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Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
October 26, 2020 Ver 3.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
0 Yes
0 No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
0Yes 4No
Change «,y if needed.
BIM # Assigned *
Version#*
20181031
1
Is a payment required for this project?*
d No payment required
O Fee received
Reviewing Office*
0 Fee needed - send electronic notification
Central Office - [phone]
Select Project Reviewer*
Erin Davis:eads\ebdavis
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Round Hill Branch Restoration Site
la. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Lin Xu
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
11 /30/2020
Nearest Body of Water
Round Hill Branch
Basin
French Broad
Water Classification
C
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.6298
Pre -Filing Meeting Information
ID#
20181031
Pre -fling Meeting or Request Date
10/6/2020
Longitude:
-82.7376
Attach documentation of Pre -Filing Meeting Request here:*
Pre -Filing Meeting - Round Hill.JPG
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
Version
1
73.38KB
A. Processing Information U
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Buncombe

Is this a NCDMS Project
GYes CNo
Is this project a public transportation project?"
C Yes G No
la. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
(7 Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable voters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
r Yes
G No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
® Nationwide Permit (NWP)
❑ Regional General Permit (RGP)
❑ Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified bythe Corps?
C Yes G No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 27 - Restoration
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
FI 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
r Individual Permit
1e. Is this notification solelyfor the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
401 Water Quality Certification - Fpress
❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r Yes M No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
C Yes G No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes C No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
1 h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
C Yes G No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
C Yes G No
C Yes G No
C Yes G No
B. Applicant Information C")
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
❑ Owner CJ Applicant (other than owner)
1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
G Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Robert D Russell Jr. and Kathleen C. Russell
2b. Deed book and page no.:
DB 5470 PG 1532
2c. Responsible party:
2d. Address

Street Address
588 Green Valley Road
Address Line 2
aty
Leicester
Postal / Zip Cude
28748-9487
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
bo)[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Lin Yu
3b. Business Name:
NCDEQ Division of Mitigation Services
3c.Address
Street Address
1652 Mail Service Center
Address Line 2
City
Raleigh
Rstal / Zip Code
27699-1652
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Timothy J. Morris
4b. Business Name:
KCI Technologies, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
4505 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 400
Address Line 2
aty
Raleigh
Postal / Zip Code
27609
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
Round Hill - Landowner Authorization Form.pdf
Sate / Province / Region
NC
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us
2f. Fax Number:
Sate / Province / Iagion
NC
C—Y
us
3e. Fax Number:
Sate / Province / legion
NC
0—y
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4e. Fax Number:
[phone]
35.77KB
C. Project Information and Prior Project History 40
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appoprbte)
WA
1c. Nearest municipality/town:
Leicester
2. Project Identification

2a. Property Identification Number:
879004049600000
2c. Project Address
Street Address
588 Green Valley Road
Address Line 2
aty
Leicester
Postal / Zip Code
28748
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Round Hill Branch
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
C
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
French Broad
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
060101050900
4. Project Description and History
2b. Property size:
46.759
State / Rovince / Fbgion
NC
O+fy
US
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
The project watershed for the RHBRS is comprised of 0.74 square mile. Current land use in the project watershed is largely rural, consisting of 42 % agriculture and 47 % forest. The
current adjacent land use is predominantly agriculture and livestock grazing and has a negative impact on water quality of the project stream. Detailed descriptions of land use can be
found in the attached mitigation plan.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
O Yes 0 No O Unknown
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
RoundHillBranch_Fig02_USGS_Topo.pdf 863.2KB
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
RoundHillBranch_Fig04_NRCS_Soil.pdf 718.29KB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.24
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
2195
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The project will restore and protect a vital headwater watershed in the French Broad Basin. This project is being completed to mitigation for various existing and future projects that
impact streams in the French Broad 05 river basin.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
A detailed Mitigation Plan has been included in this submittal. It includes the details of the project and proposed restoration activities.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
RHB - construction plans (2020-11-09).pdf
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
d Yes O No
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
O Preliminary O Approved O Not Verified O Unknown O WA
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2018-01168
5c. If 5a is ves. who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
6.86MB
O Unknown
Name (if known): Joe Sullivan

