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STATE. OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201 DAVID McCoy.-
GOVERNOR - SECRET
November 22, 1999
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers`
Raleigh Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
ATTENTION: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer
NCDOT Coordinator
SUBJECT: Wilkes County,. Replace Bridge No. 249 on SR 1119 over Blood Creek
with a new structure on the existing alignment; TIP No. B-3072, State Project No.
8.2760701, Federal-Aid Project No. BRZ-1119(2).
Dear Sir:
Please find attached the Categorical Exclusion for the referenced project. The
North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace Bridge No.
249 with a new bridge structure on the existing alignment over Blood Creek. The new
structure will be a double barrel 2.1 meter (7-foot) by 2.4 meter (8-foot) precast
reinforced concrete box culvert (RCBC). The culvert will be approximately 18.2 meters
(60.0 feet) long to accommodate two 3.3-meter (11.0-foot) travel lanes. The culvert will
be countersunk 0.3 meters (1.0 foot) to allow unimpeded fish passage.
Bridge No. 249, constructed by NCDOT in 1963, carries SR 1119 over Blood
Creek in Wilkes County. It has one span that is 40 feet 6 inches in length. The deck and
bridge railings for the superstructure are composed of timber. The substructure is
composed of timber. Both the bridge rail and the substructure will be removed without
dropping them into Waters of the U.S. There is no potential for components of the deck
to be dropped into Waters of the U.S. during construction.
Blood Creek is the only jurisdictional surface water resource that will be
impacted. The recommended alternative includes no impacts to jurisdictional wetlands
and up to 24.4 meters (80.0 feet) of linear stream channel or 0.02 hectare (0.04 acre) of
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.qfp jurisdictional surface water impacts. The project is being processed by the Federal
Highway Administration as a "Categorical Exclusion" (CE) in accordance with 23 CFR
771.115(b). Therefore, we do not anticipate requesting an individual permit but propose
to proceed under a Nationwide Permit in accordance with 61 Federal Register 65874,
65916 (December 13, 1996).
We anticipate that 401 General Water Quality Certification No. 2734 (Categorical
Exclusion) will apply to this project, and are providing one copy of the,. CE document to
the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, . Division of
Water Quality, for their review. The NCDOT will adhere to the general conditions of the
401 Water Quality Certification; therefore, written authorization from the NC Division of
Water Quality is not required.
If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth L. Lusk at [phone], extension
335.
Sincerely,
C- William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Attachment
cc: Mr. David Franklin, USACE, Wilmington
Mr. Joe Mickey, NCWRC
Mr. John Dorney, NCDENR, DWQ
Mr. William J. Rogers, P.E., Structure Design Unit
Mr. John Alford, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Calvin W. Leggett, P.E., Program Development
Mr A.L. Hankins, P.E., Hydraulics Unit
Mr. W.E. Hoke, P.E., Division 11 Engineer
Ms. Debbie Barbour, P.E., Highway Design Engineer
Mr. Jay Bissett, Jr., P.E., Unit Head

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Wilkes County
SR 1119
Bridge No. 249
Over Blood Creek
Federal-Aid Project BRZ-1119(2)
State Project 8.2760701
TIP No. B-3072
Categorical Exclusion
US Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
and
NC Department of Transportation
Division of Highways
Approved:
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Planning and Environmental Branch, NCDOT
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Wilkes County
SR 1119
Bridge No. 249
Over Blood Creek
Federal-Aid Project BRZ-1119(2)
State Project 8.2760701
TIP No. B-3072
Categorical Exclusion
US Department of Transportation
Federal Highway Administration
and
NC Department of Transportation
Division of Highways
January 1998
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Wilkes County
SR 1119
Bridge No. 249
Over Blood Creek
Federal-Aid Project BRZ-1119(2)
State Project 8.2760701
TIP No. B-3072
Bridge No. 249 is located in Wilkes County on SR 1119 crossing Blood Creek. It
is programmed in the 1998-2004 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) as a bridge
replacement project. This project is part of the Federal-Aid Bridge Replacement Program
and has been classified as a "Categorical Exclusion." No substantial environmental
impacts are expected to result from this action.
I. SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS
• All standard procedures and measures will be implemented to avoid or minimize
environmental impacts. All applicable Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be
included and properly maintained during project construction.
Blood Creek does not support trout [North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission (NCWRC) letter in appendix]. However, it is designated by DWQ as Trout
Waters (Tr.), which are protected for natural trout propagation and survival of stocked
trout. The following environmental commitments will be implemented:
i NCDOT will consult with NCWRC on the replacement of this structure.
NCDOT's "Guidelines for Construction of Highway Improvement Adjacent
to or Crossing Trout Waters in North Carolina, October 2, 1992" will be
implemented and strictly adhered to during the life of the project.
• NCDOT's "Design standards in Sensitive Watersheds" will be strictly
adhered to during the design and construction of this project.
Heavy equipment will be operated from the bank rather than the stream bed
to reduce sedimentation and the introduction of other pollutants.
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• Wet concrete will not be allowed to come in contact with the steam water.
• The culvert will be countersunk 0.3 meters (1-foot) to allow unimpeded fish
passage.
• When construction plans are available, NCDOT will consult with Andrew
Duncan, Resource Manager, USACOE for a determination of impacts on flood storage at
the W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir.

II. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Bridge No. 249 will be replaced with a new structure (culvert) on the existing
alignment. Traffic will be maintained during construction on a temporary off-site detour.
The new structure will be a double barrel 2.1 meter (7-foot) by 2.4 meter (8-foot)
precast reinforced concrete box culvert (RCBC). The culvert will be approximately 18.2
meters (60 feet) in length and it will accommodate two 3.3 meter (11-foot) travel lanes.
The culvert will be countersunk 0.3 meters (1 foot) to allow unimpeded fish passage.
Approach work will extend approximately 122 meters (400 feet), from the west end
of the bridge and 122 meters (400 feet) from the east end of the bridge. The roadway
approaches include two 3.3 meters (11-foot) lanes and 1.8 meter (6- foot) shoulders. The
shoulder width will be widened an additional 1.0 meter (3.28 feet) where guardrail is used.
Based on preliminary design work, the design speed will be approximately 100 km/h (60
mph).
The temporary off-site detour will be approximately 9.7 km ( 6 miles) long. The
detour will utilize portions of the existing roadways along SR 1117, SR 1118 and SR 1114
as shown in figure 1.
