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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890 CW
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WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890 ?%we
REPLY TO
ATTENTION OF
September 20, 1995
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199503164; TIP No. U-2307AA/2307C
Mr. H. Franklin Vick
State of North Carolina \
Department of Transportation
Planning and Environmental Branch
Post Office Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
Reference your July 6, 1995 letter regarding the proposed East Side
Thoroughfare in Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina. As part of the
project, the first segment will include new roadway construction from U.S. 70
to I-40, an interchange at I-40 (U-2307A), and a service road (U-2307C)
connecting to 15th Avenue. The interchange will require the relocation of
approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek and the extension (1050 feet) of the
existing 2@10 foot by 10 foot concrete box culvert upstream and downstream of
I-40. The new roadway and service road will also cross tributaries of Clarks
Creek which will require the installation of a 500 foot, 54-inch culvert near
I-40 and a 320 foot, 42-inch culvert along the service road. The total
impacts to jurisdictional headwater stream channels as a result of the
construction will be approximately 0.8 acres. Wetland impacts total less than
one-tenth of an acre.
In addition, you informed us during a June 23, 1995 onsite meeting that
a population of federally threatened dwarf flower heartleaf (Hexastylis
naniflora) had b,?_t:n identified on the C section of the project. Since that
meeting, your staff has met with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) as
part of Section 7 consultation. To mitigate the impacts to the heartleaf on
this project and other nearby projects, NCDOT is to purchase property that has
been identified to contain large populations of the species. Once this
property is purchased, it will be donated to another agency or group and
preserved in perpetuity. This mitigation has been agreed to by the USFWS by
letter dated August 3, 1995 to NCDOT (copy attached).
For the purposes of the Corps of Engineers' Regulatory Program, Title 33,
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 330.6, published in the Federal
Register on November 22, 1991, lists nationwide permits. Authorization was
provided, pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, for discharges of
dredged or fill material into headwaters and isolated waters.
The above described work and subsequent impacts to waters of the United
States (0.9 acres of channel and wetland fill) is authorized by nationwide
permit 26 provided it is accomplished in strict accordance with the enclosed
conditions and provided you receive a Section 401 water quality certification
from the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (NCDEM).
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You should contact Mr. John Dorney, telephone [phone], regarding water
quality certification. This nationwide permit does not relieve you of the
responsibility to obtain other required State or local approval.
Please be aware that our concurrence with your use of NWP 26 for the
above project is partially dependent upon the endangered species agreement
outlined in the referenced August 3 USFWS letter. As this agreement satisfies
general condition no. 11 of the NWP, please notify this office should there be
a change concerning compliance with the agreement. This verification will be
valid through January 27, 1997. This verification will remain valid for the
two years after this date if, the nationwide permit authorization is reissued
without modification or the activity complies with any subsequent
modification. If during the two years, the nationwide permit authorization
expires or is suspended or revoked, or is modified, such that the activity
would no longer comply with the terms and conditions of the nationwide permit,
activities which have commenced or are under contract to commence, in reliance
upon the nationwide permit, will remain authorized. This is provided the
activity is completed within twelve months of the date of the nationwide
permit's expiration, modification or revocation.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Mr. Bob Johnson, Asheville
Field Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Enclosure
Copies Furnished:
Ms. Janice Nichols
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
V Mr. John Dorney
North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Planning
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr„ P.E., Director
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July 31, 1995
Catawba County
DEM Project # 95471
TIP # 2307C
State Project No. 8.2790901
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
Mr. Franklin Vick
Planning and Environmental Branch' i
NC DOT F I L E P. O. Box 25201
Raleigh, N.C. 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
You have our approval to place fill material in 0.80 acres of wetlands or waters for the purpose
of road construction at service road (15th Avenue) behind Sams Store off of US 70/321 to near I-40,
as you described in your application dated 1 May 1995. After reviewing your application, we have
decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 2671. This certification
allows you to use Nationwide Permit Number 26 when it is issued by the Corps of Engineers.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If
you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application.
For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification. Stream
banks are to be revegetated with the same tree species as present now (on 10' centers). In addition,
you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory
hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing,
send a written petition which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the
Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 276 1 1-7447. This certification and
its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Environmental Management under Section 401
of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone John Domey at 919-733-1786.
Sincerely,
r ton Ho?v r. P. E.
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office
Mooresville DEM Regional Office
Mr. John Domey
Central Files
95471.ltr
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS R. SAMUEL HUNT III
GOVERNOR P.O. BOX 25201. RALEIGH. N.G 27611-5201 SECRETARY
July 6, 1995
Asheville Regulatory Field Office REc;r-!VED
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patten Avenue, Room 143 S 1995 -
Asheville, North Carolina 28801-5006 ENVIRO.N- N14A`s"IENCEs
ATT: Mr. Steve Chapin
Dear Mr. Chapin:
SUBJECT: Catawba County, East Side Thoroughfare from US 70/701 to North Side
of Interchange at I-40, State Project No. 8.2790901, TIP No.
U-2307AA/2307C
As part of the proposed Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, the first
segment of the project includes a roadway from US 70 to I-40, an interchange
at I-40 (U-2307AA) and a service road (U-2307C) connecting to 15th Avenue
(see enclosed site map). This interchange will require the relocation of
approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek and the extension (1050 feet) of the
existing 2@10'x10' box culvert up and downstream of I-40. The roadway and
service road also cross tributaries of Clarks Creek which will require the
installation of a 500 foot, 54" reinforced culvert pipe near I-40 and a 320
foot, 42" reinforced culvert pipe along the service road. These activities
will result in 0.80 acres of open water impacts to Clarks Creek and its
tributaries. There are no anticipated wetland impacts associated with this
project.
As requested during the site visit, enclosed is a site map to assist in
identifying the project and the impacts to waters of the U. S. During that
meeting questions were raised concerning the plans for the stream relocation.
Based on discussions with NCDOT personnel, the current plans are to
establish a 5 foot deep meandering stream that is 13 feet wide at the bottom
with 2 to 1 side slopes (see cross section K on plan sheet). The side slopes
will be covered with filter fabric and class I rip rap which has an average
size of 10 inches. Currently there are no plans to install stone within the
new stream or revegetate the stream banks. It is NCDOT's opinion that once
the new stream is cut, stones will naturally fill the stream like the
existing one. The stream banks will be seeded for erosion control and
allowed to revegetate naturally.
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As you are aware, a population of dwarf flower heartleaf was identified
on the C section of the project. Since that meeting NCDOT staff has met with
the USFWS as part of the Section 7 consultation. To mitigate the impacts to
the heartleaf for this project and several others, NCDOT is pursuing
purchasing property that has been identified to contain large populations of
the species. Once this property is purchased, it will be donated to another
agency or group and preserved in perpetuity. This mitigation proposal has
been agreed to by the USFWS.
The impacts to Waters of the US anticipated for this project meet the
conditions of, and are authorized under the Corps of Engineers Nationwide
Permit 26. The impacts are above the limit of headwaters and are less than
an acre in size. NCDOT also requests, by copy of this letter, that the
project be authorized under General Water Quality Certification 2671 by DEM.
Please find enclosed a copy of the permit application, site map and drawing
for the project.
If you have any questions concerning this application please do not 1
hesitate to call Scott P. Gottfried at 919-733-3141 Ext. 307.
Sincerely, 3
H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
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Enclosures
cc: District Engineer, COE-Wilmington
Mr. Eric Galamb, DEM
Mr. David Cox, WRC
Ms. Janice Nichols, USFWS
Mr. Kelly Barger, P. E., Project Management Unit
Mr. Don Morton, P. E., Highway Design Branch
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P. E., Hydraulics
Mr. John Smith, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. R. W. Spangler, Division 12 Engineer

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NOTIFICATION FORM`
INFORMATION SHEET
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification.
A. NOTIFICATION TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS DISTRICT ENGINEER: (REFER TO
ITEM B. BELOW FOR DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT APPLICATION RE-
QUIItEMENTS AND SPECIFICALLY NOTE NWP 26 DIFFERENCE.)
Certain nationwide pergiiu require notification to the Corps of Engineers before work can proceed. They are as follows:
NWP 5 (only for discharges of 10 to 25 cubic yards)
NWP'7
NWP 13 (only for stabilization activities in excess of 500 feet in length or greater than an average of one cubic yard
per running foot)
NWP 14 (only for fills in special aquatic sites, including wetlands, and must include a delineation of affected special
aquatic sites)
NWP 17
NWP 18 (required when discharge exceeds 10 cubic yards or the discharge is in a special aquatic site and must include
a delineation of the affected special aquatic site, including wetlands)
NWP 21 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
NWP 26 (only for greater than 1 acre total impacts and must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites,
including wetlands)
NWP 33 (must include a restoration plan of reasonable measures to avoid and minimize impacts to aquatic resources)
NWP 37 .
NWP 38 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
For activities that may be authorized by the above listed nationwide permits that require notification, the
applicant shall not begin work
a. Until notified that the work may proceed under the nationwide permit with any special conditions imposed by
the District Engineer, or
b. If notified that an individual permit may be required, or
c. Unless 30 days (calendar) have passed from the time a complete notification is received by the District Engineer
and no notice has been received from the District Engineer, and required state approvals have been obtained.
Required state approvals include: 1) a Section 401 water quality certification if authorization is requested for a
discharge of dredged or fill material, and 2) an approved coastal zone management consistency determination if
the activity will affect the coastal area.
Use of NWP 12 also requires notification to the District Engineer, but work may not begin until written
concurrence is received from the District Engineer. The time periods described above do not apply.
Furthermore, requirements to notify the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the National Marine
Fisheries Service (NMFS), and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), as indicated below and on the
notification form, do not apply.
B. APPLICATION TO DEM FOR NATIONWIDE PERMIT SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION.
Certain nationwide permits require an application to DEM in order to obtain Section 401 water quality certification.
They are NWP 6, NWP 12, NWP 15, NWP 16, NWP 17, NWP 21, NWP 33, NWP 34, NWP 38, and NWP 40.
Certain nationwide permits were issued general certifications and require no application. They are NWP 3, NWP 4,
NWP 5, NWP 7, NWP 20, NWP 22, NWP 23 (requires notification to DEW, NWP 25, NWP 27, NWP 32, NWP 36,
and NWP 37.
The following nationwide permits were issued general certifications for only limited activities: NWP 13 (for projects
less than 500 feet in length), NWP 14 (for projects that impact waters only), NWP 18 (for projects with less than 10
cubic yards of fill in waters only), and NWP 26 (for projects with less than or equal to one-third acre fill of waters or
wetlands). Projects that do not meet these criteria require application for Section 401 water quality certifiicadons.

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C. NOTIFICATION/APPLICATION PROCEDURES. 4'
The attached form should be used to obtain approval from the Corps of Engineers and/or the N.C. Division of
Environmental Management as specified above. The permittee should make sure that all necessary information is
provided in order to avoid delays. One copy of the completed form is required by the Corps of Engineers and seven
copies arc required by DEM. Plans and maps must be on 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper
Endangered species requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service and/or the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the presence of endangered species that may
be affected by the proposed project
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE
RALEIGH FIELD OFFICE HABITAT CONSERVATION DIVISION
P.O. Box 33726-x: Pivers Island
Raleigh, NC .27636-3726 Beaufort, NC 28516
Telephone [phone] Telephone [phone]
Historic resources requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the State Historic
Preservation Office regarding the presence of historic properties that may be affected by the proposed project.
STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
N.C. DIVISION OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Telephone [phone]
Information obtained from these agencies should be forwarded to the Corps.
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)EM ID: ACTION ID:
lationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit #):
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WILMINGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER WATER QUALITY PLANNING
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
P.O. Box 1890 -r.' AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 P.O. Bor. 29535
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Telephone [phone] ATTN: MR. JOHN DORNEY
Telephone. [phone]
)NE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
'LEASE PRINT.
1. Owners Name: North Carolina Department of Transportation; Planning &-Environmental Branch
?. Owners Address: P. 0. Box 25201; Raleigh, NC 27611
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): --- (Work): [phone]
k If Applicable: Agent's name or responsible corporate official, address,.phone number.
H. Franklin Vick, P.E.
Manager
i. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP). County: Catawba
learest Town or City: Hickory
ipecific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Interchange with I-40 between I-40 and
US 70/321 (U-2307AA). Service road (15th Ave.) behind SAMS Store off US 70/321 (U 2307C).
i. Name of Closest Stream/Rive.. Clarks Creek at I-40 Interchange
t River Basin: Clarks Creek
3. Is this project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WS I, or WS II? YES [ ] NO [X]
?. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for use on this property? YES ? ] NO [ ]
If yes, explain. NWP 26 was applied for in 5/95; however, additional impacts were identified
wring a site visit with the COE and USFWS.
N/A
10. Estimated total number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site:
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, impacted by the proposed project:
Filled:
Drained:
Flooded:
Excavated:
Total Impacted:
0.80 acre
0.80 acre
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12. Description of proposed work (Attach PLANS-8 12" X 11" drawings only): -Relocation of aoproximately
400` of Clarks Creek and extension of the existing 2 @ 11' x 10' box culvert up and
down stream under I-40. Installing culvert pipes in two tributarites of Clarks Creek.
13. Purpose of proposed work: New highway on new location. Hickory-East side thoroughfare
from US 70/321 to north side of Interchange at I-40 and a service road connecting to
t venue.
14. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures
taken to minimi?t wetland impacts. See enclosed cover letter
15. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service
(NMFS) regarding the presence or any Federally listed orproposed for listing endangered orthreatened species or critical
habitat in the permit area that may be affected by the proposed project Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed project? Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
17. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted.by project
C. If delineation was performed by a consultant, include all data sheets relevant to the placement of the
delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property? Commercial/Residential
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sewage disposal? N/A
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STATE OF NOVIA CANOLINA. ?
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DPPAPTmEtgT OF TRANSPORTATION Sur+uEt. Huhn' III
s B. HUNT JIL DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS SgCMTAP-y
GOVERNOR p0.BOXMol.RAuiroii•t4Z 27611.5101
July 6, 1995
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patten Avenue, Roo-14 143
Asheville,'North Carolina 28801-5006
ATT: Hr. Steve Chapin
i 2 6 i995
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Dear mr. Chapin:
SUBJECT: Catawba County, at aIt4D, from US North Side
of Interchange
U-2301AA/2301C
As part of the proposed Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, the first
segment of the project includes a roadway fron US 70 to I-40, an interchange
at I-40 tU-Z301AA) and o service road (U-2301C) connecting to 15th Avenue
(see enclosed site caap). This interchange will require the relocation of
approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek end the extension (1050 feet) of the
existing 2@10'x10' box culvert up and downstream of I-40. The roadway and
service road also cross tributaries of Clarks Creek whiCh•will require the
installation of a 500 foot, 54" reinforced culvert pipe near* V-40 And -& 320
foot, 42" reinforced culvert pipe along the service road. These activities
will result in 0.80 acres of open water imparts to Clarks Creek and its
tributaries. There are no anticipated wetland impacts associated with this
project.
As requested during the site visit, enclosed is a site map to assist in
identifying the project and the impacts to waters of the U. S. During that
meeting questions were raised concerning the plans for the stream relocation.
Qasad on discussions with NCDOT personnel, the current plans-aro to
establish a 5 foot deep meandering stream that is 13 feet wide at tho bottom
with 2 to 1 side slopes (see cross section K on plan sheet). The side slopes
will be covered %A th filter fabric and class I rip rap which has size of 10 inches. Currently there are no plans to install stone within the
new stream or revegetate the stream banks. It is f?CDOT'3 opinion that once
the new strewn is cut, stones will naturally fill the stream like the
existing one. The stream banks will be seeded for erosion control and
.allowed to revegetate naturally.

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July 6, 1995
Pago 2 1
As you are aware, a population of dwarf flower hoartleaf was identified
on the C section of the project. Since that meeting 11CDOT staff has mot with
the USFWS as part of the Section 7 consultation. To mitigate the impacts to
the heartleaf for this project and several others, NCDOT is pursuing
purchasing property that has been identified to contain large populations of
the spacies. Once this property is purchased, it will be donated to another
agency or roup and preserved in perpetuity. This mitigation proposal has
been agree to by the USAIS.
• The impacts to haters of the US anticipated for this project moot the
conditions of, and are authorized undor the Corps of engineers Nationwide
Permit 26 The impacts are abovo the limit of headwaters and are less than
an acre in size. NCOOT also requests, by copy of this letter, that tho
project be authorized under General Water Quality Certification 2671 by DEIA.
Pleaso find enclosed a copy of the permit application, site map and drawing
for the project.
If you have any questions concerning this application please do not
hositato to call Scott P. Gottfried at 919-733-3141 Ext. 307.
>Sincorely,
H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
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Enclosures
cc: District Engineer, COE-Wilmington
fir. Eric Galamb, DER
fir. David Cox, HRC
-.11s. Janice Hichols, USN5
Mr. Kelly Barger P E Project Management Unit
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Hr. Don Morton, P. E..,.Highway Design Branch
Fir. A. L. Hankins, P. E., Hydraulics
fair. John Smith, P. E.. Structure Design
Hr. R. W. Spangler, Division 12 Engineer
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Nationwide permits that require notation to the Corp of Engine rs
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
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ATM CESA•W-MB IW- cigh,NC 27626.0533
Tclcph= [phone] ATM Mlt.,JOHN DQRNEY
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ONE (1) sEVEN (7) PCOOPIIES SHOUM B? SENT To THE N.C. NISION OF ENVIR THE CORPS OOF ENGINEM.
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1. Ow=, Name: Tlorth Carolina Department of Transportation; Planning &-Environmontol Branch
2. OW= Address: P. 0. Box 25201; nolrai h, NC 27611
3. Own= Phon, Number (Ho=): ?` (Wad:)c [phone]
4. M Applicable: Ad's nsmC or responsable wrporatc o#ficisl, t:dd :a?pltoAO number,
H. Franklin Vick. P.E.
14anagor
5. Lotttiou of work (b=A=CHMAP). Conntp: Catawba
Nca=7bwu or Mr. Hickory
Interchange wiTh I-40 between 1-40 end
Specific Y,ocatioo (Include road aumbors, l=dmarits, etc.)'
US 70/321 (U-2307AA). Service road (15th•Ave.) behind SAMS Store off US 70/321 (U 2307C).
6. Name of CloscstSa=tm/Rivcr: Clarks Creek at I-40 Interchange -
7. lUvcrBasia: Clarks Creek
ecc located i a a wet: shed classified u Trout. SA, HQW, ORW, WS L or WS 11? YES (j NO (X]
8. Is this prof
9. Hmvo any Section 404 pennirs been pmviously mqu=ted for use on this property? YES ?] NO ( ]
Ifycs,explain. MP 26 was applied for in 5/95; howover, odditional impaeta worn identified
erring a si a V-1sl wi.t t o en to/A
10. Escmatod total number of aches of waters of dw U.S., including wetlands, located on prv ct aiw:
11. Ntmtbcr of :.arcs of wt:ttrs of the U.S- including wetlands, impacted by tbo proposal project:
FlUed- 0.80 acre
DraIncd:
Flooded:
EYCflY.1ICd:... r
O.SO acre
Total Impacted:

