0781-DNSDetermination of Non-Significance
File Number SUB-05-0781-YL
Proponent: City of Yelm Public Works Department
Description of Proposal: Reconstruction of Stevens Street NW, and approximately
400 feet of new roadway from NW Railroad Street to North First Street.
Location of the Proposal: From North First Street north to NW Edwards Street.
Section/Township/Range: Section 19, Township 17 North, Range 2 East, W.M.
Threshold Determination: The City of Yelm as lead agency for this action has
determined that this proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on
the environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will not be
required under Section 43.21 C.030 (2)(c) RCW. This decision was made after review of
a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency.
This information is available to the public on request.
Conditions/Mitigating Measures:
Lead agency: City of Yelm
Responsible Official: Grant Beck, Community Development Director
Date of Issue: Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Comment Deadline: January 9, 2007, at 5:00 P.M.
lines January 16, 2007, at 5:00 P.M.
Grant Be ,Community Development Director
This ermination of Non-Significance (DNS) is issued pursuant to Section 197-11-340 (2) WAC.
Comments must be submitted to Grant Beck, Community Development Department, at City of Yelm, 105
Yelm Ave. W., P.O. Box 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by January 9, 2007, at 5:00 P.M. The City of Yelm will
not act on this proposal prior January 16, 2007, at 5:00 P.M.
You may appeal this determination to the Yelm Hearing Examiner, at above address, by submitting a
written appeal no later than January 16, 2007, at 5:00 P.M. You should be prepared to make specific
factual objections. Contact Grant Beck, Community Development Director, to learn more about the
procedures for SEPA appeals. This DNS is not a permit and does not by itself constitute project
approval. The applicant must comply with all applicable requirements of the City of Yelm prior to
receiving construction permits which may include but are not limited to the City of Yelm Comprehensive
Plan, Zoning Code (Title 17 YMC), Critical Areas Code (Chapter 14.08 YMC), Stormwater Drainage
Design and Erosion Control Manual, International Building Code, Critical Areas Regulations (Title 14
YMC), Road Design Standards, Platting and Subdivision Code (Title 16 YMC), and the Shoreline Master
Program.
DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE
Published: Nisqually Valley News, Friday, December 29, 2006
Posted in public areas: Friday, December 26, 2006
Copies to: All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and Dept. of Ecology w/checklist
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CITY OF YELM
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
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Name of proposed project, if any: Stevens Street NW Roadway Improvements
Name of applicant: City of Yelm
Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person:
Applicant
City of Yelm
105 Yelm Ave. W.
P.O. Box 479
Yelm, WA 98597
Ms. Stephanie Ray
Public Works Department
(360) 458-8414
Engineer
Gray & Osborne, Inc.
701 Dexter Ave. N., #200
Seattle, WA 98109
Mr. Brian Sourwine, P.E.
Project Engineer
(206) 284-0860
Date checklist prepared: November 17, 2006
Agency requesting checklist: City of Yelm, Washington
Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Construction scheduled for Spring 2007.
Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or
connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
None.
List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be
prepared, directly related to this proposal.
A Geotechnical Study has been prepared for the City.
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Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
None.
List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if
known.
Approval of plans and street permits by the City of Yelm. '~
Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation - Cultural Resources `
Assessment
Approval of plans by the Transportation Improvement Board
Department of Fish and Wildlife -Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA)
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the
size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask
you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those
answers on this page.
The City of Yelm proposes the reconstruction of the existing Stevens Street NW
roadway (approximately 550 feet) from NW Edwards Street to NW Railroad Street.
The proposed improvements will also include constructing approximately 400 feet
of new roadway from NW Railroad Street to North First Street. The proposed
improvements will provide for one travel lane in each direction, 5-foot sidewalks,
bike lanes, planter strips and streetlights. Stormwater collection, conveyance and
treatment facilities will also be included in the proposed project. Anew waterline
will be constructed on Stevens Street from Railroad Street to North First Street
and on North First Street from Stevens Street to near Railway Road.
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the
precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section,
township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide
the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity
map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. You need not duplicate maps or
detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist.
The project is located within Section 19, T17N, R2E, within the City of Yelm
corporate limits. The project extends from N First Street to NW Edwards Street.
See attached vicinity map.
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one):
flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Approximately 30%.
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand,
gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify
them and note any prime farmland.
The soils in the area are generally sandy and gravel. Along Stevens Street
the soil consists of silty to sandy gravel and cobbles.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate
vicinity? If so, describe.
