5106_Blackwood_renewalapplic_20240506

April 24, 2024
BL.^CKWOOO
VIA ELECTRONIC Af"L
Ms. Sherri Stanley � ee • �L
Permitting Branch Head
NCDEQ — Division. of Waste Management
217 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27699
RE: West Farm Wood Products T&P - Blackwood Associates
Permit No. 5106-TP-2019
Permit to Operate Renewal Application
Newton Grove, Jobnston County, NC
Dear Ms. Stanley:
Enclosed please find one (l) copy of the Permit to Operate renewal application fnr Blackwood
Associates, LLC — West Farms Wood Products. Per the Permit No. 5106-TP-2019 `Conditions of
Permit Approval to Operate', the application package includes an updated Site Plan and Operations
plan. There have been no major modifications to operations since the previous application.
Should you have any questions regarding the enclosed application or require additional
information, please call me at [phone], or Wes Bn nmer of Leaf Environmental &
Engineering, P.C. at [phone],
Sincerely,
Blackwood Associates, LLC
Ryan Conrad
President
19015 Liberty Dr., Bloomington, IN 47403 — 812-676-8770

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APPLICATION - PERNUT TO OPERATE
WOOD TREATMENT AND PROCESSING
FACILITY
Blackwood. Associates, LLC
West Farms Wood Products
Newton Grove, Johnston County, North Carolina
April 23, 2024

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LEAF ENVIRONMENTAL & ENGINEERING, P.C. CERTIFICATION
DOCUMENT CERTIFICATION
1.0 FACILITY OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................I
2.0 LAND USE AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE .............................................................2
3.0 SITE PLAN...............................................................................................................................3
3.1 ZONING CONSISTENCY DETERMINATION...............................................................3
3.2 STATE AGENCY CORRESPONDANCE.........................................................................3
4.0 OPERATI'IONS PLAN.............................................................................................................4
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1: APRIL 2023 ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULT URAL COMPLIANCE:
REPORT
APPENDIX 2: LOCAL ZONING CONSISTENCY DETERMNATION
APPENDIX 3: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY- PERMIT NO. 5I06-TP-
2019
FIGURES
FIGURE 1: SITE LOCATION MAP
FIGURE 2: SITE PLAN
FIGURE 3: 2024 AERIAL MAP
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CERTIFICATION
BLACKWOOD ASSOCIATES, LLC
WEST FARMS WOOD PRODUCTS
Newton Grove, North Carolina
PFRIVHT TO OPERATE RENEWALAPPLICATTON
Leaf Environmental & Engineering, P.C. certifies that it has used standard and accepted practices
in the completion of this project. The undersigned (and their appointees) shall have no liability or
obligation -to any party other than Blackwood Associates, LLC. (and its successors or assigns) and
the undersigned's (and their appointees') Obligations are limited to fraudulent statements herein
made or to negligence.
aA
Wesley Z. Briunmer, P.E. Date
Vice President 1 Senior Environmental Engineer
Caroline G. Parker Date
Environmental Technician
Leaf Environmental and Engineering, P.C.

BLACKWOOD ASSOCIATES, LLC
WEST FARMS WOOD PRODUCTS
Newton Grove, North Carolina
PERMIT TO OPERATE RENEWAL APPLICATION
1.0 FACILITY OVERVIEW
Name of Facility: West Farms Wood Products
Address: 1683 Barefoot Road
Newton Grove, NC 28366
Office: 919-524-5737
Website: www.westfarrnswoodproducts.com
Landowner Ms. ]aanie Feagans.
Blackwood Purchaser, Inc.
1901 South Liberty Drive
Bloomington, Indi am 47403
Office: 812-676-6770
General Manager Mr. Ryan Conrad
DlFiice: 812-676-8770
Cell: 812-327-4934
Email: ryanrtijbwoodsolutioms.com
Administrative Contact Mr. Ryan Conrad
Office: 812-676-8774
Cell: 812-327-4934
Email: rvan-.&bwood.solutions.com
The West Farms Wood Products (West Farms) facility is an existing business which produces high
quality pine shavings used for animal bedding- Blackwood Associates, LLC purchased this facility
in February of 2019. Blackwood Associates has expanded the operation to include the
carbonization of clean wood, grinding of used utility poles, collection of clean wood, and short-
term storage of metal utility poles. The facility is located at 1683 Barefoot Road, Newton Grove,
North Carolina. A site location map is included as Figure 1. A Site Plan is included as Figure 2.