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22 Drvran of p?ascd work (/ltt=h PLANS-83 I/2" ;C 11" drawings anly)_ _AFll nrn+i rtn of stnni?c?ximnt oly ,
400' of Clark3 Creek and extension of tho existing 2 0 11' x 10' box culvort'up and
down stroam under 140. Inotalling culvert pipes in two tributaritos of Clarks Croak.
13. pMVasaoPgropa_edwotie Now highway on now location. Hickory-Haut aido thoroughfare t
from US 70/323 to north aido of Intorchongo of I-40 and a aorvico road connocting to
=r.n Avunuu.
14. Stagy trssarts r-rhy thQ app>"=t bellows t== activity muba canted oui is =U=. Al o, notameasu=
cover letter
mlO? WMIDimiz?VdIattdimp:?xc. Soo unclosed
13. You = regtt and to contact tho V•S. Fish and Wi M[c Scryica (USFWS) and/or National Marirtn F',sheries Service
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MAU m tic pu reg?ngdd the dea maory be any aFtdttfaxxttllcdbyy the usredorpropn pmpc:zd•, rcipmforlisrin$jc ondan?credortturatco? NO cal
that s r. HAva youdaceso?
RESPONSES FROM THE USITYS AND/OR NMM SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You m-a rcquired w conrsct do Stara Historic Prc;arvadoa Of$c:.r (SIPO) rcgardln:; tho pr== of historic
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propades In the pmmit a= which=y be affected by the proposed project? Hove you donsso? YW [X j NO E
RESPONSE FROM THE SIPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
17. Additional .dvn requitrld by DEM:
A. Wedmad d^th=d= map showing ag wetlands. strt =. and Inks on the pmpatY
B. If avaffabIc rgn=Catative photograph of cretLmds to ba impact Iby project. t
C. If dcllncadoa wus gcrfvr=d by a cousaltan4 include all data sheets inlLwant to the plac=nzat of the
dtltncatian lice. '
D. Ira SW=wtugt mnnn =mr plan is rcgdrircd for this IiCjcu. attcch copy. •
E What is I=d use of sumun&S V13fttY7 ConTarcial/Residential
F. If appli- le, whit is proposed method of sewaoo disposal? N/A
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
June 26, 1995
Catawba County
DEM Project # 95471
TIP # U-2307AA,
State Project No. 8.2790901

APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
Mr. Franklin Vick
Planning and Environmental Branch
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NC DOT , to j r .•
P. O. Box 25201' j' l { J y.J
Raleigh, N.C. 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Vick:
You have our approval to place fill material in 0.48 acres of wetlands or waters for the purpose
of road construction at East side thoroughfare from US 70/701 to near I-40, as you described in your
application dated 1 May 1995. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is
covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 2671. This certification allows you to use
Nationwide Permit Number 26 when it is issued'by the Corps of Engineers.
! This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If
you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application..
For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification. DOT
stream relocation guidelines shall be used. In addition, you should get any other federal, state or local
permits before you go ahead with your project.
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory
hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing,
send a written petition which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the
Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 27611-7447. This certification and
its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Environmental Management under Section 401
of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone John Domey at 919-733-1786.
Sincerely,
ston Howard, Jr. P.E.
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office
Mooresville DEM Regional Office
Mr. John Domey
Central Files
95471.1tr
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT. JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS R. SAMUEL HUNT 111
GOVERNOR P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201 SECRETARY
May 1, 1995 rf? ?I? (! ,, 5
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Water Quality Planning
Division of Environmental Management
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
ATTENTION: Mr. John Dorney
Dear Mr. Dorney:
Subject: Catawba County, East Side Thoroughfare from US 70/701 to North side of
Interchange at I-40, State Project No. 8.2790901 TIP No. U-2307AA.
As part of the proposed Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, a new interchange is proposed
at the crossing of I-40 (see enclosed site map). This interchange will require the relocation of
approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek and the extension of the existing 2 @ 11' x 10' box
culvert up and downstream of I-40. This activity will result in 0.48 acres of open water impacts to
Clarks Creek. There are no anticipated wetland impacts associated with this project.
The impacts to Waters of the US anticipated for this project meet the conditions of, and
are authorized under the Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit 26. The impacts are above the
limit of headwaters and are less than an acre in size. Therefore, no notification to the US Army
Corps of Engineers is required (33CFR 330.6 (C 13)). However, impacts to Waters of the US are
greater than one third acre and requires notification to the Division of Environmental
Management.
As a result, the NCDOT requests that the above referenced project be authorized under
General Water Quality Certification 2671. Please find enclosed a copy of the permit application,
site map and drawing for the project. A copy of this information is also being sent to the US
Army Corps of Engineers for their files.
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If you have any questions concerning this application please do not hesitate to call Scott P.
Gottfried at 919-733-3141 ext. 307.
Sincerely
H. Franklin Vick, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
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Enclosures
cc: District Engineer, COE-Wilmington
Mr. Bob Johnson, COE-Asheville
Mr. Kelly Barger, P.E. Project Management Unit
Mr. Don Morton, P.E., Highway Design Branch
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P.E., Hydraulics
Mr. John Smith, RE., Structure Design
Mr. R. W. Spangler, Division 12 Engineer
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NOTIFICATION FORM
INFORMATION SHEET
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
A. NOTIFICATION TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS DISTRICT ENGINEER. (REFER TO
ITEM B. BELOW FOR DIVISION O ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT APPLICATION RE-
QUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICALLY
Certain nationwide permits require notification to the Corps of Engineers before work can proceed. They are as follows:
NWP 5 (only for discharges of 10 to 25 cubic yards) .
NWP 7
NWP 13 (only for stabilization activities in excess of 500 feet in length or greater than an average of one cubic yard
per running foot)
NWP 14 (only for fills in special aquatic sites, including wetlands, and must include a delineation of affected special
aquatic sites) X
NWP 17
NWP 18 (required when discharge exceeds 10 cubic yards or the discharge is in a special aquatic site and must include
a delineation of the affected special aquatic site, including wetlands)
NWP 21 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
NWP 26 (only for greater than 1 acre total impacts and must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites,
including wetlands)
NWP 33 (must include a restoration plan of reasonable measures to avoid and minimize impacts to aquatic resources)
NWP 37
NWP 38 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
For activities that may be authorized by the above listed nationwide permits that require notification, the
applicant shall not begin work
a. Until notified that the work may proceed under the nationwide permit with any special conditions imposed by
the District Engineer, or
b. If notified that an individual permit may be required, or
c. Unless 30 days (calendar) have passed from the time a complete notification is received by the District Engineer
and no notice has been received from the District Engineer, and required state approvals have been obtained.
Required state approvals include: 1) a Section 401 water quality certification if authorization is requested for a
discharge of dredged or fill material, and 2) an approved coastal zone management consistency determination if
the activity will affect the coastal area. t til written Use of NWP 12 also requires notification tEn the District Engineer, ?me rperiods d s nl ed abovet donnot apply.
,oncurrence is received from the Distract gvn? National Furthermore, requirements notify t U Fish
the
Preservation Office (SBPO), as indicated below and on arine
Fisheries Service (NNiFS), and the State e ]:mssoric
notification form, do not apply.
3. APPLICATION TO DEM FOR NATIONWIDE PERMIT SECTION
401 40CERTIquality certification. water ertain nationwide permits require an application to DEM in order to obtain
hey are NWP 6, NWP 12, NWP 15, NWP 16, NWP 17, NWP 21, NWP 33, NWP 34, NWP 38, and NWP 40.
?ertain nationwide permits were issued general certifications and require no application. They are NWP 3, NWP 4,
'i P 5, NWP 7, NWP 20, NWP 22, NWP 23 (requires notification to DE?v), NWP 25, NWP 27, NWP 32, NWP 36,
..id NWP 37. activities: 'he following nationwide permits were issuero cect? ?a ?m ? ti`°a?f? ?y?? limiWted18 (for 13 for lesspthan 0
:ss than 500 feet in length), NWP 14 (for ? P projects
rabic yards of fill in waters only), and NWP 26 (for projects with less than or equal to one-third acre fill o waters or
etlands). Projects that do not meet these criteria require application for Section 401 water quality certifications.
C. NOTEFICATION/APPLICATION PROCEDURES.
The attached form should be used to obtain approval from the Corps of Engineers and/or the N.C. Division of
Environmental Management as specified above. The permittee should make sure that all necessary information is
provided in order to avoid delays. One copy of the completed form is required by the Corps of Engineers and seven
copies are required by DEM. Plans and maps must be on 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper.
Endangered species requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service and/or the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the presence of endan ered s ecies
be affected by the proposed project. g p that may
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
RALEIGH FIELD OFFICE
P.O. Box 33726
Raleigh, NC 27636-3726
Telephone [phone]
NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE
HABITAT CONSERVATION DIVISION
Pivers Island
Beaufort, NC 28516
Telephone [phone]
Historic resources requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the State Historic
Preservation Office regarding the presence of historic properties that may be affected by the proposed project.
STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
N.C. DIVISION OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY w
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Telephone [phone]
Information obtained from these agencies should be forwarded to the Corps.
r
DEM ID
ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit #): NWP 26
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WILMINGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW-CO-E
Telephone [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. Bor. 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR. j OIYN DORNEY
Telephone [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
PLEASE PRINT. ,
1. Owners Name: North Carolina Department of Transportation; Planning & Environmental Branch
2. Owners Address: P 0 Box 25201• Raleigh NC 2761
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): --- (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agent's name or responsible corporate official, address, phone number:
H. Franklin Vick, P.E.
Manager
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP). County: Catawba
Nearest Town or City: Hickory
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Interchange with I-40 between NC 127
and US 321
7. Name of Closest Stream/River: Clarks Creek at I-40 Tnterchange
7. River Basin: Clarks Creek
?. Is this project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WS I, or WS II? YES [ ] NO [x ]
?. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for use on this property? YES [ ] NO ? ]
If yes, explain.
10. Estimated total number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site: Dip
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, impacted by the proposed project:
Filled: 0.48 acre
Drained:
Flooded:
Excavated:
ToW Impacted;0.48 acre
12. Description of proposed work (Attach PLANS-8 1/2" X 11" drawings only): Relocation of approximately
400' of Clarks Creek and extension of the existing 2C 11' x 10' box culvert up and
-down stream under I40
13. Purpose of proposed work: New highway on new location. Hickory-East side thoroughfare
from US 70 - 321 to north side of Interchange at I-40
14. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures
taken to minimize wetland impacts. --See enclosed cover letter
15. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service
(NMFS) regarding the presence or any Federally listed orproposed for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat in the permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed project? Have you done so? YES [ X] NO(
]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
17. Additional information required by DENI:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by a consultant, include all data sheets relevant to the placement of the
delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property? Commercial/residential
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sewage disposal?
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EN7VIRONIMEI^;T, 1ICA1,TH,
JUL 10 1995
STATE OF NoKTH CAROLINA[;,;;,ir;, IF E ^,?;?TrL
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATRD Ni 1.--:i;L C.MICE
JAMES B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
GOVERNOR P.O. BOX 25201. RALEIGH. N.G 27611-5201
July 6, 1995
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patten Avenue, Room 143
Asheville, North Carolina 28801-5006
ATT: Mr. Steve Chapin
Dear Mr. Chapin:
T5-72,6
R. SAMUEL HUNT III
SECRETARY

SUBJECT: Catawba County, East Side Thoroughfare from US 70/701 to North Side
of Interchange at I-40, State Project No. 8.2790901, TIP No.
U-2307AA/2307C
As part of the proposed Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, the first
segment of the project includes a roadway from US 70 to I-40, an interchange
at I-40 (U-2307AA) and a service road (U-2307C) connecting to 15th Avenue
(see enclosed site map). This interchange will require the relocation of
approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek and the extension (1050 feet) of the
existing 2@10'x10' box culvert up and downstream of I-40. The roadway and
service road also cross tributaries of Clarks Creek which will require the
installation of a 500 foot, 54" reinforced culvert pipe near I-40 and a 320
foot, 42" reinforced culvert pipe along the service road. These activities
will result in 0.80 acres of open water impacts to Clarks Creek and its
tributaries. There are no anticipated wetland impacts associated with this
project.
As requested during the site visit, enclosed is a site map to assist in
identifying the project and the impacts to waters of the U. S. During that
meeting questions were raised concerning the plans for the stream relocation.
Based on discussions with NCDOT personnel, the current plans are to
establish a 5 foot deep meandering stream that is 13 feet wide at the bottom
with 2 to 1 side slopes (see cross section K on plan sheet). The side slopes
will be covered with filter fabric and class I rip rap which has an average
size of 10 inches. Currently there are no plans to install stone within the
new stream or revegetate the stream banks. It is NCDOT's opinion that once
the new stream is cut, stones will naturally fill the stream like the
existing one. The stream banks will be seeded for erosion control and
allowed to revegetate naturally.

July 6, 1995
Page 2
As you are aware, a population of dwarf flower heartleaf was identified
on the C section of the project. Since that meeting NCDOT staff has met with
the USFWS as part of the Section 7 consultation. To mitigate the impacts to
the heartleaf for this project and several others, NCDOT is pursuing
purchasing property that has been identified to contain large populations of
the species. Once this property is purchased, it will be donated to another
agency or group and preserved in perpetuity. This mitigation proposal has
been agreed to by the USFWS.
The impacts to Waters of the US anticipated for this project meet the
conditions of, and are authorized under the Corps of Engineers Nationwide
Permit 26. The impacts are above the limit of headwaters and are less than
an acre in size. NCDOT also requests, by copy of this letter, that the
project be authorized under General Water Quality Certification 2671 by DEM.
Please find enclosed a copy of the permit application, site map and drawing
for the project.
If you have any questions concerning this application please do not
hesitate to call Scott P. Gottfried at 919-733-3141 Ext. 307.
Sincerely,
ZIJ
H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
SG/rfm
Enclosures
cc: District Engineer, COE-Wilmington
Mr. Eric Galamb, DEM
Mr. David Cox, WRC
Ms. Janice Nichols, USFWS
Mr. Kelly Barger, P. E., Project Management Unit
Mr. Don Morton, P. E., Highway Design Branch
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P. E., Hydraulics
Mr. John Smith, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. R. W. Spangler, Division 12 Engineer

NOTIFICATION FORM
INFORMATION SHEET
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers-
Nationwide permits that require application. for Section 401 certification.
A. NOTIFICATION TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS DISTRICT ENGINEER: (REFER TO
ITEM B. BELOW FOR DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT APPLICATION RE-
QUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICALLY NOTE NWP 26 DIFFERENCE.)
Certain nationwide permits require notification to the Corps of Engineers before work can proceed. They are as follows:
NW 5 (only for discharges of 10 to 25 cubic yards)
NWP'7
NWP 13 (only for stabilization activities in excess of 500 feet in length or greater than an average of one cubic yard
per running foot)
NWP 14 (only for fills in special aquatic sites, including wetlands, and must include a delineation of affected special
aquatic sites)
NWP 17
NWP 18 (required when discharge exceeds 10 cubic yards or the discharge is in a special aquatic site and must include
a delineation of the affected special aquatic site, including wetlands)
NWP 21 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
NWP 26 (only for greater than 1 acre total impacts and must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites,
including wetlands)
NWP 33 (must include a restoration plan of reasonable measures to avoid and minimize impacts to aquatic resources)
NWP 37
NWP 38 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
For activities that may be authorized by the above listed nationwide permits that require notification, the
applicant shall not begin work
a. Until notified that the work may proceed under the nationwide permit with any special conditions imposed by
the District Engineer, or
b. If notified that an individual permit may be required, or ,
c. Unless 30 days (calendar) have passed from the time a complete notification is received by the District Engineer
and no notice has been received from the District Engineer, and required state approvals have been obtained.
Required state approvals include: 1) a Section 401 water quality certification if authorization is requested for a
discharge of dredged or fill material, and 2) an approved coastal zone management consistency determination ii
the activity will affect the coastal area.
Use of NWP 12 also requires notification to the District Engineer, but work may not begin until written
concurrence is received from the District Engineer. The time periods described above do not apply.
Furthermore, requirements to notify the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the National Marine
Fisheries Service (NMFS), and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), as indicated below and on the
notification form, do not apply.
B. APPLICATION TO DEM FOR NATIONWIDE PERMIT SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION.
Certain nationwide permits require an application to DEM in order to obtain Section 401 water quality certification.
They are NWP 6, NWP 12, NWP 15, NWP 16, NWP 17, NWP 21, NWP 33, NWP 34, NWP 38, and NWP 40.
Certain nationwide permits were issued general certifications and require no application. They are NWP 3, NWP 4,
NWP 5, NWP 7, NWP 20, NWP 22, NWP 23 (requires notification to DEW, NWP 25, NWP 27, NWP 32, NWP 36,
and NWP 37.
The following nationwide permits were issued general certifications for only limited activities: NWP 13 (for projects
less than 500 feet in length), NWP 14 (for projects that impact waters only), NWP 18 (for projects with less than 10
cubic yards of fill in waters only), and NWP 26 (for projects with less than or equal to one-third acre fill of waters or
wetlands). Projects that do not meet these criteria require application for Section 401 water quality certifications.

