
(Please disregard the figures given on page 2, paragraph 4 in the report Effects Of Borrow
Pit Water Elevations And DitchImprovementsWater Elevations And Ditch Improvements. They are based on an out-dated
accounting system and are inaccurate).
The NCDOT currently has two permit applications, NC 43 Bypass in Rocky
Mount in Edgecombe County (TIP No. U-2218 and Action ID No. 199500517) and Old
Farm Road Extension in Roanoke Rapids in Halifax County (TIP No. U-2720 and Action
ID No. 199500032), proposing to utilize the Mildred Woods Mitigation Site to mitigate
for wetland impacts. The review of these applications by the permitting agencies was
delayed until an assessment on the effects of the borrow pit water elevations and ditch
improvements was conducted.
The application for the NC 43 Bypass dated May 23, 1997, proposed 21.41 acres
of non-riverine bottomland hardwood restoration from the Mildred Woods Restoration
Site. This was in-basin mitigation for the 13.38 acres of wetland impacts associated with
this project and utilizing the 1.5:1 ratio for restoration.

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The modified application for Old Farm Road Extension dated May 23, 1997,
proposed 3 acres of bottomland hardwood restoration from the Mildred Woods
Mitigation Site and 9 acres of swamp hardwood preservation from the Company Swamp
Mitigation Bank. This was to mitigate for 2.965 acres of wetland impacts associated with
the project. However, since Mildred Woods is out-of-basin mitigation, the resource
agencies stated that a higher mitigation ratio would be required. Accordingly, the
NCDOT is modifying its proposal to 6 acres of riverine swamp hardwood restoration
(SPH) from the Mildred Woods Mitigation Site (Table 1) and 15 acres of riverine swamp
hardwood preservation from the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank (Table 2).
NCDOT believes the enclosed report will satisfy the resource agencies' concerns
regarding the hydrology of the Mildred Woods Mitigation Site thus allowing the permit
applications for U-2218 and U-2720 to be reviewed once again. If you have any
questions or need any additional information, please contact Mr. Michael Wood at (919)
733-7844 extension 306.
Sincerely,
H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning & Environmental Branch
cc: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer, COE, Raliegh Field Office
Mr. David Lekson, COE, Washington Field Office
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
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EFFECTS OF BORROW PIT
WATER SURFACE ELEVATIONS
AND DITCH IMPROVEMENTS
MILDRED WOODS MITIGATION SITE
EDGECOMBE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
The North Carolina Department of Transportation
Raleigh, North Carolina

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EFFECTS OF BORROW PIT WATER SURFACE ELEVATION
AND DITCH IMPROVEMENTS
MILDRED WOODS MITIGATION SITE

' The Mildred Woods Mitigation Site (the Site) comprises a 593-acre N.C. Department of
Transportation wetland mitigation site located in Edgecombe County. During the past three
years NCDOT has been actively restoring wetland communities pursuant to the Wetland and
' Conservation Management Plan. The Plan specifies that drainage ditches are to be backfilled
and fallow agriculture fields are to be scarified and planted with mast producing tree species.
' Above normal rainfall from July 1996 through April 1997 created saturated soil conditions
which precipitated the flooding of low-lying and depressional areas during storm events.
' Portions of the central and northern section of the Site and the property of Mr. Ruffin adjacent
to the northern boundary of the Site were inundated from February through April. In addition,
' the flooding caused safety and potential subsurface structural problems for portions of the
newly constructed US 64 which bisects the Site. Therefore, to reduce the effects of flooding
for both on-site and off-site properties temporary, corrective actions were implemented. The
' corrective actions included: 1) the re-excavating of a previously backfilled ditch located in the
northeast quadrant of Shiloh Road (the Ditch), and 2) the re-excavating of previously backfilled
ditches adjacent to the 52-acre borrow pit adjacent to US 64 (Figure 1). These actions
' relieved and have prevented any further flooding of the above-referenced areas.
' While the above modifications to the Site have prevented additional flooding, these
modifications may lead to the loss of wetland hydrology within approximately 50 acres (ac)
of land designated for wetland restoration. Therefore, the following permanent measures have
' been designed to provide proper drainage of adjacent properties north of the Site, maintain
structural integrity of the US 64 crossing, and to minimize loss of wetland restoration
' potential. The measures are as follows: 1) maintain the borrow pit water surface elevation
level at 43 feet (ft) above mean sea level (MSL), by placing a water control structure at the
borrow pit outfall; 2) intercept the ditch flow from the adjacent Ruffin property as it enters
' onto the site and divert the flow eastward via a 24 inch (in) pipe. The pipe will discharge into
an expanded rdadside ditch located along the west shoulder of Shiloh Road; and 3) backfill the
' sections of re-excavated ditch on the north side of US 64. This report presents estimates of
wetland hydrology lost, based on these proposed permanent measures.
' ESI conducted field reconnaissance of the Site on July 2, 28, 29, and 30, 1997, in order to
observe the borrow pit and the Ditch, to obtain detailed ground elevations in the vicinity of the
Ditch and Ruffin property, and to verify the general topography of the area. Water surface

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elevations observed during the reconnaissance were approximately 45 ft MSL upstream of the
54-in reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) culvert located under the newly constructed US 64, and
44 ft MSL downstream of the culvert. Ground elevations around the borrow pit ranged from
approximately 2 ft to 7 ft above the water surface and 2 ft to 3 ft above the water surface
along the Ditch upstream of the culvert.
DRAINMOD was used to simulate the hydrology near the borrow pit and the lands near the
Ditch and proposed culvert. DRAINMOD was used in order to be consistent with the original
analysis, and because the model considers climatological data and drainage rates over long
periods of time. Simulations for the borrow pit were conducted for ground elevations ranging
from 45.5 ft to 49 ft MSL with a water surface elevation of 43 ft MSL. Simulations for the
Ditch/culvert interface were conducted for ground elevations ranging from 45.5 ft to 49 ft
MSL and an invert depth of 45 ft to 46 ft MSL. The depths to the impermeable layer used in
the simulations ranged from 7 ft to 10.5 ft below the soil surface. Surface storage assumed
for the simulations was 5 centimeters, a value typical for prior converted farmland. Wetland
criteria used for the simulations includes presence of the water table within 1 ft of the ground
surface for 12.5% of the growing season. Areas which did not achieve wetland hydrology as
predicted by DRAINMOD (for a specific water elevation) were determined by comparing the
ground elevation contours with the radii of drainage influence surrounding the borrow pit and
the Ditch/culvert.
The DRAINMOD study predicts that wetland hydrology will be lost within a 15-ac area in
response to a borrow pit water surface level of 43 ft MSL (Figure 1). Based on DRAINMOD,
wetland hydrology will also be lost from an 8.5 ac area in the vicinity of the Ditch/pipe that
drains the Ruffin property (Figure 2). In total, approximately 23.5 ac within the Site are no
longer predicted to support wetland hydrology as a result of permanent site modifications.
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ac of wetland restoration which yielded 114 acre-credits available at the Mildred Woods
Mitigation Site. Based on the designed modification, available wetland restoration would be
reduced to 158.5 ac which would reduce the available acre-credits to 99.

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***EACH ITEM MUST BE ANSWERED (USE N/A FOR NOT APPLICABLE) ***
PERMIT YR:
APPLICANT NAME:
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COUNTY: HALIFAX
PERMIT TYPE: GP31
DOT #: U-2720
DATE FRM CDA: 04/01/97
97 PERMIT NO: 0000288
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MITIGATION?: Y/N MITIGATION TYPE:
MITIGATION SIZE: DID YOU REQUEST MORE INFO?: Y/N
IS WETLAND RATING SHEET ATTACHED?: Y/N
HAVE PROJECT CHANGES/CONDITIONS BEEN DISCUSSED WITH APPLICANT?: Y/N
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
)AMEs B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
Gkm iN pit P.O. BOX 25201. RALEIGH. N.C. 27611-5201
May 23, 1997
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
6505 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
ATTN: Mr. Michael Smith
Chief, Northern Section
Dear Sir;
GARLAND B. GARRETT JR.
SEcr,E-r,\RY
SUBJECT: PERMIT APPLICATION MODIFICATION FOR OLD FARM ROAD
EXTENSION, HALIFAX COUNTY, TIP U-2720.
As you are aware, NCDOT has submitted an application, dated March 21, 1997,
for a General Permit to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location to
serve as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC 125 and US 155. In that
application, NCDOT proposed to mitigate for 2.965 acres of wetland impact by debiting
30 acres from the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank. This offer was deemed not
satisfactory by both the ACOE and the DWQ. Specifically, the ACOE requested
restoration closer to the impact site and DWQ stated their rules mandate a minimum'of
1:1 restoration.
The NCDOT does not have any restoration sites in the Roanoke River basin aside
from the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank. The NCDOT is currently conducting a
search for potential mitigation sites in the Roanoke River basin. At this point, the search
has been narrowed to those sites which show the best mitigation potential and NCDOT is
attempting to determine the willingness of owners to sell their properties. Since no
properties have been purchased nor any preliminary mitigation plans developed, NCDOT
has no option but to offer restoration from a mitigation site in a different river basin in
order to meet a July letting date.
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Therefore, the NCDOT proposes tq offer 3 acres of bottomland hardwood
restoration from the Mildred Woods Mitigation Site located in the Tar-Pamlico River
basin. Additionally, NCDOT proposes to debit 9 acres from The Company Swamp
Mitigation Bank. This will result in 3 acres of restoration at a 1:1 ratio and 9 acres of
preservation at a 3:1 ratio. This should satisfy the request of the ACOE as well as the
1:1 restoration requirement of the DWQ.
The ACOE stated they would require a full accounting of the acreage available at
the Mildred Woods and Huskanaw Swamp Mitigation Sites before they would accept any
further projects proposing these sites for mitigation. The attached spreadsheet depicts the
original acreage, the projects which have utilized and those proposing to utilize the sites
for mitigation, and the remaining acreage.
Also attached are revised drawings which more cleariv show the area of wetland
that will be considered impacted due to an adjacent ditch. This area was described in the
original application on page 2, paragraph 5. If you have any questions or need any
additional information, please contact Mr. Michael Wood at [phone]
extension 306.
Sincerely,
H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning & Environmental Branch
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cc: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer, COE, NCDOT Coordinator
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
Mr. John Hefner, USFWS
Mr. Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. N. L. Graf, P.E., FHWA
Mr. Tom Shearin, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Kelly Barger, P.E., Program Development
Mr. Don Morton, P.E., Highway Design Services
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. William J. Rogers, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. D. R. Dupree, Division 4 Engineer

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* INCLUDES AREAS DISTURBED TO THE CLEARING LIMITS (METHOD III) AND
ADDITIONAL AREAS NOTED AS IMPACTED ON PLANS.

