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March 29, 2011
Ms. Cyndi Karoly
NC DENR DWQ
Wetlands1401 Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
RE: South Slope Wetland Enhancement Project
Watauga County, NC
Dear Ms. Karoly:
3764 Rominger Road
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Ph: 828-297-6946
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
20 1 10323
Transmitted with this letter are 5 copies of the 404/401 permit application for the referenced project and
a check for $240. to cover the permit fee. The application is for a NWP 27 and WQC 3689. Proposed
impacts are 0.09 acres of temporary wetland impact. The Applicant is South Slope Property Owners
Association. ENV Inc. has prepared this application and is available to answer any questions you may
have. If you need to schedule a site visit please contact me. Please include ENV Inc. on the copy list of
all correspondence for this project.
If you have any questions regarding these items please call me at 828-297-6946, thank you.
Sincerely,
Jo n C. Vilas
President, ENV Environmental Consulting Services Inc.
cc: Tammy Dunnigan
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Form Version 1.3 Dec 10 2008
Pre-Construction Notification PCN Form
A. Applicant Information
1. Processing S

1 a.
Type(s) of approval sought from the
Corps:

® Section 404 Permit ? Section 10 Permit -M
1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 27 or General Permit (GP) number:
1 c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ? Yes ® No
1 d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply):
® 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular ? Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
? 401 Water Quality Certification - Express ? Riparian Buffer Authorization
1 e. Is this notification solely for the record
because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401
Certification:
? Yes ® No For the record only for Corps Permit:

? Yes ® No
1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in-lieu fee program proposed for mitigation
of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in-lieu
fee program. ? Yes ® No
1g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1h
below. ? Yes ® No
1 h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ? Yes ® No
2. Project Information
2a. Name of project: South Slope Wetland Enhancement
2b. County: Watauga
2c. Nearest municipality / town: Foscoe
2d. Subdivision name: Unit A-1 South Slope 1 Condo
2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state
project no:
3. Owner Information
3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: Russell M and Dorothy B Jonson
3b. Deed Book and Page No. 1203/891 In) r; L3
3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if

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3d. Street address: PO Box 843 APR Q
3e. City, state, zip: Weaverville, NC 28787
3f. Telephone no.: q?s
3g. Fax no.:
3h. Email address:

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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
4. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
4a. Applicant is: ? Agent ® Other, specify: South Slope POA
4b. Name: Tammy Dunnigan, Property Manager
4c. Business name'

