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APR 1 7 2015

NCDOT PROGRAMMATIC CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION (PCE)
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For use by a Local Government Agency
TIP Project No. U-5534B
WBS Element 44096 & 43819
Federal Project No. STPDA-0332(44)
A. Project Description:
The City of Wilmington proposes a public walkway underneath the
Heide Trask (Wrightsville Beach) Drawbridge which will serve as the northern
terminus (Phase IIIB) of the Gary Shell Cross-City Trail in Wilmington, New
Hanover County. The Gary Shell Cross-City Trail will be approximately 15
miles long upon completion, providing bicycle and pedestrian access to numerous
recreational, cultural, and educational destinations in Wilmington.
Phase II� consists of a public walkway undemeath the Heide Trask Drawbridge
to provide a designated crossing for cyclists and pedestrians across US 74-76
(Wrightsville Avenue) on the mainland side of the drawbridge in Wilmington. It
begins in the northeast quadrant of the Wrightsville Avenue/Airlie Road
intersection near the terminus of Phase IIIB of the Trail (currently in design). It
ends in the southeast quadrant of the same intersection, approximately 450 linear
feet from the Bridge Tender Marina parking lot.
The project location is shown in Figure 1. This project is listed as U-5534B in the
current 2012-2018 NCDOT State Tran�portatiorz Improvement Progr^am (STIP)
(October 2014), and construction is anticipated to begin in early 2015.
The proposed wallcway will be comprised of a timber bridge with composite
decking and timber handrails. Under the existing drawbridge, the walkway will
have an 8-foot clear distance (width between the rails). The wallcway begins in
the northeast quadrant of the Wrightsville Avenue/Airlie Road intersection near
the termi.nus of Phase IIIB of the Trail (currently in design). It ends in the
southeast quadrant of the same intersection, near the Bridge Tender Marina
parking lot. Figure 2 shows the design and Figure 3 shows a 3D rendering of the
proposed walkway.
This project will be built within existing NCDOT right of way. The estimated
construction cost for the proposed project is $563,100.
B. Purpose and Need:
The purpose of the proposed project is to provide a safe crossing for cyclists and
pedestrians across US 74 (Wrightsville Avenue). The wallcway also is part of the
Gary Shell Cross-City Trail, which is a key piece of the City of Wilmington's
TraiLs and Greenways System. Its construction will help address a need for
alternative transportation in the City that is safer and more convenient for
citizens.
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The Wilmington City Council approved the development of the Cross-City Trail
in June 2008 as a project that will:
• Provide a safe built environment that encourages healthy, active lifestyles;
• Help to clear roadway congestion and pollution by providing a safe route
for alternative transportation;
• Impact economic viability through increased tourism, jobs, and property
values; and
• Improve quality of life by increasing opporhuiities for recreation,
experiencing a sense of community, and connecting with nature.
The Cross-City Trail is shown as a Planned Bicycle Route in the Bicycle Element
of the 2030 Wilmington MPO Long-Range Ti•ansportation Plan.
C. Proposed Improvements — Select ALL Activities that apply to the Project,
regardless of TYPE
Circle one or more of the following Type I activities:
l. Non-construction activities (program activities).
2. Approval of utility installations along or across a transportation facility.
O3. Construction of bicvcle and pedestrian ]anes, paths, and facilities.
4. Activities included in the State's "highway safety plan" under 23 USC 402
(programs administered by the Division of Motor Vehicles).
5. Transfer of Federal lands pursuant to 23 USC 317 when the subsequent
action is not a FHWA action.
6. The installation of noise barriers or alterations to existing publicly owned
buildings to provide for noise reduction.
7. Landscaping.
8. Installation of fencing, signs, pavement markings, small passenger
shelters, traffic signals, and railroad warning devices.
9. Emergency repavrs under 23 USC 125 (Governor Declared Emergency).
10. Acquisition of scenic easements.
11. Determination of paybacic under 23 CFR Part 480 for property previously
acquired with federal-aid participation.
12. Improvements to e�cisting rest areas and truck weigh stations.
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13. Ridesharing activities.
14. Bus and Rail car rehabilitatiou.
15. Alterations to facilities or vehicles in order to malce them accessible for
elderly and handicapped persons.
16. Program administration, technical assistance activities, and operating
assistance to transit authorities to continue e�sting service or increase
service to meet changes in routine demand.
17. The purchase of vehicles by the applicant where the use of these vehicles
can be accommodated by existing facilities or by new facilities which
themselves are withiu a CE.
18. Track and rail bed maintenance and improvements when carried out
within the existing right of way.
19. Purchase and installation of operating or maintenance equipment to be
located within the transit facility and with no significant impacts off the
site.
20. Promulgation of rules, regulations and directives.
21. Replacement of guardrail.
Circle one or more of the following Type II activities:
1. Modernization of a highway by resurfacing, restoration, rehabilitation,
reconstruction, adding shoulders, or adding auxiliary lanes (e.g., parking,
weaving, turning, climbing).
a. Restoring, Resurfacing, Rehabilitating, and Reconstructing
pavement (3R and 4R improvements)
b. Widening roadway and shoulders without adding through lanes
c. Modemizing gore treatments
d. Constructing lane improvements (merge, auxiliaxy, and turn lanes)
e. Adding shoulder drains
f. Replacing and rehabilitating culverts, inlets, and drainage pipes,
including safety treatments
g. Providing driveway pipes
h. Performing minor bridge widening (less than one through lane)
i. Slide Stabilization
j. Structural BMP's for water quality improvement
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2. Highway safety or traffic operations improvement projects including the
installation of ramp metering control devices and lighting.
a. Installing ramp metering devices
b. Installing lights
c. Adding or upgrading guardrail
d. Installing safety barriers including Jersey type barriers and pier
protection
e. Installing or replacing impact attenuators
f. Upgrading medians including adding or upgrading median barriers
g. Improving intersections including relocation andlor realignment
h. Making minor roadway realignment
i. Channelizing traffic
j. Performing clear zone safety improvements including removing
hazards and flattening slopes
k. Implementing traffic aid systems, signals, and motorist aid
1. Installing bridge safety hardware including bridge rail retrofit
3. Bridge rehabilitation, reconstruction, or replacement or the construction of
grade separation to replace existing at-grade railroad crossings.
a. Rehabilitating, reconstructing, or replaciug bridge approach slabs
b. Rehabilitating or replacing bridge decks
c. Rehabilitating bridges including painting (no red lead paint), scour
repair, fender systems, and minor structural improvements
d. Replacing a bridge (structure and/or fill)
4. Transportation corridor fringe parking facilities.
Construction of new truck weigh stations or rest areas.
6. Approvals for disposal of excess right-of-way or for joint or limited use of
right-of-way, where ihe proposed use does not have significant adverse
impacts.
7. Approvals for changes in access control.
Construction of new bus storage and maintenance facilities in areas used
predominantly for industrial or transportation purposes where such
constnzction is not inconsistent with existing zoning and located on or near
a street with adequate capacity to handle anticipated bus and support
vehicle traffic.
9. Rehabilitation or reconstruction of e7cistiug rail and bus buildings and
a.ncillary facilities where only minor amounts of additional land are
required and there is not a substantial increase in the number of users.
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10. Construction of bus transfer facilities (an open area consisting of
passenger shelters, boarding areas, kiosks and related street
improvements) when located in a commercial area or other high activity
center in which there is adequate street capacity for projected bus traffic.
11. Construction of rail storage and maintenance facilities in areas used
predominantly for industrial or transp�rtation purposes where such
construction is not inconsistent with existing zoning and where there is no
significant noise impact on the surrounding community.
12. Acquisition of land for bardship or protective purposes, advance land
acquisition Ioans under section 3(b) of the UMT Act. Hardship and
protective buying will be permitted only for a particular parcel or a limited
number of parcels. These types of land acquisition qualify for a CE only
where the acquisition will not limit the evaluation of alternatives,
including shifts in alignment for planned construction projects, which may
be required in the NEPA process. No project development on such land
nnay proceed until the NEPA process has been completed.
13. Acquisition and construction of wetland, stream and endangered species
mitigation sites.
14. Remedial activities involving the removal, treatment or monitoring of soil
or groundwater contamination pursuant to state or federal remediation
guidelines.
