19970851 Ver 1_COMPLETE FILE_19971007

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, fflV9;VA
Health and Natural Resources ` 7 • a
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor ±Ldftl
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary C) F= H N F=1
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
November 19„ 1997
Mecklenburg County
DWQProject #970851
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and ADDITIONAL
CONDITIONS
Mr. John Fulbright
Pulte Homes Corp.
401 Harrison Oaks Blvd
Cary, NC 27513
Dear Mr. Fulbright:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to
place fill material in 0.966 acres of wetlands or waters for the purpose of developing a residential
subdivision at McKee and Weddington Roads, as you described in your application received
October 7, 1997. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by
General Water Quality Certification Number 3103 & 3108. These certifications allow you to use
Nationwide Permit Number 14 & 26 when they are issued by the Corps of Engineers. In addition,
you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project
including (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control, Coastal Stormwater, Non-Discharge
and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval will expire when the accompanying 404
or CAMA permit expires unless otherwise specified in the General Certification.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application
except as modified below. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be
required to send us a new application. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future)
exceed one acre, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506
(h) (6) and (7). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached
certification and any additional conditions listed below.
1. Deed notices, conservation easements or similar mechanisms shall be placed in all lots with
remaining jurisdictional wetlands and waters €u restrict future wetland and/or water impact. These
mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days of the date of this letter or the issuance of the 404
Permit (whichever is later).
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an
adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask
for a hearing, send a written petition which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina
General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 27611-
7447. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the
Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone John Dorney at 919-733-1786.
Sinc rel
es on Howard, r. P.E.
Attachment
cc: Wilmington District Corps of Engineers
Corps of Engineers Morresville Field Office
Mooresville DWQ Regional Office
Mr. John Dorney
Central Files
Len Rindner
970851.1tr
Division of Water Quality • Non-DischargeBranch
4401 Reedy Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607 Telephone 919-733=1786 FAX # [phone]
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John Dorney
From: John Dorney [[e-mail]
Sent: Tuesday, November 18, 1997 12:31 PM
To: '[e-mail]'
Cc: '[e-mail]'
Subject: 401 project - McKee-Weddington Road site (DWQ # 970851)
Just reviewed Len Rindner's writeup on this project. Looks okay with me especially the
commerical development is gone and they have therefore not impacted the large wetland near
the road intersection. Any thoughts on this project before I issue 401? Thankx
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145 Acre McKee Road
Weddington Road Site
Mecklenburg County, = T
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North Carolina
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WET UAL GROUP
WATER
Prepared For:
Mr. John Fulbright
Pulte Homes Corporation
7422 Carmel Executive Park, Suite 300
Charlotte, North Carolina 28226
Joint Application Form and Supporting Documentation for
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE NOTIFICATION
TO CORPS OF ENGINEERS
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE
SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION CONCURRENCE
Prepared By:
LandDesign, Inc.
1701 East Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28203
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Environmental Planning Consultant
7113 Hickory Nut Drive
Raleigh, NC 27613
[phone]
*Subject to verification by the USACE
9/97
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DEM ID: CORPS ACTION ID:'
NATIONWIDE PERMIT REQUESTED (PROVIDE NATIONWIDE PERMIT #):
PRE-CONSTRUCTION NOTIFICATION APPLICATION
FOR NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE:
1) NOTIFICATION TO THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
2) APPLICATION FOR SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION
3) COORDINATION WITH THE.NC DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGE2xfENT
SEND THE ORIGINAL AND (1) COPY OF THIS-COMPLETED FORM TO THE APPROPRIATE
FIELD OFFICE-OF THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS (SEE.AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). SEVEN
(7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N:C.. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). PLEASE PRINT.
OWNERS NAME : i ome-S (.-On200 -Tl orl
°. MAILING ADDRESS:
O? t'7CflI"ISD?'1 C?s TJ/)tJ?GI/G?CI
SUBDIVISION NAME:-
C: Y: STATE: ZIP CODE:
PROJECT LOCATION ADDRESS, INCLUDING SUBDIVISION NAME (IF DIFFERENT FROM
M.?'LING ADDRESS ABOVE): / L
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TELEPHONE NUMBER (HOME): (WORK):
. IF APPLICABLE: AGENT'S NAME OR RESPONSIBLE CORPORATE OFFICIAL, ADDRESS,
PaONE NUMBER:

?. LOCATION OF WORK (PROVIDE A MAP, PREFERABLY A COPY OF USGS TOPOGRAPHIC
MAP OR AERIAL P?H?O70G PHY WITH SCALE)
COUNTY: J?IPfJL-??n?(/?NEAREST TOWN OR CITY:
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SPECIFIC LOCATION /(INCLUDE ROAD
NUMBERS, LANDMARKS, ETC.)
655 coy,-4er-)
6. ZPACTE;LOR&?AREST TREAM/RIVER: ? eel l Tiv? ?-I'
RIVER BASIN:
7a. IS PROJECT LOCATED NEAR WATER CLASSIFIED AS TROUT, TIDAL SALTWATER
(SA), HIGH QUALITY WATERS (HQW), OUTSTANDING RESOURCE WATERS (ORW), WATER
SUPPLY (WS-I OR WS-II) ? YES [ ] NO,[-] IF YES, EXPLAIN:
7b. IS THE PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN A NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF COASTAL
MANAGEMENT AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN (AEC)? YES [ ] NO {-?--
7c. IF THE PROJECT IS LOCATED WITHIN A COASTAL COUNTY (SEE PAGE 7 FOR
-TST OF COASTAL COUNTIES), WHAT IS THE LAND USE PLAN (LUP) DESIGNATION?
8a. HAVE ANY SECTION 404 PERMITS BEEN PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED FOR USE ON
THIS PROPERTY? YES [ ] NO P-rIF YES, PROVIDE ACTION I.D. NUMBER OF
PREVIOUS PERMIT AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (INCLUDE PHOTOCOPY OF 401
CERTIFICATION):
8b. ARE ADDITAL PERMIT REQUESTS EXPECTED FOR THIS PROPERTY IN THE
FUTURE? YES [ION NO F-J IF YES, ?D?ESCRIBE ANTICIPATED WORK:
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9a. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES IN TRACT OF LAND: 9b. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS LOCATED ON PROJECT SITE:

