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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MICHAEL F. EASLEY
GOVERNOR
January 20, 2006
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
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Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615

ATTN: Mr. Todd Tugwell
NCDOT Coordinator
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Subject: Nationwide Permit 33 Application for replacement of Bridge No. 109
over Birch Fork Creek on SR 1767 in Rockingham County, Federal Aid Project
No. BRZ-1767(2), State Project No. 33595.1.1, Division 7, TIP No. B-4253.
Please see the enclosed Pre-Construction notice (PCN), permit drawings, design plans and
Categorical Exclusion (CE) for the subject project. The NCDOT plans to replace the 90-foot
nMw Bridge No. 109 with a 95 feet single span box beam on reinforced concrete end bents on piles
with a clear roadway width of 28 feet-2 inches. The new bridge will be constructed
approximately 30 feet east of the existing alignment with slight road widening of the approaches.
Traffic will be detoured off-site during construction. There will be 0.01 acres of temporary
surface water impacts associated with the project.
IMPACT TO WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES
General Description: The project is located in the Roanoke River basin (Sub-basin 03-02-03),
Hydrologic Unit Code no. 03010103). The jurisdictional resource in the project area is Birch
Fork Creek. The Division of Water Quality stream index number for Birch Fork Creek is
22-48-4. The channel of Birch Fork Creek is approximately 25 feet wide and has an average
depth of 10 feet. On the day of a site visit in August, 2001, the average stream flow was
moderate and measured approximately 15 feet wide and 1 foot deep. The normal water depth of
Birch Fork Creek is 2 feet deep. The substrate is composed of gravel, sand and silt.
At this location Birch Fork Creek has a best usage classification of C. Best usage of Class C
waters are defined as aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation
and agriculture. No Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW), High Quality Waters (HQW), WS-I,
or WS-II Waters occur within 1.0 mile of the project study area.
MAILING ADDRESS: LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TELEPHONE: [phone] CAPITAL BLVD.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS FAX: [phone] PARKER LINCOLN BUILDING, SUITE 168
1598 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG RALEIGH NC 27604
RALEIGH NC 27699-1598

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
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MICHAEL F. EASLEY LYNDO T+
GOVERNOR SECRETAR
January 20, 2006
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls.o£Neuse.Road.
Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27615
ATTN: Mr. Todd Tugwell
NCDOT Coordinator
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Subject: Nationwide Permit 33 Application for replacement of Bridge No. 109
over Birch Fork Creek on SR 1767 in Rockingham County, Federal Aid Project
No. BRZ-1767(2), State Project No. 33595.1.1, Division 7, TIP No. B-4253.
Please see the enclosed Pre-Construction notice (PCN), permit drawings, design plans and
Categorical Exclusion (CE) for the subject project. The NCDOT plans to replace the 90-foot
Bridge No. 109 with a 95 feet single span box beam on reinforced concrete end bents on piles
with a clear roadway width of 28 feet-2 inches. The new bridge will be constructed
approximately 30 feet east of the existing alignment with slight road widening of the approaches.
Traffic will be detoured off-site during construction. There will be 0.01 acres of temporary
surface water impacts associated with the project.
IMPACT TO WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES
General Description: The project is located in the Roanoke River basin (Sub-basin 03-02-03),
Hydrologic Unit Code no. 03010103). The jurisdictional resource in the project area is Birch
Fork Creek. The Division of Water Quality stream index number for Birch Fork Creek is
22-48-4. The channel of Birch Fork Creek is approximately 25 feet wide and has an average
depth of 10 feet. On the day of a site visit in August, 2001, the average stream flow was
moderate and measured approximately 15 feet wide and 1 foot deep. The normal water depth of
Birch Fork Creek is 2 feet deep. The substrate is composed of gravel, sand and silt.
At this location Birch Fork Creek has a best usage classification of C. Best usage of Class C
waters are defined as aquatic life propagation and survival, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation
and agriculture. No Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW), High Quality Waters (HQW), WS-I,
or WS-II Waters occur within 1.0 mile of the project study area.
MAILING ADDRESS: LOCATION:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TELEPHONE: [phone] CAPITAL BLVD.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS FAX: [phone] PARKER LINCOLN BUILDING, SUITE 168
1598 MAIL SERVICE CENTER WEBSITE: WWW.NCDOT.ORG RALEIGH NC 27604
RALEIGH NC 27699-1598
Permanent Impacts: There will be no permanent impacts to surface waters or wetlands associated
with this project. The new bridge will span the creek avoiding permanent impacts to surface
waters. No end bents will be placed in the water. The project will not impact wetlands.