C. NOTIFICATION/APPLICATION PROCEDURES.
The attached form should be used to obtain approval from the Corps of Engineers and/or the N.C. Division of
Environmental Management as specified above. The permitter should make sure that all necessary information is
provided in order to avoid delays. One copy of the completed form is required by the Corps of Engineers and seven '
copies are required by DEM. Plans and maps must be on 8 1/2 z 11 inch paper:
Endangered species requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the U.S. Fish and r"
Wildlife Service and/or the National Marne Fisheries Service regarding the presence of endangered species that may
be affected by the proposed project:
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE
RALEIGH FIELD OFFICE HABITAT CONSERVATION DIVISION
P.O. Box 33726-? = Pivers Island
Raleigh, NC .27636-3726 Beaufort, NC 28516
Telephone [phone] Telephone [phone]
Historic resources requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the State Historic
Preservation Office regarding the presence of historic properties that may be affected by the proposed project.
STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
N.C. DIVISION OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY -
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Telephone [phone]
Information obtained from these agencies should be forwarded to the Carps.
I
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DEM ID: ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certifcation
WILMINGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER WATER QUALITY PLANNING
CORPS OF ENGINEERS DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
P.O. Box 1890 -t.' AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Wilmington, NC 28402-1890 P.O. Bor. 29535
ATTN: CESAW CO-E Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Telephone [phone] ATTN: MR. SOHN DORNEY
Telephone. [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Owners Name: North Carolina Department of Transportation; Planning &-Environmental Branch
2. Owners Address: P. 0. Box 25201; Raleigh, NC 27611
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): --- (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agent's name or responsible corporate official, address,.phone number.
H. Franklin Vick, P.E.
Manager
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP). County: Catawba
Nearest Town or City: Hickory
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Interchange with I-40 bet.jeen I-40 and
US 70/321 (U-2307AA). Service road (15th Ave.) behind SAMS Store off US 70/321 (U 2307C).
6. Name of Closest Stream/River: Clarks Creek at I-40 Interchange
7. River Basin: Clarks Creek
8. Is this project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WS I, or WS II? YES [ ] NO [X]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for use on this property? YES ? ] NO [ ]
If yes, explain. NWP 26 was applied for in 5/95; however, additional impacts were identified
Curing a site visit with the COE and U .
10. Estimated total number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site: N/A
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, impacted by the proposed project:
Flied:
Drained:
Flooded:
Excavated:
Total Impacted:
0.80 acre
0.80 acre
1
1
12. Description of proposed work (Attach PLANS-8 12" X 11" drawings only): Relocation of approximately
400' of Clarks Creek and extension of the existing 2 @ 11' x 10' box culvert up and
down stream under I-40. Installing culvert pipes in two tributarites of Clarks Creek.
13. Purpose of proposed work New highway on new location. Hickory-East side thoroughfare '
from US 70/321 to north side of Interchange at I-40 and a service road connecting to
t venue.
14. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures
taken to minimize wetland impacts. See enclosed cover letter
15. You are requited to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service
(NMFS) regarding the presence or any Federally listed orproposed for listing endangered orthreatened species or critical
habitat in the permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic
properties in the permit area which maybe affected by the proposed project? Have you dons s_o? YES [X ] NO(
]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
17. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by a consultant, include all data sheets relevant to the placement of the
delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property? Commercial/Residential
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sewage disposal? N/A
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Rex Gleason
Mooresville Regional Office
FROM: John Domey 6 ,
RE: 401 Certification Review I/
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Please review the enclosed 401 Certification applications by July 20, 1995. Please call me if you or
your staff have any questions, or need assistance in these reviews.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE NEW STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION FORM
1. NC DOT - Eastside Thonighfare (2 week review)
#95725
Catawba County
The other enclosed material (if any) is for your general information and use as appropriate.
Enclosure
NCWRC.I-lCP , FALLS LAKE

Aug 03 ' 95 1144 No. 002 P.02
n North Carolina Wilcllife Resources Commission 0
51Z N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-1188,919-733-3391
Glutc* R. Fuilwood, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Abdul Rahmani, Hydraulics
North "linn epsur,tr ent of Pansportation
FROM: Stephanie E. Goudr&ui, Mt. Reg! a Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: August 3, 1995
SUBJECT: Scoping comments for relocation of Clarks Creek associated with the Hickory
East Side Thoroughfare, Catawba County, TIP IIU-2307AA/2307C, DEM
1195726.
The North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (DEM) recently sent me a
copy of the 401/404 application submitted by the North Carolina Department of Transportation
-(DOT) for the relocation of Clarks Creek in Catawba County. This work is associated with the
first segment of the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, which includes a roadway from Us. 70 to 1-
40, an interchange at 1-40 (U-2307AA) and a service road (U-23070) connecting to 15th
Avenue. 'Phis interchange will require the relocation of approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek,
extension (1050 feet) of the existing box culvert in Clarks creek. and installation of two pipes in
unnamed tributaries of Clarks Creek.
We are especially concerned with the plans for stream relocation. Mr. Eric Oalatub of the
DEM requested that 1 contact you with our concerns, Ihca scud him a Icttcr outlining any
measures agreed upon by the DOT and North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission for
mitdruizing adverse impacts to ftshcrics and wildlife rosoun:es so that he can made a decision on
the 401 application.
The DOT plans to construct a 5-foot deep, 13-foot wido meandering channel with 2:1
lido slopes. Side slopes will be covcrcd with filter fabric and Class I riprap, then seeded with
hcrbaeeous vegetation.
We appreciate the DOT's efforts to duplicate the Average depth and width of the existing
channel, as well as incorporate meanders into the design. These measures should lielp the new
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DEM #95726
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August 3, 1995
channel function as naturally as possible. However, we are concerned with plans to riprap the
side slopes and allow them to rcvegctate naturally. We have the following recommendations for
further muutnizing impacts to fisheries and wildlife resources:
l) The use ofriprap should be kept to a minimum so that the now channel does not resemble
a riprap-lined ditch. Instead, nprup should be limited to the outside bends of meanders
where water velocity is the highest. If the DOT insists on placing riprap along the entire
length of tho nuw channel, riprap should only extend to the limit of ordinary high water.
2) Woody vegetation such as a nativo species of willow should be planted along the toe of
the bank on 2.5-foot centers to provide bank stability, shade, nutrient input, and a travel
corridor for wildlife. Planting willow cuttings is relatively inexpensive, and they usually
root quickly. Planting willows along; the new channel will provido benefits to fisheries
and wildlife resources much faster than waiting; for natural revegetation to occur,
especially if trecs must grow through riprap.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. Please contact me
at 704/652-4257 at your convenience and let me know if these recommendations can bo
incorporated into the project design. I will then drag a letter to Mr. Galamb informing him of
our decisions.
cc: Mr. Eric Galamb, DEM

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
P.O. BOX 25201, RALEIGH, N.C. 27611-5201
July 6, 1995
Asheville Regulatory Field Office
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patten Avenue, Room 143
Asheville, North Carolina 28801-5006
ATT: Mr. Steve Chapin
Dear Mr. Chapin:
95-7 2?
R. SAMUEL HUNT III
SECRETARY
RECEIVED
JUL 13-19951
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
BRANCH
SUBJECT: Catawba County, East Side Thoroughfare from US 701701 to North Side
of Interchange at I-40, State Project No. 8.2790901, TIP No.
U-2307AA/2307C
As part of the proposed Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, the first
segment of the project includes a roadway from US 70 to I-40, an interchange
at I-40 (U-2307AA) and a service road (U-2307C) connecting to 15th Avenue
(see enclosed site map). This interchange will require the relocation of
approximately 400 feet of Clarks Creek and the extension (1050 feet) of the
existing 2@10'x10' box culvert up and downstream of I-40. The roadway and
service road also cross tributaries of Clarks Creek which will require the
installation of a 500 foot, 54" reinforced culvert pipe near I-40 and a 320
foot, 42" reinforced culvert pipe along the service road. These activities
will result in 0.80 acres of open water impacts to Clarks Creek and its
tributaries. There are no anticipated wetland impacts associated with this
project.
As requested during the site visit, enclosed is a site map to assist in
identifying the project and the impacts to waters of the U. S. During that
meeting questions were raised concerning the plans for the stream relocation.
Based on discussions with NCDOT personnel, the current plans are to
establish a 5 foot deep meandering stream that is 13 feet wide at the bottom
with 2 to 1 side slopes (see cross section K on plan sheet). The side slopes
will be covered with filter fabric and class I rip rap which has an average
size of 10 inches. Currently there are no plans to install stone within the
new stream or revegetate the stream banks. It is NCDOT's opinion that once
the new stream is cut, stones will naturally fill the stream like the
existing one. The stream banks will be seeded for erosion control and
allowed to revegetate naturally.

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July 6, 1995
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As you are aware, a population of dwarf flower heartleaf was identified
on the C section of the project. Since that meeting NCDOT staff has met with
the USFWS as part of the Section 7 consultation. To mitigate the impacts to
the heartleaf for this project and several others, NCDOT is pursuing
purchasing property that has been identified to contain large populations of
the species. Once this property is purchased, it will be donated to another
agency or group and preserved in perpetuity. This mitigation proposal has
been agreed to by the USFWS.
The impacts to Waters of the US anticipated for this project meet the
conditions of, and are authorized under the Corps of Engineers Nationwide
Permit 26. The impacts are above the limit of headwaters and are less than
an acre in size. NCDOT also requests, by copy of this letter, that the
project be authorized under General Water Quality Certification 2671 by DEM.
Please find enclosed a copy of the permit application, site map and drawing
for the project.
If you have any questions concerning this application please do not
hesitate to call Scott P. Gottfried at 919-733-3141 Ext. 307.
Sincerely,
H. Franklin Vick, P. E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
SG/rfm
Enclosures
cc: District Engineer, COE-Wilmington
Mr. Eric Galamb, DEM
Mr. David Cox, WRC
Ms. Janice Nichols, USFWS
Mr. Kelly Barger, P. E., Project Management Unit
Mr. Don Morton, P. E., Highway Design Branch
Mr. A. L. Hankins, P. E., Hydraulics
Mr. John Smith, P. E., Structure Design
Mr. R. W. Spangler, Division 12 Engineer
NOTIFICATION FORM
INFORMATION SHEET
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification.
A. NOTIFICATION TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS DISTRICT ENGINEER: (REFER TO
ITEM B. BELOW FOR DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT APPLICATION RE-
QUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICALLY NOTE NWP 26 DIFFERENCE.)
Certain nationwide permits require notification to the Corps of Engineers before work can proceed. They are as follows:
NWP 5 (only for discharges of 10 to 25 cubic yards)
NWP 7
NWP 13 (only for stabilization activities in excess of 500 feet in length or greater than an average of one cubic yard
per running foot)
NWP 14 (only for fills in special aquatic sites, including wetlands, and must include a delineation of affected special
aquatic sites)
NWP 17
NWP 18 (required when discharge exceeds 10 cubic yards or the discharge is in a special aquatic site and must include
a delineation of the affected special aquatic site, including wetlands)
NWP 21 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
NWP 26 (only for greater than 1 acre total impacts and must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites,
including wetlands)
NWP 33 (must include a restoration plan of reasonable measures to avoid and minimize impacts to aquatic resources)
NWP 37
NWP 38 (must include a delineation of affected special aquatic sites, including wetlands)
For activities that may be authorized by the above listed nationwide permits that require notification, the
applicant shall not begin work
a. Until notified that the work may proceed under the nationwide permit with any special conditions imposed by
the District Engineer, or
b. If notified that an individual permit may be required, or
c. Unless 30 days (calendar) have passed from the time a complete notification is received by the District Engineer
and no notice has been received from the District Engineer, and required state approvals have been obtained.
Required state approvals include: 1) a Section 401 water quality certification if authorization is requested for a
discharge of dredged or fill material, and 2) an approved coastal zone management consistency determination if
the activity will affect the coastal area.
Use of NWP 12 also requires notification to the District Engineer, but work may not begin until written
concurrence is received from the District Engineer. The time periods described above do not apply.
Furthermore, requirements to notify the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the National Marine
Fisheries Service (NNIFS), and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), as indicated below and on the
notification form, do not apply.
B. APPLICATION TO DEM FOR NATIONWIDE PERMIT SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION.
Certain nationwide permits require an application to DEM in order to obtain Section 401 water quality certification.
They are NWP 6, NWP 12, NWP 15, NWP 16, NWP 17, NWP 21, NWP 33, NWP 34, NWP 38, and NWP 40.
Certain nationwide permits were issued general certifications and require no application. They are NWP 3, NWP 4,
NWP 5, NWP 7, NWP 20, NWP 22, NWP 23 (requires notification to DEM), NWP 25, NWP 27, NWP 32, NWP 36,
and NWP 37.
The following nationwide permits were issued general certifications for only limited activities: NWP 13 (for projects
less than 500 feet in length), NWP 14 (for projects that impact waters only), NWP 18 (for projects with less than 10
cubic yards of fill in waters only), and NWP 26 (for projects with less than or equal to one-third acre fill of waters or
wetlands). Projects that do not meet these criteria require application for Section 401 water quality certifications.

C. NOTIFICATION/APPLICATION PROCEDURES.
The attached form should be used to obtain approval from the Corps of Engineers and/or the N.C. Division of
Environmental Management as specified above. The permince should make sure that all necessary information is
provided in order to avoid delays. One copy of the completed form is required by the Corps of Engineers and seven
copies are required by DEM. Plans and maps must be on 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper.
Endangered species requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service and/or the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the presence of endangered species that may
be affected by the *proposed project.
U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
RALEIGH FIELD OFFICE
P.O. Box 33726-? =
Raleigh, NC .27636-3726
Telephone [phone]
NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE
HABITAT CONSERVATION DIVISION
Pivers Island
Beaufort, NC 28516
Telephone [phone]
Historic resources requirement: For Corps of Engineers notifications only, applicants must notify the State Historic
Preservation Office regarding the presence of historic properties that may be affected by the proposed project.
STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE
N.C. DIVISION OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY
109 East Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Telephone [phone]
Information obtained from these agencies should be forwarded to the Corps.
DEM ID: ACTION ID:
Nationwide Permit Requested (Provide Nationwide Permit #):
JOINT FORM FOR
Nationwide permits that require notification to the Corps of Engineers
Nationwide permits that require application for Section 401 certification
WILMINGTON DISTRICT ENGINEER
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
P.O. Box 1890 -tWilmington, NC 28402-1890
ATTN: CESAW CO-E
Telephone [phone]
WATER QUALITY PLANNING
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
NC DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P.O. Bo?: 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
ATTN: MR..70HN DORNEY
Telephone. [phone]
ONE (1) COPY OF THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS.
SEVEN (7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
PLEASE PRINT.
1. Owners Name: North Carolina Department of Transportation; Planning &-Environmental Branch
2. Owners Address: P. 0. Box 25201; Raleigh, NC 27611
3. Owners Phone Number (Home): --- (Work): [phone]
4. If Applicable: Agent's name or responsible corporate official, address,.phone number.
H. Franklin Vick, P.E.
Manager
5. Location of work (MUST ATTACH MAP). County:
Catawba
Nearest Town or City: Hickory
Specific Location (Include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): Interchange with I-40 between I-40 and
US 70/321 (U-2307AA). Service road (15th Ave.) behind SAMS Store off US 70/321 (U 2307C).
6. Name of Closest Stream/River: Clarks Creek at I-40 Interchange
7. River Basin: Clarks Creek
8. Is this project located in a watershed classified as Trout, SA, HQW, ORW, WS I, or WS II? YES [ ] NO [X]
9. Have any Section 404 permits been previously requested for use on this property? YES [X ] NO [ ]
Ifyes,explain. NWP 26 was applied for in 5/95; however, additional impacts were identified
wring a site visit with the CUE an N/A
10. Estimated total number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, located on project site:
11. Number of acres of waters of the U.S., including wetlands, impacted by the proposed project:
Filled:
0.80 acre
Drained:
Flooded:
Excavated:
0.80 acre
Total Impacted:

12. Description of proposed work (Attach PLANS-8 12" X 11" drawings only): Relocation of approximately
400' of Clarks Creek and extension of the existing 2 @ 11' x 10' box culvert up and
down stream under I-40. Installing culvert pipes in two tributarites of Clarks Creek.
13. Purpose of proposed work: New highway on new location. Hickory-East side thoroughfare
from US 70/321 to north side of Interchange at I-40 and a service road connecting to
t venue.
14. State reasons why the applicant believes that this activity must be carried out in wetlands. Also, note measures
taken to minimize wetland impacts. See enclosed cover letter
15. You are required to contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and/or National Marine Fisheries Service
(NMFS) regarding the presence or any Federally listed orproposed for listing endangered or threatened species or critical
habitat in the permit area that may be affected by the proposed project. Have you done so? YES [X ] NO ( ]
RESPONSES FROM THE USFWS AND/OR NMFS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
16. You are required to contact the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) regarding the presence of historic
properties in the permit area which may be affected by the proposed project? Have you done so? YES [X ] NO [ ]
RESPONSE FROM THE SHPO SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPS.
17. Additional information required by DEM:
A. Wetland delineation map showing all wetlands, streams, and lakes on the property.
B. If available, representative photograph of wetlands to be impacted by project.
C. If delineation was performed by a consultant, include all data sheets relevant to the placement of the
delineation line.
D. If a stormwater management plan is required for this project, attach copy.
E. What is land use of surrounding property? Commercial/Residential
F. If applicable, what is proposed method of sewage disposal? N/A
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Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
512 North Salisbury Street * Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor February 12, 1993 Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
MEMORANDUM
Tc: Melba McGee
Through: John Dornei6 %
Monica Swihatrtt
From: Eric Galamb ?If
Subject: Final EIS Hickory East Side Thoroughfare
Catawba County
State Project DOT No. 8.2790901, TIP #U-2307•
EHNR # 93-0612, DEM WO # 8146
The subject document has been reviewed by this office. The Division of
Environmental Management is responsible for the issuance of the Section 401 Water
Quality Certification for activities which may impact waters of the state including
wetlands. There are no additional comments.
Questions regarding the 401 Certification should be directed to Eric Galamb in DEM's
Water Quality Planning Branch.
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P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone] Fax # [phone]
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? Project located in 7th floor library
Division of Planning and Assessment
Project Review Form
Project Number: County: Date: Date Response Due (firm deadline):
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This project is being reviewed as indicated below:
Regional Office/Phone Regional Office Area In-House Review
? Asheville ? All R/O Areas ? Soil and Water ? Marine Fisheries
? Fayetteville ? Air ? Coastal Management ? Water Planning

? Mooresville ? Water ? Water Resources ? Environmental Health
?Groundwater Wildlife
? Solid Waste Management
? Raleigh ? Land Quality Engineer Forest Resources ? Radiation Protection
? Washington ? Recreational Consultant ? Land Resources ? David Foster

? Wilmington ?Coastal Management Consultant ?Parks and Recreation ?Other (specify)
? Others Environmental Management
?WinstonSalem

`JAN 28 1993
Manager Sign-Off/Region:
WATER QUALIT Date:
Y In-House Reviewer/Agency:
SECTION
Response (check all applicable)
Regional Office response to be compiled and completed by Regional Manager
? No objection to project as proposed
? No Comment
? Insufficient information to complete review
? Approve
? Permit(s) needed (permit files have been checked)
? Recommended for further development with recommendations for
strengthening (comments attached)
? Recommended for further development if specific & substantive
changes incorporated by funding agency (comments
attachedlauthority(ies) cited)
In-House Reviewer complete individual response.
? Not recommended for further development for reasons
stated in attached comments (authority(ies) cited)
?Applicant has been contacted
?Applicant has not been contacted
? Project Controversial (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement needed (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement not needed
? Full EIS must be required under the provisions of
NEPA and SEPA
? Other (specify and attach comments)
RLiURN TO:
Melba McGee
FHWA-NC-EIS-92-02-F
Federal Highway Administration
Region 4

HICKORY EAST SIDE THOROUGHFARE
FROM NC 127 TO STARTOWN ROAD
HICKORY, CATAWBA COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
Federal Aid Project No. M-5621(1)
State Project No. 8.2790901
T.I.P. No. U-2307
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
Submitted Pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(c)
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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North Carolina Department of Transportation
Date of Approval Nich L. G?ta , PE, Division Administrator
Federal Highway Administration
The following persons may be contacted for additional information concerning this document:
Mr. Nicholas L. Graf, PE L.J. Ward, P.E., Manager
Division Administrator Planning & Environmental Branch
Federal Highway Administration North Carolina Department of Transportation
310 New Bern Ave, Suite 410 P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
Telephone [phone] Telephone [phone]
This action involves construction of the East Side Thoroughfare, an arterial highway link in east
Hickory, North Carolina. The arterial provides a connection from NC 127 through I-40 to US 70.
This Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) presents the preferred alternative selected based
on the findings of the Draft EIS as well as agency comments and public input obtained at the
Corridor Public Hearing. The Draft EIS was published in January 1992. The Public Hearing was
held February 25, 1992. Comments were accepted through April 13, 1992. All comments and public
input received subsequent to publication of the Draft EIS are included in this document.
This Final EIS is an abbreviated document which presents only those sections of the Draft EIS which
required modification or clarification. The Draft EIS is incorporated into this Final EIS by reference.

