Common use of AQUATIC RESOURCES Clause in Contracts

AQUATIC RESOURCES. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 STREAMS, RIVERS & WATERCOURSES1 Not Present Present Intermittent (streams only) Not Present Present No Yes Perennial Not Present Present No Yes Wild trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Stocked trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Identify all streams and their classifications per Chapter 93 of 25 PA Code (e.g. CWF, WWF, HQ, EV) Since the CE Re-evaluation in 2013 the southernmost portion of the project area in Section RC1 occurs within the Poquessing Creek HUC-12 Watershed. There are two unnamed tributaries to Poquessing Creek within and immediately surrounding the project area. The Poquessing Creek and its tributaries are designated as Warm Water Fisheries (WWF) and Migratory Fisheries (MF) according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), the Poquessing Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Since the CE Re-evaluation approved in 2013, it has been determined that the northern part of the RC1 Section and Section RC2 of the S.R. 0001 Project occurs within the Core Creek-Neshaminy Creek HUC-12 Watershed. Streams located within this portion of the project area include the Neshaminy Creek and three unnamed tributaries to the Neshaminy Creek. The Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries are also designated as WWF and MF according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the PFBC, the Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Linear feet of Streams permanently impacted: 1,615 Describe Any Permanent Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 1,615 linear feet of unavoidable permanent impacts to perennial, intermittent, and ephemeral streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 and RC2 construction. Permanent impacts associated with Section RC1 equal 515 linear feet and currently it is estimated that 1,100 linear feet of impacts will occur associated with Section RC2. Impact numbers for Section RC2 will be refined during final design and a CE Re-evaluation will be prepared to document any changes associated with Section RC2. Permanent impacts include partial and complete filling of the channels in Sections RC1 and RC2 to extend the slopes of the roadway as well as the extension of pipes and culverts throughout the project corridor. Channels that are completely filled will involve relocation. Neshaminy Creek will receive permanent impacts in Section RC2 from the placement of new piers within the active stream channel and shading impacts from the new structure. Describe Any Temporary Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 2,186 linear feet of unavoidable temporary impact to perennial an intermittent streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 construction and the off-site stream and wetland mitigation construction. Temporary impacts from Section RC2 will be refined as the design progresses toward final design. Temporary impacts will occur to unnamed tributaries of the Poquessing Creek, and the Neshaminy Creek and its unnamed tributaries within the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 project area and the two mitigation sites. Temporary impacts are anticipated from general construction access, stream diversions, and the removal of the existing S.R. 0001 bridge piers and the placement of the new S.R. 0001 bridge piers. Cofferdams and causeways will be required to be placed in Neshaminy Creek during the new bridge construction. An off-site mitigation project is included in the proposed project to provide stream and wetland mitigation for unavoidable impacts to streams and wetlands resulting from the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 roadway construction. This project will involve impacts to unnamed tributaries of the Neshaminy Creek as a result of the mitigation construction. The S.R. 0001 project also includes an on-site stream and wetland mitigation project along S.R. 0132 (Street Road). The on-site mitigation construction will result in impacts to an unnamed tributary of the Poquessing Creek. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Project Specific Restoration/Enhancement: 2,342 linear feet Advanced Compensation/Banking: 0 linear feet Other: Mitigation Remarks For Section RC1, PennDOT is proposing On-Site and Off-Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the overall S.R. 0001 project, Sections RC1 and RC2. Section RC1 has impacts to streams, but no wetland impacts. All compensatory mitigation for Section RC1 will be accomplished at the On-Site mitigation project. Section RC2 has both stream and wetland impacts that require compensatory mitigation. This mitigation will take place at the proposed Off- Site mitigation project. The On-Site stream mitigation site consists of an unnamed tributary (UNT) to