The estimated cost of the project is $215,300, including $192,300 in construction
cost and $23,000 in right of way cost. The estimated cost of the project in the 1998-2004
TIP is $260,000.00. -
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IV. EXISTING CONDITIONS
SR 1119 is classified as a Rural Local in the Statewide Functional Classification
System. The speed limit along this section of road is 90 km/h (55 mph). The road
primarily serves local traffic in the southwest area of Wilkes County near Boomer. The
study area is primarily agricultural, with scattered farm residences.
The existing bridge was completed in 1963. It is 7.9 meters (26 feet) long and 5.8
meters (19 feet) in width providing for two travel lanes. It has an approximate 600 skew to
the creek.
According to the Bridge Maintenance Unit records the sufficiency rating of the
bridge is 46.9 out of a possible 100. Presently, the bridge is posted for maximum weights
of 12,700 kilogram (14 tons) for single vehicles and 15,422 kilograms (17 tons) for tractor-
truck semi-trailers.
The horizontal alignment is satisfactory for a distance of 304.8 meters (1000 feet)
beyond both ends of the bridge. The roadway in both directions has curves that
significantly reduce the safe operating speed below posted limit. Shoulder widths on both
ends of the bridge are approximately 1.5 meters (5 feet) wide.
Traffic volume is currently 500 vehicles per day (vpd) and projected to increase to
1100 vpd in the year 2020.
The Traffic Engineering Branch indicates that one accident has been reported within
the last three years in the vicinity of the bridge. This accident involved a vehicle skidding
on ice and striking the bridge rail.
I There are six (6) daily school bus crossings of the bridge, three (3) in the AM and
three (3) in the PM. The Wilkes County School Transportation Director indicated a
temporary off-site detour would not adversely impact school bus service to the two schools
that serve the project area.
There is no sign of fiber optic cable in the vicinity of the bridge. An aerial
telecommunication cable crosses the creek on the south side of the bridge. It then becomes
an underground utility line at or adjacent to the right of way limit on the east roadway
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approach. According to Moravian Falls Water Works, Inc. there are no public water or
sewer lines in the vicinity of the project. The utility impact rating for the project is low.
Agricultural fields exist on the north side of the bridge with fields and mixed
hardwood forest on the south side. Farm residences exist on both sides of the roadway both
east and west of the bridge.
Research of public environmental records and on site inspection did not find any
evidence of the presence of hazardous/toxic materials in the immediate project area.
IV. PROPOSED ALTERNATIVES
Two build alternatives, a "do-nothing" alternative and a rehabilitation alternative
were considered for the proposed improvement of Bridge No. 249 in Wilkes County.
Alternative A consists of constructing an on-site detour on the south (upstream) side
of the existing bridge, removing and replacing the bridge, while traffic is maintained on the
detour, removing the temporary detour and restoring the natural area upon completion of
the new structure and approaches. The design speed for the replacement structure and
approaches is 100 km/h (60 mph). The design speed of the temporary detour is 70 km/h
1K (43 mph). The approach work and the detour are approximately 411 meters (1350 feet).
Alternative B (recommended) consists of closing this section of SR 1119 during
construction and maintaining traffic via an off-site detour, to allow an existing location
replacement. The off-site detour will be along SR 1117, SR 1118 and SR 1114 for a
distance of approximately 9.7 km (6 miles) see Figure 1. This alternative is recommended
based on less cost and elimination on all temporary impacts due to the on-site detour. The
design speed for this alternative is 1004cm/h (60 mph). The approach work is estimated to
be 244 meters (800 feet) in length.
The "do-nothing" alternative is not feasible. This will require the closing of the
road as the existing bridge deteriorates to the point where it is unsafe at any posted weight
limits.
Rehabilitation of the existing deteriorating bridge is neither practical nor
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economically justifiable.
The NCDOT Eleventh Highway Division Engineer has reviewed the alternatives
and concurs in the recommendation.
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V. ANTICIPATED DESIGN EXCEPTIONS
No design exceptions are anticipated on this project.
VI. ESTIMATED COST
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ITEM Alternate A Alternate B.
COST (Recommended)
COST
New Structure $85,400 $85,400
Bridge Removal $12,900 $12,900
Approach Roadway $153,700 46,000
Temporary on-site detour $162,000
Engineering & Contingencies $86,000 48,000
Total Construction $500,000 $192,300
Right of Way $23,000 $23,000

Total Cost $523,000 $215,300
VII. RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS
Bridge No. 249 will be replaced with a new structure on the existing alignment over
Blood Creek. Traffic will be maintained on an off-site detour.
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The new structure will be approximately 18.2 meters (60 feet) in length and a
double 2.1 meters (7.0 feet) by 2.4 meters (8.0 feet) precast RCBC to accommodate two
3.3 meters (11 foot) lanes. It will be constructed at approximately the same elevation as
the existing bridge.
Approach work will extend approximately 122 meters (400 feet) from the west end
of the bridge and approximately 122 meters (400 feet) from the east end of the bridge. It
includes two 3.3 meters (11-foot) lanes and 2.8 meters (9-foot) shoulders tapering to 1.8
meters (6 feet) where guardrail is not required. Based on preliminary design work the
design speed will be approximately 100 km/h (60 mph).
The off-site detour will be approximately 9.7 km (6 miles) in length, along portions of SR
1117, SR 1118 and SR 1114. (See Figure 1)
VIII. NATURAL RESOURCES
The proposed project study area lies in a rural area of Wilkes County, approximately
10.0 kilometers (6.0 miles) southwest of Wilkesboro, North Carolina (Figure 1) The
project site lies within the Piedmont Physiographic Province.

Methodology
Information sources used to prepare this report include: U.S. Geological Survey
(USGS) Boomer quadrangle map (1966); Soil Conservation Service (SCS) soil maps of
Wilkes County (1982); United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) National
Wetlands Inventory Map (Boomer 1994); USFWS list of protected and candidate species
(1997); North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) database of rare species and
unique habitats (1997); NCDOT aerial photography of the project area (1:1200); North
Carolina Division of Environmental Management (NCDEM) water resource data; and
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) proposed critical habitat
information. Research using these resources was conducted prior to the field investigation.
