20100648 Ver 1_401 Application_20100810

USDA United States Forest National Forests in North Carolina 160 ZILLICOA ST STE A
Department of Service Supervisor's Office ASHEVILLE NC 28801-1082
Agriculture 828-257-4200
Ian McMillan
Acting Supervisor
NCDENR Division of Water Quality
401/Wetlands Unit
1650 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1650
Dear Mr. McMillan;
Enclosed are five (5) copies of a Pre-construction Notification (PCN) and a $240 processing fee
for the construction of a new trail bridge over Dutch John Creek, on the Uwharrie Ranger
District of the Uwharrie National Forest, in Montgomery County, North Carolina. The purpose
of this project is to construct a new trail bridge over a native ford currently used by OHV, horse,
and pedestrian trail users causing sedimentation of the creek. The new trail bridge will improve
water quality by eliminating or limiting sediment, hydrocarbons, and animal wastes from
entering the stream by keeping vehicles and trail users within the designated trail corridor. The
project includes excavation, abutment construction, bridge installation, rip-rap placement, trail
realignment and site restoration. This application is being made in order to comply with Section
404 of the Clean Water Act.
Based on our review of the authorized Nationwide Permits (NWP) we believe this project is
covered under NWP 14. To comply with PCN application instructions and NWP General
Condition 19 (b) we are requesting Section 401 water quality certification for this project.
Concurrent with this application, the PCN has been submitted to the US Army Corps of
Engineers for Section 404 permit approval.
If you have any questions, concerns, and/or require additional information, please contact me or
my representative, Cliff Northrop, at the following numbers;
Lynn Hicks [phone], e-mail - llhicks ,fs.fed.us
Cliff Northrop [phone], e-mail - cnorthrop(a)fs.fed.us
Sincerely,
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41 L. HICKS, PE
Engineering, Heritage and Recreation Staff
Officer
Enclosures: (5)
File Code: 7720-3-2
Date: August 5, 2010
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Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification PC Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing I PA if Pr)
1 a. Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps:
®Section 404 Permit El Section 10 Permit
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 14 or General Permit (GP) number:
1 c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ? Yes ® No
1 d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ? Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
? Yes ® No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes ® No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes ® No
1 g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h
below. ? Yes ® No
1 h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ® No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: Dickey Bell Trail Bridge@ Green Gap Road, ARRA Project CIM-0811-08T
2b. County: Montgomery
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Troy
2d. Subdivision name: Uwharrie Ranger District, Uwharrie National Forest
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no:
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: US Government - Managed by the USDA Forest Service
3b. Deed Book and Page No. N/A t? ISO
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if
applicable): Marisue Hillard, Forest Supervisor
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3d. Street address: 160 Zillicoa Street, Suite A Q;0
3e. City, state, zip: Asheville, NC 28801 pirp"'JE ROUAUTy
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3f. Telephone no.: "
828-257-4200 "' `'
3g. Fax no.: 828-257-4263
3h. Email address:
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ® Agent ? Other, specify:
4b. Name:
4c. Business name
(if applicable):
4d. Street address:
4e. City, state, zip:
4f. Telephone no.:
4g. Fax no.:
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name: Lynn L. Hicks, PE, Forest Engineer
5b. Business name
(if applicable): USDA Forest Service, National Forests in North Carolina
5c. Street address: 160 Zillicoa Street, Suite A
5d. City, state, zip: Asheville, NC 28801
5e. Telephone no.: 828-257-4243
5f. Fax no.: 828-257-4884
5g. Email address: [e-mail]
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): 6680 00 45 9698
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees):
Latitude: 35.3961 Longitude: - 80.0553
(DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1c. Property size: 3,109.75 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to Dutch John Creek
proposed project:
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: WS-IV, B; CA
2c. River basin: Yadkin
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
The project site is a low water creek crossing on the Dickey Bell Off-Road Vehicle Trail. This is a major crossing on a
heavily utilized trail. At times the trail is not passable due to high water. The surrounding property is forested public land
utilized mainly for recreational purposes such as hunting, fishing, equestrian trails and motorized trails.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
12,135 If
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The purpose is to replace a sub-standard, at grade stream crossing (ford) with a new prefabricated steel bridge that will
improve safety, limit or eliminate damage to resources and improve the productivity of this stretch of Dutch John Creek.
The key component is the elimination of vehicle and horse travel within the stream.
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
This project includes clearing and grubbing, placement of active erosion control measures, construction of new conrete
abutments and the placement of a prefabricated steel stringer bridge 60 feet long by 12 feet wide, placement of large
diameter (Class 5) riprap for scour protection at the southern abutment, realignment of the southern trail approach, site
restoration, seeding and mulching of disturbed areas. Stream work will be limited to that required to construct the new
bridge abutments, install the bridge, and place rip-rap. Equipment used to perform this work may include dump trucks,
track mounted hydraulic excavators, mobile crane, dozer, concrete pump truck and concerte delivery trucks.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
? Yes No ? Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
? Preliminary ? Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company:
Name (if known): Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
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5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for
this project (including all prior phases) in the past? ? Yes ® No ? Unknown
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
? Wetlands ® Streams - tributaries ? Buffers
? Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Temporary T
W1 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W2 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W3 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W4 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W5 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W6 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts 0
2h. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction Average Impact
number - (PER) or (Corps - 404, 10 stream length
Permanent (P) or intermittent DWQ - non-404, width (linear
Temporary (T) (INT)? other) (feet) feet)
S1 ®P ? T ConBstru tion Dutch John Creek ® PER
?INT ® Corps
?DWQ 10 40
S2 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S3 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S4 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S5 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S6 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts 40
3i. Comments: Completion of this project will improve the water quality of Dutch John Creek
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4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
Open water Name of waterbody
impact number - (if applicable) Type of impact Waterbody type Area of impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
01 ?P?T
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4E Total open water impacts 0
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed, then complete the chart below.
5a. 5b. 5c. 5d. 5e.

