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Home My WebLink About20210260 Ver 1_PNG_Line_2_USFWS_Letter_2020205_ReducedFileSize_20210205F�2 hdrinc.com February 5, 2021 Mr. John Hammond U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Raleigh Field Office P.O Box 33726 Raleigh, NC 27636-3726 Subject: Online Project Review Request Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection Retrofit Project Bladen and Columbus Counties, North Carolina Dear Mr. Hammond, HDR, on behalf of our client Piedmont Natural Gas, has completed a threatened and endangered species survey for the construction activities associated with the proposed Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection (ILI) Retrofit Project (Project) located in Bladen and Columbus counties, North Carolina, as regulated under Section 7 and 9 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Figures 1, 2 & 3). The purpose of this letter is to report the biological conclusions for federally protected species listed in within the Study Area, and request review and comment on potential issues with federally protected species. Project Description Piedmont Natural Gas proposes to retrofit Line 2 to be efficiently assessed through ILI. Specifically, the Project involves the removal and installation of pipeline fittings such as ells, tees, valves, field bends, and other features that present an impediment to complete the ILI work within two segments of the natural gas line (Segment 2 and Segment 3). Segment 2 is a 12-inch-diameter high pressure steel gas main, measuring approximately 18.7 miles long. Segment 3 extends for approximately 19.9 miles, and is also a 12-inch-diameter high pressure steel gas main. ILI assessment of transmission pipeline assets is part of Piedmont Natural Gas's Transmission Integrity Management Program standards and practices. The Project area for the proposed retrofitting work is 13.32 acres and is comprised of five sites. Three sites are associated with Segment 2 (Issues 1, 2, and 3), and two sites are part of Segment 3 (Issues 1 and 2-5). Land use in the vicinity of the sites consists of agricultural fields, rural residential land, and open, undeveloped fields. The proposed Project will result in temporary wetland impacts and may require a Clean Water Act Section 404 Nationwide Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington Regulatory Field Office. The Project is expected to commence in March 2021. The enclosed project review package provides the information about the species, critical habitat, and bald eagles considered in our review, and the species conclusions table 400 S. Church Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 T 704.338.6700 F 704.338.6760 February 5, 2021 Mr. John Hammond Page 2 included in the package identifies our determinations for the resources that may be affected by the project. For additional information, please contact Eric Mularski at (704) 806-1521 or by email at eric.mularskia-hdrinc.com. Sincerely, HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas Eric Mularski, PWS Environmental Project Manager Attachments: Photographs Species Conclusion Table Figure 1. Project Vicinity Figure 2. Project Aerial Figure 3. USGS Topographic Quadrangles Site Photographs USFWS Official Species List NCNHP Data Explorer Project Report CC. Tina Woodward, MBA, CEPSCI, CSI — Piedmont Natural Gas Elizabeth Lemons - Piedmont Natural Gas Remington Leighton - Piedmont Natural Gas Chris Mear, EIT — HDR Eric Mularski, PWS - HDR U Photograph 1 — View of Segment 2, Issue 1 Site, Facing Northwest - "'W W _i,�'�� Photograph 2 — View of Segment 2, Issue 1 Site, Facing South hdrinc.com 440 S Church Street, Suites 900 & 1000, Charlotte, NC 28202-2075 (704)338-6700 Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection Retrofit Project January 20, 2021 Page 4 Photograph 3 — View of Segment 2, Issue 2 Site, Facing East Photograph 4 — View of Segment 2, Issue 2 Site, Facing East Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection Retrofit Project January 20, 2021 Page 5 Photograph 5 — View of Segment 2, Issue 3 Site, Facing East 4 y Photograph 6 — View of Segment 3, Issue 1 Site, Facing East Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection Retrofit Project January 20, 2021 Page 6 r. ,'err`!' .:� � ;' .. ' � •�_ � . ,- : � '- =t Photograph 7 — View of Segment 3, Issue 2-5 Site, Facing East Photograph 8 — View of Segment 3, Issue 2-5 Site, Facing North Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection Retrofit Project January 20, 2021 Page 7 Photograph 9 — View of Segment 3, Issue 2-5 Site, Facing Southeast Species Conclusions Table Project Name: Line 2, Segments 2 and 3 In -Line Inspection Retrofit Project Date: 01 /20/2021 Species I Resource Name Conclusion ESA Section 71 Eagle Act Determination Notes I Documentation American alligator Suitable habitat present, species Not likely to adversely affect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Alligator mississippiensis) not present for habitat and individuals, indicated absence of individuals species. Bald eagle No suitable habitat present, No effect/ No Eagle Act Permit Required On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) unlikely to disturb nesting for habitat, no habitat was present for this species. bald eagles Northern long-eared bat (Myotis No suitable habitat present, No effect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed septentrionalis) species not present for habitat, no habitat was present for this species. Red -cockaded woodpecker No suitable habitat present, No effect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Picoides borealis) species not present for habitat, no habitat was present for this species. Waccamaw silverside No suitable habitat present, No effect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Menidia extensa) species not present for habitat and individuals, no habitat was present for this species. Wood stork Suitable habitat present, species Not likely to adversely affect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Mycteria americana) not present for habitat and individuals, indicated absence of individuals species or nests. American chaffseed