2.0 LAND USE AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Flood Plain Restrictions
While the F E.M.A 140-year floodplain boundary does overlap onto the southern portion of the
West Farms property, no portion of where storage and processing of solid waste occurs is located
within the 100-year floodplain. Figure 2 - Site Plan shows the F.E_M.A 100-year floodplain
boundary on the property.
Cultural Resources Restrictions
Areview of the NC State Historic Preservation Office (NCSHPO)11POWEB GIS Service website
was completed to query for the presence or absence of records indicating historically significant
sites (e.g:, structures, sites, properties, etc.) on or near the Site. A GIS database version of the
HPOWEB records was also reviewed.
The Site is not listed as a historic property or within a historic district, and there are none located
within a quarter mile of the property.
State Nature and Historic Preserve Restrictions and Endangered and Threatened Species
Restrictions
A report was requested from the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources,
NC Natural Heritage Program (NCNI-IP) to identify State Nature and Historic Preserves. The
report found that "Based on the project area mapped with your request, a query of NCNHP
database indicates that there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural
areas, and/or conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary." A copy of the
report is included in Appendix 1 for reference.
Clean Water Act Requirements
Stormwater is naturally diverted from the facility work area due to the slope of the site and runs
off into forested riparian buffers. There is presently no pooling of water at the site, however
stormwater detention ponds and grass -lined drainage swales are currently under construction to
control runoff surges that occur during large storm events. The detention ponds will also reduce
suspended solids, nitrogen, and chemical oxygen demand from the site. Stormwater best
management practices are utilized to prevent soil and other pollutants from accessing surface
waters and to prevent excessive on -site erosion, Silt fences are presently in place to prevent silt
from leaving the site. The site is subject to the General Stormwater - National Pollution Discharge
Elimination and System Permit in North Carolina for Non -Metal. Waste and Scrap.
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Buffer Requirements:
The site -specific buffer requirements per Permit No. 5106-1P-2019 are stated below:
I _ A buffer of at least 50 feet must be maintained between the property line and treatment and
processing operation;
2. Additional buffer to the property line may be required for the grinding operation. as
necessary, to prevent flying debris from leaving the property;
3. 20 feet wide fire lanes must be maintained between storage piles.
The remaining buffer requirements per 15ANCAC 13B .03 01 (a) for the waste handling, treatment,
processing, and storage areas are as follows:
1, No less than 100 feet from supply wells;
2. No Iess than 50 feet from waters of the State as defined in G.S. 143-212, or wetlands as
defined in 40 CFR 232.2.
Compliance with these requirements is demonstrated in the Figure 2 - Site Plan.
3.0 SITE PLAN
A Site Plan has been prepared in accordance with 15A NCAC 13B .0301(c) and is included for
reference. For review purposes, the following is noted:
I _ Figure 2 includes the Site and all features labeled within a quarter -mile boundary of the
property.
2. Existing land use is wood treating and processing. The site is zoned C_AR —Agricultural
and Residential.
3. There are no schools, historic sites, or State nature and historic preserves within % - mile
of the site.
3.1 Zoning Consistency Determination
The j urisdictional local government authority for planning and zoning is Johnston County. A letter
stating that the facility is consistent with all applicable zordng ordinances is attached in Appendix
n
3.2 State Agency Correspondence
The site was issued Permit No. 5106-TP-2019 in 2019 to construct and operate the Treatment and
Processing facility. The permit expires in August 2024. As referenced previously, a report from
the NCNHP indicated that "there are no records for rare species, important natural communities,
natural areas, and/or conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary." A copy
can be foimd in Appendix 1.
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4.0 OPERATIONS PLAN
Waste Characterization
the facility accepts only the following solid wood material:
1. Land -clearing debris (stumps, trees, limbs)
2. Untreated and unpainted wood waste (including dimension lumber)
3. Uncontaminated pallets
4. Storm debris
5. Used utility pole pieces.
Inflow of wood materials to the facility has temporaneous variance dine to the commercial nature
of the operation and cyclical nature of land development, inflow in 2023 averaged 726 tons
monthly or around 168 tons per. week. Future average inflow quantities are not anticipated to
significantly change.
The maximum tonnage for treated wood stored on -site will not exceed 2,000 tons at any given
time. Blackwood will provide $200,000 (2000 x $1001 ton) of financial assurance required of a
treatment and processing facility. This will be provided through a financial assurance trust fiord
arrangement established by the North Carolina Department of Environmental [duality.
Waste Handling
Receiving:
All unscheduled vehicles entering the facility are directed to Elie nearby West Farms Wood Products
office, where pertinent information is recorded on a ticket and a customer lag, with the hauler
name, vehicle type and size, type of wood materials and weight noted. When the facility is open
to the public an attendant is on duty to prevent acceptance of unauthorized materials.
Screening:
The office attendant then directs the vehicle driver to the site, where the General Manager directs
the vehicle to the appropriate off-loading area. The General Manager selects vehicles on a random
or targeted basis and conducts an inspection of materials as they are being off-loaded. The visual
inspection helps assure that received materials are compatible with the intent and goals of the
facility.
Processing and Handling:
Off-loaded material is sorted by incoming material type and moved to the appropriate stockpile
area.
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Storage:
All non -conforming waste and non -recyclable material is stored on site in a designated (small)
area, then transferred to a roll -off container when enough volume accumulates. Any household
garbage or other putrescible wastes will be containerized daily and properly disposed of at least
weekly. Facility personnel are responsible for transporting all non -conforming waste to an
appropriate and properly permitted solid waste disposal facility.
Treating:
Carbonization of Clean Wood- Clean wood and vegetation are carbonized in a device called a
Carbonator. The biomass is significantly reduced in volume and converted into a product called
biochar. This occurs at a high temperature in an oxygen deprived state known as thermal
conversion. Carbon dioxide is sequestered and stored in the biochar and will be sold to end use
consumers of this product.
Grinding of Utility Poles- West Farms collects and delivers used utility poles to this facility. These
are used Duke Energy utility poles which have been treated with creosote. The poles will be ground
and sent to the Craven County Wood Energy plant to be used as boiler fuel. The grindings will be
placed into trailers by the end of each operating day, and then transported to the plant. If grindings
conveyed into trailers are stored temporarily on -site, they will be covered or. stored under caner to
avoid exposure to rainwater to mitigate any stormwater runoff.
Collection of Clean Wood --- West 1~ arms receives untreated and unpainted clean wood, vegetation
(stumps, trees, limbs). poles. Yard trash, leaves and other high nitrogen wastes are not accepted.
The wood is delivered to this facility in trucks and on trailers. The clean woad is accumulated in
piles to be used as feed stock for the Carbonator. The facility will accept material from the public
and charge tipping fees.
Waste Treatment, Processing, Storage and Buffer Areas
A storage and processing area (about 4.5 acres) is in the northern portion of the site for processing
operations. Amap ofthis can be found in Figure 2. There are 20-foot fire lanes around and between
storage piles. The wood material piles are 15 feet tall and 40 feet wide.
Recordkeeping Procedures
Records are kept at the site regarding material received and processed and sold (biochar). Records
include customer or vendor name and address, type and volume of material received and sold and
the date of transactioa.
Copies of all applicable permits (with supporting documentation from approved permit
applications) and of approved operating plans will be kept can site.
An annual report is prepared each year for the period of July 1st through dune 30`a' and submitted
to the Division of Waste Management by August 1'. The annual report will document the total
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quantity and types of materials received, including material, received from local governments, and
the quantities of biochar sold.
For reporting of volume -based transactions on a weight basis, processed volumes will be converted
using a factor of 400 pounds per cubic yard (0.2 tons ] CY). The annual, report will be submitted
on the reporting form provided by the Division of Waste Management for treatment and processing
facilities.
Facility Operations
West Farms typical hours of operation are listed below. This excludes official holidays, during
which the facility will be closed.
Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 1 pin
Sunday: Closed
There are fifteen (15) gravel parking spaces for employees and visitors located on the eastern
portion of the property near the storage and processing area. Vehicles typically enter the Facility
using the driveway off of Barefoot Road and are directed to the West Farms Office on the eastern
side of the property.
Control Methods
The facility is operated to minimize dust, noise and vectors. Dust is controlled by the application
of water spray on facility roads during hot, dry weather. Material processing may be postponed
during periods of high wind to reduce dusting.
Noise during operation of the carbonator is not a problem. as it is no louder than other conventional
equipment in operation at the site. Only a few pieces of conventional heavy equipment operate at
the facility and the site is relatively isolated. The CBI grinder is not in regular operation and is
brought to the site on an as needed basis.
The facility staff can facilitate drainage and eliminate standing water to reduce the potential for
mosquito breeding. There is currently no pooling or standing water at the site, The materials being
processed are not likely to attract other vectors since they are not putrescible.
Compliance with Operational and Closure Requirements
West Farms is in compliance with all Operational and Closure Requirements, as listed below.
1. West Farms only accepts waste it is permitted to receive, which are listed in the Operations
Plan - Waste Characterization section.
2. I.eachate meets General Stormwater NPDES Permit bencbunark valucs.
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3. The facility personnel are trained in basic on -site fire response procedures and have access
to heavy equipment, water, water truck and extinguishers to aid in the early suppression of
fire. Fire suppression may include isolating and spreading burning material, application of
water or chemical suppressant, and 1 or covering with soil. Two detention ponds are located
on the site to provide water for fire suppression.
4. Vector control measures are applied as listed in the Operations Plan — Control Methods
section.
5_ The facility does not accept scrap tires or medical waste.
6. The facility is in compliance with all surface water quality standards.
7. When the facility ceases acceptance of waste, closure of the site will comply with all
requirements listed in NCAC 13B .0302(b)
Compliance with 40 CFR Subpart M
Only waste previously listed in the Waste Characterization section of the Operations Plan will be
accepted, No asbestos -containing material will be accepted_
Contingency Plan
In the event of equipment failure, broken equipment will be repaired or replaced.
Access roads are of all-weather construction and are well maintained.
A sign is posted at the facility entrance showing the contact's naYne and telephone number in case
of an emergency, acceptable materials accepted and the permit number.
Fire, ambulance and police telephone numbers are pasted in a readily accessible place. The facility
personnel are trained in basic on -site fire response procedures and have access to heavy equipment,
water, water truck and extinguishers to aid in the early suppression of fire. Fire suppression may
include isolating and spreading burning material, application of water or chemical suppressant,
and I or covering with soil_
If market conditions become unfavorable, West Farms will cease to accept material at the facility
and process and the remaining material stockpiled on -site.
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APPENDIX 1:
APRIL 2023 ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL
Leaf Environmental and Engineering, P.C.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES DUE DILIGENCE REPORT
Eldridge Road Property
Johnston County, North Carolina
April 26, 2023
Sage Project Number 2023.046
Prepared for: Submitted by:
Leaf Environmenfai & Engineering Sage Ecological Services, Inc.
1426 E. NC HWY 54 3707 Swift Drive
Suite C Raleigh, NC 27606
Durham, NC 27713

TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVESUMMARY.................................................................................................................................1
SITEDESCRIPTION ................ ........................................... ............. ......................................... ....................... 2
WETLANDS...................................................................................................................................................3
STREAMS AND SURFACE WATERS...............................................................................................................4
RIPARIANBUFFERS.......................................................................................................................................6
THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES................................................................................................ 7
CULTURALRESOURCES ......... ................................ ............................................. ................................. ........ S
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS.............................................................................................9
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................................10
SITEPHOTOS ................................. .................................................................... ....................................... A-1
FIGURES.....................................................................................................................................................B-1
NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM DATABASE REPORT.......................................................... .................. C-]
USFWS INFORMATION FOR PLANNING & CONSULTATION REPORT............. ....................................... D-1
APPENDIX E AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM..........................................................................................E-1

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Sage Ecological Services, Inc. (Sage) completed a defailed evaluafion of wetlands, streams, and
riparian buffers as well as a records review of Threatened and Endangered (T&E) Species and
cultural resources on the +/- 73.41-acre Eldridge Road Property 15itej [acated in Johnston County,
NC. The purpose of this evaluation was to determine it "Waters of the United States" (e.g.,
wetlands, streams, ponds, etc.) exist on the Site, as well as to determine what potentially related
federal and stale environmental and cultural resources regulations will be associated with the
future development of this Site. Sage completed the field evaluation on April 6 and 11, 2023, Figure
1 shows the location of the Site an the Peacocks Crossroads, NC US Geological Survey (USGS)
topographical quadrangle sheets, and Figure 2 shows the Site's location on the applicable portion
of the United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA
MRCS) Soil Survey for Johnston County. The Site is within the Neuse River Basin.
Two jurisdictionaI streams and one jurisdictional wetland were found on the site. Figure 3 shows the
approximate location and size at the wetlands and surface waters on the Site. A field meeting
with the US Army Cotps of Engineers (USACE) may be required to verify the limits of the stream and
wetland delineation performed by Sage prier to the USAGE approving any proposed impacts.
The Site is in the Neuse River Basin which is subject to 50-foof riparian buffers regulated by the North
Carolina Division of Wafer Resources (NCDWR). The USGS Topographic map depicts one stream
(Feature A) an Site. However, the Johnston County Sail Survey (see attached Figure 2) depicts two
streams (Features A and 6) on the Site. Features A and B are present on the Site: therefore, are
subject to riparian buffers, A site meeting with NCDWR will be required to confirm Sage's field
determinations.
Four threatened and endangered (T&E), one candidate species, one proposed endangered
species and the bald eagle are listed as potentially present on the property by the US Fish and
Wildlife Service (iJSFWS). No T&E species or elemental occurrences were documented on the Site
per the NC Nafural Heritage Program (,NCNHP) Databose Report (Appendix C). However, critical
habitat for the Neuse River waterlog is present. within 1.0 mile of the site within Mill Creels (Feature
A). T&E species should not have any impact on the potential development of the Site (Appendix
C).
The Site is not listed as a historic property or within a historic district. Multiple historic properties are
fisted within 1.0 mile of the Site based on a query of the North Carolina State Historic Preservation
Office (NCSHPO) database. Figure 4 depicts the locations of this property in relation to the Site.
NCSHP❑ should not have any comments during the permitting process.