611-1 4d/ C47
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10a NUMBER OF ACRES OF WETLANDS'IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT BY:
FILLING: -t(OI? aGI'?S EXCAVATION:
FLOODING: OTHER: QQ
DRAINAGE : TOTAL ACRES TO BE IMPACTED : o -1 IO ca Ct U'C.?
10b. (1) STREAM CHANNEL TO BE. IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT (IF
RELOCATED, PROVIDE DISTANCE BOTH BEFORE AND AFTER RELOCATION):
LENGTH 'BEFORE : '?J(?i'bO FT AFTER: 2) FT
WIDTH BEFORE (based on normal high water contours): FT
WIDTH AFTER: FT
AVERAGE DEPTH BEFORE: FT AFTER: FT
(2) STREAM CHANNEL IMPACTS WILL RESULT FROM: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
OPEN CHANNEL RELOCATION: PLACEMENT OF PIPE IN-CHANNEL:
CHANNEL EXCAVATION: CONSTRUCTION OF A DAM/FLOODING:
OTHER: Vvaff &U--KInevs 12,0 It J ( unee-a-f ?I
pf'?GrzG;-1 0n (ChG.?Tt?.CA S-i-e'eA y
1. F CONSTRUCTION OF A POND IS PROPCS
WATERSHED DRAINING TO THE POND?
WHAT IS THE EXPECTED POND SURFACE AREA?
-WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE
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12. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF TYPE OF
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT TO BE USED (ATTACH PLANS: 8 1/2" X 11" DRAWINGS
ONLY):
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14. STATE REASONS WHY IT IS BELIEVED THAT THIS ACTIVITY MUST BE CARRIED
OUT IN WETLANDS. (INCLUDE ANY MEASURES TAKEN TO MINIMIZE WETLAND
15. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
(USFWS) AND/OR NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE (NMFS) (SEE AGENCY
ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF ANY FEDERALLY LISTED OR
:PROPOSED FOR LISTING ENDANGERED OR THREATENED SPECIES OR CRITICAL HABITAT
IN THE PERMIT AREA THAT MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT. DATE
CONTACTED: (ATTACH RESPONSES
.FROM THESE AGENCIES.)
16. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER
(SHPO) (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF HISTORIC
PROPERTIES IN THE PERMIT AREA WHICH MAYBE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED
PROJECT. DATE CONTACTED:
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17. DOES THE PROJECT INVOLVE AN EXPENDITURE OF PUBLIC FUNDS OR THE USE OF
PUBLIC (STATE) LAND?
YES [J NO F NO, GO TO 18)
a. IF YES, DOES THE_PROJECT REQUIRE PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL
DOCUMENT PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT?
YES [ ) NO •[ ]
b. IF YES, HAS THE DOCUMENT BEEN REVIEWED THROUGH THE NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION STATE CLEARINGHOUSE?
YES [I NO [ ]
IF ANSWER TO 17b IS YES, THEN SUBMIT APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION FROM THE
STATE CLEARINGHOUSE TO DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REGARDING
COMPLIANCE WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THE STATE CLEARINGHOUSE REVIEW PROCESS SHOULD BE
DIRECTED TO MS. CHRYS BAGGETT, DIRECTOR STATE CLEARINGHOUSE, NORTH
CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION, 116 WEST JONES STREET, RALEIGH,
:NORTH CAROLINA 27603-8003, TELEPHONE [phone]_.
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18. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS SHOULD BE INCLUDED WITH THIS APPLICATION IF
PROPOSED ACTIVITY INVOLVES THE DISCHARGE OF EXCAVATED OR FILL MATERIAL
INTO WETLANDS:
a. WETLAND DELINEATION MAP SHOWING ALL WETLANDS, STREAMS, LAKES.
AND PONDS ON THE PROPERTY (FOR NATIONWIDE PERMIT NUMBERS 14, 18, 21, 26,
29, AND 38). ALL STREAMS (INTERMITTENT AND PERMANENT) ON THE PROPERTY
MUST BE SHOWN ON THE MAP. MAP SCALES SHOULD BE 1 INCH EQUALS 50 FEET OR 1
INCH EQUALS 100 FEET OR THEIR EQUIVALENT.
b. IF AVAILABLE, REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOGRAPH OF WETLANDS TO BE
IMPACTED BY PROJECT.
c. IF DELINEATION WAS PERFORMED BY A CONSULTANT, INCLUDE ALL DATA
SHEETS RELEVANT TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE DELINEATION. LINE.
d. ATTACH A COPY OF THE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN IF REQUIRED.
e. WHAT LAND USE OF SURROUNDING PROPERTY?
i. IF APPLICABLE, /WHAT IS PROPO/S'EtD1 METHOD OF SEWAGE DISPOSAL?
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g. SIGNED AND DATED AGENT AUTHORIZATION LETTER, IF APPLICABLE.
NOTE': WETLANDS OR WATERS OF THE U.S. MAY NOT BE IMPACTED PRIOR TO:
1) ISSUANCE OF A SECTION 404 CORPS OF ENGINEERS PERMIT,
2) EITHER THE ISSUANCE OR WAIVER OF A 401 DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (WATER QUALITY) CERTIFICATION, AND
3) (IN THE TWENTY COASTAL COUNTIES ONLY), A LETTER FROM THE
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT STATING THE PROPOSED
ACTIVITY IS CONSISTENT WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA COASTAL MANAGEMENT
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LEONARD S. RINDNER
Environmental Planning Consultant 7113 Hickory Nut Drive
Landscape Architecture Raleigh, NC 27613
Land Planning [phone]
September 27, 1997
Mr. Steve Lund
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Reg. Field Office
151 Patton Avenue - Room 143
Asheville, NC 28801 - 5006
Mr. John R. Dorney
Department of Water Quality - NCDENR
Environmental Science Laboratories
4401 Reedy Creek Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
Mr. Mike Parker
NCDENR - Division of Water Quality
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: 145 Acre McKee Road j_ edd' Sit% Chrlottc, Mecklenburg
CounlL North Carolina --Nationwide Permit # U"
Dear Sirs:
On behalf of my clients, Mr. John Fulbright of Pulte Corporation, I am providing you
with the following information concerning this proposed residential development for
your consideration under Nationwide Permits 926. The proposed project site is at the
intersection of Weddington and McKee Road in south Mecklenburg County, North
Carolina. This area of Mecklenburg County is experiencing rapid economic and
population growth especially in conjunction with the I485 Charlotte Outer Belt, which
passes less than 1l2 mile north of the site. Current land use in the vicinity consists of
undeveloped woodland and agricultural land, single family subdivisions, and a
neighborhood shopping center, however new residential and commercial areas are
expected to be developed in the vicinity as this area of Mecklenburg County grows. The
project concept has been locally approved through re-zoning procedures.
There are approximately 5.885 acres of jurisdictional surface waters and wetlands on the
project site. Approximately 84% of the jurisdictional waters and wetlands will not be
impacted by the proposed development. All fill material will be unpolluted and
appropriate measures to control sedimentation and erosion will be employed. Wetlands
which will not be disturbed will be protected during construction from damage due to
construction traffic, drainage and other forms of disturbance.
Mr. Steve Lund - USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker NCDWQ Request for
NWP #26,914
Page 2, September 27, 1997
The hydrology to the wetlands and stream will be maintained and enhanced by utilizing
the storm drainage system which will increase their -water storage, pollution removal,
bank stabilization, and aquatic life value. Wetlands areas and streams to remain will be
prvtezt tl during ettr?s?TUc iuti -by -bd1 s, 'tit -fe iuiug aid oihei -bust nmafiagement
practices. The following sections present the results of the environmental planning and
regulatory reviews of the project site and a description of the impacts and proposed
minimization and mitigation measures.
SUMALIRYOF WATERS OF THE U. S.
Preliminary identification and delineation of the Jurisdictional Waters on the site were
determined according to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual, Technical
Report Y-87-1, 1987, with Appendices. Preliminary data gathering included review and
interpretation of topographic maps; USDA Soil Conservation Survey; aerial photographs,
and preliminary site visits to selected areas. Then the Routine On-Site Determination
Method was utilized to determine the upper boundary of the wetlands. In order to make a
positive wetland determination indicators of hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil, and
wetland hydrology must be identified as described in the manual. Typical observation
plots were located along transects perpendicular to the drainage way direction to observe
and record potential indicators. This information was then recorded on Data Form - 1
which indicates specific information about the typical plot. The upper boundary was
assumed to occur between the non-wetland and wetland plots.
Due to the complexity of this site and very dry conditions, numerous additional test plots