NC DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
HALIFAX COUNTY
9.8043045 (U2720)
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JMOES B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWA)'S GARIAND B. GARRETf jR.
GOVI'RN(1R P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH. N.C. 27611-5201 SECRETARY
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U. S. Army Corps of Engineers ?
Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road. Suite 120
Raleityh. North Carolina 27615
ATTN: Mr. Michael Smith
Chief, Northern Section
Dear Sir;
SUBJECT: PERMIT APPLICATION MODIFICATION FOR OLD FARM ROAD
EXTENSION, HALIFAX COUNTY, TIP U-2720.
As you are aware, NCDOT has submitted an application, dated March 21, 1997,
for a General Permit to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location to
serve as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC 125 and US 158. In that
application, NCDOT proposed to mitigate for 2.965 acres of wetland impact by debiting
30 acres from the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank. This offer was deemed not
satisfactory by both the ACOE and the DWQ. Specifically, the ACOE requested
restoration closer to the impact site and DWQ stated their rules mandate a minimum'of
1:1 restoration.
The NCDOT does not have any restoration sites in the Roanoke River basin aside
from the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank. The NCDOT is currently conducting a
search for potential mitigation sites in the Roanoke River basin. At this point, the search
has been narrowed to those sites which show the best mitigation potential and NCDOT is
attempting to determine the willingness of owners to sell their properties. Since no
properties have been purchased nor any preliminary mitigation plans developed, NCDOT
has no option but to offer restoration from a mitigation site in a different river basin in
order to meet a July letting date.
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TherctOre, the NCDOT proposes to offer 3 acres ofbottomland hardwood
restoration troln the `lildred Woods Mitigation Site located in the Tar-Pamlico River
basin. Additionally, NCDOT proposes to debit 9 acres from The Company Swamp
Mitiuation Bank. This will result in 3 acres of restoration at a 1:1 ratio and 9 acres of
preservation at a 3:1 ratio. This should satisfy the request of the ACOE as well as the
1:1 restoration requirement of the DWQ.
The ACOE stated they would require a full accounting of the acreage available at
the Mildred Woods and Huskanaw Swamp Mitigation Sites before they would accept any
further projects proposing these sites for mitigation. The attached spreadsheet depicts the
original acreage, the projects which have utilized and those proposing to utilize the sites
for mitigation, and the remaining acreage.
Also attached are revised drawings which more clearly show the area of wetland
that will be considered impacted due to an adjacent ditch. This area was described in the
original application on page ?, paragraph 5. If you have any questions or need any
additional information, please contact Mr. Michael Wood at [phone]
extension 306.
Sincerely,
H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning & Environmental Branch
HFV/plr
cc: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer, COE, NCDOT Coordinator
Mr. John Dorney, NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox, NCWRC
Mr. John Hefner, USFWS
Mr. Ron Sechler, NMFS
Mr. N. L. Graf, P.E., FHWA
Mr. Tom Shearin, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Kelly Barger, P.E., Program Development
Mr. Don Morton, P.E., Highway Design Services
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. William J. Rogers, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. D. R. Dupree, Division 4 Engineer
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DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
HALIFAX COUNTY
9.8043045 (U2720)
OLD FARM ROAD EXTENSION FROM
N(."",125 TO SOUTH OF NC 158
SCALE- AS SHOWN
SHE-El 02 OF 3

SUMMARY ?OF SITE LOCATIONS
SITE PROJECT STATION
(1 11+40 -L- TO 13+08 -L-
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3Q 20+64 -L- TO 20+94 -L-
TOTALS
FILL (h.a.) CUT (h.a.) *TOTAL IMPACTED AREA (h.a.)
0.339 0.015 0.472
0.465 0.010 0.664
0.055 0.025 0.064
0.859 0.053 1.200
* INCLUDES AREAS DISTURBED TO THE CLEARING LIMITS (METHOD III) AND
ADDITIONAL AREAS NOTED AS IMPACTED ON PLANS.

NC DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
HALIFAX COUNTY
9.8043045 (U2720)
OLD FARM ROAD EXTENSION FROM
NC 125 TO SOUTH OF NC 158
SCAL_ , AS SH0WN
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Mr. H. Franklin Vick
N. C. Dept. of Transportation
Planning and Environmental Branch
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
WQC #970288
Halifax County
Dear Mr. Vick:
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April 10, 1997
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The Division of Water Quality has reviewed your plans for the discharge of fill material
into 2.96 acres of waters and/or wetlands located at the proposed Old Farm Road Extension in
Halifax County. Based on this review, we have identified significant uses which would be
removed by this project. These uses include water storage, pollutant removal and wildlife
habitat. Furthermore, insufficient evidence is present in our files to conclude that your project
must be built as planned in waters and/or wetlands in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0506.
Therefore, we are moving toward denial of your 401 Certification as required by 15A NCAC
2H.0507(e). Until we receive additional information, we are requesting (by copy of this letter)
that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and/or the N.C. Division of Coastal Management place
your project on administrative hold.
Please provide us with information supporting your position that your project must be
constructed as planned and that you have no practicable alternative to placing fill in these waters
and/or wetlands. Specifically can you bridge the wetlands to avoid fill? Any documentation
such as maps and narrative that you can supply to address alternative designs for your project
may be helpful in our review of your 401 Certification. Also this project will require
compensatory mitigation as described in 15A NCAC 2H.0506(h). Your mitigation proposal is
insufficient because no restoration plan to replace lost functions and values is included.
According to our rules (15A NCAC .0506(h)), 2:1 ratio of restoration will be needed for this
project. Please respond within two weeks of the date of this letter by sending a copy of this
information to me and one copy to Mr. Danny Smith at the Raleigh Regional Office at 2800
Barrett Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609. If we do not hear from you in two weeks, we will assume
that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. I
can be reached at 919-733-1786 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
John R. Dorney
Water Quality Certification Program
cc: Mr. Danny Smith, Raleigh DWQ Regional Office
Wilmington Office Corps of Engineers
Central Files
970288.nty
Division of Water Quality • Environmental Sciences Branch
4401 Reedy Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC 27626-0535 • Telephone [phone] • FAX [phone]
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DATE:
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
***EACH ITEM MUST BE ANSWERED (USE N/A FOR NOT APPLICABLE) *'' *
PERMIT YR: 97 PERMIT NO: 0000288 COUNTY: HALIFAX
APPLICANT NAME: NC DOT-OLD FARM ROAD EXT.
PROJECT TYPE: ROAD CONSTRUCTION PERMIT TYPE: GP 31
COE #: DOT #: U- 720
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IS WETLAND RATING SHEET ATTACHED?: YC,
HAVE PROJECT CHANGES/CONDITIONS BEEN DISCUSSED WITH APPLICANT?: Y.
RECOMMENDATION (Circle One): ISSUE ISSUE/COND DENY

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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF April 3, 1997
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199500032 and General Permit No. 198200031
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Parker:
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The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of
Highways(NCDOT), has applied for a Department of the Army permit
to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location
which will serve as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC
125 and US 158(Halifax County, Old Farm Road Extension from NC
125 to South of US 158 in Roanoke Rapids, State Project No.
9.8043045, TIPU-2720). A copy of this application with plans is
enclosed.
On January 1, 1992, we renewed general permit No.
198200031(copy enclosed), which can provide Federal
authorization, pursuant to both Section 10 of the River and
Harbor Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, to
place fill material associated with the construction, repair or
replacement of bridges spanning navigable waters and waters of
the United States, including cofferdams, abutment, foundation
seals, piers, temporary construction and access fills, approach
fills, detour fills and box culvert installation, in the State of
North Carolina, as a part of work conducted by or in full
compliance with the standards and specifications of the North
Carolina Department of Transportation.
Pursuant to this general authorization, your comments and/or
recommendations would be appreciated on or before May 5, 1997.

Questions or comments may be addressed to me at, telephone
[phone], Ext. 23
Sincerely,
Eric C. Alsmeyer
Regulatory Project Manager
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without enclosures):
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890 50"
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890 ro„?.M
REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF April 3, 1997 Regulatory Branch

Action ID. 199500032 and General Permit No. 198200031
Mr. John Hefner
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Dear Mr. Hefner:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of
Highways(NCDOT), has applied for a Department of the Army permit
to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location
which will serve as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC
125 and US 158(Halifax County, Old Farm Road Extension from NC
125 to South of US 158 in Roanoke Rapids, State Project No.
9.8043045, TIPU-2720). A copy of this application with plans is
enclosed.
On January 1, 1992, we renewed general permit No.
198200031(copy enclosed), which can provide Federal
authorization, pursuant to both Section 10 of the River and
Harbor Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, to
place fill material associated with the construction, repair or
replacement of bridges spanning navigable waters and waters of
the United States, including cofferdams, abutment, foundation
seals, piers, temporary construction and access fills, approach
fills, detour fills and box culvert installation, in the State of
North Carolina, as a part of work conducted by or in full
compliance with the standards and specifications of the North
Carolina Department of Transportation.
Pursuant to this general authorization, your comments and/or
recommendations would be appreciated on or before May 5, 1997.
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Questions or comments may be addressed to me at, telephone
[phone], Ext. 23
Sincerely,
Eric C. Alsmeyer
Regulatory Project Manager
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without enclosures):
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and,
Natural Resources V//
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890 ((a.*)
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890 REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF April 3, 1997 W-P
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199500032 and General Permit No. 198200031
Mr. Thomas Welborn, Chief
Wetlands Protection Section - Region IV
Water Management Division
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Atlanta Federal Center
100 Alabama Street, SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Dear Mr. Welborn:
The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of
Highways(NCDOT), has applied for a Department of the Army permit
to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location
which will serve as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC
125 and US 158(Halifax County, Old Farm Road Extension from NC
125 to South of US 158 in Roanoke Rapids, State Project No.
9.8043045, TIPU-2720). A copy of this application with plans is
enclosed.
On January 1, 1992, we renewed general permit No.
198200031(copy enclosed), which can provide Federal
authorization, pursuant to both Section 10 of the River and
Harbor Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, to
place fill material associated with the construction, repair or
replacement of bridges spanning navigable waters and waters of
the United States, including cofferdams, abutment, foundation
seals, piers, temporary construction and access fills, approach
fills, detour fills and box culvert installation, in the State of
North Carolina, as a part of work conducted by or in full
compliance with the standards and specifications of the North
Carolina Department of Transportation.
Pursuant to this general authorization, your comments and/or
recommendations would be appreciated on or before May 5, 1997.