Agency/Consultant Company: KCI Associates of NC
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
4/25/2019 The JD is also included in Appendix 12.8 of the attached Mitigation Plan
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
PJD_ROundHillBranch_2018-01168.pdf 1.51 MB
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
0 Yes 0 No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed projector related activity?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
® Wetlands ® Streams -tributaries ❑ Buffers
❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type * (?)
2c. Type of W.
2d. W. name *
2e. Forested*
2f. Type of
Jurisdicition*(?) Jarea*
2g. Impact
W1
Fill
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W1
�No
Corps ]0.052
(acres)
W2
Fill
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
�W2
Corps
0.036
(acres)
W3
ExcavationT
Frniand Hardwood Forest
W3
No
Corps
0.005
(acres)
W4
Excavation
T
Headwater Forest
W4
�Corps
0.001
(acres)
W5
Excavation
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W1
No
Corps
0.069
(acres)
W6
Excavation
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W2
�Corps
0.029
(acres)
W7
Fill /Culvert
P
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]=Frp.
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2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.192
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.203
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.011
2h. Comments:
All wetland impacts with the exception of the culvert installation (W7 - 0.011 ac) are temporary for the purpose of restoration. An Impact Map is
included as well in the Attachment Section.
3. Stream Impacts
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type *
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type *
3f. Type of
3g. S. width *
3h. Impact
❑
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S1
Stream Restoration
Tem orar
P Y
Fill
T1
Intermittent
Corps
P
3
385
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S2
Stream Restoration
Tem orar
P Y
Fill
T2
Intermittent
Corps
P
3
292
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S3
Stream Restoration
Tem ora
P rY
Fill
Round Hill Branch
Perennial
Corps
P
4
709
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S4
Stream Restoration
Tem orar
P Y
Fill
Round Hill Branch
Perennial
Corps
P
6
874
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)

Crossing Permanent Culvert Round Hill Branch Perennial Corps 3 10
Average (feet) (linearfeet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
10
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
2270
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
2,260
3j. Comments:
All stream impacts with the exception of one culvert installation (10 If) are temporary for the purpose of restoration. An Impact Map is included as well
in the Attachment Section.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation U
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
We are applying for a Nationwide 27 permit. This permit authorizes impacts to jurisdictional waters for the purpose of conducting aquatic habitat
restoration, establishment and enhancement activities. This project will provide stream mitigation credits for impacts elsewhere within this 8-digit HUC.
Temporary impacts the stream resources are unavoidable when conducting stream restoration work. Sediment and erosion control practices as
outlined in the mitigation plan and in the project plans will be used to ensure resources are protected during the implementation phase of the project.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
A pump around will be utilized to conduct all stream restoration work in the dry. Sediment and erosion control measures such as silt fence, straw
wattles, rock silt screens and daily stabilization will be used to minimize impacts during construction. The impacts proposed are necessary for the
proper restoration of the stream. Sediment and erosion control plans are included in the attached Mitigation Plan which defines means and methods
form minimizing receiving water impacts. Most impacts to wetlands were minimal and temporary, as detailed above.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
O Yes 0 No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
This is a stream restoration project and will result in a significant net benefit to the streams.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR) l^�'
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
O Yes O No
If no, explain why:
The project is located in the French Broad River Basin and is not included in the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS0002507*
OYes 0No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
0Yes 0No
Comments:
This is a stream restoration project. No impervious area will be created.
G. Supplementary Information u
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
d Yes O No
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPAISEPA)?*
O Yes O No
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearing House?*
O Yes O No
NEPAor SEPAFinal Approval Letter