and borings were conducted when necessary to increase the accuracy of the delineation.
Once the wetland / non-wetland determination was made, the characteristics at that point
were utilized to determine the wetland boundary between transects. Additional test plots
were conducted as necessary based on visual observation. The wetland boundary was
marked in the field by Leonard S. Rindner, Environmental Planning Consultant in May,
1997 and were verified by the USACE (Steve Lund) on July 2, 1997. The approved
wetland boundary is marked in the field with blue and yellow flagging and numbered
sequentially. This line was then surveyed by a Yarbrough -Williams & Associates, Inc. to
determine the wetland -extents and submitted to the USACE for confirmation.
Mr. Steve Lund - USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 3, September 27, 1997
SUMMARYOFJURISDffAL W4T R AND WETLAND FrrinrD°''ns
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Headwater Wetlands/Streams (PFOIA/PFO1C) 5.885 acres
Intermittent Streams (within or adjacent to wetlands) 3,100 if
Intermittent Streams (minimal/USACE - not subject to 500 linear foot
limitation under NWP #26) = ± 649 if
JURISDICTIONAL WATERS AND WETLAND DESCRIPTION
1) Wetland (PFO 1 A) = ± 0.930 acres
2) "B" - Wetland (PFOIA) = + 0.103 acres
3) "C" - Unnamed Tributary (minimal) = ± 0.015 acres
4) "D" - Creek/Ditch-Surface Waters ( + 820 LF) = ± 0.058 acres
5) "E" - Not used
6) "F" -Wetland (PFOIA) = ± 0.068 acres
7) "G", " H", "J" - Not used
8) "I" - Creek/Ditch-Surface Waters ( ± 270 LF) = ± 0.006 acres
9) "K" - Wetland (PF01A) = ± 2.182 acres
10) "L", "M", "N", "0" - not used
11) "P" - Wetland (PF01A) =± 0.183 acres
12) "Q" -Wetland (PFOIA) (± 600 LF) 0.875 acres
13) "R" - Wetland (PF01A) 0.01 acres
14) "S" -Wetland (PF01A) (± 980 LF) 0.853 acres
15) "T" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.04 acres
16) "U", " V", "W" - not used
17) "X" - Wetland (PF0IA) =± 0.154 acres
18) "Y", "Z" - not used
19) "AA" - Wetland (PFOIA) = + 0.178 acres
2) "BB" Wetlud =I A)(+ 330 LF) = + 0, 16 acres
Total Jurisdictional Waters = ± 5.885 acres
• The Jurisdictional Waters found are " headmWers" and could therefore qualify for
Nationwide (General) Permit #26.
General WAand Classification and Description
The wetlands on this site can be describe as Palustrine Forested Broad - Leaved
Temporarily Flooded (PFO 1 A) and Seasonally Flooded (PFO 1 C). They have formed in
perched water table conditions, in flat to nearly level areas and depressions, and in
conjunction with seeps and springs, over an extremely dense clay soil layer often found
in Helena sandy loam (HeB).
Mr. Steve Lund - USAGE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 4, September 27, 1997
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A. majority of the site is in a forested state and varies from areas of secondary succession
to areas of mature xeric and mesic hardpan forest. Vegetation in the clearings not
associated with active agricultural areas is maintained and prevents the establishment of-
large woody species, These are dominated by grains, pasture grasses and perennial herbs
including broomsedge, goldenrod, and bush clover. Other areas have been undisturbed
for longer and are in transition to more dominant species such as blackberry, greenbriar,
willow, and elderberry saplings.
Mixed Forest
The non-wetland woodland portions of the site are dominated by mixed forest. Portions
can be characterized as characterized xeric hardpan forester and includes a mixture of
Red oak, White oak, Post oak, Tulip poplar, Hickory, Black Jack oak and other common
species. The subcanopy contains saplings and seedlings of canopy species. Subcanopy
species include Black cherry, American holly, Flowering dogwood, American elm, and
saplings of the above.. Woody vines common in the understory include Poison ivy,
Muscadine grape, Geeenbriar, blueberry, and other herbaceous and woody species.
Bottomland HardwoodlHeadwater Forest
The forested headwater wetland areas are dominated by Facultative and Facultative Wet
species associated with -the seeps, springs, and surface runoff. Trees include red maple,
willow oak, sweetgum, green ash, ironwood, river birch. Understory includes tag alder,
-silky . dogwood, spicebush, smilax, and poison ivy. • The herbaceous layer consists of
primarily sedges, soft rush, jewelweed and microstegium. Where the forest is dense due
to removed, cut, or, fallen frees, the vegetation -has been replaced with scrub/shrub and
herbaceous vegetation and hardwoods which is now in early succession. These species
include willow, alder, green ash, .red maple., elderberry, soft rush, etc. These -species tend
to tolerate wetter conditions which is often the result of clearing due to the loss of
transpiration. Many of these species occur along with more upland species in portions of
the moist non-wetland woodlands adjacent to the creeks and wetlands. Most of the
vegetation in the wetland and moist areas of the site are apparently in secondary
succession.
The mature mesic hardpan forests on this site have developed in the flat to nearly level
drainageways and depressions. Species which occur in these areas include Willow Oak
(dominant), Green ash, Sweetgum, Red maple, Ironwood, and other typical species that
tolerate these wet. and shallow root conditions. Common ?-understory trees and shrubs
include silky dogwood, winterberry, and alder.
Mr. Steve Lund - USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 5, September 27, 1997
Woody vines include poison ivy, Greenbriar, and Trumpet-creeper. The herbaceous layer
is variable based on exposure to light. Species include sedge and rush species,
Jewelweed, Microstegium, and others.
Hydrophytic Vegetation has been identified according to the National List of Plant
Species 11W Qccur in Wgtlads- Southeast (Region 1 U.S. Department of the Interior,
Fish and Wildlife Service.
Soils and ydro_ 1Togy-
Mecklenburg County is entirely within the Southern Piedmont physiographic region. This
is characterized by broad, gently rolling interstream areas and by steeper slopes along
drainageways. The soils on this tract were identified utilizing the USDA Soils
Conservation Survey for Mecklenburg County.
The site is at the headwaters of Six Mile Creek, Four Mile Creek, and Twelve Mile Creek
in the Catawba Basin (Water Classification - Q. The wetland areas on this site
apparently are the result of natural springs and seeps over a dense clay soil layer near the
surface. The majority of the site is made up of gently to moderately sloping ridges and
flat to level drainageways. The primary soils according to Natural Resource Conservation
Service include Cecil sandy clay loam (CeB2), Helena sandy loam (HeB), and Appling
sandy loam (ApB). These are typically well drained soils. However, Helena soils (HeB)
may have hydric inclusions at the head of intermittent tributaries according to the Natural
Resource Conservation Service, Technical Guide-Section H-A-2, June 1991.
The hydrology is also enhanced by nearby surface runoff from agricultural fields.
Evidence of attempts to drain some of these areas in the past such as ditching were
present.
Hydric Soils
None of the soils are listed as Hydric according to the National List-of Hyde oil
JU9 however in_ u5im of hydric soils occur within HeB soils at the head of
intermittent tributaries.
Water Classification - C
The waters on this site are currently classified a Class C - aquatic life propagation and
survival, fishing, wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture.
Mr. Steve Lund - USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, 914
Page 6, September 27, 1997
PRELEWWARY DISCUSSIONS WITH USACE and NCDWQ
On July 22, 1997, a on-site meetin as conducted th Steve Lund of the USACE from
the Asheville Regional Office an Mike Parker fr the NCDENR - Division of Water
Quality - Mooresville Regional ffice. Al present at the meeting were Michael
Brunetti of LandDesign, Inc. and onard S. Rindner, Environmental Planning
Consultant. A plan indicating a commercial development at the corner of McKee and
Weddington Roads and multi-family and single family development areas was presented.
The majority of the proposed wetland impacts were in conjunction with the commercial
area due to site constraints and unavoidable impacts due to engineering and grading
requirements. Impacts to the remaining wetlands were minimized in the residential
portion of the project and were primarily the cumulative result of necessary road
crossings and other unavoidable impacts. Earlier schematics were presented indicating
much greater impacts. The USACE and NCDWQ indicated that these discussions were
preliminary and should not be considered as a final decision until a formal application
was presented.