Questions or comments may be addressed to me at, telephone
[phone], Ext. 23
sincerely,
Eric C. Alsmeyer
Regulatory Project Manager
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without enclosures):
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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Questions or comments may be addressed tn mP at
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF
Regulatory Branch
April 3, 1997
Action ID. 199500032 and General Permit No. 198200031
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries
Service, NOAA
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Dear Mr. Hardy:
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The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of
Highways(NCDOT), has applied for a Department of the Army permit
to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location
which will serve as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC
125 and US 158(Halifax County, Old Farm Road Extension from NC
125 to South of US 158 in Roanoke Rapids, State Project No.
9.8043045, TIPU-2720). A copy of this application with plans is
enclosed.
On January 1, 1992, we renewed general permit No.
198200031(copy enclosed), which can provide Federal
authorization, pursuant to both Section 10 of the River and
Harbor Act of 1899 and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, to
place fill material associated with the construction, repair or
replacement of bridges spanning navigable waters and waters of
the United States, including cofferdams, abutment, foundation
seals, piers, temporary construction and access fills, approach
fills, detour fills and box culvert installation, in the State of
North Carolina, as a part of work conducted by or in full
compliance with the standards and specifications of the North
Carolina Department of Transportation.
Pursuant to this general authorization, your comments and/or
recommendations would be appreciated on or before May 5, 1997.
Questions or comments may be addressed to me at, telephone
[phone], Ext. 23
Sincerely,
Eric C. Alsmeyer
Regulatory Project Manager
Enclosure
Copies Furnished (without enclosures):
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning Environmental Branch
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
John Dorney
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCI CES BRANCH
PRINT NAMES:
Reviewer:
WQ SUPV.:
DATE:
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
*EACH ITEM MUST BE ANSWERED (USE N/A FOR NOT APPLICABLE) **
PERMIT YR: 97 PERMIT NO: 0000288 COUNTY: HALIFAX
APPLICANT NAME: NC DOT-OLD FARM ROAD EXT.
PROJECT-TYPE: ROAD CONSTRUCTION PERMIT TYPE: GP 31
COE #: DOT #: U- 720
RCD_FROM _CDA: DOT DATE FRM CDA: 04/01/97
REG OFFICE: RRO
ZIVER_AND_SUB_BASIN_#: 030208 STR_INDEX _NO: 23-29
STREAM CLASS: C
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WL IMPACT? IN WL TYPE:
WL_REQUESTED WL_ACR_EST?:( N
WL_SCOREM : !mil F( «/ ',?`?- WATER IMPACTED BY FILL?: Y/N
MITIGATION?: N MITIGATION-TYPE:
MITIGATION-SIZE: DID YOU REQUEST MORE INFO?: YIK,
IS WETLAND RATING SHEET ATTACHED?: Y{?,
HAVE PROJECT CHANGES/CONDITIONS BEEN DISCUSSED WITH APPLICANT?: Y4f,/
RECOMMENDATION (Circle One): ISSUE ISSUE/COND DENY
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HON I' JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS GARLAND B. GARKFI F JR.
GOVI RNOR IV. BOX 25201. RALEIGI I. N.C. 27611-5201 SecRervty
March 21. 1997
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
6512 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 105
Raleigh. North Carolina 27615
\T"I'N: Mr. Michael Smith
Chief. Northern Section
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SUBJECT: Halifax County. Old Farm Road Extension from NC 125 to South of US
158 in Roanoke Rapids. State Pro.ect No. 9.8043045. TIP U-2720
Please find enclosed the application packet for the subject project. NCDOT
proposes to construct a five-lane curb and gutter facility on new location which will serve
as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC 125 and US 158. The proposed
roadway will extend from NC 125 to approximately 400 meters south of US 158 where it
will tie in with the existing segment of the Old Farm Road Extension previously
constructed by the city.
The project includes a five-lane. 48.8 meters (160 feet) long bridge over
Chockoyotte Creek and a 1650 cm corrugated metal pipe to reroute water of an unnamed
tributary to Chockoyotte Creek. Existing NC 125 will be realigned to perpendicularly
intersect the proposed roadway in a 'T' configuration. These proposed activities.
described in the attached drawings. will impact 2.965 acres of jurisdictional waters of the
united States.
One of the major issues for which resource agencies requested further explanation
regarded the purpose and need statement for this project. rraftic models for the subject
area indicate the level of service (LOS) for all roads will increase with the completion of
the project except 101- the stretch ofUS 158 from existing Old I arm Road to SR 1629
which is expected to decrease. The concern of the auencies ),gas this stretch of I IS I ?S
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already had an accident rate of 1046.83 accidents per 100 million vehicle miles
(AM 100 MVM) which is three times the average accident rate of the state and
decreasing the LOS would further compound the problem.
When asked about this concern. Statewide Planning replied that the project was
identified in the Roanoke Rapids Thouroughfare Plan because it is expected to improve
access to Roanoke Rapids from 1-95 and to provide more efficient flow of traffic around
town. The proposed project will operate in conjunction with the new interchange on 1-95
at NC 125 to reduce congestion at the 1-95/US 158 interchange by providing a second
interstate access point to Roanoke Rapids.
The increase in efficiency of traffic flow around town will mainly be the result of
alleviating traffic on Tenth Street. Currently, Tenth Street is highly congested because it
is the most direct link between 1-95, the development along US 158 (commercial and
retail) and the development along NC 48 in the northwestern part of town (central
business district and residential development). As is evident in Figure 1, the proposed
project provides an alternative to Tenth Street by encouraging traffic to use Old Farm
Road as a parallel "loop" facility.
Traffic models indicate this parallel loop facility will reduce the amount of traffic
using the intersections at Tenth Street/SR 1629 and at US 158/Smith Church Road, both
high-accident locations. Furthermore, the accidents occurring at the intersection of US
158/Smith Church Road are part of the accident total for that stretch of US 158 that has
the agencies concerned.
Therefore, while NCDOT recognizes that the project will decrease the LOS on a
portion of US 158, we believe the overall impact of this project will be beneficial to the
public and businesses of the town of Roanoke Rapids.
Three wetlands will be impacted by this project. The first wetland. sheet 2 of the
permit drawings. is a bottomland hardwood forest associated with the unnamed tributary
to Chockoyette Creek. The dominant vegetation is tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera).
giant cane (Arundinaria aiuantea), and briers (Smilax soo.) Please note that the portion of
this wetland which is located along the `A' cross section to the west of the cut in the
wetlands with the words 'PROP. R/W' on sheet 2 is considered permanently impacted
and is figured into the total impact even though it will not be filled.
The second wetland is bottomland hardwood forest associated with Chockoyette
Creek. The dominant vegetation is privet (Ligustrum sinense), Japanese honeysuckle
(Lonicera japonic:a). tulip poplar, and briers. The third wetland is contiguous to the
second but functions more like a depressional/seep wetland. The dominant vegetation is
cinnamon fern (Osmunda cinnamomea). jewelweed (Impatiens ca ensis). and tulip
poplar. The wetland types. quality analysis and impact are summarized in Table 1.
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I PFO I E 82 1.17
2 PFO 1 E 64 1.64
3 PFO 1 E 68 0.16
PFO I E: Palustrine Forested Broad-leafed Deciduous Seasonally Flooded/Saturated
The State Environmental Assessment (EA), approved 8 July 1994, originally
identified 4.3 acres of wetland impacts based on a wetland determination. Subsequently,
an onsite delineation was completed by NCDOT biologists which resulted in 2.965 acres
of wetland impact. Moving the alignment east would require relocating an underground
gas utility, a very expensive endeavor. Any shift to the west would not significantly
reduce wetland impacts. Extension of the bridge over Chockoyotte Creek to avoid
wetlands would incur an additional cost of at least $1.5 million, which, in the opinion of
NCDOT, is not a justifiable alternative.
Sheet 3 of the permit drawings show 25 m (82 feet) of channel realignment of a
small. creek which feeds Chockoyette Creek which is necessary to avoid scouring of the
interior bent of the bridge. It is impracticable to move the bents since shortening of the
bridge would result in them being placed in Chockoyette Creek while lengthening would
exceed the span length resulting in considerable increased costs. This impact is included in
the total of wetland site 2.
The NCDOT next conducted a search for onsite mitigation to compensate for the
2.965 acres of wetland losses. The only area identified for possible mitigation was the
section of existing NC 125 that is located adjacent to wetland site 1 and is slated for
removal. The expectation was it could be graded down to the same level as the adjacent
wetlands. However, further investigation indicated that this stretch of the road appears to
have been placed mostly on upland and would result in such a small amount of wetland
mitigation that it was not practicable.
Therefore, the NCDOT proposes to debit the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank
for the wetland impacts associated with this project. The NCDOT believes this is an
appropriate action since these wetlands fit the mitigation criteria defined in the Firu7l
Rel)orl on the North ('arolina Department of 1 ransporlation ('onipcrrry Srvamp Nliligcrtion
Rank, Bet-fie ('ouniv, North ('arolina:
• the wetland impacts due to the project are unavoidable
• no onsite mitigation alternatives are available
• the impacted wetlands fall into the bottomland hardwood category which is broadly
defined as palustrine, forested, broad-/needle-leafed deciduous/needle-leafed evergreen,
semipermanently-, seasonally-, or temporarily-flooded wetlands
• will not serve as mitigation for habitat loss of any Federally-listed endangered species
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Additionally, both the project and the bank are located within the Roanoke River Basin.
Since the project impact is less than five acres, no Habitat Evaluation Procedures
0-IEP) will be employed in calculating mitigation ratios. Instead, the NCDOT proposes
to debit at a 10:1 ratio. Consequently. 30 acres of wetland from the Company Swamp
Mitiuation Site is offered as compensation for the unavoidable wetland impacts
associated with the proposed project.
It is anticipated that these activities e p mitted under the Department of the
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Army General Permit, Action ID No. 1 00.) B copy of this information, the
NCDOT requests the N.C. Division of titer ty review this proposal for
authorization by 401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any questions or need any
additional information. please contact Mr. Michael Wood at [phone] extension
306.
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H. Franklin Vick, P.E.. Manager
Planning & Environmental Branch
cc: Mr. Eric Alsmever. COE. NCDOT Coordinator
Mr. John Dorney. NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox. NCWRC
Mr. John Hefner, USFWS
Mr. Ron Sechler. NNIFS
Mr. N. L. Graf, P.E.. FHWA
Mr. Tom Shearin. P.E.. Roadway Design
Mr. Kelly Barger. P.E.. Program Development
Mr. Don Morton. P.E.. Highway Design Services
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. William J. Rogers, P.E.. Structure Design
Mr. D. R. Dupree. Division 4 Engineer

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STATE OF NORTIq CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS GARLAND B. GARREFI JR.
60\11 RNOR P.O. BOX 25201. RALEKA I. N.C. 27011-5201 JFCRIf IARY
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
6512 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 105
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
March 21, 1997
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A'i-TN: Mr. Michael Smith
Chief. Northern Section
Dear Sir:

SUBJECT: Halifax County. Old Farm Road Extension from NC 125 to South of US
153 in Roanoke Rapids. State Project No. 9.8043045. TIP U-2720
Please find enclosed the application packet for the subject project. NCDOT
proposes to construct a tive-lane curb and `utter facility on new location which \vill serve
as the relocation of NC 125 between existing NC 125 and US 158. The proposed
roadway will extend from NC 125 to approximately 400 meters south of US 158 where it
will tie in with the existing segment of the Old Farm Road Extension previously
constructed by the city.
The project includes a five-lane. 48.8 meters (160 feet) long bridge over
Chockoyotte Creek and a 1650 cm corrugated metal pipe to reroute water of an unnamed
tributary to Chockoyotte Creek. Existing NC 125 will be realigned to perpendicularly
intersect the proposed roadway in a `T' configuration. These proposed activities.
described in the attached drawings, will impact 2.965 acres of jurisdictional waters of the
United States.
One of the major issues for which resource agencies requested further explanation
rcuarded the purpose and need statement for this project. Traffic models for the subject
area indicate the level of service (LOS) for all roads will increase with the completion Of
the project except for the stretch of US 158 from existing Old Farm Road to SR 1629
which is expected to decrease. The concern of the agencies was tills stretch of t!S 158
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already had an accident rate of 1046.83 acctdetlt' per 100 million vehicle miles
(:ACC'/l00 MVM) which is three times the average accident rate of the state and
decreasing the LOS would further compound the problem.
When asked about this concern, Statewide Planning replied that the project was
identified in the Roanoke Rapids Thouroughfare Plan because it is expected to improve
access to Roanoke Rapids from I-95 and to provide more efficient flow of traffic around
town. The proposed project will operate in conjunction with the new interchange on 1-95
at NC 125 to reduce congestion at the I-95/US 158 interchange by providing a second
interstate access point to Roanoke Rapids.
The increase in efficiency of traffic flow around town will mainly be the result of
alleviating traffic on Tenth Street. Currently, Tenth Street is highly congested because it
is the most direct link between I-95, the development along US 1-58 (commercial and
retail) and the development along NC 48 in the northwestern part of town (central
business district and residential development). As is evident in Figure 1, the proposed
project provides an alternative to Tenth Street by,encouraging traffic to use Old Farm
Road as a parallel "loop" facility.
Traffic models indicate this parallel loop facility will reduce the amount of traffic
using the intersections at Tenth Street/SR 1629 and at US 158/Smith Church Road, both
hi<oh=accident locations. Furthermore, the accidents occurring at the intersection of US
158/Smith Church Road are part of the accident total for that stretch of US 158 that has
the agencies concerned.
Therefore, while NCDOT recognizes that the project will decrease the LOS on a
portion of US 158, we believe the overall impact of this project will be beneficial to the
public and businesses of the town of Roanoke Rapids.
Three wetlands will be impacted by this project. The first wetland, sheet 2 of the
permit drawings, is a bottomland hardwood forest associated with the unnamed tributary
to Chockoyette Creek. The dominant vegetation is tulip poplar (Liriodendron tul' i fzra),
giant cane (Arundinaria aigantea), and briers (Smilax spp.) Please note that the portion of
this wetland which is located along the 'A' cross section to the west of the cut in the
wetlands with the words 'PROP. R/W' on sheet 2 is considered permanently impacted
and is figured into the total impact even though it will not be filled.
The second wetland is bottomland hardwood forest associated with Chockovette
Creek. The dominant vegetation is privet (Li,gustrunl sinense), Japanese honeysuckle
(Lonicera japonica), tulip poplar, and briers. The third wetland is contiguous to the
second but functions more like a depressional/seep wetland. The dominant vegetation is
cinnamon fern (Osmunda cinnamonlea), jewelweed (Impatiens capensis). and tulip
poplar. The wetland types, quality analysis and impact are summarized in "Cable 1.
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The State Environmental Assessment (EA), approved 8 July 1994, originally
identified 4.3 acres of wetland impacts based on a wetland determination. Subsequently,
an onsite delineation was completed by NCDOT biologists which resulted in 2.965 acres
of wetland impact. Moving the alignment east would require relocating an underground
gas utility, a very expensive endeavor. Any shift to the west would not significantly
reduce wetland impacts. Extension of the bridge over Chockoyotte Creek to avoid
wetlands would incur an additional cost of at least $1.5 million, which, in the opinion of
NCDOT, is not a justifiable alternative.
Sheet 3 of the permit drawings show 25 m (82 feet) of channel realignment of a
small creek which feeds Chockoyette Creek which is necessary to avoid scouring of the
interior bent of the bridge. It is impracticable to move the bents since shortening of the
bridge would result in them being placed in Chockoyette Creek while lengthening would
exceed the span length resulting in considerable increased costs. This impact is included in
the total of wetland site 2.
The NCDOT next conducted a search for onsite mitigation to compensate for the
2.965 acres of wetland losses. The only area identified for possible mitigation was the
section of existing NC 125 that is located adjacent to wetland site 1 and is slated for
removal. The expectation was it could be graded down to the same level as the adjacent
wetlands. However, further investigation indicated that this stretch of the road appears to
have been placed mostly on upland and would result in such a small amount of wetland
mitigation that it was not practicable.
Therefore, the NCDOT proposes to debit the Company Swamp Mitigation Bank
for the wetland impacts associated with this project. The NCDOT believes this is an
appropriate action since these wetlands fit the mitigation criteria defined in the Fin(rl
1?e1)or1 on the North ('arolina Department of Dwn.vporlalion ('ompany Svramp Mitigalion
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• the wetland impacts due to the project are unavoidable
• no onsite mitigation alternatives are available
• the impacted wetlands fall into the bottomland hardwood category which is broadly
defined as palustrine, forested, broad-/needle-leafed deciduous/needle-leafed evergreen,
semi permanently-, seasonally-, or temporarily-flooded wetlands
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Since the project impact is less than five acres, no Habitat Evaluation Procedures
(HEP) will be employed in calculating mitigation ratios. Instead, the NCDOT proposes
to debit at a 10:1 ratio. Consequently. 30 acres of wetland from the Company Swamp
Mitigation Site is offered as compensation for the unavoidable wetland impacts
associated with the proposed project.
It is anticipated that these activities will be permitted under the Department of the
Army General Permit, Action ID No. 198200031. By copy of this information, the
NCDOT requests the N.C. Division of Water Quality review this proposal for
authorization by 401 Water Quality Certification. If you have any questions or need any
additional information, please contact Mr. Michael Wood at [phone] extension
306.
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H. Franklin Vick. P.E., Manager
Planning & Environmental Branch
cc: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer. COE. NCDOT Coordinator
Mr. John Dorney. NCDWQ
Mr. David Cox. NCWRC
Mr. John Hefner, USFWS
Mr. Ron Sechler. NMFS
Mr. N. L. Graf. P.E.. FHWA
Mr. Tom Shearin. P.E.. Roadway Design
Mr. Kelly Barger. P.E.. Program Development
Mr. Don Morton. P.E., Highway Design Services
Mr. A. L. Hankins. P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. William J. Rogers, P.E., Structure Design
Mr. D. R. Dupree. Division 4 Engineer
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, A&*R?FA
Health and Natural Resources / • •
Division of Water Quallty
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary ED E N
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
April 10, 1997
Mr. H. Franklin Vick
N. C. Dept. of Transportation
Planning and Environmental Branch
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, NC 27611-5201
WQC #970288
Halifax County
Dear Mr. Vick:
The Division of Water Quality has reviewed your plans for the discharge of fill material
into 2.96 acres of waters and/or wetlands located at the proposed Old Farm Road Extension in
Halifax County. Based on this review, we have identified significant uses which would be
removed by this project. These uses include water storage, pollutant removal and wildlife
habitat. Furthermore, insufficient evidence is present in our files to conclude that your project
must be built as planned in waters and/or wetlands in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0506.
Therefore, we are moving toward denial of your 401 Certification as required by 15A NCAC
2H.0507(e). Until we receive additional information, we are requesting (by copy of this letter)
that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and/or the N.C. Division of Coastal Management place
your project on administrative hold.
Please provide us with information supporting your position that your project must be
constructed as planned and that you have no practicable alternative to placing fill in these waters
and/or wetlands. Specifically can you bridge the wetlands to avoid fill? Any documentation
such as maps and narrative that you can supply to address alternative designs for your project
may be helpful in our review of your 401 Certification. Also this project will require
compensatory mitigation as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506(h). Your mitigation proposal is
insufficient because no restoration plan to replace lost functions and values is included.
According to our rules (15A NCAC .0506(h)), 2:1 ratio of restoration will be needed for this
project. Please respond within two weeks of the date of this letter by sending a copy of this
information to me and one copy to Mr. Danny Smith at the Raleigh Regional Office at 2800
Barrett Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609. If we do not hear from you in two weeks, we will assume
that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. I
can be reached at 919-733-1786 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
ite D m e
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cc: Mr. Danny Smith, Raleigh DWQ Regional Office
Wilmington Office Corps of Engineers
Central Files
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Division of Water Quality • Environmental Sciences Branch
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT. JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS SAM HUNT
GOVERNOR P.O. [SOX 25201. RALEIGH. N.C. 27611-5201 SECRETARY
June 4, 1993
MEMORANDUM TO: Wilson Stroud, Unit Head
Project Planning Unit
FROM: Janet L. Shipley, Environmental Biologist
Environmental Unit
SUBJECT: Natural Resource Technical Report for
Relocation of NC 125, Halifax County; TIP No.
U-2720, State Project No. 9.8043045.
ATTENTION: Missy Dickens, Project Planning Engineer
The following Natural Resources Technical Report and
Executive Summary have been prepared following a field survey
conducted by Environmental Unit Staff on September 9, 1992,
and January 15, 1993. If I may be of additional assistance,
please call.
cc: V. Charles Bruton, Ph.D
M. Randall Turner
Dennis Pipkin, P.E