Pond ID
Proposed use or purpose Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet) Upland

number (acres)
of pond
Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes ? No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If an impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
? Neuse ? Tar-Pamlico ? Other:
Project is in which protected basin? ? Catawba ? Randleman
6b. 6c. 6d. 6f. 6g.
Buffer impact
number - Reason = Zone 2 impact
Permanent (P) or for Stream name (square feet)
Tem ora T im act
B1 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
B2 ? P ? T ? Yes
? No
B3 ?P?T ?Yes
? No
6h. Total buffer impacts
6i. Comments:
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D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1 a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
The installation of a bridge will eliminate off road vehicles, pedestrains, and horses from fording the stream. It will significantly
reduce or eliminate the introduction of sediment, oil, fuel, animal wastes and invasive species from Dutch John creek at this
location. Installation of rip-rap will prevent scour and stabilize slopes, revegetation of disturbed areas will stabilize the land
and prevent soil movement.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
When possible, equipment will be kept out of the stream channel. Stream crossings by equipment will also be kept at a
minimum. The trail will be closed to all users during the entire construction process. Erosion and sedimentation control
practices including silt fences, check dams, temporary and permanent revegetation of all disturbed areas. Erosion control
devices shall be checked regularly to ensure proper function.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State? ? Yes ® No
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps

2c. If yes, w hich mitigation option will be used for this
project. ? Mitigation bank
? Payment to in-lieu fee program

? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
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6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) - required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.

Zone 6c.
Reason for impact 6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier 6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
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E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ? Yes ® No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
? Yes ? No
Comments:
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? <1% %
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ? Yes ® No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: The impervious area is far less than I%
due to the large forested area in which the project site is located. Also, NCDENR BMP's have been incorporated in the
design and will be used throughout the construction process. When the bridge construction is complete, stormwater will
sheet flow over grassed slopes and swales. During construction, erosion and sediment control measures will be
maintained. Dutch John Creek will be protected through water management, construction sequencing, proper staging,
stockpiling material, and maintenance of the suitable channel capacity for the expected flow events. No equipment, fuel,
lubricants or other potential sources of water pollution will be stored in areas subject to flooding.
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, na rrative description of the plan:
? Certified Local Government
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? DWQ Stormwater Program
? DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project? NA
? Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs ? NSW
? USMP
apply (check all that apply): ? Water Supply Watershed
? Other:
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
? Coastal counties
? HQW
4a. Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply ? ORW
(check all that apply): ? Session Law 2006-246
? Other:
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached? ? Yes ? No
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ® Yes ? No
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5b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ® Yes ? No
F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1 a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ® Yes No
?
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ® Yes ? No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
letter.)
? Yes No
Comments: NEPA completed and approved by USDA Forest Service for a project
on Federal land. State Clearing House approval not required.
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0200)?
2b. Is this an after-the-fact permit application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ? Yes ® No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
Contract requires that portable sanitation facilities be provided during construction.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ? Yes
®No
habitat?
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ® Yes ? No
impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted. ® Raleigh
? Asheville
5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical
Habitat?
US Fish and Wildlife Service website. Critical Habitat Designations, Forest Service database of critical habitats. In
addition, Forest Service wildlife/fisheries biologist Sheryl Bryan was consulted. Note: The Forest Service has an
extensive database of sensitive and endangered species habitat on all Federal land managed by the Agency.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ? Yes ? No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
US Fish and Wildlife Service website, NatureServe, Natural Heritage database, and US Forest Service Essential Fish
Habitat database. In addition, Sheryl Bryan, US Forest Service Fisheries Biologist & Forest Service Fisheries and Wildlife
Program Manager was consluted. Based on the data and authority consulted it has been determined that there would be no
effects from the proposed work on essential fish or essential fish habitat.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal
governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation ? Yes ® No
status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in
North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
The NEPA Decesion Memo for the construction of the new structure considered cultural and archeological sites and
found the activity has no potential for effect to any cultural resources..
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? ? Yes ® No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? FIRM Panel Number 3710668000 K, Sept. 3, 2008
Lynn L. Hicks, PE 8/05/2010