1. The NCDWQ and USACE are apparently in general agreement that impacts to
the wetland area "A" at the intersection of McKee Road and Weddington Road is not
avoidable with a commercial development.
2. They were generally pleased with the direction minimization effort on the
remaining portion of the project. The most valuable wetland areas on the site utilizing
Guidance for Rating the Values of Wetlands in North Carolina - Fourth Version are those
associated with streams. The values are derived primarily from water storage, pollution
removal, and bank stabilization.
3. A stormwater quality-pond will be required for the commercial, business, office,
corl? a and itit[it'ional land uses.
4. The USACE and NCDWQ requested that proposed impacts caused by the road
alignment through the residential area be further minimized by avoiding the mature
forested wetland that is more subject to seasonal flooding. It was suggested that the road
be located in or closer to a large upland island within the wetland area.
5. The USACE and NCDWQ indicated that deed restrictions would be required on
the lots to prevent wetland impacts if wetlands were included within the individual lot
property lines. The USACE and NCDWQ prefer that the wetlands not be included within
the lots.
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Request for NWP #26, # 14, Page 7, September 27, 1997
6. Development buffers were recommended to avoid minimize unauthorized
impacts and potential restoration of wetlands impacted by construction and/or silt and
sediment.
7. Mitigation will be required by the state if impacts exceed 1 acre. Strong
minimization measures will be considered as mitigation by the USACE.
8. Both the USACE and the NCDWQ indicated that the pre-application discussions
were preliminary and subject to review and approval of an application.
Since this meeting, the commercial area was removed. The land use of the project as
currently planned residential community including neo-traditional cluster and single
family subdivisions and a multi-family apartment community. This change in land
use reduces the wetland area impact by approximately 50% from the previous plan
depicting a commercial area.
PROPOSED IMPACT'S
Impacts to Jurisdictional Waters on this site have.been avoided and/or minimized to the
extent feasible.
JURISDICTIONAL WATERS AND WETLAND DESCRLP77ON
1) "A" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.100 acres
2) "B" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.103 acres
3) "C" - Unnamed Tributary (minimal) 0.015 acres
4) "D" - Creek/Ditch-Surface Waters (road crossing) 0.004 acres
5) ' G" - Not used
6) "F" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.000 acres
7) "G", "H", "J" - Not used
8) "I" - Creek/Ditch-Surface Waters ( ± 150 LF) 0.010 acres
9) "K" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.210 acres
10) "L", "M", "N", "O" - not used
11) "P" - Wetland (PFOIA) = + 0.000 acres
12) "Q" - Wetland (PFOIA) = ± 0.050 acres
13) "R" -Wetland (PFOIA) = ± 0.010 acres
14) "S" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.110 acres
15) "T" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.040 acres
16) "U", WIT, "W" - not used
17) "X" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.154 acres
18) "Y", "Z" - not used
19) "AA" - Wetland (PFOlA) 0.160 acres
20) "BB" - Wetland aOI A) 0,Q00 acres
Total Jurisdictional Waters = ± 0.%6 acres
Less than.33 acres of wetlands are impacted within SO if of a stream surface flow, or
areas subject to ponding.
Mr. Steve Lund - USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, #14, Page 8, September 27, 1997
WETLANDS PERMITTING AND MITIGATION
Preliminary planning for the project involved site analysis and consideration of
environmental, economic and regulatory issues. Topography, natural features and
systems, circulation, site organization, open space, development requirements, and
environmental issues were considerations in designing the overall plan. Minimization
and mitigation measures were developed based on discussions with the USACE and the
NCDWQ. The plan and commitments made in this report reflect a positive response to
the preliminary discussions, determinations, and concerns of the regulatory agencies.
Except for temporary construction and development impacts, we believe that the
proposed project will not cause significant impacts to the ecological functions or values
of Jurisdictional Waters of the U. S.
The following avoidance and minimization efforts and measures have been taken:
Positive response to the recommendations / NCDWQ and USACE.
Over a 10% reduction in the scope of the project.
Avoid/Minimize impacts to Wetland Areas "A, K, P, Q, S, BB" - valuable
wetland areas on the site utilizing Guidance for Rating the Values of Wetlands in North
Carolina - Fourth Version including those associated with streams or ponded areas. The
values are derived primarily from water storage, pollution removal, and bank
stabilization.
- Outlet control structure to' create temporary detention of storm drainage to
enhance hydrology to existing "ditched" wetland in multi-family area.
Construction buffers to be established around existing jurisdictional waters to
remain utilizing a combination of undisturbed woodland and silt fencing where
necessary. Minimum depth will be approximately twenty feet (20').
Typical Best Management Practices will also be employed to minimize impacts to
Jurisdictional Waters. These will include;
a) Siltation Barriers; Sediment Traps and Diversion Ditches
b) Barricades to define construction limits
c) Preconstruction meetings
d) Vehicular access will be restricted to specific areas to avoid disturbance to
adjacent wetlands and natural areas to be preserved.
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Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 9, September 27, 1997
e) Methods to prevent short term impacts will be inspected regularly and maintained
during construction of the project.
f) Wetlands to be preserved will be clearly marked prior, to construction to prevent
accidental damage to wetlands. The contractors will be held responsible for unauthorized
wetland damage not permitted according to plans and specifications. Preconstruction
meetings shall be held if necessary with representatives of the USACE and the NCDWQ.
g) Short term construction impacts, primarily stream sedimentation will affect
aquatic habitat, however this will be minimized to the extent practicable to promote rapid
recovery.
h) Project construction will strictly adhere to an approved Sedimentation and
Erosion Control Plan. Best Management Practices will include utilizing siltation trapping
ponds and other erosion control structures where appropriate. Impacts from hazardous
materials and other toxins to fish and aquatic life such as fuels will be avoided by not
permitting staging areas to be located near surface waters.
i) As required by the 401 Water Quality Certification conditions, measures will be
taken to prevent "live" or fresh concrete from coming into contact with waters until the
concrete has hardened.
PROTECTION FROM FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
The preserved wetlands and streams will be protected from future impacts by the
applicant or by a group designated by the applicant for this purpose. Development of
these areas will be deed restricted in accordance with restrictive covenants which will be
developed for approval by the USACE and/or NCDWQ.
THREATENED AN ENDANGERED SPECIES
Federally listed plant and animal species with endangered or threatened status are
protected under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The US Fish and Wildlife Service
has identified two endangered species - Schweinitz's sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii),
and the Carolina heelsplitter (Lasmigona decorata). Schweinitz's sunflower thrives in full
sun characteristic of successional fields, margins, and forested openings. A review of
USGS (Weddington Quad) Maps at the Natural Heritage Program at NCDEHNR in
Raleigh did not indicate any endangered species previously identified on the site.
Mr. Steve Lund • USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 10, September 27, 1997
Since Schweinitis sunflower is known to occur in this area, a survey was conducted Dr.
James F. Matthews, Ph.D. (UNCC) of Habitat Assessment and Restoration Program
during the site evaluation process. According to his survey, Schweinitz's sunflower was
not identified. No federal or state candidate or species of concern were identified in the
survey.
The Carolina heelsplitter is a freshwater mussel which prefers shaded areas either in a
ponded portion of a small stream or in runs along steep banks with moderate current.
Primary habitat are waters less than three feet deep with a soft mud, muddy sand, or