D. �ecial Project Information:
Impact to E�sting Resources. A natural resources investigation was
conducted in the project study area on September 11, 2013. Coastal Area
Management Act (CAMA) Areas of Environmental Concem (AECs) occurring
within the study area include the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (ICV� which
is designated as a Public Trust Water. AECs include all lands within 75 feet of
the normal high water level (NWL) of the waterway. In addition, coastal
wetlands are also iucluded as CAMA regulated AECs.
A detailed delineation of the normal high water mark (NHV� of the ICW and
wetlands within the project study area was conducted on November 11, 2013.
The NHW mark alo��g the ICW denotes the Iimits of tidally influenced open
water in the study area that is subject to USACE and NCDCM jurisdiction.
Two tidal salt marsh wetlands are located within the open water area of tha
study area, totaling 0.43 acres, which also are regulated by the USACE and
NCDCM. The site was field reviewed by NCDCM staff on November 11, 2013
to verify the normal high water line and coastal wetland areas. Natural
resources within the project area, including the coastal wetlands and the NHW
lvne, are shown on Figure 4.
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Based on coordination with the USACE and NCDCM, while the project will be
constructed adjacent to and partially above sensitive environmental features
such as tidal salt marsh and open water habitats, the proposed project is not
anticipated to have any substantial impact on any unique or important natural
resources.
The US Fish and Wildlife Service (LJSFWS) website (updated January 24,
2014) lists 12 federally protected (threatened or endangered) species known to
occur in New Hanover County. A biological conclusion of "No Effect" was
determined for each species. The "No Effect" call is the result of lack of
suitable habitat or the little to no unpact of what marginal habitat is there. In
addition to the twelve listed species, the northern long-eared bat and the red
lcnot are proposed for listing.
Scientific Name
Alligator mississippiensis
Acipeiaser ozyrnichus
Thalictrum cooleyi
Carex lutea
Chelonia mydas
Caretta car•etta
Myotis septenirionalis
Common Name
American alligator
Atlantic siurgeon
Cooley's meadowrue
Golden sedge
Green sea turtle
Loggerhead sea turtle
Northern long-eazed bat
Federal I Iiabitat I Biological
Statas Present Conclusion
T (S/A) Yes
E Yes
E No
E No
T Yes
T Yes
P Yes
No Effect
No Effect
No Effect
No Effect
No Effect
No Effect
Not
Charadrius melodus Piping plover T No No Effect
Picoides borealis Red-cockaded E No No Effect
wood ecker
Calidris ca�zutus rufa Red knot P No Not
D o...,, re.7
Lysimachia asperulaefoJia Rough-leaved loosestrife E No No Effect
.Rnraranthus pumilus Seabeach amaranth T NO NO Ef%Ct
Acipertser brevirostrum Shortnose sturgeon E Yes No Effect
Trichechus manafus West Indian manatee E Yes No Effect
E— Endangered, T— Threatened, P— Proposed, T(S/A) — Threatened due to similarity of
appearance
The Bald eagle was removed from the Endangered Species List on August 8,
2007. It is, however, protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. There is nesting and foraging habitat within
the study area. Surveys performed on September 12, 2013 found no nests
within the project study area. A review of the North Carolina Natural Heritage
Program (NCNHP) database, updated July 2014, indicated no occurrences of
bald eagles within one mile of the project study area.
The project area is disturbed, and while the proposed alignment does extend
over the NHW line into the ICW, the aquatic area is Ueneath an existing
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NCDOT drawbridge, and adjacent to an active marina and navigational channel
with heavy boat traffic (ICW}.
In the scoping response letter from USFWS (October 21, 2013, attached), the
Service noted that this project is anticipated to have miuimal impact on fsh and
wildlife resources.
The proposed wallcway is adjacent to the Wrightsville Recreational Area, a
stream on the 2012 Section 303(d) list for impaired use for aquatic life due to
loss of use. According to the scoping response letter from NCDENR Division
of Water Resources (October 28, 2013, attached), the agency is very concerned
with sediment and erosion impacts that could result from this project. NCDWR
requests that road design plans provide treatment of the storm water runoff
through best management practices.
This project includes development within the Special Flood Hazard Area
(SFHA). The scoping response letter from the NC Department of Public Safety
(October 29, 2013) noted that any development within the SFHA will require a
floodplain development permit from the municipality having jurisdiction; this
project is primarily within New Hanover County and the project owner is the
City of Wilmington. They also stated that all structures, elements, and utilities
should be protected to the Regulatory Flood Protection Elevation in accordance
with the local ordinance and 44 CFR 60.3.
The DENR Wilmington Regional Office noted in their scoping response letter
(attached) that an underground storage tank (UST) is located adjacent to the
project at 1418 Airlie Road (the Bridge Tender Marina, at the southern end of
the proposed wallcway). The Bridge Tender Marina property is labeled "high
risk" because of the contaminant plume tl�at was discovered in Apri12007. The
adjacent NCDOT property in the southwest quadrant of the bridge also is
considered high risk because it is in the path of the contaminant plume, and
because it is within 250' of the observed incident. The assessment and cleanup
phase is underway. The source of the contaminant is a well that is out of use;
contaminate levels are very low, and NCDENR plans to abandon the site, but it
cannot be properly abandoned Uecause a generator or transformer has been
installed on top of the well site. NCDENR staff stated during conversations
that no impact to the UST is anticipated since the proposed wallcway does not
cross over the well.
In a letter dated November 4, 2013 (attached), the State Historic Preservation
Office (HPO) stated tbat the Heide Trask Memorial Bridge was determined
eligible for the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 2005 under
Criterion C for engineering. At a meeting on April 14, 2014, SHPO determined
that there would be no effect on historic resources (the concurrence form is in
the appendix). T�i the November 2013 letter, HPO also stated that there are no
recorded archaeological sites within the project area, and an archaeological
survey is not recommended.
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Permits. Encroachments into the NHW of the ICW and AEC areas will require
authorization from the USACE under Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act
and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. It is anticipated that a USACE
Regional General Permit (GP) 56 (Piers, Docks, and Boathouses) will be
prepared. GP 56 can authorize activities under both Section 10 and Section 404.
Under GP 56, special conditions i.nclude two requirements.
• Special Condition (d) says "The width of any pier will not exceed su�
feet, unless the Corps determines, in writing, that a greater width is
necessary for safe use, to improve public access, or to support a water
dependent use that cannot othervvise occur." USACE and NCDCM
have agreed to allow a wider path (7.5 feei) in the interest of safety and
public use.
• Special Condition (h) says "Docks and piers extending over wetlands
will be elevated sufficiently (minimum of three feet above the wetland
substrate to prevent total shading of vegetation, substrate, or other
elements of the aquatic environment."
The project also will require a Section 401 Water Quality Certification from the
NC Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) and a CAMA Major Development
Permit from the NC Division of Coastal Management. Because erosion control
and a CAMA Major Permit are required, a State Stormwater Permit also is
required. Tlus project may require a Consent Agreement from USACE and
may require a USCG bridges permit.
Public Involvement. A public meeting was held on October 8, 2013 from 5:00
to 6:30 p.m. at St. Andrews on the Sound Church in Wilmington. Twenty-two
people attended, and comments were received from nine people. The proposed
design was shown. There were no major objections raised to the proposed
project, and comments were generally in favor of building the project for
bicycle/pedestrian safety reasons.
Scoping Responses. Scoping letter responses from the US Ai7ny Corps of
Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife Service, NCDENR (Division of Water
Resources and Division of Coastal Management), NC Wildlife Resources
Commission, State Historic Preservation Office, and NC Department of Public
Safety are attached.
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E. Threshold Criteria
ECOLOGICAL
(1) Will the project have a substantial impact on any
unique or important natural resource?
�2)
�Q.
Does the project involve habitat where federally
listed endangered or threaeened species may occur?
Will the project affect anadromous fish?
(4) If the project involves wetlands, is the amount of
permanent and/or temporary wetland taking less than
one-tenth (1/10) of an acre and have all practicable measures
to avoid and minimize wetland takings been evaluated?
(5)
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YES
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X
Will the project require the use of U. S. Forest Service lands? ❑
Will the quality of adjacent water resources be adversely ❑
impacted by proposed construcrion activities?
Does the project involve waters classified as Outstanding Water ❑
Resources (OWR) and/or High Quality Waters (HQV�?
