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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
ROY COOPER J.ERIC BOYETTE
GOVERNOR SECRETARY
May 14, 2020
Liz Hair Joanne Steenhuis
US Army Corps of Engineers NC Division of Water Resources
Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Wilmington Regional Office
69 Darlington Avenue 127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington,NC 28403 Wilmington,NC 28405
Subject: STIP#R-2561CA Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Request at
Intersection of NC 87 and NC 11.
Dear Ms. Hair and Ms. Steenhuis,
This submittal serves as an amendment to a previous preliminary jurisdictional
determination(PJD)request, dated July 18, 2018, for your review and approval. The
changes reflect what was discussed during the field meeting on February 18, 2020.
Project Location
The proposed project is located at the intersection of NC 87 and NC 11 in Columbus
County,North Carolina(Figure 1). The coordinates of 34.376386°N, -78.277334° W
generally correspond to the center of the site.
Project Site Description
The approximately 293.6-acre project study area has been expanded to a 306.4-acre
project and consists of multiple homes, forested areas, agricultural land, and open water
features. Figure 2 depicts the potential wetland and non-wetland waters of the U.S.
identified within the project study area. Figure 3 depicts the project study area on the
Freeman and Kelly,NC USGS Quadrangle (1986). Figure 4 depicts the soils within the
project study area. Figure 5 depicts the project study area on a map with LiDAR imagery.
Mailing Address: Telephone:[phone] Location:
NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Customer Service: 1-877-368-4968 558 GILLESPIE STREET
DIVISION 6 FAYETTEVILLE,NC 28301
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT GROUP
PO BOX 1550 Website:www.ncdot.gov
FAYETTEVILLE,NC 28302

Jurisdictional Features
An initial delineation ofjurisdictional features was conducted by SEPI Inc. in April-June
of 2018.Ten potential jurisdictional streams(SA-SJ), seventeen wetland features(WA-
WQ), and six pond/open water features(PA-PF)were initially observed and flagged with
sequentially numbered flagging.Additional study area was added to the project study
area and was delineated on June 14,2019. An additional wetland(WP)was observed and
flagged with sequentially numbered flagging.After a jurisdictional field review visit on
February 18,2020, wetland WP was expanded and another wetland (WQ)was identified
within a recent cutover.Additional fieldwork took place on April 8,2020.
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the information provided.
Sincerely,
Gregory W. Price
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Division 6 Environmental Officer
[phone]

Attachments:
1. Figures
2. Jurisdictional Determination Request Form
3. Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Request Form
4. North Carolina Division of Water Resources Stream Identification Forms
5. Wetland Data Forms
6. North Carolina Wetland Assessment Method Evaluation Forms

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Jurisdictional Determination Request
US Army Corps
of Engineers
Wilmingoon 64stnc!
This form is intended for use by anyone requesting a jurisdictional determination(JD) from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District(Corps). Please include all supporting
information, as described within each category,with your request. You may submit your request
via mail, electronic mail, or facsimile. Requests should be sent to the appropriate project
manager of the county in which the property is located. A current list of project managers by
assigned counties can be found on-line at:
http://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/RegulatoryPermitProgram/Contact/CountyLocator.aspx,
by calling 910-251-4633, or by contacting any of the field offices listed below. Once your
request is received you will be contacted by a Corps project manager.
ASHEVILLE&CHARLOTTE REGULATORY WASHINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
FIELD OFFICES US Army Corps of Engineers
US Army Corps of Engineers 2407 West Fifth Street
151 Patton Avenue,Room 208 Washington,North Carolina 27889
Asheville,North Carolina 28801-5006 General Number:[phone]
General Number:[phone] Fax Number:[phone]
Fax Number:[phone]
WILMINGTON REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE
RALEIGH REGULATORY FIELD OFFICE US Army Corps of Engineers
US Army Corps of Engineers 69 Darlington Avenue
3331 Heritage Trade Drive,Suite 105 Wilmington,North Carolina 28403
Wake Forest,North Carolina 27587 General Number:910-251-4633
General Number:[phone] Fax Number:[phone]
Fax Number:[phone]
INSTRUCTIONS:
All requestors must complete Parts A, B, C, D, E, F and G.
NOTE TO CONSULTANTS AND AGENCIES: If you are requesting a JD on behalf of a
paying client or your agency,please note the specific submittal requirements in Part H.
NOTE ON PART D—PROPERTY OWNER AUTHORIZATION: Please be aware that
all JD requests must include the current property owner authorization for the Corps to
proceed with the determination, which may include inspection of the property when
necessary. This form must be signed by the current property owner(s) or the owner(s)
authorized agent to be considered a complete request.
NOTE ON PART D -NCDOT REQUESTS: Property owner authorization/notification for
JD requests associated with North Carolina Department of Transportation(NCDOT)
projects will be conducted according to the current NCDOT/USACE protocols.
NOTE TO USDA PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS: A Corps approved or preliminary JD
may not be valid for the wetland conservation provisions of the Food Security Act of
1985. If you or your tenant are USDA Program participants, or anticipate participation in
USDA programs, you should also request a certified wetland determination from the local
office of the Natural Resources Conservation Service,prior to starting work.
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Jurisdictional Determination Request
A. PARCEL INFORMATION
Street Address: Intersection of NC 87 and NC 11
City, State: Riegelwood, NC
County: Columbus
Parcel Index Number(s) (PIN): N/A
B. REQUESTOR INFORMATION
Name: Greciory W. Price
Mailing Address: PO Box 1150
Fayetteville, NC 28302
Telephone Number: [phone]
Electronic Mail Address: [e-mail]
Select one:
❑ I am the current property owner.
❑ I am an Authorized Agent or Environmental Consultant'
nInterested Buyer or Under Contract to Purchase
Other,please explain.
C. PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION2
Name:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number:
Electronic Mail Address:
1 Must provide completed Agent Authorization Form/Letter.
2 Documentation of ownership also needs to be provided with request(copy of Deed,County GIS/Parcel/Tax Record).
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D. PROPERTY ACCESS CERTIFICATION3'4
By signing below, I authorize representatives of the Wilmington District, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers (Corps) to enter upon the property herein described for the purpose of conducting on-
site investigations, if necessary, and issuing a jurisdictional determination pursuant to Section
404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. I, the
undersigned, am either a duly authorized owner of record of the property identified herein, or
acting as the duly authorized agent of the owner of record of the property.
Print Name
Capacity: n Owner n Authorized Agents
05/07/2020
Date
Signature
E. REASON FOR JD REQUEST: (Check as many as applicable)
nI intend to construct/develop a project or perform activities on this parcel which would be
designed to avoid all aquatic resources.
nI intend to construct/develop a project or perform activities on this parcel which would be
designed to avoid all jurisdictional aquatic resources under Corps authority.
n I intend to construct/develop a project or perform activities on this parcel which may
require authorization from the Corps, and the JD would be used to avoid and minimize
impacts to jurisdictional aquatic resources and as an initial step in a future permitting
process.
nI intend to construct/develop a project or perform activities on this parcel which may
require authorization from the Corps; this request is accompanied by my permit application
and the JD is to be used in the permitting process.
n I intend to construct/develop a project or perform activities in a navigable water of the
U.S. which is included on the district Section 10 list and/or is subject to the ebb and flow of
the tide.
IIIA Corps JD is required in order obtain my local/state authorization.
ElI intend to contest jurisdiction over a particular aquatic resource and request the Corps
confirm that jurisdiction does/does not exist over the aquatic resource on the parcel.
ElI believe that the site may be comprised entirely of dry land.
nOther:
3 For NCDOT requests following the current NCDOT/USACE protocols, skip to Part E.
4 If there are multiple parcels owned by different parties,please provide the following for each additional parcel on a
continuation sheet.
5 Must provide agent authorization form/letter signed by owner(s).
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F. JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION(JD)TYPE (Select One)
nI am requesting that the Corps provide a preliminary JD for the property identified herein.
A Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination(PJD)provides an indication that there may
be "waters of the United States" or"navigable waters of the United States"on a property.
PJDs are sufficient as the basis for permit decisions. For the purposes of permitting, all
waters and wetlands on the property will be treated as if they are jurisdictional "waters of
the United States". PJDs cannot be appealed(33 C.F.R. 331.2); however, a PJD is
"preliminary" in the sense that an approved JD can be requested at any time. PJDs do
not expire.
I am requesting that the Corps provide an approved JD for the property identified herein.
An Approved Jurisdictional Determination(AJD) is a determination that
jurisdictional "waters of the United States" or"navigable waters of the United
States" are either present or absent on a site. An approved JD identifies the limits of
waters on a site determined to be jurisdictional under the Clean Water Act and/or
Rivers and Harbors Act. Approved JDs are sufficient as the basis for permit
decisions. AJDs are appealable (33 C.F.R. 331.2). The results of the AJD will be
posted on the Corps website. A landowner,permit applicant, or other"affected
party" (33 C.F.R. 331.2)who receives an AJD may rely upon the AJD for five years
(subject to certain limited exceptions explained in Regulatory Guidance Letter 05-
02).
I I I am unclear as to which JD I would like to request and require additional information
1 to inform my decision.
G. ALL REQUESTS
riMap of Property or Project Area. This Map must clearly depict the boundaries of the
review area.
I I Size of Property or Review Area 306.4 acres.
riThe property boundary(or review area boundary) is clearly physically marked on the site.
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H. REQUESTS FROM CONSULTANTS
nProject Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 34.376386
Longitude: -78.277334
nA legible delineation map depicting the aquatic resources and the property/review area.
Delineation maps must be no larger than l 1x17 and should contain the following: (Corps
signature of submitted survey plats will occur after the submitted delineation map has been
reviewed and approved).6
• North Arrow
• Graphical Scale
• Boundary of Review Area
• Date
• Location of data points for each Wetland Determination Data Form or tributary
assessment reach.
For Approved Jurisdictional Determinations:
• Jurisdictional wetland features should be labeled as Wetland Waters of the US, 404
wetlands, etc. Please include the acreage of these features.
• Jurisdictional non-wetland features (i.e. tidal/navigable waters, tributaries,
impoundments) should be labeled as Non-Wetland Waters of the US, stream, tributary,
open water, relatively permanent water, pond, etc. Please include the acreage or linear
length of each of these features as appropriate.
• Isolated waters, waters that lack a significant nexus to navigable waters, or non-
jurisdictional upland features should be identified as Non-Jurisdictional. Please
include a justification in the label regarding why the feature is non jurisdictional (i.e.
"Isolated", "No Significant Nexus", or"Upland Feature"). Please include the acreage
or linear length of these features as appropriate.
For Preliminary Jurisdictional Determinations:
• Wetland and non-wetland features should not be identified as Jurisdictional, 404,
Waters of the United States, or anything that implies jurisdiction. These features can be
identified as Potential Waters of the United States, Potential Non-wetland Waters of
the United States, wetland, stream, open water, etc. Please include the acreage and
linear length of these features as appropriate.
nCompleted Wetland Determination Data Forms for appropriate region
(at least one wetland and one upland form needs to be completed for each wetland type)
6 Please refer to the guidance document titled"Survey Standards for Jurisdictional Determinations"to ensure that the
supplied map meets the necessary mapping standards.http://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-
Pro gram/Jurisdiction/
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✓❑ Completed appropriate Jurisdictional Determination form
• PJDs,please complete a Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Form'and include the
Aquatic Resource Table
• AJDs,please complete an Approved Jurisdictional Determination Form'
✓❑ Vicinity Map
✓❑ Aerial Photograph
USGS Topographic Map
n Soil Survey Map
✓❑ Other Maps, as appropriate (e.g. National Wetland Inventory Map, Proposed Site
Plan,previous delineation maps, LIDAR maps, FEMA floodplain maps)
Landscape Photos (if taken)
• NCWAM and/or NCWAM Assessment Forms and Rating Sheets
n NC Division of Water Resources Stream Identification Forms
• Other Assessment Forms
' www.saw.usace.army.mil/Portals/59/docs/regulatory/regdocs/JD/RGL_08-02_App_A_Prelim_JD_Form_fillable.pdf
' Please see http://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-Program/Jurisdiction/
Principal Purpose:The information that you provide will be used in evaluating your request to determine
whether there are any aquatic resources within the project area subject to federal jurisdiction under the regulatory
authorities referenced above.
Routine Uses:This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal,state,and local
government agencies,and the public,and may be made available as part of a public notice as required by federal
law. Your name and property location where federal jurisdiction is to be determined will be included in the
approved jurisdictional determination(AJD),which will be made available to the public on the District's website
and on the Headquarters USAGE website.
Disclosure:Submission of requested information is voluntary;however,if information is not provided,the
request for an AJD cannot be evaluated nor can an AJD be issued.
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Appendix 2 - PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (PJD) FORM
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR PJD:
B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON REQUESTING PJD: Gregory W. Price, PO Box 1150, Fayetteville, NC 28302
C. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
D. PROJECT LOCATION(S) AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
(USE THE TABLE BELOW TO DOCUMENT MULTIPLE AQUATIC RESOURCES AND/OR
AQUATIC RESOURCES AT DIFFERENT SITES)
State: NC County/parish/borough: Columbus City: Riegelwood
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format):
Lat.: 34.376386 Long.: -78.277334
Universal Transverse Mercator: 17S 750211 3807528 UTM
Name of nearest waterbody: Beaverdam Creek; Stream Index 18-61-4; WS-IV, Sw
E. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
❑ Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
❑ Field Determination. Date(s):
TABLE OF AQUATIC RESOURCES IN REVIEW AREA WHICH "MAY BE" SUBJECT TO REGULATORY
JURISDICTION.
Site Latitude Longitude Estimated amount Type of aquatic Geographic authority
number (decimal (decimal of aquatic resource resource (i.e.,wetland to which the aquatic
degrees) degrees) in review area vs. non-wetland resource"may be"
(acreage and linear waters) subject(i.e., Section
feet, if applicable) 404 or Section 10/404)
see attached table

1) The Corps of Engineers believes that there may be jurisdictional aquatic resources in
the review area, and the requestor of this PJD is hereby advised of his or her option
to request and obtain an approved JD (AJD) for that review area based on an
informed decision after having discussed the various types of JDs and their
characteristics and circumstances when they may be appropriate.
2) In any circumstance where a permit applicant obtains an individual permit, or a
Nationwide General Permit (NWP) or other general permit verification requiring "pre-
construction notification" (PCN), or requests verification for a non-reporting NWP or
other general permit, and the permit applicant has not requested an AJD for the
activity, the permit applicant is hereby made aware that: (1)the permit applicant has
elected to seek a permit authorization based on a PJD, which does not make an
official determination of jurisdictional aquatic resources; (2) the applicant has the
option to request an AJD before accepting the terms and conditions of the permit
authorization, and that basing a permit authorization on an AJD could possibly result
in less compensatory mitigation being required or different special conditions; (3)the
applicant has the right to request an individual permit rather than accepting the terms
and conditions of the NWP or other general permit authorization; (4) the applicant can
accept a permit authorization and thereby agree to comply with all the terms and
conditions of that permit, including whatever mitigation requirements the Corps has
determined to be necessary; (5) undertaking any activity in reliance upon the subject
permit authorization without requesting an AJD constitutes the applicant's acceptance
of the use of the PJD; (6) accepting a permit authorization (e.g., signing a proffered
individual permit)or undertaking any activity in reliance on any form of Corps permit
authorization based on a PJD constitutes agreement that all aquatic resources in the
review area affected in any way by that activity will be treated as jurisdictional, and
waives any challenge to such jurisdiction in any administrative or judicial compliance
or enforcement action, or in any administrative appeal or in any Federal court; and (7)
whether the applicant elects to use either an AJD or a PJD, the JD will be processed
as soon as practicable. Further, an AJD, a proffered individual permit (and all terms
and conditions contained therein), or individual permit denial can be administratively
appealed pursuant to 33 C.F.R. Part 331. If, during an administrative appeal, it
becomes appropriate to make an official determination whether geographic
jurisdiction exists over aquatic resources in the review area, or to provide an official
delineation of jurisdictional aquatic resources in the review area, the Corps will
provide an AJD to accomplish that result, as soon as is practicable. This PJD finds
that there "may be"waters of the U.S. and/or that there "may be"navigable waters of
the U.S. on the subject review area, and identifies all aquatic features in the review
area that could be affected by the proposed activity, based on the following
information:

SUPPORTING DATA Data reviewed for PJD(check all that apply)
Checked items should be included in subject file. Appropriately reference sources
below where indicated for all checked items:
❑ Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor.
Map:Vicinity,Jurisdictional Features, USGS.Soils,and LIDAR Maps •
❑ Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor.
O Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report. Rationale:
❑ Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
❑ Corps navigable waters'study:
❑ U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
❑� U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale&quad name: FREEMAN, NC; KELLY, NC (1968)
❑� Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Columbus County Soil Surrey, 1990
❑ National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
❑ Statelocal wetland inventory map(s):
❑ FEMA/FIRM maps:
❑ 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: .(National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929)
❑ Photographs: ❑ Aerial(Name &Date):
or ❑Other(Name&Date):
❑ Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter.
D Other information (please specify): NCWAM Form
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Information recorded on this form has not necessarily
been verified by the Corps and should not be relied upon for later Jurisdictional
determinations. _ A
Signature and date of Signattfre1hd date of
Regulatory staff member person requesting PJD
completing PJD (REQUIRED, unless obtaining
the signature is impracticable)'
r Districts may establish timeframes for requestor to return signed PJD forms.If the requestor does not respond
within the established time frame,the district may presume concurrence and no additional follow up Is
necessary prior to finalizing an action.

