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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
February 17, 2009
MEMORANDUM
TO: Christy Wright Huff, Bridge Project Engineer, NCDOT PDEA
FROM: Rob Ridings, NC DWQ, Transportation Permitting Unit
Dee Freeman
Secretary
SUBJECT: Scoping Review of NCDOT's Proposed Bridge Replacement Project: B- 4711 (Bladen County)
In reply to your correspondence dated Februar 16, 2009 in which you requested comments for the above referenced
projects, the NC Division of Water Quality offers the following comments:
Project-Specific Comments
1. Horsepen Creek is class C; Sw waters of the State. DWQ is concerned with sediment and erosion impacts that could
result from this project. DWQ recommends that protective sediment and erosion control BMPs be implemented to reduce
the risk of nutrient runoff to Horsepen Creek.
2. Any anticipated dewatering or access structures necessary for construction of bridges should be addressed in the CE. It
is understood that final designs are not determined at the time the CE is developed. However, the CE should discuss the
potential for dewatering and access measures necessary due to bridge construction.
3. Any anticipated bank stabilization associated with culvert installations or extensions should be addressed in the
Categorical Exclusion (CE) document. It is understood that final designs are not determined at the time the CE is
developed. However, the CE should discuss the potential for bank stabilization necessary due to culvert installation.
General Comments Regarding Bridge Replacement Projects
DWQ is very concerned with sediment and erosion impacts that could result from this project. NC DOT
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.
2. If foundation test borings are necessary; it shall be noted in the document. Geotechnical work is
approved under General 401 Certification Number 3687/Nationwide Permit No. 6 for Survey Activities.
If the old bridge is removed, no discharge of bridge material into surface waters is allowed unless
otherwise authorized by the US ACOE. Strict adherence to the Corps of Engineers guidelines for bridge
demolition will be a condition of the 401 Water Quality Certification.
4. Whenever possible, the DWQ prefers spanning structures. Spanning structures usually do not require work within
the stream or grubbing of the stream banks and do not require stream channel realignment. The horizontal and
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vertical clearances provided by bridges allow for human and wildlife passage beneath the structure, do not block fish
passage and do not block navigation by canoeists and boaters.
Bridge deck drains shall not discharge directly into the stream. Stormwater shall be directed across the bridge and
pre-treated through site-appropriate means (grassed swales, pre-formed scour holes, vegetated buffers, etc.) before
entering the stream. Please refer to the most current version of NC DWQ Stormwater Best Management Practices.
6. 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.
Bridge supports (bents) shall not be placed in the stream when possible.
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 mulched 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.
9. Sediment and erosion control measures sufficient 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 Design
Manual and the most recent version of NCS000250.
10. All work in or adjacent to stream waters shall be conducted in a dry work area unless otherwise approved by NC
DWQ. 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.
11. Heavy equipment shall 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.
12. In most cases, the DWQ prefers the replacement of the existing structure at the same location with road closure. If
road closure is not feasible, a temporary detour shall be designed and located to avoid wetland impacts, minimize
the need for clearing and to avoid destabilizing stream banks. If the structure will be on a new alignment, the old
structure shall be removed and the approach fills removed from the 100-year floodplain. Approach fills shall be
removed and restored to the natural ground elevation. The area shall be stabilized with grass and planted with native
tree species. Tall fescue shall not be used in riparian areas.
13. Riprap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner that precludes
aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures shall be properly designed, sized and installed.
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14. If a bridge is being replaced with a hydraulic conveyance other than another bridge, DWQ believes the
use of a Nationwide Permit may be required. Please contact the US Army Corp of Engineers to determine
the required permit(s).
15. Placement of culverts and other structures in waters, streams, and wetlands shall be 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 diameter 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 in a manner that may result in dis-equilibrium of wetlands or
streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and down stream of the above structures. The applicant is
required to provide evidence that the equilibrium is being maintained if requested in writing by DWQ. If
this condition is unable to be met due to bedrock or other limiting features encountered during
construction, please contact the NC DWQ for guidance on how to proceed and to determine whether or
not a permit modification will be required.
16. If multiple pipes or barrels are required, they shall be designed to mimic natural stream cross section as
closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation and/or sills where appropriate.
Widening the stream channel shall be avoided. Stream channel widening at the inlet or outlet end of
structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition that requires increased
maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage.