SECTION i
SITE DESCRIPTION
M Site Location
The Site is located southeast of the intersection of Barefoot Road and Eldridge Road in Newton
Grove, Johnston County, NC. The coordinates of 35.2985°N,-78.3970°W generally correspond to
the center of the Site. The Site is within the Inner Coastal Plain Region of North Carolina and is in
the Neuse River Basin.
1.2 General Site Description
The southern portion of the Site consists of mostly wooded land. The central and northern portions
of the Site contain a timber processing facility, There are many industrial structures and vehicles in
this area. Additionally, one small shed -like structure was found in the forested portion of the Site.
The free canopy consists of a mixture of hardwood and pine species throughout the Site. A utility
easement transecis the southeastern portion of the Site and runs from north to south. The
topography of the Site ranges from a high point of +1- 180 feet above mean sea level (msi) in the
northernmost portion of the Site, to +/- 125 feet above msl in the southernmost portion of the Site
(see attached Figure 3).
According to the US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA
NRCS) Soil Survey for Johnston County, NC. The Site contains typical soils for the area including
Altavista fine sandy loam, Bibb sandy loam, Blanton sand, Bonneau sand, Gilead sandy loam,
Goldsboro sandy loam, Grantham silt loam, Pontego loam, Tomotley sandy loam, Uchee loamy
coarse sand, and Udorthents loamy soils-
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SECTION 2
WETLANDS
2.1 Weiland Evaluation Methodology
The wetland delineation was completed based upon the procedures specified and described in
the "Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual" (January 1987 - Final Report) and Using
the current Pastern Mountains and Piedmont Regional Guidance (April 2012). Prior to arriving on -
site, topographical maps, soil survey maps, orthophotographs, and ArcGIS generated maps of
the area were reviewed to preliminarily identify areas (e.g., drainages, hydric soils areas, areas
showing standing water, etc.) where wetlands would likely exist.
The Site was traversed on foot and evaluated for the presence of hydric soils indicators, evidence
of wetland hydraiogy, and existence of hydro phytic vegetation. Data point plots were established
to identify the presence or absence of wetland indicators. At each plot location, any hydrologic
indicators were recorded, vegetation was identified, and a soil auger utilized to collect a soil core
to stratify and classify the soil properties.
2.2 Wetland Determinations
One large wetland is located on the Site {WA). Wetland WA is present through much of the
forested area in the southern and central portions of the Site. WA abuts Stream SA on the southern
property line and surrounds much of Stream SB. Table i and Figure 3 provide additional information
and the location for the identified wetland area on the Site.
Table 1. Wetland Characteristics
Feature ID ! Latitude Longitude
WA - 35,2969°N 78.3967°w
Estimated amount of aquatic
resource In review area
24.29 Ac.
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SECTION 3
STREAMS AND SURFACE WATERS
3.1 Stream and Surface Water Evaluation Methodology
Topographical maps, soil survey maps, and aerlai maps of the Site were reviewed to preliminarily
identify drainages where potential streams may exist. Drainages within the Site were evaluated
using the current "NC-DWQ Stream Idenfifieaflon Form (Version 4.11)_" This form is used to identify
the stream's flow regime (i.e., ephemeral, intermittent, or perennial) as well as to identify if a
drainage is subject to riparian buffers (where applicable).
The USACE generaiiy considers a drainage to contain a jurisdictional stream if there is can Ordinary
High -Water Mark (CHWM) or evidence of periodic concentrated flow. The NC Division of Water
Resou(ces' (NCDWR) terms and the USACE's terms are not always synonymous and
interchangeable_ The stream designations from both the USACE and NCDWR hold more
significance if impacts {e.g„ road or utility crossings or general fill) are required. The NCDWR will
requite mitigation for impacts to perennial streams. The U5ACE typically requires mitigation for
impacts to streams that are "important to aquatic function."
3.2 Stream and Surface Water Determinations
Two Jurisdictional streams are present on the site. Feature A is a perennial stream that flows west
to east along the southern property line. Feature B is an intermittent strearr3, starting at flag 5B-02
in the central portion of the Site and flows southwest before losing bed and bank within wetland
WA. Table 2 and Figure 3 provide additional information and approximate locations for the
surface waters on the Site.
Table 2. Stream and Surface Water Characteristics
Estimated amount
feature ID
latitude
Longitude
Flow Regime
Stream
of aquatic
Width
resource in review
area
SA
35.2943°N
78.3949"W
Perennial
30'
176 LF
SB
35.2982°N
78.3972°W
intermit tent
3'
364 LF
The Site is in the Middle Mill Creek Watershed (HUC 0302020T 1305) of the Neuse River Basin and
drains to Mill Creek (Moorewood Pond). Mill Creek is classified as "Class C; Nutrient Sensitive
Wafers" (C, NSW). These classifications are generated by the NC Division of Environmental
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Quality's (NMEQ)"Classifications and Water Quality Standards Applicable to Surface Waier and
Wetlands of North Carolina." Please note that fhe jurisdictional sfatus of sife drainages needs to
be confirmed by the USACE to be valid,
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SECTION 4
RIPARIAN BUFFERS
4.1 Riparian Buffer Evaluation Methodology
In the Neuse River Basin, drainage features depicted on the most recently published USGS
topographical maps and/or the most recently published BRCS soil survey maps are subject to 50-
foot riparian buffer rules. These maps were reviewed prior to conducting the fieldwork to
preliminarily identify potentially buffered surface waters. A cumulative scare of 19 vn the
previously mentioned "NC-DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 " is required for the stream
to be subject to the rules. A score of less than 19 typically means that the stream is ephemeral and
is therefore not subject.
4.2 Riparian Buffer Determinations
❑ne stream (Feature A) is depicted on fhe Peacocks Crossroads, NC USGS Quad map. However,
two streams (Features A, and B) are depicted on the Johnston Counfy Soil Survey Map. Features
A and B are subject to riparian buffers administered by NCDWR. Feature 8 is present as an
ephemeral drainage between flags SB-01 and SB-02 and as an intermittent stream between flags
SB-02 and SB-07. A site meeting with NCDWR staff will be required to verify Sage's stream and
buffer classifications. Table 3 and Figure 3 provide additional information for the applicable
riparian buffers on the Site,
Table S. Riparian Buffer Determinations
Feature ID
Depicted Depicted on Subject to NCDWR Stream Start Stream Stop
on USGS Soil Survey Buffers Point I Point
Feature A Yes Yes Yes Off -site Off -Site
Feature B No Yes Yes SB-02 SB-07
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SECTION S
THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES
Two online datasets were queried to assess known federally listed species in North Carolina. These
included the NC Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) Data Explorer (Appendix C) and US Fish &
Wildlife Service (USFWS) lnforrnation for Planning and Consultation (lPaC) web portal specific to
the Site. (Appendix D & Toble 4). These were reviewed prior to conducting the fieldwork. The
review also included candidate species and species proposed for listing under the Endangered
Species Act (ESA).
According to the NCNHP Report dated April 4, 2023, no federaliy listed ME species were
documented on Site. The Bald Eagle is protected in every county in North Carolina under the Bald
and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Small ponds are in the vicinity of the Site but do not provide
suitable habitat. Sage did not observe evidence of Bald Eagles on the Site.
Table 4..USFWS Threatened & Endangered Species IPaC results.
Common Name
Scientific name
Federal Status
Habitat Type
Bald Eacile
Red -cockaded Woodpecker
Halioeetus leucoce . halus
BGPA i
Terrestrial
Terrestrial
Picaides bareolis
Endangered
Tricolored Bat
Peftoytis subflavus
Proposed
Endangered
Terrestrial
Neuse River Waterdog
Necturus lewisi
Threatened
Aqua
Carolina Madtom
Noturus furiosus
Endan ered
A guatic
Yellow Lance
Elllpfio lanceoloto
Threatened
A quuatic
Monarch Butferfl
❑anaus,_4exi pus j
Candidate
Terrestrial
l - Bala and Gorden Eagle Protection Act
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SECTION 6
CULTURAL RESOURCES
6.1 State Historic Preservation Office Properties
A review of the NC State Historic Preservation ❑ffice (NCSHPO) HPOWEB G1S Service website was
completed prior to initiating the fieldwork to query for the presence or absence of records
indicating historically significant sites (e.g., structures, sites, properties, etc.) on or near: the Site. A
GIS database version of the HPOWEB records was also reviewed.
The Site is not listed as a historic property or within a historic district. Multiple historic properties are
located within 1.0 mile of the Site. Figure A provides a graphical representation and description of
these properties (Appendix B).
6.2 State Archaeological Sites
Archeological records are not typically included in the NCSHPO database and to dole there is no
publicly available comprehensive listing of archeological sites in North Carolina available from the
Office of State Archeology (OSA). This agency compiles data on the state's legacy of artifacts
through application of state and federal archaeology laws and regulations, and by maintaining
inventories of site data and collections. Currently, two regulations may apply to the project if
remains or artifacts are encountered during construction. These include the Unmarked Human
Burial and Human Skeletal Remains Protection Act of NC (UHBHSR), and Section 106 of the
National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The UHBHSR applies even in the absence of a required
stream and wetland permit. The latter regulation is a requirement of a general condition to
Nationwide Permil 29 (NWP 29) which state that any previously unknown historic, cultural, or
archeological remains or artifacts which are encountered during perrnitfed activities require
immediate notification and coordination with the applicable agency.
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CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Sage Ecological Services, Inc. {Sage} completed a detailed evaluation of wetlands, streams, and
riparian buffers as well as a records review of T&E species and listed state historical properties on
the +1- 73.41-acre Site.
One jurisdictional wetland and two jurisdictional streams are located on the Site. A field
verification meeting with the USACE may be necessary to obtain approval of the stream and
wetland delineation. The attached Agent Authorization Form found in Appendix E will need to be
completed and signed by the current property owner(s) for Sage to initiate correspondence with
the USACE for the Site. Features determined to be jurisdictional should be located by a licensed
surveyor to produce a survey for the approval as well as for final planning purposes.
The Site is within The Neuse River Basin which is subject to NCDWR regulated 50-foot riparian buffers.
The .Johnston County Soil Survey (see attached Figure 2) depicts two streams (Features A and B)
on the Site. A site meeting with NCDWR will be required to confirm Sage's field determinations.
No T&E species are documented to occur on Site. T&E species are not likely to otherwise restrict
the proposed development of the Site, however, the USACE may request additional information
regarding the potential habitat of specific species during the permitting process -
The Site is not listed as a historic property and is not vAthin an historic district. The proposed activities
for the Site should not be affected by hisfo6c properties.
Depending on the final site plan, a federal wetland's permit, state water qualify certification, and
concurrence from NCSHPO may be required to develop this Site. Sage is available to assist with
prepariing the aforementioned documents for submittal and/or to conduct or coordinate any
required additional surveys. Impacts to wetlands and/or streams that result from the construction
of residential development fypically utilize the Nationwide Permit 29 (NWP 29) with the USACE and
the corresponding Certification with the NCDWR. NWP 29 limits discharge (i.e., fill) to 0.5 acre of
non -tidal waters of the Unified States for a single and complete project- Impacts that exceed 0.1
acre of wetlands or 0.03-ac of stream channel typically require mitigation P.e., payment for the
replacement of a wetland somewhere else). The concurrent nationwide permitting process with
the USACE and the corresponding general certificafion process with the NCDWR should take 45
days and 60 days, respectively, however current changes to the regulations have increased the
timeline in some cases and may require additional input from the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
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REFERENCES
Munself Color. 2000. Munseil Soil Color Charts. Gretagmacbeth, New Windsor, NY.
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. North Carolina Sfate Historic Preservation
Office GIS Maps and Data. httas;Uwww,ncdcr.aoylaboLillhistory/division-histodcal-
resources leis -macs -arid -do to
N.C_ Division of Water Quality. 2010. Methodology for Identification of Intermittent and Perennial
Streams and Their Origins, Version 4.11. North Carolina Department of Environment and
Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality. Raleigh, NC.
N.C_ Division of Water Resources (NCDWR), 2017. 407 & Buffer Permitting Unit Riparian Buffers
Protection Aragrarrt. htto:!_Idec1.nc.guvlaboutldivisionslwoler-resources
Radford, Albert E., Ahles, Harry E., and C. Ritchie Bell. 1968. Manual of the Vascular Flora of the
Carolinas. The University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Environmental Laboratory (USCOE). 1987. Corps of Engineers
Wetlands Delineation Manual. Wetlands Research Technical Report Y-87--1, US Army
Engineers Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, MS.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 2012. Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland
Delineation Manual: Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Regional Supplement (Version 2.0),
ed. J.S. Wakeley, R.W. Lichvar, Et al., ERDC/EL TR-12-9. Vicksburg, M5: U.S. Army Engineer
Research and Development Center.
U.S_ Army Corps of Engineers. 2018. National Wetland Plant List, version 3.4. hftp://weiland-
plants.usace.army, rnill
U.S. Department of Agriculture. 1994. Soil Survey of Johnston County, North Carolina. Natural
Resources Conservation Service, US Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
U.S. Geological Survey. 2022. Peacocks Crossing, NC Quodrangle, North Carolina [map]. 1:24,000.
7.5 Minute Series. United States Department of the Interior, USGS_
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Photo 1: Typical view of wetland WA, facing west.
Photo 2: 'Typical view of Stream SA, facing west.
APPENDIX A
SITE PHOTOS
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FIGURES
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APPENDIX C
NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM DATABASE REPORT
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April 4.2023
Kim Hamlin
Sage Ecological Services, Inc.
3707 Swift Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
RE; Eldridge Road Property, 2023.046
Dear Kim Hamlin:
D. Reid Wilson, SeereNry
misty RL'Ylar%an
Deputy Director, NIstural Heritage Pram
NCNHDE-21500
The North Carolina !Natural Heritage Program NCNHP) approciates the opportunity to provide
information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above.
Based on the project area mapped with your request, a query of the NCNHP database indicates that
there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or
conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. Please note that although there
may be no documentation of natural heritage elements within the project boundary, it does not
Imply or confirm their absence, the area may not have been surveyed, The results of this query
should not be substituted for field surveys where suitable habitat exists. In the event that rare
species are found within the project area, please contact the NCNHP so that we may update our
records.
The attached `Potential Occurrences' table summarizes rare species and natural communities that
have been documented within a one -mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these
records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area
if suitable habitat exists, Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one --mile
radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report.
If a Federally -listed species is found within the project area or is indicated within a one -mile radius of
the project area, the INCNFIP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for
guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here:
httos1/www.fws_cov/offices/Directory/ListOffice5r-l' rD?sta_teeod_e
Please note that natural heritage elemenL data are maintained for the purposes of conservation
planning, project review, and scientific research: and are not intended for use as the primary criteria
for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published
without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information
source In these publications, Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission,
The NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional correspondence if a
Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Land and Water Fund easement, or Federally -
listed species are documented near the project area.
If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance,
please contact Rodney A. Butler at rodl)ey.butl2rCc)ncdcr.gz)y or 919-707-8603,
Sincerely,
INC Natural Heritage Program
CFPARtME%T 0r N0'1IIPA AND CtjLTURA1. PESO LIRCE5
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Natural Heritage Element Occurrences, Natural Areas, and Managed Areas Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
Eldridge Road Property
Project No. 2023.046
April 4, 2023
NCNHDE-21500
Element Occurrences Documented Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
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5cientRic Name
(fommon Name
Last
Element
Accuracy
Orouo
Observation
Occurrence
Date
Rank
Dragonfly or 33753
Somatochlora
Coppery Emerald
2004-Pre
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Damselfly
georgiana
Low
Freshwater Fish31787
Enneacanthus
Blackbanded Sunfish
1961-06-14
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3-Medium
chaetodon
freshwater Fish36882
Notropis chalybaeus
Ironcolor Shiner
1961-06-14
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3-Medium
Natural 39B8
Pine/Scrub Oak
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2010
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3-Medium
Community
Sandhill (Blackjack
Subtype)
Natural Areas Documented Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
Fkepresentatlonal �acing
Long Branch Sandhilis R5 (General)
�1�inacied Areas Documented Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
MR -.FM Owner
USFWS Critical Habitat - Neuse River Waterdog US F sh and Wildlife Service
Collective Rating
C5 (General)
(5wner Type
Federal
Federal State
Global
fate }
Status Status
Rank
Rank
Significantly
03G4
J
S1?
Rare
--- Significantly
G3G4
S3
Rare
--- Threatened
G4
S2S3
--- ---
G3
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Def nitions and an explanation of status designations and codes can be found at bttns°lJncnhde.nawreserye.ora/help. Data query generated on April 4, 2023; source: NCNHP, 04. Minter (January) 2021
Please resubmit your information request if more than one year elapses before project initiation as new information is continually added to the NCNHP database.
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APPENDIX D
USFWS INFORMATION FOR PLANNING & CONSULTATION REPORT

