CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION Houston Belt Junction Second Main

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CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
Houston Belt Junction Second Main
HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS
Project Number 0912-71-001
Prepared By:
Federal Highway Administration,
Texas Department of Transportation,
and
Gulf Coast Rail District
July, 2012
Table of Contents
Page
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
1.0 INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................
2.0 PURPOSE AND NEED FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT ...................................................
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2.1 PURPOSE FOR THE PROPOSED ACTION ..... ...... ..... ............. .............. ........... .......
2.2 NEED OF THE PROPOSED ACTION .......... ............................................................
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3.0 DESIGN ..................................................................................................................................
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3.1 EXISTING FACILITY................................................. .................................................
3.2 PROPOSED FACILITY ..............................................................................................
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4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND IMPACTS..... .. .............. .............. .. .... ............
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4.1 SOCIOECONOMICS.................... ............... ............. .................................. 6
4.1.1 RIGHT-OF-WAY/DISPLACEMENTS........................................................ 6
4.1.1 COMMUNITY IMPACTS ...................................... ...................................... 6
4.1.2 COMMUNITY COHESION ......................................................................... 6
4.2 ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ............ ........................................ ...... .......................... 7
4.3 LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY .......... ................................................................. 8
4.4 LAND USE.................................................................................................................. 8
4.5 SOILS.......................................................................................................................... 8
4.5.1 FARMLAND POLICY PROTECTION ACT ................................................. 9
4.6 VEGETATION..... ....................................................................................................... 9
4.6.1 INVASIVE SPECIES .................................................................................. 9
4.7 WILDLIFE................................................................................................................... 9
4.8 MIGRATORY BIRDS... .............................................................................................. 10
4.9 THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES....................................................... 10
4.10 SECTION 4(f) ... .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .... ... .... .... .. .. .. ...... .. .. .... .... .. ...... .. .... .. .... .... .. ... .. .... .. .. .. .... 15
4.11 FLOODPLAINS ...... ....... ........ .......... ..... ............. ....... ...... .................. ........ ............ .... 15
4.12 COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT PLAN ................................................................ 15
4.13 ESSENTIAL FISH HABITAT .................................................................................... 15
4.14 WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS.. .................................................................................. 15
4.15 WATERS OF THE U.S., INCLUDING WETLANDS ................................................. 16
4.16 WATER QUALITY..................................................................................................... 16
4.16.1 IMPAIRED WATERS ................................................................................. 16
4.1 6.2 TEXAS POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM................... 16
4.17 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ...................................................................................... 17
4.17.1 REGULATORY RECORDS REVIEW ......................................................... 17
4.17.2 VISUAL OBSERVATION ............................................. ............................... 27
4.18 AIR QUALITY ........................................................................................................... 24
4.18.1 NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS (NAAQS) ................... 24
4.18.2 PROPOSED PROJECT.................................................................... 24
4.19 NOISE AND VIBRATION .......................................................................................... 24
4.19.1 NOISE .............................. ..... ... ... .... ........ ... ... ..... ... ........ ... ........... 24
4.19.2 VIBRATION ........ ............................... .. ... ...... ................................ 25
4.20 CULTURAL RESOURCES ...... ............... ...... ...................................... ..................... 27
4.20.1 HISTORIC STRUCTURES ........... ............................................................... 27
4.20.2 ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES ............................................................. 28
4.21 CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS ............................. .............................................. ......... 28
4.22 INDIRECT AND CUM ULATIVE IMPACTS .............................................................. 28
5.0 PERMITS ................................................................................................................................. 29
5.1 U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS .................................................. ...... .............
29
6.0 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT ........................................................................................................ 29
7.0 CONCLUSION ......................................................................................................................... 30
8.0 REFERENCES.......................................................................................................................... 31
Tables
Table 1 Population Numbers .............................. ..... .......... ..................................................... 4
Table 2 Race/ Ethnicity and Low Income Characteristics ................................................................. 6
Table 3 Federal and State Threatened and Endangered Species for Harris County ......................... 8
Table 4 Listed Hazardous Materials Sites ...... ................................................... ............................. . 16
Table 5 Train Noise Assessment Results .. ... .......... ........ .. ............ ........................... .................. ..... 24
Figures
Figure 1 Project Location Map.. . .. . .. . .. .. .. ... .. . .. . .. . .. . ... ... .. . ... .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. .. .. . .. . .. .. ..
Figure 2 Project Improvement Map.. . ............ ... ............ .. . ...... ....... ........ ....... ......... .... .. .. .....
Figure 3 Hazardous Materials Overview Map ...... ....... .. ........... ....... ....... ... ....... . .. ................
Figure 4 Hazardous Materials Detail Map ..... ....... .. . ....... .... ... ...... ..... ......... ............. .... ........
Figure 5 Generalized Ground Vibration Curves ........ . ... ......... .... .............. .............. ...... .......
Appendices
Appendix A FRACE form
Appendix B Plan Set
Appendix C Site Photographs
Appendix 0 Wetland Delineation
Appendix E Noise Assessment
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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
APE Area of Potential Effect
AST Aboveground Storage Tank
BMP Best Management Practices
BNSF Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad
CE Categorical Exclusion
CEQ Council on Environmental Quality
CERCUS Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Information System
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COH City of Houston
CORRACT Corrective Action
CWA Clean Water Act
DOT Department of Transportation
E East
EDR Environmental Data Resources, Inc.
EJ Environmental Justice
EO Executive Order
EOID Element Occurrence Record
EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
ERNS Emergency Response Notification System
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FHWA Federal Highway Administration
FPPA Farmland Protection Policy Act
FRA Federal Railroad Administration
FTA Federal Transit Administration
GCRD Gulf Coast Rail District
lOP Innocent Owner/Opera tor Program
IRUST Indian Reservation Underground Storage Tank
HGB Houston-Galveston-Brazoria area
HRFS Houston Region Freight Rail Study
HSWA Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments
IH Interstate Highway
LEP Limited English Proficiency
LF TCEQ Solid Waste Facilities
LFUN Unauthorized and Unpermitted Landfill Sites
LPST Leaking Petroleum Storage Tank
LQG Large Quantity Generators
LUST Leaking Underground Storage Tank
MBTA Migratory Bird Treaty Act
NAAQS National Ambient Air Quality Standards
NAC Noise Abatement Criteria
NOD Natural Diversity Database
NEPA National Environmental Policy Act
NFRAP No Further Remedial Action Planned
NHD National Hydrography Dataset
NHPA National Historic Preservation Act
NOI Notice of Intent
NOx Nitrogen oxides
NPL National Priority List
NRCS Natural Resources Conservation Service
NRHP National Register of Historic Places
NWI National Wetlands Inventory
ROW Right-of-Way
RCRA- G Resource Conservation and Recovery Information System -Generator
RCRA TSD Resource Conservation and Recovery Information System -Treatment, Storage, or Disposal
ROD Record of Decision
RTHL Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks
SAL State Archeological Landmark
SHPO State Historic Preservation Officer
SPILL Spills List
SOC Species of Concern
SSF State Superfund
SWPPP Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
TCEQ Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
THC Texas Historical Commission
TPDES Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
TPWD Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
TxDOT Texas Department of Transportation
TX STIP Texas State Transportation Improvement Program
UPRR Union Pacific Railroad
USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
USFWS U.S . Fish and Wildlife Service
USGS U.S. Geological Survey
UST Underground Storage Tank
VCP Voluntary Cleanup Program
VOC Volatile Organic Compounds
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Belt Junction is the intersection of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) Houston
Subdivision to the west, the Houston East Belt Subdivision to the east, the Union Pacific
Railroad (UPRR) Palestine Subdivision to the north and the beginning of the Houston West Belt
Subdivision to the south. The crossing diamond is located on the Houston West Belt Subdivision
at milepost 229.04. Currently, there is a single track bottleneck point between two double track
segments at Belt Junction. The project would install 3,900 feet of second main track, a diamond
rail crossing through the Houston West Belt Junction, 4 power operated turnouts, realigning
quadrant connections as necessary and reconstructing the manual interlocker signal system.
The construction limits extend from approximately Crosstimbers Road to Caplin Street, parallel
and east of West Hardy Street within the existing West Belt right-of-way. This portion of track is
located northwest of Interstate Highway (IH) 610 and US 59 near downtown Houston, Harris
County, Texas.
Figures 1 and 2 show the project location and the location of the proposed track improvements.
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2.0 PURPOSE AND NEED FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT
2.1 Purpose.
The purpose of the project is to reduce congestion and air pollution associated with freight train
and vehicular movement along corridors connecting at the Houston Belt and Terminal Railway
Belt Junction. This project is located within Harris County which is part of the HoustonGalveston-Brazoria (HGB) area that has been designated by the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) as a severe non-attainment area for ozone.
2.2 Need.
The causes of congestion at this location are described as follow:
• There is a single track bottleneck point between two double track segments (Houston
West Belt Subdivision and UPRR Palestine Subdivision) at Belt Junction.
• Between Belt Junction and Spring Junction, along the UPRR Palestine Subdivision, the
railroad is utilized in a bi-directional manner averaging 30- to 40 trains daily in this
segment (TxDOT Houston Region Freight Rail Study (HRFS), 2007, p. 4-28).
• The Houston West Belt Subdivision is a double track line with the exception of a very short
segment through Belt Junction where the Palestine Number 1 track turns into the West
Belt Number 1 track at the Subdivision Limits at milepost 228.9. (HRFS, p. 4-38)
• The Houston West Belt Subdivision is approximately 9 miles in length and is utilized in a
bi-directional manner averaging 65-75 trains daily (HRFS, p. 4-38).
• The Houston East Belt Subdivision makes an approximately 11 mile loop around the east
side of Houston. It is a double track mainline operated in a bi-directional manner
averaging between 80-90 trains per day. (HRFS, p. 4-11 ).
• The East Belt connects to multiple other subdivisions in the study region. (HRFS,p. 4-11)
• Belt Junction is located approximiately three miles from the Houston Central Business
District. Connecting lines traverse densely developed sections of the city and include
more than 100 at-grade crossings that are directly impacted by delays at Belt Junction.
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3.0 ALTERNATIVES
3.1 Existing Facility (No-Build)
Belt Junction is the intersection of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) Houston
Subdivision to the west, the Houston East Belt Subdivision to the east, the Union Pacific
Railroad (UPRR) Palestine Subdivision to the north and the beginning of the Houston West Belt
Subdivision to the south. The crossing diamond is located on the Houston West Belt Subdivision
at milepost 229.04. Currently, there is a single track bottleneck point between two double track
segments at Belt Junction. This bottleneck creates backups for trains and affects vehicle wait
times at up to 100 grade crossings. The no-build alternative would not meet the project purpose
and need for reduced congestion and air pollution along this corridor.
3.2 Proposed Facility
The proposed project would install 3,900 feet of second main track, a diamond rail crossing
through the Houston West Belt Junction, 4 power operated turnouts, realigning quadrant
connections as necessary and reconstructing the manual interlocker signal system.
This project will remove the bottleneck by providing a second main track between two track
segments that already have double tracks. There are more than 100 at-grade crossings that are
affected by the bottleneck, located in densely developed segments of central Houston (East
Belt, Lufkin, Palestine, Terminal, West Belt).
The proposed project will result in improvement of train movement and these benefits that meet
the project purpose and need:
Annual reduction in vehicle delay at corridor crossings = 46,760 hours {TX STIP, 2011)
20-year reduction in vehicle delay at corridor crossings =3,256,840 hours
Reduced rail impedance by 12% or 23 hours per day
Decreased locomotive emissions and fuel consumption
Decrease vehicular emissions and fuel consumption by approximately 5%
Annual reduction in Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) = 8 tons
20-year reduction in VOC =340 tons
Annual reduction in Nitrogen oxides (NOx) = 3 tons
20-year reduction in NOx = 129 tons
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4.0 ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND IMPACTS
4.1 Socioeconomics
The project is located in a densely developed part of the City of Houston, Harris County, Texas.
Population numbers for Houston, Harris County and Texas are shown in Table 1 below:
Location
Ci!Y_ of Houston
Harris County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Ta ble 1 Popu Iaf1on Nurnb ers
Population
2000 Census
2010 Census
1,953,631
2,099,451
3,400,578
4,092,459
Percent change
7.5
20.3
4.1.1 Right-of-Way/ Displacements
The existing Right-of-Way (ROW) is owned by UPRR, and no additional ROW will be required
for this project.
4.1.2 Community Impacts
The project area for community impacts was from East Crosstimbers Street to the north, Caplin
Street to the south, West Hardy Road to the west, and Schneider and Gold Streets to the east. .
The proposed project is located entirely within existing ROW and would not require any
displacements or relocations .
There is residential and commercial development to the east, and industrial development to the
west. There will be no change in access after construction is done. During construction, the
grade crossing at Bennington Road just east of West Hardy Road will be temporarily closed for
track improvements. The City of Houston plans to improve the intersection during construction ,
but at least one lane will be kept open for that work. Residents, businesses, and emergency
services will be notified during the time periods of closure of the grade crossing.
Local and regional economic growth will be the determining factors of future development in this
area. No social impacts are anticipated because the project does not alter travel patterns or
change the location of railroad tracks in communities that already have existing railroad tracks.
The improvement in rail traffic will reduce delays for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians at a
large number of grade crossings in the vicinity of the Belt Junction.
No public facilities are located in or immediately adjacent to the project area.
4.1.3 Community Cohesion
Community cohesion is a term that refers to an aggregate quality of a residential area.
Cohesion is a social attribute that indicates a sense of community, common responsibility, and
social interaction within a limited geographic area. There are residences within the vicinity of the
project, but none that would be negatively affected by the proposed project. The proposed
project would be within existing ROW and there are no relocations. The proposed project is not
expected to adversely impact adjacent property values. No adverse impacts to any
neighborhoods, communities, or other social units are anticipated as a result of the proposed
project.