Thank you for requesting our input at this time. The DOT 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 Rob Ridings at (919) 733-
9817.
cc: Richard Spencer, US Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington Field Office
Jim Rerko, Division 4 Environmental Officer
Ken Averitte, DWQ Fayetteville Regional Office
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From: "Wright, Christy" <cmwnght@ncdot gov>
Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14 45 20 -0500
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Good afternoon, everyone
SUBJECT TIP Project No B-4711 - Replacement of Bridge No 5 on NC 242
over Singletary Mill Branch in Bladen County
The Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch is completing the project development,
environmental and engineering studies for bridge project B-4711 This project is included in the North
Carolina Transportation Improvement Program and is scheduled construction in fiscal year 2012
We have provided a copy of the Natural Resources Technical Report (NRTR) for your use We would
appreciate any information you might have that would be helpful in evaluating potential environmental
impacts of the project Your comments will be used in the preparation of a federally funded Categorical
Exclusion This document will be prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act
If your agency desires to comment please have your response in by March 16, 2009 so that your
comments can be used in the preparation of this document
If you have any questions concerning any of these projects, please contact Ms Christy M Wright at
850-2742 Please include the TIP Project Number in all correspondence and comments
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NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNICAL REPORT
Replace Bridge 5 on NC 242 over Horsepen Branch
Bladen County, North Carolina
TIP B-4711
Federal Aid Project No. BRSTP-242(3)
WBS Element No. 38486.1.1
THE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Project Development and Environmental Analysis Branch
Natural Environment Unit
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1.0 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 1
2.0 METHODOLOGY AND QUALIFICATIONS ...................................................... 1
3.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES ....................................................................................... 1
3.1 Soils .......................................................................................................................... 1
3.2 Water Resources ..................................................................................................... 2
4.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES .............................................................................................. 2
4.1 Terrestrial Communities ........................................................................................ 2
411 Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest (Blackwater Subtype) 2
412 Cypress-Gum Swamp (Blackwater Subtype) 3
4 13 Mixed Pine-Hardwood Forest 3
414 Agriculture 3
415 Maintained/Disturbed 3
416 Terrestrial Community Impacts 3
4.2 Terrestrial Wildlife ................................................................................................. 4
4.3 Aquatic Communities ............................................................................................. 4
4.4 Invasive Species ....................................................................................................... 5
5.0 JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES .................................................................................... 5
5.1 Clean Water Act Waters of the U.S ...................................................................... 5
5.2 Clean Water Act Permits ....................................................................................... 6
5.3 Construction Moratoria ......................................................................................... 6
5.4 N.C. River Basin Buffer Rules ............................................................................... 6
5.5 Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 Navigable Waters ....................................... 6
5.6 Mitigation ................................................................................................................ 6
5 6 1 Avoidance and Minimization of Impacts 6
5 6 2 Compensatory Mitigation of Impacts 6
5.7 Endangered Species Act Protected Species .......................................................... 7
5.8 Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act ................................................................. 9
5.9 Endangered Species Act Candidate Species ......................................................... 9
6.0 REFERENCES ......................................................................................................... 10
Appendix A: Figures ..................................................................................................... 12
Figure 1 Vicinity Map 13
Figure 2 Terrestrial Communities and Jurisdictional Features 14
Appendix B: Scientific Names of Species Identified in Report ................................. 15
Appendix C: Wetland Delineation and Rating Forms .............................................. 17
Appendix D: Qualifications of Contributors .............................................................. 25
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to replace bridge
no 5 on NC 242 over Horsepen Branch (or Singletary Mill Branch) in Bladen County
(Figure 1) The following Natural Resources Technical Report (NRTR) has been
prepared to assist in the preparation of a Categorical Exclusion (CE) for the proposed
project
2.0 METHODOLOGY AND QUALIFICATIONS
All work was conducted as per NCDOT Natural Environment Unit standard operating
procedures dated January 1, 2007 Field-work was conducted on September 26, 2007
The U S Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has not yet verified jurisdictional areas
identified in the study area The principal investigator contributing to this document was
Investigator Amy James
Education Bachelor of Science, State University of New York at Binghamton
Master of Environmental Management, Duke University