Rou ndHillBranchCombinedReport-Final. pdf
13.37MB
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?*
r Yes P No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
This is a stream restoration project and is not anticipated to have an effect on future development.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes f• Nor WA
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
O Yes M No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
O Yes r No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
rYes ONo
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes C No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
4 Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
OYes CNo
r Unknown
51. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
4 Yes O No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
-United States Fish and Wildlife Service. North Carolina's Threatened and Endangered Species.hftp://www.fv4s.gov/southeast/. Additionally, NC NHP
database was reviewed on 3/27/2018.
Consultation Documentation Upload
3.2 RoundHillBranch_USFWS.pdf 140.04KB
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes O No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
Essential Fish Habitat Mapper hftp://www.habitat.noaa.gov/protection/efh/efhmapper/indexhtmi
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
r Yes M) No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
A categorical exclusion report was prepared and is included in Appendix 12.9 of the attached Mitigation Plan. This document contains correspondence
from the State Historic Preservation Office regarding the resources of concern.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
4.1 SHPO response.pdf 100.93KB

8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA designated 100-year floodplain? *
0 Yes A No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
NC Floodmaps. https://fris.nc.gov/fris/indexaspVFIPS=191&ST=NC&user=General%20Public
Miscellaneous U
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
1.0 RoundHillBranch_PCN_Figure3_lmpactMap.pdf
Round Hill Mit Plan Final 2020.11.13.pdf
1.78MB
19.62MB
Signature U
® By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Timothy I Morris
Signature
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Full Name (DMS Signature)
Lin Xu
DSM Signature
Date
11/30/2020

NORTH CAROLINA ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
LANDOWNER AUTHORIZATION FORM
PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
Deed Book: 5470 Page: _1532 County: Buncombe
Parcel ID Number: 879004049600000
Street Address: 588 Green Valley Road,
Leicester, NC 28748,
Property Owner (please print): _Robert D. Russell, Jr.
Property Owner (please print): Kathleen C. Russell
The undersigned, registered property owner(s) of the above property, do hereby authorize
KCI Technologies, Inc.
Full Delivery Provider', the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and the US
Army Corps of Engineers, their employees, agents or assigns to have reasonable access to the above
referenced property for the evaluation of the property as a potential stream, wetland and/or
riparian buffer mitigation project, including conducting stream and/or wetland determinations and
delineations, as well as issuance and acceptance of any required permit(s) or certiiication(s).
Property Owners(s) Address:
(if different from above)
Property Owner Telephone Number: �828/575-0120 Home, 843/469-8441 Cell
Property Owner Telephone Number:
information to be true and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge.
(Property Owner Authorized Signature) (Date)
'Name of full delivery company
Adopted-6-28-12

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KCI
TECHNOLOGIES
May 7, 2018
ENGINEERS • SCIENTISTS • SURVEYORS • CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS
Landmark Center II, Suite 220 4601 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609 [phone] [phone] Fax
Ms. Janet Mizzi
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Ashville Field Office
160 Zillicoa St
Ashville, NC 288801
Subject: Endangered Species Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act
Round Hill Branch Stream and Wetland Restoration Project
KCI Job 4 161802916
Dear Mr. Benjamin:
Please accept this information pertaining to the proposed Morgan Branch stream restoration site for
natural area and rare species review by the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The RHBRS is situated on the
northwestern side of Buncombe County. The site is located approximately 4 miles south of the Town of
Leicester, North Carolina. Specifically, the site is on Green Valley Road (SR 1383) south ofNC-63. The
site is within the 06010105 Watershed Cataloging Unit (8-digit HUC) of the French Broad River Basin
and the 14-digit HUC 06010105090020 (Figure 2). Land use is primarily farmland, woodland, and rural
development (Figure 3).
The Round Hill Branch Restoration Site (RHBRS) is a candidate site for stream and wetland restoration
in the French Broad River Basin in Buncombe County, North Carolina. The RHBRS has undergone
significant modifications that have altered the site hydrology and vegetation. The primary impacts to the
system were associated with channelization and clearing throughout the site to utilize the resources in
support of agricultural production. Restoration work on the site includes: the realignment of the project
streams within the valley and reconnecting their relic floodplains, removing spoil from historic
channelization, excluding cattle from the project resources, and the establishment of a native riparian
buffer. The streams at the site will be restored and preserved with an emphasis on using a Priority 1
approach where possible. This approach will be feasible for most portions of the project streams, but not
every reach. There will not be any impacts to existing structures (buildings, barns, etc.) on the subject
property. No architectural structures or archeological artifacts have been observed or noted during
preliminary surveys of the site for restoration purposes. Proposed mitigation actions are shown on Figure
4.
We have already obtained an updated species list for Buncombe County from your web site. The rare,
threatened and endangered species for this county are included in Attachment 1. We are requesting that
you please provide any known information for any additional species, if any, in the county that we should
be aware of in the development of this project. The USFWS will be contacted if additional studies find
suitable habitat for any listed species or if we determine that the project may affect one or more federally
listed species or designated critical habitat. Please provide comments on any possible issues that might
KCI TECHNOLOGIES www.kci.com
Employee -Owned Since 1988