shady gravelly substrate. It is normally restricted to protected silted areas or under banks
especially associated with obstructions such as stumps or fallen trees. Its current
distribution according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is limited to portions of two
streams -- Goose Creek and Waxhaw Creek - and a small river originating from rural
areas in Union County. Therefore it is not expected to occur on this site.
State Protected necies
The Carolina Darter (Etheostoma collis) is a fish that inhabits small streams such as
those found in the project area. This species has a federal status of Proposed Special
Concern and a state status of Special Concern. The species prefers small clear streams of
less than 15' width with moderate to swift current and a sand/gravel benthic composition.
It apparently tolerates a wide range of water quality conditions and vegetation types
adjacent to the streams and appears resistant to pollution. (E. Menhinick). There are no
perennial streams on this site and therefore this species is not expected to occur on this
site. Drainage from this site eventually will eventually flow to Four Mile Creek and Six
Mile Creek where this species may occur. Therefore, strict adherence to an approved
erosion and sedimentation control plan should be maintained during the construction
period in order to control degradation of water quality.
AQUATIC HABITAT
The aquatic systems in the project area consist of headwater wetlands and intermittent
tributaries of Six Mile Creek. A variety of wildlife is supported by these systems
including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, mollusks, and crustaceans.
Therefore strict adherence to an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan should
be maintained during the construction period in order to control degradation of water
quality downstream and protect the areas to be preserved.
7.
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Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 11, September 27, 1997
Amphibians and reptiles that are likely (but not limited to) to occur near streams include
dusky and two-lined salamanders, spring peepers, bullfrog, mud turtle, skink, black
snake, and copperhead. Existing habitat is expected to remain in natural areas close to
the banks and in undisturbed wetland areas.
Short term construction impacts, primarily stream sedimentation will affect aquatic
habitat, however this should be minimized to the extent practicable to promote rapid
recovery. Project construction should strictly adhere to an approved sedimentation and
erosion control plan. Best Management Practices should include utilizing siltation
trapping ponds and other erosion control structures where appropriate. Impacts from
hazardous materials and other toxins to fish and aquatic life such as fuels should be
avoided. by not permitting staging areas to be located. near surface waters. Also, as
required by the 441 Water Quality Certification conditions, measures should be taken to
prevent "live" or fresh concrete from coming into contact with waters until the concrete
has hardened.
CULTURAL RESOURCES
Approximately 1/3 of the site is active agricultural land. The remaining area is forested.
The Office of State Archaeology (OSA) and the Survey and Planning Branch (SPB) of
the NC Department of Cultural Resources - State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
was visited to review existing mapping on the USGS Quad maps, if any. The purpose of
this review was to determine if there was previously identified sites within the proposed
project area. Based on the review of the maps at the OSA and at the SPB, no previously
identified or surveyed sites were currently indicated on the maps within the project area.
A comprehensive survey to identify the presence and significance of archaeological
remains that may be damaged or destroyed by the proposed project is in progress.
Based on the value of the jurisdictional waters and wetlands on this site, the developer
through sensitive site planning has chosen to balance the site's economic viability with its
environmental value and permitability. The goal of the site plan is to help balance the
environmental consequences by incorporating and preserving the Jurisdictional Waters
of the U.S. on the site to the extent feasible. The undisturbed wetland areas will be
preserved by the applicant or by a group designated by the owner for this purpose.
Mr. Steve Lund - USACE, Mr. John R. Dorney, Mr. Mike Parker - NCDWQ
Request for NWP #26, # 14
Page 12, September 27, 1997
Please contact me if you have any questions or require additional explanation. Thank you
for your consideration.
reonard S. Rindner, PWS
Environmental Planning Consultant
NC Landscape Architect #578
cc: Mr. John Fulbright
Pulte Homes Corporation
7422 Carmel Executive Park, Suite 300
Charlotte, North Carolina 28226
Mr. Michael Brunetti
Mr. Brad Davis
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12) Q. - Wetland (PFOI A) (± 600 LF) 0.875 acres
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14) S. - Wetland (PFOIA) (± 980 LF) 0.853 acres
15) - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.04 acres
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Mr. Len Rindner
Land Design Inc.
P. O. Box 11938
Charlotte, NC 28220-1938
FAX [phone]
Dear Mr. Rindner,
On July 21, 1997, I examined the creek in the area proposed for development which is located
south of McKee Road and west of Wedding Road.
The creek that drains the area lies in a scrub lowland area east of the road to the small house; it
occupies a moist bottomland area dominated by sweet gum, black willow. red maple,
ash,willow oak, sumac, and alder with a ground cover of saplings. Cherry, blackberry, saw
brier and cinnamon vine were common in more sunny areas. There was a moderate-sized patch
of ground cedar on the western slope near a power line.
In more downstream sections of the creek, there was a semi-distinct channel about 1 meter wide
and 10 cm deep. Substrate consisted of moist clay and tree roots; there was no water. Deer
tracks and dog tracks were common and one crayfish hole was seen. A survey marker labeled
"A-9 locate pond" was nearby. Farther upstream, there was no channel, and drainage was in
the form of sheet flow over an area of 20-30 feet. Substrate there consisted of an organic silty
clay. Deer tracks were common. Birds seen or heard included towhees, brown thrashers and
meadow larks. There were signs of extensive flooding about one foot deep during heavy rains.
Very few leaves were present on the ground in occasional wide flat clearings which received up
to 20 % sunlight. These leaves may have been washed away, or may have decomposed faster
than in surrounding areas because of the moister conditions.
In summary, although this is an unusual lowland area because of the paucity of leaves, the creek
was completely dry, and water was absent even in low depressions. There were no aquatic
organisms except for a few burrowing crayfishes.
Please contact me if I can supply additional information for this study.
Sincerely,
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8) "I" - Creek/Ditch-Surface Waters (± 270 LF) 0.006 acres
9) "K" -Wetland (PFOIA) 2.182 acres
10) "L", "M", "N", "O" -riot used
11) "P" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.183 acres
12) "Q" - Wetland (PFO 1 A) (± 600 LF) 0.875 acres
13) "R" -Wetland (PFOIA) 0.01 acres
14) "S" - Wetland (PFO 1 A) (± 980 LF) 0.853 acres
15) "T" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.04 acres
16) "U", "V", "W" - not used
17) "X" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.154 acres
18) "Y", "Z" - not used
19) "AA" -Wetland (PFO i A) 0.178 acres
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1) "A" - Wetland (PFO i A) 0.100 acres
2) "B" - Wetland (PFO I A) 0.103 acres
3) "C" - Unnamed Tributary (minimal) 0.015 acres
4) "D" - Creek/Ditch-Surface waters (road crossing) 0.004 acres
5) "E" - Not used
6) "F" - Wetland (PFO I A) 0.000 acres
7) "G", "H", "J" - Not used
8) "I" - Creek/Ditch-Surface Waters ( + 150 LF) 0.010 acres
9) "K" - Wetland (PFOIA) 0.210 acres
10) "L", "M", "N", "O" - not used
11) "P" - Wetland (PFO 1 A) 0.000 acres
12) "Q" - Wetland (PFOIA) =± 0.050 acres
13) "R" -Wetland (PFOIA) =± 0.010 acres
14) "S" - Wetland (PFO 1 A) 0.110 acres
15) "T" - Wetland (101701 A) 0.040 acres
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17) "X" - Wetland (PFOI A) 0.154 acres
18) "Y", 7" - not used
19) "AA" - Wetland (PFOlA) 0.160 acres
20) "BB" - Wetianri =IA) -+ 0-000 acre
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DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum - Indicator
1.?==r?x I?.? ?nnSy?v. T ? ?
n ?gra.. 't'
s: ? ?.?`