Experience Environmental Specialist, NCDOT, Raleigh, NC, March 2006-
Present
Land Protection Specialist, NCDENR, Raleigh, NC, August 2004-
March 2006
Wildlife Biologist, NC Wildlife Resources Commission, Asheville,
NC, June 2002-August 2004
Responsibilities Wetland and stream delineation and assessment, natural
communities assessment, T/E species assessment, document
preparation
Other NCDOT biologists involved in the field portion of this project include Tyler
Stanton, Veronica Barnes and David E Bailey (see Appendix D)
3.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES
The project area lies in the southeastern portion of North Carolina within the Coastal
Plain Physiographic Province Elevations in the project area are approximately 100 feet
above sea level The topography of the project vicinity is generally flat, with small
fluctuations in elevation near watercourses Land use in the project vicinity consists
primarily of agriculture, interspersed with residential development along roadways and
forestland along stream corridors
3.1 Soils
The Bladen County Soil Survey identifies thirteen soil types within the study area (Table
1)
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Table 1. Soils in the project study area
Soil Series Mapping Unit Drainage Class Hydric Status
Byars loam By Very poorly drained Yes
Centenary sand Ce Moderately well drained Yes
Duplin sandy loam DuA Moderately well drained No
Goldsboro sandy loam GbA Moderately well drained Yes
Grantham very fine sandy loam Gh Poorly drained Yes
Grifton-Meggett complex Gm Poorly drained Yes
Lakeland sand LaB Excessively drained Yes
Lynchburg fine sandy loam Ln Somewhat poorly drained Yes
Norfolk loamy fine sand NoA Well drained No
Norfolk loamy fine sand NoB Well drained No
Pantego loam Pe Very poorly drained Yes
Torhunta mucky sandy loam Tr Poorly drained Yes
Udorthents, loamy Ud -- No
3.2 Water Resources
Water resources in the study area are part of the Lumber River basin (USGS Hydrologic
Unit 03040203) Horsepen Branch (DWQ Index # 14-22-16-2) is the only stream
identified in the study area, and carries a best usage classification of C Sw On the day of
evaluation, water was only present in deeper pools and no flow was observed, mainly due
to prolonged drought conditions (NCDMAC, 2007) Horsepen Branch appears to have
been excavated at the road crossing, with a bank height of 5 to 6 feet, a bankful width of
20 to 25 feet and a substrate of silt and sand However, upon entering the forest on either
side of the crossing, Horsepen Branch becomes more swamp-like, having neither a
distinct channel nor a distinct streambed and bank
No waters classified as High Quality Waters (HQW), Water Supplies (WS-I
undeveloped watersheds or WS-II predominately undeveloped watersheds), or
Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) occur within 10 mile of the project study area
Horsepen Branch is not identified as an impaired water on the North Carolina 2006 Final
303(d) list, nor is it designated as a North Carolina Natural or Scenic River, or as a
National Wild and Scenic River
Benthic samples were taken on Big Swamp (at SR 1002) about 2 5 miles downstream of
the project study area and given a rating of `Good-Fair' on September 23, 1991
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4.0 BIOTIC RESOURCES
4.1 Terrestrial Communities
Five terrestrial communities were identified in the project study area mesic mixed
hardwood forest (coastal plain subtype), cypress-gum swamp (blackwater subtype),
mixed pine-hardwood forest, agriculture, and maintained/disturbed Figure 2 shows the
location and extent of these communities in the study area A brief description of each
community type follows and is based on Schafale and Weakley (1990) where
appropriate Scientific names of all species identified are included in Appendix B
4 1 1 Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest (Coastal Plain subtype)
This community is found on the south side of Horsepen Branch, where a moderate slope
arises from the floodplam Dominant species characterizing this community include
swamp chestnut oak, tulip tree, water oak, and red maple in the overstory with wax
myrtle, sweet bay, beautyberry, Christmas fern, and Japanese stiltgrass in the shrub and
ground layers
4 12 Cypress-Gum Swamp (Blackwater subtype)
This community forms the floodplam for Horsepen Branch The canopy is dominated by
bald cypress and swamp tupelo The mid- and understory is sparse and is dominated by
red maple and false nettle The entire community within the study area is ajurisdictional
wetland
4 13 Mixed Pine-Hardwood Forest
This community is the result of past disturbance and does not match a `natural'
community type Dominant species include loblolly pine, sweet gum, water oak, red
maple, wax myrtle, sweet bay, and Japanese honeysuckle
414 Agriculture
This terrestrial community represents agricultural fields within the project area that are
currently under cultivation At the time of the evaluation, any crops had been harvested
or the fields had been allowed to remain fallow
415 Maintained/Disturbed
This community encompasses various types of habitats that have recently been or are
currently impacted by human disturbance consisting primarily of roadside shoulders,
maintained lawns, and utility easements Herbaceous species contained in this community
include fescue, ryegrass, horseweed, dogfennel, dandelion, poison ivy, and greenbrier In
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one particular area, a large stand of Chinese bamboo was found In wetter areas, species
such as cattail, smartweed, and climbing hempweed are also present Shrubs, saplings,
and trees from surrounding habitats may also be found in this community
4 16 Terrestrial Community Impacts
Terrestrial communities in the project study area may be impacted by project construction
as a result of grading and paving in portions of the study area At this time, decisions
regarding the final location and design of the proposed bridge replacement have not been
made Therefore, community data are presented in the context of total coverage of each
type within the study area (Table 2) Once a final alignment and preliminary design have
been determined, probable impacts to each community type will be calculated
Table 2. Coverage of terrestrial natural communities in the project study area
Commune Coverage (ac.)