emerge with respect to endangered species, migratory birds or other trust resources from the construction
of a stream and wetland restoration project on the subject property.
If we have not heard from you in 30 days we will assume that our species list is correct, that you do not
have any comments regarding associated laws, and that you do not have any information relevant to this
project at the current time.
We thank you in advance for your timely response and cooperation. Please feel free to contact us with
any questions that you may have concerning the extent of site disturbance associated with this project.
My phone number is 919-278-2511 and my email address is tim.morriskkci.com
Sincerely,
Timothy J. Morris
Project Manager
Enclosures
KCI TECHNOLOGIES
www.kci.com
Employee -Owned Since 1988

Endangered Species Review for Round Hill Branch Restoration Site
Buncombe County, North Carolina
A review of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) listing of federally
endangered species, threatened species, species of concern and candidate species revealed
fifteen endangered species, twenty-six federal species of concern, four at risk species, and
one BGPA species in Buncombe County (Table 1).
Table 1. Species in Buncombe County, North Carolina listed under the federal
Endangered Species Act.
Common Name Scientific name Federal Record Status
Status
Vertebrate:
Allegheny woodrat
Neotoma magister
FSC
Current
Appalachian Bewick's wren
Thryomanes bewickii altus
FSC
Historic
Bachman's sparrow
Aimophila aestivalis
FSC
Historic
Blotchside logperch
Percina burtoni
FSC
Historic
Bog turtle
Glyptemys muhlenbergii
T (S/A)
Current
Carolina northern flying
Glaucomys sabrinus
E
Current
squirrel
coloratus
Cerulean warbler
Dendroica cerulea
FSC
Current
Eastern small -footed bat
Myotis leibii
ARS
Current
Gray bat
Myotis grisescens
E
Current
Hellbender
Cryptobranchus
ARS
Current
alleganiensis
Longhead darter
Percina macrocephala
FSC
Historic
Northern long-eared bat
Myotis septentrionalis
T
Current
Northern saw -whet owl
Aegolius acadicus pop. I
FSC
Current
(Southern Appalachian
population)
Paddlefish
Polyodon spathula
FSC
Historic
Pygmy salamander
Desmognathus wrighti
FSC
Current
Rafinesque's big -eared bat
Corynorhinus rafznesquii
FSC
Historic
Red crossbill (Southern
Loxia curvirostra
FSC
Current
Appalachian)
Southern Appalachian black-
Poecile atricapillus
FSC
Historic
capped chickadee
practicus
Southern water shrew
Sorex palustris punctulatus
FSC
Current
Sbotfin chub (=turauise
Erimonax monachus
T
Historic
shiner