Relocation of NC 125,
from NC 125 to US 158
Halifax County
TIP No. U-2720
State Project NO. 9.8043045
NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICAL REPORT
U-2720
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL BRANCH
ENVIRONMENTAL UNIT
JANET L. SHIPLEY
June 1993
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Introduction ..........................................1
1.1 Project Description ............................... 1
1.2 Purpose ........................................... 1
1.3 Study Area ........................................ 1
1.4 Methodology ....................................... 1
2.0 Biotic Resources ..................................... 2
2.1. Biotic Communities .............................. 2
2.2 Biotic Community Impacts ............. 4
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3.0 Physical Resources ................................... 5
3.1 Soils and Topography ............................. 5
3.2 Water Resources .................................. 6
3.2.1 Water Resource Impacts ..................... 7
4.0 Special Topics ........................................ 7
4.1 Jurisidictional Waters of the United States ...... 7
4.1.1 Summary of Impacts ......................... 7
4.1.2 Permits .................................... 8
4.1.3 Mitigation ................. 8
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4.2 Rare and Protected Species ............ 8
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4.2.2 Federally Protected Species ................. 9
4.2.3 Federal Candidate Species ..................1 0
4.2.4 State Protected Species ....................1 0
5.0 References .......................
1 2
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Appendix A - Natural Resource Agency Comments
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The following Natural Resources Technical report is
prepared to assist in the preparation of a State
Environmental Assessment, to be followed by a FONSI.
1.1 Project Description
The proposed project is the extension of Old Farm Road
(NC 125) to US 158, with a five-lane curb and gutter facility
on new location. The project length is 1.6 km (1.0 mile)
along proposed NC 125, and 0.3 km (0.2 mile) along the
realignment of existing NC 125. The existing cross section
consists of approximately 320 m (1,050 feet) of face to face
curb and gutter section 18 m (59 feet) wide), located at the
northern end of the project area. The proposed cross section
is 18.3 m (60 feet) face to face curb and gutter (five, 5.7 m
(12-foot) lanes. A four-lane bridge with a structure length
of 134 m (440 feet) is proposed for the Chockoyotte Creek
crossing.
1.2 Purpose
The purpose of this technical report is to describe the
natural systems found within the project area and to document
probable impacts to these systems.
1.3 Study Area
Subject project is located in the upper Coastal Plain in
Halifax County (Figure 1). The northern end of the study
area lies in the urban setting of Roanoke Rapids. The
southern end lies in a rural setting characterized by
hardwood forest, swamp and agricultural land over variable
topography.
1.4 Methodology
The study area is defined by right-of-way limits of 30.5
m (100 feet). An ecological survey was conducted January 15,
1993 to identify vegetative communities and wildlife species
contained within the project area. Vegetative communities
and wildlife were inventoried and mapped during on-site
surveys using aerial photography (1" = 200'). Wetlands were
identified, using methods in the Corps of Engineers Wetlands
Delineation Manual (1987).
In-house preparatory work was done prior to a field
visit. Site specific soils information was obtained from the
Halifax County Soil Conservation Service. This and the
hydric soils list for Halifax County were studied to identify
potential wetland sites as well as the USGS quadrant map
(Halifax). "Classifications and Water Quality Standards
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GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
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HALIFAX COUNTY
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Assigned to the Waters of the Tar River Basin" (N.C. Dept.
of Environment, Health and Natural Resources) was consulted
to determine the best usage classification for Chockoyotte
Creek. N.C. Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) and Fish and-
Wildlife Service (FWS) files were consulted to determine if
any protected flora or fauna occurs in the project area. In
addition, the Environmental Sensitivity Base Map for Halifax
County (produced by the NC Center for Geographic Information
and Analysis) was also utilized.
2.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES
Major vegetative associations and land-use patterns are
defined in an integrated ecosystem approach which includes
floral, mammalian, avian, reptilian, and amphibian
components. Distribution and composition of three biotic
communities throughout the project area reflect the
topographic positioning, hydrologic influences, and past and
present land use practices.
2.1 Biotic Communities
The following profile descriptions where applicable,
have been adopted and modified from the NCNHP classification
scheme (Schafale and Weakley 1990).
Agricultural Fields
The realignment of NC 125 at the southern end of the
project area traverses agricultural fields. This community
contains only those lands currently managed for agriculture,
including fields under cultivation and fields temporarily
fallow. Fallow fields are dominated by broomsedge
(Andropogon sp.), goldenrod (Solidago sp.) and dog-fennel
(Eupatorium capillifolium). Some fields are currently
planted with a cover crop of winter rye.
These dry upland fields and brushy edges, provide
suitable habitat for the southeastern shrew (Sorex
longirostris), least shrew (Cryptotis arva), eastern
cottontail rabbit (Sylvilagus floridanus). The broken areas
of old fields, cultivated fields, and young forest provide
prime habitat for larger mammals, such as white-tailed deer
(Odocoileus virginianus), and the red fox (Vulpes vulpes).
The killdeer (Charadrius vociferus), American robin
(Turdus migratorius), common grackle (Ouiscalus guiscula)
and crows are frequent visitors to plowed winter fields. The
song sparrow (Melospiza melodia) and white-throated sparrow
were very common in the fallow fields.
Likely amphibians and reptiles to be found, are the box
turtle (Terrapene Carolina), eastern garter snake (Thamnophis
sirtalis), black racer (Coluber constrictor), and southern
toad (Bufo Terrestris).
Upland Hardwood Forest
An upland ridge dominated by an oak-hickory canopy lies
to the south of Chockoyotte Creek. This appears to be a
managed woodlot that is being selectively logged. A thin
canopy is dominated principally by white oak (Quercus alba)
southern red oak (Q_ falcata), post oak (Q_ stellata), water
oak (Q_ ni ra), and mockernut hickory (Carya tomentosa). A
sparse understory is comprised of red cedar (Juniperus
virginiana), strawberry bush (Euonymus americanus), and
sapling growth of canopy species. Japanese honeysuckle
(Lonicera japonica) forms a dense ground cover in some areas,
as well as blackberry (Rubus sp.). Due to seasonal
conditions, the herbaceous layer is sparse, but groundcovers
such as Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus guinguefolia),
poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans), and muscadine (Vitis
rotundifolia) are typical.
Common species of mammals seen or likely to occur
include the golden mouse (Ochrotomys nuttalli), cotton mouse
(Peromyscus gossypinus), and gray squirrel (Sciurus
carolinensis).
The most common winter birds observed are the yellow-
rumped warbler (Dendroica coronata), white-throated sparrow
(Zonotrichia albicollis), Carolina chickadee (Parus
carolinensis), and ruby-crowned kinglet (Rugulus calendula).
Hardwood forests support many reptilian species, such as
the green anole (Anolis carolinensis), ground skink
(Scincella lateralis), broad-headed skink (Eumeces laticeps),
common box turtle, and eastern ribbon snake (Thamnophis
sauritus).
Eastern narrow-mouthed toad (Gastrophryne carolinensis),
southern toad, slimy salamander (Plethodon glutinosus), and
marbled salamander (Ambystoma opacum) make up a significant
portion of the amphibian component.
Coastal Plain Small Stream Swamp (Brownwater Subtype)
The largest aerial extent of the project area is
characterized by Coastal Plain Small Stream Swamp. The major
waterbody present is Chockoyotte Creek. Flanking the banks
of the creek, one may find various hardwood species
comprising the canopy such as river birch (Betula nigra),
sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), red maple (Acer rubrum),
water oak (Quercus ni ra), tulip tree (Liriodendron
tulipifera), and sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua). Black
willow (Salix nigra), muscle wood (Carpinus caroliniana) and
American holly (Ilex opaca) are common in the understory.
Tulip tree and red maple form pure stands in some areas.
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Giant cane (Arundinaria gigantea), witches grass
(Dichanthelium scoparium), casmanthium (Chasmanthium laxum),
tear thumb (Polygonum sagittatum) are common herbaceous
components. Japanese honeysuckle, cross vine (Anisostichus
capreolata), and greenbrier (Smilax bona-nox) are frequently
encountered vines.
This coastal swamp habitat with extensive areas of dense
thickets provides cover and a permanent source of water that
attracts numerous mammals. Tracks of the white-tailed deer
(Odocoileus virginianus), racoons (Procyon lotor), Virginia
opossums (Didelphis virginiana) were common. Other typical
residents are beaver (Castor canadensis), and muskrat
(Ondatra zibethicus).
Common winter birds are the yellow-rumped warbler, white
throated sparrow, and American robin (Turdus migratorius).
The red-shouldered hawk (Buteo lineatus), barred owl (Strix
varia), prothonotary warbler (Protonotaria citrea) and
northern parula (Parula americana) are common nesters only in
bottomland forests.
Bottomland forests are important for many reptiles and
amphibians.. The common mud turtle, plain-bellied watersnake
(Nerodia ervthrogastor), and cottonmouth (Agkistrodon
piscivorus) are common reptiles, while the southern toad
spring peeper (Hula crucifer), pine woods treefrog (H.
femoralis), and green frog (Rana clamitans) are frequently
encountered amphibians.
Chockoyotte Creek and unnamed tributary are relatively
small creeks, approximately 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7), and 0.9 to
1.2 m (3 to 4 feet) wide respectively, with a moderate flow,
feeding into the Roanoke river. Personal communication with
Wayne Jones, Fisheries Biologist (NCWRC) for District 3
revealed that this creek was last surveyed for fish species
in 1991. The following fish were reported: Largemouth bass
(Micropterus salmoides), bluespotted sunfish (Enneacanthus
gloriosus), bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus), pumpkinseed (L.
gibbosus), redbreast sunfish (L. auritus), flat bullhead
(Ictalurus platycephalus), yellow bullhead (I. natalis),
channel catfish (I. punctatus), chain pickerel (Esox ni er),
silver redhorse (Moxostoma anisurum), carp (CYprinus carpio),
and gizzard shad (Dorosoma cepedianum).
2.2 Biotic Community Impacts
Impacts on natural communities are reflective of the
relative abundance of each system present in the study.
corridor. Table 1 summarizes potential losses which could
result from roadway development. Calculations are based on a
right of way width of 30.5 m (100 feet). Values are in
hectares and acres.
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Table 1. ANTICIPATED BIOTIC COMMUNITY IMPACTS
PLANT COMMUNITY
Upland Hardwood Forest
Agricultural Field
Small Stream Swamp
ESTIMATED IMPACTS
4.4 1.8
10.4 4.2
10.6 4.3
Total 125.4 ha 10.3 ac
Primary impacts will occur to forested communities in
the corridor. These communities will be lost in terms of
future biological production. Resident species will be
displaced or eliminated by construction. Many mobile animals
such as rabbits, squirrels, opossums, rodents, and passerine
birds are cosmopolitan in nature, easily adapting to
urbanization. However, larger mammals which seek refuge in
large-undisturbed areas, may experience disruptions in
mating, feeding or travel patterns as their habitat range is
reduced or fragmented.
New construction in wetland systems will affect aquatic
organisms., Dredging, filling, pile-driving operations, slope
stabilization and land clearing are construction activities,
which can result in the direct loss of benthic organisms due
to an increase in silt load. The removal of benthic
organisms reduces the potential food supply for fish and
other vertebrates.
Siltation has many adverse impacts on fish and benthos:
decreases the depth of light penetration; inhibiting plant
and algal growth, which is a food source; clogs the
filtration apparatus of filter-feeding benthos and the gills
of fish; buries benthic organisms on the bottom, cutting them
off from a food source; adversely effects preferred benthic
substrate; and spoils downstream spawning beds for fish.
3.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES
Soil and water resource information pertinent to the
study area is presented below.
3.1 Soils and Topographv
Subject project lies in a transition zone between the
Piedmont and Coastal Plain in the Upper Coastal Plain and
Piedmont Soil System. This transition zone is characterized
by nearly level uplands and gentle valley slopes. It is an
area where saprolite from felsic igneous and Slate Belt rocks
occur on the same landscape with Coastal Plain sediments.
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The Coastal Plain sediments are younger than the Piedmont
rocks and therefore overlie them.
Table 2. HYDRIC AND NONHYDRIC SOIL SERIES IN STUDY AREA
SOIL SERIES
Emporia loamy fine sand
2 to 6 percent slopes
Bonneau loamy fine sand
0 to 4 percent slopes
Chaistain and Bibb soils
0 to 1 percent slopes
CLASSIFICATION
Non-hydric
Non-hydric
Hydric
HYDRIC INCLUSION
Bibb
Bonneau loamy sands (Loamy, siliceous, thermic Arenic
Paleudults) form the largest aerial extent in the project
area. It is a well drained and fairly level soil occurring
on broad interstream divides of Coastal Plain uplands.
3.2 Water Resources
Subject project area falls within the confines of the
Roanoke River basin, located in northeastern North Carolina.
Chockoyotte Creek and an unnamed tributary to Chockoyotte
Creek traverse the project area and flow in a northheasterly
direction eventually draining into the Roanoke River.
Chockoyotte Creek is approximately 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
wide where the proposed alignment crosses, and is
characterized by a sand/gravel substrate. Flow is moderate,
and water depth was approximate 0.3 m (1 foot) at the time of
field visit. The unnamed tributary to Chockoyotte Creek is
smaller in size, only 0.9 to 1.2 m (3 to 4 feet) across, and
is also characterized by a sand/gravel substrate, with water
depth less than 0.3 m (1 foot). These waters are classified
as class "C" by the North Carolina department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources. This classification reflects
"best usage" of these waters and is defined as suitable for
"aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife,
secondary recreation, and agriculture.". Water Quality
Standards applicable to this classification are set forth in
15 NCAC 2B .0200, Classifications and Water Quality Standards
Applicable to Surface Waters of North Carolina.
No High Quality waters, Outstanding Resource Waters, or
waters classified as WS-1 and WS-II are within one mile
downstream of the study area. No National Pollutant
Dishcharge Elimination System permits have been issued for
the project area.
Data collected by DEHNR as part of their
Macroinvertebrate Ambient Network is not available for
Chockoyotte Creek.
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3.2.1 Potential Impacts to Surface Water Resources
Potential impacts to water resources in the study area
include the following:
- Increased sedimentation from construction and/or erosion.
- Alterations of water level due to interruptions and/or
additions to surface and ground water flow from
construction.
- Changes in water temperature and light incidence
due to the removal of vegetative cover.
Strict adherence to Best Management Practices and
erosion and sedimentation guidelines should be advocated
during the design and construction phases of this project in
order to minimize impacts to water resources. Some
consideration should be given to the use of sediment control
devices such as vegetated berms or filter basins to
ameliorate the impacts from non-point source dishchargers.
4.0 SPECIAL TOPICS
4.1 Jurisdictional Waters of the United States
In accordance with provisions Section 404 of the Clean
Water Act (33 U.S.C 1344), the US Army Corps of Engineers
(COE) has primary responsibility for reviewing actions which
propose to place fill into "Waters of the United States".
The COE has discretionary authority in the issuance or denial
of permits for proposals which require approval under Section
404.
Generally, "Waters of the US" is defined as navigable
waters, their tributaries and associated wetlands and is
subdivided into "wetlands" and "surface Waters".
Wetlands in the project area were determined by three
criteria; presence of hydric soils, hydrophytic vegetation,
and hydrology. All wetland sites are Palustrine Forested
Broad-leaved Deciduous (PF01) as described by Cowardin
(1979).
4.1.1 Jurisdictional Waters of the US Impacts
Impacts to associated wetlands and surface waters of
Chockoyotte Creek and the unnamed tributary are anticipated
from project construction. Palustrine Forested Broad-leaved
Deciduous wetlands (PF06) associated with Chockoyotte Creek
and the unnamed tributary will receive direct fills (Figure
2). Table 3 summarizes the anticipated impacts to wetlands
associated with stream crossings. These values are estimates
and are subject to change.
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Table 3. Potential Impacts to Wetlands
Site No. Stream Wetland Impacts
Site 1 Chockoyotte Creek 7.4 ha (3.0) ac
Site 2 Unnamed Tributary 3.2 ha (1.3) ac
Note: Values reported are in hectares and acres.
4.1.2 Permits
An Individual Section 404 Permit is likely to be
applicable for proposed construction, due to wetland impacts
exceeding 0.01 ha (one acre), and because Chockoyotte Creek
and unnamed tributary are below headwaters where the proposed
alignment crosses.
A Section 401 General Water Certification is required
for any activity which may result in a discharge and for
which a federal permit is required. State permits are
administered through the Department of Environment, Health,
and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
It seems likely that stream channel modification and or
relocation will be required for the unnamed tributary that
crosses NC 125. Approximately 15 to 30.5 m (50 to 100 linear
feet) of stream will be affected. In accordance with the
1976 Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (72 Stat. 563, as
amended; 16 USC 661 et seq.), NCDOT will coordinate such
activities with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
4.1.3. Mitigation
If the project is authorized under an Individual Permit,
mitigation is likely to be required according to the 1989
Memorandum of Agreement between the Environmental Protection
Agency and the Department of the Army. The final decision
rests with the Corps of Engineers.
4.2 Rare and Protected Species
Plant and animal species with federal protection
statuses of Endangered (E), Threatened (T), Proposed
Endangered (PE), or Proposed Threatened (PT) are protected
under the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended
(16 USC 1531-1543).
Plant and animal species with the North Carolina status
of Endangered (E), Threatened (T), or Special Concern (SC)
are protected by the North Carolina Endangered Species Act
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(GS 113-331 to 113-337) and by the State of North Carolina
Plant Protection and Conservation Act of 1979 (GS 196:106-
202.12 to 106-202.19).
Federal Candidate species are those species currently
under review by the FWS for possible federal protection.
Currently, they are not protected by law.
4.2.1 Federally-Protected Species
As of May 13, 1993, the US Fish and Wildlife Service
list the federally Endangered red-cockaded woodpecker
(Picoides borealis) for Halifax County. A biological
description of this bird and it's habitat requirements are
presented below.
Picoides borealis (red-cockaded woodpecker) E
Animal Family: Picidae
Date Listed: 10/13/70
Distribution in N.C.: Anson, Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick,
Camden, Carteret, Chatham, Columbus, Craven,
Cumberland, Dare, Duplin, Forsyth, Gates, Halifax,
