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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20181598 Ver 1_Final Submittal with Attachments_20201026_20211026 Balfour Beatty ZEROHARM MAKE SAFETY PERSONAL NCDOT Contract C2O4177 US 70 Havelock Bypass Project Reference: Submittal 5-20001021-075 Weyerhaeuser Zone 5 Borrow Pit Reclamation Subject: Plan for Development of a Borrow and Waste Site at the Weyerhaeuser NR Company Property off the NCDOT ROW on the Havelock Bypass Project(C204177) in Craven County Based on the attached documentation,the Balfour Beatty (BB) plans to develop the Weyerhaeuser NR Company Property in Craven County into a Pond per NCDOT Specifications. 1. The mines will be excavated as described in the Reclamation Plan (Borrow) Site. 2. While this site is being developed, material that is deemed unsuitable (either organics or undercut) will be hauled to and stored temporarily in stockpiles on the Weyerhaeuser NR Company Site. 3. Once the bottom of pond is reached, BB will fill the borrow pit slopes back in with this previously stockpiled material along the pit slopes or pit bottom to its final pond elevations (See Plan for Details of the"temporary pond"). BB will ensure that the backfill material is placed to ensure uniform slopes and a reasonably flat bottom.The backfill material will be soil only. 4. The final bottom of pond will be 4 feet in water depth or greater per the standard minimum depth given by NCDOT(See Plan for Details of the "bottom of pond"). 5. Final grading will then take place with permanent seeding operations, etc. as is required by NCDOT Standard Specification. This includes the 1 year maintenance/monitoring period. Additional Notes - Permanent Seeding operations will take place on the pond slopes after the slopes have been graded for a permanent condition. Materials left in stockpiles undisturbed will be Temporary Seeded and Mulched. In addition, where there are exposed erodible slopes with area greater than 1 acre posing any threat of turbidity loss off the site, seeding will be performed per NCDOT Standards and Project Special Provisions. (See the attached seeding specifications) - The dewatering basin to be utilized during borrow excavation and has been designed to handle maximum flow of 1000 GPM. (See attached Dewatering Basin Design Calculations) - The dewatering pump will be set to float and pump from the surface of the water. The pump discharge will be set up as shown in the attached detail. - Using the SKAGGS method, 2 offsets from the adjacent wetlands were determined: 44.8 Ft. Offset/Setback for the section labeled Bayboro Mucky Loam (Ba) and 17.4 Ft. Offset/Setback for the section labeled Leaf Silt Loam (La). With that in mind a field survey will be conducted to determine this buffer.This will be staked in the field to ensure the minimum offset of 50.0 Ft. from excavation to wetlands as is required. Plan Attachments: Attachment A— Reclamation Plan for Contracted Projects (Borrow Pit) Attachment B— Reclamation Plan for Contracted Projects (Waste Site) Attachment C—Drawing of proposed site with Pond Cross Section Attachment D—Environmental Evaluation with Endangered Species, and Wetland &SCAGGS Data Attachment E—SKAGGs Offset Calcs Attachment F—State Historic Preservation Office Evaluation Attachment G—Soil Survey Attachment H—Seeding and Mulching Specifications Attachment I—Dewatering Basin Calculations and Details Attachment J— Dewatering Discharge Requirements &Turbidity Reduction Options Please let us know if you require any additional information or clarification regarding this site. Thanks, ash Sommer Project Manager US 70 Havelock Project Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc. 7080 US HWY 70 E, New Bern, NC 28560 Tel. 252.631.4127 Cell. 614.679.7988 CC: Submittal File 5-20001021-075/ Division File AccacnmenC A 11 t l'd8 Reclamation Plan for Contracted Projects Borrow Pit Date: l0.8-2020 Contract Number: C20l TIP No: R-1015 Project#/ WBS Element: 34360.3.4 County: craven Contractor: Balfour Beatty infrastructure.Inc. Responsible Person: Jnsh Sommer Contractor Address: 3314 JAECKLE DRIVE.SUITE 140,WILMINGTON NC 28403 Property Owner: WEYERHAEUSER NR COMPANY Phone Number: 252-633.7109 Property Owner Address: 1785 WEYERHAUSER RD,VANCEBORO NC 28586 Borrow Pit Approx 3000 ft,off of US HWY 70 East Parcel Ref.#6.216.011-Deed Ref.# 3335-707 Property Address: CLOSEST 551 US HWY 70 EAST,HAVELOCK NC—34-54'50.5"N 76"57'07"W Total acreage of proposed pit: Approx.16 a 36 Acres,54 TOTAL Expected depth of excavation: 25 Pt,(Depending on existing ground elevations,which vary slightly) Present use of land: CLEARED TIMBER Proposed use after reclamation: Pons Proposed sequence of excavation (include amount of clearing & proposed slope rates): Pint all Erosion Control Measums MI be imimiled.The larger pond MA he dug from Me Nmtheastem eea4ne boundary to ivds the Southwmtem Pe eoundr,The am.k,p,t to the East MII M dug Irum IM Nonhensfem eeelitle bpurNry towards the South.11i pl boumby This MI be dorm seguengally In appro0metely 10 R.Ohs.Final slopes»11 be gndee out e a 1 or here, Did the Environmental Evaluation indicate the presence of any wetlands or endangered species?(if yes, briefly list findings and indicate physical means by which buffer zone will be delineated): Wetlands were found(See the attached Delineation).Wetlands will not be impacted by the excavation.Sill fencing,diversion ditching and outlet SDOs will be installed as shown on the attached plan sheets.These will be inspected weekly,as well as,after every rain event over 1"to ensure that devices are functioning properly.No endangered species were found.(Sao the attached Report) Is any portion of the pit or access & haul roads within a watershed with riparian buffer zone requirements? (if yes, indicate physical means by which buffer will be delineated and how diffuse flow into the buffer zone will be maintained): No Reclamation Procedures for Borrow/Waste/Staging Areas for Contracted Projects 12 11 08 It 12:11 08 Is the site adjacent to High Quality Waters as defined by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources? (if yes, note how the devices have been designed to meet DENR requirements): No Are there any conditions identified on the State Historic Preservation Office Review Form for borrow activities? Explain: No Describe the intended plan for the reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands, and indicate the general methods to be used in reclaiming this land, including any stockpile areas, haul roads and ditches. Describe the sequence for reclaiming the pit. Attach a map which illustrates this plan, showing the location and design of all temporary and permanent erosion control devices. All features shall comply with the appropriate specifications, standards and reflect Best Management Practices (BMP). The plan shall indicate setbacks to adjacent properties, buffer zones and if de-watering is required and the pit is located within the 15 county region of the CCPCUA, the GPS coordinate location of any well located within 1500 ft. of the pit. First all Erosion Control measures will be installed Next,any stripping and surface preparations will be done and bermmg of topsoil.Excavation will then begin In 10 FT lifts.Stockpiles(if needed)will be maintained with erosion control measures for the life of the reclamation. The haul mad will be maintained from the pits to the NCDOT Right or Way and be sumtienl enough to"try onroad truck loads associated with the excavation The pond will be kept dewatered with a floating pump and the discharge will be made into the dewatedng basin.Monitoring of the discharge will ensure compliance wish all CCPCUA Guidelines as well as turbidity discharge requirements($as cover Page for further details),Finally no wells could be found within 1500 h.of this site Will excavation extend below the water table? (If yes, see a, b, & c, below): Yes a) Specify how de-watering will be accomplished. Include proposed method of reducing effluent turbidity so that it meets the requirements of the Division of Water Quality. Show any pit dewatenng basins, construction details, and calculations on the plan: A dewalering basin will be used to dewater into an outlet from the proposed pond The pump that is to be used will be set in the pit installed onto afloat to ensure pumping from the surface.The pump discharge will be placed into a difuser to further prevent erosion or turbidity creation within the dewatenng bacon itself.Finally strict monitoring of the discharge will be kept and corrections made to the plan if they arise. b) If the pit is within the Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area, list the person responsible for completing The Division of Water Resources CCPCUA spread sheet and method of submission to the Resident Engineer: Dail Reed of Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc.will be responsible for completing the CCPCUA spreadsheet.The amount of dewatenng will be based on the pump capacity and the time the pump is running each day. Reclamation Procedures for Borrow waste:Staging Areas for Contracted Projects 12 11 08 11 12'11%08 c) If water is to remain in the pit after completion, state the estimated depth of the water. (At least a depth = 4 fi.). Indicate the water table depth prior to beginning excavation and the method used to obtain this information: Mean high water table elevations are listed in the attached report.This data was gathered from the soil survey from he site area and was listed as 12-24-depth below the ground surface for both the La•Leaf silt loam and Be-Baybom Mucky Loam that are present In the site areas,With this Information theoretical water levels with a Pit Depth of 25 Ft.are 24 Ft. Describe the proposed schedule of permanent seeding and mulching. Detail the frequency of permanent seeding and mulching. Note that a permanent stand of vegetation is required prior to a final inspection: Permanent Seeding will begin within 15 days of reaching proposed final grades As final grades are achieved perminent seeding will be executed accordingly.(See attached Seed Specirtations on proposed types of seed to be used.) Reclamation Procedures for Borrow r Waste Staging Areas for Contracted Projects 12.11 08 13 I2�I l a08 Property Owner's Statement for Waste Site: I hereby certify that I am in agreement with this development, use, and reclamation plan, and any exceptions noted when approved by the Engineer, and that I understand that I will be responsible for the site upon completion of its use in the construction of the project noted in the map legend. I understand that this plan, when approved, will serve as a guide in controlling erosion and sediment in accordance with the Mining Act and the Sediment and Pollution Control Act and as enforced by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). I understand that any work exceeding the minimum necessary for compliance with DENR requirements, should be negotiated between the Contractor and the Property Owner. My signature below authorizes The Department of Transportation (DOT), the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) or its agents, to enter upon my property for a period of one year from the date of final acceptance of the project for which this site plan is executed. If necessary, the DOT will be allowed to have the Contractor repair any areas that are not in compliance with DENR requirements. After a one year inspection is held, I will be solely responsible for assuring that the site is in compliance with DENR regulations. I have the right to change the condition of the site after the final inspection and prior to the one year follow-up inspection. However, if I make such changes, I acknowledge that DOT is released from all obligations and conditions of this agreement and 1 will become solely responsible for the condition of the site beginning on the date that I change the final inspection condition. Signatures: Contractor's Representative: authorized to sign suppleragreements/date) Owners of Record: Ittness Owner 16�6-�d (signature/date) (sign at ate) /T - roes (signature/date) (signature/date) (signature/date) (signature/date) Resident Engineer: (signature 'date) Exceptions: Concurrence with exceptions: Property Owner: Contractor: (signature/date) (signature/date) Attachments: Site map with details Environmental Evaluations, etc. Cc: Reclamation Procedures for Borrow/Wastc Staging Areas For Contracted Projects 12 1 1 08 17 Accachment o 12 It 0s Reclamation Plan for Contracted Projects Waste Site Date: 10A-2020 Contract Number: C204177 TIP No: R-1015 Project No/WBS Element: 34160.34 County: CRAVEN Contractor: Balfour Beatly Infrastructure.Inc. Responsible Person: JO5^Sommer Contractor Address: 3314 JAECKLE DRIVE,SUITE 140,WILMINGTON NC 2a403 Property Owner: WEYERHAEUSER NR COMPANY Phone Number: 252-633-7199 Property Owner Address: 1785 WEYERHAUSER RD,VANCESORO INC 28586 Waste Site Approx 3000 ft.off of US HWY 70 East. Parcel Ref.