Mesic Mixed Hardwood Forest 14
Cypress-Gum Swam 40
Mixed Pine-Hardwood Forest 75
Agriculture 109
Maintained/Disturbed 3 6
Total 27.4
4.2 Terrestrial Wildlife
Many faunal species are highly adaptive and may utilize all biotic communities
previously discussed (those species that were actually observed are indicated with *)
Maintained roadside, agricultural field, and residential communities adjacent to forested
tracts provide foraging and cover areas that support early successional species Forested
areas provide forage and cover for wildlife dependent on mature forests with mast
producing hardwoods Many opportunistic species use both habitats to satisfy nutritional
requirements and shelter Mammals expected include the hispid cotton rat, white-tailed
deer, gray fox, and eastern cottontail rabbit* Reptiles expected in this area include
eastern box turtle, yellow-bellied slider*, five-lined skink, broadhead skink, green anole*,
copperhead, and the black racer*
Bird species observed in and around the study area include Carolina wren, white-eyed
vireo, Northern cardinal, American redstart, red-shouldered hawk, killdeer, downy
woodpecker, and Northern flicker
4.3 Aquatic Communities
Horsepen Branch, a perennial stream, is the only aquatic community within the project
area Fish species likely to occur within this system include redfin pickerel, chain
pickerel, warmouth, bluegill, pirate perch, and blue-spotted sunfish These fish feed on a
variety of living organisms including insects, worms, crustaceans, snails, and other fish
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Other aquatic species likely to be found here include several of the previously mentioned
reptile and mammal species, as well as amphibians Amphibians expected in the study
area include marbled salamander, slimy salamander, leopard frog, and Brimley's chorus
frog
4.4 Invasive Species
Three plant species listed on the Invasive Exotic Plant List for North Carolina were
observed within the project study area Japanese stilt grass is listed as a severe threat to
habitat and natural areas Japanese honeysuckle and Chinese bamboo are listed as threats
to habitat and natural areas NCDOT will follow the Departments BMP's for the
management of invasive plant species
5.0 JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES
5.1 Clean Water Act Waters of the U.S.
One jurisdictional stream, Horsepen Branch, was identified in the project study area Its
physical characteristics and water quality designation are detailed in Section 3 2
Horsepen Branch is classified as perennial and flows for approximately 398 feet in the
project area Compensatory mitigation would be required for Horsepen Branch, which is
designated as a warm water stream Riparian buffers do not apply to this project
Four wetlands were identified within the project study area (Figure 2) Wetland
classification and quality rating data are presented in Table 3 All wetlands in the study
area are within the Lumber River Basin (subbasm 03-07-53, HUC 03040203) USACE
wetland delineation forms and NCDWQ wetland rating forms for each site are included
in Appendix C Descriptions of the natural communities at each wetland site are
presented in Section 4 1 Wetland sites WA and WB are described under the cypress-
gum swamp terrestrial community A portion of site WB and all of WD are described
under the mixed pine-hardwood forest community and WC is described under the
maintained/disturbed community
Table 3. Jurisdictional characteristics of wetlands in the prolect study area.
Ma ID Cowardin Classification Classification DWQ Rating Area ac
WA PF06C Riverme 78 210
WB PF06C Riverme 78 2 60
WC PEM I /2A Non-Riverine 18 001
WD PF01/4A Non-Riverine 18 014
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5.2 Clean Water Act Permits
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The proposed project has been designated as a Categorical Exclusion (CE) for the
purposes of NEPA documentation As a result, a Nationwide Permit (NWP) 23 will
likely be applicable However, if impacts to wetlands are high, an Individual Permit
may be necessary Other permits that may apply include a NWP No 33 for
temporary construction activities such as stream dewatermg, work bridges, or
temporary causeways that are often used during bridge construction or rehabilitation
The USACE holds the final discretion as to what permit will be required to authorize
project construction
In addition to the 404 permit, other required authorizations include the corresponding
Section 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the NCDWQ A NCDWQ Section
401 Water Quality General certification for a Categorical Exclusion may be required
prior to the issuance of a Section 404 Permit Other required 401 certifications may
include a GC 3688 for temporary construction access and dewatermg
5.3 Construction Moratoria
Per correspondence from Travis Wilson of the Wildlife Resources Commission dated
January 29, 2008, Horsepen Branch is not identified as spawning habitat for anadromous
fish, therefore, no construction moratorium is proposed for this project
5.4 N.C. River Basin Buffer Rules
There are no applicable buffer rules within the project study area
5.5 Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10 Navigable Waters
There are no waters classified as Section 10 Navigable Waters within the project study
area
5.6 Mitigation
5 6 1 Avoidance and Minimization of Impacts
The NCDOT will attempt to avoid and minimize impacts to streams and wetlands to the
greatest extent practicable in choosing a preferred alternative and during project design
At this time, no final decisions have been made with regard to the location or design of
the preferred alternative
5 6 2 Compensatory Mitigation of Impacts
The NCDOT will investigate potential on-site stream and wetland mitigation
opportunities once a final decision has been rendered with regard to the location of the
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preferred alternative If on-site mitigation is not feasible, mitigation will be provided by
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Ecosystem
Enhancement Program (EEP), in accordance with the "Memorandum of Agreement
Among the North Carolina Department of Transportation, and the U S Army Corps of
Engineers, Wilmington District" (MOA), July 22, 2003
5.7 Endangered Species Act Protected Species
As of January 31, 2008, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) lists six
federally protected species for Bladen County (Table 4) A brief description of each
species' habitat requirements follows, along with the Biological Conclusion rendered
based on survey results in the project study area
Table 4. Federally protected species listed for Bladen County.
