Endangered species. A study of the effect of the proposed transportation improvement
on rare or endangered plants or animals having national or state recognition
Natural areas. A study of the effect of the proposed transportation improvement
on natural areas designated as having regional, state, or national significance
Parks and recreation. A study of the effect of the proposed transportation
improvement on publicly owned parks, recreation areas, or wildlife and waterfowl
refuges designated as having national, state, or local significance
Prime farmlands. A study of the effect of the proposed transportation improvement
on farmlands with high productivity due to soil and water conditions or having other
unique advantages for growing specialty crops