(if applicable):
Advanced Realty - Property Management
4d. Street address: 2575 Hwy 105 South, Suite 110
4e. City, state, zip: Boone, NC 28607
4f. Telephone no.: 828-264-5111
4g. Fax no.: 828-264-0071
4h. Email address:
5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable)
5a. Name: John Vilas
5b. Business name
(if applicable): ENV-ECS, Inc.
5c. Street address: 3764 Rominger Rd
5d. City, state, zip: Banner Elk, NC 28604
5e. Telephone no.: 828.297.6946
5f. Fax no.: 828.297.19 80
5g. Email address: [e-mail]
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
B. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Property Identification
1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): 1878-97-7712-000
1 b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): Latitude: 36.1584 Longitude: - 81.77934
(DD.DDDDDD) (-DD.DDDDDD)
1 c. Property size: 4.4 acres
2. Surface Waters
2a. Name of nearest body of water (stream, river, etc.) to
proposed project: Watauga River
2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: B; Tr; HQW
2c. River basin: Watauga
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
3. Project Description
3a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this
application:
South Slope is an existing 4.4-acre residential condominimum development built in the mid 1980's. Units are served by a
paved drive and parking, access is to NC Hwy. 105. Surrounding land use is primarily residential with some commercial
nearby. The project site is a drained pond located by the main enterance. This old pond site is a landscape focal point of
the subdivision, visible from the entrance drive as well as from three of the condominium buildings surrounding the site
(see Existing Conditions Map). The pond was drained approximately 3 years ago following consultation with local NRCS
agent. Drainage area above this site is approximately 28.5-acres. Two unnamed streams (UT-1-Watauga River and UT-
2-Watauga River) flow into culverts above the old pond site. These streams are both jurisdictional above the South Slope
property (UT-1 is perennial and UT-2 is intermittent). Both culverts empty into the woods at the upper edge of the old
pond site but other than a very small trickle from the pipe draining UT-1, no flow has been observed coming out of or
below either culvert except during moderate to heavy rain events. Both streams scored in the ephemeral range on the
DWQ stream evaluation forms, UT-1 scored a 9.75 and UT-2 scored a 11.5. (see Delineation Map and data sheets).
The area of the old pond has developed into a wetland composed of saturated and periodically inundated zones, the
entire wetland is dominated by herbaceous vegetation with cattails dominating certain areas. An existing 4' concrete box
inlet structure controls the hydrology of the site and serves as the primary outlet. A 30" CMP connects to the box and
carries flows several hundred feet, under Hwy. 105, to the Watauga River. During moderate to heavy rain events flows
from the two culverts moves overland to the outlet structure. An ephemeral drainage channel has formed across the
surface of the wetland as a result of periodic storm flows. A 20' long section of channel has begun to headcut through the
loose soil and is causing erosion concerns. During dry periods the innundated area transitions to a dry mud-flat
sometimes with puddles. This condition is viewed by some as unsightly and a breeding ground for mosquitos. During the
Winter, the herbaceous dies off and the area looks barren and often collects trash. The POA has received complaints
from residents and seeks a remedy.
3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.09
3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property:
400
3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The purpose of the project is to convert the old pond site into a naturally attractive wetland area that does not remain
innundated for prolonged periods of time. The goals of the project are to stabilize the ephemeral channel and extend it to
the existing outlet structure. Remove cattails and other invasiive species and plant the existing wetland area with native
woody shrubs, trees and showy herbaceous plants. Install a permanent top on the existing inlet structure for safety
reasons. All proposed work is to be completed with no permanent loss of wetlands.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
The project will enhance a 0.09-acre wetland feature within the South Slope development by removing invasive species
and planting native woody and showy hervaceous wetland species. Stabilization of an existing ephemeral channel
through the wetland boundary will be accomplished by installing rock grade control structures, and coir matting along the
bank where needed. All disturbed areas will be overseeded with riparian and wetland seed mixes following work. The
planting plan includes native species of woody wetland vegetation to be planted at a density of approximately 320 stems
per acre.
To stabilize a 20' section of ephemeral channel in the wetland boundary, two or three rock structures made up of small
boulders will be installed within this channel. These rock structures will prevent further headcutting through the loose
alluvial soil and allow for stormwater flows through the site without causing erosion, headcutting, and channel incision.
Structures will be built without adding additional fill material to the wetland. Rock structures will be embedded in soil and
overseeded to encourage plant growth. These structures will improve habitat and wetland function by eliminating the