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4.2 Environmental Justice
Executive Order (EO) 12898 "Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority
Populations and Low-Income Populations" requires each Federal agency to "make achieving
environmental justice part of its mission by identifying and addressing, as appropriate,
disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects of its programs,
policies and activities on minority populations and low-income populations." The FHWA has
identified three fundamental principles of environmental justice:
• To avoid, minimize or mitigate disproportionately high and adverse human health or
environmental effects, including social and economic effects, on minority populations
and low-income populations;
• To ensure full and fair participation by all potentially affected communities in the
transportation decision-making process;
• To prevent the denial of, reduction in or significant delay in the receipt of benefits by
minority populations and low-income populations.
Adverse effects means the totality of substantial individual or cumulative human health or
environmental effects, including interrelated social and economic effects, which may include, but
are not limited to: bodily impairment, infirmity, illness or death; air, noise, and water pollution
and soil contamination; destruction or disruption of man-made or natural resources; destruction
or diminution of aesthetic values; destruction or disruption of community cohesion or a
community's economic vitality; destruction or disruption of the availability of public and private
facilities and services; vibration; adverse employment effects; displacement of persons,
businesses, farms, or nonprofit organizations; increased traffic congestion, isolation, exclusion
or separation of minority or low-income individuals within a given community or from the broader
community; and the denial of, reduction in, or substantial delay in the receipt of, benefits of DOT
programs, policies, or activities.
Disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects are defined by
FHWA as adverse effects that:
• Are predominately borne by a minority population and/or a low-income population or
• Will be suffered by the minority population and/or low-income population and are
appreciably more severe or greater in magnitude than the adverse effects that will be
suffered by the non-minority population and/or non-low-income population.
Table 2 shows race, ethnicity, and low income characteristics for the project area, the
neighborhoods in the vicinity of the project area, and the City of Houston overall. This site is
located in an area that has a racial distribution similar to the City overall, but with a higher
Hispanic/ Latino population. The ethnic population is similar to surrounding neighborhoods,
which are also for the most part have a lower median family income and a higher percentage of
people living below the poverty level than the City as a whole.
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. f1cs
. "t an dlow ncome Ch aractens
Ta bl e 2 RaceI Eth nJCI[Y
Census
Geography '
Census
Tract
Block
Group
Race 2
Total
Pop.
White
(%)
AfricanAmerican
(%)
American
Indian/
Alaskan
Native(%)
0.2
0
0
0
0.7
0.7
Ethnicity 3
Asian/
Pacific
Islander
(%)
0.1
1.0
0.9
0.6
0
6.1
Other
/2 or
more
(%)
28.9
41 .9
33.9
28.9
31.6
47.1
Hispanic
or Latino
(%)
Income
Below
Poverty
Level
(%)
31.2
35.5
25.4
36.7
NA0
21 .0
Median
Household
lncome4
($)
24,360
26,080
31 ,892
24,938
NA"
42,962
2201
1
1394
47.9
17.6
79.3
2
1079
60.8
2.3
2202
93.1
2203
2
90.3
1533
63.9
1.7
4
47.5
1403
2207
49.1
19.6
Project Area
21 .3
136
47.7
75.0
City of Houston
2,099,451
50.5
23.7
43.8
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2010 Census.
Notes:
1. The census tracts/block groups including the project area were used to represent a comparative population to
those within the area immediately affected by the project.
2. Percent of persons reporting as White, African-American, American Indian and Alaskan Native, and Asian/
Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander, or Other.
3. Percent of persons reporting as Hispanic or Latino ethnic origin. The U.S. Census Bureau considers race to be
separate from ethnicity. These persons may be of any race.
4. Median household income is for Census Tract; data not available at block group level.
5. Poverty level and median household income data not available at this level of geographic detail.
The project will improve conditions for the neighborhood by improving air quality and reducing
delays at grade crossings in the vicinity. There wi ll be no adverse impacts to the project area at
the completion of the project, thus this project does not have Environmental Justice impacts.
4.3 Limited English Proficiency
Executive Order 13166 "Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English
Proficiency" requires agencies to examine the services they provide, identify any need for
services to those with limited English proficiency (LEP), and develop and implement a system to
provide those services so that LEP persons can have meaningful access to them.
The project area has a large Hispanic population, and thus it is anticipated that LEP populations
would speak Spanish. A public informational meeting was held on May 31, 2012, to provide
information to the neighborhood about this project. Due to the large number of Hispanic
population in this area, public notices were placed in both English and Spanish in the Houston
Chronicle newspaper on-line edition, as well as print legal notices in the print Chronicle and print
La Voz newspapers. In addition, public officials were notified and a notice was placed on the
Gulf Coast Rail District website. Copies of the notices are located in the appendix. No requests
for translators were received.
4.4 Land Use
The project is located in a developed part of Houston, approximately 3 miles from the central
downtown area. Adjacent land use to the west of the project is mostly industrial facilities. Land
use to the east consists of vacant land with transmission lines, and residential areas with a few
commercial facilities. A map of the project area is attached.
4.5 Soils
According to the Web Soil Survey for Harris County, Texas (Natural Resources Conservation
Service), soils in the project area consist of:
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Ce, Clodine- Urban land complex
Gu, Gessner-Urban land complex
Ur, Urban land
Most of the site is located within the Ur soil type. A small area to the north is located within Gu,
and the area south of approximately Bennington Street is mapped as Ce. Descriptions of the
soils are found in the appendix.
4.5.1 Farmland Policy Protection Act
The project is located entirely within an urban area, and none of the project area is mapped as
prime farmland soils, therefore the project would have no impacts under the Farmland
Protection Policy Act (FPPA).
4.6 Vegetation
According to The Gould Ecoregions of Texas map (Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
[TPWD], 27 January 2011 ),the project lies entirely within the Gulf Prairiesecoregion. The terrain
is generally flat, with a humid subtropical climate that includes hot summers and mild winters .
The mean annual temperature ranges around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Streams are low gradient
intermittent or perennial. Much of the area is in cropland or has been developed for cities and
industries.
Originally, this area would have had tallgrass prairie, with typical species including little and big
bluestems, indiangrass, and paspalum in a mixture with many other herbaceous species. Some
areas would have been wooded with southern live oak, honey mesquite, and Texas persimmon.
Currently, this area is within railroad right-of-way. Most of the area is disturbed with
construction of rails and supporting equipment such as signals. Woody vegetation is kept
mostly clear due to rail visibility and fire safety issues.
4.6.1 Invasive Species
Executive Order 13112 was issued to prevent the introduction of invasive species, provide for
their control, and minimize the economic, ecological, and human health impacts. Any
landscaping plans included with the proposed project would include native species in the seed
mixes where practicable according to TxDOT Standard Specifications.
4.7 Wildlife
Wildlife in Harris County includes eastern gray and fox squirrels, various species of bats and
skunks, and small herbivores such as gophers, mice, rabbits, and armadillos, as well as
raccoons and opossums. Alligators, frogs, toads, and numerous snake species, including the
poisonous copperhead, cottonmouth, coral, and rattlesnake, may also be found within the
County. A wide variety of birds, including mockingbirds, cardinals, doves, quail, blue jays, and
roadrunners are also native to the area (Rappole, 1994; Schmidy, 1994).
This area is relatively dry within an urbanized area. Thus, typical wildlife species inhabiting this
area may include squirrels, rabbits , raccoons, skunks, opossums, snakes, and a variety of birds
as the project is located within maintained ROW in an urbanized area. The proposed project is
not expected to fragment or otherwise alter any existing wildlife habitats within the project limits.
Any impacts to wildlife associated with the proposed project are expected to be temporary.
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4.8 Migratory Birds
The project would be implemented in full compliance with all provisions and regulations outlined
in and pursuant to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) ( 16 USC 703-711 ). It is recommended
that construction methods and designs to help ensure compliance with the MBTA be
implemented; for example, seasonal restrictions on vegetation clearing during the nesting
season from March 1 through September 1, marking transmission lines or wires , and the use of
down-shielding lighting. Impacts to the nesting habitat of bird species are ex pected to be
temporary. If clearing would be done during the primary nesting season , it is recommended that
a survey for nesting birds be conducted within a week of the clearing activities. In accordance
w ith the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, no active nests would be removed .
4.9 Threatened and Endangered Species
The Endangered Species Act requires consideration of potential influence attributed to the
proposed project activities upon federally protected species. TPWD's Natural Diversity
Database (NOD) was accessed on May 7, 2012 to provide a list of the state and federal
threatened and endangered species for Harris County along with habitat and site survey
information for these species (Table 3). In addition, the state listed species of concern that are
indigenous to Harris County, habitat and site survey information is also included in the table.
Table 3 - Federal and State Threatened and Endangered Species, and Species of Concern for
Harns
. County
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Species
F ederal
Status
State
Status
Description of Suitable H abitat
E
Endemic; sandy substrate, water in pools,
ephemeral pools, stock tanks; breeds in spring
especially after rains; burrows in soil of adjacent
uplands when inactive; breeds February-June;
associated with soils of the Sparta, Carrizo,
Goliad, Queen City, Recklaw, Weches, and Willis
geologic formations
H abitat
Present
Species P ertinent Project
Effect
Information
Amphibia ns
Houston toad
Anaxyrus
housronensis
LE
No
No
Effect
Project area does not
contain suitable soils
or bodies of water.
Birds
American Peregrine
Falcon
Falco p eregrines
anatum
DL
E
Arctic Peregrine
Falcon
Falco peregrines
lllndrius
DL
T
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus
leucocephalus
DL
T
Year-round resident and local breeder in west
Texas, nests in tall cliff eyries; also, migrant
across state from more northem breeding areas in
US and Canada, winters along coast and farther
south; occupies wide range of habitats during
migration, including urban, concentrations along
coast and barrier islands; low-altitude migrant,
stopovers at leading landscape edges such as Jake
shores, coastlines, and barrier islands.
Migrant throughout state from subspecies ' far
northern breeding range, winters along coast and
farther south; occupies wide range of habitats
during migration, including urban, concentrations
along coast and barrier islands; low-altitude
migrant, stopovers at leading landscape edges
such as lake shores, coastlines, and barrier
islands.
Found primarily near rivers and large lakes; nests
in tal l trees or on cliffs near water; communall y
roosts, especially in winter; hunts live prey,
scavenges, and Jlirates food from other birds
No
No
Effect
Rare to uncommon
migrant only.
contain suitable
nesting or winter
coastal habitat. No
impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
Rare to uncommon
migrant on ly.
contain suitable
nesting or winter
coastal habitat. No
impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
Preferred habitat not
present
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Species
Federal State
Status
Status
Description of Suitable Habitat
Habitat
Present
Species Pertinent Project
Effect Information
Black Rail
Latera/Ius
jamaicensis
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Salt, brackish, and freshwater marshes, pond
borders, wet meadows, and grassy swamps; nests
in or along edge of marsh, sometimes on damp
ground, but usually on mat of previous year's
dead grasses; nest usually hidden in marsh grass
or at base of Salicomia
Brown Pelican
Pelecanus
occidentalis
DL
E
Largely coastal and near shore areas, where it
roosts and nests on islands and spoi l banks
No
No
Effect
present
---
Wintering individuals (not flocks) found in weedy
fields or cut-over areas where lots of bunch
grasses occur along with vines and brambles; a
key component is bare ground for
running/walking
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
preferred habitat
-
-
Breeding: nests on high plains or shortgrass
prairie, on ground in shallow depression;
nonbreeding: shortgrass plains and bare, dirt
(plowed) fields; primarily insectivorous
No
No
Effect
present
Peregrine Falcon
Falco peregrinus
DL
ET
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
Red-cockaded
Woodpecker
Picoides borealis
LE
E
No
No
Effect
present
Henslow's Sparrow
Ammodramus
henslowii
Mountain Plover
Clraradrius
montanus
---
Both subspecies migrate across the state from
more northern breeding areas in US and Canada
to winter along coast and farther south
Cavity nests in older pine (60+ years); forages in
younger pine (30+ years); prefers longleaf,
shortleaf, and loblolly
No
No
Effect
present
Snowy Plover
Charadrius
alexandrinus
---
---
Formerly an uncommon breeder in the Panhandle;
potential migrant; winter along coast
No
No
Effect
Migrant only.
Project not located
along coast. No
impacts are
anticipated.
Southeastern Snowy
Plover
Charadrius
a/exandrinus
tenuirostris
---
---
Wintering migrant along the Texas Gulf Coast
beaches and bayside mud or salt flats
No
No
Effect
present.
No
No
Effect
Migrant on ly.
present. No impacts
are anticipated.
No
No
Effect
present
No
No
Effect
Migrant only.
Project not located
on coast. No impacts
are anticipated.
No
No
Effect
Migrant only. No
impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
present
Sprague's Pipit
A ntlms spragtteii
c
---
White-faced Ibis
Plegadis chilli
---
T
White-tailed Hawk
Buteo albicaudatus
---
T
Whooping Crane
Grus americana
LE
E
Wood Stork
Mycteria Americana
---
T
Only in Texas during migration and winter, mid
September to early April; short to medium
distance, diurnal migrant; strongly tied to native
upland prairie, can be locally common in coastal
grasslands, uncommon to rare further west;
sensitive to patch size and avoids edges.