FHWA-NC-EIS-92-02-D
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT
FOR
HICKORY EAST SIDE THOROUGHFARE
FROM NC 127 TO STARTOWN ROAD
HICKORY, CATAWBA COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
STATE PROJECT NO. 8.2790901
FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. M-5621-(1)
TIP NO. U-2307
PREPARED FOR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PREPARED BY
RUMMEL • KLEPPER & KAHL C)
CONSULTING ENGINEERS D / J
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA

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PREFACE
This document is the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Hickory East Side
Thoroughfare. The Final EIS has been prepared in accordance with Federal Highway Administration
Technical Advisory T6640.8A, Section VI-C, as an abbreviated Final EIS. As such, only those
sections of the Draft EIS that required modification or clarification are presented in the Final EIS.
Therefore, the Draft EIS is incorporated into the Final EIS by reference.
The abbreviated Final EIS is divided into six sections and two Appendices. The first section
identifies those portions of the Draft EIS that have been revised or expanded. Entire paragraphs
and/or portions of tables from the Draft EIS are presented in this section, as appropriate, and the new
or revised information has been underlined for clarity. Material which has been deleted from the
Draft EIS will not appear in the revised text or table. Page and paragraph references are provided
to assist the reader. Revised Exhibits are presented in Appendix A.
The second section of the Final EIS identifies the preferred alternative for the proposed project. This
section includes the justification for the selection of the preferred alternative along with reasons for
the elimination of the other alternatives. Sections three and four detail the wetlands and floodplain
findings, respectively, for the preferred alternative.
Mitigation measures for impacts associated with the preferred alternative are addressed in the fifth
section of the Final EIS. These mitigation measures are compiled from Section IV of the Draft EIS
and from agency correspondence received throughout the study process.
Public and agency involvement is addressed in the sixth section of the Final EIS. Information
concerning the Corridor Public Hearing is presented along with summaries of verbal and written
public comments regarding the Draft EIS. In addition, each of the comments made by the various
federal, state, and local agencies and officials concerning the Draft EIS are provided with specific
responses. Copies of all agency correspondence are provided in the Appendix B to this document.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PREFACE i
Table of Contents ii
1.0 ERRATA INFORMATION 1
2.0 PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE 10
3.0 WETLANDS - ONLY PRACTICABLE ALTERNATIVE FINDING 16
4.0 FLOODPLAINS FINDING 18
5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 19
6.0 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND AGENCY COORDINATION 22
APPENDICES:
APPENDIX A PREFERRED CORRIDOR LOCATION
APPENDIX B AGENCY CORRESPONDENCE
LIST OF EXHIBITS
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Exhibit 1.2-2 Portion of Hickory-Newton-Conover Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan 3
Exhibit 2.1 General Corridor Locations 12
Exhibit 2.2 Typical Sections 13
Exhibit 2.3 Preferred Corridor Location Appendix A
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1.0 ERRATA INFORMATION
• Cover page: northern project terminus is NC 127.
• Page S-1, third paragraph:
During this corridor location stage of the highway planning process, the corridors under
consideration are approximately 400 feet in width. Corridor Segment B is widened to approximately
700 feet between I-40 and Startown Road to provide an adequate area for an improved skew at the
intersection with US 70, Corridor Segments C and D are widened to approximately 1100 feet
between Springs Road and Spencer Road to provide flexibility in location through this intensely
developed area. A preliminary centerline was established for assessing environmental impacts and
for planning purposes only. The final proposed centerline may be shifted to one side or the other
depending upon design criteria or the need to mitigate potential impacts and will be established
during the preliminary design stage.
• Page S-4, footnote J should read "Individual rankings were summed to determine an overall
ranking".
• Page iii, "4.21 Construction Impacts" portion of Table of Contents:
4.21 Construction Impacts 4-44
4.21.1 Noise
4.21.2 Air Quality
4.21.3 Water Quality
4.21.4 Traffic Congestion and Detours
4.21.5 Utilities
4.21.6 Forest Resources
4.21.7 Public Health and Safety
4.21.8 Wetlands
• Page 1-7, exhibit 1.2-2, legend is revised to differentiate between existing and proposed freeways,
as provided herein.
- Page 2-8, second paragraph:
The corridors under consideration during the EIS phase of the highway planning process are
approximately 400 feet wide. Corridor Segment B is widened to approximately 700 feet between I-
40 and Startown Road to provide an adeauate area for an improved skew at the intersection with US
70, Corridor Segments C and D are widened to approximately 1100 feet between Springs Road and
Spencer Road to provide flexibility in location through this intensely developed area. Preliminary
functional plans were developed for evaluating the feasibility of the corridor locations and assessing
impacts and potential mitigation only. The final alignment and construction limits will be established
during the preliminary design phase of the project. The final alignment may be shifted within the
corridor depending upon design criteria or the need for mitigation of impacts.
- Page 2-9, the inside shoulder width for the grassed ditch median should be 10' rather than 12'.
- Page 3-34, first paragraph:
Lake Hickory is an artificial lake created by the construction of the Oxford Dam which
impounds the Catawba River, a part of the Santee-Cooper River System. The water quality
classification of Lake Hickory and the Catawba River is WSIII & B meaning they can be used for
water supply with approved treatment and for body contact recreation (Lake Hickory is the sole
water source for the City of Hickory and Town of Longview). Falling Creek and Snow Creek drain
north through the project area into Lake Hickory. Lyle Creek, Miller Branch, Clarks Creek, and
Herman Branch drain southeast and southwest through the Catawba River Basin. The water quality
classification of all watercourses is C which means they are suitable for fish and wildlife propagation
as well as boating and other water activities.
- Page 3-45, third full paragraph:
The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 require transportation vroiects to conform with State
Implementation Plans for air auality The Hickory East Side Thoroughfare is located in Catawba
County which is in the Eastern Mountain Air Quality Control Region. Ambient air quality in the
county meets all National Ambient Air Quality Standards, according to 1988 Ambient Air Quality
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Re r published by the NC Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources in February
1990. Catawba County is classified as an air quality attainment area in the State Implementation Plan
(SIP). Since the SIP does not contain any transportation control measures for the project area, the
conformity procedures of 23 CFR 770 do not apply.
• Page 3-48, first paragraph:
The project area was surveyed to evaluate potential locations of hazardous substances and/or
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waste sites. All potential locations and businesses located in the project corridors were compared to
file listings maintained by the Superfund Branch of the North Carolina Department of Human
Resources, Division of Health Management Services, Solid Waste Management Section, including the
EPA WASTELAN (CERCLIS-ERRIS) SITES listing and WASTELAN PREREMEDIAL REPORT.
The corridors were developed to avoid impacts to businesses and the few businesses located within
the corridor boundaries are not listed in the State files. In addition, local public officials were
contacted to identify unlisted potential hazardous substances and/or wastes in the project area, and
the general public was asked to provide information on the project area during public meetings.
Local officials contacted include the director of public works, the fire chief, the director of planning
for the City of Hickory, and the planning director for Catawba County. No hazardous waste sites
were identified based on the noted contacts.
• Page 4-1, third paragraph:
As noted in Section 3.1.2 of this document, the area between Tate Boulevard and I-40 is zoned
for industrial uses but currently developed as residential. A transition in land use has been occurring
in this area as the industrial area expands. This trend can be expected to accelerate if the proposed
roadway is implemented because the improved access provided by the roadway will increase the
demand for industrially zoned land. Similarly, the proposed roadway can be expected to accelerate
land development throughout the project area as a result of the improved access that the roadway
would provide. The potential exists for accelerated urban development. particularly in those areas
presently zoned commercial(in the vicinity of Springs Road Sweetwater Road and US 70)
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- Page 4-7, Table 4.4, the total relocations for Alternative 1 should have been 52 rather than 32.
This relocation count has been revised to include four additional residences and four additional
businesses for a total of 60 relocatees.
- Page 4-24, second paragraph:
The results of the noise barrier analysis indicate that only two of the nine barriers could
potentially be effective for reducing adverse noise impacts, Barriers 5 and 8. All barrier designs and
evaluations are based on "worst-case" analysis (level terrain, no shielding). The need for and
feasibility of noise barriers 5 and 8 will be reevaluated during the final design phase of the project
based on final alignment and grades, as well as cut and fill locations. Other noise abatement measures
such as truck restrictions and reduced speed limits will be considered where barriers are not effective.
A final decision on implementing noise abatement measures will be made upon completion of the
final project design and public involvement process.
- Page 4-30, third paragraph:
Water quality impacts will be minimized through the use of NCDOT Best Management
Practices to control non-point source pollution. Most of each alternative under consideration for the
Hickory East Side Thoroughfare will utilize a 5-lane typical roadway section with curb and gutter.
A 4-lane typical roadway section which includes partial grass shoulders is proposed where feasible
in consideration of property access requirements and impacts. The grassed shoulders and slopes will
filter stormwater runoff before it reaches the streams. Other possible techniques to reduce water
quality impacts include the use of grass drainage swales to the maximum extent feasible in
consideration of grade limitations and the use of stone lined ditches in lieu of concrete lining to
promote runoff infiltration where grass swales are not feasible. Special holding basins are an option
for containment of hazardous spills. These techniques will be considered during the design phase of
the proposed project.
- Page 4-32, last paragraph, replace the term "significant" with the term "serious".
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Some modification of water bodies in the project area will be necessary to accommodate the
proposed roadway improvements, the extent of which is dependent on the Alternative which is
selected. Potential impacts, summarized by Alternative in Table 4.16, involve the crossing of streams,
relocation of stream channels, and filling of ponds. Stream crossings which involve watercourses with
drainage areas less than 0.5 square mile will utilize pipe culverts, as indicated in Table 4.16.
Crossings which involve streams with drainage areas greater than 0.5 square mile will be accomplished
through the extension of existing I-40 culverts, construction of new culverts, and replacement of
existing bridges with culverts. Culverts will be buried a minimum of 12 inches into the stream
bottom so that fish passage is not blocked Normal upstream erosion and deposition within the
depressed culvert area will recreate the lost streambottom habitat. providing attachment areas for
aquatic insects and other organisms. All fill will be placed in accordance with NCDOT Best
Management Practices.
• Page 4-35, second paragraph:
Stream relocations will be coordinated with the US Fish & Wildlife Service after selection of
the preferred alternative and will be designed in accordance with NCDOT Best Management
Practices. The new channel will be designed with a cross-section. gradient. substrate. and sinuosity
similar to the existing channel New channel banks will be stabilized immediately with appropriate
vegetative cover and will be planted with desirable tree and shrub species to provide replacement
habitat, Filling of the existing stream channel will be minimized. leaving the remainder of the stream
as a backwater area.
• Page 4-38, add new paragraph after the first full paragraph:
There is no flooding risk associated with implementation of the preferred alternative.
Proposed culverts will be designed to convey the 100 year storm without exceeding the established
FEMA floodway elevation.
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Impacts on natural and beneficial floodplain values are minimal. Placement of fill in
floodplain areas has been minimized by locating stream crossings at narrow floodplain locations. Box
culverts at stream/floodplain crossings will allow the natural movement of wildlife species.
Although the proposed roadway improvements may support accelerated urban development
along the project route, the proposed roadway will not support or encourage base floodplain
development. Local jurisdictional development regulations limit development in floodplain areas.
Measures to minimize floodplain impacts include the utilization of existing roadway location
to the extent practicable, the design of perpendicular stream crossings to minimize fill placement in
floodplain areas, and the sizing of culverts to maintain established floodway elevations.
Measures to preserve natural and beneficial floodplain values include minimizing the
placement of fill in floodplain areas, placing culverts in existing stream locations to minimize inlet
and outlet channel disturbance, and designing box culverts to permit wildlife movement.
• Page 4-38, second full paragraph:
Early coordination with the US Army Corps of Engineers indicates that permits will be
required for all wetland encroachments and watercourse crossings under the authority of Section 404
(b) of the Clean Water Act (33 USC 1344). Nationwide Permit (NWP) 14 covers minor road crossings.
This permit is not applicable in situations where multiple crossings of the same tributary are involved.
NWP 26 covers impacts of less than one acre above headwaters. NCDOT has a General Permit issued
by the US Army Corps of Engineers for bridges that would apply to proposed bridge construction.
An individual Section 404 permit will be required for activities which are not covered by nationwide
permits. A Public Discharge Notice (PDN) may be required if impacts to "above headwater"
watercourses and wetlands exceed one acre. Written concurrence of 401 Water Quality Certification
may be required for this aroiect.
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• Page 4-42, first paragraph:
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Fourteen sites with underground storage tanks were identified in the project area as discussed
in Section 3.3.12 of this document and shown on Exhibit 3.6. Of these fourteen sites with
underground storage tanks, six are located within corridor boundaries. Table 4.18 presents a
summary of the potential for underground storage tank involvement, ranging from 1 site (4 individual
tanks) under Alternative 10 to 4 sites (13 individual tanks) under Alternative 1. Underground storage
tank sites will be avoided to the extent practicable during the design phase of the project. Where sites
can not be avoided, testing and removal will be required in accordance with 40 CFR Part 280 and
15A NCAC 2 2(n) Any required site remediation will be accomplished in accordance with NC
DEHNR "Guidelines for Remediation of Soil Contaminated by Petroleum" The potential for soil or
groundwater contamination exists when any underground storage tank is over 10 years old, especially
if it is not protected against corrosion. Of the six sites located within the corridor boundaries, three
involve underground storage tanks which are over 10 years old. These older sites represent as many
as 5 individual tanks over 10 years in age which could be involved depending on the Alternative
selected.
• Page 4-44, last paragraph:
The temporary impacts associated with construction activities are limited in duration to the
actual construction period and immediate vicinity of the work in progress. Noise, air quality, water
quality, traffic congestion and detours, utilities, forest resources. public health and safety, and
wetland impacts are discussed in the following su sections.
• Page 4-45, fourth paragraph:
All motorized equipment should comply with and be maintained for applicable exhaust
emission standards. If vegetation is disposed of by open burning, it must be done so in accordance
with North Carolina Onen Burning Regulation (15A NCAC 213.0520) and other applicable local laws
and regulations.
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- Page 4-45, last paragraph:
Potential short term water quality impacts involve increased sediment loading during
construction, especially at stream crossings. Heavy equipment will not be operated in live stream
channels. An erosion control schedule, including a detailed analysis of proposed construction
sequences and erosion/sediment control measures, will be implemented in accordance with NCDOT
standard practices. Temporary around cover will be placed on bare surfaces as soon as construction
is complete Permanent vegetation will be established in these same areas within 15 days of proiect
completion as soon as practical in accordance with NCDOT specifications and Best Management
Practices.
- Page 4-47, first partial paragraph:
Demolition and construction debris shall be disposed of in a properly permitted landfill. Recycling
of approoriate materials is encouraged when practicable. The burning of asbestos materials is
prohibited under 15 NCAC 2D.0525.
- Page 4-47, create new subsection and title:
4.21.8 Wetlands
Wetland areas will not be utilized as disposal areas for excavated spoil materials. as source
areas for borrow materials nor as staging areas for equipment or storage of construction materials.
- Page 4-51, footnote J should read:
Individual rankings were summed to determine an overall ranking.
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2.0 PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE
Alternatives considered for the proposed East Side Thoroughfare included No Build
Alternative, a Transportation Systems Management (TSM) Alternative, and ten Build Alternatives.
The No Build and TSM Alternatives are described and discussed in Sections 2.1 and 2.2 of the Draft
EIS. Both were determined not to be a satisfactory solution in consideration of the project purpose
and needs; however, the No Build Alternative was retained to provide a basis for evaluating impacts
of the Build Alternatives. The Build Alternatives are described and discussed in Section 2.3 of the
Draft EIS, including the identification and evaluation of preliminary alternative locations. Of the
ten preliminary locations, Alternatives 2 and 6 were determined not to be reasonable and feasible
based on adverse community impacts and inconsistency with local transportation plans. Eight Build
Alternatives were retained for detail study and analysis.
Build Alternative 1 has been selected as the Preferred Alternative for the implementation
of the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare based on the detail information and analyses presented in the
Draft EIS, public comments received during the Corridor Public Hearing, and written review
comments from the various federal, state, and local agencies and officials. Although all of the Build
Alternatives involve similar environmental impacts, Alternative 1 is determined to provide the
greatest benefit with the least impact as shown in the "Comparison Ranking of Build Alternatives"
(Table 5.2, page S-4, Draft EIS).
The Preferred Alternative follows the location identified in the NCDOT Transportation
Improvement Program and on the Hickory-Newton-Conover Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan. It is
comprised of two parts as shown on Exhibit 2.1, with Corridor Segment A providing the northern
portion of the project and Segment B providing the southern portion. Exhibit 2.1 also shows the
other corridors considered for the project. Details of the Preferred Alternative location, including
proposed improvements, are described below. Typical roadway sections are shown on Exhibit 2.2.
Exhibits 2.3-1 through 2.3-8 (Appendix A) show the location of the Preferred Alternative is shown
on 1" = 400' aerial photography.
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Corridor Segment A begins at NC 127, extends eastward along existing 29th Avenue and 24th
Street, crossing Falling Creek and Snow Creek along this route, then crosses Springs Road, and
extends on new location to a point approximately 1100' south of Springs Road. Direct access between
the roadway and adjacent properties will be allowed along this portion of the project. Corridor
Segment B begins at the point where Corridor Segment A terminates, approximately 1100' south of
Springs Road, then extends southward on new location to the intersection of Startown Road and US
70. The corridor crosses two streams, Clarks Creek and Lyle Creek, and involves the relocation of
approximately 300'of Clarks Creek at I-40. This location involves crossing under the Southern
Railroad tracks and Highland Avenue via a new railroad bridge and a new roadway bridge. It also
includes an interchange at I-40. Access between adjacent properties and the new roadway will be
limited to the I-40 interchange and at-grade road intersections along this portion of the project.
Three typical roadway sections were evaluated for the project as described in Section 2.4 of
the Draft EIS. The northern portion of the project, Segment A, will utilize the 5-lane section with
curb and gutter. The southern portion of the project, Segment B, will utilize a 4-lane divided section
with a 30' raised grass median. This 4-lane section represents a compromise between the 60' grass
ditch median and the 24' raised grass median evaluated in the Draft EIS. Ongoing evaluations
subsequent to the publication of the draft document indicate the 60' grass ditch median width would
have caused inefficient turning movements in the vicinity of the at-grade intersections, reducing
roadway capacity and safety. For this reason, the median width has been reduced to 30 feet. The
30' median is raised rather than ditched due to difficulties in establishing positive drainage within
the more narrow median width. Use of the 30' median will reduce the impact of right-of-way
requirements on adjacent properties in addition to increasing safety.
Major advantages contributing to the selection of the Preferred Alternative are as follows:
• Highest User Benefits including traffic utilization, net user savings, and benefit/cost ratio
• Smallest area of required right-of-way
• Lowest total cost estimate (combined right-of-way, utilities, and construction)
• Short length of stream relocation (only 220 feet)
• Smallest area of prime and important farmlands and forest lands
• Location shown on the Hickory-Newton-Conover Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan and
preferred by the City of Hickory
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eliminated because Alternative 1 provides the greatest benefit with the least impact. Major
disadvantages of these other seven Alternatives, in comparison to Alternative 1, are listed below.
Alternative 3 (ranked third overall):
• Does not address traffic needs along 29th Avenue Drive
• Total cost is $4.5 million higher than Alternative 1
• Long length of stream relocation (over 2000 feet)
• Highest number of noise impacts
Alternative 4 (ranked second overall):
• Does not address traffic needs along 29th Avenue Drive
• Total cost is $ 0.8 million higher than Alternative 1
• Large acreage of ponds affected
• Long length of stream relocation (over 2000 feet)
• Twice the acreage of forest land as Alternative 1
• High number of noise impacts
Alternative 5 (ranked fourth overall):
• Total cost is $10.7 million higher than Alternative 1
• High number of residential and business relocations
• Twice the area of prime and important farmlands as Alternative 1
• High number of noise impacts
Alternative 7 (ranked lowest overall):
• Low overall user benefits (traffic utilization, net user savings, and benefit/cost ratio)
• Does not address the traffic needs of 29th Avenue Drive
• Low net user savings and benefit/cost ratio
• Total cost is $15.3 million higher than Alternative 1
• Highest number of residential relocations
• Long length of stream relocation (over 2000 feet)
• Twice the area of prime and important farmlands and forest lands as Alternative 1
• High number of noise impacts
Alternative 8 (ranked seventh overall):
' Lowest overall user benefits (traffic utilization, net user savings, and benefit/cost ratio)
• Does not address the traffic needs of 29th Avenue Drive
• Largest area of required right-of-way
• Total cost is $12.4 million higher than Alternative 1
• Highest acreage of prime and important farmland
• More than twice the acreage of forest lands as Alternative 1
Alternative 9 (ranked sixth overall):
• Low traffic utilization and benefit/cost ratio
• Does not address the traffic needs of 29th Avenue Drive
• Total cost is $15.1 million higher than Alternative 1
• High number of residential relocations
• Large area of required right-of-way
• Longest length of stream relocation (2490 feet)
• Twice the acreage of prime and important farmlands and forest lands as Alternative 1
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Alternative 10 (ranked fifth overall):
• Low overall user benefits (traffic utilization, net user savings, and benefit/cost ratio)
• Does not address the traffic needs of 29th Avenue Drive
• Large area of required right-of-way
• Total cost is $12.7 million higher than Alternative 1
• Largest acreage of ponds impacted
• Long length of stream relocation (over 2000 feet)
• Highest acreage of forest lands
• Twice the acreage of prime and important farmland as Alternative 1
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3.0 WETLANDS - ONLY PRACTICABLE ALTERNATIVE FINDING
The proposed Build Alternatives for the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare have been evaluated
for potential impacts on wetland areas in accordance with Executive Order 11900, "Protection of
Wetlands", as documented in the Draft EIS. Wetland determinations were made in March of 1990,
using 1989 Federal Manual for Identification and Delineation of Jurisdictional Wetlands and the US
Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation forms. On August 17, 1991, the 1992 Energy and
Water Development Appropriations Act became law and invalidated jurisdictional determinations
made pursuant to the 1989 manual. Since this action has not been finalized, the delineated wetland
areas must be reviewed utilizing the 1987 "Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual" and
could change.
The 1989 methodology involves a three parameter approach using vegetation, soils, and
hydrology. The hydrophitic indicator status of plant species was determined using Wetland Plants
of the State of North Carolina (Reed, 1986). Soil types were determined based on field investigations
and information available in the Soil Survey of Catawba County. North Carolina (Brewer, 1975).
Hydrology was determined from physiological characteristics observed in the project area.
Based on the information obtained during the field survey, there are two jurisdictional
wetland areas (Wetland 1 and Wetland 2) located within the corridor of the Preferred Alternative.
Both are typical bottomland hardwood forests as described in Section 3.3.3 of the Draft EIS. Wetland
I is 2.35 acres in size, with 1.74 acres located within the project corridor. It has undergone selective
harvesting of canopy trees and has been impacted by the installation of a sewer line. Wetland 2 is
0.37 acres in size. It is located adjacent to a large area which has recently been cleared and was
undergoing filling with soil at the time of the field investigation. The location of Wetland 1 is shown
on Exhibits 2.3-3 and 2.3-4, while the location of Wetland 2 is shown on Exhibits 2.3-6 and 2.3-7
(Appendix A).
Executive Order 11990 (23 CFR 771.125(a)(1)) states that federal agencies shall avoid direct
or indirect support of new construction in wetlands where there is a practicable alternative. It is
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anticipated this project will impact a total of 0.72 acres of wetland. There is no practicable
alternative to this wetland taking. Wetland 1 is located directly adjacent to existing 29th Avenue
Drive which is to be widened under the Preferred Alternative. The proposed improvement will be
located on the north side of the existing road to minimize impacts to this wetland, reducing the area
of encroachment by 80 percent from 1.74 acres to 0.35 acres. Wetland 2 cannot be avoided due to
topographic constraints including steep terrain and existing residential, commercial and industrial
development.
Potential short-term impacts to the wetlands involve sediment loading during construction.
These impacts will be minimized through the implementation of a Sediment Control Plan in
accordance with NCDOT standard practices. NCDOT Best Management Practices (BMP's) will be
utilized to further minimize potential wetland impacts. BMP's include restriction of fill in drainage
areas, reduction of side slopes in wetlands, minimization of canopy removal, and elimination of
staging areas in lowlands.
The potential for mitigation of wetland losses was evaluated in the Draft EIS. No specific
mitigation sites are identified; however, first consideration will be given to sites within the highway
right-of-way such as the low-lying area within the proposed I-40 interchange. A disturbed area such
as this could be graded and planted with bottomland hardwood species without impacting an existing
natural forest area.
Comments on the Draft EIS from permitting agencies are favorable for Alternative I which
has been selected as the preferred alternative. No problems are anticipated in obtaining the required
permits for this alternative; therefore, no further consultation is required at this time. It is
anticipated that the Above Headwaters Nationwide Section 404 Permit provisions of 33 CFR
330.5(a)(26) are applicable and the provisions of 330.5(b) and 330.6 will be followed. If required,
permit applications will be submitted during the final design and construction plan preparation phase
of the project.
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4.0 FLOODPLAINS FINDING
A floodplain evaluation was conducted for the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare in accordance