R-2651 CA
111111111111 Cowardin_Code HGM_Code Meas_Type Amount Un Waters_Type. Latitude Longitude Local Waterway
SA NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 312 FOOT DELINEATE 34.38283967 -78.28768614
SB NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 106 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37290285 -78.27257720
Weyman Creek(SC) NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 2261 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37205456 -78.27897974
SD NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 363 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37470387 -78.27317057
SE NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 507 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37542488 -78.27288364
SF NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 436 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37265935 -78.28002737
SG NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 553 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37134517 -78.28010417
SI NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 984 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37390361 -78.27739649
SJ NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Linear 778 FOOT DELINEATE 34.37309761 -78.27041210
WA NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 1.8 ACRE DELINEATE 34.38205806 -78.28845919
WB NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 0.3 ACRE DELINEATE 34.38289238 -78.28725097
WC NORTH CAROLINA PFO RIVERINE Area 8.5 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37291376 -78.27370220
WD NORTH CAROLINA PFO RIVERINE Area 8.2 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37465219 -78.27226871
WE NORTH CAROLINA PFO LACUSTRINF Area 3.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37735825 -78.27444426
WF NORTH CAROLINA PFO RIVERINE Area 4.7 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37196130 -78.28016032
WG NORTH CAROLINA PFO RIVERINE Area 2.8 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37218638 -78.27874300
WH NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 0.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37480553 -78.27592660
WI NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 2.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37964002 -78.28162205
WJ NORTH CAROLINA PFO RIVERINE Area 0.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.38007770 -78.27426890
WK NORTH CAROLINA PFO DEPRESS Area 0.3 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37945697 -78.27700537
WL NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 4.8 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37833457 -78.28302063
WM NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 0.3 ACRE DELINEATE 34.38361727 -78.28843998
WN NORTH CAROLINA PFO DEPRESS Area 0.2 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37984780 -78.27568854
WO NORTH CAROLINA PFO DEPRESS Area 0.2 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37526476 -78.27898412
WP NORTH CAROLINA PFO MINSOILFLT Area 2.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.38247715 -78.28366768
WQ NORTH CAROLINA PEM DEPRESS Area 2.6 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37810330 -78.27851650
PA NORTH CAROLINA PUB DEPRESS Area 0.4 ACRE DELINEATE 34,37752192 -78.28069803
PB NORTH CAROLINA PUB DEPRESS Area 0.4 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37599710 -78.27940921
PC NORTH CAROLINA PUB DEPRESS Area 2.2 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37409394 -78.28035650
PD NORTH CAROLINA PUB DEPRESS Area 9.3 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37764842 -78.27462476
PE NORTH CAROLINA PUB DEPRESS Area 0.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37582719 -78.28183923
PF NORTH CAROLINA PUB DEPRESS Area 0.1 ACRE DELINEATE 34.37572798 -78.27520488
TA* NORTH CAROLINA R2UB RIVERINE Area 0.02 ACRE DELINEATE 34.38352987 -78.28839473
*previously SH.Designation changed at February 18,2020 fled meeting.

NC DWG Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SA
Date:04/18/2018 ProlecVSite:R-2561 CA Latitude:34.382637
Evaluator:IR.Quindlen,SEPI Engineering County:Eolumbus I Longitude:-78.288125
Total Points: Other. Kelly
30.25 Stream Determination: Quad Name:
Stream is at least intermittent if Perennial e.g.
219 or perennial if>_30
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal =1o.$) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
11. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 2 ,
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 2
3. In-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool,step-pool, ripple- 0 1 2 3 1
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 1
5. Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 1
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 1
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 I
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes=3 0
'artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions In manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =10 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 1 ,
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 1.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes=31 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =9.75) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL-1.5 Other=0 0,75
'perennial stream may also be Identified using other methods.See p.35 S manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 3
disturbed;2 diving beetles,midges,frogs,gambusla Bankfull Width(feet) 5
Water Depth (inches) 10-36
Channel Substrate Sand/SIlvMuck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: leer
Sketch:

NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SB
Date:05/01/2018 Project/Site:R-2561CA Latitude:34.372851
Evaluator:IR.Quindien,SEPI Engineering County:kolumbus I Longltude:-78272434
Total Points: Other: Freeman
Stream is at least intermittent if 24.25 Stream Determination: e.g. Quad Name:
>_19 or perennial if>_30 Intermittent
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal =9 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
1'. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 2
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 2
3. in-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool,step-pool,ripple- 0 1 2 3 1
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 1
5. Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 1
_6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 1_ _
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 0
8. Readouts 0 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes =3 0
'artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =8_) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 1
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 3
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 0.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes=1 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =7� Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 2
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL=1.5 Other=0 0.75
•perennial stream may also be identified using other methods..See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 1.5
midges,frog Bankfull Width(feet) 3-4
Water Depth(inches) 5-12
Channel Substrate Sand/Silt/Muck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWI Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 Sc Weyman Creek
Date:05/03/2018 Project/Site:R-2561CA Latitude:34.372054
Evaluator:IR.Quindlen,SEPI Engineering County:kolumbus I Longttude:-78.279489
Total Points: Outer: Freeman
Stream is at least intermittent if 30.75 Stream Determination: e.g. Ouad Name:
>l9 oc perennial if>_30 Perennial
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal=12.5) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
1°. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 _ 2 3 3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 _ 3 2
3. In-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool,step-pool,ripple- 0 1 2 3 1
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 2
5. Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 1
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 1
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 1
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes=3 0
'artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =10 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 1
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 1
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes= 31 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =8.2 )5 Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL=1.5 Other=0 0.75
'perennial stream may also be Identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 3
midges,frog Bankfull Width(feet) 20
Water Depth(inches) 38
Channel Substrate 5and/BIIt/Muck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SD
Date:05/02/2018 ProJect/S9e:R-2561CA I Latitude:34.375077
Evaluator:[a Quindlen,SEPI Engineering L County:Eolumbus I Longitude:-78.273543
Total Points: Other
25.25 Stream Determination:
Stream is at least intermittent if ' e.g. Quad Name:
>_I9 or perennial if>}0 Perennial
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal =7._j Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
1a. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 2
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 1
3. In-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool,step-pool, ripple- 0 1 2 3 1
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 1 2 3 1
5. Active/relic floodplain 1 2 3 1
6. Depositional bars or benches 1 2 3 0
7. Recent alluvial deposits 1 2 3 0
8. Headcuts 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
10. Natural valley 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
11. Second or greater order channel No= 0 Yes= 3 0
a artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =11 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 1
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 1
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes=.l 31 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =Q )5 Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW-0.75;OBL=1.5 Other-0 0.75
'perennial stream may also be identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 2 _
midges.frog Bankfull Width(feet) 6
Water Depth (inches) 5-36
Channel Substrate Sand/Silt/Muck
Velocity: Slow
-Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SE
Date:05/02/2018 Project/Site:R-2561CA Latitude:34.375999
Evaluator:IR.Quindlen,SEPI Engineering County:Eolumbus Longitude:-78.27335
Total Points: Other: Kelly
Stream is at least intermittent it 34.75 Stream Determination: e.g. Quad Name:
>_I9 or perennial if Lae Perennial
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal =15.5 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
la. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 2
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 3
3. In-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool,step-pool, ripple- 0 1 2 3 1
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 2
5. Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 2
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 1
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 1
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3 1
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 1.5
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes=3 0
'anfidal ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =?S) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 2
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 3
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 0.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes= 31 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =9.7 )f+ Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 2
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 - 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 3
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 - 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 1
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL=1.5 Other=0 0.75
'perennial strewn may also be identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 2
2 frogs,scuds,stoneflly,cranefly larvae Bankfull Width (feet) 5
Water Depth(inches) 2-24
Channel Substrate Sand/SilVMuck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SF
Date:05/03/2018 ProiecVSite:R-2561CA Latitude:34.373257
Evaluator:IR.Qulndlen,SEPI Engineering County:Eolumbus I Longitude:-78.28009
Total Points: Other Freeman
Stream is at least intermittent it 26.5 Stream Determination: e.g. Quad Name:
?Id or perennial if?30 Intermittent
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal=1 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
1a. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 1
2. Sinuosity of channel alongthalweg 0 1 _ 2_ 3 2
3. In-Channel structure: ex.riffle-pool,step-pool, ripple- 0 1 2 3 2
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 1
5_Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 1
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 0
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 1
8. Headcuts _ 0 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 1 1.5 2
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 1.5
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes-3 0
artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =8J Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 2
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 2
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 0.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No-0 Yes-i 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =6.5 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 2
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 - 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23 Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 I 1.5 0 _
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL=1.5 Other-0 0
'perennial stream may also be identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 2
scuds,frogs Banklull Width (feet) 4
Water Depth(inches) 2-24
Channel Substrate Sand/Silt/Muck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWG Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SG
-
Date:05/03/2018 Project/Site:R-2561 CA Latitude:34.37503
Evaluator:LR.Quindlen,SEPI Engineering County:Eotumbus I Longitude:-76.278044
Total Points: Other Freeman
Stream is at least intermittent a 32.25 Stream Determination: e.g. Quad Name:
>_i9 orperennini if>_3a Perennial
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal=16.5) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
1a. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 2
3. In-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool,step-pool, ripple- 1 2 3 2
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 1 2 3 1
5. Active/relic floodplain 1 2 3 2
6. Depositional bars or benches 1 2 3 2
7. Recent alluvial deposits 1 2 3 1
8. Headcuts 1 2 3 1
9. Grade controls 0.5 1 1.5 1
10. Natural valley 0.5 1 1.5 1.5
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes=3 0
'artificial ditches are not rated:see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =8 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 _, _3_ _
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 0
14. Leaffitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 1
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes=LII _ _ _ 3
C. Biology (Subtotal. Absent Weak Moderate Strong J SCORE -
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 2
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 _ 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL=1.5 Other=0 0.75
'perennial stream may also be identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 2
scuds,salamander Bankfull Width (feet) 5
Water Depth(inches) 2-24
Channel Substrate Sand/Si8/Muck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWG Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SI
Date:06/05/2018 s Proiect/Slte:R-2561CA Latitude:34.376312
Evaluator:it.Quindlen,SEPI Engineering County: olumbus Longitude:-78.282136
Total Points: Other: Kelly
20.25 Stream Determination:
Stream is at last intermittent if Intermittent e.g. Quad Name:
219 or perennial if>_30
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal=4_) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
1a. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 1
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 0
3. In-Channel structure: ex. riffle-pool, step-pool, ripple- 0 1 2 3 1
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 1
5. Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 0
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 1
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 0
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes=3 0
'anificial ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =9 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 1
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 3
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 1
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes= 31 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =7.2a5 Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE_
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 - -0
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3 2
22. Fish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 0
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL-1.5 Other-0 0.75
'perennial stream may also be Identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 1
Bankfull Width (feet) 3
Water Depth(inches) 10
Channel Substrate sand/SiWMuck
Velocity: slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 SJ
Date:05/032018 Project/Site:R-2561CA Latitude:34.372586
Evaluator:IR.Quindlen,SEPI Engineering County:I=olumbus I Longitude:-78.26939
Total Points: Other:
25.75 Stream Determination:
Stmam is at least intermittent if Intermittente.g. Quad Name:
?19 or perennial ifs
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal -11.5 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
16. Continuous bed and bank 0 1 2 3 3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3 1
3. In-Channel structure: ex.riffle-pool,step-pool, ripple- 0 1 2 3 2
pool sequence
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3 1
5. Active/relic floodplain 0 1 2 3 1
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 0
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 1
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3 0
9. Grade controls 0 0.5 I 1.5 1 10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 1.5 -
11. Second or greater order channel No=0 Yes=3 0
artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions In manual.
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =6.5 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 2
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3 0
14. Leaflitter 1.5 1 0.5 0 0.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes= 31 3
C. Biology (Subtotal =7.75) Absent Weak Moderate Strong SCORE
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 2 1 0 2
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 2 1 0 3
20. Macrobemhos(note diversity and abundance) 1 2 3 1
21. Aquatic Mollusks 1 2 3 0
22. Fish 0.5 1 1.5 0
23. Crayfish 0.5 1 1.5 0
24. Amphibians 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
25. Algae - 0.5 1 1.5 0.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75;OBL=1.5 Other=0 0.75
'perennial stream may also be Identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual.
Notes: Bank Height(feet) 1.5
scuds,salamander Banklull Width(feet) 4
Water Depth (inches) 2-16
Channel Substrate Sand/Silt/Muck
Velocity: Slow
Clarity: Slightly Turbid
Sketch:

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 18-Apr-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WA-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.382154 Long.: -78.28801 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: WaB-Wando fine sand,0-6%slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WA-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 10 d❑ 37.0% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Prunus serotina 2 ❑ 7.4% FACU
Total Number of Dominant
3. Ilex opaca 10 d❑ 37.0% FAC Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. Quercus laurifolia 5 ❑ 18.5% FACW
5 ❑ 0,0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 87.5% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 13.5 20%of Total Cover: 5.4 27 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 10 x 2 = 20
1. Acer rubrum 10 d❑ 28.6% FAC FAC species 105 x 3 = 315
2. Quercus laurifolia 5 ❑ 14.3% FACW FACU species 12 x 4 = 48
3. Quercus nigra 15 d❑ 42.9% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Morella cerifera 5 ❑ 14.3% B FAC
column Totals: 127 (A) 383 � )
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.016
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 17.5 20%of Total Cover: 7 35 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Sassafras albidum 10 d❑ 66.7% FACU Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Acer rubrum 5 d❑ 33.3% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 7.5 20%of Total Cover: 3 15 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax bona-nox 5 ❑ 10.0% FAC
2. Vitis rotundifolia 30 d❑ 60.0% FAC
3. Gelsemium sempervirens 15 d❑ 30.0% FAC
4. ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 25 20%of Total Cover: 10 50 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Thick vines
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WA-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10Y 3/1 100 sand 50% coated
6-12 10YR 4/2 100 Sand
12+ 10YR 5/2 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 18-Apr-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WA-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.382157 Long.: -78.28811 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: GoA-Goldsboro fine sandy loam,0 to 2 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No O Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
The wetland type is a hardwood flat and resides at the bottom of a small watershed.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 8
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WA-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Liriodendron tulipifera 20 d❑ 45.5% FACU That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Magnolia virginiana 5 ❑ 11.4% FACW
Total Number of Dominant
3. Nyssa sylvatica 15 d❑ 34.1% FAC Species Across All Strata: 9 (B)
4. Acer rubrum 2 ❑ 4.5% FAC
5. Liquidambar styraciflua 2 ❑ 4.5% FAC Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 77.80/0 (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 22 20%of Total Cover: 8.8 44 =Total Cover OBL species 10 x 1 = 10
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 25 x 2 = 50
1. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 57.1% FAC FAC species 58 x 3 = 174
2. Persea borbonia 15 d❑ 42.9% FACW FACU species 35 x 4 = 140
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 128 (A) 374 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.922
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 17.5 20%of Total Cover: 7 35 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1,Rubus argutus 10 d❑ 40.0°i0 FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Woodwardia areolata 10 d❑ 40.0% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Osmunda cinnamomea 5 d❑ 20.0% FACW
4. o ❑ o.o% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 12.5 20%of Total Cover: 5 25 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Lonicera japonica 15 d❑ 62.5% FACU
2. Gelsemium sempervirens 5 d❑ 20.8% FAC
3. Campsis radicans 2 ❑ 8.3% FAC
4. Toxicodendron radicans 2 ❑ 8.3% FAC
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 12 20%of Total Cover: 4.8 24 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WA-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 10Y 2/1 100 Loam 60% coated
8-16 10YR 3/1 50 10Y 5/1 50 C M Sand 100% coated
16+ 10YR 3/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑d Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 01-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WB-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.3826656 Long.: -78.273588 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Pine flat slightly upslope of wetland
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WB-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 20 d❑ 44.4% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 5 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 44.4% FAC
3. Quercus nigra 5 ❑ 11.1% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 22.5 20%of Total Cover: 9 45 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 15 x 2 = 30
1. Persea borbonia 10 d❑ 29.4% FACW FAC species 92 x 3 = 276
2. Acer rubrum 15 d❑ 44.1% FAC FACU species 2 x 4 = 8
3. Quercus nigra 5 ❑ 14.7% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Sassafras albidum 2 ❑ 5.9% g FACU
column Totals: 109 (A) 314 � )
5. Symplocos tinctoria 2 ❑ 5.9% FAC
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.881
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 17 20%of Total Cover: 6.8 34 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: )
1. 0 ❑ 0.0°i° Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Gelsemium sempervirens 5 ❑ 16.7% FAC
2. Vitis rotundifolia 20 d❑ 66.7% FAC
3. Smilax laurifolia 5 ❑ 16.7% FACW
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation does meet wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WB-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-10 10YR 3/1 100 Sand 50% coated
10-17 10YR 4/1 100 Sand 50% coated
17+ 10YR 2/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 01-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WB-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.3839301 Long.: -78.2873049 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: GoA-Goldsboro fine sandy loam,0 to 2 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No O Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
The wetland type is a hardwood flat; a stream(SA)is adjacent to the wetland to the northwest.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑d Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 10
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WB-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Liriodendron tulipifera 10 d❑ 21.3% FACU That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 9 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 30 d❑ 63.8% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Prunus serotina 5 ❑ 10.6% FACU Species Across All Strata: 10 (B)
4. Magnolia virginiana 2 ❑ 4.3% FACW
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 90.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 23.5 20%of Total Cover: 9.4 47 =Total Cover OBL species 65 x 1 = 65
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 6 x 2 = 12
1. Magnolia virginiana 2 d❑ 22.2% FACW FAC species 45 x 3 = 135
2. Quercus nigra 2 d❑ 22.2% FAC FACU species 15 x 4 = 60
3. Acer rubrum 2 d❑ 22.2% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Persea borbonia 1 ❑ 11.1% FACW Column Totals: 131 (A) 272 (B)
5. Liquidambar styraciflua 2 d❑ 22.2% FAC
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.076
7, 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 4.5 20%of Total Cover: 1.8 9 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 17 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1,Woodwardia areolata 60 d❑ 89.6% OBL Sapling Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Osmunda regalis 5 ❑ 7.5% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Carex spp. 2 ❑ 3.0%
4. o ❑ o.o% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 33.5 20%of Total Cover: 13.4 67 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Gelsemium sempervirens 2 d❑ 20.0% FAC
2. Vitis rotundifolia 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC
3. Smilax laurifolia 1 ❑ 10.0% FACW
4. Toxicodendron radicans 2 d❑ 20.0% FAC
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 NO ❑
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.Sparse shrub layer.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WB-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-18 10YR 2/1 100 Loam
18+ 10YR 6/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑d Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 01-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WC-UP-1
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.373024 Long.: -78.275197 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes 0 No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑O Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland was very large;two data points were used to accurately convey the differences within the wetland. Sample slightly higher elevation than
wetland.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WC-UP-1
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Quercus alba Number of Dominant Species
1
60 d❑ 80.0% FACU That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 1 (A)
2. Magnolia grandiflora 5 ❑ 6.7% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Cornus florida 10 ❑ 13.3% FACU Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 20.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 37.5 20%of Total Cover: 15 75 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. Hamamelis virginiana 5 d❑ 33.3% FACU FAC species 16 x 3 = 48
2. Ilexopaca 10 d❑ 66.7% FAC FACU species 82 x 4 = 328
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% uPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 98 (A) 376 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.837
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 7.5 20%of Total Cover: 3 15 =Total Cover ❑ 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1,Quercus alba 2 d❑ 28.6% FACU Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Hamamelis virginiana 4 d❑ 57.1% FACU than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Mitchella repens 1 ❑ 14.3% FACU
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 3.5 20%of Total Cover: 1.4 7 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Vitis rotundifolia 1 ❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0.5 20%of Total Cover: 0.2 1 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation does not meet wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WC-UP-1
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 10YR 4/2 100 Sand
8-18+ 10YR 6/3 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 01-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WC-UP-2
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.372621 Long.: -78.272125 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: WaB-Wando fine sand,0-6%slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑O Yes 0 No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland was very large;two data points were used to accurately convey the differences within the wetland. Sample point slightly higher elevation than
wetland.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WC-UP-2
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Quercus alba Number of Dominant Species
1
20 d❑ 51.3% FACU That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 3 (A)
2. Quercus nigra 10 d❑ 25.6% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Pinus taeda 2 ❑ 5.1% FAC Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4. Liquidambar styraciflua 5 ❑ 12.8% FAC
5. Liriodendron tulipifera 2 ❑ 5.1% FACU Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 60.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 19.5 20%of Total Cover: 7.8 39 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 34 x 2 = 68
1. Persea borbonia 2 ❑ 4.3% FACW FAC species 27 x 3 = 81
2. Ilexcoriacea 30 d❑ 65.2% FACW FACU species 36 x 4 = 144
3. Oxydendrum arboreum 10 d❑ 21.7% FACU UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Cornus florida 2 ❑ 4.3% g FACU
column Totals: 97 (A) 293 � )
5. Ilex opaca 0 ❑ 0.0% FAC
6. Vaccinium corymbosum 2 ❑ 4.3% FACW Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.021
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 23 20%of Total Cover: 9.2 46 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o°r° Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Mitchella repens 2 ❑ 100.0°i0 FACU Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 1 20%of Total Cover: 0.4 2 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Vitis rotundifolia 10 d❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation does not meet wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WC-UP-2
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-16 10YR 3/2 100 Sand
16+ 10YR 5/2 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 01-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WC-WET-1
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.373095 Long.: -78.275111 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland was very large;two data points were used to accurately convey the differences within the wetland.The wetland is a hardwood flat and
contains multiple drainage features because it resides in the floodplain of Weyman Creek.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
El Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑d Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
d❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑d Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 0.5
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 0
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WC-WET-1
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Ilex opaca 2 ❑ 5.4% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 4 (A)
2. Nyssa sylvatica 30 d❑ 81.1% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Taxodium distichum 5 ❑ 13.5% OBL Species Across All Strata: 4 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. o ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 18.5 20%of Total Cover: 7.4 37 =Total Cover OBL species 44 x 1 = 44
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 2 x 2 = 4
1. Acer rubrum 1 ❑ 5.6% FAC FAC species 43 x 3 = 129
2. Taxodium distichum 5 d❑ 27.8% OBL FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Nyssa sylvatica 10 d❑ 55.6% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Arundinaria gigantea 2 ❑ 11.1% g FACW
column Totals: 89 (A) 177 � )
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 1.989
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 9 20%of Total Cover: 3.6 18 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 17 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Saururus cernuus 30 d❑ 85.7°i0 OBL Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Carex spp. 1 ❑ 2.9°%0 than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Hydrocotyle umbellata 2 ❑ 5.7% OBL
4.Woodwardia areolata 2 ❑ 5.7% OBL Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 17.5 20%of Total Cover: 7 35 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
1. 0 ❑ 0.0%
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WC-WET-1
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-4 10YR 2/1 100 Muck
4-8 10Y 2/1 100 Mucky Loam
8-18+ 10YR 2/1 100 Mucky Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑d Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 01-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WC-WET-2
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): hillslope Local relief(concave,convex,none): Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.372725 Long.: -78.272061 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: WaB-Wando fine sand,0-6%slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0
within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland was very large;two data points were used to accurately convey the differences within the wetland.The wetland is a hardwood flat and
contains multiple drainage features because it resides in the floodplain of Weyman Creek.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
d❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 0
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WC-WET-2
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Acer rubrum 70 d❑ 87.5% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 8 (A)
2. Nyssa sylvatica 10 ❑ 12.5% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. o ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 40 20%of Total Cover: 16 80 =Total Cover OBL species 40 x 1 = 40
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 12 x 2 = 24
1. Persea borbonia 2 ❑ 7.7% FACW FAC species 141 x 3 = 423
2. Taxodium distichum 5 d❑ 19.2% OBL FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Acer rubrum 10 d❑ 38.5% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Ligustrum sinense 2 ❑ 7.7% FAC column Totals: 193 (A) 487 (B)
5. Ilex opaca 5 d❑ 19.2% FAC
6. Morella cerifera 2 ❑ 7.7% FAC
Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.523
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 13 20%of Total Cover: 5.2 26 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 1] 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Woodwardia areolata 25 d❑ 32.5% OBL Sapling Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Ligustrum sinense 30 d❑ 39.0% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Arisaema triphyllum 10 ❑ 13.0% FACW
4.Saururus cernuus 10 ❑ 13.0% OBL Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5.Ilex opaca 2 ❑ 2.6°i0 FAC than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 38.5 20%of Total Cover: 15.4 77 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Toxicodendron radicans 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC
2. Smilax rotundifolia 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WC-WET-2
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-12 10YR 2/2 100 Loamy Muck 50% coated
12-18+ 10YR 5/3 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑d Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 02-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WD-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,R.Lepsic Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.375292 Long.: -78.27256 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Ut-Udults,steep NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Slightly higher elevation than wetland.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WD-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 2 d❑ 18.2% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 5 (A)
2. Pinus taeda 1 ❑ 9.1% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Cornus florida 1 ❑ 9.1% FACU Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. Carya ovata 5 d❑ 45.5% FACU
5. Oxydendrum arboreum 1 ❑ 9.1% FACU Percent of dominant Species
6. Fraxinus pennsylvanica 1 ❑ 9.1% FACW That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 62.5% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 5.5 20%of Total Cover: 2.2 11 =Total Cover OBL species 2 x 1 = 2
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 6 x 2 = 12
1. Ilex opaca 15 d❑ 20.3% FAC FAC species 51 x 3 = 153
2. Symplocostinctoria 25 d❑ 33.8% FAC FACU species 36 x 4 = 144
3. Pinus taeda 2 ❑ 2.7% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Quercus alba 20 d❑ 27.0% B FACU
column Totals: 95 (A) 311 � )
5. Nyssa sylvatica 2 ❑ 2.7% FAC
6. Persea borbonia 5 ❑ 6.8% FACW
Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.274
7. Oxydendrum arboreum 5 ❑ 0.0% FACU Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 37 20%of Total Cover: 14.8 74 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
4. o ❑ o.o% be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Mitchella repens 2 ❑ 50.0% FACU Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Osmunda regalis 2 ❑ 50.0% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
1 Q. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 2 20%of Total Cover: 0.8 4 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Lonicera japonica 2 0 33.3% FACU
2. Vitis rotundifolia 2 V 33.3% FAC
3. campsis radicans 2 0 33.3% FAC
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 3 20%of Total Cover: 1.2 6 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation does meet wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WD-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-10 10YR 3/2 100 Sand 50% coated
10-13 10YR 4/3 100 Sand
13-18+ 10YR 6/3 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 02-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WD-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,R.Lepsic Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.375182 Long.: -78.272609 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Ut-Udults,steep NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland contains two streams and is located within the flooplain of Weyman Creek; it is a bottomland hardwood forest type.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
El Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) d❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 0
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WD-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Taxodium distichum 20 d❑ 87.0% OBL That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 5 (A)
2. Fraxinus pennsylvanica 1 ❑ 4.3% FACW
Total Number of Dominant
3. Nyssa sylvatica 2 ❑ 8.7% FAC Species Across All Strata: 6 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 83.3% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 11.5 20%of Total Cover: 4.6 23 =Total Cover OBL species g1 x 1 = 81
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 31 x 2 = 62
1. Taxodium distichum 30 d❑ 50.0% OBL FAC species 2 x 3 = 6
2. Fraxinus pennsylvanica 30 d❑ 50.0% FACW FACU species 5 x 4 = 20
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 119 (A) 169 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 1.420
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 30 20%of Total Cover: 12 60 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Woodwardia areolata 1 ❑ 3.2% OBL Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Saururus cernuus 20 d❑ 64.5% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Peltandra virginica 10 d❑ 32.3% OBL
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 15.5 20%of Total Cover: 6.2 31 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1. Smilax smallii 5 d❑ 100.0% FACU
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WD-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-2 10YR 3/1 100 Muck
2-18 10YR 3/1 100 Loamy Muck
18+ 10YR 3/1 100 Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑d Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 02-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WE-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,R.Lepsic Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): slope Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.376358 Long.: -78.272941 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: GoA-Goldsboro fine sandy loam,0 to 2 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Steep slope around pond.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WE-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 10 d❑ 33.3% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 5 (A)
2. Pinus taeda 20 d❑ 66.7% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 50 d❑ 40.3% FAC FAC species 159 x 3 = 477
2. Pinus taeda 20 ❑ 16.1% FAC FACU species 4 x 4 = 16
3. Morella cerifera 50 d❑ 40.3% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Symplocos tinctoria 2 ❑ 1.6% FAC column Totals: 163 (A) 493 (B)
5. Quercus alba 2 ❑ 1.6% FACU
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.025
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 62 20%of Total Cover: 24.8 124 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1,Liquidambar styraciflua 5 d❑ 100.0% FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Lonicera japonica 2 ❑ 50.0% FACU
2. Vitis rotundifolia 2 ❑ 50.0% FAC
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 2 20%of Total Cover: 0.8 4 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria. Very thick shrub layer.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WE-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 2.5Y 4/2 50 Sandy Clay
10YR 6/4 50 Sandy Clay
6-8 10YR 5/2 50 Clay hard clay layer beneath 8"
10YR 5/4 50 Clay
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria. hard clay layer beneath 8",couldn't get soil auger any deeper.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 02-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WE-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,R.Lepsic Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Pond Fringe Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.376233 Long.: -78.272735 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: GoA-Goldsboro fine sandy loam,0 to 2 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes 0 No O
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑d ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland is a mesic mixed hardwood type that surrounds a manmade lake with forested wetland in the middle of the lake,mapped using aerials.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
El Water Marks(Bl) d❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
clay layer beneath acts as a hard pan. Unusual circumstances here.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WE-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 2 ❑ 100.0% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 2 (A)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 3 (B)
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 66.7% (NB)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 1 20%of Total Cover: 0.4 2 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 10 x 2 = 20
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 10 d❑ 71.4% FAC FAC species 18 x 3 = 54
2. Morella cerifera 2 ❑ 14.3% FAC FACU species 10 x 4 = 40
3. Acer rubrum 2 ❑ 14.3% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 38 (A) 114 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.000
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 7 20%of Total Cover: 2.8 14 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 1] 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1,Eupatorium capillifolium 10 d❑ 45.5°%0 FACU Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Andropogon glomeratus 10 d❑ 45.5% FACW than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Acer rubrum 2 ❑ 9.1% FAC
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 11 20%of Total Cover: 4.4 22 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
1. 0 ❑ 0.0%
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.Sparce vegetation.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WE-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 5/2 80 10YR 6/6 20 C M Sandy Clay
6-14 10YR 4/1 50 10YR 5/2 40 C PL Clay 3 different components to
6 14 laver
10YR 6/6 10 C M Clay
14+ 10YR 3/1 100 Clay
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑d Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 02-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WF/WG-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.37094 Long.: -78.280521 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Ut-Udults,steep NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑O Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland for is for both WF and WG. Within floodplain of Weymans Creek but slightly higher elevation than wetland.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No CI Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WF/WG-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Carya ovate 20 d❑ 30.8% FACU That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 3 (A)
2. Quercus nigra 10 ❑ 15.4% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Quercus falcate 15 d❑ 23.1% FACU Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4. Quercus alba 10 ❑ 15.4% FACU
5. Liriodendron tulipifera 10 ❑ 15.4% FACU Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 60.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 32.5 20%of Total Cover: 13 65 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 25 x 2 = 50
1. Carpinus caroliniana 15 d❑ 26.3% FAC FAC species 56 x 3 = 168
2. Quercus michauxii 10 ❑ 17.5% FACW FACU species 57 x 4 = 228
3. Symplocos tinctoria 15 V 26.3% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Ilex opaca 10 ❑ 17.5% FAC column Totals: 138 (A) 446 (B)
5. Vaccinium angustifolium 2 ❑ 3.5% FACU
6. Persea borbonia 5 ❑ 8.8% FACW
Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.232
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 28.5 20%of Total Cover: 11.4 57 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Acer rubrum 2 ❑ 14.3% FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Symplocos tinctoria 2 ❑ 14.3% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Leucothoe axillaris 10 d❑ 71.4% FACW
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 7 20%of Total Cover: 2.8 14 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1. Vitis rotundifolia 2 ❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 1 20%of Total Cover: 0.4 2 =Total Cover Present? Yes 10 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation does meet wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WF/WG-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 4/2 100 Sand 50% covered
6-14 10YR 4/4 100 Sand
14-+ 10YR 7/4 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 02-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WF/WG-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Floodplain Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.370985 Long.: -78.280429 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Ut-Udults,steep NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland form is for both WF and WG. Wetland is the cypress gum swamp type and is located within the floodplain of Weyman Creek.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) d❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 2
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WF/WG-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Quercus nigra 15 ❑ 17.6% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 8 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 23.5% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Carpinus caroliniana 20 d❑ 23.5% FAC Species Across All Strata: 10 (B)
4. Nyssa sylvatica 5 ❑ 5.9% FAC
5. Liriodendron tulipifera 25 d❑ 29.4% FACU Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 80.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 42.5 20%of Total Cover: 17 85 =Total Cover OBL species 35 x 1 = 35
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 32 x 2 = 64
1. Liriodendron tulipifera 10 d❑ 22.7% FACU FAC species 82 x 3 = 246
2. Ilexcoriacea 10 d❑ 22.7% FACW FACU species 35 x 4 = 140
3. Ilex opaca 2 ❑ 4.5% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Persea borbonia 2 ❑ 4.5% FACW column Totals: 184 (A) 485 (B)
5. Taxodium distichum 5 ❑ 11.4% OBL
6. Morella cerifera 10 d❑ 22.7% FAC
Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.636
7. Carpinus caroliniana 5 ❑ 0.0% FAC Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 22 20%of Total Cover: 8.8 44 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 1] 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Leucothoe axillaris 10 d❑ 20.0°%0 FACW Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Woodwardia areolata 30 d❑ 60.0% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Osmunda cinnamomea 10 d❑ 20.0% FACW
4. o ❑ o.o% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 25 20%of Total Cover: 10 50 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'circular )
1. Vitis rotundifolia 5 d❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WF/WG-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-3 10YR 2/1 100 Muck
3-14 10YR 6/3 100 Sand
14+ 10Y 6/3 50 10YR 5/2 50 C M Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑� 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 21-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WH-UP
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.374909 Long.: -78.275749 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Pine/hardwood flat
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WH-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 60 d❑ 42.9% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 6 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 40 d❑ 28.6% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Prunus serotina 15 ❑ 10.7% FACU Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
4. Liquidambar styraciflua 15 ❑ 10.7% FAC
5. Morella cerifera 10 ❑ 7.1% FAC Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 85.7% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 70 20%of Total Cover: 28 140 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 40 d❑ 53.3% FAC FAC species 220 x 3 = 660
2. Acer rubrum 15 d❑ 20.0% FAC FACU species 20 x 4 = 80
3. Ilex opaca 10 ❑ 13.3% FAC UPL species 10 x 5 = 50
4. Morella cerifera 10 ❑ 13.3% B FAC
column Totals: 250 (A) 790 � )
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.160
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 37.5 20%of Total Cover: 15 75 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 20'Circular )
1. ❑ 0.0% Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 10 d❑ 28.6% FAC
2. Vitis rotundifolia 10 d❑ 28.6% FAC
3. Wisteria sinensis 10 d❑ 28.6% UPL
4. Lonicera japonica 5 ❑ 14.3% FACU
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 17.5 20%of Total Cover: 7 35 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria. Heavy duff layer.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WH-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 2/1 100 Sand
6-12+ 2.5YR 6/4 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 21-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WH-WET
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Upland Depression Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.275845 Long.: -78.275836 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No O Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Slight depression in interstream divide.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) d❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No CI Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Wet flat on interstream divide.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WH-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 30 d❑ 37.5% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 30 d❑ 37.5% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Acer rubrum 10 ❑ 12.5% FAC Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
4. Liriodendron tulipifera 10 ❑ 12.5% FACU
5. o ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. o ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 40 20%of Total Cover: 16 80 =Total Cover OBL species 60 x 1 = 60
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 5 x 2 = 10
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 30 d❑ 46.2% FAC FAC species 145 x 3 = 435
2. Quercus nigra 10 ❑ 15.4% FAC FACU species 10 x 4 = 40
3. Acer rubrum 15 d❑ 23.1% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Magnolia grandiflora 5 ❑ 7.7% FAC column Totals: 220 (A) 545 (B)
5. Ilex opaca 5 ❑ 7.7% FAC
6. o ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.477
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 32.5 20%of Total Cover: 13 65 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'circular ) 17 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. Woodwardia areolata 60 d❑ 92.3% OBL ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. Osmunda cinnamomea 5 ❑ 7.7% FACW
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 32.5 20%of Total Cover: 13 65 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Gelsemium sempervirens 5 d❑ 50.0°%0 FAC Sapling Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Campsis radicans 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
1. 0 ❑ 0.0%
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WH-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 10YR 2/1 100 Sandy Loam
8-12+ 10YR 5/1 80 5YR 5/4 20 C PL Fine Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑d Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 21-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WI-UP
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379004 Long.: -78.281833 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: GoA-Goldsboro fine sandy loam,0 to 2 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Narrow berm between wetland and maintained road right of way.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WI-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 15'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 70 d❑ 63.6% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 6 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 20 ❑ 18.2% FAC
3. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 ❑ 18.2% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 6 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. o ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 55 20%of Total Cover: 22 110 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 15'Circular ) FACW species 20 x 2 = 40
1. Acer rubrum 15 d❑ 27.3% FAC FAC species 185 x 3 = 555
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 36.4% FAC FACu species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Quercus nigra 10 ❑ 18.2% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Vaccinium corymbosum 10 ❑ 18.2% g FACW
column Totals: 205 (A) 595 � )
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.902
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 27.5 20%of Total Cover: 11 55 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 0 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 15'Circular )
1.Acer rubrum 15 d❑ 60.0°i0 FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Osmunda cinnamomea 10 0 40.0% FACW than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 12.5 20%of Total Cover: 5 25 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 15 k 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 7.5 20%of Total Cover: 3 15 =Total Cover Present? Yes 10 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.Plot size reduced to fit upland area.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WI-up
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-16+ 10YR 2/1 100 Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 21-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WI-WET
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379104 Long.: -78.281806 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: GoA-Goldsboro fine sandy loam,0 to 2 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland I is a hardwood flat and is located on an interstream divide.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) d❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No CI Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria. Deep tire ruts from past logging within wetland.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WI-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 40 d❑ 40.0% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 8 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 20.0% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Acer rubrum 30 d❑ 30.0% FAC Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. Quercus nigra 10 ❑ 10.0% FAC
5. o ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. o ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 50 20%of Total Cover: 20 100 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 5 x 2 = 10
1. Carpinus caroliniana 5 ❑ 6.3% FAC FAC species 230 x 3 = 690
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 25.0% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Acer rubrum 40 d❑ 50.0% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Quercus nigra 10 ❑ 12.5% FAC column Totals: 235 (A) 700 (B)
5. Vaccinium corymbosum 5 ❑ 6.3% FACW
6. o ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.979
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 40 20%of Total Cover: 16 80 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 1] 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o°r° Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Liquidambar styraciflua 15 d❑ 33.3°i0 FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Acer rubrum 30 d❑ 66.7% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 22.5 20%of Total Cover: 9 45 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 10 d❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Present? Yes ❑ No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation does meet wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WI-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 2/1 100 Loam
6-12+ 10YR 4/2 80 5YR 4/2 20 M PL Clay
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑d Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 22-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: W)-UP
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Swale Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.380022 Long.: -78.274225 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Sample point located outside of swale/channel. Located between channel and driveway.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WJ-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 60 d❑ 70.6% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 23.5% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Prunus serotina 5 ❑ 5.9% FACU Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 87.5% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 42.5 20%of Total Cover: 17 85 =Total Cover OBL species 10 x 1 = 10
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 50.0% FAC FAC species 135 x 3 = 405
2. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 50.0% FAC FACU species 15 x 4 = 60
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 160 (A) 475 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.969
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 20 20%of Total Cover: 8 40 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1,Osmunda regalis 10 d❑ 100.0°i0 OBL Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Toxicodendron radicans 10 d❑ 40.0% FAC
2. Parthenocissus quinquefolia 10 d❑ 40.0% FACU
3. campsis radicans 5 d❑ 20.0% FAC
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 12.5 20%of Total Cover: 5 25 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WJ_UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-1 5YR 4/4 100 Loam organic leaf material
1-6 5YR 4/2 100 sand
6-12+ 10YR 4/4 100 sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Does not meet hydric soil indicator.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 22-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: W)-WET
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Swale Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.380038 Long.: -78.274225 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland appears to be a wide ditch;evidence of high flows but none recent. Located in crenulation.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑d Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.System has had large flows in it. Exposed roots. Sc our. No recent flow.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WJ-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Acer rubrum 60 d❑ 85.7% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Nyssa aquatica 10 ❑ 14.3% OBL
Total Number of Dominant
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 35 20%of Total Cover: 14 70 =Total Cover OBL species 20 x 1 = 20
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 5 x 2 = 10
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 15 d❑ 33.3% FAC FAC species 270 x 3 = 810
2. Acer rubrum 10 d❑ 22.2% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Morella cerifera 20 d❑ 44.4% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 295 (A) 840 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.847
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 22.5 20%of Total Cover: 9 45 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 17 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Nyssa sylvatica 150 d❑ 90.9% FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Osmunda cinnamomea 5 ❑ 3.0% FACW than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Osmunda regalis 5 ❑ 3.0% OBL
4.Woodwardia areolata 5 ❑ 3.0% OBL Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 82.5 20%of Total Cover: 33 165 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Toxicodendron radicans 5 d❑ 33.3% FAC
2. Smilax rotundifolia 10 d❑ 66.7% FAC
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 7.5 20%of Total Cover: 3 15 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WJ-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 2/1 100 Clay
6-16+ 10YR 2/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑d Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.Soil moist at below 6". Not saturated.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 22-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WK-UP
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379308 Long.: -78.277234 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: LnB-Leon sand, 1 to 4 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑O Yes 0 No CI
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Interstream divide. Area was logged. Stormwater pond located to the northwest. Trash and debris to the east. Sample point is slightly higher than
wetland.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No CI
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WK-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Acer rubrum 60 d❑ 70.6% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 8 (A)
2. Pinus taeda 10 ❑ 11.8% FAC
3. Liquidambar styraciflua 15 ❑ 17.6% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 42.5 20%of Total Cover: 17 85 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 5 x 2 = 10
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 15 d❑ 60.0% FAC FAC species 125 x 3 = 375
2. Acer rubrum 5 d❑ 20.0% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Persea borbonia 5 d❑ 20.0% FACW UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 130 (A) 385 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.962
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 12.5 20%of Total Cover: 5 25 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Liquidambar styraciflua 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Acer rubrum 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC
2. Gelsemium sempervirens 5 d❑ 50.0% FAC
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Present? Yes 10 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WK-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 2/1 100 Loam
6-14+ 10YR 4/2 100 Clay
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 22-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WK-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose,R.Lepsic Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379312 Long.: -78.277187 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: LnB-Leon sand, 1 to 4 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland is a small,isolated hardwood flat.Areas significantly lower than surroundiung area. Stormwater pond to the northwest. Trash and debris to
the east. Area may have been old sediment basin/stormwater pond.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑d Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑d Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑d Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Possible old pond depression with buttressing. Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WK-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Nyssa aquatica 10 ❑ 18.2% OBL That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 6 (A)
2. Pinus taeda 10 ❑ 18.2% FAC
3. Liquidambar styraciflua 35 d❑ 63.6% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 6 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 27.5 20%of Total Cover: 11 55 =Total Cover OBL species 15 x 1 = 15
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 25 x 2 = 50
1. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 66.7% FAC FAC species 80 x 3 = 240
2. Persea borbonia 10 d❑ 33.3% FACW FACu species 0 x 4 = 0
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 120 (A) 305 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. o ❑ 0.00%0 Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.542
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Osmunda cinnamomea 10 d❑ 33.3% FACW Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Nyssa sylvatica 10 d❑ 33.3% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Persea borbonia 5 ❑ 16.7% FACW
4.Woodwardia areolata 5 ❑ 16.7% OBL Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 5 d❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ 0.0%
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WK-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 10YR 2/1 100 Clay
8-16+ 10YR 3/1 100 Sandy Clay
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑d Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(S1)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 23-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WL-UP
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379066 Long.: -78.283632 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: WaB-Wando fine sand,0-6%slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No ❑O Yes 0 No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Hardwood flat on an interstream divide. Significant ditch located to the southeast.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WL-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Nyssa sylvatica 20 d❑ 26.7% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 8 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 40 d❑ 53.3% FAC
Total Number of Dominant
3. Pinus taeda 15 d❑ 20.0% FAC Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 37.5 20%of Total Cover: 15 75 =Total Cover on species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 50 x 2 = 100
1. Nyssa sylvatica 20 d❑ 20.0% FAC FAC species 155 x 3 = 465
2. Acer rubrum 30 d❑ 30.0% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Ilex decidua 50 d❑ 50.0% FACW UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 205 (A) 565 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.756
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 50 20%of Total Cover: 20 100 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 15 d❑ 50.0% FAC
2. Vitis rotundifolia 15 d❑ 50.0% FAC
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover Present? Yes ❑ No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WL-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 10YR 2/2 100 Sandy Loam
8-16 10YR 4/3 100 Sandy Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 23-May-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WL-WET
Investigator(s): R.Lepsic,E.Webster Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.378963 Long.: -78.283517 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: WaB-Wando fine sand,0-6%slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetlandis a fairly large hardwood flat with minimal topography located on an interstream divide. Significant dithc located to the southeast.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) d❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No CI Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WL-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 30 d❑ 40.0% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 8 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 30 d❑ 40.0% FAC
3. Quercus nigra 15 ❑ 20.0% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 37.5 20%of Total Cover: 15 75 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 80 x 2 = 160
1. Acer rubrum 20 ❑ 16.7% FAC FAC species 135 x 3 = 405
2. Liquidambarstyraciflua 20 ❑ 16.7% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Persea borbonia 25 d❑ 20.8% FACW UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Lyonia lucida 40 d❑ 33.3% B FACW
column Totals: 215 (A) 565 � )
5. Vaccinium corymbosum 5 ❑ 4.2% FACW
6. Morella cerifera 10 ❑ 8.3% FAC
Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.628
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 60 20%of Total Cover: 24 120 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 1] 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Osmunda cinnamomea 10 d❑ 66.7°%0 FACW Sapling Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Vitis rotundifolia 5 d❑ 33.3% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 7.5 20%of Total Cover: 3 15 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 5 d❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Present? Yes ❑ No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WL-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-1 7.5YR 4/4 100 Duff
1-8 10YR 2/1 100 Loam
8-16+ 10YR 4/2 80 10YR 4/6 15 C PL Loam
5YR 4/4 5 C M Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑d Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 05-Jun-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WM-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.383717 Long.: -78.288836 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Ra-Rains fine sandy loam NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑d ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
vegetation recently cleared for logging.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 20
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WM-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 2 (A)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
Total Number of Dominant
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Species Across All Strata: 2 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% FAC species 9 x 3 = 27
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% FACU species 1 x 4 = 4
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 10 (A) 31 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.100
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1,Liquidambar styraciflua 5 d❑ 62.5°i0 FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Acer rubrum 2 d❑ 25.0% FAC than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Quercus alba 1 ❑ 12.5% FACU
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 4 20%of Total Cover: 1.6 8 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'circular )
1. Vitis rotundifolia 2 ❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ 0.0%
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 1 20%of Total Cover: 0.4 2 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Very early successional vegetation due to clearcut.Vegetation meets hydric criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WM-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-12 10YR 2/1 100 Sandy Loam
12-16 10YR 2/1 100 Loamy Sand
16-24+ 10Y 3/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 05-Jun-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WM-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.383690 Long.: -78.288781 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: Ra-Rains fine sandy loam NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑d ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0
within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Vegetation cleared(logged).Wetland follows a crenulation and is bordered by a small tributary/ditched stream.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 10
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WM-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 3 (A)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
Total Number of Dominant
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Species Across All Strata: 3 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. o ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% FAC species 12 x 3 = 36
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 12 (A) 36 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.000
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Acer rubrum 5 d❑ 100.0% FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1. Vitis rotundifolia 5 d❑ 71.4% FAC
2. campsis radicans 2 d❑ 28.6% FAC
3. o ❑ 0.0%
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 3.5 20%of Total Cover: 1.4 7 =Total Cover Present? Yes 10 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
vegetation disturbed.Vegetation does meet wetland criteria.If vegetation was not cleared,red maples,loblolly pine,and sweetbay would have likely
been present.Cinnamon and royal fern starting to grow back nearby.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WM-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-12 10YR 2/1 100 Sandy Loam
12-24+ 10YR 3/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑d Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 06-Jun-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WN-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Lowland Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379684 Long.: -78.275731 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No 0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WN-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 10 ❑ 16.7% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 6 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 40 d❑ 66.7% FAC
3. Magnolia grandiflora 10 ❑ 16.7% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 6 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5, 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. o ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. o ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 30 20%of Total Cover: 12 60 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 21 x 2 = 42
1. Magnolia grandiflora 1 ❑ 2.8% FAC FAC species 121 x 3 = 363
2. Persea borbonia 15 d❑ 41.7% FACW FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Morella cerifera 20 d❑ 55.6% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 142 (A) 405 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. o ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.852
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 18 20%of Total Cover: 7.2 36 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 17 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1,Morella cerifera 20 d❑ 95.2°i0 FAC Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Osmunda cinnamomea 1 ❑ 4.8% FACW than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0°%0 approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 10.5 20%of Total Cover: 4.2 21 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax laurifolia 5 d❑ 20.0% FACW
2. Vitis rotundifolia 20 d❑ 80.0% FAC
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 12.5 20%of Total Cover: 5 25 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WN-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 10YR 3/2 100 Loamy Sand 60% covered
8-16 10YR 4/2 100 Sand
16+ 10YR 4/2 60 10YR 5/3 40 RM M Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 06-Jun-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WN-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Lowland Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.379862 Long.: -78.275755 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No O Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) d❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
d❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
d❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 4
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WN-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Acer rubrum 80 d❑ 84.2% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 5 (A)
2. Nyssa sylvatica 15 ❑ 15.8% FAC
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 5 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 47.5 20%of Total Cover: 19 95 =Total Cover OBL species 1 x 1 = 1
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 25 x 2 = 50
1. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 64.5% FAC FAC species 116 x 3 = 348
2. Liquidambarstyraciflua 1 ❑ 3.2% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Arundinaria gigantea 10 d❑ 32.3% FACW UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 142 (A) 399 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.810
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15.5 20%of Total Cover: 6.2 31 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1,Arundinaria gigantea 5 d❑ 83.3°i0 FACW Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Woodwardia virginica 1 ❑ 16.7% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ o.o%
50%of Total Cover: 3 20%of Total Cover: 1.2 6 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax laurifolia 10 d❑ 100.0% FACW
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 5 20%of Total Cover: 2 10 =Total Cover Present? Yes 10 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WN-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 3/1 100 Loam 2% covered
6-16 10YR 4/1 100 Loam
16-20+ 10YR 4/1 70 10YR 6/1 30 CS M Loamy Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑d Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 06-Jun-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WO-UP
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.375232 Long.: -78.279143 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 16
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WO-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Pinus taeda 15 d❑ 68.2% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 5 d❑ 22.7% FAC
3. Quercus nigra 2 ❑ 9.1% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 7 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 11 20%of Total Cover: 4.4 22 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 95 x 2 = 190
1. Leucothoe fontanesiana 15 d❑ 21.4% FACW FAC species 52 x 3 = 156
2. Quercus nigra 5 ❑ 7.1% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Ilex glabra 30 d❑ 42.9% FACW UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Liquidambar styraciflua 20 d❑ 28.6% g FAC
column Totals: 147 (A) 346 � )
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.354
7. 0 ❑ o.o% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. o ❑ o.o%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 35 20%of Total Cover: 14 70 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 17 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. o ❑ o.o% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. o ❑ o.o%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Leucothoe fontanesiana 50 d❑ 100.0°%0 FACW Sapling Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. o ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ o.o%
9. o ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. o ❑ o.o% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ o.o% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 25 20%of Total Cover: 10 50 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 5 V 100.0% FAC
2. o ❑ o.o%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. o ❑ o.o% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 2.5 20%of Total Cover: 1 5 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WO-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-14 10YR 3/1 100 Loamy Sand 60% covered
14-18 10YR 3/1 50 10YR 5/1 50 M Sand
18+ 10YR 5/1 100 Sand
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 06-Jun-18
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WO-WET
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,D.Moose Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Interstream divide Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.375167 Long.: -78.279130 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 10 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland is a hardwood flat and recieves hydrology from manmade pond above it. Likely drains into Stream SG which is a tributary of Weyman Creek.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑d Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
d❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
d❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 4
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WO-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Acer rubrum 30 d❑ 50.0% FAC That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 4 (A)
2. Liquidambar styraciflua 30 d❑ 50.0% FAC
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 4 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ o.o% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 30 20%of Total Cover: 12 60 =Total Cover OBL species 7 x 1 = 7
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular ) FACW species 25 x 2 = 50
1. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 66.7% FAC FAC species 80 x 3 = 240
2. Cliftonia monophylla 5 ❑ 16.7% OBL FACu species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Leucothoe fontanesiana 5 ❑ 16.7% FACW um_ species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 112 (A) 297 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.652
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ 1-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 10'Circular )
1.Woodwardia areolata 2 ❑ 100.0% OBL Sapling Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ o.o%
50%of Total Cover: 1 20%of Total Cover: 0.4 2 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 10'circular )
1. Smilax laurifolia 20 d❑ 100.0% FACW
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 10 20%of Total Cover: 4 20 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WO-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Type 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-18+ 10YR 2/1 100 Muck Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑d Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 14-Jun-19
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WP-UP-3B
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,C.Sheats Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Flat Local relief(concave,convex,none): flat Slope: 1.0% / 0.6 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.382719 Long.: -78.281905 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: LnB-Leon sand, 1 to 4 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Upland consists of area between gravel road and wetland.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑ FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
No hydrology present. Does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WP-UP-3B
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 2 (A)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 3 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ o.o% That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 66.7% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover OBL species 0 x 1 = 0
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) FACW species 35 x 2 = 70
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% FAC species 90 x 3 = 270
2. 0 ❑ 0.0% FACU species 25 x 4 = 100
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 10 x 5 = 50
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 160 (A) 490 (B)
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 3.063
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) ❑ 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 20'Circular )
1,Arundinaria gigantea 15 d❑ 50.0°%0 FACW Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Rubus allegheniensis 10 d❑ 33.3% UPL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Eupatorium capillifolium 5 ❑ 16.7% FACU
4. o ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. o ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. o ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 20'Circular )
1. Campsis radicans 80 d❑ 61.5% FAC
2. Smilax laurifolia 20 ❑ 15.4% FACW
3. Parthenocissus quinquefolia 20 ❑ 15.4% FACU
4. Ampelopsis arborea 10 ❑ 7.7% FAC
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 65 20%of Total Cover: 26 130 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
No canopy layer present. Roadside grasses,herbs and vines present.Vegetation does meet hydric criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WP-UP-3B
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-5 10YR 4/4 100 Sandy Loam
5-12+ 10YR 4/3 100 Sandy Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does not meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 14-Jun-19
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WP-WET-3B
Investigator(s): R.Quindlen,C.Sheats Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Flat Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 1.0% / 0.6 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.382719 Long.: -78.281905 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: LnB-Leon sand, 1 to 4 percent slopes NWI classification: PFO
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0
within a Wetland?
Remarks:
WP divided by dirt road and connected by culverts.Wetland extends well beyond northern edge of study area and connects to a larger wetland
complex. Data form taken near flag 3B.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
El High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(63) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(64) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
d❑ Water-Stained Leaves(69) ❑d Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 2
Water Table Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 8
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 0
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
A few small pools present with standing water of 1-2"deep. Hydrology meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WP-WET-3B
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. Alnus serrulata 30 d❑ 31.6% FACW That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 7 (A)
2. Acer rubrum 15 d❑ 15.8% FAC
3. Liquidambar styraciflua 15 V 15.8% FAC Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 8 (B)
4. Quercus nigra 10 ❑ 10.5% FAC
5. Gordonia lasianthus 10 ❑ 10.5% FACW Percent of dominant Species
6. Pinus taeda 10 ❑ 10.5% FAC That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 87.5% (A/B)
7 Morella cerifera 5 ❑ 5.3% FAC Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 47.5 20%of Total Cover: 19 95 =Total Cover OBL species 10 x 1 = 10
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 65 x 2 = 130
1. Morella cerifera 10 d❑ 33.3% FAC FAC species 80 x 3 = 240
2. Pinus taeda 10 d❑ 33.3% FAC FACU species 0 x 4 = 0
3. Gordonia lasianthus 5 ❑ 16.7% FACW UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Liquidambar styraciflua 5 ❑ 16.7% g FAC
column Totals: 155 (A) 380 � )
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.452
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o°ro Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Carex spp. 20 d❑ 66.7% Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Typha domingensis 10 d❑ 33.3% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1. Smilax laurifolia 20 d❑ 100.0% FACW
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 10 20%of Total Cover: 4 20 =Total Cover Present? Yes ❑ No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Moderately dense canopy layer. Sphagnum moss present.Vegetation meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WP-WET-3B
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-6 10YR 2/1 100 Sandy muck
6-12+ 10YR 3/2 100 Sandy muck
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,S) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑d Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Sandy soil with heavy muck presense. Soil meets hydic criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 08-Apr-20
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WQ-01-UP
Investigator(s): B.Lepsic,R.Quindlen Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Cutover Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 0.0% / 0.0 0
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.377560 Long.: -78.278622 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: None
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No O
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No OO Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No O within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Upland situated between roadside and wetland WQ.Also recently cutover/mowed.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
❑ Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑ Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches):
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 No 01
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches):
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
No hydrology present. Does not meet wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WQ-01-UP
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 5 (A)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
Total Number of Dominant
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Species Across All Strata: 6 (B)
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0°i° That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 83.3% (AM
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover OBL species 20 x 1 = 20
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 20 x 2 = 40
1. Acer rubrum 30 d❑ 46.2% FAC FAC species 85 x 3 = 255
2. Morella cerifera 15 d❑ 23.1% FAC FACU species 40 x 4 = 160
3. Ligustrum sinense 10 ❑ 15.4% FAC UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. Liquidambar styraciflua 10 ❑ 15.4% g FAC
column Totals: 165 (A) 475 � )
5. 0 ❑ 0.0%
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index= B/A= 2.879
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 32.5 20%of Total Cover: 13 65 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) 1] 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3, o ❑ o.o% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. o ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. o ❑ o.o% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1,Eupatorium capillifolium 40 d❑ 44.4% FACU Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Dichanthelium clandestinum 20 d❑ 22.2% FACW than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Juncus effusus 20 d❑ 22.2% OBL
4.Carex spp. 10 ❑ 11.1% Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5. o ❑ 0.0% than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. o ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9, 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 45 20%of Total Cover: 18 90 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
1. Smilax rotundifolia 20 d❑ 100.0% FAC
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0%
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 10 20%of Total Cover: 4 20 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
Vegetation adjacent to roadside.Also recently cutover and disturbed.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WQ-01-UP
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-8 7.5YR 3/1 100 Sandy Loam
8-18 10YR 5/2 100 Sandy Loam
18+ 10YR 5/2 90 10YR 6/6 10 C M Sandy Clay Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑ Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:
Soil does meet hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
Project/Site: R-2561CA City/County: Columbus Sampling Date: 08-Apr-20
Applicant/Owner: NCDOT State: NC Sampling Point: WQ-01-WET
Investigator(s): B.Lepsic,R.Quindlen Section,Township,Range: S T R
Landform(hillslope,terrace,etc.): Cutover Local relief(concave,convex,none): concave Slope: 2.0% / 1.1°
Subregion(LRR or MLRA): LRR T Lat.: 34.377560 Long.: -78.278622 Datum: NAD83
Soil Map Unit Name: AuB-Autryville sand,0 to 3 percent slopes NWI classification: PEM
Are climatic/hydrologic conditions on the site typical for this time of year? Yes OO No 0 (If no,explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ significantly disturbed? Are"Normal Circumstances"present? Yes O No 0
Are Vegetation ❑ ,Soil ❑ ,or Hydrology ❑ naturally problematic? (If needed,explain any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS-Attach site map showing sampling point locations,transects,important features,etc.
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes O No 0
Is the Sampled Area
Hydric Soil Present? Yes OO No 0 Yes 0 No 0
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes O No 0 within a Wetland?
Remarks:
Wetland located in cutover adjacent to large road intersection.Area is a depression bordered by a ditch on the northern edge of the wetland.The ditch
runs east under the road and connects to wetland WC. Mostly shrub vegetation present within wetland due to recent clear cutting.
HYDROLOGY
Wetland Hydrology Indicators: Secondary Indicators(minimum of 2 required)
Primary Indicators(minimum of one required;check all that apply) ❑ Surface Soil Cracks(B6)
El Surface Water(Al) ❑ Aquatic Fauna(B13) ❑ Sparsely Vegetated Concave Surface(B8)
❑ High Water Table(A2) ❑ Marl Deposits(B15)(LRR U) ❑d Drainage Patterns(B10)
❑ Saturation(A3) ❑ Hydrogen Sulfide Odor(Cl) ❑ Moss Trim Lines(B16)
❑ Water Marks(Bl) ❑ Oxidized Rhizospheres along Living Roots(C3) ❑ Dry Season Water Table(C2)
❑ Sediment Deposits(B2) ❑ Presence of Reduced Iron(C4) ❑ Crayfish Burrows(C8)
❑ Drift Deposits(B3) ❑ Recent Iron Reduction in Tilled Soils(C6) ❑ Saturation Visible on Aerial Imagery(C9)
❑ Algal Mat or Crust(B4) ❑ Thin Muck Surface(C7) ❑ Geomorphic Position(D2)
❑ Iron Deposits(B5) ❑ Other(Explain in Remarks) ❑ Shallow Aquitard(D3)
❑ Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery(B7) ❑d FAC-Neutral Test(D5)
❑ Water-Stained Leaves(B9) ❑ Sphagnum moss(D8)(LRR T,U)
Field Observations:
Surface Water Present? Yes O No 0 Depth(inches): 3
Water Table Present? Yes 0 No O Depth(inches): 18
Saturation Present? Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes 0 NO 0
(includes capillary fringe) Yes O No '0 Depth(inches): 14
Describe Recorded Data(stream gauge,monitoring well,aerial photos,previous inspections), if available:
Remarks:
Surface water deepest in tire ruts at approximately 3". Saturation present at 14"and water in hole at 18". Meets wetland criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