Will the project require fill in waters of the United States ❑
in any of the designated mountain trout counties?
Does the project involve any known underground storage ❑
tanks (UST's) or hazardous materials sites?
PERMITS AND COORDINATION
(10) If the project is located within a CAMA county, will the
project significantly affect the coastal zone and/or any
"Area of Environmental Concern" (AEC)?
(11) Does the project involve Coastal Barrier Resources Act
resources?
(12) Will a U. S. Coast Gua.rd permit be required?
YES
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NO
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X
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X
X
X
X
X
NO
X
X
X
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(13) Will the project result in the modification of any existing
regulatory floodway?
(14) Will the project require any stream relocations or channel
changes?
SOCIAL ECONOMIC. AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
(15} Will the project induce substantial impacts to planned
growth or land use for the area?
(16) Will the project require the relocation of any family or
business?
(17) Will the project have a disproportionately high and adverse
human health and environmental effect on any minority or
low-income population?
(18) If the project involves the acquisition of right of way, is the
amount of right of way acquisition considered mi.uor?
(19) Will the project involve any changes in access control?
(20) Will the project substantially alter the usefulness
andlor land use of adjacent property?
(21) Will the project have an adverse effect on pernnanent
local traffic patterns or community cohesiveness?
(22) Is the project included in an approved thoroughfare plan
andlor Transportation Improvement Program (and is,
therefore, in conformance with the Clean Air Act of 1990)?
(23) Is the project anticipated to cause an increase in traffic
volumes?
(24) Will traffic be maintained during construction using existing
roads, staged construction, or on-site detours?
YES NO
❑ X
❑ X
YES NO
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X
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X
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(25) If the project is a bridge replacement project, will the bridge
be replaced at its e�sting location (along the existing facility)
and will all construction proposed in association with the ❑
bridge replaceinent project be contained on the existing facility? N/A
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Is there substantial controversy on social, economic, or
environmental grounds concerning the project?
Is the project consistent with all Federal, State, and local laws
relating to the environmental aspects of the project?
YES NO
❑ X
X ❑
(28) Will the project have an "effect" on shuctures/properties
eligible for or listed on the National Register of Historic Places?
(29) Will the project affect any archaeological remains which are ❑
important to history or pre-history?
(30) Will the project require the use of Section 4( fl resources
(public parks, recreation lands, wildlife and waterfowl refuges,
historic sites, or historic bridges, as defined in Section 4(� ❑
of the U. S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966)?
(31) Will the project result in any conversion of assisted public
recreation sites or facilities to non-recreation uses, as defined
by Section 6( fl of the Land and Water Conservation Act ❑
of 1965, as amended?
(32) Will the project involve construction in, across, or adjacent
to a river designated as a component of or proposed for ❑
inclusion in the National System of Wild and Scenic Rivers?
F. Additional Documentation Required for Unfavorable Responses in Part E
Item 2—(Federally Listed Endangered or Threatened Habitat).
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X
X
X
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Of the 12 federally protected {threatened or endangered) species lrnown to occur
in New Hanover County, the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP)
database identified four that have been known to occur within one mile of the
project:
Atlantic sturgeon — Water depths within the project area can fluctuate, so
marginally suitable habitat for Atlantic sturgeon is present within the project area
in the open water areas of the project. However, due to the low water levels
typically present within the project area, and due to the minimal impact to the
aquatic environment from the proposed project, the biological conclusion is "No
Effect."
Northern long-eared bat — Suitable winter hibernacula is not present within the
study area, however suitable sununer roosting habit is lilcely present throughout
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the corridor. Since the species is not currently protected, pedestrian surveys for
suitable roosting habitat are not required, however Kimley-Horn staff did review
the project corridor in mid-August and early September and no bats were
observed. Additionally, a review of the NCNHP database, updated July 2014,
indicated no known occurrences of northern long-eared bat within the study area
or within 1.0 mile of the study area. Due to the potential for suitable sumvler
roosting habitat, but lack of known occurrences, a biological conclusion is Not
Required due to Proposed Status.
American alligator — Suitable habitat for American alligator is present within the
study area in the open water and salt marsh areas of the project area, however due
to the typically shallow water and the heavy boat traffic along the ICW, it is
unlikely that Arnerican alligator is found within the project area. Additionally, a
review of NHP records (updated July 2014) indicates no lcnown occurrences of
American alligator within the project area or within 1.0 mile. Due to the lack of
known occurrences and the minimal impact anticipated to the aquatic impacts
within the project area, it has beeu determined that the proposed project will have
no effect on this species. It should be noted that since American alligator is listed
as threatened due to similarity of appearance, Section 7 consultation with the US
Fish and Wildlife Service is not required. A biological conclusion is Not
Required due to its status as Threatened Due to Similarity of Appearance (TS/A).
West Indian inanatee — West Indian mauatee has been recorded in all open water
habitats throughout the county. However, the West Indian manatee utilizes
freshwater and marine habitats with depths of 5 to 20 feet. The water depths in
the vicinity of the proposed project range from 0 to 2 feet, depths too shallow to
provide habitat for the manatee. In addition, precautionary measures for
construction activities in North Carolina waters used by the manatee have been
outlined by the Ra.leigh Field Office of the USFWS. If the Guidelines for
Avoiding Impacts to the West bzdian Manatee (USFWS, 2003) are implemented
by the contractor during construction, the biological conclusion is "No Effect."
G. PCE A�raval
TIP Project No. U-5534B
WBS Element 44096
Federal-Aid Project No. STPDA-0332(44)
Project Description:
The City of Wilmington proposes a public walkway underneath the
Heide Trask (Wrightsville Beach) Drawbridge which will serve as the northern
terminus (Phase IIIB) o;f the Gary Shell Cross-City Trail in Wilmington, New
Hanover County. The Gary Shell Cross-City Trail will be approximately 15
miles long upon completion, providing bicycle and pedestrian access to numerous
recreational, cultural, and educational destinations in Wilmington.
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Phase IIIB consists of a public walkway underneath the Heide Trask Drawbridge
to provide a designated crossing for cyclists and pedesirians across US 74-76
(Wrighisville Avenue) on the mainland side of the drawbridge in Wilmington. It
begins in the northeast quadrant of the Wrightsville Avenue/Airlie Road
intersection near the terminus of Phase IIIB of the Trail (currently in design). It
ends in the southeast quadrant of the same intersection, approximately 450 linear
feet from the Bridge Tender Marina parking lot.
The project location is shown in Figure 1. This project is listed as U-5534B in the
current 2012-2018 NCDOT State Transportation bnprovement Program (STIP)
(October 2014}, and construction is anticipated to begin in early 2015.
The proposed walkway will be comprised of a timber bridge with composite
decking and timber handrails. Under the existing drawbridge, the walkway will
have an 8-foot clear distance (width between the rails). The wallcway begins in
the northeast quadrant of the Wrightsville Avenue/Airlie Road intersection near
t1�e terminus of Phase IIIB of the Trail (currently in design). It ends in the
southeast quadrant of the same intersection, near the Bridge Tender Marina
parking lot. Figure 2 shows the design and Figure 3 shows a 3D rendering of the
proposed walkway.
This project will be built within existing NCDOT right of way. The estimated
construction cost for the proposed project is $563,100.
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Cate�orical Exclusion Action Classification: (Check one}
TYPE I (A)
X TYPE I (B)
TYPE II(A)
TYPE II(B)
Prepared Bv:
NO BOXES Checked
ANY BOX Checked
refer to Section E
NO BOXES Checked
ANY BOX is Checked
Jeffrey W. Moore, P.E., License No. 22436
Date Name, Title
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc, [phone]
Company/Agency, Telephone #
NOTE: Form needs to be completed by either a Professional Engineer {PE),
Biologist, Planner, or AICP
Preuared For: City of Wilmington, North Carolina
Local Govemment Agency
Reviewed:
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Date � roject Dev. Unit ]
NCDOT - PDEA
/ Division Representative
/ NCDOT Division
NOTE: NCDOT Review may occur at either PDEA or the Division Office.
Mark through non-applicable position.