A general field survey was conducted along the proposed project corridor on
February 3, 1997. Plant communities and their associated wildlife were identified using
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a variety of observation techniques including active searching, visual observations with
binoculars, and identifying characteristic signs of wildlife (sounds, tracks, scats, and
burrows).
Impact calculations were based on the worst-case scenario using the full 24.4 meter
(80.0 foot) wide right of way limits and the width of the replacement structure, the width
of the stream for aquatic impacts, and the length of the project approaches. The actual
construction impacts should be less, but without specific replacement structure design
information the worst-case was assumed for the impact calculations.
Definitions for areal descriptions used in this report are as follows: "project study
area," "project area," and "project corridor" denote the specific area being directly
impacted by each alternative. "Project vicinity" denotes the area within a 1.6 kilometer (1.0
mile) radius of the project area.
Topography and Soils
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The topography of the project vicinity is characterized as rolling hills with moderate
to steeply sloping banks along the major streams. Project area elevation is approximately
330 meters (1080 feet) above mean sea level.
According to the soil map for Wilkes County (SCS, 1982), the specific map unit
within the creek channel is mapped as Chewacla loam. This map unit is described as
frequently flooded, nearly level (0 to 2 % slopes), somewhat poorly drained soil on flood
plains along streams. Chewacla loam contains hydric inclusions in low spots and in stream
channels. On the west side of Blood Creek, the project area is dominated by Masada sandy
clay loam (8 to 15 % slopes), which is a well drained, eroded soil found on stream terraces
adjacent to flood plains along streams. The northeastern quadrant of the project area is
mapped as Dogue fine sandy loam (1 to 6 % slopes), which is a moderately well drained,
rarely flooded soil on low stream ter-Faces adjacent to the flood plains. The southeastern
quadrant of the project area is mapped as Pacolet sandy loam (15 to 25 % slopes). This soil
is well drained and is on ridges and side slopes on Piedmont uplands. No hydric soils are
mapped within the project area. These soil types were confirmed in the field by taking soil
borings.
Biotic Resources
Living systems described in the following sections include communities of
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associated plants and animal. These descriptions refer to the dominant flora and fauna in
each community and the relationship of these biotic components. Classification of plant
communities is based on a system used by the NCNHP (Schafale and Weakley, 1990).
Scientific nomenclature and common names (when applicable) are used for the plant and
animal species described. Subsequent references to the same species include the common
name only. Vascular plant names follow nomenclature found in Radford et al. (1968).
Terrestrial and aquatic wildlife were determined through field observations, evaluation of
habitat, and review of field guides and other documentation (Conant, 1958; Farrand, 1993;
Robbins et al., 1966; and )Whitaker, 1980).
Terrestrial Communities
The predominant terrestrial communities found in the project study area are man-
dominated and mesic mixed hardwood forest communities. Dominant faunal components
associated with these terrestrial areas are discussed in each community description. Many
species are adapted to the entire range of habitats found along the project alignment but
may not be mentioned separately in each community description.
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Man-Dominated Community
This highly disturbed community within the project area includes the road shoulders
and the fields in the northeast, northwest, and southeast quadrants of the project area.
There is also a utility easement along SR 1119 which crosses the creek on the south side
Z of the bridge (Figure 2). Many plant species are adapted to these disturbed and regularly
maintained areas. Regularly maintained areas along the road shoulders and fields are
dominated by fescue (Festuca spp.), ryegrass (Lolium spp.), wild onion (Allium cernuum),
dandelion (Taraxacum off cinale), and plantain (Plantago spp.). Additional species in the
powerline easement include foxtail (Alopecurus carolinianus), panic grass (Panicum spp.),
blackberry (Rubus spp.), aster (Aster spp.), Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica),
greenbrier (Smilax rotundifolia), and smooth sumac (Rhus glabra).
The animal species present in these disturbed habitats are opportunistic and capable
of surviving on a variety of resources, ranging from vegetation (flowers, leaves, fruits, and
seeds) to both living and dead faunal components. On the day of the site visit, an Eastern
meadowlark (Sturnella magna), turkey vulture (Cathartes aura), and Northern mockingbird
(Mimus polyglottos), were observed in the field in these areas. Tracks of raccoon (Procyon
lotor) and signs of beaver (Castor canadensis) activity were also observed. Species such
as Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginiana), Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus), Eastern wood
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peewee (Contopus virens), American robin (Turdus migratorius), red-shouldered hawk
(Buteo lineatus), striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis), Eastern mole (Scalopus aquaticus),
black racer (Coluber constrictor), and rat snake (Elaphe obsoleta) are often attracted to
these disturbed habitats.
Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest
This community occurs in the southeast and southwest quadrants of the project area.
These areas occur on the slopes on either side of Blood Creek.
The canopy layer is dominated by tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), black
cherry (Prunus serotina), Virginia pine (Pinus virginiana), shortleaf pine (P. echinata),
American beech (Fagus grandifolia), and red oak (Quercus rubra). The understory
includes red maple (Acer rubrum). The shrub layer is sparse and includes scattered Eastern
red cedar (Juniperus virginiana), American holly (Ilex opaca), tall deerberry (Vaccinium
staminium) and Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense). The herbaceous layer includes
Christmas fern (Polystichum acrostichoides), and Japanese honeysuckle.
On the day of the site visit, a song sparrow (Melospiza melodis), American crow
(Corvus brachyrhynchos), and signs of beaver activity were observed in the field. Other
species which may reside or forage in these areas include downy woodpecker (Picoides
` pubescens), Eastern bluebird (Sialia sialias), white breasted nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis),
Eastern phoebe (Sayornis phoebe), white-tailed, deer (Odocoileus virginianus), white footed
mouse (Peromyscus leucopus), Eastern chipmunk (Tamias striatus), Eastern box turtle
(Terrapene carolina carolina), five-lined skink (Eumeces fasciatus), Eastern garter snake
(Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis), and American toad (Bufo americanus).
There are no hydrologic indicators or hydric soils present within the project area.
Aquatic Communities
The aquatic community in the project area exists within Blood Creek. Located
approximately 10.0 meters (33.0 feet) downstream of the bridge is a beaver dam which is
restricting the flow of the creek and causing ponding. Within the area under the bridge, the
width of the ponded water is approximately 11.0 meters (36.0 feet) wide. On the day of the
field investigation the ponded water was turbid and stagnant. The depth of the pond is
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approximately 0.6 to 1.5 meters (2.0 to 5.0 feet). The bottom of the pond was only visible
along the edge. The substrate consisted of silt.