Yellow -bellied sapsucker
(Southern Appalachian
population)
Invertebrate:
Appalachian elktoe
French Broad crayfish
Rusty -batched bumble bee
Southern Tawny Crescent
butterfly
Spruce-firmossspider
Tan Y1Tiiaoliall
Sphyrapicus varius FSC Current
appalachiensis
Alasmidonta raveneliana
Cambarus reburrus
Bombus afnis
Phyciodes batesii
maconensis
Microhexura montivaga
Epioblasma florentina
walkeri (=E. walkeri)
Vascular Plant:
Blue Ridge Goldenrod Solidago spithamaea
Blue Ridge Ragwort
Packera millefolium
Bunched arrowhead
Sagittaria fasciculata
Butternut
Juglans cinerea
Cain's reedgrass
Calamagrostis cainii
Fraser fir
Abies fraseri
Fraser's loosestrife
Lysimachia fraseri
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Gray's lily
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Buckleya distichophylla
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Geum radiatum
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Spiraea virginiana
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Appalachian elktoe
Habitat Description: The Appalachian elktoe is known from the French Broad River
watershed in North Carolina. The Appalachian elktoe has been observed in moderate- to
fast -flowing water, in gravelly substrates often mixed with cobble and boulders, in cracks
of bedrock and in relatively silt -free, coarse, sandy substrates. Apparently, stability of the
substrate is critical to this species, as it is seldom found in stream reaches with
accumulations of silt or shifting sand, gravel, or cobble.
Biological Conclusion: Unresolved
The project streams have been severely impacted by agricultural practices, ditching,
incision, and sediment deposition. They are not appropriate habitat for Appalachian
elktoe. Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile
of the project.
Bog turtle
Habitat Description: Bog turtle habitat consists of open, groundwater supplied
(springfed), graminoid dominated wetlands along riparian corridors or on seepage
slopes. These habitats are designated as mountain bogs by the NCNHP, but they are
technically poor, moderate, or rich fens that may be associated with wet pastures and old
drainage ditches that have saturated muddy substrates with open canopies. Plants found
in bog turtle habitat include sedges, rushes, marsh ferns, herbs, shrubs (tag alder,
hardhack, blueberry, etc.), and wetland tree species (red maple and silky willow). These
habitats often support sphagnum moss and may contain carnivorous plants (sundews and
pitcherplants) and rare orchids. Potential habitats may be found in western Piedmont and
Mountain counties from 700 to 4500 feet elevation in North Carolina. Soil types (poorly
drained silt loams) from which bog turtle habitats have been found include Arkaqua,
Chewacla, Dellwood, Codorus complex, Hatboro, Nikwasi, Potomac — Iotla complex,
Reddies, Rosman, Tate — Cullowhee complex, Toxaway, Tuckasegee — Cullasaj a
complex, Tusquitee, Watauga, and Wehadkee.
Biological Conclusion: Not Required
Species listed as threatened due to similarity of appearance do not require Section 7
consultation with the USFWS. No bog turtles were observed during field activities.
Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the
proj ect.
Tan riffleshell
Habitat Description: Historic occurrences of the tan riffleshell are known from the
French Broad and Hiawassee Rivers in North Carolina. Currently, the only known viable
population of this species is located in Tazwell County, Virginia. Individuals are
typically found in headwaters, riffles, and shoals in sand and gravel substrates.

Biological Conclusion: Unresolved
The project streams have been severely impacted by agricultural practices, ditching,
incision, and sediment deposition. They are not appropriate habitat for tan riffleshell.
Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the
proj ect.
Spotfin chub (= turquoise shiner)
Habitat Description: The spotfin chub occurs in the Little Tennessee River drainage
system. This minnow typically inhabits moderate to large streams, 49-230 feet in width.
However, they have been documented utilizing smaller tributaries in the fall. These
streams should have a good current, clear water, cool to warm temperatures, and pools
alternating with riffles. Specimens of spotfin chub have been taken from a variety of
substrates but rarely from significantly silted substrates. This species has been observed
spawning under loose rocks over bedrock.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
The USFWS lists the spotfin chub as threatened in Buncombe County based on historical
records. The spotfin chub is currently only known to occur in the Little Tennessee River
drainage system. The project is not within the Little Tennessee River drainage and
therefore outside the current range of the species. Additionally, NCNHP records does not
indicate any populations within one mile of the project.
Spreading avens
Habitat Description: Spreading avens occurs in areas exposed to full sun on high
elevation cliffs, outcrops, and bases of steep talus slopes. This perennial herb also occurs
in thin, gravelly soils of grassy balds near summit outcrops. The species prefers a
northwest aspect, but can be found on west-southwest through north-northeast aspects.
Forests surrounding known occurrences are generally dominated by either red spruce
Fraser fir, northern hardwoods with scattered spruce, or high -elevation red oaks.
Spreading avens typically occurs in shallow, acidic soil (such as the Burton series) in
cracks and crevices of igneous, metamorphic, or metasedimentary rocks. Soils may be
well drained but almost continuously wet, with soils at some known occurrences subject
to drying out in summer due to exposure to sun and shallow depths. Known populations
occur at elevations ranging from 4,296 to 6,268 feet above mean sea level. Blue Ridge
goldenrod, Heller's blazing star, and Roan Mountain bluet are a few of its common
associate species.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
There is no suitable habitat for spreading avens within the study area. There are no areas
exposed to full sunlight at or above 4,200 feet above mean sea level within the study area.
Elevations in the study area do not exceed 2,200 feet above mean sea level. Additionally,
NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the project.