IPaC Information for Planning and Consultation U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
IPaC reso I i rrn l i ct
IPaC will he clown for a maintenance event the week of April 1 nth. We x
This report is an automc- apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. / referred to as trust
resources) under the U.`. ar near the project area
referenced below. The list may also include trust resources that occur outside of the project area, but that could potentially be directly
or indirectly affected by activities in the project area. However, determining the likelihood and extent of effects a project may have on
trust resources typically requires gathering additional site -specific (e.g., vegetation/species surveys) and project -specific (e.g., magnitude
and timing of proposed activities) information.
Below is a summary of the project information you provided and contact information for the USFWS office(s) with jurisdiction in the
defined project area. Please read the introduction to each section that follows (Endangered Species, Migratory Birds, USFWS -Facilities,
and NWI Wetlands) for additional information applicable to the trust resources addressed in that section.
Location
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PHYSICAL ADDRESS
551 Pylon Drive, Suite F
Raleigh, NC 27606-1487
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Endangered species
This resource list is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an analysis of project level impacts.
The primary information used to generate this list is the known or expected range of each species. Additional areas of influence (AOI)
for species are also considered. An A01 includes areas outside of the species range if the species could be indirectly affected by
activities in that area (e.g., placing a dam upstream of a fish population even if that fish does not occur at the dam site, may indirectly
impact the species by reducing or eliminating water flow downstream). Because species can move, and site conditions can change, the
species on this list are not guaranteed to be found on or near the project area. To fully determine any potential effects to species,
additional site -specific and project -specific information is often required.
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary information whether any species which
is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of such proposed action" for any project that is conducted, permitted,
funded, or licensed by any Federal agency. A letter from the local office and a species fist which fulfills this requirement.can only be
obtained by requesting an official species list from either the Regulatory Review section in IPaC (see directions below) or from the Iocai
field office directly.
For project evaluations that require USFWS concurrence/review, please return to the 1PaC website and'request an official species list by
doing the following:
1. Draw the project location and click CONTINUE.
2. Click DEFINE PROJECT.
3. Log in (if directed to do so).
4. provide a name and description for your project.
5. Click REQUEST SPECIES LIST.
Listed speciesl and their critical habitats are managed by -the Ecological Services program of the U.S. Fish and Wiidlife Service (USFWS)
and the fisheries division of the National-Oceanit-and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA Fisheries).
Species and critical habitats under the sol,p- responsibility of NOAA Fisheries are not shown on this 11st. Please contact NOAA fisheries
for species under their.,jurisdiction.