VEGETATION (Five/Four Strata)- Use scientific names of plants.
Dominant Sampling Point: WQ-01-WET
Species?
Absolute Rel.Strat. Indicator Dominance Test worksheet:
Tree Stratum (Plot size: ) %Cover Cover Status
Number of Dominant Species
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% That are OBL,FACW,or FAC: 4 (A)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total Number of Dominant
Species Across All Strata: 4 (B)
4. 0 ❑ o.o%
5. o ❑ 0.0% Percent of dominant Species
6. 0 ❑ 0.0%
That Are OBL, FACW,or FAC: 100.0% (A/B)
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Prevalence Index worksheet:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0% Total%Cover of: Multiply by:
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover OBL species 82 x 1 = 82
Sapling or Sapling/Shrub Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular ) FACW species 0 x 2 = 0
1. Acer rubrum 20 d❑ 66.7% FAC FAC species 35 x 3 = 105
2. Liquidambarstyraciflua 10 d❑ 33.3% FAC FACU species 5 x 4 = 20
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% UPL species 0 x 5 = 0
4. 0 ❑ 0.0% column Totals: 122 (A) 207 (B)
5. 0 ❑ o.o%
6. 0 ❑ o.o% Prevalence Index= B/A= 1.697
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic Vegetation Indicators:
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
❑ I.-Rapid Test for Hydrophytic Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 15 20%of Total Cover: 6 30 =Total Cover 0 2-Dominance Test is>50%
Shrub Stratum (Plot size: ) V 3-Prevalence Index is<_3.0 1
1. 0 ❑ 0.0% ❑ Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation 1 (Explain)
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. 0 ❑ 0.0% 1 Indicators of hydric soil and wetland hydrology must
be present,unless disturbed or problematic.
4. 0 ❑ 0.0%
5. o ❑ o.o% Definition of Vegetation Strata:
6. 0 ❑ 0.0% Tree-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and 3 in.
(7.6 cm)or larger in diameter at breast height(DBH).
Herb Stratum (Plot size: 30'Circular )
1.Juncus effusus 55 d❑ 55.0°i0 OBL Sapling-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
approximately 20 ft(6 m)or more in height and less
2.Eleocharis palustris 25 d❑ 25.0% OBL than 3 in.(7.6 cm)DBH.
3.Carex spp. 8 ❑ 8.0%
4.Eupatorium capillifolium 5 ❑ 5.0% FACU Sapling/Shrub-Woody plants,excluding vines,less
5.Rubus argutus 5 ❑ 5.0°i0 FAC than 3 in. DBH and greater than 3.28 ft(1 m)tall.
6.Osmunda regalis 2 ❑ 2.0% OBL Shrub-Woody plants,excluding woody vines,
7. 0 ❑ 0.0% approximately 3 to 20 ft(1 to 6 m)in height.
8. 0 ❑ 0.0%
9. 0 ❑ 0.0% Herb-All herbaceous(non-woody)plants,including
herbaceous vines,regardless of size,and woody
10. 0 ❑ 0.0% plants,except woody vines,less than approximately
11. 0 ❑ 0.0% 3 ft(1 m)in height.
12. o ❑ 0.0%
50%of Total Cover: 50 20%of Total Cover: 20 100 =Total Cover Woody vine-All woody vines,regardless of height.
Woody Vine Stratum (Plot size: )
1. 0 ❑ 0.0%
2. 0 ❑ 0.0%
3. o ❑ o.o%
4. o ❑ o.o%
5. 0 ❑ 0.0% Hydrophytic
Vegetation
50%of Total Cover: 0 20%of Total Cover: 0 0 =Total Cover Present? Yes 0 No 0
Remarks:(If observed,list morphological adaptations below).
No canopy or woody vine layer present.Vegetation recently cut. Meets wetland criteria.
*Indicator suffix= National status or professional decision assigned because Regional status not defined by FWS.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region- Version 2.0