Prefers freshwater marshes, sloughs, and irrigated
rice fields, but will attend brackish and saltwater
habitats; nests in marshes, in low trees, on the
ground in bulrushes or reeds, or on floating mats
near coast on prairies, cord grass flats, and scrublive oak; further inland on prairies, mesquite and
oak savannas, and mixed savanna-chaparral;
breeding March-May
Potential migrant via plains throughout most of
state to coast; winters in coastal marshes of
Aransas, Calhoun, and Refugio counties
Forages in prairie ponds, flood ed pastures or
fields, ditches, and other shallow standing water,
including salt-water; usually roosts communally
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Species
Federal
Status
State
Status
H abitat
Present
Effect Information
in tall snags, sometimes in association with other
wading birds (i.e. active heronries); breeds in
Mexico and birds move into Gulf States in search
of mud flats and other wetlands, even those
associated with forested areas; formerly nested in
Texas, but no breeding records since 1960
F ishes
American Eel
Anguilla rostra/a
---
---
Creek chubsuckcr
Erimyzon oblongus
--
T
Smalltooth sawfish
Pristis pectinata
LE
E
LT
T
-
---
M ammals
Louisiana black bear
Ursus americanus
luteolus
P lains spotted skunk
Spiloga/e pworius
interrupta
Rafinesque's bigeared bat
Corynorhinus
ra/inesquii
Red wolf
Canis nifits
Southeastern myotis
bat
Myotis
austroriparius
M ollusks
Little spcctaclecasc
Vil/osa lienosa
Louisiana pigtoe
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat
No
No
Effect
Project area
lackshabitat
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat
Possible as transient; bottomland hardwoods and
large tracts of inaccessible forested areas
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
preferred habitat
-
Catholic; open fields, prairies, croplands, fence
rows, farmya rds, forest edges, and woodlands;
prefers wooded, brushy areas and tallgrass prairie
No
No
Effect
Project area is
urban.Preferred
habitat not present
T
Roosts in cavity trees of bottomland hardwoods,
concrete culverts, and abandoned man-made
structures
No
No
Effect
Project will not
impact preferred
habitat.
No
No
Effect
Extirpated. No
impacts anticipated.
No
No
Effect
Project will not
impact preferred
habitat. No impacts
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No
No
E
LE
---
-
coastal waterways below reservoirs to gulf;
spawns January to February in ocean, larva move
to coastal waters, metamorphose, then females
move into freshwater; most aquatic habitats with
access to ocean, muddy bottoms, still waters,
large streams, lakes; can travel overland in wet
areas; males in brackish estuaries; diet varies
widely, geographically, and seasonally_
tributaries of the Red, Sabine, Neches, Trinity,
and San Jacinto rivers; small rivers and creeks of
various types; seldom in impoundments; prefers
headwaters, but seldom occurs in springs; young
typically in headwater rivulets or marshes;
spawns in river mouths or pools, riffles, lake
outlets, upstream creeks
different life history stages have different patterns
of habitat use; young foun d very close to shore in
muddy and sandy bottoms, seldom descending to
depths greater than 32 ft ( I 0 m); in sheltered bays,
on shallow banks, and in esruaries or river
mouths; adult sawfish are encountered in various
habitat types (mangrove, reef, seagrass, and
coral), in varying salinity regimes and
temperatures, and at various water depths, feed on
a variety of fish species and crustaceans
Extirpated; formerly known throughout eastern
half of Texas in brushy and forested areas, as well
as coastal prairies
---
roosts in cavity trees of bottomland hardwoods,
concrete culverts, and abandoned man-made
strucrures
-
creeks, rivers, and reservoirs, sandy substrates in
slight to moderate current, usually along the
banks in slower currents; east Texas, Cypress
through San Jacinto River basins
streams and moderate-size rivers, usually flowing
T
Habitat not present.
12
Species
Federal State
Status
Status
P/eurobema riddel/ii
Sandbank
pocketbook
Lampsi/is satura
Texas pigtoe
Fusconaia askewi
Wabash pigtoe
Fusconaia flava
-
-
-
T
T
-
water on substrates of mud, sand, and gravel; not
generally known from impoundments; Sabine,
Neches, and Trinity (historic) River basins
small to large rivers with moderate flows and
swift current on gravel, gravel-sand, and sand
bottoms; east Texas, Sulfur south through San
Jacinto River basins; Neches River
rivers with mixed mud, sand, and fi ne gravel in
protected areas associated with fallen trees or
other structures; east Texas River basins, Sabine
through Trinity r ivers as well as San Jacinto River
creeks to large rivers on mud, sand, and gravel
from all habitats except deep shifting sands;
found in moderate to swift current velocities; east
Texas River basins, Red through San Jacinto
River basins; elsewhere occurs in reservoirs and
lakes with no fl ow
Habitat
Present
Effect Information
Effect
Habitat not present
No
No
Effect
Habitat not present
No
No
Effect
No
No
Effect
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat.
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat.
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat.
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat.
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat.
No
No
Effect
Project area lacks
habitat.
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
Habitat not present
Habitat not present
R eptiles
Alligator snapping
turtle
Macrochelys
temminckii
---
T
Green sea turtle
Chelonia mydas
LT
T
Gulf Saltmarsh
snake
Nerodia c/arkii
---
---
Kemp's Rid ley sea
turtle
Lepidochelys kempii
LE
E
Leatherback sea
turtle
Dermochelys
coriacea
LE
E
Loggerhead sea
turtle
Caretta caretta
LT
T
Smooth green snake
Lioch/orophis
vernalis
---
T
perennial water bodies; deep water of rivers,
canals, lakes, and oxbows; also swamps, bayous,
and ponds near deep running water; sometimes
enters brackish coastal waters; usually in water
with mud bottom and abundant aquatic
vegetation; may migrate several miles along
rivers; active March-October; breeds AprilOctober
Gulf and bay system; shallow water seagrass
beds, open water between feeding and nesting
areas, barrier island beaches; adults are
herbivorous feeding on sea grass and seaweed;
juveniles are omnivorous feeding initially on
marine invertebrates, then increasingly on sea
grasses and seaweeds; nesting behavior extends
from March to October, with peak activity in May
and June
saline flats, coastal bays, and brackish river
mouths
Gulf and bay system, adults stay within the
shallow waters of the Gulf of Mexico; feed
primarily on crabs, but also snails, clams, other
crustaceans and plants, juveniles feed on
sargassum and its associated fauna; nests April
through August
Gulf and bay systems, and widest ranging open
water reptile; omnivorous, shows a preference for
jellyfish; in the US portion of their western
Atlan tic nesting territories, nesting season ranges
from March to August
Gulf and bay system primarily for juveniles,
adults are most pelagic of the sea turtles;
omnivorous, shows a preference for mollusks,
crustaceans, and coral; nests from April through
November
Gulf Coastal P lain; mesic coastal shortgrass
prairie vegetation; prefers dense vegetation
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Project Number 0912-71 -001
Species
Federal
Status
State
Status
Texas homed lizard
Phrynosoma
cornu film
---
T
Timber/Canebrake
rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
---
T
Open, arid and semi-arid regions with sparse
vegetation, including grass, cactus, scattered
brush or scrubby trees; soil may vary in texture
from sandy to rocky; burrows into soil, enters
rodent burrows, or hides under rock when
inactive; breeds March-September
Swamps, floodplains, upland pine and deciduous
woodlands, riparian zones, abandoned farmland ;
limestone bluffs, sandy soil or black clay; prefers
dense ground cover, i.e. grapevines or palmetto
Habitat
Present
Effect Information
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts arc
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts are
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
No impacts arc
anticipated.
No
No
Effect
Habi tat not present.
No impacts are
anticipated.
Plants
Coastal gay-feather
Liatris bracteaw
-
-
Giant
sharpstemumbrellasedge
Cypem s
cephalantlws
---
---
Houston daisy
Rayjacksonia aurea
---
---
Texas meadow-rue
Thalictrum texanum
---
-·--
Texas prairie dawn
Hymenoxys texana
LE
E
Texas windmillgrass
Chloris texensis
---
---
Threeflowerbroomw
eed
Thllrol'ia triflora
-
-
Texas endemic; coastal prairie grasslands of
various types, from salty prairie on low- lying
somewhat saline clay loams to upland prairie on
nonsaline clayey to sandy loams; flowering in fall
In Texas on saturated, fine sandy loam soi ls,
along nearly level fringes of deep prairie
depressions; also in depressional area within
coastal prairie remnant on heavy black clay; in
Louisiana, most sites are coastal prairie on poorly
drained sites, some on slightly elevated areas
surrounded by standing shallow water, and on
moderately drained sites; soils include very
strongly acid to moderately alkaline silt loams and
silty clay loams; flowering/fruiting May-June,
August-September, and possibly other times in
response to rainfall
Texas endemic; on and around naturally barren or
sparsely vegetated saline slick spots or pimple
mounds on coastal prairies, usually on sandy to
sandy loam soils, occasionally in pastures and on
roadsides in similar soil types where mowing may
mimic natural prairie disturbance regimes;
flowering late ScJJ_tember-November (-December)
Texas endemic; mostly found in woodlands and
woodland margins on soils with a surface layer of
sandy loam, but it also occurs on prairie pimple
mounds; both on uplands and creek terraces, but
perhaps most common on claypan savannas; soils
are very moist during its active growing season;
flowering/fruiting (January-)February-May,
withering by midsummer, foliage reappears in late
faii(November) and may persist through the
winter
Texas endemic; in poorly drained, sparsely
vegtated areas (slick spots) at the base ofmima
mounds in open grassland or almost barren areas
on slightly saline soils that are sticky when wet
and powdery when dry; flowering late Februaryearly April
Texas endemic; sandy to sandy loam soils in
relatively bare areas in coastal prairie grassland
remnants. often on roadsides where regular
mowing may mimic natural prairie fire regimes;
flowering in fall
Texas endemic; near coast in sparse, low
vegetation on a veneer of light colored silt or fine
sand over saline clay along drier upper margins of
14
Species
Federal
Status
State
Status
Habitat
Present
Effect Information
ecotone between salty prairies and tidal flats;
further inland associated with vegetated slick
spots on prairie mima mounds; flowering
September-N ovemher
LE, LT- Federally Listed Endangered !fhreatened
·'_"- Rare or Species of Concern, but no regulatory listing status
C - Federal Candidate for Listing
*Data Sources: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, TexasParks and
DL- Federally Delisted
Wildlife Department and site visit/survey of project area.
DM - Delisted and managed for the next five years
Table version: 1-16-09
E, T- State Listed Endangered!fhreatened
4.1 0 Section 4(f)
The proposed project would not require the use of any publicly-owned parklands, recreation
areas, wildlife or waterfowl refuges, or historic sites of national, state, or local significance as
determined by federal, state, or local officials having jurisdiction. Coordination would not be
necessary under Section 4(f) of the 1966 Department of Transportation Act, as amended.
4.11 Floodplains
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Map Service Center and the
Harris County Flood Control District floodplain maps (http://www.hcfcd.org/FEMT/) this site is
not located within or near a mapped floodway, 100-year, or 500-year floodplain . Therefore, the
proposed project will have no effect on floodplains, and should not require a floodplain
development permit.
4.12 Coastal Management Zone
According to the Texas Coastal Management Program map of the coastal zone boundary, the
proposed project is not located within the designated Texas Coastal Management Zone.
Therefore coordination with the Coastal Coordination Council is not required.
4.13 Essential Fish Habitat
The proposed project is outside the limits of tidally-influenced waters and would not impact
essential fish habitat; therefore, coordination with the National Marine Fisheries Service would
not be required .
4.14 Wild and Scenic Rivers
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (Public Law 90-542, as amended) declares " .. . certain selected
rivers of the nation which, with their immediate environments possess outstandingly remarkable
scenic, recreational, geologic, fish and wildlife, historic, cultural, or other similar values, shall be
preserved in free-flowing condition, and that they and their immediate environments shall be
protected for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations." According to the
Wild and Scenic Rivers list (http://www.rivers.gov/wildriverslist.html) and the Nationwide Rivers
Inventory (http://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/rtca/nri/states/tx.html), no wild, scenic, or
recreational river areas are located within the project area.
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Project Number0912-71-001
4.15 Waters of the U.S., including Wetlands
According to the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) and the National Hydrography Dataset
(NHD) maps of the project area, there are no drainages, wetland areas, or other waters of the
U.S. or the State located within the project area.
A site visit to identify wetland areas was conducted on September 29, 2011. During the site
visit, a very small wetland within a trackside ditch was identified. One Palustrine Emergent
Seasonally Flooded (PEMC) wetland (0.004 acres) was identified within the project area. The
wetland is dominated by Typha angustifo/ia and was found in a topographic depression along
the railroad trackside drainage ditch. This drainage, outside of the wetland , is dominated by
Bromus japonicus (Japanese brome }, Bromus mol/is (soft brome ), Symphyotrichum ericoides
(heath aster), and other non-hydrophytic vegetation. Thus, it is possible that this project
qualifies as Waters of the State rather than Waters of the U.S.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been contacted for a jurisdictional determination to
determine if this is indeed waters of the State. If not, it comes under the jurisdiction of the
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality {TCEQ). This wetland may be impacted due to
construction, but no mitigation should be required through the Corps or TCEQ due to its small
size.
No other waters of the U.S. or the state were identified during the site visit. A memo
documenting the wetland site visit is attached.
4.16 Water Quality
4.16.1 Impaired Waters
There are no natural drainages within the project vicinity. Runoff from this project would
discharge to the Houston storm sewer system.
Subsurface water would not be required for this project; therefore, no adverse effects to
groundwater are expected to occur.
The proposed project is not expected to alter stormwater drainage patterns of affected
watersheds, contaminate or otherwise adversely affect the public water supply, water treatment
facilities, or water distribution systems. Construction phase impacts may occur, but best
management practices (BMPs) would be implemented throughout the duration of the project.
4.16.2 Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
According to the Clean Water Act, it is unlawful to discharge stormwater from construction sites
to waters of the U.S., unless authorized by the TCEQ's Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (TPDES).Currently, projects that disturb more than five acres of land and are authorized
under the general permit must file a Notice of Intent (NOI). Please note that the general permit
will expire on March 5, 2013, and TCEQ is in the process of developing the next general permit.
This project would disturb approximately 2.5 acres of land, and thus a NOI should not be
required.
In accordance with TxDOT policies, a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) would be
prepared before performing construction activities. Pollution from stormwater would be
minimized through adherence to measures in the project's SWPPP. Construction of the
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proposed project would include temporary erosion control measures to minimize impacts to
water quality during construction as specified in the TxDOT manual Storm Water Management
& Guidelines for Construction Activities.
