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Environmental Checklist.pdf#P71 CITY OF EDMONDS ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Purpose of Checkllst: The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for all proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required. Instructions forApplicauts: This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS. Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can. You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or does not apply". Complete answers to the questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later. Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you. The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of Iand. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Use of checklistfor nonproject proposals: For nonproject proposals complete this checklist and the supplemental sheet for nonproject actions (Part D). the lead agency may exclude any question for the environmental elements (Part 13) which they determine do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposed nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively. A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Forest Dell Drive --Natural Gas Main Replacement 2. Name of applicant: Puget Sound Energy _ 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Elaine Babby P O Box 97034. Mailstop 91V Bellevue WA 98009-9734 4. Date checklist prepared: September l 20 77 5. Agency requesting checklist: City ofEdmonds Revised on 9116116 PSE SEPA Checklist FINAL. doe Page 1 of 22 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): This is compliance related work to replace an existingpipe that is in poor condition. Work is plannedfor drp season conshwelion this suumrer/fall 2017 (STAFF COMMENTS) 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. .No. (STAFF COMMENTS)_ 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. None. (STAFF COMMENTS) 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. Unknown. _ (Sl'AP F COMM ENTS)_ 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. Street U.ve Permit. (STAFF COMMENTS) - 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and 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. Me aoject consists -of the replacement of an existing natural gas distribution main that services residents in Edmo ds 4pproximate.ly 620 eel f existft l%" gam We will be replaced with new 2" gas pipe, extending east rotn the tie-in on the east side of Ol conic Avenue. All work Is limited to the existing hitproved riblic right-of-way. Revised on 9119116 PSh_SEPtl_Checklist FINAL. doe Page 2 of22 The pipe will cross F5•uitdale Creek which is entirely contained within a culvert that crosses Forest Dell Drive. The culvert crossing will be constructed via horizontal directional drill with no trenching in the vicin6 Qtthe culvert, and no d1s1w-bance of vegetation The drill under the culvert is anticipated to be altprox!tn ely 166feel in length (STAFF COMMENTS) '• - 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 range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The arQject is located in the road right -of --way of Forest Dell Drive in Edmonds. Washington. (STAFF COMMENTS) c.Lay, -.x.... 1. \ TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other: The site it a paved public road in a residential neighborhood. Area is hilly, slog xp to the east. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? 25-70% according to the soil survey information. (STAFF COMMENTS)- C . What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, and muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. Alderwood-Evereit-eravellvsandv loam andrlldei-wood Urban land complex Revised on 9119116 PSL SEP- Checklist FINAL. doe Page 3 of22 (STAFF COMMENTS). d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. Unknown. (STAFF COMMEN C. Describe the purpose, type, total area and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Approximately 90 cubic Yards Qt)material will be removed from tddit retrenches and pity to install the new pjpe. Imported ba&1U will be used W bed the ' e and tQ achieve ademiate compaction in the trench. The material will be provided by the contractor, sourced from a local provider such as Cadman. No change in grade will resrdt ,from the project. (STAFF COMMENTS) Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. The pt:Q'el ct rewires no clearnim but in the event sigtti cant raj»fall occurs dm•ing construction, wwsion could result due to open trenches. The project was planned fv -the dry season to minimize the risk of erosion. (STAFF COMMENTS) g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? There will be no change to the percent ofthe site covered with tmpetviorts surface ajtet• the p�giect is consh ucted. The work will occur within a paved roadwo& which will be restored to pre-existing condition when the work is complete. (STAFF COMMENTS) h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Rrosion control best management practices LBW-v will be e»tpinyed during construction (see SWPPP details on age d v the siteplan). The portion gfthe project near the stream will be dred._no surface disturbance will occur in that specific area. (STAYM COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PST SEPfl_Checklist FINAL. doe Page 4 of22 2. AIR a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile, odors, and industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. There will be no on -going emissions from the project once it is complete. Dining construction there could be minor dust from t enching activities and exhaust sons constructiar egerip»rent. but it u+ill be lemporar•v in nature. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may effect your proposal? If so, generally describe. No. (.STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to the, if any: Vehicles will meet required emission standards for their class. (STAFF COMMENTS) 3. WATER a. Surface: (I) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, and wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. Yes Fr•uitdale Creek, a calegor•y 2 perennial stream, is located in the project site. The stream crosses under the road in a culvert and drains to Pueei Sound. (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. Yes the proposed nalrn•algas line will cross under the crrlvert that conveys Fr•uitdale Creek. The natural gas line will be direclionally drilled under the culverl with 5 feet 9f separation. Please refer to plans Section A in particular•). (STAFF COMMENTS) Ur fN,% g or' �ae�rk �11- %14d Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA Checklist FINAL.doe Page 5 of22 (3) 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,--. --- - — — -- (STAFF COMMENTS) -- — — (4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. (STAFF COMMENTS)-_(5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. MO. (STAFF COMMENTS)____--_ (6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. (STAFF COMMENTS) _ b. Ground: (1) Will ground water be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well Will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. No groundwater will be withdrawn from a well and no water will be discharged to ground water: (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals...; agricultural; Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA Checkiist FIMAL.doc Page 6 of22 etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. No waste material will be discharged into the ground. (STAFF COMMENTS) 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 so, describe. Stormwater runoff could occur along the project route fine Ike nraiect site is paved Stormwater will bg diverted awa from the work site and trench usigg bmM such as stomv wattles and kept out of srit waters via binps such as silt fence and catch basin inserts. (STAFF COMMENTS) (2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? if so, generally describe. In the event of inclement weather. sill -laden wal_r_r or diillilrgfluid could possibl migrate i•om the immediate site and enter gr undo, zaface water. (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, describe. No. (STAFF COMMENTS)_ d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, runoff water, and drainage pattern impacts, if any: Limit the amount of trench open at g4y one time. Bac&�Jl! and restore road cuts promptly (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PSE SI PA_Checktist FINAL.doc Page 7 of 22 4. Plants a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: X deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other: Vinentaple, BigLeafmaple X evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other: Douglas fit; Cedar X Shrubs Rhododendron grass pasture crop or grain Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other: water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other: _ X other types of vegetation: Ornamental landscape plantings _ (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What bind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? None. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) __ d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other materials to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: .None. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA_Checklist FINAL. doe Page 8 of22 e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) 5. Animals a. List any birds and other animals that have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include:: birds: hr�' eron, eagle so,C ngbir ' other: mammals: deer, bear, ells, beaver, other; fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: (STAFF COMMENTS) P�: r�`-� -3..e, of IA b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. Edmonds is located along the Paci le Flyway a known avian migration route. (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: None. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PSE -SEPA Checklisl F1NAL.doc Page 9 of22 e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) — - — - — 6. Energy and Natural Resources a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. The project has no energy needs, but will provide for the enera needs of the residences in the area. (SI'A FF COM M ENTS) b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. (STAFF COMMENTS) 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: None. (STAFF COMMENTS) - - - --_—- 7. Environmental Health a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so describe. Normal operation of'lhe natural gas line will not result in environmental health hoards. Apotential exists for the release a natural gas if the pipe is damaged In the event of a release natural gas will normally dissipate into the atmgMhere since it is lighter than air, Under unusual conditiomm gas could ignite or explode if it is present in a Mecific mix Qtair to gas 0°/n to 14%) (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA_Checklist FIN,4L.doc Page 10 of 22 (1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) _ (2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. None. (STAFF COMMENTS) (3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or constructions, or at any time during the operating life of the project. No hazardous or toxic materials will be used during the construction ef the gas line. Natual gas will be conveyed by the pWe once construction is comalete — but that condition exists today with the existing ggA (STAFF COMMENTS) ___ (4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. O SDecial emergency services will be reguired In the unlikely event that the go line Is damaged normal emergency response efforts will be engaged (STAFF COM (5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: The proposed gas line will be constructed according to applicable federal and state standards, as well as srs operating standards The line will be monitored as part of PSE's leak detection proyam. In a d t en. PS'E actively_partk pates in the state and local Undeig ound Utilities Coordinatim Councils and promotes the "Call Before You Dig" 811 program. All parties performing excavation work are required by law to use this service. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA_CheeklistFlNflL.doe Page 11 of22 b. Noise (1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? None, (STAFF COMMENTS) _ -- (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 hour's noise would come from the site. There will be short term noise generated by construction vehicles and equipment. Once the project is complete, no noise will be generated. (STAFF COMMENTS) _ __ _ _ (3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: Construction will be limited to permitted dc{vlime hours only. Construction gquinment will have mu�(ed exhaust systems. (STAFF COMME 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. �le family residential. (STAFF COMMENTS) , i b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or nonforest use? No. Revised on 9119116 PSE_SEPA_ Checklist FINAL. doc Page 12 of22 (STAFF COMMENTS)_ (l) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how: No. (STAFF COMMENTS) _ C. Describe any structures on the site. .SYn�le farm , resident'al structures. (STAFF COMMENTS) __ d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Na. -- (STAFF COMMENTS) e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? RS 12 Single FamU1 . 12.000 sgft _ (STAFF COMMENTS) _ f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Sin -ale Fancily - Resource (STAFF COMMENTS) g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master plan designation of the site? Not applicable. _ Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPfi ChecklistFWAL.doc Page 13 of 22 (STAFF COMMGN h. Has any part of the site been classified critical area by the city? If so, specify. Frultdale Creel lows through the site. b:tt is contained in a culvert under the roadway. (STAFF COM W NTS)_ E11 t__o&en a,,c( Ecpc— i. Approximately how many people would reside or woriz in the completed project? None. (STAFF COMMENTS)_ j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? None. (STAFF COMMENTS) _ k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: .Not aR& lcable. (STAFF COMMENTS). 1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: LYE-- --- -- (STAFF COMMENTS) . In. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: Not applicable. Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA _Checklist FJIV L. doc Page 14 of 22 (STAFF COMMENTS)! 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. Not applicable. _ (STAFF COMMENTS) _ b. Approximately how many units, if any would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. None. (STAFF COMMENTS)- C . Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: Not =licable _ (STAFF COMMENTS) __._ 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principle exterior building material(s) proposed? The entire project will be underQrourrd. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? None — he project is a buried utility. Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA CheeklistFIN.4L.doe Page 15 of22 (STAFF COMMENTS) C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: Mot anplica6le_ (STA Fle COMM11ATS) 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? Norse. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No. (STAFF COMMENTS)--- C. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None. -- — — --- (STAFF COMMENTS) d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: Nat applicable. _ (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 9119116 PSE SEP.4_ChecklistFINAL.doc Page 16 of22 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? None. (STAFF COMMENTS)- b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreation uses? If so, describe. Me - (STAFF COMMENTS) ________ C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: Not applicable. (STAFF COMMENTS) 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in, or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers? If so, specifically describe. None known. Some homes ma, be more than 45 years old. _ (STAFF COMMENTS) +r no, ate- b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. None known. (STAFF COMMENTS) Revised on 91191)6 PSE SEPA_ChecklistFINAL.doc Page 17 of22 C. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS date, etc. .Nnn�. (STAFF COMMENTS) W 1SAAR.c--�t . d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. None. (STAFF COMMENTS)_ 14. Transportation a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area, and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. The project starts at the intersection of U1YInpic Avenue and Forest Dell Drive. (STAFF COM M EN b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? No. (STAFF COMMENTS). C. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or nonproject proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? None. (STAFF COMM lWI'5)_ Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA_Cheeklist FINAL. doe Page 18 of 22 d. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). (STAFF COMMENTS) %s _ e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. No. -- -- - (STAFF COMMENTS) L How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and passenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? None. (STAFF COMMENTS) g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. No. h. (STAFF COMMENTS)`__ Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: None. _ (STAFF COMMENTS)_ Revised on 9119116 PSE SEPA ChecklistFLVAL.doc Page 19 of22 15. Public Services a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. No. (STAFF COMMENTS) b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: None. (STAFF COMMENTS) 16. Utilities a. ;..::��...,;currently available at the site: �elec� t, natu wa�te��efua� tele sanitary sewer eptic system, other: (STAFF COMMENTS)-- 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. The project consists ofthe replacement of an existing natural gas line with a new natural gas line by PrrgeJ Sound Energy. The line will be installed by a combination of open trenching and horizontal directional drilling Construction eQu4Dmer9 will include Qsma11 rill rigs backhoes. light trucks, and dump trucks. (STAFF COMMENTS) C. SIGNATURE i declare under penalty of perjury laws that the above answers are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. 1 understand that the lead agene is relying on the its dedision. Signature of Proponent Date Submitted Revised on 9119116 PS,E S.EPA Checklist FINAG.doc Page 20 of22 Re.li,ec,-)ed 6y S2.n � 1ZC�'1NgZ/ T't`�'1,U2Y� P11n�ltr