Applicant/Agent's Printed Name Appli t/ ent's Signature Date
(Agent's ' ature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant
is provided.)
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United States Forest National Forests in
Department of Service North Carolina
Agriculture
160A 'Lillicoa Street
P.O. Box 2750
Asheville, NC 28802
828-257-4200
File Code: 1230 Date: November 21, 2005
Route To: (7100)
Subject: Delegation of Authority
To: Lynn L. Hicks, Engineering and Minerals Staff Officer
You are hereby delegated the authority to act as my Agent for all phases of the application
process for permits required by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, for road, bridge, culvert, and
facilities projects on the National Forests in North Carolina. You are authorized to make formal
application for all permits to the US Army Corps of Engineers, the North Carolina Division of
Water Quality, and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, provide all necessary
information, and sign all correspondence.
Include this letter as part of all applications for Section 404 permits to. the US Army Corps of
Engineers, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, and North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission.
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MARISUE HILLIARD
Forest Supervisor
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Decision Memo
for
Dickey Bell Trail Bridge
USDA, Forest Service
National Forests in North Carolina &- Uwharrie National Forest
Montgomery County, North Carolina
February 2010
PROPOSED ACTION:
It is my decision to install a bridge across Dutch John Creek on the Dickey Bell off-road vehicle
(ORV) connector trail. This bridge would span approximately 60 feet in length and 14 feet in
width, designed for single lane traffic. Concrete abutments would be installed on either side of
the creek and approaches raised to meet clearance requirements.
A more detailed description of the proposed action is available in the project file.
Location of Proposed Action:
The project area is located along the Dickey Bell ORV Trail (#96A), adjacent to Green Gap
Road (Forest System Road # 6584). The project is approximately 15 miles northwest of the town
of Troy.
Environmental Protection:
The following measures will be utilized to protect the environment and assure that any potential
impacts are minimized:
1. Install erosion control devices to limit sedimentation into Dutch John Creek.
2. Notify residents of Green Gap Shores when construction is expected to begin and post signs
to warn of equipment in roadway.
PURPOSE AND NEED:
The purpose of this project is to reduce ORV impacts to Dutch John Creek by removing vehicles
from the water in an effort to protect water resources. This section of the Dickey Bell trail has
been identified as an important ORV trail connector that carries significant amounts of vehicle
traffic not suited for Forest Service system roads. Vehicles using the existing low water crossing
are causing sedimentation of the creels and trail users are not staying within the trail corridor.
Construction of a bridge at this site will improve water quality and keep vehicles within the
designated trail corridor. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has identified. this
project for funding this year, thus the need to move forward with a project decision at this time.
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REASONS FOR THE DECISION:
I am making this decision to install a bridge at Dutch John Creek on the Dickey Bell ORV Trail
to address water quality issues and provide for trail user safety. This action will continue to
provide reasonable trail access to the Badin Lake ORV Trail System.
REASONS FOR CATEGORICALLY EXCLUDING THE PROPOSED ACTION:
An environmental analysis was conducted for this proposed action. As a result of that analysis, a
determination has been made that the proposal is in a category of actions that are excluded from
further documentation in an Environmental Assessment or an Environmental Impact Statement.
That category of exclusion was established by the Chief of the Forest Service and is documented
in the Federal Register, Volume 57, Number 182, page 43209, section 31.2 (1), Construction and
reconstruction of trails. This decision meets this category since the project involves maintenance
work to an existing trail system and construction of a trail bridge.
FINDINGS OF NO EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES:
An Interdisciplinary Team was formed from resource specialists on the National Forest in North
Carolina. That team consisted of a botanist, archaeologist, wildlife biologist, engineer, and
recreation specialist. These resource specialists did not identify any significant issues during