1'.. Sped"e's lPsted-vnder the Endangered Species Act are threatened or endangered; IPaC also shows species that are candidates, or
proposed, for listing. See the listing status page for more information. IPaC only shows species that are regulated by USFWS (see
FAO).
z. NQAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service tNMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration within the Department of Commerce.
The following species are potentially affected by activities in this location:
Mammals
%A M E
TricoloredBat Perimyotis subflavus
Wherever found
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
hops;Ilecos.fws.govlecplspecies110515
Birds
NAME
Red -cockaded Woodpecker Picoides borealis
Wherever found
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
https;Ilecos.fvvs.ggvL/ cplspedes17614
Amphibians
NAME
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STATUS
Proposed Endangered
STATUS
'End4ngered
STATUS
Neuse River Waterdog Necturus lewisi Threatened
Wherever found
There is final Critical habitat for this species. Your location does not overlap the critical habitat.
https:llecos.fws.govlec pls� c i es16772
Fishes

NAME,
STATUS
Carolina Madtom Naturus furiosus
:4;
Wherever found
There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location does not overlap the critical habitat.
taps./lecos.fiqs,gov eecplspecies/528
Clams
NAME
Endangered
STATUS
Yellow Lance Elliptio ianceclata Threatened
Wherever found
There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location does not overlap the critical habitat.
=p_5://gcos.fws.gov/ecp.Lspecies/451 species/4511
Insects
NAME
Monarch Butterfly ❑anaus plexippus
Wherever found
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
httliFile-cos.f_ws.gov/ecp/�Species/9743
Critical habitats
AA,
STATUS,,
Candidate
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Potential effects to critical habitat(s) in this location must be analyzed along with the endangered species themselves.
There are no critical habitats at this location.
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Migratory birds"
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Certain birds -are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act' and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act'.
Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to migratory birds, eagles, and their habitats
should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation Treasures, as described below.
1. The Mjg ar tory Birds Treaty Act of 191 S.
2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940.
Additional information can be found using the following links:
• Birds of Conservation Concern https://www.fws.gov/program/migratory-birds/species
■ Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds https://www.fws.gov/library/collections/avoiding-and-minimizing- incidental_
take -migratory -birds
• Nationwide conservation measures for birds https://www,fws.gov/sites/default/files/documents/nationwide-standard-conservation-
measures.pdf
The birds listed below are birds of particular concern either because they occur on the USFW5 Birds of Conservati Concern {BCC}
list or warrant special attention in your project location. To learn more about the levels of concern for'birds on.y,our list and how this
list is generated, see the FAQ below. This is not a list of every bird you may find in this location, nor a guarantee -that every bird on this
list will be found in your project area. To see exact locatlons of where birders and the general public'have sighted birds in and around
your project area, visit the E-hir dlata mapping tool (Tip: enter your location, desired date r2inge and a species on your list). For projects
that occur off the Atlantic Coast, additional maps and models detailing the relative o'ccurrerice and abundance of bird species an your
list are available. Links to additional information about Atlantic Coast birds, and other imp=artant information about your migratory bird
list, including how to properly interpret and use your migratory bird report, can be -.found below.
For guidance an when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to migratory birds
on your list, click on the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY at the.rtop of your list to see when these birds are most likely to be
present and breeding in your project area.
NAME BREEDING SEASON
American Kestrel Falco sparverlus p.aulus, Breeds Apr 1 to Aug 31
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC). only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs)
in the continental USA
https:llecos.fvvs_govlecplspecie5/9587

Bald'-Eag=le Haliaeetus leucocepnalus Breeds Sep 1 to Jul 31
is is not a Bird of Conservation Concern {BCC} in this area, but warrants attention because of
the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development
or activities.
Brown -headed Nuthatch Sitka pusilla
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRS'
in the Continental USA
Chimney Swift Chaetura pelagica
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern [BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and
Alaska.
Eastern} Whip -poor -will Antrostomus vociferus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and
Alaska.
Breeds Marl to jul 15
Breeds Mar 15 to Aug 25 r�
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Breeds May 1 tro=Pug
Kentucky Warbler Oporornis fcrmosus %'��Breeds Apr 20 to Aug 20
This is a Birth of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the Continental USA avd
Alaska,
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Painted Bunting passerna oriS �•,, � � ", '`
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird -tons 'dt,
,�_v Jon fie ions (BCRs)
in the continental USA
r Prothonotary Warbler Protonotaria citrea
This is a laird of Conservation Concern (BCQr hrough out its range in the continental USA and
Alaska. •� 'S''- `r
Red-headed Woodpecker Melarierpes%er' ythrocephalus
This is a Bird of Cori servatiori'Concern (6CC) throughout its range in the Continental USA and
Alaska.;
Breeds Apr 25 to Aug 15
Breeds Apr 'I to Jul 31
Breeds May 10 to Sep 10

Prot-a0 lity of Presence Summary
The graphs below provide our best understanding of when birds of concern are most likely to be present in your project area. This
information can be used to tailor and schedule your project activities to avoid or minimize impacts to birds. Please make sure you read
and understand the FAQ "Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report" before using or attempting to interpret this
report.
Probability of Presence [ }
Each green bar represents the bird's relative probability of presence in the 1 Okm grid cell(s) your project overlaps during a particular
week of the year. (A year is represented as 12 4-weep rnonths,) A taller bar indicates a higher probability of species presence. The
survey effort (see below) can be used to establish a level of confidence in the presence score. One can have higher confidence in the
presence score if the corresponding survey effort is also high,
How is the probability of presence score calculated? The calculation is done in three steps:
1. The probability of presence for each week is calculated as the number of survey events in the week where the spe�les was detected
divided by the total number of survey events for that week. For example, if in week 12 there were,20 survey events and the Spotted
Towhee was found in 5 of them, the probability of presence of the Spotted Towhee in week 12 is.0.25,
1 To properly present the pattern of presence across the year, the relative probability of presence'€s. calculated. This is the probability
of presence divided by the maximum probability of presence across all weeks. For example, imagine the probability of presence in
week 20 for the Spotted Towhee is 0.05, and that the probability of presence at week 12'(0.25)'is the maximum of any week of the
year. The relative probability of presence on week 12 is 0.2510.25 = 1; a.t week-20. it-is-0 0510.25 = 0.2.
3. The relative probability of presence calculated in the previous step undergoes a. statistical conversion so that all possible values fall
between 0 and 10, inclusive. This is the probability of presen.ce-score.
To see a bar's probability of presence score, simply hover your, mouse cursor over the bar.
Breeding Season ( )
Yellow bars denote a very liberal estimate of the time -frame inside which the bird breeds across its entire range. if there are no yellow
bars shown for a bird, it does not breed in your project area.
Survey Effort (1)
Vertical black lines superimposed an probability of presence bars indicate the number of surveys performed for that species in the
101km grid ceii(s) your project area overlaps. The number of surveys is expressed as a range, for example, 33 to 54 surveys.
To see a bar's survey effort range, simply hover your mouse cursor over the bar.