Approved: For Type I(B) or II(B) projects only:
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Date �Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
69 DARLINGTON AVENUE
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28403-1343
(TRANSMTTTED ELECTRONICALLY)
October 18, 2013
Action ID Nos. SAW-2013-2041; U-5534B New Hanover County
Mr. Jeff Moore, PE
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
P.O. Box 33068
Raleigh, NC 27636
Dear Mr. Moore:
Reference is made to your letter of October 15, 2013, regarding the project initiation for
Phase IIIB of the Cross-City Trail Greenway, a portion of a 15 mile trail crossing the City of
Wilmington, New Hanover County. Phase IIIB (U-5534B) specifically addresses a public
walkway/pier under the Heide Trask Drawbridge (crossing the Intracoastal Waterway} to provide
safe passage across Hwy 74/76 to the southwest in Wrightsville Beach. 'The letter requested
information regarding potential environmental impacts and any permits or approvals that may be
required by the Corps.
We have reviewed the subject proposal and based upon a review of the information
provided and available maps, the construction of Phase IIIB is likely to cross jurisdictional
features within the study corridor. There appears to be jurisdictional areas that come under the
regulatory authority of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and
Harbor Act. Any discharge of excavated or fill nnaterial into waters of the United States and/or
any adjacent wetlands would require Department of the Army (DA) permit authorization.
Additionally any work under or over Section 10 waters would likely require a DA pertnit. The
type of DA authorization required (i.e., general or individual permit) will be determined by the
location, type, and extent of jurisdictional area impacted by the project, and by the project design
and construction limits.
Until additional data is furnished which details the extent of the construction limits of the
proposed project, and an onsite inspection is completed with regard to determinations of the
present of jurisdictional waters on the project property, we are unable provide specific comments
concerning DA permit requirements or a recommendation of alternatives. To assist you with
deternuning pernutting requirements, we recommend that you perform a detailed delineation of
the streams and/or wetlands pxesent on the project site. When this information becomes

available, ii should be forwarded to our office for review and comment, as well as a
determination of DA permit eligibility.
Should you have any further questions related to DA peimits for this project, please
contact me at 910-251-4611.
Sincerely,
Brad Shaver
Regulatory Project Manager
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office
cc: (electronic)
Mr. Mason Herndon, NCDENR-DWQ
Mr. Stephen Lane, NCDENR-DCM
Mr. Steve Sollod, NCDENR-DCM
Mr. Fritz Rhode, NMFS
Ms. Jessi O'Neal Baker, NCDMF
Ms. Emily Hughes, USACE-New Hanover Project Manager
Ms. Liz Hair, USACE-Project Manager
Ms. Renee Gledhill-Earley, NCDCR (SHPO)
Mr. Chris Militscher, USEPA
Mr. Ron Lucas, FHWA
Mr, Gazy Jordan, USFWS
Mr. Travis Wilson, NCWRC
Mr. Stonewall Mathis, NCDOT-Division 3

From: Jordan, Gary [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 3:00 PM
To: Van Duyn, Meredith
Subject: Re: U-5534B (Cross-City Trail Phase IIIB) - Scoping/Start of Study
Ms. Van Duyn,
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service does not have a.ny concerns or objections to this project. It
appears that impacts to fish and wildlife resources will be very minimal. Therefore, we do not
have any further comments. Thanlcs for the opportunity to review.
Gary Jorda.n
Fish and Wildlife Biologist
US Fish and Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 33726
Raleigh, NC 27636-3726
Phone: [phone] x.32
Email: _�arx iordan�fws.a�

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I�epartmen� of Administration
Pat McCrory, Governor
November 21, 20] 3
Mr. Jeff Moore
City_of Wilmington
c/o Kinlley IIorn & Assoc.
Post Off ce Box 33068
Raleigh, Narth Carolina 27636-3068
Bill Daughtridge, Jr., Secretary
Re: SCH �ile # 14-E-0000-017G; SCOPIN(�; Proposed �rojec� is for Phase IIIB of tlte Cross
Cit,y Trail, a ped�strian walkw�ay �nde� the JE�eide Trask llra�vbriclge to provide a safe
crossin� for cyclists and pedestrians across U� 74/'16 on the mainland side of the
drawbridge. NCDOT TIP U-5S341�
Dear Mr. Moore;
The aUove referenced envirottinental impa.ct in.formation has been submitiec3 to the State Clearinghouse
under tl�e provisions of d1e Natio.nal Lzlvi�oiunez�ta] Policy Act
Attacl�ed to this l.etter are comments made in review of this document. The Department of Cultuial
Resuurces has requested addi.tianai infon�iation prior to Cl�eu conc�u-rence with t]ie a.bove referenced
document.
Therel'ore, pursuant to 1 NCAC 25 .OS�G(c), this office recommends that supplemental docu��nentation
�roviding tf�e infoa-r��ation requested by the DeparC��nent of Cul.tura� Resources be submitted to the
Cleaxiaigl�ouse for furthar review and commeilt.
Sin.cerely,
, `�=�
Crysta� Best
State Environnaent�l Review Clearingl�ouse
AttaclZmei�.ts
cc: Region U
M�riling�irldr'�ss: Tclep/rnue: [phone] Lucr�tiatAddress:
13U I Maii Scrvice Center Fax [phone] I 16 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NG 276)9-1301 State Courier a�l-U1-00 Ralcieh, North Carolina
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Project Review Form
Project Number: Z4-0176 Connty: New Hanover
Due Date: /15/2013
Date Received: 10/25/2013
Project Description: Scopin� - Proposed project is for Phase IIIB of the Cross City Trail, a
pedestrian walkway under the Heide Trask Drawbridge to provide a safe
� crossing for cyclists and pedestrians across US 74/76 on the mainland sPde of
the drawbridge. 1�(�- i�OT Tt.�?!.:1��4�;�
NCDOT T!P U-6534B
This Project is being reviewed as indicated below:
Regionai Oiiice
Asheville
_ Fayetteville
Mooresville
Raleigh
W as6ington
�/ Wilmington
Winston-Sa1em
Manager Sign-Off/Region:
Regioaal O�ce Area
f Air
f DWR- 5wfaceWater
_ Aquifer Protection
f DEMLR-LQ&SW
,/ UST
✓ DVJR-PublicWater
Response (cheek all applicable)
In-House Review
Air Quality
✓ DCM-Marine Fisheries
�/ Parks & Recreation
_ Waste Mgmt
Water Resources Mgmt
^ Water Supply Section
�i/�3/3
� Water Quality
✓ DWR-Transportatioa Unit
�" M Herndon
Wildlife
�/ Wildlife—DOTT. Wilson
In-House Reviewer/Agency:
5��/� Sv/%��`�C�r,
� No objection to project as proposed. No Comment
_ Insu�cient information to complete review O er (specify or attaeh comments)
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1�ECEIVED
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If you have any questions, please contact:
Lyn Hardison at �n.hardison(a},ncdenr.�ov or [phone] 0 C T 2 9 2013
943 Washington Regional Office Washington NC 27889
Courier No. 16-Q4-01
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
Pat McCrory Braxton C. Davis John E, Skvaria, III
Govemor Director Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Lyn Hardison
Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs
FROM: Steve Sol[od, DCM Transportation Project Coordinator
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CC: JeffMoore, Kimley-Horn Associates, Inc.
Debbie Wilson, DCM
Stephen Rynas, DCM
DATE: November 13, 2013
SUBJECT: Scoping Comments
U-5534B, Project Initiation
Proposed Phase IIIB Cross-City Trail Pedestrian Walkway
New Nanover County, NC
Project Number: 14-0176
The North Carolina Division of Coastal Management (DCl1� has reviewed the scoping request for the above
referenced project. We appreciate the opportunity to provide information relevant to the potential permitting of
the proposed project by ouc agency and offer the following comments.
The City of Wilmington and the NC Deparfinent of Transportation (NCDOT) are beginning planning and
engineering studies for Phase IIIB of the Gary Shell Cross-City Trail in Wilmington, NC. The trail will provide
15 tniles of bicycle and pedestrian access to various recreational, cultural, and educational destinations. Phase
IIIB consists of a public "walkway/pier" underneath the Heide Trask (Wrightsville Beach) Drawbridge over the
Atlantic Intracoastal VJaterway to provide safe crossing of Wrightsville Avenue (US74/76).