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with Executive Order 11988 "Floodplain Management" and FHPM 6-7-3-2 "Location and Hydraulic
Design of Encroachments of Floodplains" to determine if encroachment would occur with
implementation of any of the Build Alternatives. Minimum standards established by the Federal
Insurance Administration (FIA) limit increases in flood heights to 1.0 foot provided that hazardous
velocities are not produced. Any modification to floodplain elevations or limits must be coordinated
and approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
The floodplain evaluation is based on the results of the flood insurance studies for Catawba
County and the City of Hickory, published by FEMA in March 1980 and February 1981,
respectively. These studies established and mapped the 100-year flood boundaries. The area of 100-
year flood is divided into a floodway and a floodway fringe. The floodway is the channel of a steam
plus any adjacent floodplain areas that must be kept free of encroachment in order that the 100-
year flood may be carried without substantial increases in flood heights. The floodway fringe is that
portion of the floodplain that could be completely obstructed without increasing the water surface
elevation above the published FEMA floodway elevation.
The preferred alternative will cross six streams and their associated tributaries. The smaller
tributaries and upper reaches of the main streams have well defined channels and minimal or no
floodplain development as shown on Exhibits 2.3-1 through 2.3-8 (Appendix A). More extensive
floodplain development is defined along Falling Creek, Snow Creek, Lyle Creek, and Clarks Creek.
All stream crossings will involve the use of culverts. An analysis of the hydraulics at major
stream crossings was conducted to determine the minimum structure sizes required to ensure
compliance with the FIA standards. Major streams are defined as those having a watershed of 0.5
square mile or larger. Culvert sizes were determined in accordance with the North Carolina
Handbook of Drainage Design for Highway Surface Drainage Structures. No adverse impacts to flood
elevations are expected. The potential for longitudinal floodplain encroachments was also evaluated.
No significant floodplain encroachments were identified based on preliminary functional designs.
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5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES
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The following mitigation measures are identified throughout Section 4.0 of the Draft EIS and
agency correspondence received during the EIS study process.
• NCDOT will provide relocation assistance to residences and businesses displaced during
acquisition of right-of-way in accordance with the Federal Uniform Relocation Assistance
and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646), and the North
Carolina Relocation Assistance Act (GS-133-5 through 133-18).
• NCDOT will minimize long-term water quality impacts through the use of NCDOT Best
Management Practices as identified in the Federal Aid Highway Program (FHPM) and North
Carolina Administrative Code, Chapter 4, including:
Grass drainage swales will be utilized to the maximum extent feasible and stone lined
ditches will be utilized in lieu of concrete lined channels where grass swales are not
feasible.
Culverts, utilized at all stream crossings, will be buried a minimum of 12 inches so
fish passage is not restricted and sediment will be allowed to accumulate in the culvert
to replace lost streambottom.
Stream relocations will be coordinated with the US Fish & Wildlife Service and will
be designed in accordance with NCDOT Best Management Practices, including a new
channel with similar cross-section, gradient, substrate, and sinuosity. New channel
banks will be stabilized immediately with appropriate vegetative cover and will be
planted with desirable tree and shrub species to provide replacement habitat. Filling
of the existing stream channel will be minimized, leaving the remainder of the stream
as a backwater area, and fill will be placed in accordance with NCDOT Best
Management Practices
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Wetland delineations may be reviewed during the design phase of the project utilizing the
appropriate "Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual". NCDOT will minimize
wetland infringement through the judicious development of the roadway alignment during
the final design phase of the project, including locating the proposed roadway improvement
on the north side of 29th Avenue in the vicinity of Wetland 1. Any wetland impact mitigation
measures will be developed in consultation with the US Army Corps of Engineers and will
include the use of NCDOT Best Management Practices in the area of impact.
NCDOT will identify specific permit requirements during the preliminary design phase of
the project. Permit applications will be submitted during the final design and construction
plan preparation phase.
• Underground storage tank sites will be avoided to the extent practicable during the design
phase of the project. Where sites can not be avoided, testing and removal will be required
in accordance with 40 CFR Part 280 and 15A NCAC 2.2(n). Any required site remediation
will be accomplished in accordance with NC DEHNR "Guidelines for Remediation of Soil
Contaminated by Petroleum".
• NCDOT will implement measures to reduce localized degradation of air quality during
construction. Burning of debris will be done in accordance with North Carolina Open
Burning Regulation (15A NCAC 2D.0520) and local laws and regulations.
• NCDOT will implement an erosion control program in accordance with standard policy to
minimize water quality impacts during construction. Temporary or permanent ground cover
will be placed on bare surfaces as soon as construction is complete. Permanent vegetation will
be established in these same areas within 15 days after construction activity is complete.
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• NCDOT will ensure coordination with appropriate state and local officials during utility
relocation phase of construction.
• NCDOT will take precautions to protect standing trees outside the construction limits for the
project.
• Wetland areas will not be utilized as disposal areas for excavated spoil materials, as source
areas for borrow materials, nor as staging areas for equipment or storage of construction
materials.
• Demolition and construction debris will be disposed of in a properly permitted landfill.
Recycling of appropriate materials will be encouraged when practicable.
• NCDOT will coordinate with the City of Hickory to ensure compliance with local floodplain
ordinances.
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1 6.0 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND AGENCY COORDINATION
' 6.1 Public Involvement
' The Corridor Public Hearing for this project was held February 25, 1992 in the
Council Chambers at the Hickory City Hall. More than 100 people attended the hearing. The
1 City of Hickory and the Hickory-Newton-Conover Metropolitan Planning Organization (HNC
MPO) both made formal statements in support of Alternative 1. This location has been on
' the City's thoroughfare plan since 1983. The City has been working with developers since
that time both to protect the corridor and to steer development to locations outside the
1 corridor in the belief that such projects would not be affected by the future road. Major
concerns expressed by residents in the project area are summarized below. Responses to these
' concerns are provided where appropriate.
' Comment: Will the project affect St. Stephens Elementary School or the three Lutheran
' churches and school at the corner of Springs Road and Spence Road?
Response: None of the corridors under consideration will affect these community
1 facilities.
1 Comment : Corridors C and E involve constructing all or a portion of the project on new
location and will cause more adverse environmental affects than Corridor A
1 which utilizes all existing location. Impacts include the loss of natural habitats,
degradation of water quality, increased flooding, degraded air quality, and
1 increased noise. Visual impacts associated with the construction of the
1 proposed roadway through the existing suburban/rural neighborhood will
decrease property values, noise and safety problems will be created at Clyde
1 Campbell Elementary School, and the Havenwood subdivision will be divided.
Response: The Preferred Alternative utilizes Corridor A.
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Comment: What kind of access will be provided for properties along the project?
Response: Direct driveway access will be allowed along the length of the project except
in the vicinity of the I-40 Interchange.
Comment : Where is the traffic congestion that the project is intended to relieve?
Response: The project is intended to relieve both existing and predicted traffic
congestion in the project area as detailed in Section 1.3 of the DEIS. Major
roads in the project area which currently operate at or above capacity include
Sandy Ridge Road, 16th Avenue, Highland Avenue, Tate Boulevard, and
Sweetwater Road. Additional roads which are predicted to operate at or above
capacity based on projected traffic for the year 2010 include Cloninger/Kool
Park Road, 29th Avenue, Springs Road, Fairgrove Church Road, and US 70.
These traffic projections take into account population growth trends and
expected development.
Comment : Travel demand generated between residential development in Alexander
County and employment areas Hickory is a major contributor to traffic
congestion through the project area. Routing this traffic down NC 127 to
Corridor A would increase congestion and associated safety problems at
Jenkins Elementary School.
Response: NC 127 is currently being improved in the vicinity of the school.
ommen : Would the utilization of Corridor D affect response times for fire and rescue
services out of the Fairgrove Volunteer Fire Department located on Sweetwater
Road between I-40 and US 70?
Response: The Preferred Alternative utilizes Corridor B.
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mmen : Which Alternative results in the least amount of damages in terms of displaced
homes and displaced businesses?
Response: Alternate 4 which utilizes Corridors E, C, and B would result in the least
relocations (26).
Comment : Can specific relocations be identified at this time?
Response: Relocations estimates developed during the corridor location phase of the
project are based on a functional design for comparative purposes. Specific
right-of-way impacts will be identified during the final design phase of the
project subsequent to corridor selection.
Comment : Corridor D would open the eastern portion of the project area for planned
industrial development and would result in less relocations than Corridor B.
Response: Corridor B requires fewer relocations than Corridor D.
Comment : Consideration should be given to upgrading the existing roadway system in lieu
of constructing the proposed project.
Response: The Transportation Systems Management Alternative was eliminated from
further consideration because upgrading the existing system cannot provide
improve capacity enough to accommodate projected traffic volumes.
Comment : Grade separated interchanges are needed at major crossroads including Sandy
Ridge Road, Springs Road, and Spencer Road.
Response: Projected traffic volumes at these intersections do not support the provision
of grade separation structures. These intersections will be signalized and
additional turn lanes will be provided as necessary to accommodate projected
traffic volumes.
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Following the Public Hearing, written comments were received from the City of
Hickory and the Hickory-Newton-Conover Metropolitan Planning Organization, as well as
12 individuals. The City of Hickory and the HNC MPO both favor the Alternative 1 location,
as do eight of the individual commentors. Two individuals object to Alternative 1 with the
major concern being the impact of the proposed road on the quality of life for nearby
residents. Comments submitted from the business community indicate that the road is needed
for access and that there is a potential for traffic generated vibration to impact sensitive
machinery.
6.2 Agency Coordination
The Draft EIS was circulated for agency review and comment. Written review
comments were received from the following federal and state agencies:
• North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources, State Historic Preservation Office
• North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
- Planning and Assessment
- North Carolina Division of Forest Resources
- North Carolina Division of Environmental Management
- North Carolina Division of Land Resources
• North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety
• North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
• United States Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District
• United States Department of the Interior
- Office of the Secretary
- Bureau of Mines
- Fish & Wildlife Service
• United States Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary
• United States Environmental Protection Agency
• Western Piedmont Council of Governments
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Four agency respondents recommend selection of Alternative 1 as the preferred
alternative for the proposed project, including the City of Hickory, the Hickory-Newton-
Conover Metropolitan Planning Organization, the North Carolina Division of Forest
Resources, and the Western Piedmont Council of Governments. The United States
Environmental Protection Agency states a preference for Alternative 1 or 5. The United
States Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary and the Fish & Wildlife Service
identify Alternative 5 as the least environmentally damaging, but state they can concur with
the selection of Alternative 1 because it avoids substantial environmental impacts. The North
Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission recommends Alternative 5 as the preferred
alternative , with Alternative I being the second choice. Seven agencies did not provide
comments relative to alternative selection.
Specific comments received from the reviewing agencies and responses are presented
below. Copies of all agency correspondence are provided in Appendix B.
Aaencv: North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources, State Historic Preservation
Office.
Comments: The Draft EIS adequately addresses comments regarding historic architectural
resources. In regard to archaeological sites, the question of data recovery
should be deferred until the issue of eligibility is settled. Since the Federal
Highway Administration is willing to commit to a substantial data recovery
program if the site is adversely affected, the agency does not object.
Response: The preferred alternative does not impact the subject archaeological site.
AQencv: North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
(DEHNR), Planning and Assessment
Comments: The Draft EIS is well written. Table S.2 covers major areas of concern and
allows the easy comparison of the different alternatives under consideration.
Response: No response is required.
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Agency
Comments:
North Carolina DEHNR, Division of Environmental Management
Written concurrence of 401 Water Quality Certification may be required for
this project. Need to address measures to attenuate impacts of stormwater
runoff and spills including who will be responsible for maintenance of special
holding basins. Additional wetland areas should not be impacted by disposal
of excavated spoil material, as a source of borrow material, or by other
construction related activities. The Catawba River and Lake Hickory are
classified as WSIII&B waters. The classifications of all potentially affected
streams should be checked. Impacts to Wetland No. 3 should be avoided.
Wetlands along Snow Creek should be avoided by utilizing existing road to the
extent possible. 401 Water Quality Certification may be denied if wetland
impacts are not avoided and minimized to the maximum extent practicable.
Any open burning must be in compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0520.
Response: Permit requirements will be identified during the final design phase of the
project and permit applications will be submitted at that time. Measures to
attenuate the impacts of stormwater runoff and spills are discussed in the Draft
EIS. Standard NCDOT policy provides for the maintenance of all roadway and
drainage structures including special holding basins. Section 4.21.8 has been
created to address construction impacts to wetlands. The first paragraph on
page 3-34 of the Draft EIS has been revised to provide the correct water
quality classification for the Catawba River and Lake Hickory. All other
stream classifications have been reviewed and determined to be correct.
Wetland No. 3 is not affected by the preferred alternative. Wetland No. 1
(Snow Creek at 29th Avenue Drive) will be avoided to the maximum extent
practicable by utilizing the existing roadway and widening on the north side
of 29th Avenue Drive. Section 4.21.2 of the Draft EIS has been expanded to
identify the North Carolina Open Burning Regulation.
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AQencv: North Carolina DEHNR, Division of Forest Resources
Comments: The roadway centerline should be adjusted whenever possible to lessen the
impact to wetlands and forest resources. The North Carolina Division of
Forest Resources recommends that Alternative 1 be selected as the preferred
alternative.
Response: Impacts to wetlands and forest resources will be avoided to the extent
practicable through judicious development of the roadway alignment during
the final design phase of the project. Alternative 1 has been selected as the
preferred alternative.
AQencv: North Carolina Division of Land Resources
Comments: The environmental document must be submitted as part to the erosion and
sediment control plan prepared by NCDOT. Increased design standards apply
if any portion of the project is located within a High Quality Water (HQW)
zone.
Response: NCDOT will prepare and implement an erosion control program in accordance
with standard policy. No portion of the project is located within a HQW zone.
AQencv: North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety
Comments: All structures within the floodplain area must be elevated or comply with the
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance of the community.
Response: All structures have been designed in compliance with FEMA regulations.
AQencv: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Comments: A mitigation plan for wetland losses, based on no net loss of in-kind value,
must be submitted for review. Other recommendations include designing
stream relocations so that new channel matches the old in terms of average
width, depth, length, slope, and sinuosity; stabilizing the new channel before
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water is diverted; excluding heavy equipment from live stream channels;
placing culverts of all types at grade with streams and burying 12 inches so
that fish passage is not blocked; implementing erosion control where soil is
disturbed; and placing temporary ground cover on bare surfaces as soon as
construction is complete with permanent vegetation to be established within
15 days. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission recommends
Alternative 5 as the preferred alternative due to it potential for the least
amount of adverse impacts to fish and wildlife resources in the project area.
Alternative 1 is the second choice.
Response: If required, a mitigation plan will be developed during the final design phase
of the project. Other recommendations have been incorporated in the Final
EIS. Alternative 1 has been selected as the preferred alternative. Alternative
5 was not selected because its total cost is $10.7 million higher than Alternative
1, it involves 19 more noise impacts than Alternative 1, and it involves twice
the area of prime and important farmlands as Alternative 1. Culverts,
proposed at all stream crossings, will be buried a minimum of 12 inches so fish
passage is not restricted and sediment will be allowed to accumulate in the
culvert to replace lost streambottom, in accordance with NCDOT Best
Management Practices. Alternative 1 has been selected as the preferred
alternative.
AQencv: United States Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District
Comments: Any modification to regulatory floodways will require that a hydraulic analysis
be performed to ensure that the 1.0 foot surcharge is not exceeded. A Section
404 permit will be required for the discharge of excavated or fill material in
waters of the United States or any adjacent and/or isolated wetlands. Impacts
to wetlands should first be avoided or minimized. Compensation or mitigation
for unavoidable impacts will then be considered. Final roadway plans should
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be submitted for a project-specific determination of permit requirements.
Wetland delineations are subject to review and could be redelineated using the
1987 manual.
Response: A hydraulic analysis was performed for all streams with drainage areas of 0.5
square miles or greater. All culverts are designed to ensure compliance with
the FEMA requirements. NCDOT will minimize wetland impacts through the
judicious development of the roadway alignment during the final design phase
of the project. Wetland loss mitigation measures will include the use of
NCDOT Best Management Practices in the area of impact. Project-specific