#6-216.011 -Deed Ref # 3335.707 Property Address: CLOSEST 551 US HWY 70 EAST,HAVELOCK NC—34.54-50 5"N 76-57-07-W Total acreage of proposed site: Approx. 16&38 Acres.54 TOTAL Expected depth of waste: Approximately 5 Ft Present use of land: CLEARED Wasp Proposed use after reclamation: A Pond Expected type of waste that will be placed in the site (examples: asphalt, concrete, soil, stone): Unsuitable soib from the Borrow Pit areas cii(See Attachment C for Pond Area Details).Includes Undercut material and other poor materials that are inappropriate for building a roadway structure. Proposed sequence of placing waste (include proposed slope rates): Material will be placed on the slopes and In the bottom of a previously dug pond up to an elevation where 4 It or water will stand as required by NCDOT Standards.Soils will be placed in feasable lifts not to exceed 6 Ft.at a time and such to create a uniform bottom of pond Did the Environmental Evaluation indicate the presence of any wetlands or endangered species?(if yes, briefly list findings and physical means by which area will be delineated): Wetlands were found(See the attached Delineation).Wetlands will not be impacted by the excavation.Silt fencing,diversion ditching and outlet SDOs will be installed as shown on the attached plan sheets.These will he inspected weekly as well as after every rain avant over I'to ensure that devices are functioning properly No endangered species were found.(Sao the attached Report) Reclamation Procedures for Borrow/waste/Staging Areas for Contracted Projects 12 11 08 15 12,1 V08 Did the Environmental Evaluation indicate the presence of any wetlands or endangered species?(if yes, briefly list findings and physical means by which area will be delineated): Same as previous. Is any portion of the pit within a watershed with riparian buffer zone regulations? (if yes indicate physical means by which buffer will be delineated and how diffuse flow will be maintained): No Is the site adjacent to High Quality Waters as defined by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources? (if yes, note how the devices have been designed to meet DENR requirements): No Are there any conditions identified on the State Historic Preservation Office Review Form for waste activities? Explain: No Describe the intended plan for the reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands, and indicate the general methods to be used in reclaiming this land, including any stockpile areas, haul roads and ditches. Describe the sequence for reclaiming the site. Attach a map illustrating this plan, showing the location and design of all temporary and permanent erosion control devices. All features shall comply with the appropriate specifications, standards and reflect Best Management Practices (BMP). The plan shall indicate setbacks to adjacent properties, buffer zones and wetlands. Please see the attached narrative document Oiled"Plan for Development of Borrow and Waste Site at the Pit This describes the exact sequence or action and references all backup documentation This'Reclamation Plan for Waste Site is to work in conjunction with the attached*Reclamation Plan for Borrow Site' Describe the proposed schedule of permanent seeding and mulching. Detail the frequency of permanent seeding and mulching. Note that a permanent stand of vegetation is required prior to a final inspection: Perminent Seeding will begin within 15 days of reaching proposed final grades.As final grades are achieved perminent seeding will be executed accordingly (See attached Seed Specifations on proposed types of seed to be used.) Reclamation Procedures for Sorrow/Waste.Staging Areas for Contracted Projects 1211 08 1 p 12 1I+''08 Property Owner's Statement for Borrow Site: I hereby certify that I am in agreement with this development, use, and reclamation plan, and any exceptions noted when approved by the Engineer, and that I understand that I will be responsible for the site upon completion of its use in the construction of the project noted in the map legend. I understand that this plan, when approved, will serve as a guide in controlling erosion and sediment in accordance with the Mining Act and the Sediment and Pollution Control Act and as enforced by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). I understand that any work exceeding the minimum necessary for compliance with DENR requirements, should be negotiated between the Contractor and the Property Owner. My signature below authorizes The Department of Transportation (DOT), the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) or its agents, to enter upon my property for a period of one year from the date of final acceptance of the project for which this site plan is executed. If necessary, the DOT will be allowed to have the Contractor repair any areas that are not in compliance with DENR requirements. After a one year inspection is held, I will be solely responsible for assuring that the site is in compliance with DENR regulations. I have the right to change the condition of the site after the final inspection and prior to the one year follow-up inspection. However, if I make such changes, I acknowledge that DOT is released from all obligations and conditions of this agreement and I will become solely responsible for the condition of the site beginning on the date that I change the final inspection condition. 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Box 400, Lillington, NC 27546-0400 Phone (910) 893-8743 / Fax (910) 893-3594 www.hatowensoil.com 21 October 2020 Mr. Josh Sommer Balfour Beatty 430 Eastwood Road Wilmington, NC 28403 Reference: Environmental Evaluation US-70 (Havelock Bypass) TIP Project R-1015 Weyerhaeuser: Zone 5 Tract Dear Mr. Sommer, A site investigation has been conducted for the above referenced property, located south of Hickman Hill Loop Road in Craven County, North Carolina (Figure 1). The purpose of this investigation was to determine the presence or absence of sensitive environmental resources at the candidate site (Figure 2). A site investigation and records review was conducted to determine the presence or absence of wetlands, surface waters (streams, lakes or ponds), regulated riparian buffers, and federally protected species. This report has been prepared in accordance with the NCDOT `Borrow and Waste Site Reclamation Plan Procedures". METHODOLOGY This evaluation included a site investigation and review of public records for the subject property and its immediate vicinity. The records review included aerial photographs, United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Environmental Conservation Online System, United States Geological Survey (USGS) topographic maps, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) soil survey, North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP), Google Earth, and Craven County GIS. The site investigation was accomplished by direct examination of the physical attributes of the site and soil auger borings taken at various points across the site. The project boundaries were walked and several traverses were conducted across the interior of the site. The site investigation also included suspected wetland areas within 400 feet of the proposed pits. SITE DESCRIPTION The project area is located within the Atlantic Coastal Plain physiographic region of North Carolina. The USGS topographic map, Havelock Quadrangle (Figure 3), shows the site is relatively Flat, with an average elevation of approximately 30 feet above mean sea level, and drains toward the southeast. The site is in the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station-Slocum Creek subwatershed (USGS 03020204-0502) in the Neuse River Basin. Center coordinates are 34.910596 latitude and -76.954320 longitude. Soil Science lmesti_ations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. The nearest named water body to the site is Sandy Run which has a North Carolina surface water classification of SC;Sw,NSW. There are no designated anadromous fish waters or Primary Nursery Areas (PNA) present in the study area. There are no Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW), High Quality Waters (HQW), water supply watersheds (WS-I or WS-Il), or Class SA Waters within 1 mile of the project study area or within 1 mile downstream. Geology of the area is mapped Yorktown Formation and Duplin Formation, Undivided. The Yorktown Formation is described as fossiliferous clay with varying amounts of fine-grained sand, bluish gray, shell material commonly concentrated in lenses; mainly in area north of Neuse River. The Duplin Formation is described as shelly, medium- to coarse-grained sand, sandy marl, and limestone, bluish gray; mainly in area south of Neuse River. The NRCS Soil Survey indicates the site contains soils of the Bayboro series and the Leaf series (Figure 4). Both soil series are classified as hydric soils. Observations at the site confirmed the presence of the Leaf series in the area of the proposed pits. The borrow pit site was recently timbered and there is no overstory vegetation and few herbs and shrubs remain. Land use in the vicinity is forested. JURISDICTIONAL SURFACE WATERS AND WETLANDS INVESTIGATION All wetland determinations were made in accordance with the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region. This report represents my professional opinion as a Licensed Soil Scientist but does not represent concurrence by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) or the NC Division of Water Resources (NCDWR). Areas that clearly meet the required criteria for jurisdictional wetlands were observed within 400 feet of the proposed pits. The boundaries of the wetland areas were delineated on the ground and are approximately shown at Figure 5. A set of Wetland Determination Data Forms were collected are attached to this report. Within the uplands, the dark sandy surface layers were typically limited to ten inches below surface and were not particularly high in organic matter. The subsoils were also sandy with two to three chroma matrix colors and common redoximorphic features. Wetland hydrology appears to be missing throughout most of the site. Auger borings conducted among the tree rows exhibited an apparent water table between 15 and 24 inches during the wetter periods this spring, and at greater than 30 inches during the dryer summer months. Prior to being timbered, vegetation was observed to be dominated by Loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) in the overstory, Sweetgum (Liquidambar strracajlua) and Red maple (Ater rubrum) in the understory, and Bracken Fem (Pteridium aquilinuni) in the herbaceous layer. Soil Science Investigations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Within the wetlands, the dark sandy surface layers typically extended to greater than 20 inches below surface (Indicator S7). Wetland hydrology indicators included soil saturation within 12 inches of the soil surface (A3), water stained leaves (139), and sparsely vegetated concave surface (B8). Vegetation was dominated by hydrophytic species including Red maple (Acer rubrum), Sweetgum (Liquidainbar styracaflua), and Loblolly pine (Pines taeda) in the overstory; Inkberry (flex glabra), Fetterbush (Lyonia hicida), and Horse sugar (symplocos tinctoria) in the understory; and Cinnamon fern (Osmunda cinnamomea), Netted chain fern (Woodwardia areolata), and greenbrier (Smilax spp) in the herbaceous layer. LATERAL EFFECT ANALYSIS Regulated wetlands were noted within 400 feet of the proposed pit boundary and excavation will occur below the water table. The wetland areas were observed to be depressions within a flat landscape, and it was difficult to visually determine if this would be a Type 2 pit. The minimum setback distance is 25 feet from wetlands and 50 feet from streams. If on-site topographic data shows the wetlands are at or upslope of the expected equilibrium water level of the pit, then a lateral effect analysis using the Skaggs Method should be conducted. Due to past silviculture practices, the surface depressional storage of water at the site was observed to be high (2 inches). Published hydraulic conductivity data for the Leaf soil series would be appropriate for use in the analysis. RIPARIAN BUFFERS The candidate site is located in the Neuse River Basin. Riparian zones adjacent to streams documented by the NRCS soil survey or USGS 7.5 Minute series topographic map are subject to the state riparian buffer protection program (15A NCAC 2B). The Craven County Soil Survey and the USGS topographic map do not show streams in the vicinity of the candidate site. Project disturbances will not occur within regulatory riparian buffers. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES Federally listed Endangered and Threatened species are protected under the provisions of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. In addition, the American Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) has federal protection status through the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGPA). As of 3 September 2020 the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Environmental Conservation Online System lists 10 federally protected species that may occur in the proposed project area and/or may be affected by the proposed project (Table 1). A brief description of each species' habitat requirements follows, along with the Biological Conclusion rendered based on survey results in the study area. Habitat requirements for each species are based on the current best available information from referenced literature and/or USFWS. Soil Science Investigations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) Data Explorer was accessed on 3 September 2020 for known occurrences of federally protected species within I mile of study area. NCNHP records indicate one known occurrences within search area. The occurrence is for the Red-cockaded Woodpecker (Picoides borealis). Table l — Federally protected species listed by USFWS Scientific Name Common Name Federal Habitat Biological Status Present Conclusion Aeschynomene vir inica Sensitive Joint-vetch T No No Effect Alligator mississippiensis American Alligator T(S/A) No No Effect Calidris canutus rufa Red Knot T No No Effect Chelonia m das Green Sea Turtle T No No Effect Dermochel s coriacea Leatherback Sea Turtle E No No Effect Laterallusjamaicensis Eastern Black Rail PT No No Effect amaicensis L simachia as erulaefolia Rough-leaved Loosestrife E No No Effect M otis se tentrionalis Northern Long-eared Bat T No No Effect Picoides borealis Red-cockaded woodpecker E No No Effect Trichechus manatus West Indian Manatee T No No Effect Critical Habitat none No No Effect E-Endangered T—Threatened T(S/A)-Threatened due to Similarity of Appearance BGPA-Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act P_-Proposed C-Candidate Aeschynomene virginica (Sensitive Joint-vetch) • Habitat: Sensitive Joint-vetch is an annual plant in the pea family that flowers from July through September. It typically grows in the intertidal zone of coastal marshes where plants are flooded twice daily. It is frequently found in the estuarine meander zone of tidal rivers where sediments transported from upriver settle out and extensive marshes are formed. Bare to sparsely vegetated substrates appear to be a habitat feature of critical importance to this plant. In North Carolina, Sensitive joint-vetch is most often found in roadside ditches, often with some connection to nearby brackish marshes. (httt s://www.fws. ovg /raleiyh/si)ecies/es sensitive ioint-vetch.html) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site was previously forestland that has been timbered by the landowner. A review of the NCNHP records indicates no known occurrence within 1 mile of the study area. Alligator mississippiensis (American Alligator) • Habitat: This once-endangered reptile occurs in refuge marshes, slow-moving streams, and manmade canals. They prefer areas where the water turbidity is low and the water quality is high, with the presence of an adequate food source. (hM://www fws.gov/refu eg /Alli ator River/wildlife and habitat/american alligator.html) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site limits of disturbance exclude aquatic resources. Soil Science Investigations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Calidris canutus rufa (Red Knot) • Habitat: This medium-sized shorebird migrates annually between its breeding grounds in the Canadian Arctic and several wintering regions, including the Southeast United States (Southeast). Habitats used by red knots in migration and wintering areas are generally coastal marine and estuarine (partially enclosed tidal area where fresh and salt water mixes) habitats with large areas of exposed intertidal sediments. Red knots are commonly found along sandy, gravel, or cobble beaches, tidal mudflats, salt marshes, shallow coastal impoundments and lagoons, and peat banks. They forage along sandy beaches during spring and fall migration from Maryland through Florida. During migration, knots also use the tidal mudflats in Maryland and along North Carolina's barrier islands. (www.fws.gov/northeast/redknot/ndf/20130923 REKN PL Supplement02 Ecologv0/620Ab undance Final.pdf) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site was previously forestland that has been timbered by the landowner. Chelonia mydas (Green Seaturtle) • Habitat: Green turtles are generally found in fairly shallow waters (except when migrating) inside reefs, bays, and inlets. The turtles are attracted to lagoons and shoals with an abundance of marine grass and algae. Open beaches with a sloping platform and minimal disturbance are required for nesting. (hfn://ecos.fws.gov/tess public/profile/speciesProfile.action?spcode=COOS) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site limits of disturbance exclude aquatic resources. Dermochelys coriacea (Leatherback Seaturtle) • Habitat: Leatherbacks are the most pelagic of the sea turtles. Adult females require sandy nesting beaches backed with vegetation and sloped sufficiently so the distance to dry sand is limited. Their preferred beaches have proximity to deep water and generally rough seas. (http://www.fws.gov/northflorida/SeaTurties/Turtle%20Factsheets/leatherback-sea-turtle.htm) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site limits of disturbance exclude aquatic resources. Laterallus jamaicensis jamaicensis (Eastern Black Rail) • Habitat: The habitat of this small, marsh bird can be tidally or non-tidally influenced, and range in salinity from salt to brackish to fresh. Tidal height and volume vary greatly between the Atlantic and Gulf coasts and therefore contribute to differences in salt marsh cover plants in the bird's habitat. Along the Atlantic coast, eastern black rail habitat includes impounded and unimpounded salt and brackish marshes. (httt)s://www.fws.gov/southeast/wildlife/birds/eastern-black-rail/) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site lacks marshes and impoundments. Soil Science Investigations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Lysimachia asperulifolia (Rough-leaved Loosestrife) • Habitat: This plant generally occurs in the ecotones or edges between longleaf pine uplands and pond pine pocosins (areas of dense shrub and vine growth usually on a wet, peaty, poorly drained soil) on moist to seasonally saturated sands and on shallow organic soils overlaying sand. Rough-leaf loosestrife has also been found on deep peat in the low shrub community of large Carolina bays (shallow, elliptical, poorly drained depressions of unknown origin). The grass-shrub ecotone, where rough-leaf loosestrife is found, is fire-maintained, as are the adjacent plant communities (longleaf pine - scrub oak, savanna, flatwoods, and pocosin). Suppression of naturally-occurring fire in these ecotones results in shrubs increasing in density and height and expanding to eliminate the open edges required by this plant. Several populations are known from roadsides and power line rights of way where regular maintenance mimics fire and maintains vegetation so that herbaceous species are open to sunlight. (hqp://www.fws.gov/raleigh/soecies/es rough-leaf loosestrife.html) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site was previously forestland that has been timbered by the landowner, and the limits of disturbance exclude wetlands. A review of the NCNHP records indicates no known occurrence within 1 mile of the study area. Myotis septentrionalis (The Northern Long-eared Bat) • Habitat: The northern long-eared bat is found across much of the eastern and north central United States. During summer, northern long-eared bats roost singly or in colonies underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices of both live and dead trees. Males and non- reproductive females may also roost in cooler places, like caves and mines. This bat seems opportunistic in selecting roosts, using tree species based on suitability to retain bark or provide cavities or crevices. It has also been found, rarely, roosting in structures like barns and sheds. Northern long-eared bats spend winter hibernating in caves and mines, called hibemacula. They typically use large caves or mines with large passages and entrances; constant temperatures; and high humidity with no air currents. Specific areas where they hibernate have very high humidity, so much so that droplets of water are often seen on their fur. Within hibernacula, surveyors find them in small crevices or cracks, often with only the nose and ears visible. (https:Hecos.fws. og v/ecp0/profile/speciesProfile?sId=9045) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site was previously forestland that has been timbered by the landowner. No caves, mines, bridges, buildings, or other similar structures are located within the review area. The site is not within 'h mile of a known hibernation site nor within a 150-foot radius of a known, occupied maternity roost. Soil Science Investigations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Picoides borealis (The Red-cockaded Woodpecker) • Habitat: For nesting and roosting habitat, red-cockaded woodpeckers need open stands of pine containing trees 60 years old and older. RCWs need live, large older pines in which to excavate their cavities. Longleaf pines (Pious palustris) are preferred, but other species of southern pine are also acceptable. Dense stands, stands that are primarily hardwoods, or that have a dense hardwood understory are avoided. Foraging habitat is provided in pine and pine hardwood stands 30 years old or older with foraging preference for pine trees 10 inches or larger in diameter. In good, moderately-stocked, pine habitat, sufficient foraging substrate can be provided on 80 to 125 acres. (http://www.fws.izov/ralcigh/si2ecies/es red-cockaded woodpecker.html) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site was previously forestland that has been timbered by the landowner. Trichechus manaeus (West Indian Manatee) • Habitat: Manatees are large, elongated marine mammals that move between fresh-water, brackish, and saltwater environments. They prefer large, slow-moving rivers, river mouths, and shallow coastal areas such as coves and bays. During the summer manatees expand their range, and on rare occasions are seen as far north as Massachusetts on the Atlantic coast and as far west as Texas on the Gulf coast. (hftp://www.fws.p,ov/endanizered/esa-librar-v/r)df/manatee.pdf) • Biological Conclusion: No Effect. No suitable habitat present in the project area. The site limits of disturbance exclude aquatic resources. Soil Science Investigations • Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. CONCLUSION Jurisdictional features (wetlands) were observed within 400 feet of the proposed pits, but they will not be impacted by these activities. The site is not subject to state riparian buffer regulation. The site does not contain suitable habitat for federally listed endangered or threatened species. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at your convenience. Sincerely, 60IL A�/r*CpQ( -OL II&7r'a � $ r Krissina B. Newcomb Project Environmental Scientist # G Hal Owen Licensed Soil Scientist Qualifications of Investigator Hal Owen is a Licensed Soil Scientist by the state of North Carolina (NCLSS 1102) and Senior Environmental Consultant with Hal Owen & Associates, Inc. He is the President of that corporation and owner of the company. He has a bachelor's degree from North Carolina State University in Conservation of Natural Resources with a Concentration in Soil Science, 1982. He was originally trained to conduct these type investigations by Dr. Jan Sassaman while employed as a soil scientist project manager with Westinghouse Environmental and Geotechnical Services, Inc. in 1989. Mr. Owen has conducted hundreds of environmental investigations, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, and jurisdictional determinations during his over thirty year career. Krissina Newcomb is an Environmental Scientist with Hal Owen & Associates, Inc. She received a bachelor's degree from North Carolina State University in Natural Resources with Coastal Concentration in 1998. She has worked for Hal Owen & Associates since 1998, specializing in wetlands investigations, permitting, and state riparian buffer assessments. In addition, she has been trained under Mr. Owen to conducted Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments and Environmental Evaluations for NCDOT Borrow/Waste Sites. Soil Science imestigations 4 Wetland Delineations, Permitting, and Consulting HAL OWEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. Figure 1. Vicinity Map The subject property is located south of Hickman Hills Road in Craven County, North Carolina. Site coordinates are 34.910596 latitude and -76.954320 longitude. Nee,Bern who James City P� q Ci❑en Lai 1 Minnesall 7 Noose Forest Beach Aker e Croatan National Forest _v( 11) Havelock ml crouri tJ GatlJe l and Harlowe w E Carteret County, NC Site Nzwport Road Aqua Ear Club&lounge Pine Grove a United States NC Craven Co. 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Sampling Date: 20 July 2020 ApplicanUOwner: Balfour Beatty State: NC Sampling Point: 1 Investigator(s): Krissina Newcomb, Hal Owen Section,Township, Range: Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Local relief(concave,convex,none): none Slope(%): 1 Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T, MLRA 153A Let: Long: Datum: Soil Map Unit Name: LA- Leaf Silt Loam NWI classification: none Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes X No (If no,explain in Remarks.) Are Vegetation Soil ,or Hydrology significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances'present? Yes X No Are Vegetation Soil ,or Hydrology naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.) SUMMARY OF FINDINGS— Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc. Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes X No Is the Sampled Area Hydric Soil Present? Yes X No X within a Wetland? Yes No Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No X Remarks: HYDROLOGY Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators fminimum of two recuiredl Primary Indicators(minimum of one is reauired�check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(66) ❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(813) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(138) pQ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(1310) LI Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(1316) ❑ Water Marks(81) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry-Season Water Table(C2) ❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) Crayfish Burrows(C8) ❑_ Drift Deposits(133) ❑_ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9) Algal Mat or Crust(134) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position 02) Iron Deposits(B5) 0 Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3) ❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(137) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5) Water-Stained Leaves(139) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U) Field Observations: Surface Water Present? Yes_ No X Depth(inches): Water Table Present? Yes No X Depth(inches): Saturation Present? Yes No X Depth(inches): Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes_ No X includes capillary fringe) Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections),if available: Remarks: observations of apparent water table more than 30 inches below surface. US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region—Version 2.0 VEGETATION (Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants. Sampling Point: 1 Absolute Dominant Indicator Dominance Test worksheet: Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30ft radius ) a/Cover Species? Status Pinus tackle 90 Y FAC Number of Dominant Species 5 1. That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: (A) 2. Total Number of Dominant 3. Species Across All Strata: 6 (B) 4. Percent of Dominant Species 5. That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 83% (A/B) 6. 7 Prevalence Index worksheet: 8 Total%Cover of: Multiply bv: 90 =Total Cover OBL species x 1 = 50%of total cover: 0.5 20%of total cover: 18 FACW species x 2= Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30h radius ) FAC species x 3= 1 Liquidambar styracaflua 4 Y FAC FACU species x 4= 2 Acer rubrum 4 Y FAC UPL species x 5= 3 Column Totals: (A) (B) 4. Prevalence Index =B/A= 5. Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators: 6. _ 1 -Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation 7. _ 2-Dominance Test is>50% 8. _ 3-Prevalence Index is 53.0' 8 =Total Cover _ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain) 50%of total cover: 4 20%of total cover: 1.6 Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30ft radius ) 'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must 1 Pinus taeda 2 Y FAC be present,unless disturbed or problematic. p Pternium aquilinum 1 Y FACU Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata: 3 Tree-Woody plants,excluding vines, 3 in.(7.6 cm)or 4, more in diameter at breast height(DBH), regardless of 5 height. 6. Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines, less 7 than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 R(1 m)tall. 8. Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants, regardless 9. of size,and woody plants less than 3.28 It tall. 10. Woody vine-All woody vines greater than 3.28 It in 11. height. 12, 3 =Total Cover 50%of total cover: 1.5 20°%of total cover: 0.6 Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30ft radius ) 1 Vitis rotundifolia 1 y FAC 2. 3. 4. 5. Hydrophytic =Total Cover Vegetation 50%of total cover: .5 20%of total cover: 2 Present? Yes X No Remarks: (If observed, list morphological adaptations below). US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0 SOIL Sampling Point: 1 Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.) Depth Matrix Redox Features (inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type' Loc Texture Remarks 0-11 10YR 211 100 LS 11-24 10YR 3/2 95 7.5YR 7/5 5 c m LS 'Type: C=Concentration, D=De letion,RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. 'Location: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix. Hydric Soil Indicators: (Applicable to all LRRs,unless otherwise noted.) Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils': ❑ Histosol(At) Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR O) T ❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) LI 2 cm Muck(A70)(LRR S) ❑ Black Histic(A3) Loamy Mucky Mineral IF I)(LRR O) T�t Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) �L-JI Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T) Stratified Layers(A5) Depleted Matrix(F3) LJ Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20) Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T. U) Redox Dark Surface(F6) (MLRA 153B) ❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2) ❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8) ��I Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF 12) ❑ i cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U) l"I Other(Explain in Remarks) Depleted Below Dark Surface(A11) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151) Thick Dark Surface(A72) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR O,P,T) 'Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and Coast Prairie Redox(A76)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U) wetland hydrology must be present, Sandy Mucky Mineral(S1)(LRR O,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151) unless disturbed or problematic. D Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A, 150B) Sandy Redox(S5) Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) Stripped Matrix(S6) Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A, 153C, 153D) Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U) Restrictive Layer(if observed): Type: Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes X No Remarks: US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0 WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM—Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region Project/Site: Weyerhaeuser Zone 5 Tract City/County: Havelock/Craven Co. Sampling Date: 20 July 2020 Applicant/Owner, Balfour Beatty State: NC Sampling Point: 2 Investigator(s). Krissina Newcomb, Hal Owen Section,Township, Range: Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Local relief(concave,convex, none): none Slope(%): 1 Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T, MLRA 153A Let: Long: Datum: Soil Map Unit Name: LA- Leaf Silt Loam NWI classification: PF01/4A Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes X No_ (If no,explain in Remarks.) Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances'present? Yes X No Are Vegetation Soil or Hydrology naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.) SUMMARY OF FINDINGS— Attach site map showing sampling point locations, transects, important features, etc. Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes X No Is the Sampled Area Hydric Soil Present? Yes X No X within a Wetland? Yes No Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X No Remarks: HYDROLOGY Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of two required) Primary Indicators(minimum of one is required check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(86) ❑ Surface Water(Ai) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(1313) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(138) I❑-r High Water Table(A2) 1❑-f Marl Deposits(815)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(1310) LJ Saturation(A3) 1❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) I❑-� Moss Trim Lines(616) ❑_ Water Marks(81) �LJr Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) y1 Dry-Season Water Table(C2) ❑ Sediment Deposits(82) 1L�Jf Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8) Q Drift Deposits(133) LJ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9) Algal Mat or Crust(84) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2) Iron Deposits(65) 0 Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(133) ❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(137) 1❑'I FAC-Neutral Test(D5) Water-Stained Leaves(B9) 1"I Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U) Field Observations: Surface Water Present? Yes No X Depth(inches): Water Table Present? Yes No X Depth(inches): Saturation Present? Yes X No Depth(inches): 9 Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X No includes capillary fringe) Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge, monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections),if available: Remarks: US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region—Version 2.0 VEGETATION (Four Strata) — Use scientific names of plants. Sampling Point: 2 Absolute Dominant Indicator Dominance Test worksheet: Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30ft radius ) °%Cover Species? Status Pinus laeda 10 N FAC Number of Dominant Species 7 1. That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: (A) 2 Liquidambar styracaflua 40 Y FAC 3 Acer rubrum 60 Y FAC Total Number of Dominant Species Across All Strata: 7 (B) 4. Percent of Dominant Species 5. That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100% (A/B) 6. 