Based on the information provided in the scoping letter, it appears that the proposed project will impact Coastal
Area Management Act (CAMA), Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC). Therefore, the proposed project will
require a CAMA Permit. The applicant is encouraged to coordinate with DCM during the planning and design
phases to ensure that the project design and construction is in conformance with the rules of the NC Coastal
Resources Commission.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at [phone], or via e-mail at
steve.soliod(a�ncdenr.�ov. Thank you for your consideration of the North Carolina Coastal Management Program.
1638 Mai! Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1638
Intemet: www.nccoaslalmanagement.net
M Equal Opporiunify 1 AfHrmativa Action Emybyer

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FROM:
Lyn Hardison, Environrnental Assis�ce Coordinator
Divisian of Environrnenta.i Assistanc: and au�reach, DENR
Travis Wi�son, Hig�way Froject Coardinator�`��^j/
Habita.t Consarvation 1'rogram � .
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I?ATE: November 14, 2013
�LJ83ECT: Response to the start af study notificatian regardxng �sh and vcrildlife concezns for
the proposed ped�strian walkway under the Heide Trask J7rawbridge, ldew i
Hanover Caunty,lVort� Carolina, NGDO'�' TIP No, U-5534B, SCH ProJect�io,
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This memoranduzxr responds t� a request for our concerns regarding irzzpacts on fisH and
wildlife resources resulting frvm the subject project. Biologists on the staff of the N. C. W�ldlife
Resources Comm.ission (NCWRC) have r�viewed the proposeci improvem,ents. Our comrnents
are pxovided in accordan�e with eertain prQVisions of the National Environznental Policy A�ct {42
U.S,C. 4332�Z)(c)) and the Fish and Wildfife Caardinatian Act (48 Sta�. 401, as am�nded;ltG
U.S.C, 661-667d). . �
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At tlus time we do not have any specific concems reIated to this proje�t; however, ��o help
faciIitate docurnent preparation and the review process our general iriformational needs ar�
autlined below:
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1. I?escription of fishery and wildlife resources witF�in the project area, includingja
Iisting of federally or state designated threatened, endangered, or special co�4cern
species. Potential l�onraw areas ta E�e usad for project canstruction should be
inciuded in the inventories. A listing af designated plant species can be �
developec� through consultation with: �
AIC 1�tatural H�ritage Program
Dept, of Bnvironment 8z Natural Resources
16fl1 Mai1 Service Center
�talezgh, NC 27699-1601.
WWW.ncnhp.or�
Mailing Adciress: Division of InIand Fisharies • 1721 Mail Service Center • Rateigh, NC 27699-1721
7Celepbane: {919) 707-Q220 • F�x: {9I9) 707-0028 :

U-5534B Page 2 November 14, 2013 ;
and,
NCDA Plant Canservat�on �rogram
P'. Q. Ba�: 27b47 ;
Raleigh, N. C, 2�611 ;
[phone]
2. Description of any streams or wetlands affeoted by the project. The need for �
channelizing or relocaEing portions of streams crossed and the extent of suc�i
activiiies.
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3. Cover ty�e maps showing wetland acreages im�acted by the �roj ect. Wetiand;
aareag�s should include all project-rela�ed areas tk�at may undergo h}�dzolog�c
change as a result o#' ditching, otber drainage, or filling foz �rajeet eonstructton.
Wetland identification may be aecomplished through coordination with the �(1, S.
Army Cargs of Er�gi,neers (COE). If the C�E is not cansulted, the pe�san �
delineaiutg wetlands should be identified and criteria Iisted.
4. Cover type maps sl�owing acreages of uplatld witdlife �abitat imgacted by tk�e �
proposed project. Potential barrow sit�s shoutd t�e included,
S. The extent to which the project �rill resu.Ii in loss, degradation, or fra$menta�io�C of
wildlife habitat (wetlands or uplands�,
6. Mitigat�on for avoiding, minimizing or compensating for direct and indirect '
degradativn in habitat quality as well as quantitative lasses. '
7. A cumulative impaet assessm�ent seetion which analyzes the environrnezztal e�'feets of
highway constresciion and quantifies the contribuuon of t�is individual groject io
euvi�anrnental degradatiozz. ;
8. A discussion of the prabable impacts on natural resourees which will result from
secondary development �'aciIitated by the improved road aocess.
9. if canstruct�on of this facility is to be eoordiz�ated with other state, municipal, or
private development projects, a descriptian of these �rajacts should be inal�ded in
the enviranmental document, and all pxoj�ct sponsors. should be identified. ;
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Thank you €ox the oppartunity to provide input in the eariy plat�ning stages far this�
project. If we can furtber assist yaur office, piease contact me at (919} 707-0370. '

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
October 28, 20 ] 3
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To: JeffMoore, PE, Project Manager, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
From: Mason Herndon, NC Division of Water Resources, Fayetteville Regiona] Office �
Subject: Start of Study coinments for Cross-City Trail Phase II1B, proposed pedestrian walkway under the
Heidi Trask (Wrightsville Beach) Drawbridge in New Hanover County, NCDOT TIP Project U-
5534B, WBS 44096, Federal Aid Number STPDA-0332(44)
Reference your correspondence dated October 15, 2013 in which you requested comments for the referenced
project. Preliminary analysis of the project reveals the potential for inultiple impacts to streams and
jurisdictional wetlands in the project area. More specifically, impacts to:
Stream Name �er g��o Stream Stream Index 303(d)
Classification s Number Listin
Wri tsville Recreational Area Ca e Fear SB# 18-87-24 Y
# Discharges of sewage are prohibited to seg�nents classified SB or SC with a pound sign according to the provisions of 15 NCAC
2B .0203 and 2H .0404(a) in order to protect adjacent shellfishing waters.
Further investigations at a higher resolution should be undertaken to verify the presence of other streams
and/or jurisdictional wetlands in the area. In the event that any jurisdictional areas are identified, the
Division of Water Resources requests that New Hanover County consider the following environmental issues
for the proposed project:
Project Specific Comments:
1. Wrightsville Recreational Asea are class SB; 303(d) waters of the State. Wrightsville Recreational Area
is on the 303(d} list for unpaired use for aquatic life due to loss of use. NCDWR is very concemed with
sediment and erosion impacts that could result from this project. NCDWR requests that road design
plans provide treatment of the storm water runoff tl�rough best management practices as detailed in the
most recent version of NCDWR's Stornswater Best Manage»�ent Practices.
2. DWR cannot comment on permit requirements with the limited information provided. Detailed field
delineation is required to determine the presence or absence of jurisdictional resources within the
project limits. In addition, NCDOT must provide an estunate of impacts to any resources located within
the construction limits of the project before we can specifically cominent on DWR permit eligibility.
3. Please be advised that a 401 Water Quality Certification requires satisfactory protection of water quality
to ensure that water quality standards are met and no wetland or stream uses are lost. Final permit
Transportation and Pertnitting Unit One
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, Norih Carolina 27699-1617 NorthCarolina
Localion: 512 N. Salisbury Sl. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 �aturq«�
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Intemet: www.ncwateraualitv.orq
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authorization will require the submittal of a formal application by the NCDOT and written concurrence
from NCDWR. Please be aware that any approval will be contingent on appropriate avoidance and
minimization of wetland and stream impacts to the maximum extent practical, the development of an
acceptable stormwater management plan, and the inclusion of appropriate mitigation plans where
appropriate.
General Project Comments:
5. The environmental document should provide a detailed and itemized presentation of the proposed
impacts to wetlands and streams with corresponding mapping. If mitigation is necessary as required by
] SA NCAC 2H.0506(h), it is preferable to present a conceptual (if not finalized) mitigation plan with
the environmental documentation. Appropriate mitigation plans will be required prior to issuance of a
401 Water Quality Certification.
6. Environmental impact statement alternatives shall consider design criteria that reduce the impacts to
streams and wetlands from storm water runoff. These alternatives shall include road designs that allow
for treatment of the storm water runoff through best management practices as detailed in the most
recent version of NCDWR's Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual, July 2007, such as
grassed swales, buffer areas, preformed scour holes, retention basins, etc.
After the selection of the preferred alternative and prior to an issuance of the 401 Water Quality
Certificatiov, the NCDOT is respectfully reminded that they will need to demonstrate the avoidance
and minimization of impacts to wetlands (and streams) to the ma�cimum extent practical. In
accordance with the Environmental Management Commission's Rules { 15A NCAC 2H.OSOb(h)},
mitigation will be required for impacts of greater than 1 acre to wetlands. In the event that mitigation
is required, the mitigation plan shall be designed to replace appropriate lost functions and values. The
NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program may be available for use as wetland mitigation.