2./c? Irc !?XV nn fi .?,
? ???
r?
1 o.ISC'
?4
1
3C
4 LUefiC-66S 14 1:7 12.
5 CA (-t; a 4 4Z&C? 13.
1-? 14.
f_/
7. V i (dY1 JfanTGzL K- 15.
1 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL. FACW or FAC
(excluding FAC-).
Remarks:
I_, file, or rw rour41 C0' e? I V-\ ctve- 4o
V irg I 06 W e,+ ? ?.? l411 h Tar/ ?! Dd
rn
1-4vR-rciht....- PPtr-l P (T-n'no•4
VEGETATION
Project/Site: (`'[ ke girl n ?r Date: 5 Cf?
Applicant/Owner. County: EZ.9-
Investigator: (,-e- State: NL
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? No Community ID:
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes <0 Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes (!fg Plot ID:?
(If needed, explain on reverse.) L4P45A "'A"
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe In Remarks): Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
_ Stream, Lake. or ride Gauge
Aerial Photographs Primary Indicators: 1
Z nundated C-W^+-t4- VOYNO--k
_ Other
_ No Recorded Data Available 4 turated in Upper 12 Inches
Water Marks
i Drift Lines
ediment Deposits
Field Observations: ZDrainage Patterns in Wetlands
tl
Depth of Surface Water: t
Cn.) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
?6xidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
_ _?VMater-Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit: qn.) _ Local Soil Survey Data