7 Prevalence Index worksheet: 8 Total°%Cover of: Multiply by 110 =Total Cover OBL species x 1 = 50%of total cover 55 20%of total cover: 22 FACW species x 2= Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30ft radius ) FAC species x 3= 1 Taxodium spp. 10 Y OBL FACU species x 4= 2 UPL species x 5- 3. Column Totals: (A) (B) 4. Prevalence Index =B/A= 5. Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators: 6. _ i -Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation 7. _ 2-Dominance Test is>50% 8. _ 3-Prevalence Index is s3.0' 10 =Total Cover _ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain) 50%of total cover: 5 20%of total cover: 2 Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30tt radius ) 'Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must 1 Ilex glabra 10 Y FACW be present,unless disturbed or problematic. 2 Lyonia lucida 15 Y FACW Definitions of Four Vegetation Strata: 3 Symplocos tinctoria 10 Y FAC Tree-Woody plants.excluding vines, 3 in. (7.6 cm)or 4 Acer rubrum 1 N FAC more in diameter at breast height(DBH), regardless of 5 Liquidambar styracaflua 1 N FAC height. 6. Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less 7 than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall. 8. Herb-AII herbaceous(non-woody)plants,regardless q. of size,and woody plants less than 3.28 1t tall. 10, Woody vine-AII woody vines greater than 3.28 ft in 11, height. 12, 37 =Total Cover 50%of total cover 18.5 20°%of total cover: 7.4 Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30ft radius ) 1 Vitis rotundifolia 1 Y FAC 2_ 3. 4, 5_ Hydrophytic =Total Cover Vegetation 50%of total cover: .5 20%of total cover: .2 Present? Yes X No Remarks: (If observed, list morphological adaptations below). US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0 SOIL Sampling Point: 2 Profile Description: (Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.) Depth Matrix Redox Features (inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type' Loc Texture Remarks 0-20 10YR 211 100 LS 'Type: C=Concentration, D=De letion, RM=Reduced Matrix, MS=Masked Sand Grains. Location: PL=Pore Lining,M=Matrix. Hydric Soil Indicators: (Applicable to all LRRs,unless otherwise noted.) Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils': Histosol(At) Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T, U) El 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR O) Histic Epipedon(A2) D Thin Dark Surface(Sg)(LRR S,T, U) TL'JI 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S) Black Histic(A3) Loamy Mucky Mineral(F1)(LRR O) Tu'I Reduced Vedic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B) Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) Tu'I Piedmont Floodplain Soils(1`19)(LRR P,S,T) Stratified Layers(A5) Depleted Matrix(F3) u Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20) Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T. U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) (MLRA 153B) 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T. U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) El Red Parent Material(TF2) ❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8) Tub Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) Ln Marl(F10)(LRR U) L_I Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(At 1) Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151) ❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR O,P,T) 'Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and D Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) E] Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U) wetland hydrology must be present. D Sandy Mucky Mineral(S1)(LRR O,S) F] Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151) unless disturbed or problematic. ❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic IF18)(MLRA 150A, 150B) ❑ Sandy Redox(S5) Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) Stripped Matrix IS6) Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D) Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T, U) Restrictive Layer(if observed): Type: Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes X No Remarks: US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region—Version 2.0 r a � United States Department of the Interior N FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE Raleigh Ecological Services Field Office qQH;''6 Post Office Box 33726 Raleigh,NC 27636-3726 Phone: (919)8564520 Fax: (919)8564556 In Reply Refer To: September 03, 2020 Consultation Code: 04EN2000-2020-SLI-1776 Event Code: 04EN2000-2020-E-04041 Project Name: BBII-Weyerhaeuser Zone 5 Tract Subject: List of threatened and endangered species that may occur in your proposed project location, and/or may be affected by your proposed project To Whom It May Concern: The species list generated pursuant to the information you provided identifies threatened, endangered, proposed and candidate species, as well as proposed and final designated critical habitat, that may occur within the boundary of your proposed project and/or may be affected by your proposed project. 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 F/ rt �ude 21 E-�d111 _ 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 shormose 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 atjohn_ellis@fws.gov. Attachment(s): • Official Species List .-L _ 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 E,Prt G�r.l? J.:Ei i[UCC-'d72�)_�- idil.a Project Summary Consultation Code: 04EN2000-2020-SLI-1776 Event Code: 04EN2000-2020-E-04041 Project Name: BBII-Weyerhaeuser Zone 5 Tract Project Type: MINING Project Description: US 70 (Havelock) Bypass Project Location: Approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: https: www.google.com/maps/place/34.91139639132633N76.95284961882075W Counties: Craven, NC -,=rnt Code .; F'.21;1;1 _')2'i-E-�wn.11 Endangered Species Act Species There is a total of 10 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 Fisheriesl, 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. 1. 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 STnT�,S Northern Long-eared Bat Myotis septentrionalis Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: httos7Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9045 West Indian Manatee Trichechus manatus Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species.Your location is outside the critical habitat. This species is also protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act,and may have additional consultation requirements. Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ect)/species/4469 09)032020 EventCode 04EP,2i)nn-2020-E-O ina1 Birds NAME STATUS Eastern Black Rail Laterallus jamaicensis ssp.jamaicensis Proposed No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Threatened Species profile:htips://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/10477 Red Knot Calidris canutus rufa Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile:htips:Hecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1864 Red-cockaded Woodpecker Picoides borealis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile:https,Hecos.fws. ov/ecp/species/7614 Reptiles American Alligator Alligator mississippiensis Similarity of No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Appearance Species profile:httns://ecc)s.fws.izov/ecp/species/776 (Threatened) Green Sea Turtle Chelonia mydas Threatened Population: North Atlantic DPS There is final critical habitat for this species.Your location is outside the critical habitat. Species profile:https://ecos.fws.eov/ecp/species/6199 Leatherback Sea Turtle Dermochelys coriacea Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species.Your location is outside the critical habitat. Species profile: https:Hecos.fws.pov/ecp/species/1493 Flowering Plants NAME STATI. Rough-leaved Loosestrife Lysimachia asperulaefolia Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile:httns•//ecos fws ov/ecp/species/2747 Sensitive Joint-vetch Aeschynomene virginica Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https:Hecos fws.pov/ecp/species/855 Critical habitats T-P:RE RE la �'�, a_.2. J'�PISDICTI���I Roy Cooper. Governor MINES NC DEPARTMENT OF 0 Its NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES Susi Hamilton.Secretary �w��� Walter Clark. Director, Land and Water Stewardship NCNHDE-12818 September 3. 2020 Krissina Newcomb Hal Owen & Associates Inc PO Box 400 Lillington, NC 27546 RE: BBII-Weyerhaeuser Zone 5 Tract Dear Krissina Newcomb: 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: ht os//www fw aov/offi /Dir c orv/ istOffi s. fm?stat od = 7. 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. 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Brian D Phillips, R Wayne Skaggs, G M Chescheir North Carolina State University Dept of Biological & Agricultural Engineering Version: 2.8.1.0 Project Run Date and Time: 8/27/2020 3:42:59 PM Output Filename: C: \LateralEffect\outputs\Lateral_Effect_Summary.txt ******************************************************************************** Project Information ------------------------------------------------------------------ Project : HAVELOCK User: DREED Company / Agency: BALFOUR BEATTY Department: Project Location: ZONE 5 Project Coordinates: Soil ID: La Notes: Site Parameters ------------------------------------------------------------------ State: North Carolina County / Parish: Craven Surface Storage: 2_inch_(5.0_cm) Ditch Depth or Depth to Water Surface: 2 ft Depth to Restrictive Layer: 25 ft Drainable Porosity: 0.04 Hydroperiod: 14 days User defined T25 or Default T25: DEFAULT T25 value: 3.4 days User Conductivity or Soil Survey Conductivity: SOIL SURVEY Weighted Hydraulic Conductivity: 0.0554 in/hr Hydraulic Conductivity Data by Layer for Soil: La_Leaf—drained Weighted Hydraulic Conductivity Calculated Using: Average K Values Bottom Depth in Low K in/hr High K in/hr Average K in/hr Layer 1 6.00 0.57 1.98 1.275588 Page 1 ZONE 5 LA Lateral—Effect—Summary 17 Layer 2 67.00 0.00 0.06 0.03047238 Layer 3 300 0.00 0.06 0.03047238 Layer 4 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 5 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 6 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 7 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 8 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ---------------------------------------------- Lateral Effect: 17.4 ft ---------------------------------------------- Page 2 ZONE 5 BA Lateral Effect Summary 44 ----Lateral Effect Program Summary---- Application of Skaggs Method Copyright 2006-2014. Brian D Phillips, R Wayne Skaggs, G M Chescheir North Carolina State University Dept of Biological & Agricultural Engineering Version: 2.8.1.0 Project Run Date and Time: 10/8/2020 2:57:00 PM Output Filename: C:\LateralEffect\outputs\Lateral_Effect_Summary.txt ******************************************************************************** Project Information ------------------------------------------------------------------ Project User: Company / Agency: Department: Project Location: Project Coordinates: Soil ID: Notes: Site Parameters ------------------------------------------------------------------ State: North Carolina County / Parish: Craven Surface Storage: 1_inch_(2.5_cm) Ditch Depth or Depth to Water Surface: 2 ft Depth to Restrictive Layer: 25 ft Drainable Porosity: 0.04 Hydroperiod: 14 days User defined T25 or Default T25: DEFAULT T25 value: 6.5 days User Conductivity or Soil Survey Conductivity: SOIL SURVEY Weighted Hydraulic Conductivity: 0.1940 in/hr Hydraulic Conductivity Data by Layer for Soil: Ba_Bayboro_ponded Weighted Hydraulic Conductivity Calculated Using: Average K Values Bottom Depth in Low K in/hr High K in/hr Average K in/hr Layer 1 13.00 0.57 1.98 1.275588 Page 1 ZONE 5 BA Lateral—Effect—Summary 44 Layer 2 17.00 0.57 1.98 1.275588 Layer 3 300 0.06 0.20 0.12897612 Layer 4 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 5 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 6 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 7 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Layer 8 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ---------------------------------------------- Lateral Effect: 44.8 ft ---------------------------------------------- Page 2 N.ecelve(_I: a/_)/zvzv /C BORROW PIT/WASTE AREA INFORMATION FORM FOR STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE REVIEW Date Submitted 7117/20 County CRAVEN Pit Name WEYERHAUSER-ZONE 5 FOR HPO USE ONLY Highway Project No.and Description C204177 R-1015 HAVELOCK BYPASS ER 20-1615 Submitted by Dail Reed - Balfour Beatty Infrastructure A-DUE 8/11/2020 Preparer Name Company 3314 Jaeckle Drive, Suite 140, Wilmington, NC 28403 Company Address dreed@balfourbeattyus.com 910-599-1911 (Cell) Phone/Email S-DUE 8/11/2020 SITE TYPE: Borrow Pit 0 Waste Area ® Both O SITE INFO: Acreage 45 Borrow Depth 25 LOCATION: Street Address/PIN PORTION OF 6-216-0110,NEAR 535 US HWY 70 W,HAVELOCK NC 28532 GPS Coordinates(decimal degrees) 34.909977, -76.953301 ARCHITECTURAL RESOURCES: 1. Are there any buildings or structures on the project site?