No
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Import material will be required in the roadway widening and
reconstruction areas. Approximate quantity of gravel materials is 1500
tons. In addition, approximately 900 tons of asphalt materials will be
imported. Source of materials shall be determined by the Contractor.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally
describe.
Erosion of cleared areas or of stockpiled materials may occur during
periods of wet weather throughout the construction phase. Tempoaay
erosion control mitigation shall be contractually mandated, installed and
maintained throughout the constrution process by the contractor.
Inspection of the temporary erosion control measures shall be conducted
until such time that the construction is complete and vegetation is
established.
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g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction such as asphalt or buildings?
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The project encompasses approximately 1.2 acres. Approximately 80% of
the project site will be covered with impervious surtaces Approximately
40% of the existing site is currently covered with impervious surtaces.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any:
The Contractor will be continually required to incorporate provisions for
erosion control such as use of straw bales, silt fencing, visqueen, etc.
during construction, as required by the contract. In addition, the project
will be temporarily "shut down" during severe weather conditions.
Disturbed areas will be hydro-seeded with grass, or planted with native
plants to minimize erosion potential.
Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust,
automobile exhaust, odors, industrial wood smoke} during construction and when
the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate
quantities if known.
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Exhaust emissions from equipment, bath diesel and gas operated, will take
place during construction. Dust may be emitted during excavation
activities and back filling of the utility trenches. Na additional emissions to
the air will result from the completed project.
Are there any off-site sources of emissions ar odor that may affect your
proposal? If so, generally describe.
No
Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
The Contractor shall minimize dust nuisance by cleaning, sweeping,
sprinkling water, or other means. Internal combustion engines shall not be
allowed to idle for prolong periods of time. The contractor shall also be
required to maintain construction vehicles and equipment in good repair.
The contract will include provisions for dust control during construction.
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Water
a. Surface Water
1) Is there any surface water body or wetland on or in the immediate vicinity of the
site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds)? If
yes, describe type and provide names. State what stream or river it flows into?
Yelm Creek is the nearest body of water and is approximately 500 feet
northeast of the roadway portion of the project.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 300 feet) th
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
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e aterline on North First Street will cross the existing Yelm Cree
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Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
None
Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
No
Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note elevation on the
site plan.
No
Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters?
If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
No
b. Groundwater:
1) Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to groundwater?
Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
Some dewatering may be required in the event of groundwater seepage
into trenches. The proposed stormwater facilities will collect and infiltrate
storm runoff.
2) Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, sensitivity, ,~"~~~" .a
protection, recharge areas, etc. ;
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3) Describe waste material that will be discharged into or onto the ground from
septic tanks or other sources, if any (such as domestic sewage; industrial
byproducts; agricultural chemicals).
N/A
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If sa, describe.
Stormwater shall be collected and conveyed in a new system of catch
basins and storm pipes and infiltrated using infiltration pipes and/or
structures.
2) Could waste materials enter ground ar surface waters? If sa, generally describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water
impacts, if any:
Methods to minimize and mitigate construction related erosion will be
provided in the design and within the contract documents. Methods
include the use of silt fence and straw bales to entrap migrating silt on site
and the placing of filter fabric aver catch basins to restrict silt from
entering the existing storm system. Fill slopes and cut slopes shall be
seeded with grass, ar planted with native plant materials to control
erasion.
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
X deciduous tree: alder, maple, oak, aspen, other
X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
X shrubs
X grasses
X pasture
crops or grains
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
Ground cover including grasses and shrubs shall be removed. A small
number of existing trees will be disturbed and/or pruned as part of the
construction.
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c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
None
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d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or
enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
Cut slopes and fill slopes will be restored with grass seed or sod. Planter
strips shall be landscaped with trees and grass per City Standards.
5. Animals
a. Circle any birds and animals that have been observed on or near the site ar are
known to be on or near the site:
birds: hawk, heron, ducks, eagle, songbirds,
other:
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
fish: bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other:
b. List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the
site.
None
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
None known.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
None.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, gasoline, heating oil, wood, solar
etc.) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe
whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, transportation, etc.
Electrical power will be required to operate the new street lighting.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
No
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if
any:
Construction equipment shall be properly operated and maintained.
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7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic
chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spills, of hazardous waste, that could occur
as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
No
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
N/A
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
Contract shall require hazardous materials spill kits to be maintained on
site during the project.
b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
traffic, equipment operation, other)?
N/A
2} What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the
project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction,
operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site.