Downstream (north) of the beaver impoundment, the creek is approximately 1.0 to
1.5 meters (3.3 to 4.9 feet) wide. On the day of the site visit, the current was moderately
fast and the water was slightly turbid. The depth of the creek ranges from 0.1 to 0.2 meters
(0.3 to 0.6 feet) in this area. The substrate consisted of a fine, micaceous sand with some
cobbles and riffle areas.
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Scattered vegetation along the creek banks includes tag alder (Alnus serrulata), black
cherry, red maple, aster, blackberry, and Japanese honeysuckle.
On the day of the site visit, a tesselated darter (Etheostoma olmstedi) was observed
in the creek. Animals such as the Eastern painted turtle (Chrysemys picta picta), Northern
water snake (Natrix sipedon sipedon), and bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana) may also reside or
forage within this aquatic community or along the waters edge. Macroinvertebrates such
as larvae of the mayfly (Ephemeroptera), stonefly (Plecoptera), and caddisfly (Trichoptera)
would be expected to be found within the snag habitats and within the riffle areas
downstream of the beaver impoundment in the creek. On the day of the site visit, mayfly
larvae were collected by dipnetting in the creek.
According to Joseph Mickey, District 7 Biologist for the NCWRC, species that
would likely be found in the project area of Bridge No. 249 may include rosyside dace
(Clinostomus funduloides), redlip shiner (Notropis chiliticus), creek chub (Semotilus spp.),
bluehead chub (Nocomis leptocephalus), and fantail darter (Etheostoma flabellare). Also,
redbreast sunfish (Lepomis auritus) from the nearby reservoir may be found in this area.
. According to Fish (1968), there are no fisheries data available for Blood Creek.
Data from Warrior Creek, which has its confluence with Blood Creek approximately 2
kilometers (1.2 miles) downstream of the project area, was available. Warrior Creek had
limited fishing significance due to heavy siltation. Warrior Creek has been given an
ecological classification type of "sucker," indicating that faunal types may include suckers
(family Catastomidae), warmouth (Lepomis gulosus), and rock bass (Ambloplites rupestris).
Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities
Biotic community impacts resulting from project construction are addressed
separately as terrestrial impacts and aquatic impacts. However, impacts to terrestrial
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communities, particularly in locations exhibiting gentle slopes, can result in the aquatic
community receiving heavy sediment loads as a consequence of erosion. Construction
impacts may not be restricted to the communities in which the construction activity occurs.
Efforts will be made to ensure that no sediment leaves the construction site.
Terrestrial Communities
The mesic mixed hardwood forest and the man-dominated communities serve as
.i nesting, foraging and shelter habitat for fauna. Removal of plants and other construction
related activities will result in the displacement and mortality of faunal species in residence.
Individual mortalities are likely to occur to terrestrial animals from construction machinery
used during clearing activities.
Calculated impacts to terrestrial resources reflect the relative abundance of each
community present in the study area. Project construction will result in clearing and
it degradation of portions of these communities. Often, project construction does not require
the entire right of way; therefore, actual impacts may be considerably less. Alternate B will
have the least overall impact to the terrestrial and aquatic communities, as traffic will be
detoured off site. Table 1 details the anticipated impacts to terrestrial and aquatic
communities by habitat type.
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TABLE 1
ANTICIPATED IMPACTS TO
TERRESTRIAL and AQUATIC COMMUNITIES
HECTARES ACRES
Bridge No. 249 Man- Mixed Aquatic Combined
Replacement Dominated Hardwood Community Total
Impacts Community Forest
Alternate A 0.75(l.86) 0.02 (0.04) 0.02 (0.04) 0.79(l.94)
Temporary 0.18 (0.44) 0.07 (0.18) <0.01 (0.01) 0.25 (0.63)
Alternate B 0.75(l.86) 0.02 (0.04) 0.02 (0.04) 0.79(l.94)
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NOTES:
Impacts are based on 24.4 meter (80 foot) right of way limits.
Actual construction impacts may be less than those indicated above,
calculations were based on the worst-case scenario.
Aquatic Communities
The aquatic community in the study area exists within Blood Creek. Alternate B
will result in the least disturbance of stream bottom (24.4 meters (80 feet) (0.02 hectare
/0.04 acres)) as traffic will be detoured off site. (This represents worst-case conditions;
actual disturbance area will likely be less.). In addition, impacts to the adjacent mesic
mixed hardwood forest and man-dominated communities can have a direct impact on
aquatic communities. Construction of the culvert and approach work will likely result in
an increase in sediment loads and water temperatures and a decrease in dissolved oxygen
in the short term. 'Construction activities can also increase the possibility of toxins, such
IL as engine fluids and particulate rubber, entering the waterways. The combination of these
factors can potentially cause the displacement and mortality of fish and local populations
of invertebrates which inhabit these areas. Construction will also result in the displacement
of beavers which currently inhabit the area.
Potential adverse effects to surface waters will be minimized through the use of
NCDOT's Best Management Practices, (BMPs), Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds
and "Guidelines for Construction Adjacent to or Crossing Trout Waters" as incorporated
into Erosion and Sedimentation Control plans that will be implemented and adhered to
during the life of the project for the protection of surface waters.
Water Resources
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This section describes each water resource and its relationship to major water
JL systems. The proposed project lies within the Yadkin-Pee Dee River drainage basin.
Water Resource Characteristics
Blood Creek is ponded due to a beaver impoundment within the proposed project
area with a width of 11.0 meters (36.0 feet). This section of the creek has a best usage
classification of WS-IV & B Tr from the North Carolina Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (NCDENR). Class WS - IV indicates waters protected as water supplies
which are generally in moderately to highly developed watersheds. Local programs to
control nonpoint sources and stormwater discharges of pollution shall be required in these
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waters. Class B indicates freshwaters protected for primary recreation, which includes
swimming on a frequent or organized basis. These waters are suitable for all Class C uses
which include secondary recreation, fishing, aquatic life including propagation and
survival, and wildlife. The designation of Tr indicates freshwaters protected for natural
trout propagation and survival of stocked trout. The Classification Index number for Blood
Creek is 12-30.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps
for Wilkes County indicates the project area lies in Zone A, where no base flood elevations
have been determined. (Figure 3)
Benthic macroinvertebrates, or benthos, are organisms that live in and on the bottom
substrates of rivers and streams. The DWQ uses benthos data as a tool to monitor water
quality as benthic macroinvertebrates are sensitive to subtle changes in water quality. The
DWQ also uses the North Carolina Index of Biotic Integrity (NCIBI) as another method to
determine general water quality. The method was developed for assessing a stream's
biological integrity by examining the structure and health of its fish community. According
to Ms. Nancy Guthrie, the DWQ of the NCDENR does not have any benthic
macroinvertebrate data or NCIBI data for Blood Creek. Ms. Guthrie also indicated that
there was no data available for any nearby locations that would give reliable information
about the water quality at this site.