(Include abandoned hams,farmhouses,tobacco sheds,bridges,etc.) NO 2. If yes, photographs of structures which appear to be 50 years or older, are required. Photos must show each elevation of the structure and surrounding landscape. ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES: 1. Present and previous land uses of the proposed borrow pitiwaste area. TIMBER 2. What kind of site preparation,if any,has taken place on the projectsite? TEST HOLES 3. Have any artifacts(arrowheads,pottery,etc.)been found on the site? NO 4. Are any marked or unmarked cemeteries located within the proposed pit area? NO 5. Has the area been surveyed by an archaeologist?If yes,give the name of the archaeologist and the date of the survey. NO To ensure timely review, submittal must include a map (aerial, topographic, labelled street, etc.)and/or RML files clearly showing the proposed borrow pit/waste area location and boundaries (entire extent of disturbance). Submit the completed form and map to: Renee Gledhill-Earley, Environmental Review Coordinator, State Historic Preservation Office, at Environmental.Review(a&neder.¢ov, or by USPS, 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4617 (phone 919-814-6584). **Allow at least 30 days for our review and comment** FOR HPO USE ONLY x We have no comment on the project as proposed. Additional information is needed to complete our review. An archaeological survey is recommended. Signed: Date: 08/21/2020 Renee Gledhill-Earley,ER Coordinator November 2019 ER-KBfl lcecelveu: a/�/t,ut,u BORROW PIT/WASTE AREA INFORMATION FORM FOR STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE REVIEW Date Submitted 7/17/20 County CRAVEN Pit Name WEYERHAUSER-ZONE 5 FOR HPO USE ONLY Highway Project No.and Description C204177 R-1015 HAVELOCK BYPASS ER 20-1615 Submitted by Dail Reed - Balfour Beatty Infrastructure A -DUE 8/11/2020 Preparer Namei Company 3314 Jaeckle Drive, Suite 140, Wilmington, NC 28403 Company Address dreed@balfourbeattyus.com 910-599-1911 (Cell) Phone/Email S-DUE 8/11/2020 SITE TYPE: Borrow Pit Q Waste Area O Both O SITE INFO: Acreage 45 Borrow Depth 25 LOCATION: Street Address/PIN PORTION OF 6-216-0110,NEAR 535 US HWY 70 W,HAVELOCK NO 28532 GPS Coordinates(decimal degrees) 34.909977, -76.953301 ARCHITECTURAL RESOURCES: 1. Are there any buildings or structures on the project site?(Include abandoned barns,farmhouses,tobacco sheds,bridges,etc.) NO 2. If yes, photographs of structures which appear to be 50 years or older, are required. Photos must show each elevation of the structure and surrounding landscape. ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES: I. Present and previous land uses of the proposed borrow pit waste area. TIMBER 2. What kind of site preparation,if any,has taken place on the project site? TEST HOLES 3. Have any artifacts(arrowheads,pottery,etc.)been found on the site? NO 4. Are any marked or unmarked cemeteries located within the proposed pit area? NO 5. Has the area been surveyed by an archaeologist? If yes,give the name of the archaeologist and the date of the survey. NO To ensure timely review, submittal must include a map (aerial, topographic, labelled street, etc.) and/or KML files clearly showing the proposed borrow pit/waste area location and boundaries (entire extent of disturbance). Submit the completed form and map to: Renee Gledhill-Earley, Environmental Review Coordinator, State Historic Preservation Office, at Environmental.Review(a)ncder.gov, or by LISPS, 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4617 (phone 919-814-6584). -Allow at least 30 days for our review and comment— FOR HPO USE ONLY x We have no comment on the project as proposed. Additional information is needed to complete our review. An archaeological survey is recommended. Signed: Date: 08/21/2020 Renee Gledhill-Earley,ER Coordinator November 2019 ER-KBH USDA United States A product of the National Custom Soil Resource _i— Department of Cooperative Soil Survey, Agriculture a joint effort of the United Report for States Department of Agriculture and other NRCS Craven County Federal agencies, State , Natural agencies including the Resources Agricultural Experiment North Carolina Conservation Stations, and local Service participants WEYH ZONE 5 0 M■M■MM■MME 1,000 ft August 27, 2020 Preface Soil surveys contain information that affects land use planning in survey areas. They highlight soil limitations that affect various land uses and provide information about the properties of the soils in the survey areas. Soil surveys are designed for many different users, including farmers, ranchers, foresters, agronomists, urban planners, community officials, engineers, developers, builders, and home buyers. Also, conservationists, teachers, students, and specialists in recreation, waste disposal, and pollution control can use the surveys to help them understand, protect, or enhance the environment. Various land use regulations of Federal, State, and local governments may impose special restrictions on land use or land treatment. Soil surveys identify soil properties that are used in making various land use or land treatment decisions. The information is intended to help the land users identify and reduce the effects of soil limitations on various land uses. The landowner or user is responsible for identifying and complying with existing laws and regulations. Although soil survey information can be used for general farm, local, and wider area planning, onsite investigation is needed to supplement this information in some cases. Examples include soil quality assessments (http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/ portal/nres/main/soils/health/)and certain conservation and engineering applications. For more detailed information, contact your local USDA Service Center (https://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app?agency=nres)or your NRCS State Soil Scientist(http://www.nrGs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/soils/contactus/? cid=nres142p2_053951). Great differences in soil properties can occur within short distances. Some soils are seasonally wet or subject to Flooding. Some are too unstable to be used as a foundation for buildings or roads. Clayey or wet soils are poorly suited to use as septic tank absorption fields. A high water table makes a soil poorly suited to basements or underground installations. The National Cooperative Soil Survey is a joint effort of the United States Department of Agriculture and other Federal agencies, State agencies including the Agricultural Experiment Stations, and local agencies. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has leadership for the Federal part of the National Cooperative Soil Survey. Information about soils is updated periodically. Updated information is available through the NRCS Web Soil Survey, the site for official soil survey information. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require 2 alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or(202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 3 Contents Preface....................................................................................................................2 How Soil Surveys Are Made..................................................................................5 SoilMap.................................................................................................................. 8 SoilMap................................................................................................................9 Legend................................................................................................................10 MapUnit Legend................................................................................................ 11 MapUnit Descriptions.........................................................................................11 Craven County, North Carolina....................................................................... 13 Ba—Bayboro mucky loam...........................................................................13 La—Leaf silt loam........................................................................................14 References............................................................................................................16 4 How Soil Surveys Are Made Soil surveys are made to provide information about the soils and miscellaneous areas in a specific area. They include a description of the soils and miscellaneous areas and their location on the landscape and tables that show soil properties and limitations affecting various uses. Soil scientists observed the steepness, length, and shape of the slopes; the general pattern of drainage; the kinds of crops and native plants; and the kinds of bedrock. They observed and described many soil profiles. A soil profile is the sequence of natural layers, or horizons, in a soil. The profile extends from the surface down into the unconsolidated material in which the soil formed or from the surface down to bedrock. The unconsolidated material is devoid of roots and other living organisms and has not been changed by other biological activity. Currently, soils are mapped according to the boundaries of major land resource areas (MLRAs). MLRAs are geographically associated land resource units that share common characteristics related to physiography, geology, climate, water resources, soils, biological resources, and land uses (USDA, 2006). Soil survey areas typically consist of parts of one or more MLRA. The soils and miscellaneous areas in a survey area occur in an orderly pattern that is related to the geology, landforms, relief, climate, and natural vegetation of the area. Each kind of soil and miscellaneous area is associated with a particular kind of landform or with a segment of the landform. By observing the soils and miscellaneous areas in the survey area and relating their position to specific segments of the landform, a soil scientist develops a concept, or model, of how they were formed. Thus, during mapping, this model enables the soil scientist to predict with a considerable degree of accuracy the kind of soil or miscellaneous area at a specific location on the landscape. Commonly, individual soils on the landscape merge into one another as their characteristics gradually change. To construct an accurate soil map, however, soil scientists must determine the boundaries between the soils. They can observe only a limited number of soil profiles. Nevertheless, these observations, supplemented by an understanding of the soil-vegetation-landscape relationship, are sufficient to verify predictions of the kinds of soil in an area and to determine the boundaries. Soil scientists recorded the characteristics of the soil profiles that they studied. They noted soil color, texture, size and shape of soil aggregates, kind and amount of rock fragments, distribution of plant roots, reaction, and other features that enable them to identify soils. After describing the soils in the survey area and determining their properties, the soil scientists assigned the soils to taxonomic classes (units). Taxonomic classes are concepts. Each taxonomic class has a set of soil characteristics with precisely defined limits. The classes are used as a basis for comparison to classify soils systematically. Soil taxonomy, the system of taxonomic classification used in the United States, is based mainly on the kind and character of soil properties and the arrangement of horizons within the profile. After the soil 5 Custom Soil Resource Report scientists classified and named the