current erosion problems. An existing 4' concrete box inlet will be capped, to eliminate a safety hazard, and used to
control the water level in the wetland.
A small trackhoe will be employed onsite for digging planting holes, installing rock structures, and lowering a steel
reinforced concrete lid on the inlet box. Erosion control measures will be installed on the site prior to beginning any land
disturbing activity to prevent any off-site sedimentation.
Following completion of proposed wetland enhancement activities a letter of completion will be submitted to both the
USACE and NCDWQ along with photo documentation to demonstrate that the project was completed in accordance with
permit conditions.
4. Jurisdictional Determinations
4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the
Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property /
? Yes ® No ? Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Comments:
4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type
? Preliminary ? Final
of determination was made?
4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Agency/Consultant Company: ENV-ECS, Inc
Name (if known): John Vilas Other:
4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation.
5. Project History
5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for ? Yes ® No ® Unknown
this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, explain.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
C. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply):
® Wetlands ? Streams - tributaries ? Buffers
? Open Waters ? Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted.
2a. 2b. 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f.
Wetland impact Type of jurisdiction
number - Type of impact Type of wetland Forested (Corps - 404, 10 Area of impact
Permanent (P) or (if known) DWQ - non-404, other) (acres)
Temporary T
W1 ? P ®T grading headwater ? Yes
® No ® Corps
® DWQ 0.09
W2 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W3 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W4 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W5 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
W6 ? P ? T ? Yes ? Corps
? No ? DWQ
2g. Total wetland impacts
2h. Comments: Proposed temporary wetland impacts will consist of minimal grading to remove invasie species and dig holes
to plant trees and shrubs. Temporary disturbance will also be associated with the shaping and stabilization of the ephemeral
channel that passes through the wetland. No permanent wetland impacts are proposed.
3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this
question for all stream sites impacted.
3a. 3b. 3c. 3d. 3e. 3f. 3g.
Stream impact Type of impact Stream name Perennial Type of jurisdiction Average Impact
number - (PER) or (Corps - 404, 10 stream length
Permanent (P) or intermittent DWQ - non-404, width (linear
Temporary (T) (INT)? other) (feet) feet)
S1 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S2 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S3 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S4 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S5 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
S6 ? P ? T ? PER ? Corps
? INT ? DWQ
3h. Total stream and tributary impacts
3i. Comments:
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
4. Open Water Impacts
If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of
the U.S. then individually list all open water impacts below.
4a. 4b. 4c. 4d. 4e.
Open water Name of waterbody
impact number - (if applicable) Type of impact Waterbody type Area of impact (acres)
Permanent (P) or
Temporary T
01 ?P?T
02 ?P?T
03 ?P?T
04 ?P?T
4f. Total open water impacts
4g. Comments:
5. Pond or Lake Construction
If and or lake construction proposed, then complete the chart below.
5a. 5b. 5c. 5d. 5e.
Pond ID Proposed use or purpose
number of pond
Wetland Impacts (acres) Stream Impacts (feet)
Flooded I Filled I Excavated I Flooded I Filled I Excavated
Upland
(acres)
Flooded
P1
P2
5f. Total
5g. Comments:
5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required?
? Yes ? No If yes, permit ID no:
5i. Expected pond surface area (acres):
5j. Size of pond watershed (acres):
5k. Method of construction:
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts
below. If any impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form.
6a.
Project is in which protected basin?
6b. 6c. 6d.
Buffer impact
number - Reason
Permanent (P) or for
Temporarv (T) impact
61 ?P?T
B2 ?P?T
B3 ?P?T
6i. Comments:
Buffer
Stream name mitigation
required?
? Yes
? No
? Yes
? No
? Yes
? No
6h. Total buffer impacts
Zone 1 impact Zone 2 impact
(square feet) (square feet)
? Neuse ? Tar-Pamlico ? Other:
? Catawba ? Randleman
6e. 6f. 6g.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
D. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project.
No permanent impacts will occur as a result of the proposed project at Slouth Slope; no net loss of wetland size or function.
The proposed enhancement project will improve habitat conditions, control invasive species, maintain wetland hydrology, and
stabilize current erosion problems.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques.
During normal conditions there is no flowing water through the site. All work will occur during periods of zero surface flow
across the site. Erosion control measures will be installed around the existing inlet structure to prevent sediment leaving the
site.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for
impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State? ? Yes ® No
2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ? DWQ ? Corps

