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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 19-231

NOTICES

DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION

Findings

[49 Pa.B. 805]
[Saturday, February 16, 2019]

 Under section 2002 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. § 512) establishing the Department of Transportation (Department), the Acting Director of the Bureau of Project Delivery, as delegated by the Secretary of Transportation, makes the following written findings:

 The Department is planning the following listed projects. Environmental and Section 4(f) Documentation have been developed for the following identified projects to evaluate the potential environmental impacts caused by these projects. The Section 4(f) documents also serve as the Section 2002 Evaluation. The approved documents are available in the CE/EA Expert System at http://www.dotdom2.state.pa.us/ceea/ceeamain.nsf. The environmental, economic, social and other effects of the proposed projects have been considered. Based upon studies, there is no feasible and prudent alternative to the use of the Section 2002 resources for the proposed identified projects, and all reasonable steps have been taken to minimize the effects.

• SR 3010, Section P15—College Township, Centre County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is the preservation of the SR 3010, Section P15 bridge over Spring Creek. Work will include deck resurfacing, barrier replacement and constructing a sidewalk on the existing structure.

 Environmental Documents: CE BRPA Evaluation approved on October 10, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Public Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and/or Waterfowl Refuges, State Forest Land and State Game Land approved on October 9, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The project requires approximately 0.041-acre of right-of-way (ROW) from the 1.41-acre Cairns Crossing. Cairns Crossing is a College Township owned neighborhood park, which qualifies as a Section 4(f)/Section 2002 resource.

• SR 3018, Section 012—Mifflin Township, Lycoming County.

 Project Description: The proposed project involves the replacement of the SR 3018, Section 012 bridge over First Fork Larry's Creek. Work will also include approach roadway work and guide rail updates.

 • Environmental Documents: ED 1b Evaluation approved on November 28, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Public Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and/or Waterfowl Refuges, State Forest Land and State Game Land approved on November 19, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The project will require approximately 0.042-acre of ROW from the 11.62-acre Mifflin Township Park, which qualifies as a Section 4(f)/Section 2002 resource.

• SR 2038, Section M04—Horsham Township and Warrington Township, Bucks County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is the restoration, resurfacing and reconstruction of SR 2038, Section M04 (County Line Road). The project will include drainage improvements, guide rail updates and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant curb ramps. The bridge over an unnamed tributary to Little Neshaminy Creek will be replaced as part of the project.

 Environmental Documents: CE 1b Reevaluation approved on November 16, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on January 5, 2015.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The 126-acre Graeme Park (Keith House) is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and lies within the 175-acre William and Hanna Penrose House/Penrose-Strawbridge Farm, which is eligible for listing on the NRHP. Collectively, the resource is known as the Graeme Park (Keith House) and William and Hanna Penrose House/Penrose-Strawbridge Farm, and the project will require approximately 1.581-acre of ROW from the resource.

• SR 7009, Section 021—Hilltown Township, Bucks County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is the replacement of the County Bridge # 21 that carries T-417 (Rickert Road) over Morris Run.

 Environmental Documents: CE 2 Evaluation approved on November 15, 2018, and a Nationwide/Programmatic Section 4(f) Evaluation for Projects that Necessitate the Use of Historic Bridges approved on October 19, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The existing bridge was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP.

• SR 1018, Section HAV—Haverford Township, Delaware County.

 Project Description: This project involves replacing two existing structures carrying Ardmore Avenue over Cobbs Creek and SEPTA's Norristown High-Speed Route 100 Line. The project will also include the construction of retaining walls and ADA compliant ramps, stairs and sidewalks.

 Environmental Documents: CE 2 Reevaluation approved on October 15, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties on July 31, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The Merion Golf Club is listed on the NRHP. The SEPTA lines (formerly known as the Philadelphia and Western Railway) were determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. The project will require approximately 0.206-acre of ROW from the Merion Golf Club and approximately 0.107-acre of ROW and an aerial easement of 0.046-acre from SEPTA.

• SR 3045, Section MRH—Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County.

 Project Description: The project proposes the reconstruction and widening of Belmont Avenue (SR 3045, Section MRH). The existing structure over Gulley Run will be replaced. The project also includes upgrades of drainage facilities, curbing, sidewalks, traffic signals, street lighting and streetscape improvements.

 Environmental Documents: CE 2 Evaluation approved on November 20, 2018, a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on June 15, 2018, a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Public Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and/or Waterfowl Refuges, State Forest Land and State Game Land approved on June 15, 2018, and a Nationwide/Programmatic Section 4(f) Evaluation for Projects that Necessitate the Use of Historic Bridges approved on June 22, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The 75-acre Westminster Cemetery was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. The project will require approximately 0.531-acre of ROW from the cemetery and approximately 0.4-acre of ROW from the 41-acre Lower Merion Township-owned Cynwyd Heritage Trail, which both qualify as Section 4(f)/Section 2002 resources. The railroad bridge over Belmont Avenue is a contributing feature to the Reading Railroad, which was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP.

• SR 0030, Section 121—Hamilton Township, Franklin County.

 Project Description: The project includes the replacement of the SR 0030, Section 121 bridge over a tributary to the Back Creek. The project also includes minor drainage updates.

 Environmental Documents: ED BRPA Evaluation approved on October 1, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on September 24, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The 111.37-acre George Grove Farm was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. Approximately 0.05-acre of ROW will be required from the resource.

• SR 0772, Section 043—East Donegal Township, Lancaster County.

 Project Description: The project includes the replacement of the SR 0772, Section 043 bridge over Donegal Creek.

 Environmental Documents: CE BRPA Evaluation approved on November 28, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on October 2, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The 120-acre Share Mill Complex was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. Approximately 0.049-acre of ROW will be required from the resource.