soils in the survey area, they compared the individual soils with similar soils in the same taxonomic class in other areas so that they could confirm data and assemble additional data based on experience and research. The objective of soil mapping is not to delineate pure map unit components; the objective is to separate the landscape into landforms or landform segments that have similar use and management requirements. Each map unit is defined by a unique combination of soil components and/or miscellaneous areas in predictable proportions. Some components may be highly contrasting to the other components of the map unit. The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way diminishes the usefulness or accuracy of the data. The delineation of such landforms and landform segments on the map provides sufficient information for the development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, onsite investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous areas. Soil scientists make many field observations in the process of producing a soil map. The frequency of observation is dependent upon several factors, including scale of mapping, intensity of mapping, design of map units, complexity of the landscape, and experience of the soil scientist. Observations are made to test and refine the soil-landscape model and predictions and to verify the classification of the soils at specific locations. Once the soil-landscape model is refined, a significantly smaller number of measurements of individual soil properties are made and recorded. These measurements may include field measurements, such as those for color, depth to bedrock, and texture, and laboratory measurements, such as those for content of sand, silt, clay, salt, and other components. Properties of each soil typically vary from one point to another across the landscape. Observations for map unit components are aggregated to develop ranges of characteristics for the components. The aggregated values are presented. Direct measurements do not exist for every property presented for every map unit component. Values for some properties are estimated from combinations of other properties. While a soil survey is in progress, samples of some of the soils in the area generally are collected for laboratory analyses and for engineering tests. Soil scientists interpret the data from these analyses and tests as well as the field-observed characteristics and the soil properties to determine the expected behavior of the soils under different uses. Interpretations for all of the soils are field tested through observation of the soils in different uses and under different levels of management. Some interpretations are modified to fit local conditions, and some new interpretations are developed to meet local needs. Data are assembled from other sources, such as research information, production records, and field experience of specialists. For example, data on crop yields under defined levels of management are assembled from farm records and from field or plot experiments on the same kinds of soil. Predictions about soil behavior are based not only on soil properties but also on such variables as climate and biological activity. Soil conditions are predictable over long periods of time, but they are not predictable from year to year. For example, soil scientists can predict with a fairly high degree of accuracy that a given soil will have a high water table within certain depths in most years, but they cannot predict that a high water table will always be at a specific level in the soil on a specific date. After soil scientists located and identified the significant natural bodies of soil in the survey area, they drew the boundaries of these bodies on aerial photographs and 6 Custom Soil Resource Report identified each as a specific map unit. Aerial photographs show trees, buildings, fields, roads, and rivers, all of which help in locating boundaries accurately. 7 Soil Map The soil map section includes the soil map for the defined area of interest, a list of soil map units on the map and extent of each map unit, and cartographic symbols displayed on the map. 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Oy o m Custom Soil Resource Report Map Unit Legend Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres In AOI Percent of AOI Be Bayboro mucky loam 27.1 22.2% La Leaf silt loam 95.0 77.8% Totals for Area of Interest 122.1 100.0% Map Unit Descriptions The map units delineated on the detailed soil maps in a soil survey represent the soils or miscellaneous areas in the survey area. The map unit descriptions, along with the maps, can be used to determine the composition and properties of a unit. A map unit delineation on a soil map represents an area dominated by one or more major kinds of soil or miscellaneous areas. A map unit is identified and named according to the taxonomic classification of the dominant soils. Within a taxonomic class there are precisely defined limits for the properties of the soils. On the landscape, however, the soils are natural phenomena, and they have the characteristic variability of all natural phenomena. Thus, the range of some observed properties may extend beyond the limits defined for a taxonomic class. Areas of soils of a single taxonomic class rarely, if ever, can be mapped without including areas of other taxonomic classes. Consequently, every map unit is made up of the soils or miscellaneous areas for which it is named and some minor components that belong to taxonomic classes other than those of the major soils. Most minor soils have properties similar to those of the dominant soil or soils in the map unit, and thus they do not affect use and management. These are called noncontrasting, or similar, components. They may or may not be mentioned in a particular map unit description. Other minor components, however, have properties and behavioral characteristics divergent enough to affect use or to require different management. These are called contrasting, or dissimilar, components. They generally are in small areas and could not be mapped separately because of the scale used. Some small areas of strongly contrasting soils or miscellaneous areas are identified by a special symbol on the maps. If included in the database for a given area, the contrasting minor components are identified in the map unit descriptions along with some characteristics of each. A few areas of minor components may not have been observed, and consequently they are not mentioned in the descriptions, especially where the pattern was so complex that it was impractical to make enough observations to identify all the soils and miscellaneous areas on the landscape. The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way diminishes the usefulness or accuracy of the data. The objective of mapping is not to delineate pure taxonomic classes but rather to separate the landscape into Iandforms or Iandform segments that have similar use and management requirements. The delineation of such segments on the map provides sufficient information for the development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, however, 11 Custom Soil Resource Report onsite investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous areas. An identifying symbol precedes the map unit name in the map unit descriptions. Each description includes general facts about the unit and gives important soil properties and qualities. Soils that have profiles that are almost alike make up a soil series. Except for differences in texture of the surface layer, all the soils of a series have major horizons that are similar in composition, thickness, and arrangement. Soils of one series can differ in texture of the surface layer, slope, stoniness, salinity, degree of erosion, and other characteristics that affect their use. On the basis of such differences, a soil series is divided into soil phases. Most of the areas shown on the detailed soil maps are phases of soil series. The name of a soil phase commonly indicates a feature that affects use or management. For example, Alpha silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is a phase of the Alpha series. Some map units are made up of two or more major soils or miscellaneous areas. These map units are complexes, associations, or undifferentiated groups. A complex consists of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas in such an intricate pattern or in such small areas that they cannot be shown separately on the maps. The pattern and proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat similar in all areas. Alpha-Beta complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, is an example. An association is made up of two or more geographically associated soils or miscellaneous areas that are shown as one unit on the maps. Because of present or anticipated uses of the map units in the survey area, it was not considered practical or necessary to map the soils or miscellaneous areas separately. The pattern and relative proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat similar. Alpha-Beta association, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example. An undifferentiated group is made up of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas that could be mapped individually but are mapped as one unit because similar interpretations can be made for use and management. The pattern and proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas in a mapped area are not uniform. An area can be made up of only one of the major soils or miscellaneous areas, or it can be made up of all of them. Alpha and Beta soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example. Some surveys include miscellaneous areas. Such areas have little or no soil material and support little or no vegetation. Rock outcrop is an example. 12 Custom Soil Resource Report Craven County, North Carolina Ba—Bayboro mucky loam Map Unit Setting National map unit symbol: 3wf7 Elevation: 20 to 160 feet Mean annual precipitation: 40 to 55 inches Mean annual air temperature: 59 to 70 degrees F Frost-free period: 200 to 280 days Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance Map Unit Composition Bayboro, ponded, and similar soils: 80 percent Bayboro, drained, and similar soils: 10 percent Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit. Description of Bayboro, Ponded Setting Landform: Flats, depressions Down-slope shape: Linear Across-slope shape: Linear Parent material: Clayey and loamy marine deposits Typical profile A -0 to 13 inches: loam Eg - 13 to 17 inches: loam Btg- 17 to 80 inches: clay Properties and qualities Slope: 0 to 1 percent Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches Drainage class: Very poorly drained Runoff class: Negligible Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately low to moderately high (0.06 to 0.20 in/hr) Depth to water table: About 0 inches Frequency of flooding: None Frequency of ponding: Frequent Available water capacity: High (about 10.8 inches) Interpretive groups Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6w Hydrologic Soil Group: C/D Hydric soil rating: Yes Description of Bayboro, Drained Setting Landform: Depressions, flats Down-slope shape: Linear Across-slope shape. Linear Parent material: Clayey and loamy marine deposits 13 Custom Soil Resource Report Typical profile A - 0 to 13 inches: loam Eg - 13 to 17 inches: loam Btg - 17 to 80 inches: clay Properties and qualities Slope: 0 to 1 percent Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches Drainage class: Very poorly drained Runoff class: Very high Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately low to moderately high (0.06 to 0.20 in/hr) Depth to water table:About 0 inches Frequency of flooding: None Frequency of ponding: None Available water capacity. High (about 10.8 inches) Interpretive groups Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3w Hydrologic Soil Group: C/D Hydric soil rating: Yes La—Leaf silt loam Map Unit Setting National map unit symbol: 3wgl Elevation: 20 to 160 feet Mean annual precipitation: 40 to 55 inches Mean annual air temperature: 59 to 70 degrees F Frost-free period: 200 to 280 days Farmland classification: Farmland of statewide importance Map Unit Composition Leaf, drained, and similar soils: 80 percent Leaf, undrained, and similar soils: 10 percent Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit. Description of Leaf, Drained Setting Landform: Flats on broad interstream divides, terraces Down-slope shape: Linear Across-slope shape: Linear Parent material: Clayey marine deposits Typical profile A - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam Btg - 6 to 67 inches: clay Cg - 67 to 80 inches: clay loam 14 Custom Soil Resource Report Properties and qualities Slope: 0 to 2 percent Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches Drainage class: Poorly drained Runoff class: Very high Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Very low to moderately low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr) Depth to water table:About 0 to 12 inches Frequency of flooding: None Frequency of ponding.