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As-Built Baseline Monitoring Report

Green Valley Farm II Mitigation Project

DMS Project #: 100111 | Contract #: 7862 | DWR # 20140073v2 | RFP: 16-007703

Randolph County, North Carolina
Cape Fear River Basin
Randleman Lake Watershed
HUC 03030003

Prepared By:

Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
For Environmental Banc and Exchange, LLC

Prepared For:
NC Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Mitigation Services

June 2020

302 Jefferson Street, Suite 110
Raleigh, NC 27605

Corporate Headquarters
5020 Montrose Blvd. Suite 650
Houston, TX 77006
Main: 713.520.5400

res.us

June 11, 2020

Jeremiah Dow
NC DEQ Division of Mitigation Services
217 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27604

RE: RES Green Valley Farm II: As-Built Baseline Monitoring Report (NCDMS ID 100111)

Listed below are comments provided by DMS on June 4,2020 regarding the RES Green Valley
Farm II: Draft As-Built Monitoring Report and RES’ responses.

1. Section 1.5 – States that planted tree species can be found in Table 2. Please change
reference to Table 2 to Table 5.
a. RES changed the reference to say Table 5.

2. Table 1 – Please show all Riparian Buffer Credits to three (3) decimal places for
consistency.
a. Table now shows all Riparian Buffer Credits to three (3) decimal places.

3. Green Valley II was contracted (#7862) for 176,455.000 BMUs. Currently the project is set to
deliver 175,509.615 BMUs which is 945.385 BMUs below contract. Please review the proposed
new payment schedule below, and if you approve, include with your invoice for this Task.

i
Table of Contents

1 Project Summary .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Project Location and Description .............................................................................................. 1
1.2 Monitoring Protocol and Project Success Criteria .................................................................... 1
1.3 Project Components .................................................................................................................. 2
1.4 Riparian Mitigation Approach ................................................................................................... 3
1.5 Construction and As-Built Conditions ...................................................................................... 3
1.6 Baseline Monitoring Performance ............................................................................................. 3
2 Reference ................................................................................................................................................ 4 Appendix A: Background Tables and Site Maps Table 1: Buffer Project Areas and Assets Table 2: Project Activity and Reporting History Table 3: Project Contacts Table Table 4: Project Background Information Figure 1: Site Location Map Figure 2: Current Conditions Plan View Figure 3: As-Built Map Appendix B: Vegetation Assessment Data Table 5: Plant Species Summary Table 6: Vegetation Plot Mitigation Success Summary Table Table 7: Stem Count Total and Planted by Plot Species Appendix C: Vegetation Monitoring Plot Photos
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1 Project Summary

1.1 Project Location and Description

The Green Valley Farm II Project is within the Randleman Lake Watershed of the Cape Fear River Basin
within the 8-digit Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC) 03030003, 14-digit HUC 03030003010070 and DWR Sub-
basin Number 03-06-08.
The Project is located in Randolph County approximately 2.3 miles northwest of Level Cross, North
Carolina (Figure 1). To access the Project head North on Randleman Road from city center for one mile
and turn left on Hockett Dairy Road. Go about 1.3 miles before taking a farm access road to reach the
project, on the right side. The coordinates are 35.9086 °N and -79.833 °W.

Environmental Banc & Exchange, LLC (EBX), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Resource Environmental
Solutions (RES), is pleased to provide this Monitoring Report for the Green Valley Farm II Riparian
Buffer Mitigation Project (Project) as a full-delivery buffer mitigation project for the Division of Mitigation
Services (DMS) (DMS #100111). This Project provides riparian buffer mitigation credits for unavoidable
impacts due to development within the Randleman Lake Watershed (Figure 1). This Monitoring Report
is in accordance with the Consolidated Buffer Mitigation Rule 15A NCAC 02B .0295 and the Randleman
Lake Water Supply Watershed Buffer Rule 15A NCAC 02B .0250.