N b Da a'N)
A week is marked as raving no data if there were no survey events for that week.
Survey Timeframe
Surveys from only the last 10 years are used in order to ensure delivery of currently relevant information. The exception to this is areas
off the Atlantic coast, where bird returns are based on all years of available data, since data in these areas is currently much more
sparse.
SPECIES JAN
American Kestrel
BCC -BCR
Bald Eagle
Non -BCC Vulnerable
Brown -headed Nuthatch
BCC - BCR
Chirnney Swift
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Eastern Whip -poor -will
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Kentucky Warbler
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Painted Bunting
BCC -BCR
Er, probability of presence breeding season I survey effort — no data
PF3 MAR APR MAY JuN JUL AUG 5EP OCT N0V DEC
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Prothonotary Warbler ---
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Red-headed Woodpecker —
BCC Rangewide (CON)
Tell me more about conservation measures I can -implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds,
Nationwide Conservation Measures describes measures that can help avoid and minimize impacts to all birds at any location year round. Implementation of
these measures is particularly important when birds are most likely to occur in the project area. When birds may be breeding in the area, identifying the
locations of any active nesis and avoiding their destruction is a very helpful impact minimization measure, To see when birds are most likely to occur and be
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breeding i�i,yotir project area, view the Probability of Presence Summary. Additional measures or permits may be advisable depending on the type of
,activityyou are conducting and the type of infrastructure or bird species present on your project site.
What does IPaC use to generate the list of migratory girds that potentially occur in my specified tocatian?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS ids of Conserve i n Concern {S ), and other species that may warrant special attention ir. your
project location.
The rigratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge ryetwork (PAKKN_). The AK data is based on a growing
collection of urve banding, and citIzensdoce dat-sets and is queried and filtered to return a list of those birds reported as occurring in the 10km grid
cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identified as warranting special attention because they are a BCC species in that area, an eagle
(Eagle Act requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to offshore activities or development.
Again, the Migratory Bird Resourco list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your project area. It is not representative of all birds that may occur
in your project area. To get a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the Rapid Avian information Locator (RAIL) Tool.
N
What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs for the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified;location?
The probability of presence graphs associated with your migratory bird list are based on data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network C-1�KN), This data is
derived from a growing collection of s. uFvev. banding, and citizen science dataset�.
Probability of presence data is continuously being updated as new and better information becomes available. To learn more about how the probability of
presence graphs are produced and how to interpret them, go the Probability of Presence Summary and then click on the "Tell me about these graphs" link.
How do I know if a bird is breeding, wintering or migrating in my area? a,
To see what part of a particular bird's range your project area falls within (i.e. breeding, wintering; migrating or year-round), you may query your iocation
using the RAIL Tool and look at the range maps provided for birds in your area at the bottom of the profiles provided for each bird in your results. If a bird
an your migratory bird species list has a breeding season associated with it, if -that bird does occur in your project area, there may be nests present at some
paint within the timefrarne specified. If "Breeds elsewhere" is indicated, then the bird likely does not breed in your project area.
What are the levels of concern for migratory birds?
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Migratory birds delivered through IPaC fall into the following distinct categories of concern:
1. "BCC Rangewide° birds are Bir fi_Conrvation Concern (BCC) that are of concern throughout their range anywhere within the USA (including Hawaii,
the Pacific Islands, Puerto Rica, and the Virgin Islands);
2. "BCC - BCR" birds are..BCCs that are of concern only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (SCRs) in the continental USA; and
3. "Nan -BCC - Vulnerable" birds are not BCC species in your project area, but appear on your list either because of the Eagle Act requirements (for eagles)
or (for non -eagles) potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities (e.g. offshore energy development or
longline fishing).

Although'it is important to try to avoid and minimize impacts to all birds, efforts should be made, in particular, to avoid and minimize impacts to the birds
on this list, especially eagles and BCC species of rangewide concern. For more information on conservation measures you can implementto help avoid and
minimfize migratory bird impacts and requirements for eagles, please see the FAQs for these topics.
Retails about birds that are potentially affected by offshore projects
For additional details about the relative occurrence and abundance of both individual bird species and groups of bird species within your project area off
the At€antic Coast, please visit the Northeast ❑cean Data Portal. The Portal also offers data anti information about other taxa besides birds that may be
helpful to you in your project review. Alternately, you may download the bird model results files underlying the portal maps through the NGAA NCCOS
Integrative Statistical Modeling and Predictive Mapping of Marine Bird Distributions and Abundance on the Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf project
webpage.
Bird tracking data can also provide additional details about occurrence and habitat use throughout the year, including migratian. Models relying on survey
data may not include this information, For additional information on marine bird tracking data, see the Diving Bird Stud and the nanotag studies or contact
Caleb Spiegel or Parma+ Loring,
rW"%\.
What if 1 have eagles an my list? Oe X
If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtai0a permit to avoid vialat! ng the Eagle Act should• such irn'pacts occur.
Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report
'4
The migratory bird list generated is not a list of all birds in your project area, only a subset of birds of'pribrit y concern .-To learn more about how your fist is
generated, and see options for identifying what other birds may be in your project area, please see the'�FAQ,".Wl-at does IPaC use to generate the migratory
birds potentially occurring in my specified location". Please be aware this report provide�'the-'probability.of presence" of Inirds within the 10 km grid cells)
that overlap your praj ect; not your exact project footprint. On the graphs provided, 0:1ease also look carefully at the survey effort (indicated by the black
vertical bar) and for the existence of the "no data" indicator (a red horizontal bar). A high suryeyjeffort is the key component. If the survey effortis high, then
the probability of presence score can be viewed as more dependable. In contrast, a low survey effort bar or no data bar means a lack of data and, therefore,
a lack of certainty about presence of the species. This list is not perfect; it is simply4a starting point for identifying what birds of concern have the potential to
be in your project area, when they might be there, and if they might be breeding (which means nests might be present), The list helps you know what to
look for to confirm presence, and helps guide you in knowing when todmplement conservation measures to avoid or minimize potential impacts from your
project activities, should presence he confirmed, To learn more`abouvconservatinn measures, visit the FAQ "Tell me about conservation measures I can
implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds" at the bottom of your migratory bird trust resources page.
4

Faci -ivies
National Wildlife Refuge lands
Any activity proposed on lands managed by the National Wildlife Refuge system must undergo a 'Compatibility Determination'
conducted by the Refuge. Please contact the individual Refuges to discuss any questions or concerns.
There are no refuge lands at this location.
Fish hatcheries
There are no fish hatcheries at this location. :
Wetlands in the National Wetlands Inventory(N17V1)
Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, or other
State/Federal statutes,
For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the iacalU S. Army Car sp of Engineers District.
Please note that the NWI data being shown may be out.of date. We are currently working to Update our NWI data set. We recommend
you verify these results with a site visit to deterrn'ine the actual extent of wetlands on site.
This location overlaps the following wetlands:
FRESHWATER FORESTED/SHRUS WE-T:LAND
PFo1C
PF01A
FRESHWWTER POND

PU6FX'
A full description for each wetland code can he fount! at the Nat! ona 1etlands Inventory website
NOTE: This initial screening does not replace an on -site delineation to determine whether wetlands occur. Additional information on
the NWl data is provided below.
Data limitations
The Service's objective of mapping wetlands and deepwater habitats is to produce reconnaissance level information on the location, type and size of these
resources. The maps are prepared from the analysis of high altitude imagery. Wetlands are identified based on vegetation, visible hydrology and geography.
A margin of error is inherent in the use of imagery; thus, detailed on -the -ground inspection of any particular site may result in revision of the wetland
boundaries or classification established through image analysis.
The accuracy of image interpretation depends on the quality of the imagery, the experience of the image analysts, the amount and quality of the;collateral
data and the amount of ground truth verification worst conducted. Meta data should be consulted to determine the date of the source -imagery used and any
mapping problems.
Wetlands or other mapped features may have changed since the date of the imagery or field work. There may he occasional differences in polygon
boundaries or classifications between the information depicted on the map and the actual conditions on, site.
Data exclusions'
Certain wetland habitats are excluded from the National mapping program because,of the_limitations-of `aerial imagery as the primary data source used to
detect wetlands. These habitats include seagrasses or submerged aquatic vegetation -that are found in the intertidal and subtidaI zones of estuaries and
nearshore Coastal waters. Some deepwater reef communities (coral or tuberficid war rrirreefs) have also been excluded from the inventory. These habitats,
because of their depth, go undetected by aerial imagery.
Data precautions %
Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over wetlands may define and describe wetlands in a different manner than that used in this
inventory- There is no attempt, in either the design or products of this inventory, to define the limits of proprietary jurisdiction of any Federal, state, or local
government or to establish the geographical scope of the regulatory programs of government agencies. Persons intending to engage in activities involving
modifications within or adjacentto wetland areas should seek the advice of appropriate Federal, state, or local agencies concerning specified agency
regulatory programs and. proprietary jurisdictions that may affect such activities.