• None Available water capacity:Very high (about 12.0 inches) Interpretive groups Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 4w Hydrologic Soil Group: D Hydric soil rating: Yes Description of Leaf, Undrained Setting Landform. Flats on broad interstream divides, terraces Down-slope shape: Linear Across-slope shape: Linear Parent material: Clayey marine deposits Typical profile A - 0 to 6 inches: silt loam Btg - 6 to 67 inches: clay Cg - 67 to 80 inches: clay loam Properties and qualities Slope: 0 to 2 percent Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches Drainage class: Poorly drained Runoff class: Very high Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat):Very low to moderately low (0.00 to 0.06 in/hr) Depth to water table:About 0 to 12 inches Frequency of flooding: None Frequency of ponding. None Available water capacity:Very high (about 12.0 inches) Interpretive groups Land capability classification (irrigated): None specified Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 6w Hydrologic Soil Group. D Hydric soil rating: Yes 15 References American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). 2004. 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U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook 296. http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/national/soils/? cid=nres142p2_053624 United States Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service. 1961. Land capability classification. U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook 210. http:// www.nrcs.usda.gov/lnternet/FSE—DOCUMENTS/nrcsl42p2_052290.pdf 17 C204177 R-1015 SSP-2 Carteret and Craven Counties STANDARD SPECIAL PROVISION NCDOT GENERAL SEED SPECIFICATION FOR SEED QUALITY (5-17-I1) Z-3 Seed shall be sampled and tested by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Seed Testing Laboratory. When said samples are collected, the vendor shall supply an independent laboratory report for each lot to be tested. Results from seed so sampled shall be final. Seed not meeting the specifications shall be rejected by the Department of Transportation and shall not be delivered to North Carolina Department of Transportation warehouses. If seed has been delivered it shall be available for pickup and replacement at the supplier's expense. Any re-labeling required by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Seed Testing Laboratory, that would cause the label to reflect as otherwise specified herein shall be rejected by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Seed shall be free from seeds of the noxious weeds Johnsongrass, Balloonvine, Jimsonweed, Witchweed, Itchgrass, Serrated Tussock, Showy Crotalaria, Smooth Crotalaria, Sicklepod, Sandbur, Wild Onion, and Wild Garlic. Seed shall not be labeled with the above weed species on the seed analysis label. Tolerances as applied by the Association of Official Seed Analysts will NOT be allowed for the above noxious weeds except for Wild Onion and Wild Garlic. Tolerances established by the Association of Official Seed Analysts will generally be recognized. However, for the purpose of figuring pure live seed, the found pure seed and found germination percentages as reported by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Seed Testing Laboratory will be used. Allowances, as established by the NCDOT, will be recognized for minimum pure live seed as listed on the following pages. The specifications for restricted noxious weed seed refers to the number per pound as follows: Restricted Noxious Limitations per Restricted Noxious Limitations per Weed Lb. Of Seed Weed Lb. of Seed Blessed Thistle 4 seeds Cornflower (Ragged 27 seeds Robin) Cocklebur 4 seeds Texas Panicum 27 seeds Spurred Anoda 4 seeds Bracted Plantain 54 seeds Velvetleaf 4 seeds Buckhorn Plantain 54 seeds Morning-glory 8 seeds Broadleaf Dock 54 seeds Corn Cockle 10 seeds Curly Dock 54 seeds Wild Radish 12 seeds Dodder 54 seeds Purple Nutsedge 27 seeds Giant Foxtail 54 seeds Yellow Nutsedge 27 seeds Horsenettle 54 seeds Canada Thistle 27 seeds Quackgrass 54 seeds Field Bindweed 27 seeds Wild Mustard 54 seeds Hedge Bindweed 27 seeds Seed of Pensacola Bahiagrass shall not contain more than 7% inert matter, Kentucky Bluegrass, Centipede and Fine or Hard Fescue shall not contain more than 5% inert matter whereas a maximum of 2% inert matter will be allowed on all other kinds of seed. In addition, all seed shall C204177 R-1015 SSP-3 Carteret and Craven Counties not contain more than 2% other crop seed nor more than I% total weed seed. The germination rate as tested by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture shall not fall below 70%, which includes both dormant and hard seed. Seed shall be labeled with not more than 7°/%, 5% or 2% inert matter(according to above specifications), 2% other crop seed and 1% total weed seed. Exceptions may be made for minimum pure live seed allowances when cases of seed variety shortages are verified. Pure live seed percentages will be applied in a verified shortage situation. Those purchase orders of deficient seed lots will be credited with the percentage that the seed is deficient. FURTHER SPECIFICATIONS FOR EACH SEED GROUP ARE GIVEN BELOW: Minimum 85%pure live seed; maximum 1% total weed seed; maximum 2%total other crop seed; maximum 144 restricted noxious weed seed per pound. Seed less than 83% pure live seed will not be approved. Sericea Lespedeza Oats (seeds) Minimum 80% pure live seed; maximum 1% total weed seed; maximum 2% total other crop; maximum 144 restricted noxious weed seed per pound. Seed less than 78% pure live seed will not be approved. Tall Fescue (all approved varieties) Bermudagrass Kobe Lespedeza Browntop Millet Korean Lespedeza German Millet — Strain R Weeping Lovegrass Clover— Red/White/Crimson Carpetgrass Minimum 78%pure live seed; maximum I% total weed seed; maximum 2%total other crop seed; maximum 144 restricted noxious weed seed per pound. Seed less than 76% pure live seed will not be approved. Common or Sweet Sundangrass Minimum 76% pure live seed; maximum I% total weed seed; maximum 2% total other crop seed; maximum 144 restricted noxious weed seed per pound. Seed less than 74% pure live seed will not be approved. Rye(grain; all varieties) Kentucky Bluegrass (all approved varieties) Hard Fescue (all approved varieties) Shrub (bicolor) Lespedeza Minimum 70% pure live seed; maximum I% total weed seed; maximum 2% total other crop seed; maximum 144 noxious weed seed per pound. Seed less than 70% pure live seed will not be approved. Centipedegrass Japanese Millet Crownvetch Reed Canary Grass Pensacola Bahiagrass Zoysia Creeping Red Fescue C204177 R-1015 SSP-4 Carteret and Craven Counties Minimum 70% pure live seed; maximum 1% total weed seed; maximum 2% total other crop seed; maximum 5% inert matter; maximum 144 restricted noxious weed seed per pound. Barnyard Grass Big Bluestem Little Bluestem Bristly Locust Birdsfoot Trefoil Indiangrass Orchardgrass Switchgrass Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover 7 / ? 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For lakes and reservoirs not designated as trout waters, the turbidity shall not exceed 25 NTUs. If the turbidity exceeds these levels due to natural background conditions, the existing turbidity level shall not be increased. If during any operating day, the downstream water quality exceeds the standard, the Contractor shall do all of the following: (A) Either cease discharge or modify the discharge volume or turbidity levels to bring the downstream turbidity levels into compliance, or (B) Evaluate the upstream conditions to determine if the exceedance of the standard is due to natural background conditions. If the background turbidity measurements exceed the standard, operation of the pit and discharge can continue as long as the stream turbidity levels are not increased due to the discharge. (C) Measure and record the turbidity test results (time, date and sampler) at all defined sampling locations 30 minutes after startup and at a minimum, one additional sampling of all sampling locations during that 24-hour period in which the borrow pit is discharging. (D) Notify DWQ within 24 hours of any stream turbidity standard exceedances that are not brought into compliance. During the Environmental Assessment required by Article 230-4 of the 2018 Standard Specifications, the Contractor shall define the point at which the discharge enters into the State's surface waters and the appropriate sampling locations. Sampling locations shall include points upstream and downstream from the point at which the discharge enters these waters. Upstream sampling location shall be located so that it is not influenced by backwater conditions and C204177 R-1015 G-41 Carteret and Craven Counties represents natural background conditions. Downstream sampling location shall be located at the point where complete mixing of the discharge and receiving water has occurred. The discharge shall be closely monitored when water from the dewatering activities is introduced into jurisdictional wetlands. Any time visible sedimentation (deposition of sediment) on the wetland surface is observed, the dewatering activity will be suspended until turbidity levels in the stilling basin can be reduced to a level where sediment deposition does not occur. Staining of wetland surfaces from suspended clay particles, occurring after evaporation or infiltration, does not constitute sedimentation. No activities shall occur in wetlands that adversely affect the functioning of a wettand. Visible sedimentation will be considered an indication of possible adverse impacts on wetland use. The Engineer will perform independent turbidity tests on a random basis. These results will be maintained in a log within the project records. Records will include, at a minimum, turbidity test results, time, date and name of sampler. Should the Department's test results exceed those of the Contractor's test results, an immediate test shall be performed jointly with the results superseding the previous test results of both the Department and the Contractor. The Contractor shall use the VCDOT Turbidity Reduction Options for Borrow Pits Matrix, available at: https:i,connect.ncdot.gov resourcesiroadside/FieldOperationsDocuments,TurbidityReductionOpt ionSheet.pdf to plan, design, construct, and maintain BMPs to address water quality standards. Tier I Methods include stilling basins which are standard compensatory BMPs. Other Tier I methods are noncompensatory and shall be used when needed to meet the stream turbidity standards. Tier II Methods are also noncompensatory and are options that may be needed for protection of rare or unique resources or where special environmental conditions exist at the site which have led to additional requirements being placed in the DWQ's 401 Certifications and approval letters, Isolated Wetland Permits, Riparian Buffer Authorization or a DOT Reclamation Plan's Environmental Assessment for the specific site. Should the Contractor exhaust all Tier I Methods on a site exclusive of rare or unique resources or special environmental conditions, Tier II Methods may be required by regulators on a case by case basis per supplemental agreement. The Contractor may use cation exchange capacity(CEC) values from proposed site borings to plan and develop the bid for the project. CEC values exceeding 15 milliequivalents per 100 grams of soil may indicate a high potential for turbidity and should be avoided when dewatering into surface water is proposed. 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