R-5829_Ridings_Start_of_Study_Letter_11-14-2017

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTIV�NT OF TR.ANSPORTATION
ROY COOPER
GovERrroR
November 14, 2017
Mr. Rob Ridings
NC DWR
Dear Mr. Ridings,
JAMES H. TROGDON, III
SECRETARY
SUBJECT: Start of Study Letter for upgrading US 70 to interstate standards from the
US 70 Goldsboro Bypass in Wayne County to west of SR 2314 (Pondfield
Road) in Johnston County, North Carolina, STIP Project R-5829
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), Division 4, has
begun studying the proposed improvements to the subject project. This project is
included in the North Carolina Department of Transportation's 2018-2027 State
Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and is currently scheduled for right of way
and construction in fiscal year (FY) 2023.
We would appreciate any information you might have that would be helpful in
evaluating potential environmental impacts of the project. If applicable, please identify
any permits or approvals which may be required by your agency. Your comments will be
used in the preparation of a State-funded Environmental Assessment and Finding of No
Significant Impact. This document will be prepared in accordance with North Carolina's
State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). It is desirable that your agency respond by
December 19, 2017 so that your comments can be used in the preparation of this
document.
If you have any questions concerning the project, please contact me at (252) 640-
6419 or by email at wmclarke(a�ncdot.�. Please include the STIP Project Number in
all correspondence and comments.
MC/jyo
Mailing Address:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIVISION FOUR
POST OFFICE BOX 3165
WILSON, NC 27895
Sincerely,
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Matt Clarke, PE
Project Manager
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Customer Service: 1-877-368-4968
Website.• www.ncdot.gov
Location:
509 WARD BLVD
WILSON, NC 27895