SOIL Sampling Point: WQ-01-WET
Profile Description:(Describe to the depth needed to document the indicator or confirm the absence of indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
(inches) Color(moist) % Color(moist) % Tyne 1 Loc2 Texture Remarks
0-9 10YR 2/1 90 10YR 3/3 10 C M Clay Loam
9-18 10YR 3/2 100 Sandy Loam
18+ 10YR 3/2 100 Sandy Loam
1 Type:C=Concentration.D=Depletion.RM=Reduced Matrix,CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grains 2Location: PL=Pore Lining.M=Matrix
Hydric Soil Indicators: Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soils3:
❑ Histosol(Al) ❑ Polyvalue Below Surface(S8)(LRR S,T,U) ❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR 0)
❑ Histic Epipedon(A2) ❑Thin Dark Surface(S9)(LRR 5,T,U) ❑ 2 cm Muck(A10)(LRR S)
❑ Black Histic(A3) ❑ Loamy Mucky Mineral(Fl)(LRR 0) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(outside MLRA 150A,B)
❑ Hydrogen Sulfide(A4) ❑ Loamy Gleyed Matrix(F2) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(LRR P,S,T)
❑ Stratified Layers(A5) ❑ Depleted Matrix(F3) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 153B)
❑ Organic Bodies(A6)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Redox Dark Surface(F6) ❑ Red Parent Material(TF2)
❑ 5 cm Mucky Mineral(A7)(LRR P,T,U) ❑ Depleted Dark Surface(F7) ❑Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
❑ Muck Presence(A8)(LRR U) ❑ Redox Depressions(F8)
❑ Other(Explain in Remarks)
❑ 1 cm Muck(A9)(LRR P,T) ❑ Marl(F10)(LRR U)
❑ Depleted Below Dark Surface(All) ❑ Depleted Ochric(F11)(MLRA 151)
❑ Thick Dark Surface(Al2) ❑ Iron-Manganese Masses(F12)(LRR 0,P,T)
❑ Coast Prairie Redox(A16)(MLRA 150A) ❑ Umbric Surface(F13)(LRR P,T,U)
❑ Sandy Muck Mineral(Sl)(LRR 0,5) ❑ Delta Ochric(F17)(MLRA 151)
❑ Sandy Gleyed Matrix(S4) ❑ Reduced Vertic(F18)(MLRA 150A,150B) 3Indicators of hydrophytic vegetation and
wetland hydrology must be present,
❑ Sandy Redox(S5) ❑ Piedmont Floodplain Soils(F19)(MLRA 149A) unless disturbed or problematic.
❑ Stripped Matrix(S6) ❑Anomalous Bright Loamy Soils(F20)(MLRA 149A,153C,153D)
❑d Dark Surface(S7)(LRR P,S,T,U)
Restrictive Layer(if observed):
Type:
Depth(inches): Hydric Soil Present? Yes C, No 0
Remarks:
Soil meets hydric criteria.
US Army Corps of Engineers Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region-Version 2.0