Temporary Impacts: There will be 0.01 acres of surface water impacts (25 feet of existing
channel impacts) due to dewatering during construction of a lateral V ditch. This ditch will be
constructed northeast of the new bridge. No temporary wetland impacts are associated with this
project.
Bridge Demolition: Bridge No. 109 was constructed in 1951 and includes a three-span
superstructure composed of a six-inch reinforced concrete deck on 1-beams supported by timber
piles and concrete caps. The structure has been temporarily strengthened with a steel,crutch.
The bridge superstructure has a total depth of 2.2 feet and is approximately 12 feet above the
creek bed. The existing bridge is 90 feet long and 22 feet wide.
Since the existing bridge spans Birch Fork Creek, no fill from demolition is expected to be
placed into Waters of the United States. All guidelines for bridge demolition and removal will
be followed in addition to Best Management Practices for the Protection of Surface Waters. This
project is classified as Case 3 in that there are no special restrictions other than those outlined in
Best Management Practices for the Protection of Surface Waters and Bridge Demolition and
Removal.
Utility Impacts: Utility impacts are expected to be low. Bell South has an underground service
along the west side of SR 1767. Duke power has an aerial service along the east side of SR 1767
with cable television attached. Tele Cov aerial facilities are currently attached to Duke Power's
poles.
Duke Power will remove the existing pole line and set a new pole line on the east side (the same
side) of SR 1767 with BellSouth and Tel Cov attached to the new pole line. The new pole will
be located at the Right of Way edge approximately 20 -25 feet from the existing pole line.
BellSouth's existing buried fiber optic cable will be abandoned and the new aerial facility
installed with joint use of Duke Energy pole line. Tele Cov existing aerial facilities will be
relocated to Duke's Power's pole line. No jurisdictional impacts will occur from the above
utility pole relocations. There are no sewer or water lines in the project area.
FEDERALLY PROTECTED SPECIES
Plants and animals with a 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 USFWS lists 2 Federally -
Protected species, as of January 29, 2003, for Rockingham County. The species under federal
protection are listed in Table 1.
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Table 1. Federallv Protected Snecies for Rockin¢ham Cnunty
Common Name Scientific Name Federal Status Habitat Biological
Conclusion
James Pleurobema Endangered No No Effect
s in ussel collina
Smooth Echinacea Endangered Yes No Effect
Coneflower laevi ata
Pleurobema collina (James spinymussel)
Freshwater mussel surveys were conducted on March 27, 2003 by NCDOT Biologists in areas
which possessed'anysuitable habitat." Survey limits went to'an estimated 1300 feet downstream
to 330 feet upstream of the existing bridge. A total of 0.75 person-hours were spent during the
survey. No mussels were found. Given the survey results and unsuitable habitat, it is apparent
that the James spineymussel does not occur in the project footprint. Based on this information a
"No effect" conclusion was drawn.
Echinacea laevigata (Smooth Coneflower)
Suitable habitat for the smooth coneflower is present within the road shoulders portions of the
project area. A plant by plant survey for smooth coneflower, within the road shoulders area, was
conducted on August, 2001 by NCDOT biologists. No specimens were found during surveys.
A resurvey for smooth coneflower was conducted on October 6, 2005. The area to be surveyed
was determined by locating the right-of-way limits on the design sheets and finding on-site
monument stakes with corresponding station numbers. A plant by plant survey was conducted in
suitable habitat along the road shoulders and one field in the right-of-way area. Approximately 2
man-hours were spent completing surveys. No specimens were found during surveys. A review
of the NC Natural Heritage Program database of rare species and unique habitats on July 29,
2005 revealed that no known populations occur within 1.0 mile of the project study area. No
impacts to the smooth coneflower are anticipated.