8. In accordance with the Environmental Management Commission's Rules { 15A NCAC 2H.0506(h)},
mitigation will be required for impacts of greater than 1501inear feet to any single stream. In the event
that mitigation is required, the mitigation plan shall be designed to replace appropriate lost functions
and values. The NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program ivay be available for use as stream mitigation.
9. Future documentation, including the 401 Water Quality Certification Application, shall continue to
include an itemized listing of the proposed wetland and stream impacts with corresponding mapping.
10. NCDWR is very concerned with sediment and erosion impacts that could result from this project.
NCDOT shall address these concerns by describing the potential impacts that may occur to the aquatic
environments and any mitigating factors that would reduce the impacts.
11. An analysis of cumulative and secondary impacts anticipated as a result of this project is required. The
type and detail of analysis shall conforin to the NC Division of Water Resource Policy on the
assessment of secondary and cumulative impacts dated April 10, 2004.
] 2. NCDOT is respectfully reminded that all impacts, including but not 1'united to, bridging, fill, excavation
and clearing, and rip rap to jurisdictional wetlands, streams, and riparian buffers need to be included in
the final impact calculations. These impacts, in addition to any construction impacts, temporary or
otherwise, also need to be included as part of the 401 Water Quality Certification Application.
13. Where streams must be crossed, NCDWR prefers bridges be used in lieu of culverfs. However, we
realize that economic considerations often require the use of culverts. Please be advised that culverts
should be countersunk to allow unimpeded passage by �sh and other aquatic organisms. Moreover, in

areas where high quality wetlands or streams are impacted, a bridge may prove preferable. When
applicable, NCDOT should not install the bridge bents in the creek, to the maxunutn extent practicable.
14. Whenever possible, NCDWR prefers spanning structures. Spanning structures usually do not require
work within the stream or grubbing of the streambanks and do not require stream channel realigrunent.
The horizontal and vertical clearances provided by bridges shall allow for human and wildlife passage
beneath the structure. Fish passage and navigation by canoeists and boaters shall not be blocked.
Bridge supports (bents) should not be placed in the stream when possible.
15. Bridge deck drains shall not discharge directly into the stream. Stormwater shall be directed across the
Uridge and pre-treated through sit�appropriate means (grassed swales, pre-formed scour holes,
vegetated buffers, etc.) before entering the stream. Please refer to the most current version of
NCDWR's .Stormwater Best Management Practices.
16. Sediment and erosion control measures should not be placed in wetlands or streams.
17. Borrow/waste areas should avoid wetlands to the maximum extent practical. Impacts to wetlands in
borrow/waste areas will need to be presented in the 401 Water Quality Certification and could
precipitate compensatory mitigation.
18. The 401 Water Quality Certification application will need to specifically address the proposed methods
for stormwater management. More specifically, stormwater shall not be permitted to discharge directly
into streams or surface waters.
19. If concrete is used during construction, a dry work area shall be maintained to prevent direct contact
between curing concrete and stream water. Water that inadvertently contacts uncured concrete shall
not be discharged to surface waters due to the potential for elevated pH and possible aquatic life and
fish kills.
20. If temporary access roads or detours are constructed, the site shall be graded to its preconstruction
contours and elevations. Disturbed areas shall be seeded or mulclled to stabilize the soil and
appropriate native woody species shall be planted. When using temporary structures the area shall be
cleared but not grubbed. Clearing the area with chain saws, mowers, bush-hogs, or other mechanized
equipment and leaving the stumps and root mat intact allows the area to re-vegetate naturally and
minimizes soil disturbance.
21. Unless otherwise authorized, placement of culverts and odier structures in waters and streams shall be
placed below the elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts with a diameter greater than 48
inches, and 20 percent of the culvert diaineter for culverts having a diameter less than 48 inches, to
allow low flow passage of water and aquatic life. Design and placement of culverts and other
structures including temporary erosion control measures shall not be conducted 'ui a manner that may
result in dis-equilibrium of wetlands or streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and downstream
of the above structures. The applicant is required to provide evidence that the equilibrium is being
maintained if requested in writing by NCDWR. If this condition is unable to be met due to bedrock or
other limiting features encountered during construction, please contact NCDWR for guidance on how
to proceed and to determine whether or not a permit modif'ication will be required.
22. If multiple pipes or barrels are rec{uired, they shall be designed to mimic natural stream cross section as
closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation, floodplain benches, and/or sills
may be required where appropriate. Widening the stream channel should be avoided. Stream channel
widening at the inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediinent
deposition that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage.

23. If foundation test borings are necessary; it shall be noted in the document. Geotechnical work is
approved under General 401 Certification Number 3 883/Nationwide Permit No. 6 for Survey
Activities.
24. Sediment and erosion control measures suff'icient to protect water resources must be implemented and
maintained in accordance with the most recent version of North Carolina Sediment and Erosion
Control Planning and Desigu Manual and the most recent version of NCS000250.
25. All work in or adjacent to stream waters shall be conducted in a dry work area. Approved BMP
measures from the most current version of NCDOT Construction and Maintenance Activities manual
such as sandbags, rock berms, cofferdams and other diversion structures shall be used to prevent
excavation in flowing water.
26. While the use of National Wetland Inventory (NWI) maps, NC Coastal Region Evaluation of Wetland
Significance (NC-CREWS) inaps and soil survey maps are useful tools, their inherent inaccuracies
reyuire that qualified personnel perform onsite wetland delineations prior to permit approval.
27. Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank rather than in stream channels in order to minimize
sedimentation and reduce the likelihood of introducing other pollutants into streams. This equipment
shall be inspected daily and maintained to prevent contamination of surface waters from leaking fuels,
lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials.
28. Riprap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streainbed in a manner that
precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly designed,
sized and installed.
29. Riparian vegetation (native trees and shrubs) shall be preserved to the maximum extent possible.
Riparian vegetation must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the
growing season following completion of construction.
Thank you for requesting our input at this time. NCDOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water Quality
Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality standards are met
and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require additional information,
please contact Mason Herndon at [phone] or [e-mail].
ec: Brad Shaver, US Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington Field Office
Stoney Mathis, Division 3 Environmental Officer
Travis Wilson, NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Stephen Lane, NC Coastal Management
Steve Sollod , NC Coastal Manageinent
Jessi O'Neal Baker, NC Coastal Manageinent
Ron Lucas, Federal Highway Administration
Chris Militscher, Environmental Protection Agency
Gary Jordan, US Fish and Wildlife Service
Jim Gregson, NCDWR, Wilmington Regional Office
Jackie Roddy, NCDWR
Hannah Headrick, NCDWR, Water Quality Programs
Lyn Hardison, DENR Environmental Assistauce Coordinator
Sonia Carrillo, NCDWR Central Office
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Depa�-��e�t of E�avia��nmen� a�d 1�Iat��a� �.es�u.r�es
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Prajoct Descript}art: Scoping - Praposed prQjsct is for phase IIEB oi ti�� Cro�s Cifiy TraiE, �
pedestrlan walkway under �he He6de Tras� Qra�rrbridge to p►ovfde a sa�e
cr�ssing ior cy�lisis a�d pedestr�ans acrass EJS 74/76 on the main{and side af
the drawbrfd�e. �lC.pQT�;Tfp:�t�i,�^5w4
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This Project is being reviawed as indicated below:
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� Mooresvil3e ` Aquifer Protect'son �
� Raleigh ,/ DSMI.R-LQ&S'N jp j.s� �
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Manager Sign-Of'f/Region:
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[�esponse (cl�cc:k all spplicabie)
In-Iiouse Revlew
j Air Quatity
�/ DCM-Marine Fishe�cs
� Parks & Recreation
~ Weste Mgmt
'� Water Resourccs Ivigmt
_ Water SUpJ11y SectiOn
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� Military Affairs
Water Quatity
✓ DWR-7'Yansportation Unit
— M Narndan
,� Wildlifo
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It�-House Reviewer/Agency�:
�, No objection to projcct as proposcd. No Comment
_ Insufficient it�formation to completC review _ Otl�er (specify or attaeh comments?