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permit requirements will be identified during final design and permit
applications will be submitted at this time. Wetland delineations will be
reviewed during the final design phase of the project.
Agency : United States Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary
Comments: "Non-bridge" stream crossings inhibit organism movement both upstream and
downstream. The creation of a stone substrate on the inside floor of culverts
is recommended to facilitate fish movement and offset the loss of
streambottom habitat. Box culverts are recommended over pipe culverts.
Mineral resources are adequately discussed. While Alternative 5 is the least
environmentally damaging, the United States Department of the Interior can
concur with the selection of Alternative 1 because it avoids substantial
environmental impacts and has fewer environmental impacts than any
alternative except Alternative 5.
Response: Culverts, proposed at all stream crossings, will be buried a minimum of 12
inches so fish passage is not restricted and sediment will be allowed to
accumulate in the culvert to replace lost streambottom, in accordance with
NCDOT Best Management Practices. Alternative 1 has been selected as the
preferred alternative.
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Aged: United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Mines
Comments: The Draft EIS adequately describes mineral resources and potential impacts.
Response: No response is required.
AQencv: United States Department of the Interior, Fish & Wildlife Service
Comments: "Non-bridge" stream crossings inhibit organism movement both upstream and
downstream. The creation of a stone substrate on the inside floor of culverts
is recommended to facilitate fish movement and offset the loss of
streambottom habitat. Box culverts are recommended over pipe culverts.
While Alternative 5 is the least environmentally damaging, the Fish & Wildlife
Service can concur with the selection of Alternative 1 because it avoids
substantial environmental impacts and has fewer environmental impacts than
any alternative except Alternative 5.
Response: Culverts, proposed at all stream crossings, will be buried a minimum of 12
inches so fish passage is not restricted and sediment will be allowed to
accumulate in the culvert to replace lost streambottom, in accordance with
NCDOT Best Management Practices. Alternative 1 has been selected as the
preferred alternative.
AQencv: United States Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary
Comments: Consultation for 404 permits should begin upon identification of a preferred
alternative and should be documented in the Final EIS.
Response: Comments on the Draft EIS from permitting agencies are favorable for
Alternative 1 which has been selected as the preferred alternative. No
problems are anticipated in obtaining the required permits for this alternative;
therefore, no further consultation is required at this time. Any required
permit applications will be submitted during the final design and construction
plan preparation phase of the project.
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' Aaencv: United States Environmental Protection Agency
' Comments: Details regarding construction and operation of the proposed facility including
stream relocations, wetland mitigation, preservation of forested hardwood
' areas, water quality, noise impacts, and underground storage tank remediation
should be provided in the Final EIS. Although the mobile source emissions
' model (MOBILE3) and pollutant dispersion model (CALINE3) have been
updated, the predicted CO concentrations are low enough that recalculation
' is not necessary. A copy of the final design phase noise barrier analysis
should be submitted upon completion. NCDOT is strongly encouraged to
' reduce the noise impacts of the project to comply with noise abatement
criteria. Other abatement measures should be considered in areas where
' barriers are not considered effective. NCDOT Best Management Practices for
' water quality include a grass median, stone-lined ditches, and special holding
basins for containment of hazardous spills. A maintenance program should
' be incorporated into the Sediment Control Plan. Final roadway plans in
impacted wetland areas should be submitted for review. If mitigation is
' required, coordination and approval of the mitigation plan is required. The
use of a bridge system is preferred to stream relocation. Specific measures
' recommended where relocation is unavoidable include minimizing fill;
recreating the same channel cross section, gradient, and substrate; and
' stabilizing new channel banks immediately. Potentially disturbed sediments
should be tested to determine if any toxic materials will be resuspended during
' construction. Loss of forested areas, especially those with mature hardwood
stands, should be minimized. Reducing the road footprint should be
considered and grubbing and clearing outside the construction limits should
' be avoided. Federal listings for hazardous waste sites should be reviewed.
Statements regarding hazardous materials and the open dump on Cloninger
' Mill Road should be clarified. Recycling of appropriate construction materials
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should be considered. The usage of Alternative 1 or 5 is preferred for the I
proposed facility.
Response: The Final EIS has been expanded as necessary to provide details regarding
construction and operation of the proposed facility to the extent possible
pending development of the final roadway design plans. Of four potential
noise barriers identified along the preferred alternative, none were evaluated
as potentially effective. Because the noise abatement analysis was performed
on a "worst-case" scenario (level terrain, no shielding), no further barrier
analysis will be performed for the project unless a major change in the project
occurs. NCDOT will consider other noise abatement measures during the final
design phase of the project. The grassed ditch median has been eliminated in
favor of the raised grass median in consideration of traffic operations and
roadway safety at at-grade intersections; however, the pavement will be sloped
to the shoulders and grass shoulders and slopes will serve to filter stormwater
runoff before reaching streams. Grass drainage swales will be used to the
maximum extent feasible in consideration of grade limitations, with stone-
lined ditches used where grass swales are not feasible. NCDOT standard policy
requires maintenance programs as a part of all erosion/sediment control plans.
Roadway designs will be submitted as part of the permit application process
which will be implemented during the final design and construction plan
preparation phase of the project. Stream relocation under the preferred
alternative is limited to 220 feet of Clarks Creek at the I-40 Interchange.
Bridging the stream is not feasible at this location. NCDOT will coordinate
with the United States Fish & Wildlife Service on this stream relocation. The
relocation design will incorporate NCDOT Best Management Practices as
appropriate including the recommended measures. The road footprint has been
reduced by the selection of the 30' raised grass median in lieu of the 60'
grassed ditch median. Forest impacts will be minimized during final design
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to the extent feasible in consideration of other environmental issues. NCDOT
will take precautions to protect standing trees outside the construction limits
for the project. The EPA WASTELAN (CERCLIS-ERRIS) SITES listing, and
WASTELAN PREREMEDIAL REPORT are two of the files maintained by
the North Carolina Superfund Branch. Both files were reviewed in addition
to state and local information. The dump on Cloninger Mill Road will not
affect the development of the preferred alternative. Underground storage tank
sites will be avoided to the extent practicable during the design of the project.
Where sites cannot be avoided, testing and removal will be required in
accordance with 40 CFR Part 280 and 15A NCAC 2.2(n). Any required site
remediation will be accomplished in accordance with NC DEHNR "Guidelines
for Remediation of Soil Contaminated by Petroleum". Recycling of
appropriate construction materials is recommended when practicable.
Alternative 1 has been selected as the preferred alternative.
AQencv: Western Piedmont Council of Governments
Comments: Corridor Segments A and B are recommended as the preferred alternative.
These corridors are consistent with the Hickory-Newton-Conover Urban Area
Thoroughfare Plan.
Response: Alternative I which is comprised of Corridor Segments A and B has been
selected as the preferred alternative. The consistency between the corridor
segment locations and the thoroughfare plan is noted in Section 2.3 of the
Draft EIS.
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North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources
Ianu . C. Martin, Governor
I'.itric Dor;cy, Secretary
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Division of Archives and History
William S. Price, Jr., Director
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April 7, 1992
MEMORANDUM
ro OR 10 1992
TO: L. J. Ward, P .E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch DIVIS v
fON O? ?
Division of Highways NIIG6 N O QP
Department of Transportation `?RESEAR S
FROM: David Brook ??
State ki i s Preservation Officer
Deputy
SUBJECT: Hickory East Side Thoroughfare from US 127
to Startown Road, Catawba County, U-2307,
M5621(1), 8.2790901, CH 92-E-4220-0562
We have received information concerning the above project from the State
Clearinghouse.
We have reviewed the Draft EIS and feel that the docu.ment_ad_equatehC
addresses our comments regarding historic architectural S1r_uc_tlLCes, It does,
however, not fully reflect our comments concerning archaeological site
31 CT1 46. Specifically, we-prefer_the_questio_n of_d.ata_rec_ove-y wait-until.
the issue of eligibility is setitled Since the Federal Highwa_yAdmin stratiorLls
willing. o.comm_rl to a_substontiai data recovem program_if_the site-is
adversely _affected., we_do_not__object.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106, codified at 36
CFR Part 800.
"T"hank you for your cooperation and consideration.. If you have questions
concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill-Earley,
environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763.
DR:slw
cc: State Clearinghouse
Federal Highway Administration
109 Fast Joncs Strcct • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807
NORTH CAROLINA STATE CLEARINGHOUSE
DEPARTMENT OF ADMI N ISTRAT ION
1,0 F; 116 WEST JONES STREET RE c
04_07_92 RALEIGH NORTH CAROLINA 2761
412-
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TNTERGUVEP.NMENTAL REVIEW COMMENTS 1c) -9?
t A ! L- f.. f) T U F R OM
e';C;.14'E;
II.C. L)CPT. OF TkAtISPPRTAT 100 MRS. CHRYS CAGGETT
f..AL.Vlr., I_Fc;(;CTT DIRECTOR
PR(lr;f?lft f)F:VLLOPFIENT BRANCH N C STATE CLEARINGHOUSE
HIGHWAY F,LI)G./TNTEP-UFFICE
flflOJ f=CT DL SCRIPT [UN
UI>AF-f C:IS FOP THI= PRUPf)SLD EAST THOROUGHFARE FROM US 70
Ttl NC 12-1, HICKOPY9 NC (T.[.P. U-2307)
;A I fJ0 92L,+22D0562 PROGPAM TITLE - DEI S
TIIF AF',f1VF= PROJECT HAS BFEN SUBMITTED TO THL NORTH CAROLINA
INTrPGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS. AS A RESULT OF THE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
I' SURH[TTf D ( ) NO COMMENTS WERE RECEIVED
( X ) COMMENTS ATTACHED
SHUUL.D YOO HAVE ANY QUEST IONS, PLEASE CALL THIS OFFICE [phone].
C. C. _ PEG ION E
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State of North Carolina
Dcpartmcnt of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
' 512 North Salisbury Strcct • Rilcigh, North Carolina 27611
Douglas G. Lewis
' James G. Martin, Governor
william W Cobey, Jr., Secretary Director
Planning and Assessment
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' M1_MOTZ ANT)UM
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TO: Chrys Baggctt
State Clearinghouse
FROM: Melba McGec ??
project Review Coordinator
' RI: DEIS - Hickory East Side Thoroughfare from US 127
to Startown Road in Hickory, Catawba County
' DATE: April 7, 1992
The Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources has
' i-cvicwed the DEIS for the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare from US
127 to Star_town Road in Hickory.
was a well written document and the ranking svstem_shown-jja
Lablc._ S- 2 is_._ cs_peciaJly__t_a_be commena a. The table cove -edth_e
major - arcas.o fconcern __to our agencies and allowed the e_as?y
of
comparison thc__dif_fe_r-e.n-t___aLtesxna_ti-v-es-,_
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AL-t:.ached are the comments of e
our agencies. We ask that you ma
every effort to incorporate t heir suggestions into the final
' CIOCLIITleI1t .
'1'liank you for your continuing efforts toward ever increasing

I equality in yo ur environmental planning process.
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Forestry
ANNt(V?2,Sq'RY
N, C. - Where it all began
State of North Carolina
Dcpartmcnt of Environnicnt, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Forest Resources
512 North Salisbury Strcct - Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
lames G. M;4rtin, Governor Stanford M. Adams
Willi:tn, W Cobcy, Jr., Secretary Griffiths Forestry Center Director
2411 Garner Road
Clayton, North Carolina 27520
Februarv 27. 1992
14T?MOP ANMIM
TO: Melba McGee
Environmental Assessment Unit
FROM: Pon 11. Robbins
Staff Forester
l ;t; 1992
A a`
SUBJ1?CT: Draft EIS for the Proposed Hickory East Side Thoroughfare From U5
1.27 to Startown Road in Catawba County, N.C.
PROJECT ;x192-0562
DUE DATE 3-20-92
We Have reviewed the above subject document and have the following comments -
I. We recommend that Corridor Alternative #1 be selected as the
preferred alternative.
2. Efforts s11gt>lc]ve_made _ to acl?ust tile cen.t_ex?ine wheneve?p.o-ssible
to___les>en_ the impact to wetlands and forest resources.
DIM: la
pc: Warren 13oyette - CO
File
I'D Box ?7687, 161ciph. North Carolina 27611-7687 lclcphonc 919.733-2162

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' State of North Carolina
Dcp<3rimcnt of Lnvironmcnt, Health, and Natural Kc
' Division of Environmental Managcmcnt
512 North Salishtn-y Street • Raldgh, North Carolina 27604
' lnmrC (-,. Nbrtin, Governnr
\Villiam Colxy, Jr., Secretary March 20, 1992
MFIMOR nNDtim
To: Melba McGee `
Through: John Dorney??t-'?
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L'rom: Eric Galamb
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AFF;1?92
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George T. Everett, Ph.D.
Director
Subject: Draft EIS Hickory East Side Throughfare from US 127 to
' Startown Road, Hickory
State Project DOT No. 8.2790901, TIP #U-2307
Catawba County
' EHNR If 92-0562, DEM WQ If 4734
Thr subject document has been reviewed by this office. The
Di-.ris.i.on of Environmental Management is 'responsible for the
of the Section 401 Water Quality Certification for
Aci_ i.vi.ti.es which may impact waters of the state including
??r l.]..,ncl^ . The Co.l.].ow ng_comment arc offered in res}?onse 1:o -±-he
L: l:; prchr?red _forthis
, __project which will impact: unspecified
acreage of wetlands
' ].. W,:.iA.ten concurrence oC 401 Water Quality Certification
may be required for this project. Applications
requesting coverage under our General Certification 14
requires written concurrence.
2. Please address the measures that will be taken to
attenuate the impact of stormwater runoff and spills on
' surface waters (and wetlands) after project completion.
Who will maintain the special holding basins?
' 3. NCDOT should require that the contractor not impact
additional wetland areas due to the disposal of excavated
spoil material, as a souce of borrow material or other
construction related activities.
The Cata'.-ib,-i RiN er. and Lake Hickory are classified WS
1Il&f3 waters and not A-II. Please recheck the
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Ir. ll 1.1%-'-w vdIr \ Ionn•w,14 Italcil_h \ /adiingtrin Wilmington Wlinthln Salem
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' Pollution Prrvenlion Pays
I'() Rn\ „ R.flcigh. i`4rrth Carolina 276?00535 lc•Icphonv 919-733-7015
clif i.cations of all. potentially affected streams.
tl.and No. 3 i, completely surrounded by residential
development. Efforts to avoid (preserve) this wetland
should l:)e ?.::erci.sed due to its potential ability to
remove ccdiments and pollutants in an urbanized
environment. -
6. Avoid wetlands on Snow Creek as much as possible by
:following the existing road alignment.
r;ndors(-,-ment of l;ho EA by DEM does not preclude the denial
of a 401 Certification upon application if wetland
impacts have not been avoided and minimized to the
maximum extent practicable.
Ques,tions regarding the 401 Certification should be directed
l..o Fric Galamb in DEM' s Water Quality Planning Branch.
cc: Uric Galamb
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Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Project Number: Due Dale:
INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW -PROJECT COMMENTS
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Alirr rrtvirtw of Ihi: project it has been determined that the EHNR permit(s) and/or approvals Indicated may need to be obtained in
r,rrirr for this prnincl to comply with North Carolina Law.
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Our;,lion, ret7afdlnq Ihese permits snoulo De aDamssvU
information and puidrlines relative to these plans and permits are available from the same
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All app
Iln,gional Office. Time

SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REOUIREMENTS (statutory time
limit)
PERMITS
Permit to construct R ocr rile wastewater treatment Application 90 days before begin construction or award of 30 days
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?J lacililies, srwcr sysl^m extensions, d sewer construction contracts On-site Inspection. Post -application
(90 days)