Temporary BMP's include rock filter dams, vegetation and sod for erosion control,
and silt fencing for sedimentation control. Permanent BMP's include revegetation-lined
drainage ditches for post-construction total suspended solids control. Vegetation would be
cleared only as needed, and clearing may be phased to maintain soil integrity and minimize
exposure of an erosive surface. When construction is completed, disturbed areas would be
restored and seeded according to the TxDOT Specification Seeding for Erosion Control.
4.17 Hazardous Materials
4.17 .1 Regulatory Records Review
A search of available environmental records was conducted by Environmental Data Resources,
Inc. (EDR), dated June 6, 2012.The Table 41ists properties identified, and the sites are briefly
discussed following the table . Following the brief discussion, Figures 3 and 4 show the location
of these properties.
Based on the nature of the project and the current status of the listed sites, none of these
facilities pose more than a minimal risk to the proposed project.
4.17.2 Visual Observation
A visual observation of the project area was conducted on September 29, 2011 , to identify the
presence of potentially hazardous materials or substances that would impact the proposed
project and to identify any sites that were not listed on the hazardous materials database
search. The field investigation did not identify any hazardous material sites in the proposed
limits of construction .
Considering that the majority of the construction activities will take place within heavy rail
industrial right of way, no major hazmat implications are expected at this time.
Upon final design and construction activities, if such materials were to be encountered that
qualified as hazardous materials, these materials will be appropriately tested, listed and handled
in accordance with local, state and federal requirements . Typically a hazardous waste is
classified as either listed or characteristic through analytical procedures to determine whether its
hazardous or non-hazardous. Pending classification determination, if deemed as impactful, the
soils will be profiled into an appropriate landfill and handled by a qualified contractor.
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Table 4- Listed Hazardous Materials Sites
MAP
SITE NAME
ID
BEAlER EAST INC
A1
ADDRESS
7201 W HARDY RD
DATABASE ACRONYMS
GCC
RELATIVE
ELEVATION
DIST(n )
DIRECTION
TP
A1
KOPPERS CO BEAlER EA
7201 WHARDY
lnd Haz Waste. GCC
TP
A3
KOPPERS CO BEAlER EA
7201 W HARDY
CERC-NFRAP. RCRA-CESOG. FINDS
TP
A4
KOPPERS
7201 W HARDY ST
UST
TP
AS
TEMPORARY PORTABLE B
7201 1/2 W HARDY RD
FINDS
TP
A6
WW WEBBER TEMPORARY
7201 W HARDY RD
FINDS
TP
Reg
NORTH CAVALCADE STRE
NE OF CAVALCADE AND
NPL. CERCUS. RCRA-LOG. US ENG CONTROLS. ROD
Same
873. SSE
Reg
SOUTH CAVALCADE STRE
SE OF CAVALCADE AND
NPL. CERCUS. US ENG CONTROLS. US INST CONTROL.
Same
3961 . South
7
BRO'v\IN S COMPLETE AUT
1802 CAPLIN ST
EDR Hostoncal Auto Stabons
Hogher
1ft_
B8
HOUSTON CONCRETE PRO 6415 HARDY
UST
Hogher
113. South
B9
EAGLE-CORDELL CONCRE
64 15 HARDY STREET
VCP
Hogher
293. South
10
WORKHOLDING UNLINITE
32 1 N LOOP EAST
RCRA-SOG. FINDS. lnd Haz Waste
Lower
414, South
C11
MILPARK INC
1900 LINDER ST
RCRA-NonGen. FINDS
Lower
445. SSE
C12
MILPARK DISTRIBUTION
1900 LINDER ST
LPST. UST, lnd Haz Waste
Lower
445, SSE
504. North
13
COH PWE ROW BRIDGE M
1700 E CROSSTIMBERS
LPST, TIER2
Hogher
D14
KAISERHOF CONSOLIDAT
7100 SCHNEIDER ST
LPST
Hogher
68 1, NE
D15
MCDUGALD-STEELE
7100 SCHNEIDER ST
UST. AST
Hogher
681, NE
16
RALPH AUTOMATIC TRAN
1602 CAPLIN ST
EDR Hostoncal Auto Statoons
Hogher
709. South
17
COX COLUMBIA BODY SH
7309 SCHNEIDER ST
EDR Hostoncal Auto Stations
Higher
769. NNE
18
PWE STREET MAINTENAN
1700 E CROSSTIMBERS
UST. FINANCIAL ASSURANCE
Higher
829. North
19
OHIO TRANSFORMER COR
7501 SCHNEIDER ST
RCRA-NonGen. PADS. FINDS. lnd Haz Waste
Hogher
855. NNE
20
DUKES HEAVY DUTY V\'RE
65 10 W FRISCO ST
EDR H1s1oncal Auto Stations
H1gher
1100. SSW
21
TRANS MOTIVE INC
1440 E NORTH LOOP
EDR H1stoncal Auto Stations
Lower
1132. South
E22
GOLD STREET PLANT
5711 GOLD STREET
RCRA-NonGen. FINDS
LO'~o-er
1148. SSE
E23
HOUSTON CRUSHED CONC 57 11 GOLDST
UST
Lower
11 48. SSE
24
HOUSTON HEAVY EQUIP
2202 KELLEY ST
RCRA-NonGen. FINDS. UST
Lower
1201 , SSE
25
WASHING BOARD THE
1902 E CROSSTIMBERS
EDR Histoncal Cleaners
H1gher
1236, NNE
26
KERR MCGEE 9057
2506 KELLEY ST
LPST. UST
Lower
1752. SE
27
TERRY STREET PROPERT
5401 AND 5403 TERRY
BROWNFIELDS
Lower
2190. South
28
CROCKETT SERVICES
26 18 CAPLIN ST
CERC-NFRAP
Lower
2311 . SE
F29
SHORT STOP 1
74521RVINGTON BLVD
LPST. UST
H1gher
2476. NW
F30
1 EXPRESS FOOD MART
74191RVINGTON BLVD
LPST. UST. FINANCIAL ASSURANCE
H1gher
2510. NW
31
JENSEN VALERO
6005 JENSEN DR
LPST. UST. FINANCIAL ASSURANCE
Lower
2603. SE
G32
HOUSTON SCRAP COMPAN 3799 JENSEN DRIVE
CERC-NFRAP. CORRACTS. RCRA-NonGen, FINDS. lnd Haz .Lower
4861 , SSE
G33
HOUSTON SCRAP
LIENS. DEL SHWS. HIST LIENS
4861 , SSE
Lower
The study area was identified in the following records
Site
Database(s)
EPAID
BEAZER EAST INC
7201 W HARDY RD
HOUSTON, TX 77022
GCC
N/A
Ind. Haz Waste
N/A
KOPPERS CO BEAZER EAST
7201 W HARDY
HOUSTON, TX 77022
GCC
18
KOPPERS CO BEAZER EAST
7201 W HARDY
HOUSTON, TX 77022
CERC-NFRAP
RCRA-CESQG
FINDS
TXD020802393
KOPPERS
7201 W HARDY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77022
UST
N/A
TEMPORARY PORTABLE BATCH PLANT
7201 1/2 W HARDY RD
HOUSTON , TX 77022
FINDS
N/A
WW WEBBER TEMPORARY PORTABLE CONC
FINDS
N/A
7201 W HARDY RD
HOUSTON, TX 77022
In addition to the above sites which were identified as occurring within a close proximity to the
project site, the following sites were identified in the vicinity of the project.
Federal NPL site list
NPL: Also known as Superfund, the National Priority List database is a subset of CERCUS and
identifies over 1,200 sites for priority cleanup under the Superfund program. The source of this database is
the U.S. EPA. A review of the NPL list, as provided by EDR, and dated 05/08/2012 has revealed that there are 2 NPL
sites within approximately 1 mile of the target property.
NORTH CAVALCADE STREET NE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUSSE 1/8- 1/4 (0.165 mi.)
SOUTH CAVALCADE STREET SE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUS 1/2-1 (0.750 mi.)
Federal CERCUS list
CERCUS: The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Information System
contains data on potentially hazardous waste sites that have been reported to the USEPA by states,
municipalities, private companies and private persons, pursuant to Section 103 of the Comprehensive
Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA}. CERCUS contains sites which are either
proposed to or on the National Priorities List (NPL} and sites which are in the screening and assessment phase
for possible inclusion on the NPL. A review of the CERCUS list, as provided by EDR, and dated 12/27/2011 has
revealed that there is 1 CERCUS site within approximately 0.5 miles of the target property.
NORTH CAVALCADE STREET NE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUSSE 118 • 114 (0.165 mi.)
Federal CERCUS NFRAP site List
CERC-NFRAP: Archived sites are sites that have been removed and archived from the inventory of CERCUS
sites. Archived status indicates that, to the best of EPA's knowledge, assessment at a site has been completed
and that EPA has determined no further steps will be taken to list this site on the National Priorities List
(NPL), unless information indicates this decision was not appropriate or other considerations require a
recommendation for listing at a later time. This decision does not necessarily mean that there is no hazard
associated with a given site; it only means that, based upon available information, the location is not judged
to be a potential NPL site.A review of the CERC-NFRAP list, as provided by EDR, and dated 12/28/2011 has
revealed that there is1 CERC-NFRAP site within approximately 0.5 miles of the target property.
CROCKETT SERVICES 2618 CAPLIN ST SE 114 • 112 (0.438 mi.)
Federal RCRA CORRACTS facilities list
CORRACTS: CORRACTS is a list of handlers with RCRA Corrective Action Activity. This report shows
which nationally-defined corrective action core events have occurred for every handler that has had corrective
action activity. A review of the CORRACTS list, as provided by EDR, and dated 08/19/2011 has revealed that there is
1 CORRACTS site within approximately 1 mile of the target property.
HOUSTON SCRAP COMPANY 3799 JENSEN DRIVE SSE 1/2 • 1 (0.924 mi.)
Federal RCRA generators list
RCRA-LQG: RCRAinfo is EPA's comprehensive information system, providing access to data supporting
the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) of 1976 and the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments
(HSWA) of 1984. The database includes selective information on sites which generate, transport, store, treat and/or
dispose of hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Large quantity
generators (LQGs) generate over 1,000 kilograms (kg) of hazardous waste, or over 1 kg of acutely hazardous
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waste per month.
A review of the RCRA-LQG list, as provided by EDR, and dated 03/15/2012 has revealed that there is 1
RCRA-LQG site within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
NORTH CAVALCADE STREET NE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUSSE 1/ 8 - 114 (0.165 mi.)
RCRA-SQG: RCRAinfo is EPA's comprehensive information system, providing access to data supporting
dispose of hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Small quantity
generators (SQGs) generate between 100 kg and 1,000 kg of hazardous waste per month.
A review of the RCRA-SQG list, as provided by EDR, and dated 03/15/2012 has revealed that there is 1
RCRA-SQG site within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
WORKHOLDING UNLINITED INC 321 N LOOP EAST S 0 - 118 (0.078 mi.)
Federal institutional controls I engineering controls registries
US ENG CONTROLS: A listing of sites with engineering controls in place.
A review of the US ENG CONTROLS list, as provided by EDR, and dated 12/30/2011 has revealed that
there is 1 US ENG CONTROLS site within approximately 0.5 miles of the target property.
NORTH CAVALCADE STREET NE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUSSE 1/8- 1/4 (0.165 mi.)
State and tribal leaking storage tank lists
LPST: The Leaking Petroleum Storage Tank Incident Reports contain an inventory of reported
leaking petroleum storage tank incidents. The data come from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's
Leaking Petroleum Storage Tank Database.A review of the LPST list, as provided by EDR, and dated 03/05/2012 has
revealed that there are 7LPST sites within approximately 0.5 miles of the target property.
COH PWE ROW BRIDGE MAINT DISTR 1700 E CROSS TIMBERS N 0 - 1/8 (0.095 mi.)
Status Code: PREASSESSMENT/RELEASE DETERMINATION
Status Code: FINAL CONCURRENCE ISSUED, CASE CLOSED
KAISERHOF CONSOLIDATED INC 7100 SCHNEIDER ST NE 1/8- 1/4 (0.129 mi.)
SHORT STOP 1 74521RVINGTON BLVD NW 114- 1/2 (0.469 mi.)
1 EXPRESS FOOD MART 74191RVINGTON BLVD NW1/4 -112 (0.475 mi.)
MILPARK DISTRIBUTION CENTER 1900 LINDER ST SSE 0- 118 (0.084 mi.)
KERR MCGEE 9057 2506 KELLEY ST SE 114 - 112 (0.332 mi.)
JENSEN VALERO 6005 JENSEN DR SE 114- 112 (0.493 mi.)
State and tribal registered storage tank lists
UST: The Underground Storage Tank database contains registered USTs. USTs are regulated under
Subtitle I of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The data come from the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality's Petroleum Storage Tank Database.A review of the UST list, as provided by EDR, and dated
03/05/2012 has revealed that there are 6 USTsites within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
HOUSTON CONCRETE PRODUCTS 6415 HARDY S 0- 1/8 (0.021 mi.)
MCDUGALD-STEELE 7100 SCHNEIDER ST NE 118- 114 (0.129 mi.)
PWE STREET MAINTENANCE 1700 E CROSSTIMBERS ST N 1/8- 114 (0.157 mi.)
MILPARK DISTRIBUTION CENTER 1900 LINDER ST SSE 0- 1/8 (0.084 mi.)
HOUSTON CRUSHED CONCRETE CO 5711 GOLD ST SSE 118- 1/4 (0.217 mi.)
HOUSTON HEAVY EQUIP INC 2202 KELLEY ST SSE 118 - 1/4 (0.227 mi.)
AST: The Aboveground Storage Tank database contains registered ASTs. The data come from the
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's Petroleum Storage Tank Database.