No suitable habitat present, No effect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Schwalbea americana) species not present for habitat, no habitat was present for this species. Cooley's meadowrue Suitable habitat present, species Not likely to adversely affect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Thalictrum cooleyi) not present for habitat and individual, indicated habitat and absence of individuals. Pondberry No suitable habitat present, No effect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Lindera melissifolia) species not present for habitat, no habitat was present for this species. Rough -leaved loosestrife No suitable habitat present, No effect On October 15, 2021 qualified biologists surveyed (Lysimachia asperulaefolia) species not present for habitat, no habitat was present for this species. Critical habitat No critical habitat present No effect 10 Segment 2 Issue 1 B a iR 1 '00,61 CrFli. levy m Yary,v� 5*0"v Segment 2 Issue 2 Segment 2 Issue 3 %0 STM•"no W* t i�ammw,a� C, rel5 a �ptars" Ue "vo W cawnaw oki 3 $$&"a w*% S-Owt-► Lbhw Swu mot —Ir, Segment 3 Issue 1 5 Caly Cry LEGEND - Study Area T L DATA SOURCE: ESRI World Topographic Basemap 0 Miles 2.5 f r a� r � C ")'{+�� w}pie �Q do i r i Croe# F 1 � - f5/+IfUF'i[il Segment 3 Issues 2-5 !ilcgrira5x1 ....w wry;akson.Mry _ _ i lhi • �• L06, 1Nlaaaw boson Bladen CountyLAIewmCmail Columbus County Study Area Sites d448•sncrr LINE 2, SEGMENTS 2 AND 3 IN -LINE INSPECTION RETROFIT PROJECT FN Piedmont Natural Gas PROJECT VICINITY sv, `I. 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The species list fulfills the requirements of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) under section 7(c) of the Endangered Species Act (Act) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). New information based on updated surveys, changes in the abundance and distribution of species, changed habitat conditions, or other factors could change this list. Please feel free to contact us if you need more current information or assistance regarding the potential impacts to federally proposed, listed, and candidate species and federally designated and proposed critical habitat. Please note that under 50 CFR 402.12(e) of the regulations implementing section 7 of the Act, the accuracy of this species list should be verified after 90 days. This verification can be completed formally or informally as desired. The Service recommends that verification be completed by visiting the ECOS-IPaC website at regular intervals during project planning and implementation for updates to species lists and information. An updated list may be requested through the ECOS-IPaC system by completing the same process used to receive the enclosed list. Section 7 of the Act requires that all federal agencies (or their designated non-federal representative), in consultation with the Service, insure that any action federally authorized, funded, or carried out by such agencies is not likely to jeopardize the continued existence of any federally -listed endangered or threatened species. A biological assessment or evaluation may be prepared to fulfill that requirement and in determining whether additional consultation with the Service is necessary. In addition to the federally -protected species list, information on the species' life histories and habitats and information on completing a biological assessment or 11/02/2020 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 evaluation and can be found on our web page at http://www.fws.gov/raleigh. Please check the web site often for updated information or changes If your project contains suitable habitat for any of the federally -listed species known to be present within the county where your project occurs, the proposed action has the potential to adversely affect those species. As such, we recommend that surveys be conducted to determine the species' presence or absence within the project area. The use of North Carolina Natural Heritage program data should not be substituted for actual field surveys. If you determine that the proposed action may affect (i.e., likely to adversely affect or not likely to adversely affect) a federally -protected species, you should notify this office with your determination, the results of your surveys, survey methodologies, and an analysis of the effects of the action on listed species, including consideration of direct, indirect, and cumulative effects, before conducting any activities that might affect the species. If you determine that the proposed action will have no effect (i.e., no beneficial or adverse, direct or indirect effect) on federally listed species, then you are not required to contact our office for concurrence (unless an Environmental Impact Statement is prepared). However, you should maintain a complete record of the assessment, including steps leading to your determination of effect, the qualified personnel conducting the assessment, habitat conditions, site photographs, and any other related articles. Please be aware that bald and golden eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 668 et seq.), and projects affecting these species may require development of an eagle conservation plan (http://www.fws.gov/windenergy/ eagle_guidance.html). Additionally, wind energy projects should follow the wind energy guidelines (http://www.fws.gov/windenergy/) for minimizing impacts to migratory birds and bats. Guidance for minimizing impacts to migratory birds for projects including communications towers (e.g., cellular, digital television, radio, and emergency broadcast) can be found at: http:// www.fws.gov/migratorybirds/CurrentBirdlssues/Hazards/towers/towers.htm; http:// www.towerkill.com; and http://www.fws.gov/migratorybirds/CurrentBirdlssues/Hazards/towers/ comtow.html. Not all Threatened and Endangered Species that occur in North Carolina are subject to section 7 consultation with the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service. Atlantic and shortnose sturgeon, sea turtles,when in the water, and certain marine mammals are under purview of the National Marine Fisheries Service. If your project occurs in marine, estuarine, or coastal river systems you should