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Home My WebLink About20210593 Ver 1_BR-0032 Madison 84_NoArchSurveyReq_20211012 Project 1 racKtng/vo.: 17-12-0046 ooa NO ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY REQUIRED FORM • This form only pertains to ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES for this project. It is not ;' a 0r valid for Historic Architecture and Landscapes. You must consult separately with the Historic Architecture and Group. Landscapes �•••• p p• PROJECT INFORMATION Project No: BR-0032 County: Madison WBS No: 67032.3.1 Document: MCC F.A. No: Funding: ® State ❑ Federal Federal Permit Required? ® Yes ❑ No Permit Type: USACE Project Description: The project involves the replacement of Bridge# 84 over Meadow Fork on NC 209 in Madison County,North Carolina.The archaeological Area of Potential Effects(APE)measures .50 mile in length and 150 feet in width(75 feet from the NC 209 center-line). SUMMARY OF CULTURAL RESOURCES REVIEW Brief description of review activities, results of review, and conclusions: Permitting and funding information was reviewed for determining the level of archaeological input required by state and federal laws. Based on the submitted "request for cultural resources review"form,the project is state- funded with federal permit interaction.As such,Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act will apply and the United States Army Corps of Engineers(USACE)will serve as the lead federal agency. Next,construction design and other data was examined(when applicable)to define the character and extent of potential impacts to the ground surfaces embracing the project locale. Once an APE was outlined,a map review and site file search was conducted at the Office of State Archaeology (OSA)on Wednesday,January, 24 2018. No previously documented archaeological sites are located in the APE or directly adjacent. Examination of National Register of Historic Places(NRHP),State Study Listed(SL), Locally Designated(LD), Determined Eligible(DE),and Surveyed Site(SS)properties employing resources available on the NCSHPO website is important in establishing the location of noteworthy historic occupations related to a perspective construction impact area.A cross-check of these mapped resources concluded that none of the above properties with potential contributing archaeological components are situated within or proximal to the APE. In addition, historic maps of Madison County were appraised to identify former structure locations,land use patterns,cemeteries,or other confirmation of historic occupation in the project vicinity.Archaeological/historical reference materials were inspected as well. In general,the cultural background review established that no previously recorded archaeological sites, NRHP properties,or cemeteries are located within the APE. Based on cultural-historical factors,the APE is considered to have a low potential for the documentation of archaeological resources. Further, topographic, geologic, flood boundary, and NRCS soil survey maps (CfF, TsD, ArF) were referenced to evaluate pedeological, geomorphological, hydrological, and other environmental determinants that may have resulted in past occupation at this location. Aerial and on-ground photographs (NCDOT Spatial Data Viewer) and the Google Street View map application (when amenable) were also examined/utilized for additional assessment of disturbances, both natural and human induced, which compromise the integrity of archaeological sites. Environmental/impact factors do not suggest a heightened potential for archaeological resource recovery. "No ARCHAEOLOGY SURVEY REQUIRED"form for the Amended Minor Transportation Projects as Qualified in the 2015 Programmatic Agreement. 1 of 2 Project I racking No.: 17-12-0046 Brief Explanation of why the available information provides a reliable basis for reasonably predicting that there are no unidentified historic properties in the APE: The majority of the APE is characterized as heavily sloping at 15%to 95%. Historic or prehistoric settlement would be typically found at slope percentages below 15%.Therefore,the APE is unlikely to contain significant,intact,and preserved archaeological deposits eligible for NRHP inclusion.As currently proposed as a state-funded project with federal permit interaction,no further consultation is advocated.A finding of"no archaeological survey required"is considered appropriate. SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION See attached: ® Map(s) ® Previous Survey Info ❑ Photos ❑Correspondence ❑ Photocopy of County Survey Notes Other: FINDING BY NCDOT ARCHAEOLOGIST NO ARCHAEOLOGY SURVEY REQUIRED NCDOT "No ARCHAEOLOGY SURVEY REQUIRED"form for the Amended Minor Transportation Projects as Qualified in the 2015 Programmatic Agreement. 