If you have any questions, piease contaet;
Lpn Hardisan at lvn,hardisonn,ncdenr.gav or (252�948-3842
943 VYashingtou Regionaf Of�ce V ashington 1V 27889
Courier No. 16-04-a1

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Depart�nent of �:nvirounieat and Natu�ral Itesonrc�s Reviewing Offtce: �]Jilmin�ton Re i�anal Office
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Ahor roview of tl�is prdied fr hat been dctamine6 thai Nr• E�TR permtt(s) andlor approvals indicateci mar need to be obfatnod tn ordcr for Ihis projcct to comply �vttb Notih
Cemlinz Law. Queslions rcgeidlhg these petmlts shouSd be addmasrd to tbc Rcgiortal OHict indicatod on the teverse of the fwm. All apolications, informstion and �iid�lines
. tclative to tl2sc plans and pennhs ara availaLle from ehe sunc kegionai Oitice, ,
PFsRi�iCTS
` y Pam1t ro oonsuvct & opere[e wastcHater ucatmcnl
[�J Ifpci111ics. sewrxsystcm extemions 8tsewer systems
not di.uherging inro stmc surfue waters.
I h?PDES - ptrmit to dischurge Inlo surfece wazcr andlor
❑� permi� io operate and constcun «�astewater facilkies
� dischazging imo slatn s�ufaca watcrs.
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0 per f 5 A NCAC (2D.0800, 2Q.U601)
� Any open bnming essoeivacl witli.aubjeet Proposal
must Dc io axnpliance wllh 15 A NCAC2A.y9DD
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! Demol'nion or renovatians of nn�uurec conlziaing
i osbastos muiedel must be !n ca�npliance wNh 15 A
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Apptication 90 days b�fore begin eonstninlon or ews�rd u[cunatn�ction conlrocls. On-siic , 30 da}ss
ins,necUOn. Posl•eppliealfpn technicel confrsenca tftUei. ; {9(J deys)
kyplication 180 daya before begin adtvity. On-sitn Inspex,Ctoo, Pr�application cvnfcrence
usuai, Addiilonally, obtainp;.nmit to consnuct wacte�vr.rervea�mem� txcility-���tdaE[cr 90-120 daYt
NPDES Repfy Ifine, 30 days xfter Teceipt of plane or iasue oCA'PDES Er.rmit-whichcwer is (WA}
1a�er. !
F�cap�ticaiion technical rAnferencc usnally neccsss�y
Comp{ete npplicatinn must be recefved and perml[ fRSUed prior ro die intiapation of a weil.
Appl'tcation copy rnust be served on each adjacrnl ripari� prop�rty owner,On-=ut
insgcction. Prc-appSfcadon carJere»cc usuaL Filling mR��rcqutte firscana� to Aifi from
N.C. Dapstunerst oi AAminieuatiun and }?edrralArcdga end "riil Peimn.
Applic�timi mnst besubmiucd and pt�mil received prier to consnuafori e��d
operation oF d�c source. 3f a peFmSt is rcqulrad in w�arez wi�hau lanl zaning,
thCn thve are additianel reyulraments and timelines (2Q.01 ! 3).
Applicalic�n must be suDmiued at )aeat 40 dey's prla• to conetcualon or modiflr.nslon o[ lhe
source-
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wlll be rcauucd if onc ormo:e ectes to be di�turbrd. P1an fiind wlth pxoper Rcgia�al Office (L.and Quality Section) At lraSt 30 d8ys baJOtn be8+cuunS
auivity. A feo of �6$ for4�e firet n: ta a eny porl of an ncrE. M nxpre.cs rnview c�dor isavaileblc with addittonal fees.
SCdfSi1C7�Tet{01] titid C�oSiop cOMrof must be addreSSed in sccoRluica wlth NCDOT's ep}uoved progrerec, kenieular atlrnt{on should be gl�en to design
� i 1�sOsNon � approprixce perimcc secltmem crappinQ devices as weil eE staUle stonnwater convoyanCeS nnd outlet.s,
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coun�ies in coas[al N.C. �yitl� crc&anic seile
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and mimber of acres o( aFfcc!cd la�id Any arc mic�ed gremw than vnc ecre mus� be
permit(ed Thr, approprinte bo� raust be rccefved hefore ihe pcnnil can be isaueG.
Un•site inspectlon by N.C. Div3sion Forest Resourcu If pemiit ezcxds 4 days
Un-srie inspecAon by 13.C. Divisfoil ibrosl Ttesources requued'if more thu� fivc acrs of
grouud clearing eGlvlties ue involeW. Jnspections should be requested at ieest 1an daya
before ne�unl bnm tk pJanned•°
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7 daYs
(15 days}
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(90 days)
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yunlified engineer lo: prepwa nlans, inspcet cahsimaion, cerdry constructlun ts accord�in&
ta EIdR approved plent. May aiso cequirc permit und� mosquilo tontrol progun. And a 30 daY:
[� Dan Svfuy Pecmu 404 pecrnit from Coms of Enginocrs. An ins}tcction o[:itc is necessary Yo vuify F3azani {(�D dnyc)
ClassiFicatton. A miaimum tce of 5200.00 nmst accanpany the a�lienllon. M additionai
procrssing fae bassd on n pracensaBe or tbo fotxl projta eas! will 'oe requlreA
upon oompletioa.

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any well upencd by drill oparaior ehall, upon abarnlonmait, bcplogged according to
IiIJR rulee and'rogulaliona,
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dra�vings bf'stnu.ci�re & prouYoYoW�neiship of`ripsuixnnropeny.
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jSeverai gcodotic tuonumen�s uc lucated iu or near tha prqject ares. If u�y mnnument neocla to.bc moi�c�
p� N.C. Geadetic5urvey, Box 2'1687 Ralaf�h, h'C 27GJ I
❑; Abandornnanl of ans• uelis, if required musi be in aecardancn �viU� Tu1e 15A. Subcl�a�ter 2C.U100.
kMifieation oF the �xoper regionel o�ce id requested if "orphan" unckrgrcamcl siorr.ps ianks NSTS� are dia.�wc�vef dnrin� nn�� exenvation onerntiun.
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I 0 da}a
NIA
10 A�).
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15-20 daya
R'/k
60 days
(130 days)
55 dzps
(I SU days)
22 dAYs
(25 days]
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1tF,GIOTVAL O�ICES
Qurstions re�arding d�.ese p�nni�s sh�uld be adch•essed I.0 fhe Regiona[ Ofrce »v[ced below,
[� Ashe�il[c Regiannt Offtce • n Moo��esvillelteg�ouai Officc: �•Wil�nington Regio¢nl EAfficc
2090 US T�ii�ltti��ay 70 610 L�ast Center l�.venue, Suit� 301 J 27 Cardinal Dtive. Extensian
Swn.iuianos, NC 28778 R�Iooresville, NC ?.b 1 IS V��iln�ingtoii> nC 28445
(b28) 296-450U (704) 6G3-1699 [phone]
Q k��ayetf.cvfile �tegioual Otiice
22,5 Norch Gre.en Sh�eet, Suite 7I4
Payettevilte, IQC 28301 •5043
(910)433•330�
lnrergovennnraual fonn Sep[puber 2013
(7 Rnlei�Fi �eginnnt Oftice
3500 J3arcvtt llrivc, SuiCo ! O1
Ralei�li, NC 27G09
(9l 9) ?91-4 2UU
❑ Washington.�egional Ui'Cce
9�F3 Wash'rngton Syaare MaIJ
ti6TUShingto�i, N.0 2788)
(252) I46-G48]
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Winstvn-�Salem, NC 27; 07
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COL3NTY: NEW HANOVER
NORTH CAROLINA 5TATE CLEARINGHOUSE �I�� �.GL�'�
DEPAR'PMENT OF ADMINiSTRATION
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW
H12: OTYER STATE Ni3MBER: 19-E-0000-C176
DATE RECEIVED: 10/21/2013
AGENCY RESPONSE: il/15/2013
REVIEW CLOSED: =1/20/2013
tfS CARRIE ATKINSON
CLEARTNGHOUSE CCORDINATUR
DE�T OF TRANSPOR^tAiION
STATEWIDF PLANNING - I�1SC #15:i9
�A�,EIGH NC
REVIEW DISTRIBUTION
CAP� F�AR COG
CC&PS - DIV OF. EN;ERGENCY £�IANAG�MF,N`l�
�ENR - COASTAL MGT
DENR LEGISLA.TIVE AFFAIRS
DEPT OF CULTURAL R�,SOU�2CES
JEPT OF TRANSPOt�TP.TIt}N
PROJECT I2IFORMATION
APPLICANT: City cf Wilrnington
TYpE; National Environmenta]- Fc'icy Act
Scoping
DESC: Proposed project is �-or Phase IIIB cE the Cross Cit�y Tra_1l, a pedPStrian walkway
under ihe fieide Trask Drawbric�g� to provide a safe �.-;r.ossiriq fo.r. cyclist.s and
pedestrians across US 74/76 en i:t7e mainlarid side �f T.he dr4wbrida,e. NC�OT TIF
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The attached project has been submitted to the Ds. C. StotG Clearinghouse for
intergovernmen�al rev�ew. Piease review �.nd submit ycur respor:se �y t_he abcve
indicated date to 1301 N�ail Service Center, Ralei.gh NC 27699-1301.