AVOIDANCE, MINIMIZATION and MITIGATION
Avoidance and Minimization:
Avoidance examines all appropriate and practicable possibilities of averting impacts to "Waters
of the US". The NCDOT is committed to incorporating all reasonable and practicable design
features to avoid and minimize jurisdictional impacts and to minimize impacts as part of the
project design. Practical means to minimize impacts to surface waters temporarily impacted by
the project include:
Project Specific Measures-
• During construction road closure is planned and traffic will diverted to an off-site detour
• The bridge is to be expanded to 95 feet from the existing length of 90 feet
• No end bents are to be placed in Birch Fork Creek
• No rip rap will be placed in jurisdictional wetlands
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• Avoidance of wetlands: The project design was developed to keep the footprint of the
proposed project away from the wetlands in the southwest quadrant
• Bridge drain holes are located away from the stream channel, not over the channel
• Temporary workpad(s) will be placed in uplands away from the stream channel
Standard Measures-
Best Management Practices will be followed for this project as outlined in "NCDOT's Best
Management Practices for Construction and Maintenance Activities"
• Reduction of runoff velocity, re-establishment of vegetation on exposed areas, judicious
pesticide and herbicide usage, minimization of in-stream activity and litter/debris control
• Installation of temporary silt fences, earth berms and temporary ground cover during
construction' :...
Mitigation: No mitigation is proposed because of temporary impacts.
REGULATORY APPROVALS
Section 404 Permit: It is anticipated that the temporary impacts of dewatering from construction
of the V ditch will be authorized under a Section 404 Nationwide Permit 33. We are therefore
requesting the issuance of a Nationwide Permit 33 for the temporary dewatering impacts from the
lateral V ditch construction.
Section 401 Permit We anticipate 401 General Certification number 3366 will be applicable to
this project. All general conditions of the Water Quality Certification will be met. Therefore, in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H, Section .0500(a) and 15A NCAC 2B .0200 we are providing 2
copies of this application to the•North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources, Division of Water Quality for their notification.
Thank you for your time and assistance with this project. A copy of this permit application will
be posted on the NCDOT website at http://www.ncdot.org/doh/preconstruct/pe/neg/permit.html.
Please contact Susan Thebert at [phone] or [e-mail] if you have any
questions or need any additional information.
Sincerely,
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D
Environmental Management Director, PDEA
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Mr. John Hennessy, NCDWQ (2 Copies)
Mr. Travis Wilson, NCWRC
Mr. Gary Jordan, USFWS
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Dr. David Chang, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. Greg Perfetti, P.E., Structure Design
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Mr. MarZiStaley, Roadside Environmental
Mr. J. M. Mills, P.E., Division Engineer
Mr. Jerry Parker, DEO
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Mr. Jay Bennett, P.E., Roadway Design
Mr. Majid Alghandour, Programming and TIP
Mr. Art McMillan, P.E., Highway Design
Mr. John Williams, PDEA Project Planning Engineer
Mr. Scott McLendon, USACE, Wilmington
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Office Use Only: Form Version March 05
20060 1 28
USACE Action ID No. DWQ No.
(If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".)
1. Processing
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
® Section 404 Permit ? Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
? Section 10 Permit ? Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
® 401 Water Quality Certification ? Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NW
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here:
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII,
and check here: ?
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page
4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: ?
II. Applicant Information
Owner/Applicant Information
Name: Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Environmental Management Director
Mailing Address: 1598 Mail Service Center
Telephone Number: [phone] Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail Address:
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name: NA
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
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III. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
1. Name of project: Replace Bridge #109 on SR 1767 over Birch Fork Creek
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): B-4253
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN): N/A
4. Location
County: Rockingham Nearest Town: Mayfield
Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A
Directions to site (include road numbers/names, landmarks, etc.): From US 29 north of
Reidsville exit on SR 1767 north. Travel north approximately 2 to 2.5 miles (past SR 2023)
to Birch Fork Creek bridge.
5. Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): 36.4881 ON 79.5592 °W
6. Property size (acres): 1305 feet long x 30 feet wide = 0.90 acres
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water: Birch Fork Creek
8. River Basin: Roanoke
(Note - this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/mgps/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project
at the time of this application: The project is in a rural area just south of Mayfield. The
area immediately surrounding the bridge is forested with adjacent farmlands.
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10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: The
NCDOT proposes to replace the existing 90 foot bridge no. 109 with a 95 foot single span
box beam on reinforced concrete end bents on piles. The end bents will be placed on either
side of Birch Fork Creek. The new bridge will be constructed approximately 30 feet east of
the existing alignment with slight widening of the approaches. Traffic will be detoured off-
site during construction. There will be 25 feet (0.01 acres) of temporary surface water
impacts due to dewatering from construction of a lateral V ditch. A temporary work-pad will
be installed away from the creek in the uplands. Construction equipment will include heavy
duty trucks, earth moving equipment, cranes etc. -
11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: The existing bridge, constructed in 1951, is
considered structurally deficient and obsolete. The timber bridge piles have deteriorated and
Bridge no. 109 has been temporary strengthened with a steel crutch to maintain traffic. The
replacement bridge will result in a safer traffic operations.
IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and
certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.NA
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application.
NA
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. Each impact must be
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listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems.
Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate.
Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for
wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional
space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts: Temporary impacts include 25
feet- or 0.01 acres from dewatering due to construction of a lateral -V ditch. A temporary
workpad is to be placed in uplands. Slight widening of the upland approaches is anticipated.
2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts include, but are not limited to
mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation, flooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams,
separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding.
Wetland Impact
Site Number
(indicate on map)
Type of Impact Type of Wetland
(e.g., forested, marsh,
herbaceous, bog, etc.) Located within
100-year
Floodplain
(es/no) Distance to
Nearest
Stream
(linear feet) Area of
Impact
(acres)
NA

Total Wetland Impact (acres)
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property:0_0
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4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip-rap, crib
walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed,
plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams
must be included. To calculate acreage, multiply length X width, then divide by 43,560.

Stream Impact

Number
(indicate on map)

tream Name

ype of Impact

Perennial or
Intermittent? Average

Stream Width
Before Impact Impact

Length
(linear

feet)
Area of

Impact
(acres)
1 Birch Fork Creek Dewatering Perrenial 15' 25' Temp

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0.0 ac
Temp
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Total Stream Impact (by length and acreage)
25' Temp 0.01 ac
Temp
5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dredging, flooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc.
Open Water Impact
Site Number
indicate on ma Name of Waterbody
(if applicable)
Type of Impact Type of Waterbody
(lake, pond, estuary, sound, bay,
ocean, etc.) Area of
Impact
acres
NA

Total Open Water Impact (acres)
6. List the cumulative impact to all Waters of the U.S. resulting from the project:
Stream Impact (acres): 0.01
Temp.
Wetland Impact (acres):
Open Water Impact (acres):
Total Impact to Waters of the U.S. (acres)
Total Stream Impact (linear feet): 0.01
Temp.
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ? Yes ® No
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Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
8. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ? uplands ? stream ? wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): NA
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.): NA
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond: NA
Size of watershed draining to pond: NA Expected pond surface area: NA
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. See attached permit application
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
USACE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
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aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete.
An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's
Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/strmgide.html.
1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
NA
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, check the NCEEP
website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): NA
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): NA
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): NA
Amount of Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): NA
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): NA
IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ® No ?
2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note: If you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
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Yes ® No ?
3. If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please
attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ® No ?
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
1. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
(Meuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes ? No
2. If "yes", identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers.
If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the
buffer multipliers.
Zone* Impact Multiplier Required
(square feet) Mitigation
1 NA 3 (2 for Catawba)
2 1.5
Total I I I
* Zone 1 extends out 30 feet perpendicular from the top of the near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
3. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e.,
Donation of Property, Riparian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, or Payment into the
Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified
within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0244, or .0260. NA
XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss
stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from
the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level.NA
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XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
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.
NA
XIII. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ? No
Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ? No
XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in additional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ? No
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
XV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
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Rockingham County
Bridge No. 109 on SR 1767
Over Birch Fork Creek
Federal Aid Project No. BRZ-1767(2)
State Project No. 8.2511501
W.B.S. No. 33595.1.1
T.I.P. No. B-4253
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
Approved:
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DATE Gregory J. Thorpe, PhD, Environmental Manager
Project Development & Environmental Analysis Branch
DATE John F. Sullivan, III, P.E. Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
Rockingham County
Bridge No. 109 on SR 1767
Over Birch Fork Creek
Federal Aid Project No. BRZ-1767(2)
State Project No. 8.2511501
W.B.S. No. 33595.1.1
T.I.P. No. B-4253
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
Documentation Prepared in
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch By:
October 2004
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Jo L. Williams, PE
Project Planning Engineer
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William T. Goodwin Jr., PE, t Head
Bridge Replacement Planning nit
PROJECT COMMITMENTS:
Rockingham County
Bridge No. 109 on SR 1767
Over Birch Fork Creek
Federal Aid Project No. BRZ-1767(2)
State Project No. 8.2511501
W.B.S. No. 33595.1.1
T.I.P. No. B4253
There are no special commitments for this project.