A review of the AST list, as provided by EDR, and dated 03/05/2012 has revealed that there is 1 AST
site within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
MCDUGALD-STEELE 7100 SCHNEIDER ST NE 118- 114 (0.129 mi.)
State and tribal voluntary cleanup sites
VCP: Voluntary Cleanup Program Sites.
A review of the VCP list, as provided by EDR, and dated 02/23/2012 has revealed that there is 1 VCP
site within approximately 0.5 miles of the target property.
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EAGLE-CORDELL CONCRETE PRODUCT 6415 HARDY STREETS 0 • 118 (0.055 mi.)
State and tribal Brownfields sites
BROWNFIELDS: Brownfield site assessments that are being cleaned under EPA grant monies.
A review of the BROWNFIELDS list, as provided by EDR, and dated 02/23/2012 has revealed that there is
1 BROWNFIELDS site within approximately 0.5 miles of the target property.
TERRY STREET PROPERTY 5401 AND 5403 TERRY BOU S 114 • 112 (0.415 mi.)
ADDITIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL RECORDS
Local Lists of Hazardous waste I Contaminated Sites
DEL SHWS: Sites have been deleted from the state Superfund registry in accordance with the Act,
?361.189. A review of the DEL SHWS list, as provided by EDR, and dated 12/01/2011 has revealed that there is 1
DEL SHWS site within approximately 1 mile of the target property.
HOUSTON SCRAP SSE 1/2 • 1 (0.924 mi.)
Other Ascertainable Records
RCRA-NonGen: RCRAinfo is EPA's comprehensive information system, providing access to data supporting
dispose of hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Non-Generators
do not presently generate hazardous waste.A review of the RCRA-NonGen list, as provided by EDR, and dated
03/15/2012 has revealed that thereare 4 RCRA-NonGen sites within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
OHIO TRANSFORMER CORP 7501 SCHNEIDER ST NNE 118 • 114 (0.162 mi.)
MILPARK INC 1900 LINDER ST SSE 0- 118 (0.084 mi.)
GOLD STREET PLANT 5711 GOLD STREET SSE 1/8- 114 (0.217 mi.)
HOUSTON HEAVY EQUIP INC 2202 KELLEY ST SSE 1/8 • 114 (0.227 mi.)
CONSENT: Major Legal settlements that establish responsibility and standards for cleanup at NPL
(superfund) sites. Released periodically by U.S. District Courts after settlement by parties to litigation
matters. A review of the CONSENT list, as provided by EDR, and dated 12/01/2011 has revealed that there is 1
CONSENT site within approximately 1 mile of the target property.
SOUTH CAVALCADE STREET SE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUS 112 • 1 (0. 750 mi.)
ROD: Record of Decision. ROD documents mandate a permanent remedy at an NPL (Superfund) site
containing technica l and health information to aid the cleanup.A review of the ROD list, as provided by EDR, and
dated 09/28/2011 has revealed that there are 2 RODsites within approximately 1 mile of the target property.
NORTH CAVALCADE STREET NE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUSSE 118 • 114 (0.165 mi.)
SOUTH CAVALCADE STREET SE OF CAVALCADE AND MAUS 112 - 1 (0.750 mi.)
EDR Proprietary Records
EDR Historical Auto Stations: EDR has searched selected national collections of business directories and has
collected listings of potential gas station/fi lling station/service station sites that were available to EDR
researchers. EDR's review was limited to those categories of sources that might, in EDR's opinion, includegas
station/filling station/service station establishments. The categories reviewed included, but were not limited to gas,
gas station, gasoline station, filling station, auto, automobile repair, auto service station,service station, etc.
A review of the EDR Historical Auto Stations list, as provided by EDR, has revealed that there are 5
EDR Historical Auto Stations sites within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
BROWNS COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE SE 1802 CAPLIN ST 0 • 118 (0.000 mi.)
RALPH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 1602 CAPLIN ST S 1/8 • 114 (0.134 mi.)
COX COLUMBIA BODY SHOP 7309 SCHNEIDER ST NNE 118 • 1/4 (0.146 mi.)
DUKES HEAVY DUTY WRECKER SERV 6510 W FRISCO ST SSW 1/8 - 114 (0.208 mi.)
TRANS MOTIVE INC 1440 E NORTH LOOPS 1/8 • 1/4 (0.214 mi.)
EDR Historical Cleaners: EDR has searched selected national collections of business directories and has collected
listings of potential dry cleaner sites that were available to EDR researchers. EDR's review was limited to
those categories of sources that might, in EDR's opinion, include dry cleaning establishments. The categories
reviewed included, but were not limited to dry cleaners, cleaners, laundry, laundromat, cleaning/laundry, wash
& dry etc.A review of the EDR Historical Cleaners list, as provided by EDR, has revealed that there is 1 EDR
Historical Cleaners site within approximately 0.25 miles of the target property.
WASHING BOARD THE 1902 E CROSS TIMBERS RD NNE 118 . 114 (0.234 mi.)
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4.18 AIR QUALITY
4.18.1 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)
The proposed project is located in Harris County, Texas which is designated a severe
nonattainment area for the 8-hour ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
As stated above, this project is intended to improve air quality in the area.
4.18.2 Proposed Project
This project is intended to improve air quality by providing a second main track between two
track segments that already have double tracks , thereby removing the bottleneck that creates
slowdowns in train and vehicular movements. There are more than 100 at-grade crossings that
are affected by the bottleneck, located in densely developed segments of central Houston (East
Belt, Lufkin , Palestine, Terminal , West Belt).
The proposed project will result in improvement of train movement and these benefits that meet
the project purpose and need:
Annual reduction in vehicle delay at corridor crossings= 46,760 hours (TX STIP, 2011)
20-year reduction in vehicle delay at corridor crossings = 3,256,840 hours
Reduced rail impedance by 12% or 23 hours per day
Decreased locomotive emissions and fuel consumption
Decrease vehicular emissions and fuel consumption by approximately 5%
Annual reduction in VOC = 8 tons
20-year reduction in VOC = 340 tons
Annual reduction in NOx = 3 tons
20-year reduction in NOx = 129 tons
Reduced rail impedance by 12% or 23 hours per day;
4.19 Noise and Vibration
4.19.1 Noise
A noise study was conducted using the Federal Transit Administration's Noise Assessment
Model for trains. A summary of the results are presented in Table 5 below. The noise
assessment is found in Appendix E.
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Sound from rail traffic depends on a number of factors, including the following :
• the number of trains,
• the average length of the trains,
• whether trains are freight, hopper, or passenger
• the speed of the train
• the number of locomotives
• the percentage of wheel flats
• the condition of the track
Noise is commonly measured in decibels and is expressed as "dB." Sound occurs over a wide
range of frequencies. However, not all frequencies are detectable by the human ear; therefore ,
an adjustment is made to the high and low frequencies to approximate the way an average
person hears noise. This adjustment is called A-weighting and is expressed as "dBA." Table 9
provides examples of common sound/noise levels and their associated dBA.
Also, because rail sound levels are never constant due to the changing number, type and
speed of trains, a single value is used to represent the average or equivalent sound level and
is expressed as "Leq."
Most of the area near the tracks is undeveloped, but there are a few businesses and a
residential area in the vicinity. No new residential development is known to be currently platted
in this area.
As noted in the table, one of the residences, which is currently located approximately 79 feet
from the railroad tracks , is currently at the 67 dBA level that FHWA considers to be the
threshold for considering noise abatement. Under the build condition, tracks will be
approximately 8 feet closer to this house, and noise impacts will be one decibel higher. As
stated in the noise study, changes in noise level of less than three dBA are not detectible by
humans. No other impacts or increases in noise level were identified at any of the other nearby
residences or businesses, which were considerably further away from the tracks. The noise
assessment study did consider the feasibility of noise abatement methods for this one
residence, and concluded that it was not cost-effective. Given the very slight increase in noise at
this single residence, and the inability of humans to detect this increase, this is not a significant
impact.
Noise associated with the construction of the project is difficult to predict. Heavy machinery, the
major source of noise in construction, is constantly moving in unpredictable patterns. However,
construction normally occurs during daylight hours when occasional loud noises are more
tolerable. None of the receivers are expected to be exposed to construction noise for a long
duration; therefore, any extended disruption of normal activities is not expected. Provisions
would be included in the plans and specifications that require the contractor to make every
reasonable effort to minimize construction noise through abatement measures, such as work
hour controls and proper maintenance of muffler systems.
4.19.2 Vibration
Noise is air-borne vibrations, but steel-wheeled vehicles such as trains also create groundborne vibrations which can affect buildings if they are very severe. The Transit Noise and
Vibration Impact Assessment (FTA-VA-90-1003-06, May 2006), which is U.S. Department of
Transportation guidance for determining potential impacts from train noise and vibrations,
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provides information on levels of vibration impact analysis that are needed for various rail
projects. For this project, a screening analysis was conducted to determine if detailed analysis
was needed.
Figure 5 (below) indicates the generalized ground surface vibration curves for various types of
trains at various distances, expressed as vibration decibels (VdB). As can be seen, freight
trains traveling at 50 miles per hour generate the greatest vibrations. The screening analysis
then adjusts these numbers using various criteria, including speed of trains and nature of
buildings. For residential buildings, the threshold for conducting a more detailed analysis is 72
VdB.
For this project, trains will travel no more than 20 miles per hour through the junction, and the
nearest buildings are wood frame. Thus, the vibration curve should , according to the screening
assessment model, be reduced by 8 VdB for train speed, and 5 VdB for building construction.
The residence that is currently closest to the tracks (79 feet) would thus be impacted at 67VdB,
which is well under the threshold for residences.
The proposed project will reduce that distance to 71 feet, and thus increase the vibration by
approximately 2 VdB, to 69VdB. This is still under the threshold for conducting a more detailed
vibration analysis. Thus, no further analysis of impacts or potential mitigation measures is
needed.
All other buildings are considerably further away, and thus no buildings will be impacts by
vibrations from the proposed project.
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4.20 Cultural Resources
Because this project includes federal and state funding , the project must comply w ith the
requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), its implementing
regulations of 36 CFR Part 800, and the Texas Antiquities Code. TxDOT meets the
requirements of Section 106 by complying with the terms and conditions of the First Amended
Programmatic Agreement for Transportation Undertakings (PA-TU) among the FHWA, the
TxDOT, the Texas State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO), and the Advisory Council on
Historic Preservation. TxDOT also satisfies the requirements of the Texas Antiquities Code by
following the stipulations of the MOU between TxDOT and the Texas Historical Commission
(THC).
4.20.1 Historic Structures
No buildings are located within the study area. A review of the National Register of Historic
Places (NRHP), the list of State Archeological Landmarks (SAL), and the list of Recorded Texas
Historic Landmarks (RTHL) indicated that no historically significant resources have been
previously documented within the area of potential effects (APE), which was within 200 feet of
the project area .
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4.20.2 Archeological Resources
A review of the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), the list of State Archeological
Landmarks (SAL), and the list of Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL) indicated that no
Known archaeological resources have been previously documented within the area of potential
effects (APE), which was within 200 feet of the project area.
In the event that unanticipated archeological deposits are encountered during construction, work
in the immediate area will cease and TxDOT archeological staff will be contacted to initiate post
review discovery procedures.
4.21 Construction Impacts
The proposed project would require closure of the intersection of Bennington Street and West
Hardy Road during construction. There will be temporary road closure at the intersection of
Bennington and West Hardy Road while the new track is being constructed. The City of Houston
will be responsible for restoring and improving the intersection, and although the plans are to
keep one lane open during construction, if closures are needed the City will follow COH
requirements to post detour signs and inform the community and emergency services for
closures.
Access to businesses and residences in the northern part of the neighborhood would be
maintained at all times from the north and west via E. Crosstimbers Road, approximately 2,500
feet to the north, and from the south to Jensen Road , approximately 3,000 feet to the east. Both
of these roads are grade-separated from the railroad tracks, and thus are always open to
vehicular traffic, unlike Bennington Street which has a grade crossing. The southern part of the
neighborhood will not be affected by the Bennington Road crossing, and will always have
access to West Hardy Road via the grade crossing at Caplin Street and the grade separation at
Kelley Street.
In addition, there are fiber optic lines running within the railroad ROW, and electrical
transmission lines crossing the tracks. Coordination will be conducted with all the utility
companies prior to construction, and if there are conflicts, the utility companies will be required
to move lines prior to construction.
All construction impacts would be temporary. Construction may temporarily degrade air quality
through dust and exhaust gases associated with construction equipment. Measures to control
dust would be considered and incorporated into the final design and construction specifications.
The contractor would take appropriate measures to prevent, minimize, and control the spill of
hazardous materials in the construction area. There may be noise from construction . In order to
minimize impacts to nearby residences, limits on the time of day that construction can be done
will be placed in the contract documents. All construction materials used for this project should
be removed as soon as work schedules permit. Should any leaks or spills occur, they would be
handled according to applicable state and federal regulations and TxDOT standard
specifications.
4.22 Indirect and Cumulative Impacts
Federal regulations require that NEPA documents consider the indirect and cumulative impacts
of a project as well as the direct effects. Direct impacts were discussed for each environmental
resource .
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Indirect impacts are caused by the action and are later in time or farther removed in distance,
but are still reasonably foreseeable. Indirect effects may include growth inducing effects and
other effects related to induced changes in the pattern of land use, population density or growth
rate, and related effects on air and water and other natural systems, including ecosystems (40
CFR § 1508.8).
Cumulative impact is defined as the impact on the environment, which results from the
incremental impact of the action when added to other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable
future actions regardless of what agency (Federal or non-Federal) or person undertakes such
other actions. Cumulative impacts can result from individually minor but collectively significant
actions taking place over a period of time (40 CFR § 1508.7).
This project will not have indirect impacts. The surrounding area is built out, and there will be
no induced growth from the project. The purpose of the project is to improve air quality by
reducing delays at grade crossings, and no additional impacts are anticipated.