Carolina Northern flying squirrel
Habitat Description: There are several isolated populations of the Carolina Northern
flying squirrel in the mountains of North Carolina. This nocturnal squirrel prefers the
ecotone between coniferous (red spruce, Fraser fir, or hemlock) and mature northern
hardwood forests (beech, yellow birch, maple, hemlock, red oak, and buckeye), typically
at elevations above 4,500 feet mean sea level. In some instances, the squirrels may be
found on narrow, north -facing valleys above 4,000 feet mean sea level. Both forest types
are used to search for food and the hardwood forest is used for nesting sites. Mature
forests with a thick evergreen understory and numerous snags are most preferable. In
winter, squirrels inhabit tree cavities in older hardwoods, particularly yellow birch.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the Carolina northern flying squirrel does not exist within the study
area. Elevations in the study area do not exceed 2,200 feet above mean sea level.
Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the
proj ect.
Rock gnome lichen
Habitat Description: Rock gnome lichen occurs in high elevation coniferous forest
(particularly those dominated by red spruce and Fraser fir) usually on rocky outcrop or
cliff habitats. This squamulose lichen only grows in areas with a great deal of humidity,
such as high elevations above 5,000 feet mean sea level where there is often fog, or on
boulders and large outcrops in deep river gorges at lower elevations. Habitat is primarily
limited to vertical rock faces where seepage water from forest soils above flows only at
very wet times. The species requires a moderate amount of sunlight, but cannot tolerate
high -intensity solar radiation. The lichen does well on moist, generally open sites with
northern exposures, but requires at least partial canopy coverage on southern or western
aspects because of its intolerance to high solar radiation.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the rock gnome lichen does not exist within the study area. There are
no rocky outcrops or cliff habitats with a great deal of humidity and seepage that flows
only during wet periods. Elevations in the study area do not exceed 2,200 feet above
mean sea level. Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within
one mile of the project.
Rusty -patched bumble bee
Habitat Description: Rusty -patched bumble bees once occupied grasslands and tallgrass
prairies of the Upper Midwest and Northeast, but most grasslands and prairies have been
lost, degraded, or fragmented by conversion to other uses. Bumble bees need areas that
provide nectar and pollen from flowers, nesting sites (underground and abandoned rodent
cavities or clumps of grasses), and overwintering sites for hibernating queens
(undisturbed soil). Bumble bees gather pollen and nectar from a variety of flowering
plants. The rusty -patched emerges early in spring and is one of the last species to go into
hibernation. It needs a constant supply and diversity of flowers blooming throughout the
colony's long life, April through September.

Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the rusty -patched bumble bee does not occur in the study area. The
USFWS has categorized Buncombe County as historical range for potential rusty -patched
bumble bee with a historical record last seen before 2000. Based off the USFWS Survey
Protocols, paved areas; mowed lawns; areas planted to annual row crops; forest where
invasive shrubs are dominant and spring ephemeral flowers are absent; and areas mowed
too frequently to allow development of diverse wildflower resources are not suitable
habitat for the rusty -patched bumble bee. The project area is mostly hayfields and areas
grazed by cattle. Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within
one mile of the project.
Spruce -fir moss spider
Habitat Description: This species is known only from spruce -fir forests in the
Appalachian mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. The spruce -fir moss spider
occurs in well -drained moss and liverwort mats growing on rocks or boulders. These
mats are found in well -shaded areas in mature, high elevation (> 5,000 feet mean sea
level) Fraser fir and red spruce forests. The spruce -fir moss spider is very sensitive to
desiccation and requires environments of high and constant humidity. The need for
humidity relates to the moss mats, which cannot become too parched or else the mats
become dry and loose. Likewise, the moss mats cannot be too wet because large drops of
water can also pose a threat to the spider. The spider constructs its tube -shaped webs in
the interface between the moss mat and the rock surface. Some webs have been found to
extend into the interior of the moss mat.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the spruce -fir moss spider does not exist within the study area.
Elevations in the study area do not exceed 2,200 feet above mean sea level. Additionally,
NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the project.
Gray bat
Habitat Description: Gray bats are known mainly from the cave regions of the Southeast
and Midwest. They live in colonies in caves, utilizing different caves for summer
roosting and winter hibernating. Summer caves are usually within one half mile
of a river or reservoir, which provides foraging habitat. During the summer, females give
birth and rear the young in maternity caves, while males and yearlings roost in separate
bachelor caves. Caves preferred for hibernation are typically deep, vertical caves with a
temperature between 42 and 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Gray bats are highly selective in
choosing suitable caves, and nine known caves are thought to provide hibernation space
for 95 percent of the population. Migration from summer to winter caves begins in
September and is mainly complete by the beginning of November.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
The project area has been heavily impacted by agricultural activities. No forage or
roosting habitat was found. Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any
populations within one mile of the project.

Bunched arrowhead
Habitat Description: Bunched arrowhead, endemic to the southern Appalachian
Mountains of North Carolina and upper Piedmont of South Carolina, is rooted in shallow
water seepage areas of bogs, wooded swamps, and deciduous woodlands. This early -
successional perennial herb occurs in Swamp Forest -Bog Complex (Typic Subtype) and
Southern Appalachian Bog (Southern Subtype) natural communities. A known
occurrence also occurs in a maintained power line right-of-way along the headwaters of a
river. The plant requires a slight but continuous and steady flow of cool, clean water that
saturates or floods but does not stagnate. The species typically occurs in sandy loam soils
found underneath a 10-24 inch deep layer of muck, sand, and silt. Undisturbed
occurrences are usually located just below the origin of the seep on gently sloping terrain
at the bluff-floodplain ecotone. While shaded areas contain the most vigorous plants, it
will also grow in either full sun or partial shade beneath red maple, black gum, and alder
at the base of steep slopes.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the bunched arrowhead exists in the project study area including a
few wetland seeps in the stream preservation areas. This is a stream restoration project,
and areas of potential bunched arrowhead habitat will not be impacted. Additionally,
NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the project.
Mountain sweet pitcher plant
Habitat Description: Mountain sweet pitcher plant, endemic to the Blue Ridge
Mountains of North and South Carolina, is found along stream banks and in shrub/herb
dominated, seepage -fed mountain bogs (Southern Appalachian Bog -Southern Subtype).
Both stream bank and bog habitats are usually situated along intermittently exposed to
intermittently flooded level depressions associated with valley floodplains. These
habitats, typically on soils of the Toxaway or Hatboro series, contain deep, poorly
drained, saturated soils of loam, sand, and silt with a high organic matter content and
medium to high acidity. A few occurrences of the pitcher plant also grow in cataract
bogs, either in thin strips along the edges of waterfalls or on soil islands over granite rock
faces, where sphagnum and other bog plant species line the sides. This early successional
species relies on natural disturbance (e.g., drought, water fluctuation, periodic fire, ice
damage) to maintain its habitat by preventing the establishment of later successional
woody seedlings.
Biological Conclusion: Unresolved
Suitable habitat for the mountain sweet pitcher plant Does not exist in the project study
area. There are no wetland areas in the project area. Additionally, NCNHP records does
not indicate any populations within one mile of the project.

