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• Site plans for future developments should include measures such as appropriate setback distances, earthen berms, noise walls, and appropriate site design (such as outdoor activity areas being developed away from major noise sources). Each of these items should be considered on a case-by-case basis. The site plans developed for specific projects should show the proposed locations and types of ' mitigation, with the estimated noise reductions for all areas projected to exceed noise standards. 25. Nearby resources. Are any of the following resources on or in proximity to the site? a. Archaeological, historical, or architectural resources? ^Yes ®No b. Prime or unique farmlands or land within an agricultural preserve? ®Yes ^No c. Designated parks, recreation areas, or trails? ®Yes ^ No d. Scenic views and vistas? ®Yes ^ No e. Other unique resources? ^Yes ®No ' If yes, describe the resource and identify any project-related impacts on the resource. Describe any measures to minimize or avoid adverse impacts. Archaeological, historical. or architectural resources Information from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) has been obtained and is contained in Appendix B. Based on the SHPO database review, there are no archaeological sites or historic structures identified in the search area. The report, Prehistoric and Euroamerican Archaeology of Elk River Township, Minnesota: ' Probability Modeling and Reconnaissance Survey (Rothaus et al. 2005), was also reviewed and did not identify any archeological or historic resources within the study area. Nearly 222 acres, or 88% of the study area, is in agricultural land use. ' The western portion of the site does contain more woodland as the site begins to descend toward the Mississippi River, although this only accounts for 6% of the total land cover. Although the Mississippi River is located west of the study area, given ' the intense agricultural use it is unlikely that this area would contain any intact archaeological resources. ' Prime or unique farmlands Based on the information from the Sherburne County Soil Survey less than 1% of the soils within the study area are considered prime farmland. The soil unit "Elk river " ' (map symbol 771 on Figure 16-1) is the only designated prime farmland soil in the study area. These soils are located along the western boundary of the study area along the Mississippi River. Most of the land within the study area is currently in agricultural production. If redeveloped under Scenario 1, an eastern portion of the study area would be designated under agricultural research and portions of the prime farmland soils along the western boundary of the study area would remain as open space. No ' farming practices will occur on the prime farmland soils in any development scenario. ' Designated parks. recreation areas. or trails Ciry of Elk River Draft Alternative Drban Areawide Review July 2011 Page 79 of 84