Additional rail improvements may be planned for the general Houston area, but no other Federal
or non-federal projects have been done or are known to be planned for the foreseeable future
for the project area.
5.0 PERMITS
5.1 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Based on the wetland field delineation 0.004 acres of a wetland were identified on site. It is
likely that this wetland , if impacted, will be determined to be not jurisdictional as it does not
appear to have a significant nexus to waters of the U.S. However, only the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers can determine jurisdiction.
If it is determined to be jurisdictional, then the impacts would be covered by a Nationwide Permit
14, with no mitigation required due to the small extent of impacts.
6.0 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
A public informational meeting was held on May 31 , 2012, to provide information to the
neighborhood about this project. Due to the large number of Hispanic population in this area,
public notices were placed in both English and Spanish in the Houston Chronicle newspaper online edition, as well as print legal notices in the print Chronicle and print La Voz newspapers. In
addition, public officials were notified and a notice was placed on the Gulf Coast Rail District
website. Copies of the notices are located in the appendix. No requests for translators were
received .
The public meeting was held at the Harris County Education Department building from 6 pm to 8
pm. Fourteen members of the public signed in, and approximately fifteen members of the public
attended the public meeting.
Comment sheets were available, but no written comments were submitted at the meeting. A
few people took comment sheets with them . One written comment was received .
Oral comments were noted at the meeting, and are summarized as follows:
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Most oral comments concerned train whistles and idling on the east-west track that
runs through the junction. Those people expressed support for any project that would
reduce train idling time.
People whose houses backed to the east-west track were relieved that there would
not be any construction work on this part of the track for this project. When they found
this, they had very few other comments on the project.
There were a lot of comments concerning delays at grade crossings, and how hard it
is at times to get out of their neighborhoods. Those people were in support of a
project that could reduce delay times at grade crossings .
There was one comment about how long the grade crossing at Bennington would be
closed during the track construction . He seemed satisfied that this would not be for
the entire length of the project, and that the City of Houston work to improve the
intersection with West Hardy would leave one lane open at all times.
A volunteer with the Sierra Club asked about the amount of air pollution reduction that
this project would produce. We discussed numbers and sent him a fact sheet about
the project. He then suggested that disturbed areas along the tracks be reseeded with
native grasses and wildflowers. This volunteer followed up with written comments that
re-iterated the issues mentioned at the meeting.
No changes were made to the project as a result of the public involvement process.
7.0 CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the engineering, social , economic, and environmental investigations conducted
thus far indicate that no significant environmental impacts would occur as a result of the
proposed project. The proposed project would not create significant environmental impacts as
described in 23 CFR 771 .117(a) and would not involve any unusual circumstances as outlined
in 23 CFR 771 .117 (b). In conclusion, the anticipated impacts for the proposed project area and
surrounding community would not be substantial, thereby qualifying the proposed project as a
CE.
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8.0 REFERENCES
Environmental Data Resources, Inc. 2012. Environmental Radius Map for Houston Belt Junction Track
improvement project.
Environmental Laboratory. 1987. Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual. Technical
Report Y 87 1, U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg,
Mississippi.
Federal Transit Administration. 2006. Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment,
FTA-VA-90-1 003-06.
Natural Resources Conservation Service. 1976. Soil Survey for Harris County. U.S.
Department of Agriculture.
Rappole, John H., Blacklock, Gene W. 1994. Birds of Texas. College Station: Texas A&M
University Press.
Schmidly, David J. 1994. The Mammals of Texas. Austin: University of Texas Press.
TeiAII. 2009. Environmental Data Search for the site IH 10 & SH 99, Houston, Texas dated
6/29/09.
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). 2007. Houston Region Freight Rail Study.
Texas Natural Diversity Database (NDD), Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).
Special species and natural community data files and NDD data. Austin, Texas.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). 2011 . Gould Ecoregions of Texas. Austin, Texas
Texas Parks and W ildlife Department, 2012 . List of Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Species of Texas
by County. http://vvww.tpwd .state.tx.us/landwater/land/maps/gis/ris/endangered species/
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). 2010. Regional Supplement to the Corps of
Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Atlantic and Gulf Coast Plain Region (Version 2.0).
U.S. Census Bureau, 2012. Quick facts for Houston and Harris County, Texas.
http://guickfacts.census.gov/qfd/index.html
U.S. Census Bureau , 2012. American Fact Finder information on poverty level and median household
income. http://factfinder2.census .gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtm l
U.S. Census Bureau . 2012. Interactive map information on race and ethnicity.
http://20 1O.census.gov/201 Ocensus/popmap/
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) . 2012. Web Soil
Survey for Harris County, Texas . http://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/HomePage .htm
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 1998. Houston, Texas. National Wetlands Inventory.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). 1980. Katy, Texas. 7.5-minute series topographic map.
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APPENDIX A
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FRA Categorical Exclusion Worksheet
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION WORKSHEET
Note: The purpose of this worksheet is to assist proposal sponsors in gathering and organizing materials
for environmental analysis required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), particularly for
proposals, which may qualify as Categorical Exclusions and to assist the FRA in evaluating requests from
project sponsors for categorical exclusion determinations . Categorical Exclusions are categories of
actions (i.e. types of projects) that the FRA has determined, based on its experience, typically do not
individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment and which generally do
not require the preparation of either an environmental impact statement or an environmental assessment.
Submission of the worksheet by itself does not meet NEPA requirements. FRA must concur in writing
with the proposal sponsor's Categorical Exclusion recommendation for NEPA requirements to be met.
Please complete this worksheet using compatible word processing software and submit and transmit the
com pleted form in electronic format.
For Agency Use
ID
I
Reviewed By:
Date:
Comments:
Date Received:
Recommendation for action:
Accept D Return for Revisions
Concurrence by Counsel:
D Accept Recommendation D Return with Comments
Comments:
Not Eligible
I
Reviewed By:
Date:
I
Concurrence by Approving Official:
I.
D
Date:
PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION
I
I
Proposal Sponsor
Date Submitted FRA Identification Number (if any)
Union Pacific Railroad
Proposal Title
Houston Belt
Location (Include Street Address, City or Township, County, and State)
The cons truction limits extend f rom app roximately Crosstimbers Road to Caplin
Street, parallel and east of West Hardy Street within the existing Wes t Belt
right-of- way. This portion of track is l ocated northwest of IH 610 and US 59
near downt o wn Houston, Harri s County, Texas.
Contact Person
E-mail Address
Phone
[email protected]
402. 5 44. 2 449
Cassandra Gouger
I
I
Note: Fully describe the proposal including specifics that may be of environmental concern such as: widening
an embankment to stabilize roadbed; repairing or replacing bridge piers foundations, including adding rip-rap
in a waterway; earthwork and altering natural (existing) drainage patterns and creating new water discharge;
contaminated water needing treatment; building a new or adding on to a shop bu ilding; fueling or collection of
fuel or oil and contaminated water; building or extending a siding ; and building or adding on to a yard .
Description of Proposal
Belt Junction i s the intersection of the BNS F Houston Subdivis i o n t o the west,
the Eas t Belt Subdivision to the east , the UPRR Palestine Subdivision to the
north and the begi n ning o f the UPRR West Belt Subdivision to the sou th. The
crossing diamond is located o n the West Belt side at mi lepost 229.0 4. Currently,
there is a singl e track bottleneck po int b e tween two double track segment s at
Belt Junction. The project would i n stall 3,900 feet of second t rack and rail
crossing through t h e We st Belt Junction wi t h 4 power operated turnouts,
realigning quadrant connections as n ecessary and reconstructing the manual
interlocker s ignal system.
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Purpose and Need of Proposal
The purpose of the project is to reduce congesti o n and air polluti on associated
with freight train and vehicular movement along corridors connecting at the
Houston Belt and Terminal Railway Belt Junction . This project is located within
Harris County which is part of the Houston-Galveston-Brazoria (HGB} area that
has been designated by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA} as a severe
non- attainment area for ozone.
The causes of congestion at this location are described as follow:
There is a single track bottleneck point between two double track segments
(Houston West Belt Subdivision and UPRR Palest ine Subdivision} at Belt Junction.
Between Belt Junction and Spring Junction, along the UPRR Palestine
Subdivision, the railroad is utilized in a bi-directional manner ave raging 30to 40 trains daily in this segment (TxDOT Houston Region Freight Rail Study
(HRFS}, 2007, p . 4-28}.
Th e Houston West Belt Subdivision is a double track line wi th the exception
of a very short segment through Belt Junction where the Palestine Number 1 track
turns into the West Belt Number 1 track at the Subdivision Limits at milepost
228.9.
(HRFS, p. 4 -38}
The Houston West Belt Subdivision is approximately 9 miles in length and is
utilized in a bi - directional manner averaging 65-75 trains daily (HRFS, p. 438} .
The Houston East Belt Subdivision makes an approxi mately 11 mile loop around
the east side of Houston . It is a doub le track mainline operated in a bi directional manner averaging between 80-90 trains per day. (HRFS, p. 4 -11 }.
The East Belt connects to multiple other subdivisions in the study region .
(HRFS,p . 4-11 }
Belt Junction is l ocated approximiately three miles from the Houston Central
Business District. Connecting lines traverse densely developed sections of the
city and include more than 100 at - grade crossings that are direc tly impacted by
delays at Belt Junction.
II.
NEPA CLASS OF ACTION
Answer the following questions to determine the proposal's potential class of action.
A.
Will the proposal substantially impact the natural, social and I or human environment?
0 YES (Contact FRA)
1:8] NO (Continue)
Actions that will significantly impact the environment require preparation of an Environmental Impact
Statement. These proposals typically include construction or extension of rail lines or rail facilities including
passenger, high speed, or freight rail activities.
B.
Is the significance of the proposal's social, economic or environmental impacts
unknown?
D YES (Contact FRA)
1:8] NO (Continue)
C.
Does Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act apply? (i.e. proposal requires the
use of publicly owned land of a public park, recreation area, or wildlife and waterfowl refuge of
national, State, or local significance, or land of an historic site of national, State, or local
significance, as determined by the Federal, State, or local officials having jurisdiction over the
park, area, refuge, or site.)
D YES (Contact FRA)
1:8] NO (Continue)
D.
Is the proposal likely to require detailed evaluation of more than a few potential impacts?
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0
YES (Contact FRA)
[gl NO (Continue)
E.
Is the proposal likely to generate intense public discussion or concern, even though it
may be limited to a relatively small subset of the community?
0 YES (Contact FRA)
[gl NO (Continue)
F.
Is the proposal inconsistent with any Federal, State, or local law, regulation , ordinance, or
Judicial or administrative determination relating to environmental protection?
0 YES (Contact FRA)
[gl NO (Continue)
G.
Is the proposal an integral part of a program of current Federally supported actions which,
when considered separately, would not be classified as major actions, but when
considered together may result in substantial impacts?
0 YES (Contact FRA)
[gl NO (Continue)
If the answer to any of the questions B through G is "YES", contact the FRA to determine whether the
proposal requires preparation of an Environmental Assessment.
H.
Is the proposal consistent with one of the following potential Categorical Exclusions?
FRA Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts, 64 FR 28545 (May 26, 1999)
[gl YES (Mark category and continue as indicated)
D NO (Contact FRA)
D
Financial assistance or procurements solely for planning or design activities that do not commit the FRA or
its applicants to a particular course of action affecting the environment. (stop and submit to FRAI
0
State rail assistance grants for acquisition. (Continue to Part Ill)
D
Operating assistance to a railroad to continue existing service or to increase service to meet demand,
where the assistance will not result in a change in the effect on the environment. (stop and submit to FRAI
D
Acquisition of existing railroad equipment, track and bridge structures, electrification, communication,
signaling or security facilities, stations, maintenance of way and maintenance of equipment bases, and
other existing railroad facilities or the right to use such facilities, for the purpose of conducting operations of
a nature and at a level of use similar to those presently or previously existing on the subject properties.
(Complete Part Ill, Sections H, I, U, & V and submit to FRA)
D
Research, development and/or demonstration of advances in signal, communication and/or train control
systems on existing rail lines provided that such research, development and/or demonstrations do not
require the acquisition of substantial amounts of right-of-way, and do not substantially alter the traffic
density [or operational] characteristics of the existing rail line. (Continue to Part Ill)
D
Temporary replacement of an essential rail facility if repairs are commenced immediately after the
occurrence of a natural disaster or ca tastrophic failure. (Continue to Part Ill)
D
Changes in plans for a proposal for which an environmental document has been prepared, where the
changes would not alter the environmental impacts of the action. (Continue to Part Ill describing the full
consequences of the changes only)
D
Maintenance of: existing railroad equipment; track and bridge structures; electrification, communication,
signaling, or security facilities; stations; maintenance-of-way and maintenance-of-equipment bases; and
other existing railroad-related facilities. ("Maintenance" means work, normally provided on a periodic basis,
which does not change the existing character of the facility, and may include work characterized by other
terms under specific FRA programs) (Continue to Part Ill)
D
Financial assistance for the construction of minor loading and unloading facilities, provided that proposals
are consistent with local zoning, do not involve the acquisition of a significant amount of land, and do not
significantly alter the traffic density characteristics of existing rail or highway facilities. (Continue to Part Ill)
[gl
Minor rail line additions including construction of side tracks, passing tracks, crossovers, short connections
between existing rail lines, and new tracks within existing rail yards, provided that such additions are
consistent with existing zoning, do not involve acquisition of a significant amount of right of way, and do not
substantially alter the traffic density characteristics of the existing rail lines or rail facilities. (Continue to Part
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Ill)
0
Improvements to existing facilities to service, inspect, or maintain rail passenger equipment, including
expansion of existing buildings, the construction of new buildings and outdoor facilities, and the
reconfiguration of yard tracks. (Continue to Part Ill)
0
Environmental remediation through improvements to existing and former railroad track, infrastructure,
stations and facilities, for the purpose of preventing or correcting environmental pollution of soil, air or water.