project review, and mitigation measures included as part of the project proposal addressed all
other concerns. Their reports are available in the project record, which is located in the District
office, and available upon request.
It was also determined through the environmental analysis that there were no extraordinary
circumstances or conditions, as listed in the Federal Register (Vol. 67, Num. 164, pg 54622,
section 30.3 (2)) related to this proposal that might cause the action to have significant effects.
Specifically, this determination is based upon the absence, among others, of adverse effects on
the following:
Federally listed threatened or endangered species or designated critical habitat, species
proposed for federal listing or proposed critical habitat, or Forest Service sensitive
species.
A Biological Evaluation was prepared for both terrestrial and aquatic animal species and
for plant species. There are no threatened, endangered, proposed, or regionally sensitive
plant or animal species identified in the project area, nor has the project area been
identified as critical habitat. It is determined that construction of the Dickey Bell ORV
trail bridge will have no direct, indirect or cumulative effects on any PETS species or
regional forester's sensitive species.
2. Flood plains, wetlands, or municipal watersheds.
The project is within a flood plain, but not within wetlands, or a municipal watershed.
However, there are no adverse impacts to the floodplain by construction of the trail
bridge.
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3. Congressionally designated areas, such as wilderness, wilderness study areas, or
National Recreation Areas.
This project is not within a wilderness, wilderness study area or National Recreation
Area. The closest wilderness area, the Birkhead Wilderness, is located approximately 15
miles to the northeast of the project area.
4. Inventoried roadless areas.
This project is not within any inventoried roadless area. There are no inventoried roadless
areas on the Uwharrie National Forest.
5. Research Natural Areas.
This project is not within a Research Natural Area. There are no Research Natural Areas
on the Uwharrie National Forest.
6 American Indians and Alaska Native religious or cultural sites.
Based on past environmental analysis for the project area and recent consultations with
American Indian tribal councils, there are no known uses of this area for religious or
cultural purposes.
7. Archaeological sites, or historic properties or areas.
An Archaeological Survey was completed and the conclusion from this survey stated
there would be no effect to heritage resources. A non-significant class III site was located
during the surveys, but this site has been cleared for construction work.
SCOPING AND PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
This proposal was developed during internal discussions among resource specialists who were
assigned to the project. Interdisciplinary Team members visited the project area and identified
resource issues and mitigation measures that would minimize effects. Recommendations from
those specialists have been included in the project design.
In addition to internal discussions, a scoping letter was mailed to 44 residents of Green Gap
Shores on December 18, 2009, requesting comment. No comments were received from the
public during scoping.
FINDINGS REQUIRED BY OTHER LAWS AND REGULATIONS:
All management practices and activities of the proposed action are consistent with management
direction, including standards and guidelines, in the Uwharrie National Forest Land and
Resource Management Plan (1986), which was developed in accordance with the National Forest
Management Act of 1976,16 USC 1604(1) and 36 CFR 219.10(e). This project is also consistent
with the National Environmental Policy Act (1969), the Endangered Species Act (1973), the
Federal Clean Water Act (1972), and the Clean Air Act (1977). This action does not result in
Environmental Justice issues, as defined in Executive Order 12898.
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IMPLEMENTATION DATE:
Implementation of this project will begin in the summer or fall of 2010. It will take
approximately 4 weeks to complete the project.
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW OR APPEAL OPPORTUNITY:
This decision is not subject to appeal pursuant to 36 CFR 215.12(0.
CONTACT PERSON:
For more information, contact:
SIGNATURE AND DATE:
Theresa Savery, Recreation Staff
Uwharrie National Forest
789 NC Hwy 24/27 East
Troy, North Carolina 27371
910-576-6391
Approved by: Qj Co"-U"-
DEBORAH WALKER
District Ranger, Responsible Official
Date
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