O?ommon Name Scientific Name Federal Habitat Biological'.
Status -LConclusi-o
American alligator Alligator mississippiensis T (S/A) Yes N/A
Red-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis E No No Effect
Shortnose sturgeon Acipenser brevirostrum E No No Effect
American chaffseed Schwalbea americana E* No No Effect
Pondberry Lindera meliss folia E* No No Effect
Rough-leaved loosestrife Lysimachia asperulaefolia E No No Effect
Notes E Endangered - A species that is threatened with extinction throughout all or a
significant portion of its range
T S/A Similarity of Appearance - A species that is listed as threatened due to
similarity of appearance with other rare species
* Indicates an historic observation occurring greater than 50 years ago
American alligator
Habitat requirements In North Carolina, alligators have been recorded in nearly every
coastal county and many inland counties to the fall line The alligator is found in
rivers, streams, canals, lakes, swamps, bayous, and coastal marshes Adult
animals are highly tolerant of salt water, but the young are apparently more
sensitive, with salinities greater than 5 parts per thousand considered harmful
Biological Conclusion Not Required
The American alligator remains on the protected species list due to its similarity
in appearance to the Endangered American crocodile Species listed as
threatened due to similarity of appearance do not require Section 7 consultation with the
USFWS
Red-cockaded woodpecker
Habitat Requirements The red cockaded woodpecker (RCW) occupies open, mature
stands of southern pines, particularly longleaf pine, for foraging and nesting
habitat The RCW typically nests in pine trees that are >60 years old, and which
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are contiguous with pine stands at least 30 years of age to provide foraging
habitat The foraging range of the RCW is normally no more than 0 5 miles
Biological Conclusion No Effect
There are no occurrences of RCW within the project vicinity listed in the NC
Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) database (updated September 2007) A field
survey found no appropriate nesting or foraging habitat, as no pine stands of the
appropriate age were found in the study area Therefore it can be concluded that
this project will not have an impact on this species
Shortnose Sturgeon
Habitat requirements Shortnose sturgeon occurs in most mayor river systems along the
eastern seaboard of the United States The species prefers the nearshore marine,
estuarine, and riverme habitat of large river systems It is an anadromous species
that migrates to faster-moving freshwater areas to spawn in the spring, but spends
most of its life within close proximity of the river's mouth Large freshwater
rivers that are unobstructed by dams or pollutants are imperative to successful
reproduction Distribution information by river/waterbody is lacking for the rivers
of North Carolina, however records are known from most coastal counties
Biological Conclusion No Effect
A search of the NCNHP database found no record of shortnose sturgeon within
the project vicinity Horsepen Branch is neither large enough nor deep enough to
provide appropriate habitat for this species Therefore it can be concluded that this
project will have no impact on shortnose sturgeon
American Chaffseed
Habitat requirements American chaffseed is most often found in sandy (sandy peat,
sandy loam) acidic, seasonally moist to dry soils Plant communities with which
this species is most often associated with include pine flatwoods, fire maintained
savannas, ecotones between peaty wetlands and xeric sandy soils and other open
grass-sedge systems This species is believed to be shade intolerant and is
therefore found in areas maintained in open to partially open conditions Most
extant populations are in areas subject to frequent fire This species is also known
to occur on road shoulders and in power line rights-of-way that experience
frequent mowing
Biological Conclusion No Effect
A search of the NCNHP records found no occurrence of American chaffseed
within the project vicinity A field survey found no appropriate habitat Therefore
it can be concluded that this project will not impact this species
Pondberry
Habitat requirements Pondberry is known from several widely scattered locations across
the Southeast, in Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, and
South Carolina In interior areas, habitat for pondberry consists of seasonally
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flooded wetlands, sandy sinks, pond margins, and swampy depressions
(Steyermark 1949) In the coastal plain of the Carolinas, pondberry is found
along the margins of sinks, ponds, and pmeland depressions Soils in these areas
are sandy with a high peat content, and have a high water table Fire may have
been an important factor in maintaining suitable habitat in the past This species
is most often found in shade, but may be seen in full sun in areas where
competition is not as intense
Biological Conclusion No Effect
A search of the NCNHP records found no occurrence of pondberry within the
project vicinity A field survey found no appropriate habitat Therefore it can be
concluded that this project will not impact this species
Rough-leaved loosestrife