(Continue to Part Ill)
0
Replacement, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of an existing railroad bridge, including replacement with a
culvert, that does not require the acquisition of a significant amount of right-of-way. (Continue to Part Ill)
Ill.
PROPOSAL INFORMATION FOR CATEGORICAL EXCLUSIONS
Complete Part Ill unless indicated otherwise in Part II and submit to FRA.
For work to fixed facilities, maps displaying the following, as applicable, are required to be
attached for FRA review:
•
Proposal vicinity
•
Proposal Site Plan indicating the USGS Quadrangle and Section
•
Other Information as necessary to complete Part Ill
A.
Describe how the proposal satisfies the purpose and need identified in Part 1:
2 .1
Purpose.
The purpose of the proj e ct i s to reduce congestion and air pollution
associated with freight train a nd vehicular movement along corridors
connecting a t the Houston Belt a n d Terminal Railway Be lt Junction. This
project is located within Harris County which is part of t h e HoustonGalveston -Brazoria (HGB) area that h as b een designated by the US
Environmental Protec tion Agency (EPA) as a severe non- attainment a r ea
for o z one.
2.2
Need.
The c a uses of c o ngestion a t this location are described as follow:
There is a single track bottleneck point b etween two double track
segme n ts (Houston West Belt Su bdivision and UPRR Palest ine Subdiv i s i on)
at Belt Junction.
Between Belt Junction and Spring Junctio n, along the UPRR
Pales t ine Subdivision, the railroad is utilized in a bi - directional
manner averaging 30 - to 40 trains da i l y in this segment (TxDOT Houston
Region Freight Rai l Study (HRFS), 2 00 7, p . 4- 2 8 ) .
The Houston West Belt Su bdivisi o n is a double track line with the
exception of a very short segment through Belt Junc tion where the
Pa les tine Number 1 track turns into the West Belt Number 1 track at the
Subdivisio n Limits at milepost 228 . 9.
(HRFS, p . 4-38)
The Houston West Belt Subd ivision is a p p roxi ma t ely 9 mile s i n
length and i s u t il i zed in a bi - directional manner averaging 65-7 5
trai ns daily (HRFS, p . 4 -38 ).
The Houston East Belt Subdivision mak es an approximately 11 mile
l oop around the east side of Houston.
It i s a doub le track mainline
operated in a bi - directional mann er averaging between 80-9 0 trains p er
day. (HRFS, p. 4-11 ).
The East Belt connects to multip l e oth er subdivisions in the
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study region.
{HRFS,p. 4-11)
Belt Junction is located approximiately three miles from the
Houston Central Business District. Connecting lines traverse densely
developed sections of the city and include more than 100 at - grade
crossings that are directly impacted by delays at Belt Junction.
B.
Location & Land Use: For fixed facilities, attach a map or diagram, at an appropriate scale,
identifying the location of the proposal site and if applicable, the surrounding land uses and zoning of the
site and surrounding properties. If the proposal would require many pages of maps or diagrams, include
only a location map and contact FRA to determine if additional information is required. A map or diagram
that identifies locations of critical resource areas, wetlands, potential historic sites, or sensitive noise
receptors such as schools, hospitals, and residences should be included f1 there is the potential for impacts
to these resources.
Briefly describe the existing land use of the proposal site and surrounding properlies and resources.
The project is located in a developed part of downtown Houston,
adjacent to industrial facilities. A map of the project area is
attached.
C.
Historic Resources: If any cultural, historic, or archaeological resources are located in the immediate
vicinity of the proposal, check and describe the resource(s) and then describe any potential effect of the
proposal on the resource(s). Consultation with the SHPO is necessary when these resources are
potentially affected.
D
Cultural:
D
Historical:
D Archaeological:
Has consultation with the State Historic Preservation Officer occurred? If so, describe and attach relevant
correspondence.
D
D.
Consultation with SHPO:
Public Notification: Briefly describe any public outreach efforls undertaken on behalf of the proposal, if
any. Indicate opportunities the public has had to comment on the proposal (e.g., Board meetings, open
houses, special hearings).
A public informational meeting was held on May 31, 2012, to prov ide
info rmation to the neighborhood about this project. Due to the large
number of Hispanic population in this area , public notices were placed
in both English and Spanish in the Houston Chronicle newspaper on-line
edition, as well as print legal notices in the print Chronicle and
print La Voz newspapers.
In addition, public off i cials were notified
and a notice was placed on the Gulf Coast Rail District website.
Copies of the noti ce s are located in the appendix . No r equests for
translators were received.
The public meeting was held at the Harris County Education Department
building from 6 pm to 8 pm. Fourteen members of the public signed in,
and approximately fifteen members of the public attended the public
meeting .
Indicate prominent concerns expressed by agencies or the public regarding the proposal, if any.
None
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E.
Transportation: Would the proposal have a detrimental effect on other railway operations or
impact road traffic, or increase demand for parking?
[;gl No (continue) D Yes, describe potential transportation, traffic, and parking impacts, and address
capacity constraints and potential impacts to existing railroad and highway operations. Include maps or
diagrams indicating any impacts and any proposed modifications to existing railways or roadways or parking
facilities. Also, summarize any consultation that has occurred with other railroads or highway authorities
whose operations this project will impact.
F.
Noise and Vibration : Are permanent noise or vibration impacts likely?
[;gl No (continue) D Yes, describe how the proposal will involve noise impacts. lfthe proposal will
result in a change in noise sources (number or speed of trains, stationary sources, etc.) and sensitive
receptors (residences, hospitals, schools, parks, etc.) are present, apply screening distances for noise and
vibration assessment found inFRA noise impact assessment guidance manual (and FTA's manual as
needed) and compare proposal location with nearest receptor(s). If the screening distance is not achieved,
attach a "General Noise and/or Vibration Assessment. "
NoiseD
Vibration
D
As a result of the general assessment(s) are there noise or vibration impacts?
[;gl No (continue)
G.
D Yes (Describe and provide map identifying sensitive receptors):
Air Quality: Does the proposal have the potential to increase concentrations of ambient criteria
pollutants to levels that exceed the NAAQS, lead to the establishment of a new non-attainment
area, or delay achievement of attainment?
[;gl No (continue) D Yes, attach an emissions analysis for General Conformity regarding Carbon
Monoxide (CO), Ozone (03 ) , Particulate Matter (PM 10), Nitrous Oxides (NOx}, and Carbon Dioxide (C02).
and include a hot spot analysis if indicated. Describe any substantial impacts from the proposal.
Is the proposal located in a Non-Attainment or Maintenance area?
[;gl Yes, for which of the following pollutants:
D No (continue)
D Carbon Monoxide (CO)
H.
[;gl Ozone (03)
DParticulate Matter (PM1Q)
Hazardous Materials: Does the proposal involve the use or handling of hazardous materials?
[;gl No (continue) D Yes, describe use and measures that will mitigate any potential for release and
contamination.
I.
Hazardous Waste: If the proposal site is in a developed area or was previously developed or
used for industrial or agricultural production, is it likely that hazardous materials will be
encountered by undertaking the proposal? (Prior to acquiring land or a facility with FRA funds, FRA
must be consulted regarding the potential presence of hazardous materials)
[;gl No, explain why not and describe the steps taken to determine that hazardous materials are not
present on the proposal site and then continue to question l.
No new Right-of-way will be acqui red for this project.
D
Yes, complete a Phase I site assessment and attach.
If a Phase I survey was completed, is a Phase II site assessment recommended ?
D No (continue) D Yes, describe the mitigation and clean-up measures that will be taken to
remediate any hazardous materials present and what steps will be taken to ensure that the local community
is protected from contamination during construction and operation of the proposal.
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J.
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Property Acquisition : Is property acquisition needed for the proposal?
No (continue) 0 Yes, indicate whether the acquisition will result in relocation of businesses or
individuals. Note: To ensure eligibility for Federal participation, grantees may not acquire property with
either local matching or Federal funds prior to completing the NEPA process and receiving written FRA
concurrence in both the NEPA recommendation and property appraisals.
~
K.
Community Disruption and Environmental Justice: Does the proposal present potentially
disruptive impacts to adjacent communities?
~ No (continue)
0 Yes, provide a socio-economic profile of the affected community. Indicate
whether the proposal will have a disproportionately high and adverse effect on minority or low-income
populations. Describe any potential adverse effects and any community resources likely to be impacted.
Describe outreach efforts targeted specifically at minority or low-income populations.
L.
Impacts On Wetlands: Does the proposal temporarily or permanently impact wetlands or
require alterations to streams or waterways?
~ No (continue)
0 Yes, show wetlands and waters on the site map and classification. Describe the
proposal's potential impact to on-site and adjacent wetlands and waters and attach any coordination with
the State and US Army Corps of Engineers.
M.
Floodplain Impacts: Is the proposal located within the 100-year floodplain or are regulated
floodways affected?
~ No (continue)
0 Yes, describe the potential for impacts due to changes in floodplain capacity or
water flow, if any. If impacts are likely, attach scale maps describing potential impacts and describe any
coordination with regulatory entities.
N.
Water Quality: Are protected waters of special quality or concern, essential fish habitats, or
protected drinking water resources present at or directly adjacent to the proposal site?
~ No (continue)
0 Yes, describe water resource and the potential for impact from the proposal, and
any coordination with regulatory entities.
0.
Navigable Waterways: Does the proposal cross or have effect on a navigable waterway?
~
P.
No (continue)
0
Yes, describe potential for impact and any coordination with US Coast Guard .
Coastal Zones: Is the proposal in a designated coastal zone?
~ No (continue)
0 Yes, describe coordination with the State regarding consistency with the coastal
zone management plan and attach the State finding if available.
Q.
Prime and Unique Farmlands: Does the proposal involve the use of any prime or unique
farmlands?
~ No (continue)
0 Yes, describe potential for impact and any coordination with the Soil Conservation
Service of the US Department of Agriculture.
R.
Ecologically Sensitive Areas And Endangered Species: Are any ecologically sensitive
natural areas, designated wildlife or waterfowl refuges, or designated critical habitat areas
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(woodlands, prairies, wetlands, rivers, lakes, streams, and geological formations determined to
be essential for the survival of a threatened or endangered species) within or directly adjacent to
the proposal site?
[gl No (continue) 0 Yes, describe them and the potential for impact. Describe any consultation with
the State and the US Fish and Wildlife Service about the impacts to these natural areas and on threatened
and endangered fauna and flora that may be affected. If required prepare a biological assessment and
attach.
s.
Safety And Security: Are there safety or security concerns about the proposal?
[gl No (continue) 0 Yes, describe the safety or security concerns and the measures that would need
to be taken to provide for the safe and secure operation of the proposal after its construction.
T.
Construction Impacts: Are major construction period impacts likely?
[gl No (continue) 0 Yes, describe the construction plan and identify impacts due to construction noise,
utility disruption, debris and spoil disposal, and address air and water quality impacts, safety and security
issues, and disruptions of traffic and access to property and attach scale maps as necessary.
U.
Cumulative Impacts: Are cumulative impacts likely?
A "cumulative impact" is the impact on the environment that results from the incremental
impact of the action when added to other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future
actions regardless of what agency (Federal or non-Federal) or person undertakes such other
actions. Cumulative impacts may include ecological (such as the effects on natural resources
and on the componen ts, structures, and functioning of affected ecosystems), aesthetic,
historic, cultural, economic, social, or health, whether direct, indirect, or resulting from smaller
actions that individually have no significant impact. Determining the cumulative environmental
consequences of an action requires delineating the cause-and-effect relationships between the
multiple actions and the resources, ecosystems, and human communities of concern.
0 Yes, describe the reasonably foreseeable:
(a) Direct impacts, which are caused by the action and occur at the same time and place.
[gl No (continue)
(b) Indirect impacts, which are caused by the action and are later in time or farther
removed in distance, but are still reasonably foreseeable. Indirect impacts may
include growth inducing effects and other effects related to induced changes in the
pattern of land use, population density or growth rate , and related effects on air and
water and other natural systems, including ecosystems.
V.
Related Federal, State, or Local Actions: Indicate whether the proposal requires any of the following
actions (e.g., permits) by other Agencies and attach copies of relevant correspondence. It is not necessary
to attach voluminous permit applications if a single cover Agency transmittal will indicate that a permit has
been granted. Permitting issues can be described in the relevant resource discussion in sections B-S
above.
0
Section 106 Historic and Culturally Significant Properties
0
Section 4011404 Wetlands and Water
0
USCG 404 Navigable Waterways
0
Executive Orders Wetlands, Floodplains, Environmental Justice
0
Clean Air Act Air Quality
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X.
0
0
Endangered Species Act Threatened and Endangered Biological Resources
0
Safe Drinking Water Act
0
Other State or local Requirements (Describe)
Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act Essential Fish Habitat
Mitigation: Describe mitigation measures which address identified impacts and have been
incorporated into the proposal , if any.
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APPENDIX B
HOUSTON, TX
HOUSTON WEST BELT SUB
MP 228.9 - MP 230
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APPENDIX D
MEMO
TO:
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DATE :
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Joan Darling
402- 458-5926
Christopher Talley
Ho uston Belt Junction
November 18,2011
This memo documents the findings of a Wetland and Stream Delineation for the proposed
railroad project. The delineation was conducted by Christopher Talley of Olsson Associates on
September 29, 2011
Project Location
The project is located at Longitude 95.21'7.7" West, Latitude 29.49'10.98" North in Houston,
Harris County, Texas (see Figure 1 ). The project is bounded by West Hardy Road to the west,
extends 1,070 feet north of Bennington Street, 1,100 feet to the south of Bennington Street, and
east to the end of the existing diamond (900 feet).