2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this
project? ? Mitigation bank

El Payment to in-lieu fee program
? Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type Quantity
3c. Comments:
4. Complete if Making a Payment to In-lieu Fee Program
4a. Approval letter from in-lieu fee program is attached. ? Yes
4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: ? warm ? cool ?cold
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4f. Non-riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres
4h. Comments:
5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan.
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) - required by DWQ
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires
buffer mitigation? ? Yes ® No
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required.

Zone 6c.
Reason for impact 6d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier 6e.
Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba)
Zone 2 1.5
6f. Total buffer mitigation required:
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank,
permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in-lieu fee fund).
6h. Comments:
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PCN Form -Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ? Yes ® No
within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why.
Comments: ? Yes ? No
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? 0%
2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ? Yes ® No
2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: This project is a wetland enhancement
project and does not involve any building or road construction. This project has been designed to meet all conditions of
NWP-27 and WQC-3689 and therefore, does not include a stormwater management plan.
2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan:
? Certified Local Government
2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? ? DWQ Stormwater Program
? DWQ 401 Unit
3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review
3a. In which local government's jurisdiction is this project? Watauga County
? Phase II
3b. Which of the following locally-implemented stormwater management programs ? NSW
apply (check all that apply): ? USMP
? Water Supply Watershed
? Other:
3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ? Yes ? No
attached?
4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review
? Coastal counties
4a. Which of the following state-implemented stormwater management programs apply ® HQW
? ORW
(check all that apply): ? Session Law 2006-246
? Other:
4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been
attached? ? Yes ? No
5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review
5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ? Yes ? No
5b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ? Yes ? No
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PCN Form - Version 1.3 December 10, 2008 Version
F. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement)
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ? Yes ® No
use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an
environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State ? Yes ? No
(North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the
State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval
letter.) ? Yes ? No
Comments:
2. Violations (DWQ Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated
Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ? Yes ® No
or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. Is this an after-the-fact permit application? ? Yes ® No
2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in ? Yes ® No
additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the
most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
Proposed project will provide site enhancement; it will not provide infrastructure or additional elements supportive of
future development.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement)
4a. Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from
the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
None
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APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section 1V of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook.
SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): March 29, 2011
B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:Asheville Field Office; South Slope
C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
State: North Carolina County/parish/borough: Watauga City: Foscoe
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 36.14198° N, Long. 81.80695° W.
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: Watauga River
Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TN W) into which the aquatic resource flows: Watauga River
Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 06010103
® Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.
? Check if other sites (e.g., otTsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc...) are associated with this action and are recorded on a
different JD form.
D. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
? Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
® Field Determination. Date(s): 2/7/2011
SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are no "navigable waters of the U.S." within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the
review area. [Required]
? Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
? Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce.
Explain:
B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are "waters of the U.S." within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required]
1. Waters of the U.S.
a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): '
? 'I'N Ws, including territorial seas
? Wetlands adjacent to TNWs
® Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
® Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TN Ws
® Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TN Ws
? Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TN Ws
? Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
? Impoundments of jurisdictional waters
? Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands
b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area:
Non-wetland waters: 375 linear feet: 3width (ft) and/or 0.03 acres.
Wetlands: 0.09 acres.
c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual
Elevation of established OH WM (if known):
2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable) :3
? Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.
Explain:
Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section Ill below.
z For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least "seasonally"
(e.g., typically 3 months).
' Supporting documentation is presented in Section 1II.F.
SECTION 111: CWA ANALYSIS
A. TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete
Section ll1.A.1 and Section III.D.1. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2
and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.
1. TNW
Identify TNW:
Summarize rationale supporting determination:
2. Wetland adjacent to TNW
Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is "adjacent":
B. CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY):
This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps
determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Ropanos have been met.
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non-navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are "relatively permanent
waters" (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3
months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round
(perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,
skip to Section III.D.4.
A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and
EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a
relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even
though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.
If the waterbodya is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the
waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must
consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for
analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is
the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for
the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section 111.6.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite
and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.
1. Characteristics of non-TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) General Area Conditions:
Watershed size: 18.3 acres
Drainage area: 26.2 acres
Average annual rainfall: 54 inches
Average annual snowfall: 44 inches
(ii) Physical Characteristics:
(a) Relationship with TNW:
® Tributary flows directly into TNW.
? Tributary flows through Pick List tributaries before entering TNW.
Project waters are 1(or less) river miles from "fN W.
Project waters are Pick List river miles from RPW.
Project waters are I (or less) aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from RPW.
Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:
Identify flow route to TN W5: Unnamed tributary to Watauga River.
Tributary stream order, if known: first.
a Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the and
West.
s Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW.
(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply):
Tributary is: ® Natural
? Artificial (man-made). Explain:
? Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:
Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):
Average width: 3 feet
Average depth: 3 feet
Average side slopes: 2:1.
Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):
? Silts ® Sands ? Concrete
® Cobbles ® Gravel ? Muck
® Bedrock ? Vegetation. Type/%cover:
? Other. Explain:
Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: Relatively stable channel and banks.
Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Good riffle pool development.
Tributary geometry: Relatively straight
Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): 6-10 %
(c) Flow:
Tributary provides for: Seasonal flow
Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: 2-5
Describe flow regime: Perennial.
Other information on duration and volume:
Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Subsurface flow occurs in wetland area of old pond site.
? Dye (or other) test performed:
Tributary has (check all that apply):
® Bed and banks
® OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):