Irms not discharging into slate surface walers
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technical conference usual
ennrl to discharge Into surface walnr and/or
N170C
5 ADplfcallon 180 days before begin activity. On•slte Inspection. 90.120 days
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p
nnTJruCI wastewater larililir;
rrmil In nprrnle and r Pre•applicalion conference usual. Additionally, obtain permit to
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n construct wastewater treatment lacllfly•granted alter NPDES Reply INIA)
rlinf hargrnrl into .roalr surface walers. lime, 30 days after receipt of plans or Issue of NPOES
permil-whichever is later.
-- -- 30 days
v1 rlrr U5,, Permit Pre-application technical conference usually necessary
(NIA)
-- 7 days
n well Co-Iruclion Prrmit Complete application must be received and permit issued
prior to the installation of a well.
(15 days)
Application copy must be served on each adjacent riparian property 55 days
On-site inspection. Pre•appticalion conference usual. Filling
owner
U nrrdge and Fill Prrmil .
may require Easement to Fill from N.C. Department of 190 days)
Administration and Federal Dredge and FIII Permit.
Prrmil to conslrucl t. oDr'rale Air Pollution Abatement r ^-. n 60 days
190 days)
larililirs nndlor Emission Sources as per 15A NCAC 21H.06 NIA e,7
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must he in comDfianCr with 15
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nemDlilion or rrnOanligns of slrllCl UrC ? containing n ,.
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ashe ?los malr•rinl must be in compliance with 15A r ,. ,, •
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nrior to (lrmolilion. Contact Asbestos Control Group (90 days)
q I n.7.13.On?0.
Comple• Snorr.e Prrmil required under 15A NCAC 2D.0800
The rrlirnrnlalion rollulion Control Act of 1973 must be properly addressed for any land disturbing activity. An eroslort••$•'i-e'iimentatio
n conlrnt plan will br required if one or more, acres to be disturbed. Plan filed with proper Regional Office (Land Quality Sect.) at least 30 20 days
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s hrlorr hrrl,nrrlnr nclivil . A lee of $.30 for the first acre and 520.00 for each addllional acre or art must accompany the plan.
fl ays)
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Thr. Sr(limentalion Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be addressed with respect to the referrenced Local Ordinance: (30 days)
On-slle Inspection usual. Surely bond filed with EHNR. Bond amount
1 Mininq Prrmil varies with type mine and number of acres of affected land. Any area 30 days
-I mined greater than one acre must be permiled. The appropriate bond (60 days)
must be received before the permit can be Issued.
rJorlh Garrlma Burnino permil On-site Inspection by N.C. Division Forest Resources It permit 1 day
(NIA)
exceeds 4 days
ncciat Ground Clearance. Burning Permit • 22 On-site Inspection by N.D. Division Forest Resources required "it more 1 day
f o,inlir,; in conslal N.C with organic soils
r than live acres of ground clearing activities are Involved. Inspections
** (NIA)
. should be requested at least ten days before actual burn Is planned.
- 90.120 days
D Oil ni-h-ng Facililir_s NIA (NIA)
If permit required, applicalion 60 days before begin construction.
Applicant must hire N.C. qualified engineer lo: prepare plans. 30 days
Dam ;;;defy Prrmil Inspect construction, certify construction Is according to EHNR approv.
ed plans. May also require permit under mosquito control program. And (60 days)
a 404 permit from Corps of Engineers. An Inspection of site Is neces•
sary to verily Hazard Classification. A minimum fee of S20O.00 must ac-
company the application. An additional processing fee based on a
percentage or the Iola] projecl cost will be required upon completion.
Conlinued on reverse
Normal Process
Time

(statutory lime
PERMITS SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REQUIREMENTS limit)
Fite surely bond of $5,000 with EHNR running to Slate of N.C. 10 days
n r?rrmit In drill ryploralory oil or gas well conditional that any well opened by drill operator shall,•upon
abandonment, be plugged according to EHNR rules and regulations. (NIA)
?? Geophysical Cxploration Prrmil Application filed with EHNR at least 10 days prior to Issue of permit
Application by letter. No standard application form. 10 days
(NIA)
Slate, sakes Construction Permit Appticallon tee based on structure size Is charged. Must Include
descripllons b drawings of structure b proof of ownership 15.20 days
(NIA)
of riparian properly.
- 60 days
1
-1 401 Walr.r Ounlity Certification NIA (100 days)
55 days
ff CAMA Pcrmil for MAJOR drvelopmCnl $250.00 fee must accompany application 1150 days)
22 days
1 __I CAhIA Permit for MINOR drvelopmenl 550.00 fee must accompany application (25 days)
;lr viral prodrlir: monuments arc located in or near the project area. II any monuments need to be moved or destroyed, please notify:

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Abandonment of any wells, if required, must be in accordance with Title 15A, Subchapler 20.0100.
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- 45 days
Compliance with 15A NCAG 2N.1D00 (Coaslal Slormwaler Rules) Is required. (N!A)
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REGIONAL OFFICES
regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office marked below.
LJ Asheville Regional Office
rig Woodlin Place
Ashr!ville, NC 28801
[phone]
5_1 Moorerville Reional Office
919 North Main' Street, P.O. Box 950
Mooresville, NC 28115
[phone]
Washington Regional Office
1424 Carolina Avenue
Washington, NC 27889
[phone]
? Fayetteville Regional Office
Suite 714 Wachovia Building
Fayetteville, NC 28301
[phone]
? Raleigh Regional Office
3800 1arrett Drive, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC 27609
[phone]
? Wilmington Regional Office
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405
(919) 3953900
? Winston-Salem Regional Office
8025 North Point Blvd.
Suite 100

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State of(North Carolina
Department of Environme At, Health ,:ar%,d•:Natural
Division o Land Resources
?me,s G. Marlin. Governor PROJECT RSVI etn,tsS
William W. Cobey, Jr., secrctarv
I r,rt_ Number: _,9 A - (DS(,c County:
1-i plc o.?tk ?c «rs ????n?L,? o w f? nr`
Pi c: t. Name : rlz. CE) I c )l 4) to-4c fA-0 %
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Director
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This project wi-1.1 impact geodetic survey markers. N.C. Geodetic
;urve.y should be contacted prior to construction at P.O. Box 27687,
Pa)cigh, N-C. 27611 [phone]. Intentional destruction of a
geodetic monument is a violation of N.C. General Statute 102-4.
This project will have no impact on geodetic survey markers.
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Other (comments attached) 5G? /'mod 7-EG7T A??' ?
l'or more information contact the Geodetic Survey office at [phone].
Ftr vi.c A_? r Date
I:r_c,r;i.on .-inr)_sedi.mentati-on Control
No comment
This project will require approval of an erosion and sedimentation .
control plan prior to beginning any land-disturbing activity if more
than one (1) acre will be disturbed.
t? If an environmental document is required to satisfy Environmental
Policy Act (SEPA) requirements, the document must be submitted as part
of the erosion and sedimentation control plan.
I/ 7f any portion of the project is located within a High Quality Water
Zone (HQW), as classified by the Division of Environmental Management,
increased design standards for sediment and erosion control will apply.
The erosion and sedimentation control plan required for this project
should be prepared by the Department of Transportation under the
crosi.on control program delegation to the Division of Highways from the
North Carolina Sedimentation Control Commission.
nChor ((-omments attached)
' Pnr mare information contact the Land Quality Section at [phone].
(r'?lewet Date
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kimcs G. Martin, Governor Division of Emergency Management
Josclil, W. Dcan, Secretary 116 W. Jones St., Raleigh, N. C. 27603-1335
[phone]
February 14, 1992
?i1MOI?ANDUM
TO: North Carolina State Clearinghouse
Department of Administration
FROM: Janie S. Archer
National Flood Insurance Program
North Carolina Division of Emergency Managment
U13JECT: Intergovernmental. Review
State It 92-T-,-4220-0562
US 70 - NC 127/Hickory
Comments: Portions of the project are located in the floodplain.
A.U. structures within the floodplain area must be
e]_evated or- comply with the FLoocLDam-age_P-re_veni-izni-
O.r.di-nanc_e of the community-, Detailed information may be
obtained from the county.
For information purposes the Commission is advised that
on July 24, 1990, Governor Martin signed Executive Order
1.23, a Uniform Floodplain Mangement Policy, which must
be followed for development on any site.

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Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
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TO: Melba McGee, Planning and Assessment
Dept. of Environment, Health, & Natural Resources
FTRUM: Dennis Stewart, Manager
Habitat Conservation Program Autt?
DATEI : March 24, 1992
StJR,71CT: Draft Environmental Impact Statement, Hickory East Side
Thoroughfare from US 127 to Startown Road in Hickory,
Catawba County
This correspondence responds to a request by you for our
review and comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement
(T,:LS) for the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare. These comments are
1_>>-ov:i-ded in accordance with the provisions of the fish and
Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C.
661-667d.) and the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (G.S.
1a-3A-1 through 113A-10; 1 NCAC 25).
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
proposes to build an arterial highway in Catawba County which
would extend approximately 7 miles, beginning at NC 127 north of
11i.ckory, connecting to I-40 east of Hickory, and continuing to
U• 70 in the vicinity of Startown Road. Besides a No Action
Alternative, the NCDOT examined eight Build Alternatives
consisting of six interconnecting corridor segments.
Wildlife habitat within the project area consists of
hott.oml_and hardwood forest, hardwood forest, mixed hardwood-pine
iciest, pine forest, cultivated fields, pastures, and grassed
<1i:r_ac. These provide a wide range of habitat types that support
1111111(3)-ou' species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and
in••/e.r.tebrates. Three wetlands, all disturbed bottomland hardwood
Fni-cst.s, have been identified within the project area. Six main
-tream?; and associated tributaries lie within the project area.
Thr, ].anger streams (17-25 feet wide) provide habitat for gamef ish
r.nc h ?7; largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and sunfish. Nongame
ri::h may be found in these streams and in some tributaries.
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Tic NCWRC recommends Alternative 5 as the preferred
1.11_`1.-n7t.)_ve due to it:; potential for the least amount of adverse
to fish and wildlife resources in the project area.
AI.t.(,rn;.1(_i.vc 1 is our second choice. Both alternatives utilize
Coy: i-:i.dor A for par L of the route, which follows existing 29th
Avenue and 24th street-. Two stream crossings are-involved with
Corridor A, and 2.11 acres of wetlands would be impacted.
Alternative 5 continues with Corridor D, which involves three
stream crossings. Alternative 1 continues with Corridor B, which
crosses two streams and involves the relocation of 300 feet of
Cl.it-k:: Crcck. in addition, these two alternatives would disturb
ln; for.c_,sted acreage than most other alternatives.
We .have _..th_e-_ followin_g__a_dditional recommendations for
mi.ni_mizi.ng impacts to fish and wildlife resources i-n tbe^p-r-o-j-e_c_t_
area
1) A mitigation plan to compensate for wetland losses must be
developed and presented to the NCWRC for review. Mitigation
should be based upon no net loss of in-kind value.
2) Stream relocation should be accomplished so that the new
channel matches the old in terms of average width, depth,
length, slope, and sinuosity. The new channel should be
stabilized before water is diverted from the old channel.
lie-ivy equipment should not be operated in live stream
channels.
'1) Cul.ve.r.ts of all types should be placed at grade with streams
and buried 12 inches into the stream bottom so that fish
passage is not blocked.
5) Stringent erosion control measures should be implemented
where soil is disturbed and maintained until project
completion.
Temporary ground cover should be placed on bare surfaces,
including spoil piles, as soon as construction is complete.
Permanent vegetation in these same areas must be established
within 15 clays of project completion to provide long term
cro?-;i_on control.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this
pi-ojest. If we can be of further assistance, please advise.
oLS/lp
M?;. Stephanie Goudreau, Mt. Region Habitat Biologist
Mr. Chris Goudr.eau, District 8 Fisheries Biologist
Mr. Jack M ison, Di t. r. i.ct 8 Wildlife Biologist
Mr. Allen Ratzlaf, f , USFWS, Asheville

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
I, WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
PO. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402.1890
February 28, 1992
IN M.'PLV RuER TO
Planning Division
t1r. L. J. Ward, P.E., Manager
Planning and Environmental Branch
Division of Highways
North Carolina Department
of Transportation
"ost Office Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
Dear Mr. Ward:

MAR 2 1992
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As requested in your letter of February 5, 1992, we have reviewed the
"Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Hickory East Side Thoroughfare,
From US 127 to Startown Road, Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina,
U-2307, F. A. No. M-5621(1)" and offer the following comments.
The city of Hickory participates in the National Flood Insurance Program
and has been studied by detailed methods. There are established regulatory
floodways on some of the streams. Any modifications to flood_p_1_a_tn__ele?catiaa _
or limits should_ be coordinated with th_e_city of FLickory a_s weLLas_w_itJ?the_
I ederal F_morgency_-Man_ageme_nt Agent (FCMA_. Any modi ica-tion_s t-o_r_e-qml-atory
F1 oodways will require that _a_ new hydraulic analysis be performed to ensur_e_
1.ha1, 0 e. 1.0 foot surcharge is_not_exceeded. This should be coordinated with
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the cil:y as well as FEMA. Proper design considerations should be given to
streams being crossed that are not included in the flood insurance study to
ensure that the flood levels are not significantly increased.
As indicated in our letter of April 23, 1990, a Department of the Armmy
pertii, authorization,___pursuint_to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act of 197
as amended, will be__requi_redfo_r the discharge of excava_tea or fill m?t_er_i_a
in waters of the UnitedStates or any adjacent anq/or isolated wetlands in
conjunction with this _ p-ro ject_,_ including disposal of constructi olLdeb_r_i
Also, pursuant to Section 10 of the River and Harbor Act of 1899, permits
will be required for structures or work in or affecting navigable waters
of the United States. Under our mitigation policy, impacts to wetlands
should first be avoided or minimized. -GTe wiTT=tF=an con=simmer com.pensation-
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or mitigation _for_unavoidable impacts. When final plans are comple_t_e_cl_
including_the extent and location of any work within waters of the United
States and wetl ands our__Regul atory Eiranch_would ap?reci ate the_ opportu_rlity.
to review these p1ans fir a_progect,specific determination of Department`
of the Army pe_rmii requirements, Should you have any questions, please
contact Mr. Steve Lund of our Regulatory Branch, Asheville, North Carolina,
at [phone].
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on August 17, 1991, the 1992 Energy and Water Development Appropriations
Act became law and invalidated jurisdictional determinations made pursuant
1;o the January 1989 "Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Juris-
dictional Wetlands." Pursuant to guidance from the Chief of Engineers,
Directorat;e of Civil Works, wetland delineations made subsequent to AgTgst 17,
1991 , must - be, mad e__ut_i 1 i zi_ng the__1987"Corps of Enyi neers Wetlands Del 1neattom-
Manual" and those made_prio_r_to_Avg_ s_t_17, 1991, must be reviewed. Since
this act;.i_on_has.__not_.been _fin_al_i_zed,_a_ny areas delineated using_th_e"-
manual -cool d_be__ rede_1 i neated__u_sing the 19'37 manual .
We appreciate the opportunity to comment on this project. If we can be
of further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
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Lawrence W. Saunders
Chief, Planning Division

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United States Department of the Interior
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OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Office of Environmental Affairs
Richard 13. Russell Federal Building
75 Spring Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
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March 31, 1992
Mr.. Hi.cholas L. Graf, PE
Division Administrator
federal Highway Administration
31.0 11ew Bern Ave., Suite 410
l1a]_eigh, North Carolina 27601
Dear Mr. Graf:
,i,he I)epartment of the Interior has reviewed the Draft Environmental
Tmpact Statement (EIS) for Hickory East Side Thoroughfare (US-127
to Startown Road), Catawaba County, North Carolina as requested.
Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) comments are provided in accordance
with the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as amended (1.6 U.S.C.
661-667e), and Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, as amended
(16 U.S.C. 1531-1543).
The draft is a well written document and properly highlights the
importance of the fish and wildlife values of the area. We are
very pleased with the methodology used to determine a preferred
alignment and commend you on giving environmental impacts equal
weight with other considerations. While Alternative 5 is the least
environmentally damaging, we can concur with the selection of
Alternative 1 because it avoids substantial environmental impacts
and I fewer environmental impacts than any alternative, except
Alternative 5.
YJe are also pleased with your wetland mitigation recommendations
,ind stream location coordination (page 4-34, 4.9.3. and page 4-35,
4.1.0). The FWS looks forward to working with you to find an
adequate site for bottomland hardwood plantings and to design the
-,tream relocation. We are concerned with any "non-bridge" stream
cr.orsing (box culvert, pipes, etc.), as the impacts they cause
nxi end beyond---_thezmmed> aconstruction_are _(Inh?-- 5_3 on o
ore{an i sm movement--_both__upstream_and__downstr-e..am)__._-We th.er_eio.-e
recommend that you explore the possibility of creat_ing_a_stvne_
substrate on the inside- floor of the culverts adequate to create
.;m 111- pools and eddies to provide resting areas for fish and to
facilitate fish movement. This substrate would also provide
attachment areas for aquatic insects and other organisms and would

' help to offset the loss of streambottom habitat eliminated by the
culverts. The substrate could be placed to create a low-flow
' channel through the center of the culvert. Similarly, y_e_r_e_commQnd
box_cu_lvert.s____over_ppe culverts as pipe culverts afford little
wildlife habitat or the potential to create habitat.
' Minerals are discussed on pages 3-41 and 4-44 and the location of
a rock quarry is shown on exhibit No.3.3-7 and again on exhibit
No. 3.3-3 . We believe that minerals are a_dequk ___y dijscussed4
' 's'hank you for the opportunity to comment on this draft EIS.
Sincerely,
' James It. Lee
Regional Environmental Officer
cc: Vr. L. J. Ward, P.E.
' Manager, Planning and Environmental Branch
Division of Highways
' North Carolina Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201

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United States Department of the Interior
BUREAU OF MINDS
intermountain Field Operations Center
611 J
P.0, Box 25086
l3uildinl; 20, Denver Federal Center
Denver, Colorado 80225
April 1, 1992
L. J. Ward, P.E., Manager
Planing and Environmental Branch
N. C. Division of Highways
P. O. Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
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Subject: Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Hickory East
Side Thoroughfare, From US 127 to Startown Road, Hickory,
Catawba County, North Carolina, U-2307, F. A. No.
M-5621(1)
As you requested, personnel of the Bureau of Mines reviewed the
Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) to determine whether
mineral resources would be adversely impacted by the proposed
project. The proposed action is implementation of a transportation
improvement known as the Hickory East Side Thoroughfare, an
arterial highway extending approximately seven miles.
The DEIS adequately -describes the mineral resources in the Project
area and impacts to mineral resources that wqul-a occur_as_a-mes_uLt-.
,oL___pro,j_ect_ i.mplementa-ti-on, We believe the document is adequate
with regard to minerals. Our comments are drawn from available
information, are provided on a technical assistance basis only, and
may not reflect the position of the Department of the Interior.
Sincer ly,
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Rich d B. Grabowski, Acting Chief
-Inte ountain Field Operations Center
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FISI1 AND MLDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville view orrice.
:130 Ridgefield Court,
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
February 25, 1992
Mr. L. J. Ward, P.E.
Manager, Planning and Environmental Branch
Division of Highways
North Carolina Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 25201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-5201
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Subject: Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Hickory East Side
Thoroughfare from US 127 to Startown Road, Hickory, Catawba
County, North Carolina - Federal Aid Project No. M-5621(1),
State Project No. 8.2790901, TIP No. U-2307
This responds to your letter of February 5, 1992, received February 10,
1992, requesting our comments on the subject project. These comments are
provided in accordance with the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e), and Section 7 of the Endangered Species
Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531-1543).
The draft is a well written document and properly highlights the
importance of the fish and wildlife values of the area. We are very
pleased with the methodology used to determine a preferred alignment and
commend you on giving environmental impacts equal weight with other
considerations. While Alternative 5 is the least environmentally
damaging, we can concur with the selection of Alternative 1 because it
avoids substantial environmental impacts and has fewer environmental
impacts than any alternative, except Alternative 5.
We are also pleased with your wetland mitigation recommendations and
stream location coordination (page 4-34, 4.9.3 and page 4-35, 4.10) and
look forward to working with you to find an adequate site for bottomland
?tihh
hardwood plantings and to design the stream relocation. Ye-are
concerned with any "non_,bridge" stream crossin , box culve-pi
etc.)'.-as-the impacts_ they cause extend beyond the immediate col?structi o-n
area (inhlbi_ti on organ_i_sm_mov_emen_t 6_ups ream and dow?_?tl=eam?_.-We_
' therefore recommend_ tba_t__the___D_epartment of Tran_s-por_t_a_tj9n_explore-he_
possibility of creating a stone substrate_ on the inside floor of the
culverts adequate to create small pools and eddies _to_pro_v_i_de resting
' areas for fish and_ to. Tac_illtate_fi_sh movement. This substrate would
also provide attachment areas for aquatic insects and other organisms and
would help to offset the loss of streambottom habitat eliminated by the
culverts. The substrate could be placed to create a low-flow channel
through the center of the culvert. Similarly, we recommend box culverts
over pipe .culverts as__pip_e cul_v_erts afford litt_Le_w_i_tcLtife,habit_a_t?r-th.e_
potenti al_ to_create ha-bi_t_at,
/Again, we are pleased with the methodology used to determine a preferred
alignment and commend you on giving environmental impacts equal weight
with other considerations. We look forward to working with you to
develop a plan to prevent or lessen further impacts to wetland areas and
to identify appropriate mitigation/compensation areas. We have assigned
Loci Number 4-2-90-031 to this project. Please refer to this number in
all future correspondence directed to us concerning this matter.
S'ncer y,
Ri ar G. Biggins
Ac Field.Sup r isor
cc:
Mr. Randall C. Wilson, Nongame Section Manager, Division of Wildlife
Management, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission,
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27604-1188
Director, North Carolina Natural Heritage Program, P.O. Box 27687,
Raleigh, NC 27611
Mr. Cecil Frost, North Carolina Department of Agriculture, Plant
Conservation Program, P.O. Box 27647, Raleigh, NC 27611
Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration, Box 26806,
Raleigh, NC 27611
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Branch of Federal Activities, DOI,
Hamilton Building #403, 1375 K Street, N.W.,
Washington, D.C. 20241-0001