Project Description
The Gulf Coast Rail District proposes to install 3,900 feet of second track and rail crossing
through the Houston West Belt Junction with 4 power operated turnouts, realigning quadrant
connections as necessary and reconstructing the manual interlocker signal system. Houston
West Belt Junction is the intersection of the BNSF Houston Subdivision to the west, the East
Belt Subdivision to the east, the UPRR Palestine Subdivision to the north and the beginning of
the UPRR West Belt Subdivision to the south. Houston West Belt Junction is a single track
bottleneck point between two double track segments. The crossing diamond is located on the
West Belt side at milepost 229.04.
Wetland and Stream Delineation
Olsson staff visited the site on September 29, 2011. Routine Wetland Determination Data
Forms (Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains Regions- Version 2.0) were completed for areas with
potential wetlands. These forms document the presence (or absence) of hydrophytic
vegetation, hydric soils, and wetland hydrology according to guidelines established by the
Corps and described in the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetlands
Delineation Manual: Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plains Region (November 2010), and the Corps
of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual (1987). Waters of the U.S determination data forms
were completed at all bridges and culverts. Data sheets and forms taken during the delineation
are provided as Attachments. Photos documenting on-site conditions were also taken (see
attached Photolog). Photo locations and sample points were transferred to digital aerial
photography (see Figures 2 and 3, respectively).
One wetland was identified within the project area at the time of the field visit (see Figure 4).
There was no evidence of waters of the U.S. The trackside ditch was wide and dominated
primarily by non-hydrophytes.
The National Wetland Inventory (NWI and SSURGO Soils Map - Figure 3) does not depict any
wetlands or other waters of the U.S. as existing within the project area. A Palustrine Forested
Broad-leaved Deciduous Temporarily Flooded (PF01A} wetland is located east of the project
site. The entire project area is identified as upland (U).
The SSURGO soils depict two soil map units occurring within the study area. The soils are
identified as Clodine-Urban land complex (Ce) and Urban land (Ur). The Ce soil type is
considered partially hydric when found in flats and the primary component is Clodine (which is
in 55% of the map unit) according to the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) Soils
Data Mart.
Permitting and Project Impacts
One Palustrine Emergent Seasonally Flooded (PEMC) wetland (0.004 acres) was identified
within the project area. The wetland is dominated by Typha angustifolia and was found in a
topographic depression along the railroad trackside drainage ditch. This drainage, outside of
the wetland, is dominated by Bromusjaponicus (Japanese brome), Bromus mol/is (soft brome),
Aster ericoides (heath aster), and other non-hydrophytic vegetation. This wetland will be
impacted due to construction, but no mitigation should be required through the Corps or Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality.
Photo 1 shows the area south of the project location. The Hardy Toll Road/lnterstate-680
Interchange is in the back round.
Photo 12 shows the area south of the south diamond, looking southwest.
vegetation dominates the entire ditch.
Upland
Photo 18 a small shrub/scrub area with Siberian elms and sugar berrys. The understory
was dominated by brome and morning-glory.
Photo 21 shows the drainage north of the shrub/scrub area. Brome and fescue dominate
this area. There were no indications of hydrophytes in this area.
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Photo 23 shows the area just south of the Junction. The vegetation in the culvert area is
primarily heath aster.
Photo 27 shows the north side of the culvert at the Junction.
aster are located in this area
Photo 46 shows the area between the tracks and W. Hardy Road.
wetlands associated with the entire stretch of area between the tracks and road.
Photo 47 is looking north along the track. West Hardy Road is located on the
the photograph. No wetlands were found between the road and the tracks.
Photo 48 shows the north end of the project. No environmental concerns were found
between the road and tracks.
TEXAS
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ASSOCIATES
Figure 4
APPENDIX E
NOISE STUDY REPORT
UPRR HOUSTON BELT JUNCTION
HOUSTON, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS
PREPARED BY
OLSSON ASSOCIATES
MAY2012
OLSSON PROJECT No. 011-2004
Noise Study Report
1.0
Harris County
Houston, Texas
NATURE OF NOISE
Noise may be defined as unwanted sound . Sound is the sensation produced in the hearing
organs when waves are created in the surrounding air by the vibration of some material body.
The impact that sound waves have on the hearing organs is dependent on the pressure
generated by the wave. The unit of measure of sound pressure level in common use is the
decibel (dB), which can be simply defined as a logarithmic function of the actual sound
pressure. The logarithmic function is used because the range of sound pressures is too great
to be accommodated on a linear scale. The reference for sound pressure measurements is 0
decibels (dB) which corresponds to 0.0002 microbars. This represents the weakest sound that
can be heard by a person with very good hearing in an extremely quiet place. A sound level of
100 decibels corresponds to a pressure of 20 microbars, or 100,000 times the pressure that
corresponds with 0 decibels. The range of sound pressure levels most frequently encountered
in evaluating traffic-generated noise on highways is 50 to 95 dB (American Association of State
Highway and Transportation Officials).
2.0
MEASUREMENT OF SOUND
The sound-level meter is the basic instrument of noise measurement. The American Standard
(ANSI Sl.4-1971) specifies that sound level meters have the capability of measuring three
alternate frequency response characteristics designated as A, B, and C. The Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA) has specified that noise be predicted and evaluated in decibels
weighted with the A-level frequency response; this unit of measure is referred to as dBA.
Measurements in dBA incorporate the ear's reduced sensitivity to both low frequency and veryhigh frequency noises, thereby correlating well with our subjective impression of loudness. The
following table displays noise levels (in dBA) common to our everyday activities.
Common Noise Levels
Rock Band at 16ft
Jet Flyover at 985ft
Gas Lawn Mower at 3 ft
Diesel Truck at 50 ft
Same Truck at 110 ft
Gas Lawn Mower at 100 ft
Normal Speech at 3 ft
Birds Chirping
Leaves Rustling
Very Quiet Soft Whisper
Threshold of Hearing
3.0
Noise Level (dBA)
110
105
95
85
80
70
65
50
40
30
0
23 CFR PART 772 STANDARDS
The noise abatement criteria (NAC) developed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
in 23 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 772 are used in this study as the criteria to
assess the train traffic noise and determine if there are noise impacts to the nearby residential
area . The NAC are based on the equivalent level (Leq), noise descriptor. Leq1h is the
equivalent steady state sound level, which during the hour under consideration contains the
same acoustic energy as the time-varying traffic sound level during that same hour. The upper
limits of the hourly Leq desirable noise levels that are part of the NAC are listed below in Table
1. Noise levels that approach or exceed the NAC are not be desirable and are referred to as
noise impacts.
Olsson Project No. 011-2004
1
Noise Study Reporl
Harris County
Houston, Texas
Table 1
Noise Abatement Criteria
Activity
Hourly Noise Levels
Catego!}'_ Leq1hdBA
A
B
57
(Exterior)
67
(Exterior)
72
Description of Activity Category
Lands on which serenity and quiet are of extraordinary significance
and serve an important public need and where the preservation of
those qualities is essential if the area is to continue to serve its
intended purpose.
Picnic areas, recreation areas, play grounds, active sports areas,
parks, residences, motels, hotels, schools, churches, libraries, and
hospitals.
c
(Exterior)
Developed lands, properties or activities not included in Categories
A orB above.
D
---
Undeveloped lands.
52
Residences, motels, hotels, public meeting rooms , schools,
churches, libraries, hospitals , and auditoriums.
E
(Interior)
The land use adjacent to the railroad corridor would come under Activity Category "B" and "C".
Primary consideration is given to exterior areas; therefore, all noise levels referred to in this
study are exterior noise levels. Activity Category "E" is not used since interior noise depends
on the type of windows, doors or wall structures of each building.
4.0
NOISE PREDICTION METHOD
The CREATE railroad noise model is used in this study to predict the Leq dBA noise levels.
This model was developed by Harris Miller Miller and Hanson Inc. and is based on the Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) General Noise Assessment spreadsheet. This model includes
input for moving and stationary railroad and vehicle noise sources. Applicable noise sources are
input into the model for the study area to generate the noise level estimates in this report.
The noise levels shown in this report are based on the "peak hour volume" and are presented in
hourly Leq1 h dBA.
5.0
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project is located north of the central business district of Houston, Texas as depicted in
Figure 1. The Gulf Coast Rail District proposes to install 3,900 feet of second track and rail
crossing through the West Belt Junction and realigning quadrant connections as necessary.
Belt Junction is the intersection of the BNSF Houston Subdivision to the west, the East Belt
Subdivision to the east, the UPRR Palestine Subdivision to the north and the beginning of the
UPRR West Belt Subdivision to the south. Belt Junction is a single track bottleneck point
between two double track segments. The construction limits extend from approximately
Crosstimbers Road to Caplin Street, parallel and east of West Hardy Street within the existing
West Belt right-of-way. This portion of track is located northwest of IH 610 and US 59 near
downtown Houston.
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Noise Study Report
6.0
Harris County
Houston, Texas
TRAIN TRAFFIC MODEL INPUT PARAMETERS
The following sources of noise were input into the CREATE model to assess the train traffic
noise levels. The same number of trains are anticipated under existing and build-out conditions.
Train Type and number per 24-hour period
• Freight Trains- 39
•
Hopper Trains- 11
•
Commuter- 1
Freight and Hopper Train Characteristics
• Average Speed- 13 mph
•
Locomotives/train- 3
•
Average length of train- 7,000 feet
•
Wheel Flats- 1%
Commuter Train Characteristics
• Average Speed- 19 mph
•
Locomotives/train- 2
•
Number of passenger cars/train- 8
•
Wheel Flats- 1%
Railroad Track Characteristics
• Track construction- Welded and Embedded
7.0
ADJACENT LAND USE
Land use adjacent to this project includes Category B (single unit residences) and Category C
(developed land not in Category A or B).
8.0
NOISE PREDICTION
The predicted noise levels for representative sensitive receivers within the project area are
depicted on Figure 2 and on Table 2 below. The table details the following:
•
Predicted noise levels at sensitive receivers under railroad alignment (2012) conditions
•
Predicted noise levels if the project under the Build-Out railroad alignment scenario
A noise impact occurs and abatement measures will be considered for receivers in Activity
Category B if:
•
The predicted Build-Out noise levels approach or exceed the NAC. "Approach" is
defined in the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) noise guidance manual as
1 dBA less than the NAC which is 66 dBA.
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Noise Study Report
•
Harris County
Houston, Texas
Predicted future noise levels are 10 dBA or more above existing levels. For purposes of
interpreting the NAC standards, the TxDOT considers this to be "substantially
exceeding" existing levels.
Table2
Predicted Noise Levels
Existing Conditions
Build-Out Conditions
Receiver
Distance •
(feet)
Loudest
Hour
Leq (h)
Distance**
(feet)
Loudest Hour
Leq (h)
R-1
79
67
71 .5
68
R-2
131
64
123.5
64
R-3
220
60
212.5
60
R-4
225
60
232.5
60
R-5
177
62
177
62
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* Existing Distance- Measured from receiver to centerline of ex1st1ng ma1nhne track
**Build-Out Distance- Measured from receiver to center line of the two parallel mainline tracks
9.0
NOISE ANALYSIS
A noise impact is predicted for one receiver- R-1 , under both the Existing and Build-Out
conditions. There is a predicted increase of 1 db in the noise level from Existing conditions to
Build-Out at R-1. A minimum 3 db change in noise level is necessary before being noticeable
to human hearing.
10.0
NOISE ABATEMENT MEASURES
Noise abatement for this project is not recommended because it would not be cost effective. A
noise wall 200 feet long and 15 feet high was considered for this location. The TxDOT
estimates the construction cost for noise walls to be $18 per square foot and considers a
construction cost of $25,000 per impacted receiver to be "cost effective".
The construction cost for the noise wall considered for the impacted receiver (R-1) would be
$54,000 which exceeds the Texas DOT "cost effective" criteria.
11.0
CONCLUSION
Noise abatement measures are not recommended for this project because the construction
cost for a noise wall at this location is estimated to be $54,000. This cost exceeds the TxDOT
"cost effective" criteria.
In the event that any changes in the nature, design, or location of the project are planned, the
conclusions and recommendations contained in this report shall not be considered valid unless
the changes are reviewed and conclusions of this report modified or verified in writing.
4
Noise Study Report
12.0
Harris County
Houston, Texas
REFERENCES
CREATE Railroad Noise Model User Guide, Harris Miller Miller and Hanson, Inc., 2005
Guidelines for Analysis and Abatement of Roadway Traffic Noise, Texas Department of
Transportation, April 2011 .
Highway Noise Fundamentals,
Administration, September 1980.
US
Department of
Transportation,
Federal
Highway
5
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1.0 NATURE OF NOISE.......... ................ .................. .. .. ...... ................ ............ .. ..
1
2.0 MEASUREMENT OF SOUND ........................................................................
1
3.0 23 CFR PART 772 STANDARDS.................. .................. ...............................
1
4.0 NOISE PREDICTION METHOD ................................ .... .. ................ ............. ..
2
5.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ...... .. .. .... .. ...... .. .... .... .. .. .. .. .. .. ..... .. .. ........ ...... ...... ....
2
6.0 TRAIN TRAFFIC MODEL INPUT PARAMETERS ............................... .......... .
3
7.0 ADJACENT LAND USE................... .. ......................................... .......... ..........
3
8.0 NOISE PREDICTION........ .............................................................................
3
9.0 NOISE ANALYSIS. ...... ................................. ........................................ .... ......
4
10.0 NOISE ABATEMENT MEASURES.......................... .......................................
4
11 .0 CONCLUSION .. .......... ..... ...... .... .... ........ .. .... ...... .. .. .... .. ...... .. .......... .. .. .. ...... .. ..
4
12.0 REFERENCES .................. ........... ................................................................ ..
5
Tables
Table 1
Noise Abatement Criteria ....................................................... ................
2
Table 2
Predicted Noise Levels ........... ..................................................... ..........
4
Appendices
Appendix A
Location Map
Appendix B
Receiver Location and Noise Contours (Figures 1-5)
F:\Projects\011 -2004\noise\report.doc
APPENDIX A
Location Map
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Receiver Location
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