The Wilkes County Watershed Map (1994) indicates that the project area is not
within a Critical Area. There are no water resources classified as High Quality Waters
(HQW), water supplies (WS-1 or WS-II), or Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) within
1.6 kilometers (1.0 miles) of the project area.
A review of point-source dischargers located within the project vicinity was
conducted. Point- source dischargers located throughout North Carolina are permitted
through the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System program. Any discharger
is required to register for a permit. There are no point-source dischargers within the project
vicinity.
Non-point source refers to runoff that enters surface waters through stormwater flow
or no defined point of discharge. In the project area, stormwater runoff from SR 1119 and
runoff from any fertilizer or pesticides used on the agricultural fields within the project area
may cause water quality degradation.
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Anticipated Impacts to Water Resources
Impacts to the water resources will result due to the placement of a culvert in the
river channel. In the short term, construction of the culvert and approach work will
increase sediment loads. Although flow is very slow in these areas, additional sediment
loading can reduce flow further and result in a decrease in oxygen levels.
The NCDOT, in cooperation with DWQ, has developed a sedimentation control
program for highway projects which adopts. formal BMPs for the protection of surface
waters. The following are methods to reduce sedimentation and water quality impacts:
• "Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds"
• "Guidelines for Construction of Highway Improvements Adjacent or Crossing
Trout Waters in North Carolina, October 2, 1992"
• strict adherence to BMPs for the protection of surface waters during the life of the
project
• reduction and elimination of direct and non-point discharge into the water bodies
and minimization of activities conducted in streams
• placement of temporary ground cover or re-seeding of disturbed sites to reduce
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• reduction of clearing and grubbing along streams
• investigation of the need to include hazardous spill catch basin(s)
Special Topics
Jurisdictional Issues: Waters of the United States
Wetlands and surface waters fall under the broad category of "Waters of the United
States" as defined in 33 CFR 328.3 and in accordance with provisions of Section 404 of the
Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1344). Waters of the United States are regulated by the United
States Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE).
No wetlands will be impacted by the subject project as Blood Creek has well
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defined banks within the bridge replacement corridor. Investigation into wetland occurrence
in the project impact area was conducted using methods of the 1987 Wetland Delineation
Manual. Project construction cannot be accomplished without infringing on jurisdictional
surface waters. Anticipated surface water impacts fall under the jurisdiction of the
USACOE. Alternate B (Recommended) will impact up to 24.4 meters (80 feet) linear or
0.02 hectare (0.04 acre) of jurisdictional surface water due to the proposed replacement of
Bridge No. 249.
Permits
In accordance with provisions of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 USACOE,
1344), a permit will be required from the USACOE for the discharge of dredged or fill
material into "Waters of the United States."
Since the subject project is classified as a Categorical Exclusion, it is likely that this
r project will be subject to the Nationwide Permit Provisions of 33 CFR 33-.5 (A) 23. This
permit authorizes any activities, work and discharges undertaken, assisted, authorized,
regulated, funded or financed, in whole or in part, by another federal agency and that the
activity is "categorically excluded" from environmental documentation because it is
included within a category of actions which neither individually nor cumulatively have a
significant effect on the environment. However, final permit decisions are left to the
discretionary authority of the USACOE and DWQ.
A 401 Water Quality Certification, administered through the NCDENR, will also
be required. This certificate is issued for any activity which may result in a discharge into
waters for which a federal permit is required.
Foundation investigations will be required for the project. The investigations will
include test borings in soil and/or rock for in situ testing as well as obtaining samples for
laboratory testing. This may require test borings in streams. These activities are covered
under Nationwide No. 6 / 401 Certification No. 327.
This project is located in Wilkes County which is designated as a "trout county." However,
NCWRC has advised that Blood Creek does not support trout. The DWQ stream
classification is WS-IV&B Tr. which indicates that it is protected for trout stocking and
natural propagation. Thus, the more stringent BPM's will be incorporated into the erosion
and sedimentation control plans for this project.
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Mitigation
Since this project is covered by Nationwide Permit 23 and no wetland impacts are
anticipated, mitigation should not be required by the USACOE.
Surface water impacts on Blood Creek are estimated to be less than 24.4 meters (80
feet) in lengths. Mitigation for impacts to surface waters of less than 45.7 meters (150 feet)
of linear channel are generally not required by the USACOE. A final determination
regarding mitigation requirements rests with the USACOE and DWQ.
Rare and Protected Species
Some populations of plants and animals have been or are in the process of decline
due either to natural forces or their inability to coexist with humans. Rare and protected
species listed for Wilkes County, and any likely impacts to these species as a result of the
proposed project construction are discussed in the following sections.
I Federally Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classification of Endangered (E), Threatened (T),
Proposed Endangered (PE), and Proposed Threatened (PT) are protected under provisions
of Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) does not list any federally
protected species for Wilkes County as of the November 4, 1997 listing. One species, the
bog turtle (clemmys muhlenbergi), is listed as threatened due to similarity of appearance.
Clemmys muhlenbergi (Bog turtle)
Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance
Family: Emydidae
Date Listed: 01 May 1997
The bog turtle is North Carolina's smallest turtle, measuring 7 to 10 cm (3
to 4 in.) In length. It has a dark brown carapace and a black plastron. The bridge
orange or yellow blotch on each side of the head and neck is a readily identifiable
characteristic. The bog turtle inhabits damp grassy fields, bogs and marshes in the
mountains and western Piedmont.
The bog turtle is shy and secretive and will burrow rapidly in mud or debris
when disturbed. The bog turtle forages on insects, worms, snails, amphibians and
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seeds. In June or July, three to five eggs are laid in a shallow nest in moss of loose
soil. The eggs hatch in about 55 days.