Poquessing Creek, located in the vicinity of the westbound Street Road ramp to northbound S.R. 0001 within PennDOT acquired right-of-way. The project limits begin approximately 200 feet upstream of the confluence of the UNT to Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26), and extends downstream for a distance of approximately 700 feet to the twin box culverts located at the Pennsylvania Turnpike slip ramp. The proposed On-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 789 linear feet of the UNT to the Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and 71 linear feet of an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26) for a total of 860 linear feet of mitigated (restored) stream. The proposed Off-Site stream mitigation site is located approximately 2 miles southeast of the S.R. 0001 project limits on Bensalem School District Property. The Off-Site mitigation proposes to reestablish an UNT to Neshaminy Creek. The proposed Off-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 1,482 linear feet of the UNT to the Neshaminy Creek (WUS-M1). Both the On-Site and Off-Site stream mitigation sites will mitigate for all permanent stream impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Group 03S, Sections RC1 and RC2 roadway improvement project and are located within the same Hydrologic Unit Code (02-04-02), the Delaware River Basin. Additionally, the Off-Site mitigation will satisfy mitigation requirements for anticipated Section RC2 aquatic resource impacts within the Neshaminy Creek watershed that are located within the Coastal Zone Management Area. A Mitigation Plan has been developed for the S.R. 0001 Project in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) 2008 Final Compensatory Mitigation Rule. The Mitigation Plan, which can be found in the project technical files, proposes On-Site and Off- Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Sections RC1 and RC2 project. Remarks Overall the extent of permanent impact to jurisdictional waters of the U.S. is 1,615 linear feet, which has changed from 2,366 linear feet since the CER approved in 2013. Waters of the U.S. include drainage channels and streams. Breakdown of impacts to each channel will be calculated during the permit preparation phase of the project. Changes to the above information since the approved 2013 CER are due to refinements from the on-going engineering design studies and development of stream and wetland mitigation. PRESENCE IMPACTS2

AQUATIC RESOURCES. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 IMPACTS2, 3 STREAMS, RIVERS & WATERCOURSES1 Not Present Present Intermittent (streams only) Not Present Present No Yes Perennial Not Present Present No Yes Wild trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Stocked trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Identify all streams and their classifications per Chapter 93 of 25 PA Code (e.g. CWF, WWF, HQ, EV) Since the CE Re-evaluation in 2013 the southernmost portion of the project area in Section RC1 occurs within the Poquessing Creek HUC-12 Watershed. There are two unnamed tributaries to Poquessing Creek within and immediately surrounding the project area. The Poquessing Creek and its tributaries are designated as Warm Water Fisheries (WWF) and Migratory Fisheries (MF) according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), the Poquessing Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Since the CE Re-evaluation approved in 2013, it has been determined that the northern part of the RC1 Section and Section RC2 of the S.R. 0001 Project occurs within the Core Creek-Neshaminy Creek HUC-12 Watershed. Streams located within this portion of the project area include the Neshaminy Creek and three unnamed tributaries to the Neshaminy Creek. The Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries are also designated as WWF and MF according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the PFBC, the Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. ): Linear feet of Streams permanently stream impact: 0 Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 FEDERAL WILD & SCENIC RIVERS & STREAMS1 Not Present Present No Yes Documentation4 National Parks Service Coordination Letter U.S. Forest Service Coordination Letter (Allegheny River) Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 STATE SCENIC RIVERS & STREAMS1 Not Present Present No Yes Documentation4 DCNR Coordination Letter Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS1 Not Present Present No Yes Documentation4 Coast Guard Coordination Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 OTHER SURFACE WATERS1 Not Present Present Reservoirs Not Present Present No Yes Lakes Not Present Present No Yes Farm ponds Not Present Present No Yes Detention basins Not Present Present No Yes Stormwater Management Facilities Not Present Present No Yes Others (describe in remarks) Not Present Present No Yes Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 GROUNDWATER RESOURCES1 Not Present Present State, County, Municipal or Local Public Supply Xxxxx Not Present Present No Yes Residential Well Not Present Present No Yes Well Head Protection Area Not Present Present No Yes Springs, Seeps Not Present Present No Yes Potable Water Source Not Present Present No Yes Sole Source and/or Exceptional Value Aquifers Not Present Present No Yes Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 WETLANDS1 Not Present Present Open Water Not Present Present No Yes Vegetated Emergent Not Present Present No Yes Scrub Shrub Not Present Present No Yes Forested Not Present Present No Yes Exceptional Value Not Present Present No Yes Documentation4 Wetland Identification and Delineation Report Conceptual Mitigation Plan 404 (b)(1) Alternative Analysis (ATTACH TO THE CEE.) Jurisdictional Determination (ATTACH JD LETTER TO THE CEE.) Functional Assessment Analysis Methodology: Options/design modifications were investigated to avoid impacts to wetlands: Yes No N/A There are no practicable alternatives to construction within the wetlands: Yes No N/A The alternative chosen (proposed project) includes all practicable measures to minimize harm to wetlands: Yes No N/A If the answer to any of the above three questions is No, provide an explanation in the Remarks Section below. Executive Order 11990 Compliance Based on information herewithin, it is determined that there is no practicable alternative to the proposed construction in wetlands and the proposed action includes all practicable measures to minimize harm to wetlands which may result from such use. Number of wetlands impacted: 1,615 Describe Any Permanent Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total 0 Acreage of 1,615 linear feet of unavoidable permanent impacts to perennial, intermittent, and ephemeral streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 and RC2 construction. Permanent impacts associated with Section RC1 equal 515 linear feet and currently it is estimated that 1,100 linear feet of impacts will occur associated with Section RC2. Impact numbers for Section RC2 will be refined during final design and a CE Re-evaluation will be prepared to document any changes associated with Section RC2. Permanent impacts include partial and complete filling of the channels in Sections RC1 and RC2 to extend the slopes of the roadway as well as the extension of pipes and culverts throughout the project corridor. Channels that are completely filled will involve relocation. Neshaminy Creek will receive permanent impacts in Section RC2 from the placement of new piers within the active stream channel and shading impacts from the new structure. Describe Any Temporary Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 2,186 linear feet of unavoidable temporary impact to perennial an intermittent streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 construction and the off-site stream and wetland mitigation construction. Temporary impacts from Section RC2 will be refined as the design progresses toward final design. Temporary impacts will occur to unnamed tributaries of the Poquessing Creek, and the Neshaminy Creek and its unnamed tributaries within the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 project area and the two mitigation sites. Temporary impacts are anticipated from general construction access, stream diversions, and the removal of the existing S.R. 0001 bridge piers and the placement of the new S.R. 0001 bridge piers. Cofferdams and causeways will be required to be placed in Neshaminy Creek during the new bridge construction. An off-site mitigation project is included in the proposed project to provide stream and wetland mitigation for unavoidable impacts to streams and wetlands resulting from the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 roadway construction. This project will involve impacts to unnamed tributaries of the Neshaminy Creek as a result of the mitigation construction. The S.R. 0001 project also includes an on-site stream and wetland mitigation project along S.R. 0132 (Street Road). The on-site mitigation construction will result in impacts to an unnamed tributary of the Poquessing Creek. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Project Specific Restoration/Enhancement: 2,342 linear feet Advanced Compensation/Bankingimpacted: 0 linear feet OtherRemarks: Mitigation Remarks For Section RC1, PennDOT is proposing On-Site and Off-Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the overall S.R. 0001 project, Sections RC1 and RC2. Section RC1 has impacts to streams, but no wetland impacts. All compensatory mitigation for Section RC1 will be accomplished No wetlands found at the On-Site mitigation project. Section RC2 has both stream and wetland impacts that require compensatory mitigation. This mitigation will take place at the proposed Off- Site mitigation project. The On-Site stream mitigation site consists of an unnamed tributary (UNT) to Poquessing Creek, located in the vicinity of the westbound Street Road ramp to northbound S.R. 0001 within PennDOT acquired right-of-way. The project limits begin approximately 200 feet upstream of the confluence of the UNT to Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26), and extends downstream for a distance of approximately 700 feet to the twin box culverts located at the Pennsylvania Turnpike slip ramp. The proposed On-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 789 linear feet of the UNT to the Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and 71 linear feet of an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26) for a total of 860 linear feet of mitigated (restored) stream. The proposed Off-Site stream mitigation site is located approximately 2 miles southeast of the S.R. 0001 project limits on Bensalem School District Property. The Off-Site mitigation proposes to reestablish an UNT to Neshaminy Creek. The proposed Off-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 1,482 linear feet of the UNT to the Neshaminy Creek (WUS-M1). Both the On-Site and Off-Site stream mitigation sites will mitigate for all permanent stream impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Group 03S, Sections RC1 and RC2 roadway improvement project and are located within the same Hydrologic Unit Code (02-04-02), the Delaware River Basin. Additionally, the Off-Site mitigation will satisfy mitigation requirements for anticipated Section RC2 aquatic resource impacts within the Neshaminy Creek watershed that are located within the Coastal Zone Management Area. A Mitigation Plan has been developed for the S.R. 0001 Project in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) 2008 Final Compensatory Mitigation Rule. The Mitigation Plan, which can be found in the project technical files, proposes On-Site and Off- Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Sections RC1 and RC2 project. Remarks Overall the extent of permanent impact to jurisdictional waters of the U.S. is 1,615 linear feet, which has changed from 2,366 linear feet since the CER approved in 2013. Waters of the U.S. include drainage channels and streams. Breakdown of impacts to each channel will be calculated during the permit preparation phase of the project. Changes to the above information since the approved 2013 CER are due to refinements from the on-going engineering design studies and development of stream and wetland mitigationreview. PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 COASTAL ZONE1 Not Present Present No Yes Documentation4 DEP Coastal Zone Coordination Letter Remarks: PRESENCE IMPACTS2, 3 FLOODPLAINS1 Not Present Present No Yes No significant floodplain encroachment would occur. If, after consultation with FHWA, it is concluded that there will be significant floodplain encroachment, a floodplain finding is required, and an EIS or EA will need to be prepared because a CEE is not an appropriate level of NEPA documentation.

AQUATIC RESOURCES. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 STREAMS, RIVERS & WATERCOURSES1 Not Present Present Intermittent (streams only) Not Present Present No Yes Perennial Not Present Present No Yes Wild trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Stocked trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Identify all streams and their classifications per Chapter 93 of 25 PA Code (e.g. CWF, WWF, HQ, EV) Since the CE Re-evaluation in 2013 the southernmost portion of the project area in Section RC1 occurs within the Poquessing Creek HUC-12 Watershed. There are two unnamed tributaries to Poquessing Creek within and immediately surrounding the project area. The Poquessing Creek and its tributaries are designated as Warm Water Fisheries (WWF) and Migratory Fisheries (MF) according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), the Poquessing Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Since the CE Re-evaluation approved in 2013, it has been determined that the northern part of the RC1 Section and Section RC2 of the S.R. 0001 Project occurs within the Core Creek-Neshaminy Creek HUC-12 Watershed. Streams located within this portion of the project area include the Neshaminy Creek and three unnamed tributaries to the Neshaminy Creek. The Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries are also designated as WWF and MF according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the PFBC, the Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Linear feet of Streams permanently impacted: 1,615 Describe Any Permanent Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 1,615 linear feet of unavoidable permanent impacts to perennial, intermittent, and ephemeral streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 and RC2 construction. Permanent impacts associated with Section RC1 equal 515 linear feet and currently it is estimated that 1,100 linear feet of impacts will occur associated with Section RC2. Impact numbers for Section RC2 will be refined during final design and a CE Re-evaluation will be prepared to document any changes associated with Section RC2. Permanent impacts include partial and complete filling of the channels in Sections RC1 and RC2 to extend the slopes of the roadway as well as the extension of pipes and culverts throughout the project corridor. Channels that are completely filled will involve relocation. Neshaminy Creek will receive permanent impacts in Section RC2 from the placement of new piers within the active stream channel and shading impacts from the new structure. Describe Any Temporary Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 2,186 linear feet of unavoidable temporary impact to perennial an intermittent streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 construction and the off-site stream and wetland mitigation construction. Temporary impacts from Section RC2 will be refined as the design progresses toward final design. Temporary impacts will occur to unnamed tributaries of the Poquessing Creek, and the Neshaminy Creek and its unnamed tributaries within the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 project area and the two mitigation sites. Temporary impacts are anticipated from general construction access, stream diversions, and the removal of the existing S.R. 0001 bridge piers and the placement of the new S.R. 0001 bridge piers. Cofferdams and causeways will be required to be placed in Neshaminy Creek during the new bridge construction. An off-site mitigation project is included in the proposed project to provide stream and wetland mitigation for unavoidable impacts to streams and wetlands resulting from the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 roadway construction. This project will involve impacts to unnamed tributaries of the Neshaminy Creek as a result of the mitigation construction. The S.R. 0001 project also includes an on-site stream and wetland mitigation project along S.R. 0132 (Street Road). The on-site mitigation construction will result in impacts to an unnamed tributary of the Poquessing Creek. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Project Specific Restoration/Enhancement: 2,342 linear feet Advanced Compensation/Banking: 0 linear feet Other: Mitigation Remarks For Section RC1, PennDOT is proposing On-Site Remarks PRESENCE IMPACTS2 FEDERAL WILD & SCENIC RIVERS & STREAMS1 Not Present Present No Yes Documentation3 Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Describe Mitigation Remarks PRESENCE IMPACTS2 WETLANDS1 Not Present Present Open Water Not Present Present No Yes Vegetated Emergent Not Present Present No Yes Scrub Shrub Not Present Present No Yes Forested Not Present Present No Yes Exceptional Value Not Present Present No Yes Documentation3 Wetland Identification and Off-Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the overall S.R. 0001 project, Sections RC1 and RC2. Section RC1 has impacts to streams, but no wetland impacts. All compensatory mitigation for Section RC1 will be accomplished at the On-Site mitigation project. Section RC2 has both stream and wetland impacts that require compensatory mitigation. This mitigation will take place at the proposed Off- Site mitigation project. The On-Site stream mitigation site consists of an unnamed tributary (UNT) to Poquessing Creek, located in the vicinity of the westbound Street Road ramp to northbound S.R. 0001 within PennDOT acquired right-of-way. The project limits begin approximately 200 feet upstream of the confluence of the UNT to Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26), and extends downstream for a distance of approximately 700 feet to the twin box culverts located at the Pennsylvania Turnpike slip ramp. The proposed On-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 789 linear feet of the UNT to the Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and 71 linear feet of an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26) for a total of 860 linear feet of mitigated (restored) stream. The proposed Off-Site stream mitigation site is located approximately 2 miles southeast of the S.R. 0001 project limits on Bensalem School District Property. The Off-Site mitigation proposes to reestablish an UNT to Neshaminy Creek. The proposed Off-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 1,482 linear feet of the UNT to the Neshaminy Creek (WUS-M1). Both the On-Site and Off-Site stream mitigation sites will mitigate for all permanent stream impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Group 03S, Sections RC1 and RC2 roadway improvement project and are located