Programmatic Categorical Exclusion Page 1 of 1 _
Green Sheet
August 2004
Rockingham County
Bridge No. 109 on SR 1767
Over Birch Fork Creek
Federal Aid Project No. BRZ-1767(2)
State Project No. 8.2511501
W.B.S. No. 33595.1.1
T.I.P. No. B-4253
INTRODUCTION: Bridge No. 109 is included in the 2004-2010 North Carolina Department of
Transportation (NCDOT) Transportation Improvement Program and is eligible for the Federal-
Aid Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program. The location is shown in Figure 1. No
substantial environmental impacts are anticipated. The project is classified as a Federal
"Categorical Exclusion".
1. PURPOSE AND NEED STATEMENT
Bridge No. 109 includes a three-span superstructure composed of a six-inch reinforced concrete
deck on I-beams. The original substructure includes reinforced concrete caps on timber piles.
The structure has been temporarily strengthened with a steel crutch.
Bridge Maintenance Unit records indicate the bridge has a sufficiency rating of 23.2 out of a
possible 100 for a new structure. The bridge is considered structurally deficient with structural
appraisal of 2 out of 9 according to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines and
therefore eligible for FHWA's Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program.
Wear and tear resulting from increasing traffic, aging (53 year old) bridge components,
increasing maintenance costs, and a structure that has required a temporary crutch to maintain
traffic all justify the replacement of this bridge.
II. EXISTING CONDITIONS
The project is located in the northeast corner of Rockingham County (see Figure 1). The area
contains a mix of agricultural and forested land.
SR 1767 is classified as a rural minor collector in the Statewide Functional Classification System
and it is not a National Highway System Route. This route is not a designated bicycle route.
In the vicinity of the bridge, SR 1767 has an 18-foot pavement width with 4-foot grass shoulders.
The roadway grade is relatively flat through the project area. While the bridge is in a tangent
section, curves begin just off either end of the bridge. The roadway is situated approximately
13 feet above the streambed.
The existing bridge (see Figure 3) was constructed in 1951. The overall length of the structure is
90 feet. The clear roadway width is 22 feet. The bridge is posted with weight restrictions of
17 tons for single vehicles and 22 tons for truck-tractor semi-trailers.
Utility impacts are anticipated to be low to moderate. Bell South has an underground service
along the west side of SR 1767 (aerial across Birch Fork Creek). Duke Power has an aerial
service along the east side of SR 1767 with cable television attached.
The current traffic volume of 600 vehicles per day (VPD) is expected to increase to 1100 VPD
by the year 2030. The projected volume includes one-percent truck-tractor semi-trailer (TTST)
and two-percent dual-tired vehicles (DT). There is no posted speed limit in the project area. The
School Bus Transportation Director has indicated there are two school busses currently utilizing
the road.
There were no accidents reported in the vicinity of Bridge No. 109 during a check of a recent
three-year period.
III. ALTERNATIVES
A. Project Description
The replacement structure will consist of a 90-foot long bridge on an alignment shifted
approximately 30 feet east of the existing alignment. Traffic will be detoured offsite during
construction
The roadway grade of the new structure will be approximately the same as the existing facility at
this location. The bridge will be of sufficient width to provide for two 11-foot lanes and 3-foot
offsets. Roadwork for the shifted alignment will begin approximately 550 feet to the south of
the existing bridge and approximately 670 feet north of the existing bridge.
The existing roadway approaches will be widened to a 22-foot pavement width to provide two
11-foot lanes. Eight-foot (11-foot where guardrail is required) grass shoulders will be provided
on each side. This roadway will be designed as a rural minor collector with a 60 mile per hour
design speed.
Although the horizontal alignment will be improved with the proposed design, a design
exception will still be required for horizontal alignment. To improve beyond the proposed
becomes impractical considering topographic and environmental constraints and keeping cost in
mind.
B. Reasonable and Feasible Alternatives
Only one build alternative was developed as a feasible alternative. Bridge No. 109 will be
replaced on a shifted alignment with a new bridge (See Figure 2). Traffic will be detoured offsite
during construction.
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C. Alternatives Eliminated From Further Consideration
The "do-nothing" alternative will eventually necessitate closure of the bridge. This is not
acceptable due to the traffic service provided by SR 1767.