The conservation easement of the Green Valley Farm II Project totals approximately 7.19 acres and includes
two unnamed tributaries that drain directly into Randleman Lake approximately 1,000 feet downstream of
the Project. Land use within the Project parcel was primarily actively farmed row crops and newly planted
riparian forest. The goal of the Project was to restore ecological function to the existing stream and riparian
area by establishing appropriate plant communities while minimizing temporal and land disturbing impacts.
Riparian area improvements help filter runoff from agricultural fields, thereby reducing nutrient and
sediment loads to Project channels and the overall watershed. Restoration, of the Randleman Lake riparian
area (as defined in 15A NCAC 02B .0250), results in a reduction of the water quality stressors affecting the
Project. This Project is consistent with the management strategy for maintaining and protecting riparian
areas in the Randleman Lake watershed.

The easement is comprised of four sections, separated by two crossings and UT4. This Project surrounds
an existing DMS project, Green Valley Farm Buffer Restoration Site (DMS # 95012, 2014-0073v1) that
was closed out (Figure 2). The Green Valley II Project is composed of two stream channels: UT1 and UT4.
Both of these reaches are outside of the actual easement boundaries but included in the previous Green
Valley Farm Project. UT4 is a tributary to UT1, which then flows into Randleman Lake. UT1 is
approximately 1,677 linear feet and is on the western side of the project. UT4 is approximately 590 linear
feet and runs between the four easement segments. Stream identifications were verified by the DWR site
visit on September 1, 2011, as well as a re-evaluation for UT4 on February 23, 2017.

1.2 Monitoring Protocol and Project Success Criteria

Vegetation monitoring and visual assessments are to be conducted annually. Riparian area vegetation
monitoring is based on the “Carolina Vegetation Survey-Ecosystem Enhancement Program Protocol for
Recording Vegetation: Level 2 Plot Sampling Only Version 4.2”. Monitoring plots were installed a
minimum of 100 meters squared in size and covered at least two percent of the planted mitigation area.
These plots were randomly placed throughout the planted riparian restoration area and was representative
of the riparian area restoration. The following data was recorded for all trees in the plots: species, height,
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planting date (or volunteer), and grid location. All stems in plots were flagged with flagging tape. There are
six fixed vegetation monitoring plots (Figure 2).

Photos are to be taken at all vegetation plot origins each monitoring year and be provided in the annual
reports. Visual inspections and photos are to be taken to ensure that restoration areas are being maintained
and compliant. The measures of vegetative success for the Project are the survival of at least four native
hardwood tree species, where no one species is greater than 50 percent of stems, at a density of at least 260
stems per acre at the end of Year 5. Native volunteer species may be included to meet the performance
standards as determined by NC Division of Water Resources (DWR).
A visual assessment of the conservation easement was performed each year to confirm:
• No encroachment has occurred;
• No invasive species in areas were invasive species were treated,
• Diffuse flow is being maintained in the conservation easement areas; and there has not
been any cutting, clearing, filling, grading, or similar activities that would negatively affect
the functioning of the riparian area.

Component/
Feature
Monitoring Maintenance through project close-out
Vegetation Annual
vegetation
monitoring
Vegetation shall be maintained to ensure the health and vigor of the targeted plant
community. Routine vegetation maintenance and repair activities may include
supplemental planting, pruning, mulching, and fertilizing. Exotic invasive plant species
shall be treated by mechanical and/or chemical methods. Any vegetation requiring
herbicide application will be performed in accordance with NC Department of
Agriculture (NCDA) rules and regulations. Vegetation maintenance activities will be
documented and reported in annual monitoring reports. Vegetation maintenance will
continue through the monitoring period.
Invasive and Nuisance
Vegetation
Visual
Assessment
Invasive and noxious species will be monitored and treated so that none become
dominant or alter the desired community structure of the Project. Locations of invasive
and nuisance vegetation will be mapped.
Project Boundary Visual
Assessment
Project boundaries shall be identified in the field to ensure clear distinction between the
mitigation project and adjacent properties. Boundaries will be marked with signs
identifying the property as a mitigation project and will include the name of the long-
term steward and a contact number. Boundaries may be identified by fence, marker,
bollard, post, tree-blazing, or other means as allowed by Project conditions and/or
conservation easement. Boundary markers disturbed, damaged, or destroyed will be
repaired and/or replaced on an as-needed basis. Easement monitoring and staking/
signage maintenance will continue in perpetuity as a stewardship activity.
Road Crossing Visual
Assessment
Road crossings within the Project may be maintained only as allowed by conservation
easement or existing easement, deed restrictions, rights of way, or corridor agreements.
Crossings in easement breaks are the responsibility of the landowner to maintain.