I _ FAC-Neutral Test
Depth to Saturated Soil: 1
pn.) _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
(Remarks: y?
Y _ •V ?(? (I \ V ?O • W [ V l t./?/?V . \VI ?G L./ o(? , IA e-
?-
1
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4
• -12
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of
SOILS
Map Unit Name
(S
i
d Ph
)
{
TG
/ D pr- ( unreel I??f JS'
er
es an
ase
: 2,( Drainage C ass:

Taxonomy (Subgroup):
GF V (Ci Feld Observations
I'?GI (JS (D Confirm Mapped Type? Yes o
Profile Description:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abu
nce/Contrast Structure, etc.
,?_ ? ? ? Z nda
IJ ???'?? =emu r?`1 (dQ/YY'?
122 -10 \Pz- 45 I-Oz- 060' r"4,4

Hydric Soil Indicators:

_ Histosol / Concretions
_ Histic Epip edon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
_ Sulfidic Odor Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
_ Aquic Moisture Regime e?ted on Local Hydric Soils List I v.c.?u51or`S
SO cing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
_ Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? as o (Circle) (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? as o
Hydric Soils Present? o Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? Yes No
Remarks: 11 / l - p
(?jY?')YOt I f or+or, v? rC?t ?( GC?eC? - h a?G(?t ?tS ,
p
?io?P-Cr p?r`?1 ??-??rfi? ??? (?'?1?G? ??C? la-1
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4
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: e-dd I r G?1 I Date:
Applicant/( wner: County:
Investigator: L.CM ?,- y??,/ State: 1.44__
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? No Community ID:
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes o Plot ID:
(if needed, explain on reverse.) lw_ew // (,C ? ?
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator -Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
t . J ?%Ir-v? TAL s. `lJnu/5 sJ S H'
2. I h vt -Z / 10. N{ I OS + , v AII VI vh , _ -?
3.L
-IG :<'4-4 rC, c4 ?4yC,_ ? 11. Irlo
&4 2 ?V_ i .
?
/
4. ?..? nc? el ? yb? n ?? _
12. ' ? ` o
?
?1?
?
5. I r? rte- I-?- _3 °?'-' 13. TUG f
f
A tT
6 Gt/G? gyp. ?!ALl/?/ 14. _
7 /A71r? lV?(Y?IR,?Dt_ T 15. t `. '
8._ t1?S Gl rY1r?'t UrYI ?JI'?(1 _?- 16.

Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL. FACW or FAC
(excluding FAC•).
Rem rks:

?
T l l p POP ("v`) 1.n* k i f -ems 0,a_ L_j -PI ^_e, ke-(p r- - bo?rote-4y
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks): Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
_ Stream, Lake, or ride Gauge Primary Indicators:
_ Aerial Photographs ated
_ Other Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
No Recorded Data Available _ Water Marks
-Drift Lines

Field Observations: Sediment Deposits
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Secondary icators (2 or more required):
Depth of Surface Water: "- (in.) Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
C WWater-Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit: pn.) _/Local Soil Survey Data
I

Depth to Saturated Soil: in.)
_ FAC-Neutral Test
_ Other (Explain in Remarks)
T arks:
e-
\1
?hl
c
.
-l
_' o

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SOILS
Map Unit Name T??
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7

(Series and Phase): a
Drainag
d
Class:

Taxonomy (Subgroup):
)Gd Feld Observations
' ( U 5 Confirm Mapped Type? No
Profile Descriotion:
Depth
(inches) Horizon Matrix Color
(Munseil Moist) Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
J