Timber bridge components typically do not last beyond 30 to 40 years of age due to the natural
deterioration rates of wood. Past a certain degree of deterioration, structures with timber piles
become impractical to maintain and are programmed for replacement, as is the case for this
bridge. The bridge has been temporarily crutched to remain in service.
Because of the proximity of the reverse curves on the existing alignment, replacing on the
existing location would have required construction of a transition of superelevation on the bridge
that is impractical. In addition, the widening of the approaches required to meet the desired cross
section would have impacted the wetlands in the southeast quadrant. For these reasons, replacing
on the existing location was not developed as a feasible alternative.
Since an acceptable (see reasoning in Section D below) offsite detour is present, an onsite detour
was not considered.
D. Preferred Alternative
Bridge No. 109 will be replaced on a shifted alignment as shown in Figure 2. Traffic will be
detoured offsite during construction (see Figure 1).
There were four primary factors considered in developing the proposed alignment:
There is an acceptable offsite detour present. A 3.0-minute additional travel time (2.2-
miles additional travel) would result from the offsite detour (see Figure 1). According to
NCDOT Guidelines for Evaluation of Offsite Detours For Bridge Replacement Projects a
project with a 9-month duration of road closure and an additional travel time of less than
5 minutes is considered an acceptable delay in consideration that there are no mitigating
circumstances. Rockingham County Emergency Services and the School Bus
Transportation Director for Rockingham County have indicated that an offsite detour is
acceptable.
The design was developed to allow for proper super elevation transition off the proposed
bridge.
The design was developed to keep the footprint of the proposed project off the wetlands
in the southwest quadrant (see Figure 2).
The design was developed to keep the cost to a minimum.
NCDOT Division 7 concurs with this proposed recommendation.
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IV. ESTIMATED COSTS
The estimated costs for the build alternative is as follows:
Item Alternate 1
Structure $ 176,000
Roadway Approaches 305,000
Structure Removal 16,000
Eng. & Contingencies 104,000
Mobilization & Miscellaneous 224,000
Total Construction Cost $ 825,000
Right-of-way Costs $ 49,000
Total Project Cost $ 870,000
V. NATURAL RESOURCES
A. Physical Resources
Water Resources
One stream, Birch Fork Creek, will be directly impacted by the proposed project. Birch Fork
Creek is located in sub-basin 03-02-03 of the Roanoke River Basin. The channel of Birch Fork
Creek, in the project vicinity is approximately 25 feet wide and has an average depth of 10 feet.
The average streamflow was moderate and measured approximately 15 feet wide and 1 feet deep.
The substrate is composed of gravel, sand and silt. Streams are assigned a best usage
classification by the DWQ. The classification of Birch Fork Creek [Index no. 22-48-41 is C.
The "C" classification denotes freshwaters suitable for aquatic life propagation and survival,
fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation and agriculture.
Neither High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS-I: undeveloped watersheds or
WS-II: predominately undeveloped watersheds) nor Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
occur within 1.0 mile of project study area.
Agricultural activities may serve as a source for various forms of nonpoint source pollutants.
Land clearing and plowing may disturb soils to a degree where they are susceptible to erosion,
which can lead to sedimentation in streams. Sediment is the most widespread cause of nonpoint
source pollution in North Carolina. Pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and land application of
animal wastes can be transported via runoff to receiving streams and can potentially elevate
concentrations of toxic compounds and nutrients. Animal wastes can also be a source of
bacterial contamination and can elevate biochemical oxygen demand (BOD). Drainage ditches
on poorly drained soils enhance the transportation of stormwater into surface waters
(NCDEHNR-DEM, 1993).
Biotic Resources
Four communities are found in the project study area: Maintained/Disturbed, Piedmont/Low
Mountain Alluvial Forest, Forested Wetland and Piedmont Perennial Stream. Community
boundaries within the study areas are well defined without a significant transition zone between
them, and terrestrial faunal species likely to occur within the study area will exploit all
communities for shelter and foraging opportunities or as movement corridors.
Table 1. Anticipated Impacts to Biotic Communities
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Maintained/Disturbed 0.80
Piedmont Alluvial Forest 0.63
Forested Wetland 0.37
Total: 1.8
Note: Values cited are in acres.
Bridge Demolition
Bridge No. 109 is composed of timber, steel and concrete. It is likely that the bridge can
removed without dropping components into the water.
Permits
One wetland system is present within the project area. It is classified using the classification
scheme of Cowardin et al. (1979) as Palustrine, forested, broad-leaved deciduous, temporarily
flooded (PFOIA).