Harnett, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Lee,
Lenoir, Montgomery, Moore, Nash, New Hanover,
Northhampton, Onslow, Orange, Pamlico, Pender,
Perquimans, Pitt, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland,
Tyrrell, Wake, Wayne, Wilson.
The red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW) once occurred from New
Jersey to southern Florida and west to eastern Texas. It occurred
inland in Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri.
Now found only in coastal states of its historic range and inland
in southeastern Oklahoma and southern Arkansas. In North Carolina
moderate populations are found in the sandhills and in the
southern coastal plain. The few populations found in the piedmont
and northern coastal plain are believed to be relics of former
populations.
The adult RCW's plumage is entirely black and white except
for small red streaks'on the sides of the nape in the male. The
back is black and white with horizontal stripes and the breast and
underside is white with streaked flanks. There is a large white
cheek patch surrounded by the black cap, nape, and throat.
RCW's use open old growth stands of southern pines,
particularly longleaf pine (Pinus palustris), for foraging and
nesting habitat. A forested stand must contain at least 50% pine,
and be contiguous with other stands to be appropriate habitat for
the RCW. These birds nest exclusively in trees that are > 60
years old and are contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of
These woodpeckers nest exclusively in living pine trees and
usually in trees that are infected with the fungus that causes
red-heart disease. They can be identified by a large incrustation
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of running sap that surrounds the tree. This may be used as a
defense against possible predators. A clan of woodpeckers
usually consists of one breeding pair and the offspring from
previous years. The eggs are laid in April, May, and June and
hatch 38 days later. Clutch size is from 3 - 5 eggs. All members
of the clan share in raising the young. Red-cockaded woodpeckers
feed mainly on insects but may feed on seasonal wild fruits.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: No suitable habitat is located in the
project area for the red-cockaded woodpecker. No impacts to this
species are anticipated from project construction.
4.2.2 Federal Candidate Species
In addition, the USFS provided information on the following
Candidate species may occur in the study area. Candidate
species are not legally protected under the Endangered
Species Act and are not subject to any of its provisions,
including Section 7, until they are formally proposed or
listed as Threatened or Endangered. These species are
mentioned here for the purpose of information, as they may be
listed under a protected status at a later date. The habitat
column indicates the availability of suitable habitat in the
project area. Many of these species have state protected
statuses and will be discussed below.
Table 4. Federal Candidate Species
Halifax County
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME STATUS HABITAT.
Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis C2 No
Cerulean warbler Dendroica cerulea C2 Yes
Albemarle crayfish Procambarus medialis C2 Yes
Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni* C2 Yes
Carolina trillium Trillium pusillum
var. pusillum C2 Yes
Dwarf sti nging nettle Urtica chamaedrvoides C2 Yes
* Indicates no specimen from that county in at least 20
years.
C2- Candidate 2. A taxon for which there is some evidence of
vulnerability, but for which there are not enough data to
support listing as Endangered or Threatened at this time.
4.2.3 State Protected Species
Species identified as Threatened, Endangered or Special
Concern are afforded state protection under the State
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife Species of Special Concern
(1987) and the North Carolina Plant Protection and
Conservation Act of 1979.
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No occurrence records of state protected species in the
study area are found in the NCNHP files. Federal Candidate
species that are state protected and may occur in the study
area are presented in Table 5.
Table 5. State Protected Species
Halifax County
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME STATUS HABITAT
Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis SC Yes
Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni T Yes
Carolina trillium Trillium pusillum E Yes
var. pusillum
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standards assigned to the waters of the Roanoke River basin.
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Potter, E.F., J.F. Parnell, and R.P. Teulings 1980. Birds of
the Carolinas. University of North Carolina Press, Chapel
Hill. 408 p.
Radford, A.E., H.E. Ahles and G.R. Bell. 1968. Manual of the
Vascular Flora of the Carolinas. The University of North
Carolina Press, Chapel Hill. 1183 p.
The Scientific Council on Freshwater and Terrestrial
Mollusks. 1990. A report on the conservation status of North
Carolina's freshwater and terrestrial molluscan fauna. 179 p.
Scott, S.L. (ed.). 1987.
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Field Guide to the Birds of North America. National
Geographic Society, Washington, D.C. 464
Smith, R.R., J.B. Funderburg and T.L. Quay. 1960. A
checklist of North Carolina mammals. N.C. Wildl. Resour.
Comm., Raleigh.
Webster, W.D., J.F. Parnell and W.C. Biggs. 1985. Mammals of
the Carolinas, Virginia and Maryland. The University of
North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill. 255 p.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
by
Janet L. Shipley
Relocation of NC 125,
from NC 125 to US 158
Halifax County
TIP No. U-2720
State Project NO. 9.8043045
OVERVIEW
An ecological survey was conducted along the project
alignment September 9, 1992, and January 15, 1993. Three
biotic community types will be impacted, including; Man-
dominated, Upland Hardwood Forest, and Coastal Plain Small
Stream Swamp. No suitable habitat for federally protected
species listed for Halifax County, is present in the study
area.
Because wetlands impacts exceed 0.01 ha (1 acre), an
Individual 404 permit is likely to be applicable.
Compensatory mitigation may be required.
BIOTIC COMMUNITIES
Three biotic communities were identified in the project
area: Agricultural Fields, Upland Hardwood Forests and
Coastal Plain Small Stream Swamp.
The largest aerial extent of the project area is
characterized by Coastal Plain Small Stream Swamp. The major
waterbody present is Chockoyotte Creek. Flanking the banks
of the creek, one may find various hardwood species
comprising the canopy such as river birch (Betula ni ra),
sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), red maple (Acer rubrum),
water oak (Quercus ni ra), tulip tree (Liriodendron
tulipifera), and sweetgum (Liauidambar styraciflua). Black
willow (Salix ni ra), muscle wood (Carpinus caroliniana) and
American holly (Ilex o aca) are common in the understory.
This coastal swamp habitat with extensive areas of dense
thickets provides cover and provides a permanent source of
water that attracts numerous mammals. Tracks of the white-
tailed deer, racoons, Virginia opossums (Didelphis
virginiana) were common. Other typical residents are beaver
(Castor canadensis), and muskrat (Ondatra zibethicus).
Common winter birds are the yellow-rumped warbler, white
throated sparrow, and American robin (Turdus migratorius).
The red-shouldered hawk (Buteo lineatus), barred owl (Strix
varia prothonotary warbler (Protonotaria citrea) and
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northern parula Parula americana) are common nesters only in
bottomland forests.
Bottomland forests are important for many reptiles and
amphibians. The common mud turtle, plain-bellied watersnake
(Nerodia erythrouastor), and cottonmouth (Agkistrodon
piscivorus) are common reptiles, while the southern toad
spring peeper (Hula crucifer), pine woods treefrog (H.
femoralis), and green frog (Rana clamitans) are frequently
encountered amphibians.
Chockyotte Creek and unnamed tributary are relatively
small creeks, approximately 1.5 m to 2 m (5 to 7 feet) wide
with a moderate flow, feeding into the Roanoke river.
Personal communication with Wayne Jones, Fisheries Biologist
(NCWRC) for District 3 revealed that this creek was last
surveyed for fish species in 1991. The following fish were
reported: Largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides),
bluespotted sunfish (Enneacanthus gloriosus), bluegill
(Lepomis macrochirus), pumpkinseed (L. gibbosus), redbreast
sunfish (L. auritus), flat bullhead (Ictalurus
platyicephalus), yellow bullhead (I. natalis), channel catfish
(I. punctatus), chain pickerel (Esox ni er), silver redhorse
(Moxostoma anisurum), carp (Cyprinus carpio), and gizzard
shad (Dorosoma cepedianum).
Impacts to the faunal component of terrestrial biotic
communities will be related to clearing and filling
activites, resulting in displacement and mortality of
individuals. Anticipated impacts to aquatic organisms
will result from sedimentation, which causes mortality.
Table 1. ANTICIPATED BIOTIC COMMUNITY IMPACTS
BIOTIC COMMUNITY ESTIMATED IMPACTS
Upland Hardwood Forest
Agricultural Field
Small Stream Swamp
4.4 (1.8)
10.4 (4.2)
10.6 (4.3)
Total 25.4 ha (10.3) ac
Calculations are based on a right of way width of 30.5 m
(100 feet). Estimates are preliminary, and subject to
change. Values reported are in hectares and acres.
SURFACE WATERS AND WETLANDS
Chockoyyte Creek and an unnamed tributary to Chockoyyte
Creek traverse the project area and flow in a northheasterly
direction eventually draining into the Roanoke River.
Chockoyyte Creek is approximately 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
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wide where the proposed alignment crosses, and is
characterized by a sand/gravel substrate. Flow is moderate,
and water depth was approximate 1 foot at the time of field
visit. The unnamed tributary to Chockoyyte Creek is smaller
in size, only 0.9 to 1.2 m (3 to 4 feet) across, and is also
characterized by a sand/gravel substrate. These waters are
classified as class "C" by the North Carolina department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources. This
classification reflects "best usage" of these waters and is
defined as suitable for "aquatic life propagation and
survival, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation, and
agriculture.". Water Quality Standards applicable to this
classification are set forth in 15 NCAC 2B .0200,
Classifications and Water Quality Standards Applicable to
Surface Waters of North Carolina.
Potential impacts to water resources in the study area
include the following:
- Increased sedimentation from construction and/or erosion.
- Alterations of water level due to interruptions and/or
additions to surface and ground water flow from
construction.
- Changes in water temperature and light incidence
due to the removal of vegetative cover.
Strict adherence to Best Management Practices and
erosion and sedimentation guidelines should be avocated
during the design and construction phases of this project in
order to minimize impacts to water resources. Some
consideration should be given to the use of sediment control
devices such as vegetated berms or filter basins to
ameliorate the impacts from non-point source dishchargers.
In addition to surface water impacts, palustrine
forested broad-leaved deciduous wetlands (PF06) associated
with Chockoyotte Creek and the unnamed tributary will receive
direct fills . Table 2 summarizes the anticipated impacts to
wetlands associated with stream crossings. These values are
estimates and are subject to change.
Table 2. Potential Impacts to Wetlands
Site No. Stream Wetland Impacts
Site 1
Site 2
Chockoyotte Creek 7.4 ha (3.0) ac
Unnamed Tributary 3.2 ha (1.3) ac
Note: Values reported are in hectares and acres.
PERMITS
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An Individual Section 404 Permit is likely to be
applicable for proposed construction, due to wetland impacts
exceeding 0.01 ha (one acre), and because Chockoyotte Creek
and unnamed tributary are below headwaters where the proposed
alignment crosses.
A Section 401 General Water Certification is required
for any activity which may result in a discharge and for
which a federal permit is required. State permits are
administered through the Department of Environment, Health,
and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
It seems likely that stream channel modification and or
relocation will be required for the unnamed tributary that
crosses NC 125. Approximately 15 to 30.5 m (50 to 100 linear
feet) of stream will be affected. In accordance with the
1976 Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (72 Stat. 563, as
amended; 16 USC 661 et seq.), NCDOT will coordinate such
activities with the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
If the project is authorized under an Individual Permit,
mitigation is likely to be required according to the 1989
Memorandum of Agreement between the Environmental Protection
Agency and the Department of the Army. The final decision
rests with the Corps of Engineers.
RARE AND PROTECTED SPECIES
Federal law requires that any action, which has the
potential to have a detrimental impact to the survival and
well being of any species classified as federally protected,
is subject to review by the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
and/or the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), under
the provisions of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973,
as amended. In North Carolina, protection of plant species
falls under N.C. General Statutes (G.S.) 106-202.12 to 106-
202.19 of 1979. Wildlife protection falls under G.S. 113-331
to 113-337 of 1987.
As of May 13, 1993, the FWS list the federally
Endangered red-cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis) for
Halifax County. A biological description of this bird and
it's habitat requirements are presented below.
Picoides borealis (red-cockaded woodpecker) E
RCW's use open old growth stands of southern pines, particularly
longleaf pine (Pinus palustris), for foraging and nesting habitat. A
forested stand must contain at least 50% pine, and be contiguous with
other stands to be appropriate habitat for the RCW. These birds nest
exclusively in trees that are > 60 years old and are contiguous with
pine stands at least 30 years of age.
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BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION: No suitable habitat is located in the
project area for the red-cockaded woodpecker. No impacts to this
species are anticipated from project construction.
FEDERAL CANDIDATE SPECIES
In addition, the USFS provided information on the following
Candidate species may occur in the study area. Candidate
species are not legally protected under the Endangered
Species Act and are not subject to any of its provisions,
including Section 7, until they are formally proposed or
listed as Threatened or Endangered.
Table 3. Federal Candidate Species
Halifax County
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME STATUS HABITAT
Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis C2 No
Cerulean warbler Dendroica cerulea C2 Yes
Albemarle crayfish Procambarus medialis C2 Yes
Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni C2 Yes
Carolina trillium Trillium pusillum Yes
var. pusillum C2 Yes
Dwarf stinging nettle Urtica chamaedrvoides C2 Yes
C2- Candidate 2. A taxon for which there is some evidence of
vulnerability, but for which there are not enough data to
support listing as Endangered or Threatened at th is time.
STATE PROTECTED SPECIES
Species identified as Threatened, Endangered or Special
Concern are afforded state protection under the State
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife Species of Special Concern
(1987) and the North Carolina Plant Protection and
Conservation Act of 1979.
No occurrence records of state protected species in the
study area are found in the NCNHP files. Federal Candidate
species that are state protected and may occur in the study
area are presented in Table 4.
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Table 4. State Protected Species
Halifax County
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME STATUS HABITAT
Bachman's sparrow Aimophila aestivalis SC Yes
Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni T Yes
Carolina trillium Trillium pusillum E Yes
var. pusillum
NORTH CAROLINA STATE CLEARINGHOUSE
FM208 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
116 WEST JONES STREET
06-30-92 RALEIGH NORTH CAROLINA 27611 C E It,
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW COMMENTS U
MAILED TO FROM NC DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION MRS. CH'RYS BAGL.J. WARD DIRECTOR
PLANNING S ENVIRONMENTAL BRANCH N C STATE CLEARINGHOUSE
HIGHWAY BLDG/INTER-OFFICE
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
S COPING - PROPOSED OLD FARM ROAD EXTENSION. FROM-NC 125 TO
US 158 (TIP U-2720)
SAI NO 92E42200836 PROGRAM TITLE - SLOPING
THE ABOVE PROJECT HAS BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE NORTH CAROLINA
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW PRUCESS. AS A RESULT OF THE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
IS SUBMITTED ( 1 NO CDMMENTS WERE RECEIVED
( X ) COMMENTS ATTACHED
SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THIS OFFICE-4919) 733-0499.
C. C. REGION L
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
Jarnes G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
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TO:
FROM:
RE.
DATE:
Chrys Baggett
State Clearinghouse
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Melba McGee V
Project Review Coordinator
92-0836 - Scoping - NC 125 to US 158 Old
Farm Road Improvements, Halifax County
June 26, 1992
Douglas G. LeN
Direct
Planning and Assessm(
The Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
has reviewed the proposed project. The attached comments are a
result of this review. More specific comments will be provided
during the environmental review process.
Thank you for the opportunity to respond. If, during the
preparation of the environmental document, additional information
is needed, the applicant is encouraged to notify our respective
divisions. The N.C. Wildlife Resources commission was unable to
respond at this time.
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Attachments
cc: David Foster
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Forest Resources
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
Griffiths Forestry Center
2411 Garner Road
Clayton, North Carolina 27520
May 13, 1992
JUN 1992
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T0: Melba McGee
.Environmental Assessment Unit ??I`l l ?'r- ?,
FROM: Don H. Robbins
Staff Forester C74eX
Forestry
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Stanford M. Adams
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SUBJECT: DOT EA.Scoping for Old Farm Road Extension from NC 125 to US 158 in
Halifax County
PROJECT 1192-0836
DUE DATE 6-2-92
To better determine the impact to forestry in the area of the proposed
project, the Environmental Assessment should contain the fQllowing information
concerning the proposed right-of-way purchases for the project:
1. The total forest land acreage that would be taken out of forest
production as a result of this project.
2. The productivity of the sorest soils as indicated by the soil
series, that would be involved within the proposed project.
3. The impact upon existing greenways within the area of the proposed
project.
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4. The provisions that the contractor will take to sell an;
merchantable timber that is to be removed. This practice ie
encouraged to minimize the need for piling and burning durinf
construction. If any burning is needed, the contractor shoulc
comply with all laws and regulations pertaining to debris burning.
5. The provisions that the contractor will take during the construction
phase to prevent erosion, sedimentation and construction damage tc
forest land outside the right-of-way and construction limits. Trees
outside construction limits should be protected from construction
activities to avoid:
a. Skinning of tree trunks by machinery.
b. Soil compaction and root exposure or injury by heavy equipment.
C. Adding layers of fill dirt over the root systems of trees, a
practice that impairs root aeration.
d. Accidental spilling of petroleum products or other damaging
substances over the root systems of trees.
We would hope that the project would have the least impact to forest and
related resources in that area.
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW - PROJECT COMMENTS