within the same Hydrologic Unit Code (02-04-02), the Delaware River Basin. Additionally, the Off-Site mitigation will satisfy mitigation requirements for anticipated Section RC2 aquatic resource impacts within the Neshaminy Creek watershed that are located within the Coastal Zone Management Area. A Delineation Report Conceptual Mitigation Plan has been developed for the S.R. 0001 404 (b)(1) Alternative Analysis (ATTACH TO THE CEE.) Jurisdictional Determination (ATTACH JD LETTER TO THE CEE.) Functional Assessment Analysis Methodology Number of Wetlands permanently impacted: Acreage of Wetlands permanently impacted: Describe Any Permanent Impacts Describe Any Temporary Impacts Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Project in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Specific Replacement/Construction: acres Banking: acres Bank to be Debited: Restoration: acres CE Evaluation Part B, Section A-2 Environmental Evaluation Subject Areas (USACE) 2008 Final Compensatory Mitigation Rule. The Mitigation Plan, which can be found in the project technical files, proposes On-Site and Off- Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Sections RC1 and RC2 project. Remarks Overall the extent of permanent impact to jurisdictional waters of the U.S. is 1,615 linear feet, which has changed from 2,366 linear feet since the CER approved in 2013. Waters of the U.S. include drainage channels and streams. Breakdown of impacts to each channel will be calculated during the permit preparation phase of the project. Changes to the above information since the approved 2013 CER are due to refinements from the on-going engineering design studies and development of stream and wetland mitigation. PRESENCE IMPACTS2Land)

AQUATIC RESOURCES. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 STREAMS, RIVERS & WATERCOURSES1 Not Present Present Intermittent (streams only) Not Present Present No Yes Perennial Not Present Present No Yes Wild trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Stocked trout streams Not Present Present No Yes Identify all streams and their classifications per Chapter 93 of 25 PA Code (e.g. CWF, WWF, HQ, EV) Since the CE ReXxxxx Creek - HQ-evaluation in 2013 the southernmost portion of the project area in Section RC1 occurs within the Poquessing CWF-MF - not wild, --- TROUT STOCKED Salt Lick Creek HUC-12 Watershed. There are two unnamed tributaries to Poquessing - HQ-CWF-MF - not wild, --- TROUT STOCKED Susquehanna River - WWF-MF, not wild, not stocked Trowbridge Creek within and immediately surrounding the project area. The Poquessing Creek and its tributaries are designated as Warm Water Fisheries (WWF) and Migratory Fisheries (- CWF-MF) according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93not wild, Water Quality Standards. According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), the Poquessing Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Since the CE Re-evaluation approved in 2013, it has been determined that the northern part of the RC1 Section and Section RC2 of the S.R. 0001 Project occurs within the Core Creek-Neshaminy Creek HUC-12 Watershed. Streams located within this portion of the project area include the Neshaminy Creek and three unnamed tributaries to the Neshaminy Creek. The Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries are also designated as WWF and MF according to the PA Code Title 25, Chapter 93, Water Quality Standards. According to the PFBC, the Neshaminy Creek and its tributaries within the vicinity of and downstream of the project area are not classified as Approved Trout Waters, Class A Wild Trout Streams, stocked trout waters, or as streams supporting natural trout reproduction. Linear feet of Streams permanently impacted: 1,615 0 Describe Any Permanent Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 1,615 linear feet of unavoidable permanent impacts to perennial, intermittent, and ephemeral streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 and RC2 construction. Permanent impacts associated with Section RC1 equal 515 linear feet and currently it is estimated that 1,100 linear feet of impacts will occur associated with Section RC2. Impact numbers for Section RC2 will be refined during final design and a CE Re-evaluation will be prepared to document any changes associated with Section RC2. Permanent impacts include partial and complete filling of the channels in Sections RC1 and RC2 to extend the slopes of the roadway as well as the extension of pipes and culverts throughout the project corridor. Channels that are completely filled will involve relocation. Neshaminy Creek will receive permanent impacts in Section RC2 from the placement of new piers within the active stream channel and shading impacts from the new structureNone. Describe Any Temporary Impacts Since the CER approved in 2013, it has been determined that a total