APPENDIX E
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
F-1

SAGE
EcoLoGiC&L
5FRVICIE S
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
All Blanks to Be Filled in By the Current Landowner or Legal Representative
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
Project Name/Description: Eldridge Road Property
Sage Project # 2023.046
Date:
The Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District
P.O. Box 1890
Wilmington, NC 28402
Attn: Chris Hopper
Field Office: Raleigh
NC Division of Water Resources
3800 Barrett Drive
Raleigh, NC 27609
Attn: Colleen Cohn
Regional Office: Raleigh
Re: Wetlands and Streams Related Consulting and Permitting
To Whom It May Concern:
1. the undersigned, the owner or a duly authorized representative of record of the property/properties identified
herein, do authorize representatives of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) and North Carolina Division of
Water Resources (NCDWR) to enter upon the property herein described for the purpose of conducting on -site
investigations and issuing a determination associated with Waters of the U.S. subject to Federal jurisdiction under
Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.1 also hereby
designate and authorize Sage Ecological Services to act on my behalf as my agent in the processing of permit
applications, to furnish upon request supplemental information in support of applications, etc. from this day forward.
This notification supersedes any previous correspondence concerning the agent for this project,
Notice: This authorization, for liability and professional courtesy reasons, is valid only for government
officials to enter the property when accompanied by Sage staff. Please contact Sage to arrange a meeting
prior to visiting the site.
BY: BY:
Print Name of Landowner or Signature of Landowner or
Legal Representative Legal Representative

❑ocu5ign Envelope ID.40F3DIBE-9529-476E-B327-BASCDCC586A4
ROY COOPER
Coti ernar
LL12ABETH S, BiSER
Secretary
RICHAR❑ E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Wesley Brummer
Blackwood Purchaser, INC.
1426 E. NC Hwy 54, 5TE C
Durham, NC 27713
NORTH CAROUNA
Environmental Quality
July 19, 2023
DWR Project RRO 23-201
Johnston County
Subject: On -Site Determination for Applicability to the Neuse Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 02B .0714)
Project Name: Eldridge Road Property
Site Address / Location: 1693 Barefoot Road, Newton Grove, NC 28366
Dear Brummer:
0n July 5, 2023, Cheng 2hang conducted an on -site review of features located on the subject property
with / at the request of Blackwood Purchaser, INC. to determine the applicability of the above -noted
state regulations.
The Division of Water Resources has determined that streams listed in the table Below and identified on
the attached maps are shown on either the most recently published NRCS Soil Survey of Johnston
County and/or the USGS National Map at a scale that incorporates the National Hydrography Dataset
High Resolution data at 1:24,000 scale. Streams that are listed as "Subject" an the below table have
been located on the ground at the site and possess characteristics that qualify them to be at least
intermittent streams in accordance with the NC Stream Identification Manual M.11 and therefore
subject to the Neuse Buffer Rules. Please be aware that features identified as "not subject" may be
considered jurisdictional according to the CIS Army Corps of Engineers and subject to the Clean Water
Act.
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Johnston County
Page 2 of 5
This on -site determination shall expire five (5) years from the date of this letter. The owner {or future
owners} should notify the Division (and other relevant agencies) of this decision in any future
correspondences concerning this property. Landowners or affected parties that dispute this
determination made by the Division may request a determination by the Director of Water Resources.
This determination is final and binding, unless an appeal request is made within sixty (60) calendar
days of the date of this letter to the Director in writing.
If sending via U.S. Postol Service:
Stephanie Goss _ DWR 401 & Suffer
Permitting Branch Supervisor
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
!f sending vier deliveryservice (UPS, PedEx, etc.)
Stephanie Goss -DWR 401 & Buffer
Permitting Branch Supervisor
512 N Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27604
This letter only addresses the applicability of the stated regulations on the features identified on the
subject property and/or within the proposed project area. This letter does not approve any activity
within buffers or within waters of the state. There may be other regulated waters, streams or other
features located on the property that do not appear on the maps or table referenced above. Any
waters, streams, or other features on the site, including the features identified in this letter, may be
considered jurisdictional according to the US Anny Corps of Engineer's and subject to the Clean Water
Act. If you have any additional questions or require additional information, please contact Cheng 2hang
at 919-791-4259 or cheng.zhang@deq,nc.gov. This determination is subject to review as provided in
Articles 3 & 4 of G.S. 150B.
Sincerely,
�Du a$lQrrad by:
ViaUJitsSfa f. 11�w�utC, �r
BSVMAB32144F...
Scott Vinson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources
Enclosures: USG Topographical Map
published MRCS Soil Survey
Site Map
Electronic cc: Ryan Elliott, Sage Ecological Services
USAGE Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
baserfiche
North CarolinaDeprutrrKint of t:nviranurrniol Quality I Division nr W ater Resnumim
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DWR RRQ 23-201
Eldridge Road Property
Johnston County
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+�North Carolina Depar nont of Envimaimatal quality I Division of Water Resoumes
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DWR RRO23-201
Eldridge Road Property
Johnston County
Page 5 of 5
Nwth Carolina Deparnnonl nfEnvironmental Quality [ Division of Water Resoarm
5 Q North Salisbury Street [ 1611 Matt Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1611
rraMoiw..wa.+er�
919.707,9000

Wesley 6rummer
From: Ryan Elliott <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, June 26, 2023 8:27 AM
To: Wesley Brummer
Subject: FW: SAW-2023-00982 (Eldridge Road Property 1 Barefoot Road 1 Newtown Grove NC 1
Johnston County); Delineation Concurrence
Attachments: SAW-2023-00982_PreJurisdictional Determination Map.pdf
Hey Wes,
U5ACE verification has been received with a desktop review. See the forwarded email below.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Ryan Elliott
Sage Ecological Services, Inc.
Cell: 704.472.0874
R E I I iott @ Sa-Re Eco logi ca 1. c om
From: Martin, Matthew K CI11 CESAW<[e-mail]>
Sent: Saturday, June 24, 2023 2:23 PM
To: Ryan Elliott < re I I lott@SAG EECO LOG] CAL.CO M >
Subject: SAW-2023-00982 if Idridge Road Property J Barefoot Road / Newtown Grove NC / Johnston County);
Delineation Concurrence
Dear Ryan,
Reference is made to QRM ID SAW-2023-00982, please reference this number on any correspondence
regarding this action.
We have reviewed the information provided by you concerning the aquatic resources, and by copy of this e-
mail, are confirming that the aquatic resources delineation has been verified by the Corps to be a sufficiently
accurate and reliable representation of the location and extent of aquatic resources within the identified review
area. The location and extent of these aquatic resources are shown on the delineation map, labeled `Preliminary
Jurisdictional Determination Map', and dated May 01, 202-3.
Regulatory Guidance Letter {R(3L.) 16-01
bttps:llusace.contentdm.ocic,or--/utils/getfiile/c2llection/X� 16021 coll9lid11256 provides guidance for
Jurisdictional Determinations PD) and states "The Corps generally does not issue a JD of any type where no .1D
has been requested". At this time we are only verifying the delineation. This delineation may be relied upon
for use in theyerrnit_evaluation process, ineludina determining compensatory mitigation_ `ffis
verification does not address nor include any consideration for geographic jurisdiction on aquatic resources and
shall not be interpreted as such.

This delineation verification is not an Approved Jurisdictional Determination (AJD) and is not an appealable
action under the Regulatory Program Administrative Appeal Process (33 CFR Part 331).
Matthew K. Martin, PWS
Regulatory Specialist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
CE-SAW-RG-R
3331 Heritage Trade Drive, Suite 105
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Moblle: [phone]
Email_ matthew.k.martin(@usace.arrny,mil
We would appreciate yourfeedback on how we are performing our duties. Our automated Customer Service Survey can
be accessed by copying and pasting the following link into your web browser:
httt)s:/lreaulatorv.ops.usace.army.miilcustomer-service-survey, . Thank you for taking the time to visit this site and
complete the survey,

APPENDIX 2 :
ZONING CONSISTENCYY DETERMINATION
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Johnston County
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
"Here to Serve..."
March 13 2019
Mr. Robert Stancombe
West Farms Wood Products
1683 Barefoot Road
Newton Grove, NC 28336
Subject: Zoning and Waxer Su'
1683 Barefoot k�`t
Dear Mr. Stancombe=
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consistent with all applicable z
watershed district.
If there are any questions or t
Should you have any questions,
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APPENDIX 3 :
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PERMIT
PERMIT NO.5106-TP-2019
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ROY COOPER
Cavemor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
seemwy
MICHAEL SCOTT
Director
Permit No: 5106-TP 2019
West Farms Wood Products
August 2, 2019
Ff0 No 1323267
Page 1 of 5
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
STATE OF NORTH CA.ROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT
SOLID WASTE SECTION
SOLD] WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY
Permit No. 5I06-TP--2019
BLACKWOOD ASSOCIATES, LLC,
a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackwood Resources, LLC (owner)
and.
BWS REAL ESTATE, LLC (landowner)
are hereby issued a
PERMIT TO OPERATE
West Farms Wood Products
located at 1683 Barefoot Road, Newton Grove, Johnston County, North Carolina, in accordance with
Article 9, Chapter 130A, of the General Statutes of North Carolina and all rules promulgated thcreunder
and subject to the conditions set forth in this permit. The legal description of the site is identified on the
deed recorded for this property listed in Attachment l of this permit.
Digitally signed by
Sherri C. Stanley
patp.2419.08,02
1 a:32 5s--04'00'
Sherri C. Stanley, Supervisor
Permitting Branch, Solid Waste Section
Division of Waste Management
North Carolina Department of EnVIMnmental QuAlity I division of Waste Management
217 West Jones Street 11646 Ma1I5evAce Center } Etalelgh, North Carolina 27699-1"
919.701A240