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WA Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
f;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.382058,-78.288459
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E Yes [No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Blackwater
• Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) [Lunar [Wind [Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? r;Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [Yes [No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? ;Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
B [B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA EA Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA EA Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC EC Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. F A Sandy soil
[;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. EA No peat or muck presence
F B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
FA FA Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
F A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
F B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
F H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA EA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
E G E G E G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
CA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
E B Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA _>25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
B C B Moderate density herb layer
C EC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WA Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization Quindlen; SEPI Engineer
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) YES
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition MEDIUM
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition MEDIUM
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon LOW
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WB Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Headw ater Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
f;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.382862,-78.287268
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E Yes [No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Blackwater
• Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) [Lunar [Wind [Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? r;Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [Yes [No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? ;Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
B [B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA EA Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA EA Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC EC Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. E;A Sandy soil
E;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
E;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
E;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
E;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F;A Soil ribbon<1 inch
E;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. Ems;A No peat or muck presence
E;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
FA FA Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC C EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
F A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
17 B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
✓ F E F E F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
✓G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
[•';Yes E;No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E;A 50 feet
r:B From 30 to<50 feet
E;C From 15 to<30 feet
E;D From 5 to<15 feet
Er;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
[7:<_15-feet wide E;>15-feet wide r:Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
F Yes E;No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
Er;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
• Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA EA z100feet
E;B E;B From 80 to<100 feet
E.;C E.;C From 50to<80feet
E;D E;D From 40 to<50 feet
E;E E;E From 30 to<40 feet
E;F E;F From 15to<30feet
E;G E;G From 5 to<15 feet
E;H E;H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
MA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
EH EH EH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
CA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
E B Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
A _>25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WB Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Headwater Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Physical Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition MEDIUM
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon MEDIUM
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WC-WET-1 Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Bottomland Hardwood Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.373095,-78.275111
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Er; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
E B E B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
[;D [;D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
E B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
[;C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA A Sandy soil
E;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
E;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
E;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
E;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F;A Soil ribbon<1 inch
E;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. EA A No peat or muck presence
F;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
FA FA Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC C EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
✓B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
F C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
✓❑ r❑ E D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
✓G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H I✓ H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
[•';Yes E;No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
F A >_50 feet
E;B From 30 to<50 feet
E;C From 15 to<30 feet
E;D From 5 to<15 feet
E;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
• 15-feet wide F.;>15-feet wide E;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E•';Yes E;No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
Er;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
• Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
FA FA z 100 feet
E;B E;B From 80 to<100 feet
EC C EC C From 50 to<80 feet
E;D E;D From 40 to<50 feet
E;E E;E From 30 to<40 feet
E;F E;F From 15to<30feet
E;G E;G From 5 to<15 feet
E;H E;H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
EE EE EE From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA _>25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WC-WET-1 Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Bottomland Hardwood Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Soluble Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WC-WET-2 Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Bottoniand Hardw ood Forest J Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level III Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear J USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
r Yes Cr No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.372725,-78.272061
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? r Yes C. No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
✓ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
E Publicly owned property
E N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
r Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
✓ Designated NCNHP reference community
[� Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Blackwater
C' Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) r Lunar r Wind r Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? r Yes CZ No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? r Yes a' No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? r Yes CZ No
1. Ground Surface ConditionNegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
re. A a'A Not severely altered
C' B r B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
ft'A CZ A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
re re Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
r C r C Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. r A r A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
re. B f B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
r C r C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
r D r D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. r A Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
re. B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
C'C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. r A Sandy soil
R B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
r C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
r D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
r E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. R A Soil ribbon<1 inch
r B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. r A No peat or muck presence
R B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
CT A (7 A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
f B C' B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
f C C' C Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
E A P7 A A >_10%impervious surfaces
✓ B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r ❑ r D r D >_20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E >_20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
✓ F r F r F >_20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G >_20%coverage of clear-cut land
✓ H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
CT Yes r No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
• A z 50 feet
f B From 30 to<50 feet
f C From 15 to<30 feet
C' D From 5 to<15 feet
✓ E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
C: 5 15-feet wide r >15-feet wide r Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
f Yes fT No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
C: Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
✓ Exposed—adjacent open water with width z 2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
I t'A C=A >_100 feet
r B r B From 80 to<100 feet
cc r C From 50 to<80 feet
cc cc From 40 to<50 feet
r E r E From 30 to<40 feet
r F r F From 15 to<30 feet
r G r G From 5 to<15 feet
CH CH <5 feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
r A Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
C=C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
CZ A Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
f B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
f C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
rA CA rA 500 acres
r B r B r B From 100 to<500 acres
r C r C r C From 50 to<100 acres
r D r D r D From 25 to<50 acres
rE rE rE From 10 to<25 acres
f+' F C+ F C= F From 5 to<10 acres
rG rG rG From 1 to<5 acres
rH rH rH From 0.5 to<1 acre
✓ I rI rI From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
C`J C'J C`J From 0.01 to<0.1 acre
r K r K r K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only)
r A Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
C' B Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
r A C A z 500 acres
r B r B From 100 to<500 acres
r C r C From 50 to<100 acres
C= D C D From 10 to<50 acres
rE rE <10acres
r F r F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
0'Yes r No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
r A No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
Ct' B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
C'C An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
C=A Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
r B Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
r C Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only)
Ct'A Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
C' B Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
C'C Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
t: Yes C` No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
C A >_25%coverage of vegetation
C B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
o (r.-A C. A Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
m C B r B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
U C C r C Canopy sparse or absent
`oT (t A r A Dense mid-story/sapling layer
co C B tw B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
2 C` C r C Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
_o r A r A Dense shrub layer
6' B CZ B Moderate density shrub layer
(0 C C r C Shrub layer sparse or absent
r A r A Dense herb layer
2 r B (;" B Moderate density herb layer
C` C r C Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
C A Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
(: B Not A
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
C A Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
C B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
(: C Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
C A Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
C B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion, man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
((t'A Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
C B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C" C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
r D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