2 of 2 N u Project Study Area MADI SON i NTY 1 i l / r LUS�GTbpo Quad-Spring Creek 0 500 1,000 2,000 Feet BR-0032 t ,! M t f l 1 f (yam 1 .t l o - � PD - ourc�e,!Esn DigitalG obe GeoEye Earths�an4G`ogra� i� f } F �$ - ,� �11ery sr irbus L)b.iJ�SDA;uUSGS EX�Getmap)Ing��Aerogma, I`IGN 4GP, stopo andrthe-GIS lJ er Community f! r Portion of the Spring Creek topographic map showing the location and boundaries of the archaeological Area of Potential Effects (APE) in Madison County, North Carolina. r CfF—Cataska-Sylco-Rock outcrop complex,50 to 95 percent slopes,very stony Map Unit Setting • National map unit symbol.1t34t • Elevation:2,200 to 5,000 feet • Mean annual precipitation:40 to 50 inches • Mean annual air temperature:46 to 57 degrees F • Frost free period:124 to 176 days • Farmland classification:Not prime farmland Map Unit Composition • Cataska, very stony,and similar soils:40 percent • Sylco,very stony,and similar soils:30 percent • Rock outcrop:20 percent • Estimates are based on observations,descriptions,and transects of the mopunit. Description of Cataska,Very Stony Setting • Landform:Mountain slopes • Down-slope shape:Convex • Across-slope shape:Convex • Parent material:Affected by soil creep in the upper solum over residuum weathered from phyllite and/or slate and/or other metasedimentary rock Typical profile 0 A-0 to 4 inches:channery silt loam • Bw-4 to 12 inches:very channery silt loam • Cr-12 to 28 inches:weathered bedrock • R-28 to 80 inches:unweathered bedrock Properties and qualities • Slope:50 to 95 percent • Percent of area covered with surface fragments:1.6 percent • Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to paralithic bedrock;20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock • Natural drainage class:Excessively drained • Runoff class:High • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to high(0.00 to 1.98 in/hr) • Depth to water table:More than 80 inches • Frequency of flooding:None • Frequency of ponding:None • Available water storage in profile:Very low(about 1.1 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):7s • Hydrologic Soil Group:D • Hydric soil rating:No Description of Sylco,Very Stony Setting • Landform:Mountain slopes • Down-slope shape:Convex • Across-slope shape:Convex • Parent material:Affected by soil creep in the upper solum over residuum weathered from phyllite and/or slate and/or other metasedimentary rock Typical profile • A-0 to 5 inches:channery loam • Bw-5 to 23 inches:very channery loam • R-23 to 80 inches:unweathered bedrock Properties and qualities • Slope:50 to 95 percent • Percent of area covered with surface fragments:1.6 percent • Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock • Natural drainage class:Well drained • Runoff class:High • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to high(0.00 to 1.98 in/hr) • Depth to water table:More than 80 inches • Frequency of flooding:None • Frequency of ponding:None • Available water storage in profile:Low(about 3.0 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):7s • Hydrologic Soil Group:B • Hydric soil rating:No Description of Rock Outcrop Setting • Landform:Mountain slopes,ridges • Parent material:Slate and/or phyllite Typical profile • R-0 to 80 inches:bedrock Properties and qualities • Depth to restrictive feature:0 inches to lithic bedrock • Runoff class:Very high • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to low(0.00 to 0.01 in/hr) • Available water storage in profile:Very low(about 0.0 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):8s • Hydric soil rating:No TsD—Toecane-Tusquitee complex,15 to 30 percent slopes,very bouldery Map Unit Setting • National map unit symbol.1t38w • Elevation:2,400 to 4,800 feet • Mean annual precipitation:40 to 54 inches • Mean annual air temperature:46 to 57 degrees F • Frost free period:100 to 150 days • Farmland classification:Not prime farmland Map Unit Composition • Toecane,very bouldery,and similar soils:50 percent • Tusquitee,very bouldery,and similar soils:40 percent • Estimates are based on observations,descriptions,and transects of the mapunit. Description of Toecane,Very Bouldery Setting • Landform:Drainageways,coves,fans • Down-slope shape:Concave • Across-slope shape:Concave • Parent material:Cobbly and stony colluvium derived from igneous and metamorphic rock Typical profile • A-0 to 8 inches:cobbly loam • Bt1-8 to 24 inches:very cobbly loam • Bt2-24 to 30 inches:very cobbly sandy loam • C-30 to 80 inches:extremely cobbly loamy sand Properties and qualities • Slope:15 to 30 percent • Percent of area covered with surface fragments:1.5 percent • Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches • Natural