Birch Fork Creek is the only jurisdictional surface water, under Section 404 of the Clean Water
Act (33 U.S.C. 1344), present within the project study area. Discussion of the biological,
physical and water quality aspects of these streams are presented in previous sections of this
report.
Impacts to jurisdictional surface waters are anticipated. In accordance with provisions of section
404 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1344), a permit will be required from the USACE for the
discharge of dredged or fill material into "Waters of the United States".
A Section 404 Nationwide Permit 33 CFR 330.5(a) (23) is likely to be applicable for all impacts
to Waters of the United States from the proposed project. This permit authorizes activities
undertaken, assisted, authorized, regulated, funded or financed in whole, or part, by another
Federal agency or department where that agency or department has determined that pursuant to
the council on environmental quality regulation for implementing the procedural provisions of
the National Environmental Policy Act.
A North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ) Section 401 Water Quality Certification is
required prior to the issuance of the section 404 permit. Section 401 of the Clean Water Act
requires that the state issue or deny water certification for any federally permitted or licensed
activity that may result in a discharge to Waters of the U.S.
Federally-Protected Species
Plants and animals with federal classifications 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. Currently the US Fish & Wildlife
Service lists two federally-protected species for Rockingham County (Table 3).
Table 3. F
for
County
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Pleurobema collina James spinymussel Endangered
Echmacea laevigata Smooth coneflower Endangered
SMOOTH CONEFLOWER ENDANGERED
Suitable habitat for smooth coneflower is present within the road shoulder portions of the project
study area. A plant by plant survey for smooth coneflower, within the road shoulder area, was
conducted on August 27, 2001 by NCDOT biologists Karen M. Lynch and Lynn Smith. No
specimens were found during the survey. A review of the NC Natural Heritage Program
database of rare species and unique habitats on December 7, 2001 revealed that no known
occurrences of smooth coneflower occur within 1.0 mile of the project study area. Therefore,
project construction will not affect smooth coneflower.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION NO EFFECT
JAMES SPINYMUSSEL ENDANGERED
NCDOT Environmental Specialists Karen Lynch, Mary Frazer and Sharon Snider visited the
project site on March 27, 2003. Freshwater mussel surveys were conducted in any areas which
possessed suitable habitat. Survey limits went to an estimated 1300 feet downstream to 330 feet
upstream of the existing bridge. A total of 0.75 person-hours were spent during the survey. No
mussels were found. Given the survey results and unsuitable habitat, it is apparent that the James
spinymussel does not occur in the project footprint.
BIOLOGICAL CONCLUSION NO EFFECT
Federal Species of Concern and State Listed Species
Heller's trefoil (Lotus helleri) is the only Federal Candidate and State listed species listed for
Rockingham County. The species' state status is as "Candidate" species. Candidate species are
very rare in North Carolina generally due to habitat destruction. These species are also either
rare throughout their ranges or disjunct in North Carolina from a main range in a different part of
the country or world. Also included are species which may have 20-50 populations in North
Carolina, but fewer than 50 populations rangewide. If present land use trends continue,
candidate species are likely to merit listing as Endangered or Threatened. Suitable habitat for
Heller's trefoil does exist in the study area. This data is provided for information purposes as
the status of this species may be upgraded in the future.
A review of the NCNHP database of rare species and unique habitats revealed no records of
North Carolina rare and/or protected species in or near the project study area. Surveys for this
species were not conducted during the site visit, nor was the species observed.
VI. CULTURAL RESOURCES
A. Compliance Guidelines
This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
of 1966, as amended, implemented by the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's
Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at Title 36 CFR Part 800. Section 106
requires Federal agencies to take into account the effect of their undertakings (federally funded,
licensed, or permitted) on properties included in or eligible for inclusion in the National Register
of Historic Places and afford the Advisory Council a reasonable opportunity to comment on such
undertakings.
B. Historic Architecture
The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources has reviewed this project and determined
that no structures of historic significance will be affected by the project (see attached letter).
C. Archaeology
The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources has reviewed this project and determined
that there are no likely archaeological resources of historic significance that could be affected by
the project (see attached letter) and a survey is not required.
VII. GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
The project is expected to have an overall positive impact. Replacement of an inadequate bridge
will result in safer traffic operations.
The project is considered to be a Federal "Categorical Exclusion" due to its limited scope and
lack of substantial environmental consequences.