also contact the National Marine Fisheries Service, http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/ We appreciate your concern for threatened and endangered species. The Service encourages Federal agencies to include conservation of threatened and endangered species into their project planning to further the purposes of the Act. Please include the Consultation Tracking Number in the header of this letter with any request for consultation or correspondence about your project that you submit to our office. If you have any questions or comments, please contact John Ellis of this office at john_ellis@fws.gov. 11/02/2020 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 Attachment(s): • Official Species List 11/02/2020 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 Official Species List This list is provided pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, and fulfills the requirement for Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary of the Interior information whether any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of a proposed action". This species list is provided by: Raleigh Ecological Services Field Office Post Office Box 33726 Raleigh, NC 27636-3726 (919) 856-4520 11/02/2020 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 2 Project Summary Consultation Code: 04EN2000-2021-SLI-0174 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 Project Name: PNG Line 2, Segment 2 & 3 Project Type: OIL OR GAS Project Description: Project proposes to retrofit the Line 2 to allow the line to be efficiently assessed through ILI. 1 year. Project Location: Approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: https: www.google.com/maps/place/34.3466578392963N78.23067278252599W Counties: Bladen, NC I Columbus, NC 11/02/2020 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 3 Endangered Species Act Species There is a total of 7 threatened, endangered, or candidate species on this species list. Species on this list should be considered in an effects analysis for your project and could include species that exist in another geographic area. For example, certain fish may appear on the species list because a project could affect downstream species. IPaC does not display listed species or critical habitats under the sole jurisdiction of NOAA Fisheriesi, as USFWS does not have the authority to speak on behalf of NOAA and the Department of Commerce. See the "Critical habitats" section below for those critical habitats that lie wholly or partially within your project area under this office's jurisdiction. Please contact the designated FWS office if you have questions. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce. Mammals NAME STATUS Northern Long-eared Bat Myotis septentrionalis Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9045 Birds NAME STATUS Red -cockaded Woodpecker Picoides borealis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7614 Wood Stork Mycteria americana Threatened Population: AL, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8477 11/02/2020 Event Code: 04EN2000-2021-E-00344 Reptiles NAME American Alligator Alligator mississippiensis No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/776 Flowering Plants NAME American Chaffseed Schwalbea americana No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1286 Cooley's Meadowrue Thalictrum cooleyi No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3281 Rough -leaved Loosestrife Lysimachia asperulaefolia No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/2747 Critical habitats STATUS Similarity of Appearance (Threatened) STATUS Endangered Endangered Endangered THERE ARE NO CRITICAL HABITATS WITHIN YOUR PROJECT AREA UNDER THIS OFFICE'S JURISDICTION. 4 u ■■M Roy Carr, Gowrnor �, : NC DEPARTMENT OF SLm Hamilton. 5ociatiry :'Lill NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES 4VAter Clark, Director. Land and Wa#er Steward OliP NCNHDE-13229 November 2, 2020 Johanna Velasquez HDR Inc 440 S. Church Street Charlotte, NC 28202 RE: Line_2_ILI_Seg_2&3 Dear Johanna Velasquez: The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) appreciates the opportunity to provide information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above. Based on the project area mapped with your request, a query of the NCNHP database indicates that there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. Please note that although there may be no documentation of natural heritage elements within the project boundary, it does not imply or confirm their absence; the area may not have been surveyed. The results of this query should not be substituted for field surveys where suitable habitat exists. In the event that rare species are found within the project area, please contact the NCNHP so that we may update our records. The attached 'Potential Occurrences' table summarizes rare species and natural communities that have been documented within a one -mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area if suitable habitat exists. Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one -mile radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report. If a Federally -listed species is found within the project area or is indicated within a one -mile radius of the project area, the NCNHP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here: https://www.fws.ciov/offices/Directory/ListOffices.cfm?statecode=37. Please note that natural heritage element data are maintained for the purposes of conservation planning, project review, and scientific research, and are not intended for use as the primary criteria for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information source in these publications. Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission. The NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional correspondence if a Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Clean Water Management Trust Fund easement, or Federally -listed species are documented near the project area. If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance, please contact Rodney A. Butler at rod nev.butler(E�ncdcr.aov or 919-707-8603. 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