Habitat requirements Typical habitat for rough-leaved loosestrife is the ecotone between
high pocosm and longleaf pine (or oak) savannas that contain sandy or peaty soils
and full sunlight Rough-leaved loosestrife sometimes occurs in low pocosm
openings where light is abundant at ground level Other habitats where this
species is found include ecotones of stream-head pocosins in the Sandhills and
sandhill seeps where wet sands are underlain by clay, allowing water to seep to
the surface along slopes
Biological Conclusion No Effect
A search of the NCNHP records found no occurrence of rough-leaved loosestrife
within the project vicinity A field survey found no appropriate habitat Therefore
it can be concluded that this project will not impact this species
5.8 Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
Habitat for the bald eagle (Halweetus leucocephalus) primarily consists of mature forest
in proximity to large bodies of open water for foraging Large, dominant trees are
utilized for nesting sites, typically within 10 mile of open water There are no large,
open water bodies within 1 0 mile of the study area, therefore, no suitable habitat for bald
eagle exists
5.9 Endangered Species Act Candidate Species
As of January 31, 2008, the USFWS lists no candidate species for Bladen County
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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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American Freshwater Invertebrates Academic Press, Inc San Diego, California
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Program in North Carolina " North Carolina Ecological Services
<http //nc-es fws gov/es/countyfr html> (January 2008)
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Hadley, MA 62 pp
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APPENDIX A
FIGURES
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Figure 1 Vicinity Map
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Figure 2 Terrestrial Communities and Jursidictional Features
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Appendix B
Scientific Names of Species Identified in Report
Plants
Common Name Scientific Name
Bald cypress Taxodium dastachum
Beautyberry Callacarpa ameracana
Cattail Typha latafolia
Christmas fern Polystachum acrostachoades
Climbing hempweed Mtkanaa scandens
Dandelion Taraxacum offictnzale
Dogfennel Eupatoraum capallafolaum
False nettle Boehmeria cylandraca
Fescue Festuca spp
Greenbrier Smilax spp
Horseweed Conyza canadensas
Japanese honeysuckle Lonicerajaponica
Japanese stiltgrass Microstegaum vamaneum
Loblolly pine Panus taeda
Longleaf pine Panus palustras
Poison ivy Toxacodendron radacans
Red maple Acer rubrum
Ryegrass Lolaum spp
Smartweed Polygonum spp
Swamp chestnut oak Quercus machauxar
Swamp tupelo Nyssa baflora
Sweet bay Magnolia virganaana
Sweet gum Laquadambar styracaflua
Tulip tree Laraodendron tulapafera
Water oak Quercus nigra
Wax myrtle Morella cerafera
Animals
Common Name Scientific Name
American redstart Setophaga ruticalla
Black racer Coluber constrictor
Bluegill Lepomas macrocharus
Blue-spotted sunfish Enneacanthus gloraosus
Brimley's chorus frog Pseudacris bramleyi
Broadhead skink Eumeces lataceps
Carolina wren Thryothorus ludovacaanus
Chain pickerel Esox nager
Copperhead Agkastrodon contortrax
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Downy woodpecker Ptcotdes pubescens
Eastern box turtle Terrapene carohna
Eastern cottontail rabbit Sylvdagus floridanus
Five-lined skink Eumeces anthroctnus
Gray fox Urocyon cinereoargenteus
Green anole Anolts carohnensas
Hispid cotton rat Stgmodon hispidus
Killdeer Charadrtus voctferus
Leopard frog Rana uttcularia
Marbled salamander Ambystoma opacum
Northern cardinal Cardtnalts cardtnahs
Northern flicker Colaptes auratus
Pirate perch Aphredoderus sayanus
Redfin pickerel Esox amertcanus
Red-shouldered hawk Buteo lineatus
Slimy salamander Plethodon gluttnosts
Warmouth Lepomis gulosus
White-eyed vireo Vireo grtseus
White-tailed deer Odocotleus vtrgtntanus
Yellow-bellied slider Trachemys scrtpta
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Appendix C
Wetland Delineation
and Rating Forms
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Appendix D
Qualifications of Contributors
Investigator David E Bailey
Education MS Marine Science, College of William & Mary, 2006
BS Marine & Coastal Resources, Minors Wetland Assessment, Botany
North Carolina State University, 2003
Experience Environmental Specialist, NCDOT, January-August 2004, August 2006-
present
Hydrogeological Technician II, NCDENR, June-August 2003
Fisheries/Laboratory Technician, Duke University Marine Lab,
June-August 2002/2003
Investigator Veronica A Barnes
Education MS Zoology, North Carolina State University, 2006
BS Biology, North Carolina State University, 2003
Experience Environmental Specialist, NCDOT, July 2006-Present
Teaching Assistant, North Carolina State University, Dept of Zoology,
August 2003-May 2006
Research Technician, N C Wildlife Resources Commission, May-August
2004/2005
Investigator Tyler Stanton
Education BS Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences, Minor in Forest Management
North Carolina State University, 1998
Experience Environmental Biologist, NCDOT, September 2003-Present
Ecologist, Virginia Tech University, Conservation Management Institute,