Alter review of this project it has been determined that the EHNR permit(s) and/or approvals indicated may need to be oblained in
order for this project to comply with North Carolina Law.
Oueslions regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office indicated on the reverse of the form.
All applications, information and guidelines relative to these plans and permits are available from the same
Regional Office. rNormal Process
I ime.
PERMITS SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REOUIREMENTS (statutory I „c
limit)
D Permit to construct L operate wastewater treatment
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ili Application 90 days before begin construction or award of 30 days
ac
ties, sewer system extensions, 8 sewer construction contracts On-site inspection. Post •application
systems not discharging into slate surface waters. technical conference usual (90 days
NPDES - permit to discharge into surface water and/or Application 180 days before begin activity. On-site inspection 90-120 dais
? permit to operate and construct wastewater facilities
i Pre-application conference usual. Additionally, obtain permit to
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scharging into state surface waters. construct wastewater treatment facility granted alter NPOES Reply (NIA)
time, 30 days alter receipt of plans or issue of NPDES
permit-whichever is later.

Water Use Permit
Pre-application technical conference usually necessary 30 days
(NIA)
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Well Construction Permit
Complete application must be received and permit issued 7 days
prior to the installation of a well. (15 daysi
Application copy must be served on each adjacent riparian property 55 days
? Dredge and Fill Permit owner. On-site inspection. Pre application conference usual. Filling
may require Easement to Fill from N.C. Department of (90 oa;s,
Administration and Federal Dredge and Fill Permit.
f_ Permit to construct & operate Air Pollution Abatement 60 dal5
t.u lacitilies and/or Emission Sources as per 15A NCAC 21H.06 NIA (90 da
s
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m,,st be in compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0520. R

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sbestos material must be in compliance with 15A 60 oats
NCAC 2D.0525 which requires notification and removal

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919.733.0820. .5 i 1

Complex Source Permit required under 15A NCAC 2D
0800 / 190 dais,
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The Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be properly addressed for any land disturbing activity. An erosion sedimenlalio
control plan will be r
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one or more acres to be disturbed. Plan filed with proper Regional Office (Land Oualily Sect 1 at least 30 20 cia)s
days before beginning activity. A lee of S30 for the first acre and $20.00 for each additional acre or art must accompany the plan (30 das,
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U he Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be addressed with respect to the referrenced Local Ordinance (30 aa)si

Mining Permit On-site inspection usual. Surely bond filed with EHNR Bond amount
varies with type mine and number of acres of affected land Any area 30 days
mined greater than one acre must be permited The appropriate bond (60 days,
must be received before the permit can be issued.
North Carolina Burning permit On-site inspection by N.C. Division Forest Resources if permit 1 da)
oxceeds 4 days (NIA)
? Special Ground Clearance Burning Permit 22
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l On site inspection by N.D. Division Forest Resources required "if more 1 day
coun
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N.C. with organic soils than live acres of ground clearing activities are involved. Inspections (NIA)
should be requested at least ten days before actual burn is planned "

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ermit inspect construction, certify constnrction is according to EHNR approv
ed plans. May also require permit under mosquito control program. And (60 dA,si
a 404 permit Irom Corps of Engineers An inspection of site is neces
sary to verily Hazard Classification. A minimum fee of 520000 must ac
company the application. An additional processing fee based on a
percentage or the total project cost will be required uoon comolPGon
Due Date:
P, 0, Conl,nued on reverse
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PERMITS SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REQUIREMENTS
File surely bond of $5,000 with EHNR running to Stale of N.C. ti
? Permit to drill exploratory oil or gas well conditional that any well opened by drill operator shall, upon
abandonment, be plugged according to EHNR rules and regulations.
? Geophysical Exploration Permit Application filed with EHNR at least 10 days prior to issue of permit 11
Application by letter. No standard application form.
? Stale Lakes Construction Permit Application lee based or) structure size is charged. Must include 15
descriptions 8 drawings of structure d proof of ownership
of riparian property.
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401 Water Oualily Certification NIA (13
5'
CAMA Permit for MAJOR development $250.00 lee muss accompany application (15

? 2;
CAMA Permit for MINOR development $50.00 lee must accompany application (2:
? Several geodetic monuments are located in or near the project area, II any monuments need to be moved or destroyed, please nolify:
N.C Geodetic Survey, Box 27687, Raleigh, N.C. 27611
Abandonment of any wells, if required, must be in accordance with Title 15A, Subchapter 2C.0100.
? Notification of the proper regional office is requested if "orphan" underground storage tanks (USTS) are discovered during any excavation open
? Compliance with 15A NCAC 21-1.1000 (Coastal Slormwaler Rules) is required. 4'
(attach additional pages as necessary, being certain to ci
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comment authority):
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REGIONAL OFFICES
Questions regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Offi-e marked below.
? Asheville Regional Office ? Fayetteville Regional Office
59 Woodfin Place Suite 714 Wachovia Building
Asheville, NC 28801 Fayetteville, NC 28301
[phone] [phone]
? Mooresville Regional Office ? Raleigh Regional Office
919 North Main Street, P.O. Box 950 3800 Barrett Drive, Suite 101
Mooresville, NC 28115 Raleigh, NC 27609
(704) 6631699 [phone]
? Washington Regional Office ? Wilmington Regional Office
1424 Carolina Avenue 127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Washington, NC 27889 Wilmington, NC 28405
[phone] (919) 3953900
? Winston-Salem Regional Office
8025 North Point Blvd.
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James G. Martin, Governor PROJECT REVIEW COMMENTS Charles H. Gardner
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Director
Project Number: ?o?-db3(p County: ae-
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Geodetic S rve
This project will impact I geodetic survey marker s. N.C. Geodetic
Survey should be contacted prior to construction at P.O. Box 27687,
Raleigh, N.C. 27611 [phone]. Intentional de struction of a
geodetic monument is a violation of N.C. General Sta tute 102-4.
This project will have no impact on geodetic survey markers.
Other (comments attached)

For more information contact the Geodetic Survey office at (91 Q',733
-3836.
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- Erosion and Sedimentation Control
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No comment

This project will require approval of an erosion and sedimentation
control plan prior to beginning any land-disturbing activity if more
than one (1) acre will be disturbed.
If an environmental document is required to satisfy Environmental
Policy Act (SEPA) requirements, the document must be submitted as part
of the erosion and sedimentation control plan.
Y/ If any portion of the project is located within a High Quality Water
Zone (EIQW), as classified by the Division of Environmental Management,
increased design standards for sediment and erosion control will apply.
The erosion and sedimentation control plan required for this project
should be prepared by the Department of Transportation under the
erosion control program delegation to the Division of Highways from the
North Carolina Sedimentation Control-Commission.
Other (comments attached)
For more information contact the Land Quality Section at [phone].
Reviewer Date
P.O. Box 27687 • Meigh, NC 77611-76,97 • lelephone [phone]
An Equal Opnr itv Affirmative Action Frnnlnvvr
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
May 7, 1992
MEMORANDUM
TO: Melba McGee
FROM: David E. Harrison
David W. Sic
Direct
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SUBJECT: Proposed Road Extension from NC 125 to US 158 in
Halifax County. Project No. 92-0836
The proposed road construction's Environmental Assessment should
identify any unique, prime, or importa::t farmlands that would be
impacted by construction. Soils information is available through
the Fishing Creek Soil and Water Conservation District (Halifax.
County), P. O..Box 8, Halifax, NC 27839, [phone]. The
District Conservationist is Wayne Short. A wetlands evaluation
should also be conducted for the area. Actions that minimize
impacts are desired.
PO Box 27(,87 .uuhim i?till 7687 "Irlchh,m, .111) 713 ?1()2