U. S. Department of
Transportation
Office of the Secretary
of Transportation
Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Hickory East Side Thoroughfare
Subject: US 127 to Startown Road, Catawba County
FHWA-NC-EIS-92-02-D
00-m- Donald R. Trilling,/& N`t P :Director Office of Transportation
Regulatory Affairs
To:Eugene W. Cleckley
Chief, Environmental Operations Division
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Reply to
Alin, ol:
MAR 1 9 1992
We have reviewed the draft EIS for construction of the Hickory
East Side Thoroughfare, Catawba County, North Carolina.
The EIS states that
involve section 404
be submitted during
of the project. We
upon identification
results of the cons-
all alternatives under consideration will
permits, and that permit applications will
the final design and construction plan phase
recommend that permit- consultation begin
of a preferred alternative, and that the
altation be reflected in the final EIS.
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Memorandum
UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
r< <d; REGION IV
345 COURTLAND STREET, N.E.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30365
April 8, 1992 E V
Mr. L. J. Ward, P.E., Manager QPR 10 1992
Planning and Environmental Branch
N. C. Division of Highways "1. DfI/ISION OF U?
P. O. Box 25201I-1WgYS Q
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 ¢?ESEA4 ?
RE: Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)
Hickory East Side Thoroughfare
Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina
Federal Aid Project No. M-5621(1)
State Project No. 8.2790901
T.I.P. No. U-2307
Dear Mr. Ward:
Pursuant to Section 309 of the Clean Air Act and Section 102
(2.)(C) of the National- Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region IV, has reviewed
the subject DEIS. Several environmental impacts are associated
with the alternatives outlined in the DEIS. We have some areas
of concern that should be addressed prior to construction of the
proposed project.
Project. Description
The proposed action involves the construction of an arterial
highway extending approximately seven miles from N.C. 127 north
of hickory to US 70 in the vicinity of Startown Road. The
facility will consist of both a five-lane roadway with a
continuouo left-turn lane and a four-lane divided roadway with a
grass median.
The proposed project is considered necessary to fulfill the
sLatew.ide plan for a circumferential arterial linking NC 127 to
US 70 to provide an adequate traffic capacity to meet the
transportation demand of existing and planned growth. The
document evaluates eight of ten build alternatives along with a
"No Build" Alternative. The "No Build" Alternative was not
consistent with the transportation needs of the project and did
not provide a satisfactory transportation network. It was
included in the document to provide a baseline condition of
evaluating the Build Alternatives. A Transportation Systems
Management (TSM) alternative was also evaluated but did not
provide a circumferential arterial route and did not meet future
traffic demands; therefore, it was deemed not reasonable and was
eliminated from further study.
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Ai-r u jJ_ty Impacts
' The mobile.. source emi-ssions model,-. OB=3, was used to determine
the emission factors. That model has_be_en_upda_ted. twice and the
latest model is MOBILE4.1. The current EPA guideline model at
' the time the DEIS is prepared should be used to determine the
mobile source emission factors. However, ae_pr_edi.Ct_er1--CQ
concentrations presented in the DEIS are low e_mo1?q-h.rtlia_t
rccalculatio.n u-sing MOBILE4__1_is not_.ner_es_s_ary_. MOBILE5.0, which
' win-incorporate Clean Air Act Amendments requirements, will be
released this Summer.
' The pollutant dispersion model, CALINE3, was used to determine
concentration estimates . CALIN - was de_ -e-Loped_in-1.98-9-as an
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update_- to_the_prev_iou_sCALINE3 mode_1_,. CAL3QHC is another model
that can calculate CO concentrations at intersections. While .EPA
' wi-11 accept_.- tlle_CALINE-3__due to the low e . I -s ons, either the
CALINE4 or CAL3QHC modeling techniques or the most current
version of either model must be used in all future analyses.
Noise Impacts
The total number of receivers potentially experiencing adverse
noire impacts range from 54 receivers under Alternative 10 to 110
receivers under Alternative 3. Noise barriers were considered
for all receivers that would potentially experience a noise
impact under any of the eight Build Alternatives. The results of
the noise barrier analysis indicate that only two of the nine
barriers could potentially be effective for reducing adverse
noise impacts. It is noted that the need and feasibility of
noise barriers will be reevaluated during the final design phase
of the project based upon final alignment and grades, as well as
cii t: and fill locations. Please f orward a copy of_the?i,na-]_1]?oi?eg
,barrier analysis_ upon comp
Even though the usage of noise barriers are not considered
effective in some areas, other abatement measures s_hould_be
considered,.., These measures may include usage of truck
restrictions, reductions in speed limits, earthen berms,
alteration of the proposed alignment, or purchase of land for use
a:-, a buffer zone. Soundproofing of selected facilities would
also be beneficial in reducing the noise impact. EPA strongly.
cnc_ourages_ the NCDOT to reduce the noise impacts of the Project
d to comply with. noise abatement criteria. Also, we e?ncoura%e
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NCDOT to monitor noise levels from the project upon completion. to
determine if the modeling is correct and noise does not exceed
projected levels.
Water Quality Impacts
Water resources in the project area which could be impacted by
the proposed project may include Lake Hickory, the Catawba River,
;ix watercourses and their associated tributaries, and two ponds.
The water quality classification of Lake Hickory and the Catawba
River is A-II and B meaning they can be used for water supply
with approved treatment and for body contact recreation. Lake
hickory is the sole water source for the City of Hickory and Town
of Longview. The water quality classification of the
watercourses is C which means they are suitable for fish and
wildlife propagation as well as boating and other water
activities. Potential water quality impacts involve non-point
source pollution from increased road surface runoff and resource
contamination from hazardous spills. We understand that the
water quality impacts will be minimized through the use of NCDOT
Best: Management Practices (BMP's) to control non-point source
pollution. Some_o -the techniques to beg sed_wi11_include_a.
grass .__median _.to filter storm water runoff .be
streams, stone-lined ditches inlieu of rigid cvncx`ete-pav_e_me_nt
to .promote_..runoi_f__inLi_1t ation_,_and s?ec_a.al-holding-bas-no--tor
containment _.._o f__hazard.ou_s,9_PSPA commends?].CD._ f _ r the ix
inco.rporat.i on of these BMP's into their fin(1d _ i_cJr_.
Wrt_land Impact:
The proposed project may impact a maximum of 2.11 acres of
wetlands if alternative 1 is selected or none if alternatives 8
or 10 are selected. Short-term impacts to the wetlands involve
sediment loading during construction which will be minimized
through the implementation of a Sediment Control Plan in
accordance with NCDOT standard practices. EPA enc_ourage.s-that_a_
maintenance-.,.program_be._inc_o.rporated_ _n-the Sedime-mt_C_ont-roLT.Lart,
The long term impacts involve the loss of wetlands. The maximum
loss could be 0.72 acres (Alternative 1) depending upon which
alternative is chosen. Procedures for reducing long term impacts
include avoidance, minimization, and mitigation. NCDOT will
ui..i.lize BMP's to minimize potential wetland impacts which will
include restriction of fill in drainage areas, reduction of side
slopes in wetlands, minimization of canopy removal, and
elimination of staging areas in lowlands.
)`PA would like to review the final design of the roadway in the
impacted areas. If mitigation- is required for una_v_oidabl_e_
impac-t s., _ coordination _and_approval o the miti,ga_ti.on-plan-should
be . obtained .. f-r.om_app.r_o.pria_te_s-Late an.d--te_deral-.agencies-,--
Jxicluding_DPAIs_wet;land regulatory unit (Mr. Lee Pe1ej at
[phone]).
Water. Body Modification Impacts
Wal--e.r_ body modifications will involve the crossing of streams,
relocation of stream channels, and filling of ponds. Stream
relocations may range from 220 feet for alternative 1 to 2490
feat for alternative 9 (alternative 5 does not require any stream
relocation). EPA._do__s_._not, encourage relocation of._s.tream_beds_
due t-o impact to both the aquatic ecosystems and water quality in
the immediate area. The.-usage- of_abridje s?stem_ s_ a pr_efe=e_d
a.tter_na_tive.and a welcome design change. If stream relocation is
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unavoidable, we suggest the follow'
o Fill only as much as the existing stream channel as
needed; leave the remainder as a backwater area.
' o Recreate new channel with same cross-section, gradient,
and substrate.
' _? o Stabilize new channel banks immediately with
appropriate vegetative cover and then plant with
desirable tree and shrub species to provide habitat.
' During construction of the proposed project, sediments in the
strn,ims and tributaries will be disturbed during stream
relocations and installation of culvert and piping systems used
' to promote flows beneath the proposed roadway. Pursuant to
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the River
and Harbors Act, we_r_ecommendt_hat _a study of the sedimentbe_
' conducted _to ._determine__if-any tox c_materiaa s -
during es.us?.ended
during construuc ion which may affect biota or water quality
downstream of the project.
' Plant Community Impacts
The proposed project will impact from 34 to 99 acres of forested
' land. Our. interest in this matter is a function of the fact that
EPA has identified the loss and degradation of habitat and the .
aslociatcd_dec_l.ine_in_plant and animal diversity as a_major
' ecological-.-problem in_the_S_otttbeast_.. Forested areas, especially
hardwood forests, provide diverse habitat for a variety of
organisms. Tn addition, the loss of forest lands also
contributes to the greenhouse effect, the alteration of the
earth's climate by human activities. Every effort should be made
to__.min.imiz.c._the__1.oss_o_f.fore>.ted__areas? aseciallthose with _
mature. hardwoo_d__.stands. Mitigation_of -una_voida.ble Io.ss.e.s_hy _
p.lanl.inq __trees _ in the right-of-way or other suitable sites can
' l.essen_ the .impac_t:s _ of_ tl?ese _los_ses_, but the time lag necessary to
provide a community with similar structure can take a prohibitive
length of time (over 100 years) . Minimizing the rI ht-of-wa_
' requirements in these _areas,_Uyr__educin.g_t.h_e.fo_otprint-o -the-
proposed r_oadway__shoul.d b_e consi.dered_._ The reduction of the
fool-print may be accomplished in several ways. For fill
' embankments, the usage of geotextiles for reinforcement would
11-Tow steeper slopes. For cut areas, slope stability analyses
cnn be conducted to determine the maximum angle of inclination.
' Also, gr_ubbi.ng__.and__clear_ing operations outs_ide__of the__
const.r_uc_tion_ limits.,___unless__required_o?s_a.iety,_.may-b_e_a_voided
or minimized.-
' Hazardous Waste Z_Underaround Storage Tanks Impacts
No hazardous waste sites were identified on State files or local
We suggest _ that the_rede_ral_ l ._stin?s a1 so be?ev?ewed._
An open dump_.was_ mentioned which was located on the north side of
Cloninger Mill Road approximately 0.5 miles southeast of NC 127.
We suggest that this area be identified on Exhibit 3.6. I1--s
noted that this is an open dump which contains brush, stumps, and
building debris and_no --haz.ardo_us-.ma-tex7 a a aze ; ^vel-"d. Tf t_h;
is an open dump _and access is not controlled, how can this
Statement— be made unles-s testi.n? is conducted to ve? Please
clarify this statement.
Construction Impacts
During construction of the project, it is noted that demolition
debris shall be disposed of in a properly permitted landfill.
Due to the decreasing space available in sanitary landfills, it
is recommended that consideration be given to recycling any
appropriate construction materials.
Based upon our review of the document, EPA prefers the usage of
alt-crnative 1 or 5 for the proposed facility. These two
a]_L-ernatives have the least overall environmental impact. On the
basis of our evaluation of the document, a rating of EC-2 was
assigne-d. That is, we have a_degree of environmental concern
rcg,-ir..,di.ng the lack of specific commitments attendant to
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con,LrucLion and operation of the proposed facility. We
undcre-tand that the NEPA process is just the initial stage of
planning associated with this transportation corridor, but theme
ncecls to be more details regardingprrecisely how the stream
channel will be relocated and established, the wetlands,will be
miLigated,_ the forested hardwood areas will be preserved or
mi_i:i.gated.,-.__the_. water_-quali,l<y__wa ll??e pr_esexved, the z?ose._.i.mpacts
will be addressed, and the underground storage tanks_s-i_te.s w-ill._.
be remcdiai.ed_._ Additional information/commitments should be
provided in the final EIS document.
If we can be of further assistance in this matter, Ms. Diane A.
Guthrie, P.E. at [phone] will serve as initial point of
contact.
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Environmental Policy Section
Federal Activities Branch

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HEIMORANDUM
TO: Chrys Baggctt, Clearinghouse Supervisor
]FROM: Dana Lingerf:elt, Administrative Assistant, WPCOG
SUBJECT: Comments regarding 92-E-4220-0562
John Tippctt, Transportation Planner for the WPCOG, and
coordinator of the MPO Hickory-Newton-Conover Urban Area,
has the following comments regarding this project-:
Corridor Segments A and B are supported and are strongly
recommended as the preferred alternatives. They a_-e-_alao
c_on?.is.ten_t wi_th__th_e_i_Iiclc_or?=Newton_ConpveUrban Area
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NOTICE OF A ROADWAY CORRIDOR OFFICIAL MAP ACT AND A DESIGN
PUBLIC HEARING ON THE SEGMENT OF THE HICKORY EAST
SIDE THOROUGHFARE FROM STARTOWN ROAD TO SPRINGS ROAD
Project 8.2790901 U-2307 Catawba County
The North Carolina Department of Transportation will hold the
above public hearing on June 22, 1993 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers, Hickory City Hall, 76 N. Center Street.
The hearing will consist of an explanation of the proposed
design, right of way requirements and procedures, relocation
advisory assistance, State-Federal relationship, and the Roadway
Corridor Official Map Act. The hearing will be open t o those
present for statements, questions, comments, and/or submittal of
material pertaining to the proposed project. Additional material
may be submitted for a period of ten days from the date of the
,hearing to W.A. Garrett, Jr., P.E., P.O. Box 25201, Raleigh, NC
27611.
The proposed design is a multilaned, divided road on new
location. The required right of way will be 190' minimum. The
acce$s will be controlled. The location is that shown as Corridor
B at the 1992 Corridor Public Hearing. The segment from Springs
Road to NC 127 will be brought to a public hearing at a later
date.
A map setting forth the location and design and copies of the
Final Environmental Impact Statement are available for public
review in the Engineering Department, Hickory City Hall. A map is
also available in the Catawba County Courthouse.
Anyone desiring additional information regarding the public
hearing may contact Mr. Garrett at the above address or at (919)
250-4092.
NCDOT will provide reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids
and services for any qualified disabled person interested in
attending the public hearing. To request the above you may call
Mr. Garrett at the above number no later than seven days prior to
the date of the hearing.
MAY 2 0 19913
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Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources ? Project located in 7th floor library
Division of Planning and Assessment
Project Review Form
Project Number: County: Date: Date Response Due (firm deadline):
This project is being reviewed as indicated below:
Regional Office/Phone Regional Office Area In-House Review
? Asheville ? All RIO Areas ? Soil and Water ? Marine Fisheries
? Fayetteville XAlr
Water ? Coastal Management ater Planning
nvi ro nmental Health
? Water Resources tE
Mooresville

aleigh
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Land Quality Engineer o
Ildlife lid Waste Management

crest Resources ? Radiation Protection
? Washington ? Recreational Consultant nd Resources ? David Foster
?Coastal Management Consultant arks and Recreation Other (specify)
? Wilmington ? Others Environmental Management Rd,.-
? Winston-Salem
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Manager Sign-Off/Region;.; -, - •,. ,. .,, , Date: In-House Reviewer/Agency:

Response (check all applicable)
Regional Office response to be compiled and completed by Regional Manager
? No objection to project as proposed
? No Comment
? Insufficient Information to complete review
? Approve
? Permit(s) needed (permit files have been checked)
? Recommended for further development with recommendations for
strengthening (comments attached)
? Recommended for further development if specific & substantive
changes incorporated by funding agency (comments
attachedlauthority(ies) cited)
In-House Reviewer complete Individual response.
? Not recommended for further development for reasons
stated in attached comments (authority(ies) cited)
? Applicant has been contacted
? Applicant has not been contacted
? Project Controversial (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement needed (comments attached)
? Consistency Statement not needed
? Full EIS must be required under the provisions of
NEPA and SEPA
? Other (specify and attach comments)
RETURN TO:
Melba McGee
, Division of Planning and Assessment by Due Date shown.
PS 104
STATE
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. Martin, Governor
William W Cobey, Jr., Secretary March 20 1992
George T I.verett, Ph.D.
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MEMORANDUM
To: Melba McGee ?` oC try "
Through: John Dorney??'??
From: Eric Galamb'il?.-
Subject: Draft EIS, Hickory East Side Throughfare from US 127 to
Startown Road, Hickory
State Project DOT No. 8.2790901, TIP #U-2307
Catawba County
EHNR # 92-0562, DEM WQ # 4734
l\The subject document has been reviewed by this office. The
Divi?1on of Environmental Management is responsible for the
issualnce of the Section 401 Water Quality Certification for
'ctiv ties which may impact waters of the state including
w ands. The following comments are offered in response to the
IS prepared for this project which will impact unspecified
acreage of wetlands.
1. Written concurrence of 401 Water Quality Certification
may be required for this project. Applications
requesting coverage under our General Certification 14
requires written concurrence.
2. Please address the measures that will be taken to
attenuate the impact of stormwater runoff and spills on
surface waters (and wetlands) after project completion.
Who will maintain the special holding basins?
3. NCDOT should require that the contractor not impact
additional wetland areas due to the disposal of excavated
spoil material, as a souse of borrow material or other
construction related activities.
4. The Catawba River and Lake Hickory are classified WS
III&B waters and not A-II. Please recheck the
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classifications of 11.1 potentially )f-fected streams.
5. Wetland No. 3 is completely surrounded by residential
development. Efforts to avoid (preserve) this wetland
should be exercised due to its potential ability to
remove sediments and pollutants in an urbanized
environment.
6. Avoid wetlands on Snow Creek as much as possible by
following the existing road alignment.
7. Endorsement of the EA by DEM does not preclude the denial
of a 401 Certification upon application if wetland
impacts have not been avoided and minimized to the
maximum extent practicable.
Questions regarding the 401 Certification should be directed
to Eric Galamb in DEM's Water Quality Planning Branch.
cc: Eric Galamb