The bog turtle is listed as Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance (T
S/A). This is due to its similarity of appearance to another rare species that is listed
for protection. T S/A species are not subject to Section 7 consultation and a
biological conclusion for this species is not required.
No habitat is present for the bog turtle within project corridor.
Federal Species of Concern
Federal Species of Concern (FSC) 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. Species designated as FSC are
defined as taxa which may or may not be listed in the future. These species were formerly
Candidate 2 (C2) species or species under consideration for listing for which there is
insufficient information to support listing. Some of these species are listed as Endangered,
Threatened, or Special Concern by the NCNHP list of Rare Plant and Animal Species and
are afforded state protection under the State Endangered Species Act and the North
_ Carolina Plant Protection and Conservation Act of 1979; however, the level of protection
given to state listed species does not apply to NCDOT activities. Table 2 includes listed
FSC species for Wilkes County and their state classifications.
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FEDERAL SPECIES OF CONCERN
WILKES COUNTY
Scientific Name North Carolina Habitat
Common Name Status Present
Dendroica cerulea SR Yes
Cerulean warbler
Speyeria dana SR No
Diana fritillary butterfly)
Juglans cinerea NL No
Butternut
Orthotrichum keeverae E No
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E Denotes Endangered (species which are afforded protection by state
laws).
T Denotes Threatened (species which are afforded protection by state
laws).
SR Denotes Significantly Rare (species for which population
monitoring and conservation action is recommended).
NL Denotes Not listed (species for which there is no state designation).
A search of the NCNHP database showed no recorded occurrences of any Federal
Species of Concern within the project vicinity.
Summary of Anticipated Impacts
Habitat is present for one FSC species, the cerulean warbler, within the mesic mixed
hardwood community. According to the NCNHP database, there have been no reported
occurrences of any Federal Species of Concern. No individuals were observed at the time
of the site visit.
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IX. CULTURAL EFFECTS
This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the National Historical
Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, implemented by the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at 35 CFR Part 800.
Section 106 requires that for federally funded, licensed, or permitted projects having an
effect on properties listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation can be given the opportunity to comment.
In a Concurrence Form, dated June 5, 1997; the State Historic Preservation Office
(SHPO) concurred that there are no historic architectural resources either listed in or
eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places located in the project's area
of potential effect. A copy of the SHPO form is included in the Appendix.
The SHPO, in a memorandum dated March 19, 1997, stated that no archaeological
survey is recommended if the bridge is replaced in its existing location. A copy of the
SHPO memorandum is included in the Appendix.
X. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
E The project is expected to have an overall positive impact. Replacement of the
inadequate bridge will result in safer traffic operations.
The bridge replacement will not have an adverse affect on the quality of the human
or natural environment with the use of current NCDOT standards and specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning regulation.
No significant change in land use is expected to result from construction of the project.
No adverse impact on families or communities is anticipated. No relocatees are
expected with implementation of the proposed alternatives.
- No adverse effect on public facilities or services is anticipated. The project is not
expected to adversely effect social, economic, or religious opportunities in the area.
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There are no publicly owned parks, recreational facilities, or wildlife and waterfowl
refugees of national, state, or local significance in the vicinity of the project.
No geodetic survey markers will be impacted.
The Farmland Protection Policy Act requires all federal agencies or their
representatives to consider the potential impacts to prime and important farmland soils by
all land acquisition and construction projects. Prime and important farmland soils are
defined by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service (SCS). Since the bridge will be replaced at
the existing location, the Farmland Protection Policy Act does not apply.
The project is an air quality "Neutral" project, so it is not required to be included
the regional emission analysis (If Applicable) and a project level CO analysis is not
required.
The project is located in Wilkes County, which has been determined to be in
compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. 40 CFR Part 51 is not
applicable because the proposed project is located in an attainments area. This project is
not anticipated to create any adverse effects on the air quality of this attainment area.
The traffic volumes will not increase or decrease because of this project. There are
no receptors located in the immediate project area. The projects impact on noise and air
quality will not be adverse.
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Noise levels could increase during construction but will be temporary. If vegetation
is disposed of by burning, all burning shall be done in accordance with applicable local
laws and regulations of the North Carolina SIP air quality in compliance with 15 NCAC
2d.0520. This evaluation completes the assessment requirements for highway traffic noise
(23 CFR Part 772) and for air quality (1990 CAAA and NEPA) and no additional reports
are required.
An examination of records at the North Carolina Department of Environment and
Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality, Groundwater Section and the North Carolina
Department of Human Resources, Solid Waste Management Section revealed no
underground storage tanks or hazardous waste sites in the project area.
Wilkes County is a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program. The
approximate 100-year floodplain in the project area is shown in Figure 3. The amount of
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floodplain area to be affected is not considered to be significant.
All borrow and solid waste sites will be the responsibility of the Contractor. Solid
waste will be disposed of in strict adherence to the NC Division of Highways "Standard
Specifications for Roads and Structures." The Contractor will observe and comply with
all laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees regarding the disposal of solid waste.
Solid waste will not be placed into any existing land disposal site that is in violation of state
or local rules and regulations. Waste and debris will be disposed of in areas that are outside
the right-of-way and provided by the Contractor. The Contractor will be responsible for
• obtaining borrow sites, delineating wetlands in borrow sites and obtaining written
concurrence on delineated wetlands in borrow sites from the Corps of Engineers. Borrow
material will not be stockpiled or disposed adjacent to or in areas where they may runoff
with stormwater into streams and impoundments. Where it is absolutely necessary to store
materials adjacent to streams, they will be stored above the mean highwater mark in such
a manner that they would not runoff with stormwater. Disposal of waste and debris will
not be allowed in areas under the Corps of Engineers regulating jurisdiction. In the event
that COE jurisdictional areas cannot be avoided, the Department will be responsible for
mitigation.
The Contractor will maintain the earth surface of all waste areas, both during the
construction phase and until the completion of all seeding and mulching, or other erosion
control measures specified, in a manner that will effectively control erosion and siltation
E into areas under the Corps of Engineers regulatory jurisdiction, streams and impoundments.
On the basis of the above discussion, it is concluded that no significant adverse
environmental effects will result from implementation of the project. The project is a
Federal "Categorical Exclusion due to its limited scope and lack of significant
environmental consequences.