April 1999-August 2003
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DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Determination Manual)
Project / Site B-4711 Date 9/26/07
Applicant / Owner NCDOT County Bladen
Investigator Bailey & Stanton State NC

Do normal circumstances exist on the site? Yes X No Community ID WET
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical situation)? Yes No X Transect ID
Is the area a potential problem area? Yes No X Plot ID Wetland A,B
(explain on reverse if needed)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Taxodium distichum T OBL 9
2 _Nyssa bi?lora T/S FACW+ 10
3 Acer rubrum S FAC 11
4 Boehmerta cylindrica H OBL 12
5 13
6 14
7 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC excluding FAC-) 100%
Remarks
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (Describe In Remarks) Wetland Hydrology Indicators
Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs Primary Indicators
Other Inundated
_ -Saturated in Upper 12"
X No Recorded Data Available X Water Marks
x Drift Lines
Field Observations Sediment Deposits
x Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water N/A (in) Secondary Indicators
X Oxidized Roots Channels in Upper 12"
Depth to Free Water in Pit > 26 (in.) Water-Stained Leaves
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil >26 (in) x FAC-Neutral Test
_ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
Delineation performed during a severe drought
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase) Grifton-Meg eplex, occasionally flooded Drainage Class poorly drained
Taxonomy (Subgroup) Typic Ochraqualfs and Albaqualfs Confirm Mapped Type? Yes_ No X
Profile Description
Depth Matrix Colors Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc
0-7 A IOYR 5/2 10Y/P 5/8 common Clay-loam
7-20 E,B 10YR 4/1 Sandy-clay-loam
20-26+ B, B, 10YR 7/2 Sandy-clay-loam
Hydric Soil Indicators
Histosol Concretions
Histic Epipedon High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime Listed On Local Hydric Soils List
Reducing Conditions Listed on National Hydric Soils List
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors -Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes X No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X No
Hydric Soils Present? Yes X No
Is the Sampling Point
Within a Wetland? Yes X No
Remarks
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Determination Manual)
Project / Site B-4711 Date 9/26/07
Applicant / Owner NCDOT County Bladen
Investigator Stanton & Bailey State NC

Do normal circumstances exist on the sites rtes X No Community ID UP
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical situation)? Yes No X Transect ID
Is the area a potential problem area? Yes No X Plot ID Wetland A,B
(explain on reverse if needed)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Zea maize H N/A 9
2 10
3 11
4 12
5 13
6 14
7 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC excluding FAC-) 0%
Remarks
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (Describe In Remarks) Wetland Hydrology Indicators
Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs Primary Indicators
Other Inundated
-Saturated in Upper 12"
X No Recorded Data Available Water Marks
Drift Lines
Field Observations Sediment Deposits
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water N/A (in ) Secondary Indicators
Oxidized Roots Channels in Upper 12"
Depth to Free Water in Pit >20 (in ) _ Water-Stained Leaves
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil >20 (in ) FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase) Norfolk loamy fine sand 2-6% slopes Drainage Class well-drained
Taxonomy (Subgroup) Typic Paleudults Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No X
Profile Description
Depth Matrix Colors Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc
0-6 A 2 5Y 6/4 Sandy loam
6-20+ B IOYR 6/3 Sandy loam
Hydric Soil Indicators
Histosol Concretions
Histic Epipedon High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime Listed On Local Hydric Soils List
Reducing Conditions Listed on National Hydric Soils List
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes
Hydric Soils Present? Yes
Remarks
No X Is the Sampling Point
No X Within a Wetland? Yes_ No X
No X
Corn field
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Determination Manual)
Project / Site B-4711 Date 9/26/07
Applicant / Owner NCDOT County Bladen
Investigator James and Barnes State NC

Do normal circumstances exist on the site? Yes X No Community ID WET
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical situation)? Yes No X Transect ID
Is the area a potential problem area? Yes No X Plot ID Wetland C
(explain on reverse if needed)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Txpha latrfolia H OBL 9
2 Polygonum spp H FAC-OBL 10
3 Mikania scandens V FACW+ 11
4 12
5 13
6 14
7 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC excluding FAC-) 100%
Remarks
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (Describe In Remarks) Wetland Hydrology Indicators
Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs Primary Indicators
Other Inundated
_ x Saturated in Upper 12"
X No Recorded Data Available Water Marks
Drift Lines
Field Observations Sediment Deposits
x Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water N/A (in) Secondary Indicators