Permit No: 5108-TP 2019
West Farms Wood Products
August2,2019
Flb No 1323257
Page 2 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1
GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION
Permit to Operate Data Table
Permit Issuance _ Expiration _
5105-TP-20I9 Aueust 2.2019 August 2.2024
PART I GENERAL FACILITY
1. This permit is issued by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division
of Waste Management, Solid Waste Section (,Section). la accordance with North Carolina
Solid Waste Management Rule 15A NCAC 13B .0201(d), a solid waste management
facility permit shall have two parts: a permit approval to construct and a permit approval to
operate. The permit approval to construct must he implemented in accordance with
Attachment 2 of this permit. The permit approval to operate must be implemented in
accordance with Attachment 3 of this permit.
2. The persons to whom this permit is issued ("permittee") are the owners and operators of the
solid waste management facility.
3. By receiving waste at this facility the permittee shall be considered to have accepted the
terms and conditions of this permit.
4. Operation of this solid waste management facility shall be in accordance with the Solid
Waste Management Rules, 15A NCAC 13B; Article 9 of Chapter 130A of the North
Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S. 130A-290, et sect.); the conditions contained in this
permit, and the approved plan. Should the approved plan and the ,rules conflict, the Solid
Waste Management Rules shall take precedence unless specifically addressed by permit
condition. Failure to comply may result in compliance action or permit revocation,
5. This permit is issued based on the documents submitted in support of the application for
permitting the facility identified in Attachment 1, "List of Documents for Approved Plan,"
which constitute the approved plait for the facility. Where discrepancies exist, the most
recent submittals and the conditions of permit shall govern.
G. This permit may be transferred only with the approval of the Section, through the issuance
of a new or substantially amended permit in accordance with applicable statutes and roles.
7. In accordance with N.C.G.S. 130A-295.2(g), the permittee snail notify the Section thirty
(30) days prior to any significant change in the identity or business structure of either the
owner or the operator, including but not limited to, a proposed transfer of ownership of the
facility, a change in the operator of the facility, or a change in the parent company of the
owner or operator.
S_ The permitter is responsible for obtaining all permits and approvals necessary for the
development of this project including approval from appropriate agencies for sedimentation
and erosion control, and a General or Individual National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) Stormwater Discharge Permit, if applicable. Issuance of this permit does

Permit No: 6106-TP-2019
West Fauns wood Products
August 2, 2019
FID No 1323257
Page 3 of 5
not remove the perinittee's responsibilities for compliance with any other local, state ox
federal rule or statute.
Properties Approved for the Solid Waste Management Facility
Johnston Coijmtv Register of Deeds
Boole I Page I Owner _ PIN
5337 1 338 t BWS Real Estate, LLC 09116008E
Total Facility Property 52 acres
The actual waste mnanageznent area is approximately 6 acres.
Permitting History
permit Date Issued I File ID —
Permit to Operate August 2, 2019 1323257
PART 11: LIST OF DOCUMENTS FOR APPROVED PLAN
Note — Documents referenced in this permit (e.g., FID 1323259) can be viewed online at the NC
Solid Waste Section website in the Documents database.
1. West Farms Wood Products, Blackwood Associates, Application for Permit to Operate.
March 2019, revised through August 2019. FID 1323259.
- End of Section —
ATTACHMENT2
CONDITIONS OF PERMIT APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT
Not Applicable
-End ofSection-
ATTACHMENT 3
CONDITIONS OF PERMIT APPROVAL TO OPERATE
i . The Permit to Operate shall expire August 2, 2024. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 13B
_0201(g), no later than April 2, 2024, the permittee must submit a request to the Section
for permit review and must update pertinent facility plans.
2. Prior to beginning the initial permitted operation, the onsite manager must hold a pre -
operation meeting onsite. The meeting date and time shall be coordinated with
representatives of the Section.

Permit No: 5108-TP-2019
West Farms Wood Products
August2,2019
FtD Nio 1323257
Page 4 of 5
3. The facility is permitted to receive land clearing debris, untreated and unpainted clean
wood material, and creosote treated utility poles. Yard trash is not acceptable at the site.
A permit modification is required for a request to receive additional types of waste.
4. The approved operation includes carbonization of clean wood (converting wood to
biochar), grinding of creosote treated utility poles for use as boiler fuel, and processing of
clean wood for carbonization,
5. The facility must be adequately secured by means of gates, chains, berms, fences, or
other measures approved by the Section to prevent unauthorized entry.
6. A sign must be maintained at the site entrance providing information on the types of
acceptable waste, the permit number, and emergency phone numbers.
7. A buffer of at least 50 feet must be maintained between the property line and the
treatment and processing operation. Additional buffer to the property line may be
required for the grinding operation, as necessary, to prevent flying debris from leaving
the property.
$_ A responsible individual trained in facility operations must be onsite during all operating
hours of the facility, in accordance with NCGS 130A-309_25.
9. Unacceptable wastes received at the site must be stored in containers and promptly
removed from the site for proper disposal.
10. Interior roadways must be of all-weather construction and maintained in good condition.
11. Storage piles of all wood material acid biochar, whether ground or unground, is limited to
15 feet high and 40 feet wide, with unlimited length within the approved waste
management boundaries. This does not apply to containerized material.
12. Storage of creosote treated wood material:
a. Before grinding, approved pile size is limited to 15 feet high and 40 feet wide,
with unlimited length within the approved waste management boundaries-
b. After grinding, all treated wood must be placed in transportation trailers by the
end of each operating day. The material stored in the trailers must be covered to
prevent contact with rainwater-
C. The maximum approved storage of creosote treated wood material, whether
ground or unground, is 2,000 tons onsite at any given time_ Any proposed
increase in the storage amount will require a modification to the financial
assurance mechanism.
13. Fire lanes must be maintained between piles, 20 feet wide, as specified in the approved
operating plan.
14, Heat generation in the storage piles must be monitored to prevent elevated temperatures
that may lead to spontaneous combustion.

Permit No: 5108-TP-2019
West Farms Wood Products
August 2, 2019
FI❑ No 1323257
Page 5 of 5
15. Surface water must be diverted from all operational and storage areas to prevent standing
water in and around storage piles. Any leachate generated at the facility must be
managed to prevent contamination of groundwater and surface water.
16. Any material distributed from this facility as mulch must only be produced from clean
wood material, not wood that has been treated, painted, or otherwise contains chemical.
compounds.
17. Financial assurance must be continuously maintained in accordance with applicable rules
and statutes.
18. In the event of a mechanical failure, the facility must take prompt action to utilize
substitute equipment.
19. The facility must be operated and maintained with sufficient dust control measures to
minimize airborne emissions and to prevent dust from becoming a nuisance or safety
hazaxd. Fugitive dust emissions from the facility that contribute to substantive
complaints may subject the facility to the Division of Air Quality requirements as listed
in 15A NCAC 2D .0540.
20. Open burning of waste is prohibited. Fires must be reported to the regional
environmental senior specialist with 24 hours of the occurrence, followed by a written
report of the details of the fire within 15 days of the occurrence_
21. Effective vector control measures must be applied to reduce the potential for vector
attraction, as needed.
22. The permittee must maintain records of the amount of solid waste received at the facility.
An annual report of facility activities for the fiscal year July 1 to June 30 must be
submitted to the Section by August 1 of each year on forms provided by the Section.
23. Copies of this permit, the approved plans, and all records required to be maintained by
the permittee must be maintained at the facility and made available to the Section upon
request during normal business hours.
24. All sedimentation and erosion control activities roust be conducted in accordance with the
Sedimentation Control Act NCGS 113A.-50, et seq., and rules promulgated under 15A
NCAC 4.
25. facility construction, operations or practices must not cause or result in a discharge of
pollution, dredged material, and/or fill material into waters of the state in violation of the
requirements under Sections 441 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, as amended.
- End of Permit Conditions -

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FIGURE 2 - SITE PLAN LEAF ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT NO .: 254919
GATE: April, 2024
West Farms Wood Products & ENGINEERING, P.C. DRAWN BY: CGP
1683 Barefoot Road 1 426 E. NC HW`( 54, STE C APPROVED BY: WZB
Newton Grove, Johnston Co., NC DURHAM, NC 27713 FILE: Blackwood
SCALE: AS SHOWN

FIGURE 3 :
2024 AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH
ie Leaf Environmental and Engineering, P.C.

West Farms Wood Products
2024 Aerial
FIGURE 3.- 2024 Aerial Photograph PROJECT NO: 254919
DATE: April 23, 2024
West Farms Wood Products DRAWN By: WZB
1683 Barefoot Road APPROVED BY: SRG
Newton Grove, Johnston County, North Carolina FILE: Figure 3 — 2024 Aerial
SCALE: AS SHOWN