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APPENDIX A
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Superintendent
Dr. Joseph H. Johnson
Associate Superintendent
Dr. Linda H. Greene
Assistant Superintendents
K. Wayne Barker
C. Eu.-ene Reavis
Jule 7, 1997

Wiftes Count Schoof

201 West :fain Street
Wilke sboro, North Carolina 28697
910-667-1121
910-838-5021 FAX

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Mr. Norman Willey
Wetherill Associates. Inc.
'1915 Waters Edse Drive
Suite 295
Raleigh. NC 27606
Dear Mr. Willey:
A few months ago I received written information from the Department of
Transportation, Division of Highways for "request for scoping" comments concerning
four bridges in Wilkes County. The information requested pertained to school bus travel
on these bridges and the impact to travel if the roads were closed during the replacement
of the bridges. After reviewing the routes in question, it was determined very little
impact to school bus transportation would occur with TIP No. B-3071, B-3072, or B-
,077. However, construction and closing the road on TIP No. B-3079 would cause a
routing problem for mutiple school buses, serving nearly twenty children at several
different schools. I spoke to Mr. Herman Lancaster in regards to the situation.
Sincerely yours.
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Charles Wooten, Director of Transportation
Wilkes County Schools
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
i P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO March 28, 1997
Special Studies and
Flood Plain Services Section
Mr. H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
?, Planning and Environmental Branch
North Carolina Division of Highways
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
,

This is in response to your four letters, all dated February 12, 1997, requesting
IL our scoping comments on five bridge replacements over various streams in Wilkes
County. These bridges include No. 249 on SR 1119 over Blood Creek (TIP No.
B-3072), Nos. 51 and 57 on NC 16 over Middle Fork Reddies River, (TIP No. B-3071),
No. 176 on SR 1706 over Hay Meadow Creek (TIP No. B-3077), and No. 146 on
SR 1730 over Harris Creek (TIP No. B-3079). Comments on these bridge
replacements are to be used in Planning and Environmental Studies (Categorical
Exclusions).
Our enclosed comments involve impacts to flood plains and jurisdictional
resources, which include waters, wetlands, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects.
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on these projects. If we can be of further
assistance, please contact us.
Sincerely,
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E. Shuford, Jr., P.E.
Acting Chief, Engineering and
Planning Division
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Page 1 of 2
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, WILMINGTON DISTRICT, COMMENTS ON:
Replacement of Five Bridges (Nos. 249, 51, 57, 176, and 146) in Wilkes County
1. FLOOD PLAINS: POC - Mr. Bobby L. Willis. Special Studies and Flood Plain Services
Section. at [phone]
All five proposed bridge replacement projects are located in Wilkes County, which has
had flood hazard areas identified on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). From a review of
several FIRM panels, dated May 1991 or September 1992, it appears that all crossings are
located in identified flood hazard areas, with the streams being mapped approximately. For
each location, we recommend that the flow-carrying capacity of the existing structure not be
reduced.
2. WATERS AND WETLANDS: POC - Mr. John Thomas. Raleigh Field Office. Regulatory
Branch. at [phone], Extension 25
Review of the subject project indicates that the proposed work may involve the discharge
of fill material into Blood Creek near Boomer, Hay Meadow Creek near Mulberry, Harris Creek
near Abshers, and Middle Fork Reddies River near Wilbar. Also, the projects are located in
one of the twenty-five mountain trout water counties. This requires that, before any discharge
of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States, the applicant will obtain a letter of
approval from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission with reference to impacts to
mountain trout water habitat and furnish that letter to the Wilmington District Engineer.
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All work restricted to existing high ground areas will not require prior Federal permit
authorization. However, Department of the Army permit authorization, pursuant to Section 404
of the Clean Water Act of 1977, as amended, will be required for the discharge of excavated
or fill material within the crossing of the aforementioned waters and wetlands. Specific permit
requirements will depend on design of the project, extent of fill work within streams and
wetland areas (dimensions, fill amounts, etc.), construction methods, and other factors.
At this point in time, construction plans are not available for review. When final plans are
completed, including the extent and location of development within any waters and wetlands,
the applicant should contact Mr. Thomas for a final determination of the Federal permit
requirements.
3. U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PROJECTS: POC - Mr. Dan Keir. Natural
Resources Management Section at [phone]
One of the proposed bridge replacements, No. 249 on SR 1119 over Blood Creek,
crosses land on which the Corps has flowage easements for the W. Kerr Scott Dam and
Reservoir project. When construction plans are available, please contact Mr. Andrew Duncan,
Resource Manager, at [phone], Extension 31, for a review of the plans to determine
impacts on flood storage.
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Federal Aid T I?QZ It %I 21 TIP n 8' ?2- County ?4i??E'?
CONCURRENCE FORIM FOR PROPERTIES NOT ELIGIBLE FOR
THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
Bre: Project Description ZSPI.A&e- 6Q?o4E t4 0' 2441 oN 41L 11141 pyrx- CQEEK- ( Io?E
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On JuaE C , 11011 , representatives of the
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Fcdc^I Hi2hwav Administration (FriwA)
? Nor-di C rolina State Historic Preservation OE ;,C. (SI1p0) X/
Othcr
frcvic:rcd the subject project at
A scoping meeting
? Historic arc:llt=mral rescurces photograph re-,ic`.v session/corsultarion
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All pa rocs present agrcd
th--rc arc- o pry.... Ics ovc. lltty }'C_rS OIC;ti'Itllln tl1C p/O(C...•S arca or pot tl,.I c./?..,
thC:C arc n0 DrOCC:,ICS 1CS3 than rears old which are cOnsiaC:cd to mc-.- Cr,'tc. icn
ConsidC anon G wit,hir, tale pro)ec: s arc an or potcntiai bribes.
? tl;cr., arc proecmacs over flip rears old Gist attac'-c-4) «ithin the projec:*s area of potential e:Tee*s,
but Dascd on the :astor,cal 1nrOr-natlOn availabie and the phctoszrachs of C: ca prccc^%, prcocr-LICS
E - ?-t #" Ac++p r?.ttS?
as A, arc considc:ca riot cl1Q1ble
for Na*-ionza Rcgistc. and no r*.l,c: evaluation of then is ncccssar.•.
t xrc are no National Rc_istcr-'listed prcpcnics wit:Iin the prcjcc:'s area of ctential c4E-ec:s.