1.3 Project Components

This Project generates approximately 175,509.615 ft2 (4.03 acres) of riparian restoration credits on existing
cropland. These riparian mitigation credits generated service Randleman Lake buffer impacts within the
Randleman Lake watershed. The total mitigation credits that the Green Valley Farm II Mitigation Project
generates are summarized below and in Table 1.

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1.4 Riparian Mitigation Approach

Restoration efforts along UT1 and UT4 were accomplished through the planting, establishment, and
protection of a hardwood forest community. The result was a riparian habitat that functions to mitigate
nutrient and sediments inputs from the surrounding uplands. Traditional riparian restoration, as outlined in
15A NCAC 02B .0295 (n), was utilized. All riparian restoration activities took place within the 50-200’
riparian area along to UT1 and UT4 and was subject to crediting and ratios as outlined in the Consolidated
Buffer Mitigation Rule. Mitigation ratios followed those provided in the Consolidated Buffer Mitigation
Rule. Prior to the issuance of the RFP (#16-007703), RES received approval for restoration on February
27, 2012 and an update in March 24, 2017. RES received an email from DWR on May 13, 2019 that
indicated that an updated site visit was not necessary.

1.5 Construction and As-Built Conditions

Revegetation of the Site included treating invasive species and planting native hardwood bare root trees.
Prior to planting, RES prepped the Site by spraying and ripping the easement. Piedmont Alluvial Forest is
the target community type for the riparian restoration areas. The community is defined by Schafale (2012).
The planting of bare root trees occurred in May 2020. Deviations from the initial planting plan were due to
bare root availability. A list of the planted tree species can be found in Table 5. Additionally, a temporary
and permanent seed mixture was applied in areas where row crops were present. Among a variety of seeds,
the mixture also included black-eyed susan (Rudbeckia hirta) which is a perennial, pollinator species.

1.6 Baseline Monitoring Performance

Monitoring of the six permanent vegetation plots was completed on May 6, 2020. Vegetation tables are in
Appendix B and associated photos are in Appendix C. MY0 monitoring data indicates that all plots are
exceeding the interim success criteria of 320 planted stems per acre. Planted stem densities ranged from
971 to 1335 planted stems per acre with a mean of 1,039 planted stems per acre across all plots. A total of
13 species were documented within the plots. Volunteer species were not noted at baseline monitoring but
are expected to establish in upcoming years. The average tree height observed was 1.6 feet.

Visual assessment of vegetation outside of the monitoring plots indicates that the herbaceous vegetation is
becoming well established throughout the project and no invasive species were observed. Additionally,
there were no signs of encroachment or concentrated flow in the easement area.

Location Jurisdictional
Streams
Restoration
Type
Reach
ID/Component
Buffer
Width (ft)
Creditable
Area (sf)*
Initial
Credit
Ratio
(x:1)
% Full
Credit
Final
Credit
Ratio
(x:1)
Riparian
Buffer
Credits
(BMU)
Rural Subject Restoration UT1/4 50-100 110,917 1 100% 1.00000 110,917.000
Rural Subject Restoration UT1/4 101-200 195,735 1 33% 3.03030 64,592.615
TOTALS 306,652 175,509.615
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2 Reference

Lee Michael T., Peet Robert K., Roberts Steven D., and Wentworth Thomas R., 2008. CVS-EEP Protocol
for Recording Vegetation Level. Version 4.2

NC Environmental Management Commission. 2014. Rule 15A NCAC 02B.0295 - Mitigation Program
Requirements for the Protection and Maintenance of Riparian Buffers.