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and -atural'Resources
Division of Environmental Managemen .? r
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolir a27604
James G. Martin, Governor George T Everett, Ph.D.
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary May 27, 1992
Director
MEMORANDUM °??` 4.56,
To: Melba McGee JON
Through: John Dorne t? l:f ff?lf?
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From: Eric Galamb 1 , ?ss?_s?ni,.nli 1
Subject: Water Quality Ch cklist for EA/EIS/Scoping Documents bl9i L
Old Farm Road Extension, from NC 125 to US 158
Halifax County
State Project DOT No. 9.8043045, TIP #U-2720
EHNR # 92-0836, DEM WO # 5599
The Water Quality Section of the Division of Environmental Management requests that
the following topics be discussed in the EA/EIS/Scoping documents:
A. Did NCDOT utilize the existing road alignments as much as possible? Why not
(if applicable)?
B. Please identify the borrow locations. Will borrow locations be in wetlands?
C. Identify the streams potentially impacted by the project. The stream
classifications should be current.
D. Identify the linear feet of stream channelization/re locations. If the original
stream banks were vegetated, it requested that the channelized/relocated
stream banks be revegetated.
E. Number of stream crossings.
F. Identify the stormwater controls (permanent and temporary) to be employed.
G. Will permanent spill catch basins be utilized? If so, identify the responsible
party for maintenance.
REGIONAL OFFICE
Asheville rayettevillc MooreNvillc Ralcil,h \1.i\hin(; zm Wilmington Winston Salcm
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Pollution Prevention Pays
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H. Please ensure that sediment and erosion control measures are not placed in
wetlands.
1. Efforts employed to minimize interrupting water lines and sanitary sewerage.
J. Wetland Impacts
i) Identify the federal manual used for identifying and delineating
jurisdictional wetlands.
ii) Have wetlands been avoided as much as possible?
iii) Have wetland impacts been minimized?
iv) Mitigation measures to compensate for habitat losses.
v) Wetland impacts by plant communities affected.
vi) Total impacts of wetland impacts.
vii) List the 401 General Certification numbers requested from DEM.
Written concurrence of 401 Water Quality Certification may be required for this project.
Applications requesting coverage under our General Certification 14 will require written
concurrence.
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James G. Martin, Governor
Patric Dorsey, Secretary
June 11, 1992
Division of Archives and History
William S. Price, Jr., Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: L. J. Ward, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
Division of Highways
Department of Trqri-? ation
FROM: David Brook
Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer
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Roanoke Rapids, U-2720, 9.8043045, Halifax County,
CH 92-E-4220-0836
We have received information concerning the above project from the State
Clearinghouse.
Our records indicate that North Carolina Department of Transportation staff
archaeologists have.already conducted an archaeological survey of the proposed
project area as a result of our earlier recommendations. Please send us the
archaeological survey report for our review as soon as it is available.
We have conducted a search of our files and are aware of no structures of
historical or architectural importance located within the planning area.
These comments are made in accord with G.S. 121-12(a) and Executive Order
XVI. If you have any questions regarding them, please contact Renee Gledhill-
Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
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Ken Robinson, NCDOT
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Louise P. Gregory(Heirs)
Blackwell B. Pierce
Charles Josey
Larry W. Merritt
100 Evergreen Ridge Rd.
Lynchburg, Va. 24503
PO Box 730
Lynchburg, Va. 24503
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGFI. N.C. 27611-5201
October 29, 1996
MEMORANDUM TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Eric Alsmeyer, DOA
Eric Galamb, DWQ
David Cox, WRC
Howard Hall/Kim Graham, FWS
Amy Billings, NCDOT
Frank Fleming, NCDOT
Cyndi Bell, NCDOT C Z?'
GARLAND B. GARRETT JR.
SECRETARY
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Permit Applications for Halifax County, Old Farm Road Extension over
Chockoyotte Creek (U-2720) and Edgecombe County, NC 43 Bypass (U-2218)
The North Carolina Department of Transportation will be submitting 404/401 permit applications
for the two referenced projects in December, 1996. The wetland delineations have been field verified by
the Corps of Engineers. I would like to have a pre-application field meeting with the review agencies prior
to application. The Old Farm Road Extension project in Roanoke Rapids extends 0.8 mile and will
involve three wetland fill sites. As the crossing at Chockoyotte Creek exceeds 0.33 acre, this will be an
Individual Permit. The NC 43 Bypass in Rocky Mount extends 2.2 miles and will involve nine crossings,
all located above headwaters. As the total wetland impact will be less than ten acres, this project may meet
the requirements of Nationwide Permit 26.
The attached map illustrates our meeting place in Roanoke Rapids. Please plan to meet at the
parking lot of Fairwood Lanes Bowling at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 1996. To reach this area,
exit 1-95 onto US 158 heading west, turn left (south) on Old Farm Road, and drive to the end of the paved
road. Fairwood Lanes is on the west side of the road, at one of the project termini. We should be able to
review this project within two hours, and can move on to Rocky Mount afterwards.
Thank you for your assistance. If you have any questions, please contact meat [phone],
extension 306.
CC: Dr. David Robinson, P.E.
Dennis Pipkin, P.E.
Gordon Cashin
Ted Devens, P.E.
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. Martin, Governor George T. Everett, Ph.D.
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary May 27, 1992 Director
MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee
Through: John DorneyqT-9
From: Eric Galamb^
Subject: Water Quality ChIklist for EA/EIS/Scoping Documents
Old Farm Road Extension, from NC 125 to US 158
Halifax County
State Project DOT No. 9.8043045, TIP #U-2720
EHNR # 92-0836, DEM WO # 5599
The Water Quality Section of the Division of Environmental Management requests that
the following topics be discussed in the EA/EIS/Scoping documents:
A. Did NCDOT utilize the existing road alignments as much as possible? Why not
(if applicable)?
B. Please identify the borrow locations. Will borrow locations be in wetlands?
C. Identify the streams potentially impacted by the project. The stream
classifications should be current.
D. Identify the linear feet of stream channelization/relocations. If the original
stream banks were vegetated, it requested that the channelized/relocated
stream banks be revegetated.
E. Number of stream crossings.
F. Identify the stormwater controls (permanent and temporary) to be employed.
G. Will permanent spill catch basins be utilized? If so, identify the responsible
party for maintenance.
REGIONAL OFFICES
Asheville Fayetteville Mooresville Raleigh Washington Wilmington Winston-Salem
704/251-6208 919/486-1541 704/063-1699 919/571-4700 919/946-6481 919/395-3900 919/896-70)7
Pollution Prevention Pays
I'0. Box 29535, Rileigh \brth Carolina 276200535 Telephone [phone]
An I gnal Opixxtunity Affirmative Action Gmplowl
H. Please ensure that sediment and erosion control measures are not placed in
wetlands.
Efforts employed to minimize interrupting water lines and sanitary sewerage.
J. Wetland Impacts
i) Identify the federal manual used for identifying and delineating
jurisdictional wetlands.
ii) Have wetlands been avoided as much as possible?
iii) Have wetland impacts been minimized?
iv) Mitigation measures to compensate for habitat losses.
v) Wetland impacts by plant communities affected.
vi) Total impacts of wetland impacts.
vii) List the 401 General Certification numbers requested from DEM.
Written concurrence of 401 Water Quality Certification may be required for this project.
Applications requesting coverage under our General Certification 14 will require written
concurrence.
oldfarm.sco
cc: Eric Galamb

Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Planning and Assessment El Project located in 7th floor library
Project Review Form
Project Number: County: Date: Date Response Due (firm deadline):
This project is being reviewed as Indicated below:
Regional Office/Phone Regional Office Area In-House Review
? Asheville ? All RIO Areas oil and Water El Marine Fisheries
? Fayetteville Air Coastal Management Water Planning

? Mooresville Water ? Water Resources Environmental Health

Raleigh Groundwater

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Wildlife ?Solld Waste Management
and Quality Engineer Forest Resources ? Radiation Protection
? Washington ? Recreational Consultant Land Resources ? David Foster

? Wilmington ?Coastal Management Consultant Parks and Recreation ?Other (specify)

? Winston-Salem ? Others

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? No objection to project as proposed
? No Comment
? Insufficient information to complete review
? Approve
? Permit(s) needed (permit files have been checked)
? Recommended for further development with recommendations for
strengthening (comments attached)
? Recommended for further development if specific & substantive
changes incorporated by funding agency (comments
attached/authority(ies) cited)
In-House Reviewer complete individual response.
? Not recommended for further development for reasons
stated in attached comments (authority(ies) cited)
?Applicant has been contacted
? Applicant has not been contacted
? Project Controversial (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement needed (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement not needed
? Full EIS must be required under the provisions of
NEPA and SEPA
? Other (specify and attach comments)
nciunn IV:
Melba McGee
, Division of Planning and Assessment by Due Date shown.
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JAMES G. MARTIN
GOVERNOR
THOMAS J. HARRELSON
SECRETARY
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
P.O. BOX 25201
RALEIGH 27611-5201
MEMORANDUM TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 24, 1992
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DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
WILLIAM G. MARLEY, JR., P.E.
STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATOR
Mrs. Chrys Baggett, Director
State Clearinghouse
Dept. of Administration
L. J. Ward, P. E.
Manager of Planning & E vironmental
Old Farm Road Extension, from NC 125 to US 158, Halifax
County, State Project 9.8043045, T.I.P. #U-2720
The Planning and Environmental Branch has begun studies for extending
Old Farm Road from NC 125 to US 158. This project is included in the
1991-1997 North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program with right of
way acquisition and construction scheduled for fiscal years 1995 and 1996
respectively.
The proposed improvements consist of extending Old Farm Road as a
five-lane curb and gutter facility. It is anticipated that after
construction, NC 125 will be routed along the project.
Please provide any information you might have that would be helpful in
evaluating potential environmental impacts for this project. Also identify
any permits and approval which may be required by your agency.
Your comments will be used in preparation of a State Environmental
Assessment. If the Environmental Assessment indicates that the proposed
highway improvements will have no significant effects on the human
environment the project will proceed as a "Finding of No Significant
Impact" (FONSI). Should the Environmental Assessment identify significant
impacts, then a draft Environmental Impact Statement will be prepared and
you will be notified at the start of the scoping process.
It is desirable that your agency respond by June 15, 1992 in order
that your comments can be used in preparation of the environmental
assessment for this project.
If you have any questions concerning this project, please contact
Janice Jackson, Project Engineer, Telephone [phone].
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NOTICE OF A CITIZENS INFORMATION WORKSHOP
ON THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF NC 125 (OLD FARM ROAD
EXTENSION) FROM NC 125 TO US 158 IN ROANOKE RAPIDS
Project 9.8043045 U-2720 Halifax County
The North Carolina Department of Transportation will hold the
above Citizens Informational Workshop on March 30, 1993 at
the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall, 700 Jackson Street in
Roanoke Rapids between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
This will be an open house meeting and interested citizens
may attend at their convenience during the above hours.
Department of Transportation representatives will be present
to answer questions and receive comments concerning the
project.
The proposed project will construct a five lane facility on
new location. Additional right of way will be required for
this project.
Anyone desiring additional information about the workshop may
contact Missy Dickens, Project Planning Engineer, at P.O. Box
25201 Raleigh, NC 27611 or at [phone].
NCDOT will provide reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids
and services for any qualified disabled person interested in
attending the workshop. To request the above you may call
Ms. Dickens at the above number no later than seven days
prior to the date of the workshop.
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