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The bridge replacement will not have an adverse effect on the quality of the human or natural
environment with the use of the current North Carolina Department of Transportation standards
and specifications.
The project is not in conflict with any plan, existing land use, or zoning regulation. No change in
land use is expected to result from the construction of the project.
No adverse impact on families or communities is anticipated. Right-of-Way acquisition will be
limited. No relocatees are expected with implementation of the proposed alternative.
No adverse effect on public facilities or services is expected. The project is not expected to
adversely affect social, economic, or religious opportunities in the area.
The proposed project will not require right-of-way acquisition or easement from any land
protected under Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act of 1966.
The Farmland Protection Policy Act requires all federal agencies or their representatives to
consider the potential impact to prime farmland of all land acquisition and construction projects.
There are no soils classified as prime, unique, or having state or local importance to be affected
by the project.
This project is an air quality "neutral" project, so it is not required to be included in the regional
emissions analysis and a project level CO analysis is not required. If vegetation is disposed of by
burning, all burning shall be done in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations of the
North Carolina State Implementation Plan (SIP) for air quality in compliance with 15 NCAC
2D.0520.
Noise levels could increase during construction but will be temporary. This evaluation completes
the assessment requirements for highway traffic noise of Title 23, Code of Federal Regulation
(CFR), Part 772 and for air quality (1990 Clean Air Act Amendments and the National
Environmental Policy Act) and no additional reports are required.
An examination of records at the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources, Division of Environmental Management, 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.
Rockingham County is a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program. There are no
practical alternatives to crossing the floodplain area. Any shift in alignment will result in an
impact area of about the same magnitude. The proposed project is not anticipated to increase the
level or extent of upstream flood potential.
On the basis of the above discussion, it is concluded that no substantial adverse environmental
impacts will result from implementation of the project.
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James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor i
Betty Ray McCain, Secretary
January 8, 2001
MEMORANDUM
'Cultural Resources
Division of Archives and History
William S. Price, Jr., Director
To: William D. Gilmore, P.E., Manager
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
From: David Brook
Deputy State Histo Preservation Officer
Re: Replacement of Bridge No. 109 on SR 1767 over Birch Fork Creek,
TIP No. B-4253, Rockingham County, ER 01-7937
On November 28, 2000, April Montgomery of our staff met with North Carolina Department of
Transportation (NCDOT) staff for a meeting of the minds concerning the above project. She
reported our available information on historic architectural and archaeological surveys and resources
along with our recommendations. NCDOT provided project area photographs and aerial
photographs at the meeting.
upon our review of the photographs and the information discussed at the meeting, we offer our
inary comments regarding this project.
In terms of historic architectural resources we are aware of no historic structures located within the
area of potential effect. We recommend that no historic architectural survey be conducted for this
project.
There are no known archaeological sites within the proposed project area. However, there is a fairly
large floodplain. Therefore, we require more detailed drawings of the bridge location, replacements
and any detours and approach work prior to making our recommendations.
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 any questions concerning the above
comment, contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, Environmental Review Coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
Lisbeth C. Evans, Secretary
Jeffrey J. Crow, Deputy Secretary
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
David L. S. Brook, Administrator
September 17, 2002
MEMORANDUM
TO: John Williams
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Division of Highways
Department of Transportation
FROM: David Brook r ?? g w 'L.
Deputy State ?isto?lc Preservation Officer
SUBJECT: Replacement of Bridge No. 109 on SR 1767 over Birch
Fork Creek, TIP No. B-4253, Rockingham County, ER 01-7937
Division of Historical Resources
David J. Olson, Director
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Thank you for your letter of August 8, 2002, forwarding additional information for the above project.
Given the limits of the proposed project and the hydrological characteristics of the proposed bridge
replacement, we do not recommend any archaeological investigation in connection with this project.
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. In all future
communication concerning this project, please cite the above-referenced tracking number.
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cc: Matt Wilkerson, NCDOT
Location Mailing Address Telephone/Fax
Xdministration 507 N. Blount St, Raleigh, NC 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh 27699-4617 [phone] •733-8653
Restoration 515 N. Blount St, Raleigh, NC 4613 Mail Service Center, Raleigh 27699-4613 [phone].715-4801
Survey & Planning 515 N. Blount St, Raleigh, NC 4618 Mail Service Center, Raleigh 276994618 (919) 7334763 97154801