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Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WC-WET-2 Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Bottomland Hardwood Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) YES
Wetland is intensively managed(Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Soluble Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition LOW
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon LOW
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WD-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Riverine Sw amp Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.375182,-78.272609
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Er; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
E B E B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
[;D [;D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
E B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
[;C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA A Sandy soil
E;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
E;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
E;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
E;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F;A Soil ribbon<1 inch
E;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. EA A No peat or muck presence
F;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
FA FA Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC C EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
✓B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
F C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
✓❑ r❑ E D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
✓G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H I✓ H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
[•';Yes E;No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
F A >_50 feet
E;B From 30 to<50 feet
E;C From 15 to<30 feet
E;D From 5 to<15 feet
E;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
• 15-feet wide F.;>15-feet wide E;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E•';Yes E;No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
Er;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
• Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
FA FA z 100 feet
E;B E;B From 80 to<100 feet
EC C EC C From 50 to<80 feet
E;D E;D From 40 to<50 feet
E;E E;E From 30 to<40 feet
E;F E;F From 15to<30feet
E;G E;G From 5 to<15 feet
E;H E;H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
EE EE EE From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oEA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
B NotA
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WD-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Riverine Swamp Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Soluble Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition MEDIUM
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WE-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Bottomland Hardwood Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
f;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.376233,-78.272735
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? [ Yes [No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Blackwater
• Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) [Lunar [Wind [Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? r;Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [Yes [No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? ;Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
B [B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA EA Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA EA Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[ B [ B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC EC Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
[ D [ D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
• B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
• C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. EA No peat or muck presence
F B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
F A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
17 B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
F G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
F H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
E;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide F Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E;Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
E.;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA EA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
C C From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
E F E F E F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
CA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
E B Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
oCA CA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
E B E B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
EC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B EC D
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WE-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Bottomland Hardwood Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Soluble Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition LOW
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition MEDIUM
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon LOW
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WF-WET/WG-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Riverine Sw amp Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.371961,-78.28016
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
Er; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
E B E B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
[;D [;D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
E B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
[;C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. FA Sandy soil
E;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
E;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
E;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
E;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F;A Soil ribbon<1 inch
E;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. EA A No peat or muck presence
F;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
FA FA Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC C EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
✓B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
F C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
✓❑ r❑ E D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
✓G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H I✓ H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
[•';Yes E;No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
F A >_50 feet
E;B From 30 to<50 feet
E;C From 15 to<30 feet
E;D From 5 to<15 feet
E;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
E•;<_15-feet wide E;>15-feet wide E;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E•';Yes E;No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
Er;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
• Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
FA FA z 100 feet
E;B E;B From 80 to<100 feet
EC C EC C From 50 to<80 feet
E;D E;D From 40 to<50 feet
E;E E;E From 30 to<40 feet
E;F E;F From 15to<30feet
E;G E;G From 5 to<15 feet
E;H E;H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
EE EE EE From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
E Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA _>25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WF-WET/WG-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Riverine Swamp Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Soluble Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition MEDIUM
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WH-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.371961,-78.28016
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
E; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E;No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
[;B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. EA Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
17 B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA EA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
MA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
EJ EJ EJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
CA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WH-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WI-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.37964,-78.281622
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
E; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
[;B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
F A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
17 B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
F G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
F H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
FA EA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [ D From40to<50feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
E G E G E G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
>25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
EA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
EA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
B NotA
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WI-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WJ-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Headw ater Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.3380078,-78.274269
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
E; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
[;B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
I B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
FA EA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [ D From40to<50feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G E G E G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
EJ CJ CJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA _>25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
oEA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
E B E B Moderate density shrub layer
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
E B E B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
EA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
B NotA
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WJ-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Headwater Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WK-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Quindlen;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
f;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.379457,-78.277005
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E Yes [No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
• Blackwater
• Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) [Lunar [Wind [Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? r;Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [Yes [No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? ;Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
B [B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA EA Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA EA Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[ B [ B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC EC Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
[ D [ D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
I B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA EA z 100 feet
[;B From 80 to<100 feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
EH EH EH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
E D C D From 10 to<50 acres
C E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? CB C B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
C EC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
B C B Moderate density shrub layer
L
C EC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
B C B Moderate density herb layer
C EC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
777
22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
CA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WK-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization Quindlen; SEPI Engineer
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition MEDIUM
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon MEDIUM
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WL-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.378335,-78.283021
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
E; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E;No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
[-;C [-;C Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
[;C [;C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
[;B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
I B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
FA FA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
E F E F E F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B C B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oEA EA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
B C B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
EA EA Dense shrub layer
B C B Moderate density shrub layer
L
CC CC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
B C B Moderate density herb layer
C EC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
EA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
EA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
B NotA
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
CA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WL-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WM-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.383617,-78.28844
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
E; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E;No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA A EA A Not severely altered
E B E B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
[-;A EA Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC C EC C Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC C EC C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
[;B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. F A Sandy soil
[;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
F A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
17 B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
F G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
F H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
[7;<_15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
F Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
E.;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA FA z 100 feet
r;B From 80 to<100 feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
MA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
CI CI I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
E K E K E K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
E B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
CC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
CA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
oCA CA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) EC EC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? CB C B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
C EC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
B C B Moderate density shrub layer
L
C EC Shrub layer sparse or absent
EA EA Dense herb layer
B C B Moderate density herb layer
CC CC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
EC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
CA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WM-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) YES
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (YIN) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition LOW
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition LOW
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition LOW
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition LOW
Water Quality Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon LOW
Overall Wetland Rating LOW

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WN-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
E;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.379848,-78.275689
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E;Yes Ems;No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
E; Blackwater
E; Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) E;Lunar E;Wind E;Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? [';Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [;Yes E No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? [';Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
[;B [;B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA [+,A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA A EA A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC EC Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
[;D [;D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
[;B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
F B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
[;C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. F;A No peat or muck presence
[;B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
F A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
17 B r B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
F G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
F H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA EA z 100 feet
[;B From 80 to<100 feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
EA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
I I I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? E B E B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
CC CC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
B C B Moderate density shrub layer
L
C EC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
B C B Moderate density herb layer
C EC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
EC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WN-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition LOW
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon LOW
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WO-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Headw ater Forest Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level Ill Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Rain Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
f;Yes E*,No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.375232,-78.279086
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? E Yes [No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
✓ Anadromous fish
▪ Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
✓ NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
✓ Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
✓ Publicly owned property
✓ N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
▪ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
▪ Designated NCNHP reference community
✓ Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
• Blackwater
• Brownwater
✓ Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) [Lunar [Wind [Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? r;Yes [;No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? [Yes [No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? ;Yes [;No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
EA EA Not severely altered
B [B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
EA EA Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
[-;B [-;B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
EC EC Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. EA EA Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
[;B [;B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
EC EC Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
E D E D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. EA Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
EC Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. EA Sandy soil
[;B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
F C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
[;D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
[;E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. F A Soil ribbon<1 inch
[;B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. EA No peat or muck presence
F B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
F A F A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
B [B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
EC EC Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
r A r A r A z 10%impervious surfaces
F. B r B r B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
✓❑ r❑ E D z 20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E z 20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
r F r F r F z 20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
✓G r G r G z 20%coverage of clear-cut land
✓ H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
;Yes [ No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
E A >_50 feet
[;B From 30 to<50 feet
[;C From 15 to<30 feet
[;D From 5 to<15 feet
[;E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
• 15-feet wide [;>15-feet wide [;Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
E Yes E No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
[;Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
• Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
EA FA z 100 feet
r;B [";B From 80to<100feet
EC EC From 50 to<80 feet
r;D [";D From 40 to<50 feet
r;E [";E From 30 to<40 feet
r;F From 15 to<30 feet
r;G [";G From 5 to<15 feet
r;H [";H <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
MA Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
r;B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
[-;C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
MA Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
[;B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
[;C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
CA CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
C F C F C F From 5 to<10 acres
C G C G C G From 1 to<5 acres
CH CH CH From 0.5to<1 acre
I I I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
aJ aJ From0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only]
CA Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
CB Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment.This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
CA CA >_500 acres
CB CB From 100 to<500 acres
C C C C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D From 10 to<50 acres
E E C E <10 acres
C F C F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
C Yes C No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
CA No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
CB No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
EC An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
EA Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
CB Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
CC Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only]
EA Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
CB Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
CC Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure-assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
E Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
CA ->25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
EA EA Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
B B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
C) CC CC Canopy sparse or absent
oCA CA Dense mid-story/sapling layer
v? CB C B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
C EC Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense shrub layer
B C B Moderate density shrub layer
L
C EC Shrub layer sparse or absent
CA CA Dense herb layer
B C B Moderate density herb layer
C EC Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags-wetland type condition metric
EA Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
EB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution-wetland type condition metric
CA Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
E B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
CC Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris-wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
CA Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
E B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion-wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
CA B CC ED
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity-assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only;
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion,man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
EA Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
CC Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WO-WET Date 06/18/2018
Wetland Type Headwater Forest Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerir
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Particulate Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Physical Change Condition LOW
Condition/Opportunity LOW
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Pollution Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) YES
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WP Date 06/21/2019
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat A Assessor Name/Organization R.Quindlen;SEPI Engineering
Level III Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain Nearest Named Water Body Beaverdam Creek
River Basin Cape Fear USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
C'Yes C: No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.382719,-78.281905
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include, but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams, beaver dams,dikes,berms, ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants, presence of nearby
septic tanks, underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? C Yes a No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
r Anadromous fish
E Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
(- NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
(- Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
Publicly owned property
r N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
[ Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
E Designated NCNHP reference community
f- Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
f+' Blackwater
f Brownwater
Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) C Lunar r Wind C Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? C Yes C: No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? C Yes C: No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? C Yes C: No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
C.A C:A Not severely altered
r B C B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance, herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USAGE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_ 1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime, if applicable.
Surf Sub
C.A C:A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
r B C B Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
C'C C C Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. C.A C A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water> 1 foot deep
r B C B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
C'C C C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
rep C: D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. r A Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
r B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
r.C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. C A Sandy soil
C B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
C D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
C E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. f' A Soil ribbon<1 inch
C B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. C A No peat or muck presence
B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
r.A C. A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
f B f B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
cc cc Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
✓A r A r A >_10%impervious surfaces
r B F B F B <10%impervious surfaces
r C r C r C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D >_20%coverage of pasture
r E r E r E >_20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
f� F F F F >_20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
r G r G r G >_20%coverage of clear-cut land
r H r H r H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
f Yes f+'No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
f A >_50 feet
f B From 30 to<50 feet
f` C From 15 to<30 feet
f D From 5 to<15 feet
f E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
c <_15-feet wide C >15-feet wide C Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
f Yes c No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
f Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
(Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
CA f A >_100 feet
r. B its- B From 80 to<100 feet
cc cc From 50 to<80 feet
CD CD From 40 to<50 feet
f E f E From 30 to<40 feet
f F f F From 15 to<30 feet
C G C G From 5 to<15 feet
C H f H <5 feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
f A Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
f B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
r.C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
r.A Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
f B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
f C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
C A CA fA >_500 acres
r. B its- B r. B From 100 to<500 acres
f C f C f C From 50 to< 100 acres
C' D f D C' D From 25 to<50 acres
f E f E f E From 10 to<25 acres
f F f F f F From 5 to<10 acres
f G f G f G From 1 to<5 acres
f H f H f H From 0.5 to<1 acre
f I f I f I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
C'J f J f'J From 0.01 to<0.1 acre
f K f K f K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only)
f A Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
f B Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
C A f A >_500 acres
r. B f B From 100 to<500 acres
f C f C From 50 to<100 acres
C' D f D From 10 to<50 acres
f E f E <10acres
f F f F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
f Yes f No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
f A No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
r. B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
f C An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
r.A Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
f B Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
f C Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only)
r.A Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
f B Vegetation diversity is low or has> 10%to 50%cover of exotics.
f C Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
t: Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
t""A >_25%coverage of vegetation
t"` B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
oC A :A Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
m C B C B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
U I' C C C Canopy sparse or absent
oC A C A Dense mid-story/sapling layer
u? 61 B C B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
C C C C Mid-story/sapling layer sparse or absent
4 A C A Dense shrub layer
C' B (I B Moderate density shrub layer
0 C C C C Shrub layer sparse or absent
C A C A Dense herb layer
• i B C` B Moderate density herb layer
• C C fo- C Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
C A Large snags(more than one)are visible(> 12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
CB NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
+6 A Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
C B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are> 12-inch DBH.
C C Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
C A Large logs(more than one)are visible(> 12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
r1 B NotA
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
t A CCB C" C t: D
r•�" •'-ram" t'"'' „';'-+,,, +",Y , '°' p,/-.`-.. .:1 -1-
22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization, diversion, man-made berms, beaver dams, and stream incision.
C A Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
C B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
r D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WP Date 06/21/2019
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization Quindlen; SEPI Engineer
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) YES
Wetland is intensively managed(Y/N) NO
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition HIGH
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition HIGH
Landscape Patch Structure Condition MEDIUM
Vegetation Composition Condition HIGH
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition HIGH
Water Quality Condition HIGH
Condition/Opportunity HIGH
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon HIGH
Overall Wetland Rating HIGH