drainage class:Well drained • Runoff class:Medium • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):High(1.98 to 5.95 in/hr) • Depth to water table:More than 80 inches • Frequency of flooding:None • Frequency of ponding:None • Available water storage in profile:Low(about 4.8 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):6s • Hydrologic Soil Group:A • Hydric soil rating:No Description of Tusquitee,Very Bouldery Setting • Landform:Fans,drainageways,coves • Down-slope shape:Concave • Across-slope shape:Concave • Parent material:Colluvium derived from igneous and metamorphic rock Typical profile • A-0 to 8 inches:gravelly loam • Bw-8 to 48 inches:loam • C-48 to 80 inches:gravelly fine sandy loam Properties and qualities • Slope:15 to 30 percent • Percent of area covered with surface fragments:1.5 percent • Depth to restrictive feature:More than 80 inches • Natural drainage class:Well drained • Runoff class:Medium • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):High(1.98 to 5.95 in/hr) • Depth to water table:More than 80 inches • Frequency of flooding:None • Frequency of ponding:None • Available waterstorage in profile:Moderate(about 8.9 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):4s • Hydrologic Soil Group:A • Hydric soil rating:No ArF—Ashe-Cleveland-Rock outcrop complex,50 to 95 percent slopes,very bouldery Map Unit Setting • National map unit symbol:1t349 • Elevation:1,700 to 4,500 feet • Mean annual precipitation:40 to 54 inches • Mean annual air temperature:46 to 57 degrees F • Frost free period:124 to 176 days • Farmland classification:Not prime farmland Map Unit Composition • Ashe,verybouldery,and similar soils:40 percent • Cleveland,verybouldery,and similar soils:30 percent • Rock outcrop:20 percent • Estimates are based on observations,descriptions,and transects of the mapunit. Description of Ashe,Very Bouldery Setting • Landform:Mountain slopes • Down-slope shape:Convex • Across-slope shape:Convex • Parent material:Affected by soil creep in the upper solum over residuum weathered from biotite granitic gneiss and granodioritic gneiss Typical profile • A-0 to 5 inches:sandy loam • Bw-5 to 25 inches:sandy loam • C-25 to 30 inches:gravelly sandy loam • R-30 to 80 inches:unweathered bedrock Properties and qualities • Slope:50 to 95 percent • Percent of area covered with surface fragments:1.5 percent • Depth to restrictive feature:20 to 40 inches to lithic bedrock • Natural drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained • Runoff class:Very high • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to low(0.00 to 0.01 in/hr) • Depth to water table:More than 80 inches • Frequency of flooding:None • Frequency of ponding:None • Available water storage in profile:Low(about 3.7 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):7s • Hydrologic Soil Group:B • Hydric soil rating:No Description of Cleveland,Very Bouldery Setting • Landform:Mountain slopes • Down-slope shape:Convex • Across-slope shape:Convex • Parent material:Affected by soil creep in the upper solum over residuum weathered from biotite granitic gneiss and granodioritic gneiss Typical profile • A-0 to 5 inches:sandy loam • Bw-5 to 14 inches:sandy loam • R-14 to 80 inches:unweathered bedrock Properties and qualities • Slope:50 to 95 percent • Percent of area covered with surface fragments:1.5 percent • Depth to restrictive feature:10 to 20 inches to lithic bedrock • Natural drainage class:Somewhat excessively drained • Runoff class:Very high • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to low(0.00 to 0.01 in/hr) • Depth to water table:More than 80 inches • Frequency of flooding:None • Frequency of ponding:None • Available water storage in profile:Very low(about 1.4 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):7s • Hydrologic Soil Group:D • Hydric soil rating:No Description of Rock Outcrop Setting • Landform:Mountain slopes,ridges • Parent material:Biotite granitic gneiss and granodioritic gneiss Typical profile • R-0 to 80 inches:bedrock Properties and qualities • Depth to restrictive feature:0 inches to lithic bedrock • Runoff class:Very high • Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to low(0.00 to 0.01 in/hr) • Available water storage in profile:Very low(about 0.0 inches) Interpretive groups • Land capability classification(irrigated):None specified • Land capability classification(nonirrigated):8s • Hydric soil rating:No 6ry1Lamb Krioj,�) xY 31 h �el b9 ? �1Trail riy ; — -� t n ut,[ MD814 MD3Z'y n Rd �� Rib ttoe l oz-f- tt MD3 G ° ER 14>2702y MN31 Kimberly Dlk z' j,wn nknown tit Rise - 'f 96 �� 1 � � Gh..W r •� r� I I Ltn '' i � F,, taT7SJ ,roQ Nip Ir,�a rknO �. �emon Gap ,MADiSO S4pritg K. 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