NC Environmental Management Commission. 2010. Rule 15A NCAC 02B .0250 - Randleman Lake Water
Supply Watershed: Protection and Maintenance of Existing Riparian Buffers.

Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC (2020). Green Valley Farm II Mitigation Project – Final
Mitigation Plan.

Schafale, M.P. 2012. Classification of the Natural Communities of North Carolina, Fourth
Approximation. North Carolina Natural Heritage Program, Division of Parks and Recreation,
NCDENR, Raleigh, NC.
Appendix A
Project Background Tables and Site Maps
Table 1. Buffer Project Areas and Assets
Credit Type Location Subject? Feature Type Mitigation
Activity
Min-Max Buffer
Width (ft)
Total Area
(sf)
Creditable
Area (sf)
Initial Credit
Ratio (x:1)% Full Credit Final Credit
Ratio (x:1)
Riparian
Buffer
Credits
Buffer Rural Yes I / P Restoration 50-100 110,917 110,917 1 100%1 110,917.000
Buffer Rural Yes I / P Restoration 101-200 195,735 195,735 1 33%3.0303 64,592.615
Feature Name
UT1/4
UT1/4
Totals 306,652 306,652 175,509.615
Elapsed Time Since planting complete:4 weeks
Number of reporting Years1:0
Data Collection Completion or
Activity or Deliverable Complete Delivery
Restoration Plan NA Jan-20
Final Design – Construction Plans NA NA
Stream Construction NA NA
Containerized, bare root and B&B plantings NA May-20
As-built (Year 0 Monitoring – baseline)May-20 Jun-20
Year 1 Monitoring
Year 2 Monitoring
Year 3 Monitoring
Year 4 Monitoring
Year 5 Monitoring
1 = The number of reports or data points produced excluding the baseline
Table 2. Project Activity and Reporting History
Green Valley Farm II Site
Planting Contractor H&J Forestry
Planting contractor POC Matt Hitch
Nursery Stock Suppliers Arborgen
Monitoring Performers RES / 3300 Glenwood Ave, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27612
Monitoring POC Ryan Medric [phone]
Table 3. Project Contacts Table
Green Valley Farm II Site
USGS Hydrologic Unit 8-digit 03030003
River Basin Randleman Lake
USGS Hydrologic Unit 14-digit 03030003010070
DWR Sub-basin 03-06-08
Physiographic Province Southern Outer Piedmont
Table 4. Project Background Information
Project Name Green Valley Farm II
County Randolph
Project Area (acres) 7.19
Project Coordinates (latitude and longitude)Latitude: 35.9086 N Longitude: -79.833 W
Planted Acreage (Acres of Woody Stems Planted)7.19
Project Watershed Summary Information
0 1,000500
Feet
Figure 1 - Site Location Map
Green Valley Farm II Mitigation Project
Randolph County, North Carolina
Legend
Conservation Easement
Randleman Lake Service Area
NC DMS Conservation Easement
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Conservation E asement
Green Valley Farm
Easement from 0-50'
(Closed-Out)
Vegetation Plot
Stream Top of Bank
Buffer Zones
51-100
101-200+
1 in = 200 feet
Figure 2 - Monitoring CCPV
Green Valley Farm IIMitigation Project
Randolph County, North Carolina
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Figure 3
As-Built Map
Green Valley Farm II
Randolph County, NC
1 in = 150 feet
Conservation
Easement
Stream TOB
Vegetation
Plot
Restoration,
51-200
Green Valley
Farm
Easement
from 0-50'
(Closed-O ut)
Se aled Co nservation Easement Bo unda ries
were provide d by Ascension L and Surveying , PC
(FIRM # C-428 8, CHR ISTOPHER L. C OLE L-500 8),
dated 6/1 /2 019. Top of ba nk linewo rk is based
on fie ld measuremen ts also performed by
Ascen sion Lan d Surve ying, PC dated 6/1/2019 ©
Appendix B
Vegetation Assessment Data
Appendix B. Vegetation Assessment Data