NC WAM WETLAND ASSESSMENT FORM
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WQ-WET Date 04/08/2020
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat ▪ Assessor Name/Organization R.Lepsic;SEPI Engineering
Level III Ecoregion Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain ▪ Nearest Named Water Body Weymans Creek
River Basin Cape Fear ▪ USGS 8-Digit Catalogue Unit 03030005
r Yes f:No Precipitation within 48 hrs? Latitude/Longitude(deci-degrees) 34.37964,-78.281622
Evidence of stressors affecting the assessment area(may not be within the assessment area)
Please circle and/or make note on last page if evidence of stressors is apparent. Consider departure from reference,if
appropriate,in recent past(for instance,approximately within 10 years). Noteworthy stressors include,but are not limited
to the following.
• Hydrological modifications(examples: ditches,dams,beaver dams,dikes,berms,ponds,etc.)
• Surface and sub-surface discharges into the wetland(examples:discharges containing obvious pollutants,presence of nearby
septic tanks,underground storage tanks(USTs),hog lagoons,etc.)
• Signs of vegetation stress(examples: vegetation mortality,insect damage,disease,storm damage,salt intrusion,etc.)
• Habitat/plant community alteration(examples: mowing,clear-cutting,exotics,etc.)
Is the assessment area intensively managed? a Yes 1— No
Regulatory Considerations(select all that apply to the assessment area)
r Anadromous fish
f Federally protected species or State endangered or threatened species
r NCDWQ riparian buffer rule in effect
r Abuts a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)
r Publicly owned property
r N.C.Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern(AEC)(including buffer)
r Abuts a stream with a NCDWQ classification of SA or supplemental classifications of HQW,ORW,or Trout
r Designated NCNHP reference community
Abuts a 303(d)-listed stream or a tributary to a 303(d)-listed stream
What type of natural stream is associated with the wetland,if any?(check all that apply)
f Blackwater
f Brownwater
r Tidal(if tidal,check one of the following boxes) C Lunar C`Wind 1— Both
Is the assessment area on a coastal island? f Yes ra No
Is the assessment area's surface water storage capacity or duration substantially altered by beaver? C Yes f: No
Does the assessment area experience overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions? C Yes f: No
1. Ground Surface Condition/Vegetation Condition—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider alteration to the ground surface(GS)in the assessment area and vegetation structure
(VS)in the assessment area. Compare to reference wetland if applicable(see User Manual). If a reference is not applicable,
then rate the assessment area based on evidence of an effect.
GS VS
f A f A Not severely altered
f: B f: B Severely altered over a majority of the assessment area(ground surface alteration examples: vehicle tracks,excessive
sedimentation,fire-plow lanes,skidder tracks,bedding,fill,soil compaction,obvious pollutants)(vegetation structure
alteration examples: mechanical disturbance,herbicides,salt intrusion[where appropriate],exotic species,grazing,
less diversity[if appropriate],hydrologic alteration)
2. Surface and Sub-Surface Storage Capacity and Duration—assessment area condition metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface storage capacity and duration(Surf)and sub-surface storage capacity and
duration (Sub). Consider both increase and decrease in hydrology. Refer to the current NRCS lateral effect of ditching guidance for
North Carolina hydric soils(see USACE Wilmington District website)for the zone of influence of ditches in hydric soils. A ditch
<_1 foot deep is considered to affect surface water only,while a ditch >1 foot deep is expected to affect both surface and ditch
sub-surface water.Consider tidal flooding regime,if applicable.
Surf Sub
C A C A Water storage capacity and duration are not altered.
Water storage capacity or duration are altered,but not substantially(typically,not sufficient to change vegetation).
C C C C Water storage capacity or duration are substantially altered(typically,alteration sufficient to result in vegetation
change)(examples:draining,flooding,soil compaction,filling,excessive sedimentation,underground utility lines).
3. Water Storage/Surface Relief—assessment area/wetland type condition metric(answer for non-marsh wetlands only)
Check a box in each column for each group below. Select the appropriate storage for the assessment area(AA)and the wetland
type(WT).
AA WT
3a. f A f A Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water>1 foot deep
C B C B Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 6 inches to 1 foot deep
f C f C Majority of wetland with depressions able to pond water 3 to 6 inches deep
f: D f: D Depressions able to pond water<3 inches deep
3b. f A Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is greater than 2 feet
C B Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is between 1 and 2 feet
f:C Evidence that maximum depth of inundation is less than 1 foot

4. Soil Texture/Structure—assessment area condition metric
Check a box from each of the three soil property groups below. Dig soil profile in the dominant assessment area landscape
feature. Make soil observations within the 12 inches. Use most recent National Technical Committee for Hydric Soils guidance for
regional indicators.
4a. r A Sandy soil
f' B Loamy or clayey soils exhibiting redoximorphic features(concentrations,depletions,or rhizospheres)
r C Loamy or clayey soils not exhibiting redoximorphic features
r D Loamy or clayey gleyed soil
r E Histosol or histic epipedon
4b. f'A Soil ribbon<1 inch
r B Soil ribbon>_1 inch
4c. r A No peat or muck presence
B A peat or muck presence
5. Discharge into Wetland—opportunity metric
Check a box in each column. Consider surface pollutants or discharges(Surf)and sub-surface pollutants or discharges(Sub).
Examples of sub-surface discharges include presence of nearby septic tank,underground storage tank(UST),etc.
Surf Sub
f:A f:A Little or no evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the assessment area
f B f B Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges entering the wetland and stressing,but not overwhelming the
treatment capacity of the assessment area
f C f C Noticeable evidence of pollutants or discharges(pathogen,particulate,or soluble)entering the assessment area and
potentially overwhelming the treatment capacity of the wetland(water discoloration,dead vegetation,excessive
sedimentation,odor)
6. Land Use—opportunity metric
Check all that apply(at least one box in each column). Evaluation involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. Consider sources
draining to assessment area within entire upstream watershed(WS),within 5 miles and within the watershed draining to the
assessment area(5M),and within 2 miles and within the watershed draining to the assessment area(2M). Effective riparian buffers
are considered to be 50 feet wide in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont ecoregions and 30 feet wide in the Blue Ridge Mountains ecoregion.
WS 5M 2M
E A F A E A >_10%impervious surfaces
f� B fJ B F B <10%impervious surfaces
C fl C fl C Confined animal operations(or other local,concentrated source of pollutants)
r D r D r D >_20%coverage of pasture
E E E E E >_20%coverage of agricultural land(regularly plowed land)
F E F E F >_20%coverage of maintained grass/herb
fl G r G r G >_20%coverage of clear-cut land
H F H F H Little or no opportunity to improve water quality. Lack of opportunity may result from hydrologic alterations
that prevent drainage or overbank flow from affecting the assessment area.
7. Wetland Acting as Vegetated Buffer—assessment area/wetland complex condition metric
7a. Is assessment area within 50 feet of a tributary or other open water?
f Yes G No If Yes,continue to 7b. If No,skip to Metric 8.
Wetland buffer need only be present on one side of the water body. Make buffer judgment based on the average width of the wetland.
Record a note if a portion of the buffer has been removed or disturbed.
7b. How much of the first 50 feet from the bank is weltand? Descriptor E should be selected if ditches effectively bypass the buffer.
f A >_50 feet
f B From 30 to<50 feet
cc From 15 to<30 feet
f D From 5 to<15 feet
f E <5 feet or buffer bypassed by ditches
7c. Tributary width. If the tributary is anastomosed,combine widths of channels/braids for a total width.
f<15-feet wide f>15-feet wide f Other open water(no tributary present)
7d. Do roots of assessment area vegetation extend into the bank of the tributary/open water?
f Yes f No
7e. Is tributary or other open water sheltered or exposed?
f Sheltered—adjacent open water with width<2500 feet and no regular boat traffic.
1— Exposed—adjacent open water with width>_2500 feet or regular boat traffic.
8. Wetland Width at the Assessment Area—wetland type/wetland complex metric(evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Check a box in each column. Select the average width for the wetland type at the assessment area(WT)
and the wetland complex at the assessment areas(WC). See User Manual for WT and WC boundaries.
WT WC
f:A CA >_100 feet
f B f B From 80 to<100 feet
f C f C From 50 to<80 feet
f D f D From 40 to<50 feet
f E E From 30 to<40 feet
f F f F From 15 to<30 feet
f G f G From 5 to<15 feet
CH CH <5feet

9. Inundation Duration—assessment area condition metric
Answer for assessment area dominant landform.
f:A Evidence of short-duration inundation(<7 consecutive days)
C B Evidence of saturation,without evidence of inundation
f C Evidence of long-duration inundation or very long-duration inundation(7 to 30 consecutive days or more)
10. Indicators of Deposition—assessment area condition metric
Consider recent deposition only(no plant growth since deposition).
f:A Sediment deposition is not excessive,but at approximately natural levels.
C B Sediment deposition is excessive,but not overwhelming the wetland.
f C Sediment deposition is excessive and is overwhelming the wetland.
11. Wetland Size—wetland type/wetland complex condition metric
Check a box in each column. Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This metric evaluates three aspects of the wetland area:the
size of the wetland type(WT),the size of the wetland complex(WC),and the size of the forested wetland(FW)(if applicable,see User
Manual). See the User Manual for boundaries of these evaluation areas. If assessment area is clear-cut,select"K"for the FW column.
WT WC FW(if applicable)
f A f A f A >_500 acres
f B f B f B From 100 to<500 acres
f C f C f C From 50 to<100 acres
C D C D C D From 25 to<50 acres
C E C E C E From 10 to<25 acres
f F f F f F From 5 to<10 acres
f+'G f+'G f+'G From 1 to<5 acres
f H f H f H From 0.5 to<1 acre
C I C I C I From 0.1 to<0.5 acre
f J f J f J From 0.01 to<0.1 acre
C K C K C K <0.01 acre or assessment area is clear-cut
12. Wetland Intactness—wetland type condition metric(evaluate for Pocosins only)
f A Pocosin is the full extent(>_90%)of its natural landscape size.
C B Pocosin is<90%of the full extent of its natural landscape size.
13. Connectivity to Other Natural Areas—landscape condition metric
13a. Check appropriate box(es)(a box may be checked in each column). Involves a GIS effort with field adjustment. This
evaluates whether the wetland is well connected(Well)and/or loosely connected(Loosely)to the landscape patch,the contiguous
metric naturally vegetated area and open water(if appropriate). Boundaries are formed by four-lane roads,regularly maintained utility
line corridors the width of a four-lane road or wider,urban landscapes,fields(pasture open and agriculture),or water>300 feet wide.
Well Loosely
f A f A >_500 acres
f B f B From 100 to<500 acres
f C f C From 50 to<100 acres
CD CD From 10 to<50 acres
f: E f E <10 acres
f F f F Wetland type has a poor or no connection to other natural habitats
13b. Evaluate for marshes only.
f Yes f No Wetland type has a surface hydrology connection to open waters/stream or tidal wetlands.
14. Edge Effect—wetland type condition metric(skip for all marshes)
May involve a GIS effort with field adjustment. Estimate distance from wetland type boundary to artificial edges. Artificial edges include
non-forested areas >_40 feet wide such as fields,development,roads,regularly maintained utility line corridors and clear-cuts.
Consider the eight main points of the compass.
f A No artificial edge within 150 feet in all directions
C B No artificial edge within 150 feet in four(4)to seven(7)directions
C C An artificial edge occurs within 150 feet in more than four(4)directions or assessment area is clear-cut
15. Vegetative Composition—assessment area condition metric(skip for all marshes and Pine Flat)
C A Vegetation is close to reference condition in species present and their proportions. Lower strata composed of appropriate
species,with exotic plants absent or sparse within the assessment area.
f: B Vegetation is different from reference condition in species diversity or proportions,but still largely composed of native species
characteristic of the wetland type. This may include communities of weedy native species that develop after clearcutting or
clearing. It also includes communities with exotics present,but not dominant,over a large portion of the expected strata.
f C Vegetation severely altered from reference in composition. Expected species are unnaturally absent(planted stands of non-
characteristic species or at least one stratum inappropriately composed of a single species). Exotic species are dominant in
at least one stratum.
16. Vegetative Diversity—assessment area condition metric(evaluate for Non-tidal Freshwater Marsh only)
f:A Vegetation diversity is high and is composed primarily of native species(<10%cover of exotics).
f B Vegetation diversity is low or has>10%to 50%cover of exotics.
f C Vegetation is dominated by exotic species(>50%cover of exotics).

17. Vegetative Structure—assessment area/wetland type condition metric
17a. Is vegetation present?
i. Yes C No If Yes,continue to 17b. If No,skip to Metric 18.
17b. Evaluate percent coverage of assessment area vegetation for all marshes only. Skip to 17c for non-marsh wetlands.
r A >_25%coverage of vegetation
B <25%coverage of vegetation
17c. Check a box in each column for each stratum. Evaluate this portion of the metric for non-marsh wetlands. Consider structure
in airspace above the assessment area(AA)and the wetland type(WT)separately.
AA WT
C A C`A Canopy closed,or nearly closed,with natural gaps associated with natural processes
m C' B C B Canopy present,but opened more than natural gaps
0 tree C C C Canopy sparse or absent
o C" A C`A Dense mid-story/sapling layer
C9 C B C B Moderate density mid-story/sapling layer
C C: C Mid-story/saplingla er s arse or absent
Y sparse
C A C A Dense shrub layer
r C B C` B Moderate density shrub layer
fe' C t: C Shrub layer sparse or absent
C A C A Dense herb layer
a`) G B C: B Moderate density herb layer
= C C C C Herb layer sparse or absent
18. Snags—wetland type condition metric
C`A Large snags(more than one)are visible(>12-inches DBH,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
C: B NotA
19. Diameter Class Distribution—wetland type condition metric
C: A Majority of canopy trees have stems>6 inches in diameter at breast height(DBH);many large trees(>12 inches DBH)are
present.
C B Majority of canopy trees have stems between 6 and 12 inches DBH,few are>12-inch DBH.
C` C Majority of canopy trees are<6 inches DBH or no trees.
20. Large Woody Debris—wetland type condition metric
Include both natural debris and man-placed natural debris.
r� A Large logs(more than one)are visible(>12 inches in diameter,or large relative to species present and landscape stability).
C- B Not A
21. Vegetation/Open Water Dispersion—wetland type/open water condition metric(evaluate for Non-Tidal Freshwater
Marsh only)
Select the figure that best describes the amount of interspersion between vegetation and open water in the growing season. Patterned
areas indicate vegetated areas,while solid white areas indicate open water.
C A C B C' C C: D
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22. Hydrologic Connectivity—assessment area condition metric (evaluate for riparian wetlands only)
Examples of activities that may severely alter hydrologic connectivity include intensive
ditching,fill,sedimentation,channelization,diversion, man-made berms,beaver dams,and stream incision.
A Overbank and overland flow are not severely altered in the assessment area.
t B Overbank flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
t C Overland flow is severely altered in the assessment area.
C D Both overbank and overland flow are severely altered in the assessment area.
Notes

NC WAM Wetland Rating Sheet
Accompanies User Manual Version 4.1
Rating Calculator Version 4.1
Wetland Site Name WQ-WET Date 04/08/2020
Wetland Type Hardwood Flat Assessor Name/Organization . Lepsic;SEPI Engineerii
Notes on Field Assessment Form(Y/N) NO
Presence of regulatory considerations(Y/N) NO
Wetland is intensively managed(Y/N) YES
Assessment area is located within 50 feet of a natural tributary or other open water (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is substantially altered by beaver(Y/N) NO
Assessment area experiences overbank flooding during normal rainfall conditions (Y/N) NO
Assessment area is on a coastal island (Y/N) NO
Sub-function Rating Summary
Function Sub-function Metrics Rating
Hydrology Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Sub-Surface Storage and Retention Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Pathogen Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Particulate Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Soluble Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Physical Change Condition NA
Condition/Opportunity NA
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NA
Pollution Change Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Physical Structure Condition LOW
Landscape Patch Structure Condition LOW
Vegetation Composition Condition MEDIUM
Function Rating Summary
Function Metrics/Notes Rating
Hydrology Condition MEDIUM
Water Quality Condition MEDIUM
Condition/Opportunity MEDIUM
Opportunity Presence?(Y/N) NO
Habitat Conditon LOW
Overall Wetland Rating MEDIUM