Northern long-eared bat
Habitat Description: In North Carolina, the northern long-eared bat (NLEB) occurs in the
mountains, with scattered records in the piedmont and coastal plain. In western North
Carolina, NLEB spend winter hibernating in caves and mines. During the summer, NLEB
roosts singly or in colonies underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices of both live and\
dead trees (typically >3 inches dbh). Males and non -reproductive females may also roost
in cooler places, like caves and mines. This bat has also been found, rarely, roosting in
strfuctures like barns and sheds, under eaves of buildings, behind window shutters, in
bridges, and in bat houses. Foraging occurs on forested hillsides and ridges, and
occasionally over forest clearings, over water, and along tree -lined corridors. Mature
forests may be an important habitat type for foraging.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
The project area has been heavily impacted by agricultural activities. No forage or
roosting habitat was found. Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any
populations within one mile of the project.
Blue Ridge goldenrod
Habitat Description: Blue Ridge goldenrod, endemic to the Appalachian Mountains of
North Carolina and Tennessee, occurs in the High Elevation Rocky Summit natural
community generally at or above elevations of 4,600 feet above mean sea level along
cliffs, ledges, balds, and dry rock crevices of granite outcrops of the higher mountain
peaks. This early pioneer herb usually grows in full sun on generally acidic soils of
shallow humus or clay loams that are intermittently saturated. The encroachment of
woody vegetation such as ericaceous shrubs can eliminate the goldenrod through
competition and shading. Roan Mountain bluet, Heller's blazing star, and spreading
avens are a few of its common associate species.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the Blue Ridge goldenrod does not exist within the study area. There
are no rocky outcrops or cliff habitats generally at or above elevations of 4,600 feet above
mean sea level in the study area. Elevations in the study area do not exceed 2,200 feet
above mean sea level. Additionally, NCNHP records does not indicate any populations
within one mile of the project.
Virginia spiraea
Habitat Description: Virginia spiraea occurs in flood -scoured, high -gradient sections of
rocky river banks of second and third order streams, often in gorges or canyons. This
perennial shrub grows in sunny areas on moist, acidic soils, primarily over sandstone.
The shrub tends to be found in thickets with little arboreal or herbaceous competition
along early successional areas that rely on periodic disturbances such as high -velocity
scouring floods to eliminate such competition. Virginia spiraea also occurs on meander
scrolls and point bars, natural levees, and other braided features of lower stream reaches,
often near the stream mouth. Scoured, riverine habitat sites are found where deposition
occurs after high water flows, such as on floodplains and overwash islands, rather than
along areas of maximum erosion. Occurrences in depositional habitats are found among

riparian debris piles, on fine alluvial sand and other alluvial deposits, or between
boulders.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
Suitable habitat for the Virginia spiraea does not exists in the project study area. The
project streams have been heavily impacted by agricultural activities. Additionally,
NCNHP records does not indicate any populations within one mile of the project.
Bald Eagle
Habitat Description: Bald Eagles live near rivers, lakes, and marshes where they can find
fish, their staple food. Bald Eagles will also feed on waterfowl, turtles, rabbits, snakes,
and other small animals and carrion. Bald Eagles require a good food base, perching
areas, and nesting sites. Their habitat includes estuaries, large lakes, reservoirs, rivers,
and some seacoasts. In winter, the birds congregate near open water in tall trees for
spotting prey and night roosts for sheltering.
Biological Conclusion: No Effect
There are no large bodies of water near the project to provide preferred forage for the
bald eagle.

Reference:
NCDEQ, Wildlife Resources Commission. 2018. Carolina Wildlife Profiles.
httD://www.ncwildlife.ora/fs index 07 conservation. htm
NCDEQ, Natural Heritage Program. 2018. Natural Heritage Data Explorer.
https:Hncnhde. natureserve. org/
United States Fish and Wildlife Service. 2018. Buncombe County Threatened and
Endangered Species. https://www.fws.gov/raleigh/species/cniylist/chatham.html.

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona M. Bartos, Administrator
Governor Roy Cooper
Secretary Susi H. I Ia nilton
June 5, 2018
Timothy Morris
KCI Technologies
Landmark Center II, Suite 220
4601 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
Office of Archives and History
Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
Re: Round Hill Branch Stream & Wetland Restoration, Green Valley Road, Leicester, KCI 161802916,
Buncombe County, ER 18-1124
Dear Mr. Morris:
Thank you for your letter of May 7, 2018, concerning the above project.
We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no historic resources which would be affected by
the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as proposed.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR
Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579 or
environmental.review&ncdcr.gov. In all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above
referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
64*'Ramona M. Bartos
Location: 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4617 Telephone/Fax: [phone]-6599