?f additional review time is needed, please eortacl� this of�ic.� a�_ (919)II07-2425.
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DEPARTMENT OF ADMINTSTRA7.'ION
INTERGOVEI2NMENTAL REVIEW
COUNTY: NEW HANOVER �I12:OTHER
MS RENEE GLEDHI]'�L-EARLEY
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PROJECT INFORMATION
APPLICANT: City of Wilriington
TYPE: National Environmental Policy Act
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STATE NT3MBER: 14-E-0000-0176 �
DATE RECEIVED: 10/211`1U13
AGENCY 12�SPONSE: 11/15/2013
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under the Heide Tlask �rawk�ridue to provid� a sare rressing _`ox Cyclists �xrid
pedestrians across US 74/76 on Lhe ntainl�ad side of the d���,�abridge. NCCpi' TIP
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The attac.hed project has been s�ubmitted to tre "d. C. Sta*e C1_earingr�ouse �ar
intergovernmental review. Please re��i��.r and subm�t yc>ur rr�si,or:se b_y the ak�ove
indica�ed date to 1301 Mail Ser;rice Cenl.er, Raleigi: NC 27b39-1301.
If additional review tin�e is rieeded, p�ease con+_a�t this o£fice ai: (91!?)8U7-2425.
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DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW
H12:OTHER STATE NUMBER: 19-E-0000-0176
DATE RECEIVED: 10/27./2013
AGENCY RESPOIQSE : 1'_• / 15 /1013
REVIEW CLOSED: 11/20/2013
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APPLICANT: City of Wilminqton .
TYPE: National Environmen�_al Policy Act
Scoping
DESC: Proposed prcjec"t is for Phase IIIB of t:�e Cross Ca.ty Tr�:�l, a pedes;_zxar, walkraay
under the Heide Trask Drawbr=dge to provide a saie crossing ior cycla.sts and
pedes*_rians across US 74/76 on th� main.lar�d sid� of lhe drawbridge. NCDOT TIP
U-5534B
The a�tacned project has beeri subm�.t�ed to ti:e N. C. St�LE.' Clr�ringhous� far
intergovernmer•tal review. Please review and submiC your r�sc;or:s� Y>y t.he abcve
indicated date to 1:301 Mail Service �;,er<ter, Rale_gP: P]C 27693-.1301.
If additional review �ime is nE�ded,�?ease conta�.1, t31is office ai� (919)8�7-i'l25.
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�r North Carolina Department of Public Safety
Emergency Management
Pat McCrory, Gavernor
Frank L. Perry, Secretary
Ocfiober 29, 2013
State Clearinghouse
N.C. Department of Administration
1301 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1301
Subject: Intergovernmental Review State Number: 14-E-OQ40-0176
Cross City Trail, New Hanover County
Michael A.
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As requested by ihe North Carolina State Clearinghouse, the North Carolina Department of
Crime Control and Public Safety Division of Eznergency Management Office of Geospatial and
Technalogy Management (GTIvn reviewed the proposed project listed above and offer the
follawing comments:
1_ The project includes developrnent within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). Refer
to Flood Insurance Rate Map panel 3157. Any development within the SFHA will
reqlure a floodplain developrnent permit from the municipatiTy having jurisdiction: either
the City of Wiltnington, the Town of Wrightsvilie Beach, or New Hanover County.
Please be sure the respective local floodplain administrafor reviews and issues permits for
each part of the proposed Cross City Trail within an S�'HA.
2. All structures, elements, and utilities should be protected to the Regulatory Flood
Protection Elevation in accordanee with the local ordinance and 44 CrR 60.3.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. Tf you have a.uy questions concerning the
above comments, please contact Dan Brubaker, P.E., CFM, the NC NFIP Engineer at (919) 825-
2300, by eznail at clan.brub�k�r�n�cl�ps.�„ov, or at the address shown on the footer of this
document.
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Siz�cerely,
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Geospatial and Technology Managerr�ent Office
John Gerber, N�'IP State Coordinator
Dan Brubaker, NFIP ��igineer
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MAII�ING ADDRES5:
4218 Mai! Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-4218
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4105 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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State Historic Pteservation Office
Ramona M. Bartos,lldministrator
Gonemor Paz McCrozy
Secretarg Sasan Klutu
November 4, 2013
Jeff Moore
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
PO Box 33068
Raleigh, NC 27636-3068
Office of Archives and l Iistoxy
Deputy 5eaetary Kevin Chcay
Re: Cxoss-City Txia1, Phase IIIB under Heide Txask Drawbridge, U-5534B, Wihnington,
New Hanover County, ER 13-2568
Dear Mr. Moore:
111ank you for your letter of Octoher 15, 2013, concerning the above pxoject, which pYOposes the construcrion
of a bicycle and pedestrian trail underneath the Heide Trask Drawbridge (CJS 74/76, Wrightsville Avenue).
There aYe no recoxded archaeological sites within the project axea. Because it appears that all of the woik will
take place within the previously disturbed DOT right-of-wap there is litde likelihood that significant
undiscovexed archaeological sites will be present. We do not Yecommend an archaeological sutvey in regards to
the project.
The Heide Trask Drawbridge was determined eligible for lisring in the Narional Register of Historic Places in
2005 undex Criterion C for engineering. Before we can comment on any potential effects that this project may
have on historic properties, please foi�vvaid a copp of the site plan showing the e�i.sting and proposed trail,
bridge piers, and shoreline.
The above comtnents are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservarion Act and the
Advisory Council on Histosic Pieseivation's Regulauons foi Compliance widi Section 106 codified at 36 CFR
Part 800.
Thank you for potu cooperation and considerarion. If you have quesrions concerning the above comment,
contact Renee Gledhill-Earley, environmental review cooidinator, at 919-807-6579 or renee.gledhill-
earlet ci;ncdcr.gov. In all future communicarion concerrung this project, please cite the above xeferenced
tracking number.
Sincerely,
`�.� `� e c�lu �? ����.�.11`''1
�Ramona M. Bartos
cc: Mary Pope Furr, NCDOT, [e-mail]
Dawn Snothexly, Wilmington HPC, [e-mail]
Locatioa 109 East Junes Street, Raleigh NC 27G01 Mai7ing Address: 4G17 Mail Service Centcr, Ralcigh NC 27699-4617 Telephone/Fax: (919) 807-G570/807-G599

Federal Aid #: STPDA-0332(44) TIP#: U-5534B County: New Hanover
CONCURRENCE FORM FOR ASSESSMEIV'T OF EFFECTS
Project Descriptio�z:
This project is Phase IIIB of the Gary Shell Cross-City Trail. This phase consists of a public
walkway undernea.th the Heide Trask ]�rawbridge to provide a designated crossing for
c�clists and pedestrians across US 74/76 (Wrightsville Avenue) on the mainland side of
the drawbridge in Wilmington. It begins in the northeast quadrant of the Wrightsville
Avenue/Airlie Road intersection near the termivaus of Phase IIIB of tlxe Trail (cuzxently in
design). It ends in the southeast quadrant of the same intersection, approximately 450
linear feet from the Bridge Tender Marina parking lot.
On August S, 2014, representatives of the
�Federal Highway Administzation (FHWA)
North Carolina Staie T�istoric Freservation Office (HPO)
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Reviewed the subject project and agreed on the effects findings listed witlun the table on the
reverse of this signature page.
Signed:
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