Short-term noise from machinery during working hours will occur during
the course of construction from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., unless otherwise
approved by the City. No increase in noise from vehicular traffic is
anticipated as a result of the completed project.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Working hours will be established by the contract limiting working hours
to weekdays from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., or in accordance with City
Ordinances on working hours, unless otherwise approved by the City.
Equipment shall not be allowed to idle for extended periods of time.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
The site is currently used as a City owned street. Adjacent properties
include both residential and commercial lots. In addition, the City
proposes to obtain right-of-way in order to complete the project. The
project also crosses a former railroad right-of-way currently owned by the
City.
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b. Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If sa,
describe.
No
c. Describe any structures on the site.
The existing structure on-site is a one-story mini storage building (20' x
80').
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
Yes, this project will require the removal of the one-story mini-storage
building.
e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Central Business District, C1-Commercial, Industrial
f. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
The areas adjacent to the project site are zoned C1-Commercial,
Residential, Industrial and Central Business District.
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the
site? ~ I
N/A
h. Has any cart of the site been classified as a '"natural resource", "critical" or°~ ~ ~'
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"environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.i' ~„~
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
None
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
None
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
NJA
I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and
projected land uses and plans, if any:
This project is included in the City of Yelm's 6-year Transportation
Improvement Plan.
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9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low-income housing.
None
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether
high, middle, or low-income housing.
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce ar control housing impacts, if any:
NIA
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas;
what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
Light pales will be approximately 25' in height.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
None
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
Areas disturbed by construction would be seeded with grass or replanted
with native vegetation.
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
The project proposes the installation of street lighting. All luminaires
would be directed to illuminate the proposed roadway.
c. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
No
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
None
d. Proposed measures to reduce or contral light and glare impacts, if any:
Luminaire choice will address any possible impacts.
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12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
None
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so,
describe.
No
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation opportunities:
No
13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally
describe.
No
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archeological,
scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
N/A
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
As part of this project the City will prepare a Cultural Resource
Assessment. In the event that materials of cultural, historic, or
archaeological significance are discovered during construction, work shall
be halted and the Washington Office of Archaeology and Historic
Preservation shall be consulted.
14. Transportation
a. Identify sidewalks, trails, public streets and highways serving the site, and
describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if
any.
North 1St Street, NW Railroad Street and NW Edwards Street intersects NW
Stevens Street within the project limits. The existing sidewalks located
along North 1St Street, NW Railroad Street and NW Edwards Street will be
connected to the new sidewalks on NW Stevens Street.
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b. Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist
for transit service?
No
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? Now many would
the project eliminate?
No change in parking will occur.
d. .Will the proposal require any new sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, or
improvements to existing sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, not including
driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private).
Yes, a new public road will be constructed to join NE Stevens Street with
NW Edwards Street. New 5-foot sidewalks and bike lanes will be
constructed as part of this project.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
The project will cross a former railroad right-of-way, currently awned by
the City.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project?
If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
The road project does not generate additional trips.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
The project itself is designed to control transportation along the project
corridor. The construction of sidewalks will provide safety improvements
for non-motorized travel access. The project as a whole improves both
safety and mobility along the corridor. During construction, a construction
traffic control plan will be utilized to minimize any impacts far
transportation.
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example:
fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally
describe:
No increases anticipated.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
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The contract documents will include provisions for maintaining existing
utility service and local access to residents. The Contractor shall be
required to locate all existing utilities and coordinate all construction
activities with all affected utility companies and residents during the
construction phase.
16. Utilities
a. Underline utilities currently available at the site: electrici ,natural gas, water,
refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other.
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the
service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate
vicinity which might be needed.
Utilities proposed for the project include storm drainage improvements
and possible reclaimed water facilities to be owned and operated by the
City. In addition, water system and minor sanitary sewer improvements
will be completed. Relocation and /or adjustment of existing telephone,
power and cable television facilities are also anticipated by YCOM, Puget
Sound Energy and Comcast, respectively.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers
that the City of Y_,~im
Sic~~iature:
Date
nd complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand
?,them to make its decision.
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SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(Do not use this sheet for project actions.)
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent of the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or at a
faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions to air;
production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of
noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, ar marine life?
Proposed measures to protect ar conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. Haw would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect ar conserve energy and natural resources are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect critical or environmentally sensitive
areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection, such
as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat,
historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or natural resource areas?
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Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
~. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or
requirements for the protection of the environment.
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