I Mgl?
!iIU -

Hydric Soil Indicators:
_ Histosol
_ Histic Epipedon _ Concretions
_ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
_ Sulfidic Odor _ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime
_ Reducing Conditions _ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List
_ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
Gleyed or low-Chroma Colors
L _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
-Remarks
f14
v
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? a No (Circle) (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? a No
Hydric Soils Presentl a No Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? es No
Remarks:
b I+c-k -AV 40
G? rG I n alb , ??f er? Ct/P S dc?n^ I ? L)-( W i lw.'-/
??`Gq-?-?- -art I ?'???' ??o,?G,ry ? CAS! o?'? ,
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4
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: It 4eW1A -qAA Date:
Applicant/Owner: m es County:
Investigator: Ld-_n' vier' State: titter
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? No Community ID:
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes No Plot ID:
(If needed, explain on reverse.) Ye ( 5
A04 J '? ) 1?> '51'e"' I al'-.
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1. lnus 5r'rrL44CfZ%- 2'/6 -t--A(,Vl Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
9. TOP-4. r7-,,A I A
2.?' ?h Ik. G ?N? t? m U +?1 ?_
V
-
A 10. hr? I t ??
3.
t-Jar V
'ruyv-
N CaA
4. LYYIG?G? rN-z I 12. / I rA,
?
rll
5. Q 1 1 O -
.
131
6.12 ? CA ?/A tnl(1? 'f?
14.
,
'k?
7 2? An. • -f
?
15.
_
a vnc) c? C 42? 16.
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL. FACW or FAC
(excluding FAC-).
Remarks:
ar1,ol..5
W I ?'1?G r LNY?5 aY ?-- i i,. U2 -e- ?n I vet l
A/Grrll !? GC J '1(/ E 1'? P p {alb Y
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks): Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
-Stream, Lake. or Tide Gauge Primary Indicators:
_ Aerial Photographs Ian ndated
=
_ Other s!
Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_ No Recorded Data Available ?ater Marks
/D? Lines
%Sediment Deposits
Field Observations: _
rainage Patterns in Wetlands
Secondary In icators (2 or more required):
Depth of Surface Water: Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
Water-Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit: Local Soil Survey Data

)
Z _ FAC-Neutral Test
- ( 2
Depth to Saturated Soil:
(in.) _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
amore Ccrza-S.

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SOILS
Map Unit Name
(Series and Ph rdj
ase): Drainage Cttass:

Taxonomy (Subgroup): Feld Observations
Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No
Profile Descriotion:
Depth
(inches) Horizon Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(Munsell Moist) (Munseil Moist) Abundance/Contrzst Structure, etc.
If -5

z `t tl 11 i r
L7J'- J5" (Q `rli?fv
Hydric Soil Indicators:
_ Histosol Concretions
_ Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
_ Sulfidic Od or Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
_ Aquic Moisture Regime _
a on Local Hydric Soils List
Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
_tfl leyed or Low-Chroma Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarkks:
C-?-r ? ?r l
<V 1 J d ?'
Lj }?} C? h ?0vy---s+ 5

WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytie Vegetation Present?
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Hydric Soils Present?
Remarks:
flea No (Circle)
e No
s No
(Circle)
Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? -e No
/ D,i1
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DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site: (?t4? ? _ I 'S I Date:
Applicant/Owner: I r-f ES County: M cc+
Investigator: L^ State:
1?1L
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site? es No Community ID:
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)? Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential Problem Area? Yes Plot ID:
(If needed, explain on reverse.)
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Soecies
'er S G t t
1 Stratum Indicator
? Dominant Plant Seecies Stratum Indicator
?
9.? <t7 .
.
2. O I C.? _
10. _
3.? rJ (N?? _ ?.?f
_ 11. o i.

`YY
4. W AWM

'e^SIS ?,-

12.L?l 4+4 0 r.1 Gr
PAy J'tQ
5. 5dL QAS , 13.
6. -?/ ?LP.rIA-; i Ll a gn o e.A-- 14.
7.1- l [
AI'J
11A IYV G'1'
15.

Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL. FACW or FAC 6
(excluding FAC-). W ly
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
_ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks): Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
_ Stream. Lake, or Tide Gauge Primary Indicators:
_ Aerial Photographs _ Inundated
Other -Saturated in Upper 12 Inches
_
_ No Recorded Data Available _ Water Marks
Drift Lines
_
Sediment Deposits
Field Observations: _rainage Patterns in Wetlands
Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
Depth of Surface Water- • Gn.) _ Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
_ Water-Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit: Gn.) _ Local Soil Survey Data
_ FAC-Neutral Test
Depth to Saturated Soil: on.) _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:

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Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase) : 41 (A12 ` , '
Drainage Class-V?I.Gf ! Diu (rl?

Taxonomy (Subgroup): / Feld Observations
Confirm Mapped Type? es )No
Profile Description:
Depth Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist) (Munsell Moist) Abundance/Contrast Structure, etc.
?D tz-
g ZA+
????_ to `f

Hydric Soil Indicators:
_ Histosol Concretions
_
_. Histic Epipedon _ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
-- Sulfidic Odor _ Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
_ Aquic Moisture Regime _ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List
_ Reducing Conditions _ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
_ Gieyed or Low-Chroms Colors _ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
SOILS
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? as No (Circle) (Circle)
Wetland Hydrology Present? es o
Hydric Soils Present? Yes Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? Yes
Remarks:
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S?
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HABITAT
ASSESSMENT AND
RESTORATION
PROGRAM INC.--- -1 wit
-
June 23, 1997
Mr. Leonard S. Rindner
Landscape Architect and Environmental Planner
7113 Hickory Nut Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27613
Dear Len:
JAMES F. MATTHEWS, Ph.D.
T. LAWRENCE MELLICHAMP, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 655
Newell, NC 28126
[phone]
[phone]
fax: [phone]
We examined, today, the site southwest of the intersection of McKee and
Weddington Rds. for the potential presence of endangered or threatened plant species.
The open areas on the site are cultivated, a wheat field having just been harvested. Dense,
but disturbed woodlands cover the remainder of the site, except for some power line rights
of way through some of the woods and around the perimeter of the site along both roads.
We examined all ecotones between the field and the woods, the areas along the
roads and the vegetation under the power lines for species of concern. We saw no
evidence of Schweinitz's sunflower, Helianthus schweinitzii In addition, we were
sensitive for the presence of the Georgia Aster, Aster georgianus, Carolina thistle,
Cirsium carolinianum, Sessile tick-trefoil, Desmodium sessilifolium, Heller's rabbit
tobacco, Gnaphalium helleri var. helleri and Carolina birdfoot-trefoil, Lotus helleri.
These are the most likely species of concern from Mecklenburg Co. that can be detected
at this time of the year. None of these species were found during the survey.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
es F. M tthews
Habitat Analysis, Endangered Plant Studies, Restoration of Habitats, Wetland Mitigation, Monitoring