Table 5. Green Valley Farm II Planted Species Summary

Table 6. Green Valley Farm II Vegetation Plot Mitigation Success Summary

Common Name Scientific Name Total Stems Planted
Willow Oak Quercus phellos 1,900
River Birch Betula nigra 1,200
White Oak Quercus alba 1,100
Water Oak Quercus nigra 1,000
American Sycamore Platanus occidentalis 800
Tulip Poplar Liriodendron tulipfera 800
Southern Crabapple Malus angustifolia 800
Northern Red Oak Quercus rubra 600
Common Persimmon Diospyros virginiana 500
American Plum Prunus americana 500
Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis 500
Common Elderberry Sambucus canadensis 200
Black Walnut Juglans nigra 100
10,000Total
Plot #
Planted
Stems/Acre
Volunteer
Stems/Acre
Total
Stems/Acre
Success
Criteria
Met?
Average
Planted
Stem
Height (ft)
1 971 0 971 Yes 1.8
2 971 0 971 Yes 1.7
3 971 0 971 Yes 1.4
4 1012 0 1012 Yes 1.6
5 1335 0 1335 Yes 1.7
6 971 0 971 Yes 1.6
Project Avg 1039 0 1039 Yes 1.6
Appendix B. Vegetation Assessment Data

Table 7. Green Valley Farm II Stem Count Total and Planted by Plot Species

PnoLS P-all T PnoLS P-all T PnoLS P-all T PnoLS P-all T PnoLS P-all T PnoLS P-all T PnoLS P-all T
Betula nigra River Birch Tree 8 8 8 3 3 3 1 1 1 4 4 4 2 2 2 18 18 18
Cercis canadensis Eastern Redbud Tree 1 1 1 1 1 1
Diospyros virginiana Common Persimmon Tree 7 7 7 3 3 3 4 4 4 14 14 14
Juglans nigra Black Walnut Tree 2 2 2 1 1 1 3 3 3
Liriodendron tulipifera Tulip Poplar Tree 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3
Malus angustifolia Southern Crabapple Tree 1 1 1 3 3 3 4 4 4
Platanus occidentalis American Sycamore Tree 3 3 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 1 1 1 14 14 14
Prunus americana American Plum Tree 1 1 1 4 4 4 5 5 5
Quercus alba White Oak Tree 3 3 3 3 3 3 9 9 9 1 1 1 16 16 16
Quercus nigra Water Oak Tree 1 1 1 7 7 7 1 1 1 3 3 3 2 2 2 14 14 14
Quercus phellos Willow Oak Tree 6 6 6 10 10 10 8 8 8 5 5 5 10 10 10 4 4 4 43 43 43
Quercus rubra Northern Red Oak Tree 2 2 2 1 1 1 6 6 6 6 6 6 4 4 4 19 19 19
Sambucus canadensis Common Elderberry Shrub 1 1 1 1 1 1
24 24 24 24 24 24 25 25 25 25 25 25 33 33 33 24 24 24 155 155 155
8 8 8 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 9 9 9 8 8 8 13 13 13
971 971 971 971 971 971 1012 1012 1012 1012 1012 1012 1335 1335 1335 971 971 971 1045 1045 1045
100111-01-0004 100111-01-0005 100111-01-0006
Common Name Species Type
100111-01-0001 100111-01-0002 100111-01-0003
Stems per ACRE
1
0.02
1
0.02
size (ares)
size (ACRES)
Species count
1
0.02
6
0.15
Green Valley Farm II
1
0.02
Annual Means
MY0 (2020)
Stem count
1
0.02
1
0.02
Current Plot Data (MY0 2020)
Scientific Name
Appendix C
Vegetation Monitoring Plot Photos
Green Valley Farm II Vegetation Monitoring Plot Photos
Vegetation Plot 1
05/06/2020
Vegetation Plot 2
05/06/2020
Vegetation Plot 3
05/06/2020
Vegetation Plot 4
05/06/2020

Vegetation Plot 5
05/06/2020
Vegetation Plot 6
05/06/2020