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
James B. Hunt Jr., Govemor
Bettv Ray McCain, Secretary
March 19, 1997
MEMORANDUM
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TO: H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
Division of Highways
Department of Transportation
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FROM: David Brook
Deputy State Historic`Prreservation Officer
SUBJECT: Bridge Group XIII, Bridge 249 on SR 1119
over Creek, B-3072, State Project
8.2760701, ER 97-8558
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Division of Archives and History
Jeffrey J. Crow, Director
Thank you for your letter of February 12, 1997, concerning the above project.

We have conducted a search of our files and are aware of no structures of
historical or architectural importance located within the planning area. We look
forward to meeting with an architectural historian from the North Carolina
Department of Transportation to review the aerial and photographs of the project
area so we can make our survey recommendation.
We recommend that a survey be conducted to identify significant archaeological
resources only if construction is carried out on a new alignment. No survey is
recommended if the bridge is replaced in place.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations
for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill- Earley, environmental
review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
DB:siw
cc: N. Graf
B. Church
T. Padgett

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No-,-,h Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission''
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312 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1158, 919-733-3391
Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director

MEMORAvDUINI
T0: H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch. NCDOT
FROM,1: Stephanie E. Goudreau. hlt. Region Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program v = -?-' -
DATE: March 11. 1997
SUBJECT: Scoping comments for replacement of Bridge -4-119 on SR 1119 over an unnamed
tributary- to the Yadkin River. Wilkes County. TIP -B-3072.
This correspondence responds to a request by you for our review and preliminary
comments on the subject project.
The unnamed tributary to the Yadkin River does not support trout, and our comments to
the L .S. army Corps of Engineers during the 404 pe`rrriit process will reflect that. W _e have the
following general comments for minimizing adverse impacts to fisheries resources:
1) if concrete will be used, work must be accomplished so that %vet concrete does not contact
stream water. This will lessen the chance of altering the streams water chemistrv and
causing a fish kill.
Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank rather than in the stream channel in
order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of introduc.n`r other pollutants
into the stream.
Termporary or pen anent herbaceous vegetation should be planted on all bare soil within
15 days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-term erosion control If seeding is
done after 1 October 1997. then the N_CDOT should return after 1 -kpril 1995 to reseed if
necessary.
Thank you for the opportunirY to revie-,v and comment during the early stages of this
project. If you have any questions regarding these comments. please contact me at 704:652-

State of North Carolina
Departmnd Natural lResource's
Heal _h a
Division of Water Quality
Ja mes B. Hunt, Jr., G ove mor
Jonathan B. Howes, secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E:, Director
February 26. 1997
1`IL-1`1ORANDU11
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To: i\Ir. Byron Brady. NCDOT, Planning & Enviromnental
From: Cyndi Bell. NC Division of Water Quality v ?-
Subject; ??'ater Quality Checklist for Bridge Replacetn°eut Projects
Reference your correspondence dated February 12. 19J7Qittlnclicfor(fu bndse replacement prt?iensit-The
the scope of work to be performed by Wetherill Associates. _ its Division of 'Water Quality request- that NC DOrT and is n oof bridge r onsi e r the ollow ut_ generic
clivironmental commitments for dest_
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Stan Dl""'Q requests that DOT strictly adhere B.p02Cilirough ut desi(m s1 d1ctvzlstDction for this
(I-5A NCA -4
in Sensitive Watersheds
project in the area that drains to streamsB (WaCoter Water) or Tr
Resource Water), IIQ"'?' (High Qualit} Water),
(Trout Water) classifications to protect existing uses.
DWQ requests that bridges be replaced on eaQ1sures in acctrcl? rice wiilt(DWQ reyuir me tafort
all On-Bile detour is necessary, rem dtation m
:7361Nationwicle Permit No. 3 (Temporary Construction. Access and
General =101 Certification
Dev:ateriug) must be followed.
be ilistaed at bridge a D«NQ requests that hazardous spill c
classified ttch haihe number of catchtbasin installedtsho uld b°n
ssified as HQ VN7 or VVS (Water Supply).
determined by the design of the bridge. so that runoff would enter said basin(s) rather than
directly flowing into the stream.
To the maximum extent practicable. DOT should not install the brideue bents in the creek.
%Vctland impacts should be avoided (including sediment and erasion control
strucutresltneasures) to the maximum he clo' pracal. Cabo of for utiavoicl?thie hnepactenwaill`be that
minimize wetland iutpnpapa . tiluuld
WQ if imcts exceed one acre. Smaller impacts may require mitigation by the
required by D
U.S. Anny Corps oi'L-ngineers.
cated in wetlands. It is likely that cotrtpcusat ry mitigation
v,tste areas should not he lo
I3orrowh
will he required if wetlands are impacted by waste or borrow.
DWQ Prefers replacement of bridges with bridges. If the new structure is to be .? culvert, it
should he countersunk ut alto"' unimpeded tish passage through the crossing.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
Telephone [phone]
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FAX # [phone]
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Pai:e
if foundation test boriia"s will he required. ill iuon,Nu nber(3U217ill he culnent. INtti(n- idc PerniiL No`6 foral
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wars: is al)Proved under Gellend 401 Ceruf-i `
ourc-S
Survey Activities. Written concurrence from Lin Borth arolmaunt?unltrc?utCOllllheSCOlI1II11tiSlOi1
and L.S. Artnv CorP.< of En_.iue( rs is r( q
I. ded If this Project is processed as a Categorical Exclusion. NC11C)T shemi Q N1that lilaRultiolll`w l
be required if wetland impacts exceed one acre, it) ac.c(
NCAC 211.0506 (h)(_) }.
The attached table has been prepared by Dot Q for your assistance ins Nuying s\lst' slue vo lved in
U)ese briduc replacctnct)ts. This information includes the D Q
Classification. river basin, and preliminary comments for each crossing. Please note that NaLional
Wetland Inventory (.NTI I) map references are not to be replaced by onsite. wetland determinations by
qualified biolo_ists.
nut. DOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water Quality
Thank- you for your request for Dw Q iP
CCrLif-jcatioii requires satisfaction of water quality concerns, to ensure that water quality standards are met
86?in D? (Q other water
and desi`_nated uses are not last or Jearaded. Question,; regarding
yuaiit;; issues should be directed to Cyndi Bell at (919)
Sciences Dranch.
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