Oxidized Roots Channels in Upper 12"
Depth to Free Water in Pit >20 (in) x Water-Stained Leaves
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil 0 (in) x FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks-
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase) Udorthents, loamy Drainage Class N/A
Taxonomy (Subgroup) N/A Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No X
Profile Description
Depth Matrix Colors Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc
0-3 O 10YR 2/2 organic
3-13 A IOYR 6/3 coarse sand
13-20+ B 10YR 7/2 coarse sand
Hydric Soil Indicators
Histosol Concretions
Histic Epipedon x High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime Listed On Local Hydric Soils List
Reducing Conditions Listed on National Hydric Soils List
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes X
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X
Hydric Soils Present? Yes X
No Is the Sampling Point
No Within a Wetland? Yes X No
No
Remarks
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Determination Manual)
Project / Site B-4711 Date 9/26/07
Applicant / Owner NCDOT County Bladen
Investigator James and Barnes State NC

Do normal circumstances exist on the site? Yes X No Community ID WET
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical situation)? Yes No X Transect ID
Is the area a potential problem area? Yes No X Plot ID Wetland D
(explain on reverse if needed)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Nyssa bi lora T FACW+ 9
2 Acer rubrum T FAC 10
3 Morella cerifera S FAC+ 11
4 Liquidambar s raciflua T FAC+ 12
5 Pinus taeda T FAC 13
6 Murdannia keisak H OBL 14
7 Osmunda cmnamomea H FACW+ 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC excluding FAC-) 100%
Remarks
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (Describe In Remarks) Wetland Hydrology Indicators
Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs Primary Indicators
Other Inundated
x Saturated in Upper 12"
X No Recorded Data Available x Water Marks
Drift Lines
Field Observations Sediment Deposits
_ Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water N/A (in) Secondary Indicators
Oxidized Roots Channels in Upper 12"
Depth to Free Water in Pit >19 (in) x Water-Stained Leaves
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil 0 (in) x FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
Buttressed trees
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase) Centenary sand Drainage Class moderately well-drained
Taxonomy (Subgroup) Grossarenic Entlc Haplohumods Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No X
Profile Description
Depth Matrix Colors Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc
0-6 O 1 OYR 2/2 organic
6-16 A IOYR 4/1 coarse sand
16-19+ B I OYR 7/2 coarse sand
Hydric Soil Indicators
Histosol Concretions
Histic Epipedon x High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor x Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime Listed On Local Hydric Soils List
Reducing Conditions Listed on National Hydnc Soils List
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes X No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes X No
Hydric Soils Present? Yes X No
Is the Sampling Point
Within a Wetland? Yes X No
Remarks
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Determination Manual)
Project / Site B-4711 Date 9/26/07
Applicant / Owner* NCDOT County* Bladen
Investigator James and Barnes State NC

Do normal circumstances exist on the site? Yes X No Community ID UP
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical situation)? Yes No X Transect ID
Is the area a potential problem area? Yes No X Plot ID Wetland C,D
(explain on reverse if needed)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Quercus nigra T FAC 9
2 Pinus taeda T FAC 10
3 MaQnoka virginiana S FACW+ 11
4 Lonicera iaponica V FAC- 12
5 13
6 14
7 15
8 16
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC excluding FAC-) 75%
Remarks
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (Describe In Remarks) Wetland Hydrology Indicators
Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
Aerial Photographs Primary Indicators
_ Other Inundated
-Saturated in Upper 12"
X No Recorded Data Available Water Marks
Drift Lines
Field Observations Sediment Deposits
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Depth of Surface Water N/A (in) Secondary Indicators
Oxidized Roots Channels in Upper 12"
Depth to Free Water in Pit >16 (in) Water-Stained Leaves
Local Soil Survey Data
Depth to Saturated Soil >16 (in) X FAC-Neutral Test
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase) Udorthents, loamy Drainage Class N/A
Taxonomy (Subgroup) N/A Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No X
Profile Description
Depth Matrix Colors Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc
0-9 A 2 5Y 511 medium sand
9-16 B 2 5Y 8/3 medium sand
Hydric Soil Indicators
Histosol Concretions
Histic Epipedon High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime Listed On Local Hydric Soils List
Reducing Conditions Listed on National Hydric Soils List
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes X No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No X
Hydric Soils Present? Yes No X
Is the Sampling Point
Within a Wetland? Yes_ No X
Remarks