• SR 0074, Section 063—Wellsville Borough, York County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is the replacement of the Carlisle Road bridge carrying SR 0074, Section 063 over an unnamed tributary to Doe Run.

 Environmental Documents: ED BRPA Evaluation approved on October 24, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on August 20, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The 24-acre Wellsville Historic District is listed on the NRHP. Approximately 0.012-acre of ROW will be required from the resource.

• SR 0124, Section 014—Lower Windsor Township, York County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is a bridge replacement for the East Prospect Road bridge that carries SR 0124, Section 014 over an unnamed tributary to Cabin Creek.

 Environmental Documents: CE BRPA Evaluation approved on October 4, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on August 22, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The Peter Keller Farmstead was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. Approximately 0.029-acre will be required from the resource.

•SR 0462, Section 045—Hellam Township, York County.

 Project Description: The project involves the replacement of the SR 0462, Section 045 bridge over an unnamed tributary to Kreutz Creek.

 Environmental Documents: ED BRPA Evaluation approved on November 14, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on September 17, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The Rudy Farm was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. Approximately 0.35-acre of ROW will be required from the resource.

• SR 0616, Section 009—North Codorus Township, York County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is a replacement of the SR 0616, Section 009 bridge over an unnamed tributary to the South Branch Codorus Creek.

 Environmental Documents: ED BRPA Evaluation approved on October 12, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on August 22, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The George Hamm Farm was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. Approximately 0.132-acre of ROW will be required from the resource.

• SR 0022, Section 49S—Hollidaysburg Borough, Blair County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is the realignment of several intersections along Allegheny Street (SR 0022, Section 49S) as well as the rehabilitation of a structurally deficient concrete arch bridge over the Beaver Dam Branch of the Juniata River.

 Environmental Documents: ED 1b Evaluation approved on October 31, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on June 7, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: Gaysport Historic District was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. Approximately 0.28-acre of ROW will be required from the 62-acre historic district. The Allegheny Street Bridge over the Beaver Dam Branch of the Juniata River was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP and will be rehabilitated.

• SR 1053, Section 452—Banks Township, Indiana County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is a replacement of the Lockvale Road bridge that carries SR 1053, Section 452 over the South Branch of Bear Run.

 Environmental Documents: CE 1b Evaluation approved on November 9, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Public Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and/or Waterfowl Refuges, State Forest Land and State Game Land approved on August 8, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: Approximately 0.13-acre of ROW will be required from the 3,956-acre State Game Lands Number 174, which qualifies as a Section 4(f)/Section 2002 resource.

• SR 0030, Section A31—Forest Hills Borough, Allegheny County.

 Project Description: The proposed project is the replacement of the SR 0030, Section A31 bridge over Falls Run. Minor roadway approach work, guide rail and drainage work will occur as well.

 Environmental Documents: ED BRPA Evaluation approved on October 24, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Public Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and/or Waterfowl Refuges, State Forest Land and State Game Land approved on September 6, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: Approximately 0.038-acre will be required from the 23.23-acre Forest Hills Park, which qualifies as a Section 4(f)/Section 2002 resource.

• SR 0376, Section A61—City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County.

 Project Description: This project involves rehabilitating two retaining walls supporting SR 0376 Eastbound.

 Environmental Documents: CE 1a Evaluation approved on December 10, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Public Parks, Recreation Areas, Wildlife and/or Waterfowl Refuges, State Forest Land and State Game Land approved on December 7, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: Approximately 0.075-acre of ROW will be required from the 13.82-acre Eliza Furnace Trail, which qualifies as a Section 4(f)/Section 2002 resource.

• SR 1009, Section F10—Houston Borough, Washington County.

 Project Description: The project proposes to replace Chartiers Run Bridge that carries SR 1009, Section F10 (Pike Street) over Chartiers Run. The new structure will be wider to accommodate a northbound left-turn lane. Drainage improvements and guide rail updates will also be included.

 Environmental Documents: CE 2 Evaluation approved on November 28, 2018, and a Nationwide/Programmatic Section 4(f) Evaluation for Projects that Necessitate the Use of Historic Bridges approved on September 28, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resources: The Chartiers Run Bridge was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP.

• SR 4019, Section C11—North Huntingdon Township, Westmoreland County.

 Project Description: The project proposes to replace the SR 4019 Warren Pony Truss Bridge over Norfolk Southern Railroad.

 Environmental Documents: CE 2 Reevaluation approved on December 19, 2018, and an Individual Section 4(f) Evaluation approved on April 26, 2012.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The Pennsylvania Railroad Mainline was determined eligible for listing on the NRHP. The SR 4019 Warren Pony Truss Bridge is considered a contributing resource to the Pennsylvania Railroad Mainline.

• SR 0420, Section DWD—Tinicum Township and Prospect Park Borough, Delaware County.

 Project Description: The project proposes to replace the southbound and northbound structures that carry SR 0420, Section DWD over Darby Creek. The alignment for the new structures will be shifted and the profile will be raised for the new structures. Shared use paths will be constructed underneath the bridges adjacent to the abutments to accommodate bike/pedestrian traffic.

 Environmental Documents: CE 2 Evaluation approved on December 28, 2018, and a Determination of Section 4(f) De Minimis Use Section 2002 No Adverse Use Historic Properties approved on January 3, 2018.

 Proposed Use of Section 4(f)/2002 Resource: The Morton Homestead is listed on the NRHP. The project will occur within the existing ROW, but the profile and alignment adjustments will impact the existing landscape and are within the Morton Homestead boundary.

MELISSA J. BATULA, PE, 
Acting Director
Bureau of Project Delivery

[Pa.B. Doc. No. 19-231. Filed for public inspection February 15, 2019, 9:00 a.m.]


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