of 2,186 linear feet of unavoidable temporary impact to perennial an intermittent streams is anticipated from the Section RC1 construction and the off-site stream and wetland mitigation construction. Temporary impacts from Section RC2 will be refined as anticipated to the design progresses toward final design. Temporary impacts will occur to unnamed tributaries of the Poquessing Creek, and the Neshaminy streams are: Xxxxx Creek and its unnamed tributaries within the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 project area and the two mitigation sites. Temporary impacts are anticipated from general construction access, stream diversions, and the removal of the existing S.R. 0001 bridge piers and the placement of the new S.R. 0001 bridge piers. Cofferdams and causeways will be required to be placed in Neshaminy - 270 Linear Feet Salt Lick Creek during the new bridge construction. An off-site mitigation project is included in the proposed project to provide stream and wetland mitigation for unavoidable impacts to streams and wetlands resulting from the S.R. 0001, Section RC1 and RC2 roadway construction. This project will involve impacts to unnamed tributaries of the Neshaminy - 60 Linear Feet Trowbridge Creek as a result of the mitigation construction. The S.R. 0001 project also includes an on-site stream and wetland mitigation project along S.R. 0132 (Street Road). The on-site mitigation construction will result in impacts to an unnamed tributary of the Poquessing Creek. - 240 Linear Feet Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Project Specific Restoration/Enhancement: 2,342 linear feet Advanced Compensation/Banking: 0 linear feet Other: Mitigation Remarks For Section RC1The project will have an in Stream restricted period for STOCKED TROUT. TROUT STOCKED in stream work restriction from March 1 to June 15 on any calendar year. Remarks PRESENCE IMPACTS2 FEDERAL WILD & SCENIC RIVERS & STREAMS1 Not Present Present No Yes Remarks None PRESENCE IMPACTS2 STATE SCENIC RIVERS & STREAMS1 Not Present Present No Yes Remarks None PRESENCE IMPACTS2 NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS1 Not Present Present Coast Guard Navigable Not Present Present No Yes PFBC Water Trail Not Present Present No Yes Recreational Boating Waterway Not Present Present No Yes Documentation3 PFBC Aids to Navigation Plan Coast Guard Coordination Describe Any Permanent and Temporary Impacts Susquehanna River - There are only Temporary Impacts anticipated due to the installation of a temporary causeway to accommodate pier construction. An ATON Plan will be incorporated into the bid package. Temporary impacts anticipated to the river are: 610 Linear Feet. Due to the tidally-influenced navigable waterway, PennDOT USCG coordination will be conducted during Final Design. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Remarks None PRESENCE IMPACTS2 OTHER SURFACE WATERS1 Not Present Present Remarks None PRESENCE IMPACTS2 GROUNDWATER RESOURCES1 Not Present Present State, County, Municipal or Local Public Supply Xxxxx Not Present Present No Yes Residential Well Not Present Present No Yes Well Head Protection Area Not Present Present No Yes Springs, Seeps Not Present Present No Yes Potable Water Source Not Present Present No Yes Sole Source and/or Exceptional Value Aquifers Not Present Present No Yes Describe Any Permanent and Temporary Impacts None. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Remarks None. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 WETLANDS1 Not Present Present Open Water Not Present Present No Yes Vegetated Emergent Not Present Present No Yes Scrub Shrub Forested Not Present Not Present Present Present No Yes No Yes Exceptional Value Not Present Present No Yes Documentation3 Data Forms Wetland Identification and Delineation Report Conceptual Mitigation Plan 404 (b)(1) Alternative Analysis Jurisdictional Determination Functional Assessment Analysis Methodology Refer to methodology listed on page 1 of the Final Wetland ID and Delineation Report (dated Nov. 2014). Number of Wetlands permanently impacted: 36 Acreage of Wetlands permanently impacted: .27 Describe Any Permanent Impacts The permanent impacts result from the construction of the following: Rock aprons, rock chutes, headwalls, swale re-grading, single face concrete barrier & fill slopes. Describe Any Temporary Impacts None. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Project Specific Replacement/Construction: .27 acres Banking: acres Bank to be Debited: Restoration: acres Preservation: acres In-Lieu Fee: whole dollars Other: Mitigation Remarks At this time, the plan is proposing On-Site to construct a mitigation site at the NW Quadrant of the Exit 230 Interchange infield. Executive Order 11990 Compliance Compliance requires the determination that there is no practicable alternative to the proposed construction in wetlands and Off-Site stream mitigation the proposed action includes all practicable measures to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the overall S.R. 0001 project, Sections RC1 and RC2minimize harm to wetlands which may result from such use. Section RC1 has Options/design modifications were investigated to avoid impacts to streamswetlands: Yes No N/A There are no practicable alternatives to construction within the wetlands: Yes No N/A Alternative chosen (proposed project) includes all practicable measures to minimize harm to wetlands: Yes No N/A If the answer to any of the above three questions is No, but no wetland impactsprovide an explanation in the Remarks Section below. All compensatory mitigation for Section RC1 Remarks None. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 COASTAL ZONE1 Not Present Present No Yes Remarks None. PRESENCE IMPACTS2 FLOODPLAINS1 Not Present Present No Yes No significant floodplain encroachment would occur. If, after consultation with FHWA, it is concluded that there will be accomplished significant floodplain encroachment, a floodplain finding is required, and an EIS or EA will need to be prepared because a CEE is not an appropriate level of NEPA documentation. Significant floodplain encroachment is defined in DM-1B. Describe Any Permanent and Temporary Impacts Susquehanna River - no permanent impacts anticipated, only temporary impacts due to installation of E&S Measures. Trowbridge Creek - no permanent impacts anticipated, only temporary impacts due to installation of E&S Measures. Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Remarks None. SOIL EROSION & SEDIMENTATION1 Are there activities that could cause erosion or sedimentation and would require E&S Controls? Yes No N/A Documentation3 Coordination w/County Conservation District E&S Control Plan NPDES Stormwater Construction Permit Is mitigation incorporated? No Yes Remarks All earth disturbed during construction will be stabilized at the On-Site mitigation project. Section RC2 has both stream and wetland impacts that require compensatory mitigation. This mitigation will take place at the proposed Off- Site mitigation project. The On-Site stream mitigation site consists of an unnamed tributary (UNT) to Poquessing Creek, located in the vicinity of the westbound Street Road ramp to northbound S.R. 0001 within PennDOT acquired right-of-way. The project limits begin approximately 200 feet upstream of the confluence of the UNT to Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26), and extends downstream for a distance of approximately 700 feet to the twin box culverts located at the Pennsylvania Turnpike slip ramp. The proposed On-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 789 linear feet of the UNT to the Poquessing Creek (WUS-25) and 71 linear feet of an unnamed perennial tributary to Poquessing Creek (WUS-26) for a total of 860 linear feet of mitigated (restored) stream. The proposed Off-Site stream mitigation site is located approximately 2 miles southeast of the S.R. 0001 project limits on Bensalem School District Property. The Off-Site mitigation proposes to reestablish an UNT to Neshaminy Creek. The proposed Off-Site mitigation project includes relocation/restoration of 1,482 linear feet of the UNT to the Neshaminy Creek (WUS-M1). Both the On-Site and Off-Site stream mitigation sites will mitigate for all permanent stream impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Group 03S, Sections RC1 and RC2 roadway improvement project and are located within the same Hydrologic Unit Code (02-04-02), the Delaware River Basin. Additionally, the Off-Site mitigation will satisfy mitigation requirements for anticipated Section RC2 aquatic resource impacts within the Neshaminy Creek watershed that are located within the Coastal Zone Management Area. A Mitigation Plan has been developed for the S.R. 0001 Project in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) 2008 Final Compensatory Mitigation Rule. The Mitigation Plan, which can be found in the project technical files, proposes On-Site and Off- Site stream mitigation to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements for the anticipated impacts associated with the S.R. 0001, Sections RC1 and RC2 project. Remarks Overall the extent of permanent impact to jurisdictional waters of the U.S. is 1,615 linear feet, which has changed from 2,366 linear feet since the CER approved in 2013. Waters of the U.S. include drainage channels and streams. Breakdown of impacts to each channel will be calculated during the permit preparation phase completion of the project. Changes Any TCE areas will be restored to the above information since the approved 2013 CER are due to refinements from the on-going engineering design studies and development of stream and wetland mitigation. PRESENCE IMPACTS2original or better condition upon project completion.