? clear, natural line impressed on the bank
? changes in the character of soil ?
® shelving ?
® vegetation matted down, bent, or absent
? leaf litter disturbed or washed away ?
® sediment deposition ?
? water staining ?
? other (list):
? Discontinuous OIIWM.' Explain:
If factors other than the OHWM were used to determ
? High Tide Line indicated by: ?
? oil or scum line along shore objects
? fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore)
? physical markings/characteristics
? tidal gauges
? other (list):
the presence of litter and debris
destruction of terrestrial vegetation
the presence of wrack line
sediment sorting
scour
multiple observed or predicted flow events
abrupt change in plant community
ine lateral extent of CWAjurisdiction (check all that apply):
Mean High Water Mark indicated by:
? survey to available datum;
? physical markings;
? vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.
(iii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).
Explain: Water color is clear, with moderate water quality based on presence of macro-benthics sampled.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: Evidence of sediment pollution from upstream land uses which include roads, single and
multiple family residential.
'A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where
the OH WM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OH W M that is unrelated to the waterbody's flow
regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break.
'Ibid.
(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): Forested, 40-80'.
? Wetland fringe. Characteristics:
® Habitat for:
? Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
? Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
? Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Good biological diversity noted in riparian areas.
2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) Physical Characteristics:
(a) General Wetland Characteristics:
Properties:
Wetland size:0.09 acres
Wetland type. Explain: Herbaceous.
Wetland quality. Explain: Moderate quality, new feature forming in footprint of old pond site. Good hydrological
and soil conditions. Average presence of wetland indicator plant species. Cattails noted growing in wetland boundary.
Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:
(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW:
I'low is: Ephemeral flow. Explain: Stream systems go sub-surface at wetland boundary due to the presence of deep
alluvial soil deposits within the old pond site.
Surface flow is: Overland sheetflow
Characteristics: An ephemeral channel was noted along the surface in wetland boundary, which recieves occasional
stormwater flow events. Headcuts were noted in portions of ephemeral channel feature.
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Water was observed emerging along the lower portion of the wetland boundary
just above an existing inlet structure.
? Dye (or other) test performed:
(c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:
® Directly abutting
? Not directly abutting
? Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:
? Ecological connection. Explain:
? Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:
(d) Proximity (Relationship) to 'I'N W
Project wetlands are 1 (or less) river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1 (or less) aerial (straight) miles from "fN W.
Flow is from: Wetland to navigable waters.
Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the 500-year or greater floodplain.
(ii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed
characteristics; etc.). Explain: Water has presence of iron oxidizing bacteria.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: Sediment.
(iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply):
? Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):
® Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: Herbaceous/95%; trees/5%.
? Habitat for:
? Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
? Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
? Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings:
? Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings:
3. Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any)
All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: 1
Approximately ( 0.09 ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.
For each wetland, specify the following:
Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres)
Y 0.09
Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed: Wetland unit with strong herbaceous
component and some bog-like characteristics provides sediment and chemical filtration from upslope areas. Food source for birds,
amphibians, mammals, and macrobenthics. Shelter for birds and mammals.
C. SIGNIFICANT NEXUS DETERMINATION
A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed
by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity
of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent
wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW.
Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow
of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent
wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a
tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or
outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus.
Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and
discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example:
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to
TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and
other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that
support downstream foodwebs?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or
biological integrity of the "ITV W?
Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented
below:
1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain
findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section 111.D:Short intermittent
stream emerges onto the property and confluences with Brown Branch. This system has capacity to carry floodwaters and
pollutants to TNW. Tributary has capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon supportive of aquatic ecology.
2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into
TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its
adjacent wetlands, then go to Section IILD:
3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain findings of
presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to
Section IILD:
D. DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL
THAT APPLY):
TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area:
? TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres.
? Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.
2. RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
® Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that
tributary is perennial: Field identified using NCDWQ stream form ver. 4.11.
® Tributaries of TN W where tributaries have continuous flow "seasonally" (e.g., typically three months each year) are
jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows
seasonally: Field identified one tributary on property as intermittent (seasonal) using NCDWQ steam form 4.11.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
® Tributary waters: 375 linear feet 3width (ft).
? Other non-wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
? Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a'I'NW, and it has a significant nexus with a
TN W is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):
? Tributary waters: linear feet width (ti).
? Other non-wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
® Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.
® Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale
indicating that tributary is perennial in Section 1II.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is
directly abutting an RPW: Wetland unit is located in a depressional area of an old pond boundary within the
riparian buffer of RPW. Presence of sub-surface water emerges within wetland boundary.
? Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow "seasonally." Provide data indicating that tributary is
seasonal in Section 111.13 and rationale in Section IILD.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly
abutting an RPW:
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: 0.09 acres.
5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
? Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent
and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TN W are jurisidictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section IILC.
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
? Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and
with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TN W are jurisdictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section IILC.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9
As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.
? Demonstrate that impoundment was created from "waters of the U.S.," or
? Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or
? Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).
E. ISOLATED ]INTERSTATE OR INTRA-STATE] WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE,
DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY
SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):10
"See Footnote # 3.
"I'o complete the analysis refer to the key in Section 111.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook.
10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for
review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.
? which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.
? from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce.
? which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.
? Interstate isolated waters. Explain:
? Other factors. Explain:
Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
? Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
? Other non-wetland waters: acres.
Identity type(s) of waters:
? Wetlands: acres.
F. NON-JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
? If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements.
? Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.
? Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in "SWANCC," the review area would have been regulated based solely on the
"Migratory Bird Rule" (MBR).
? Waters do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:
? Other: (explain, if not covered above):
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR
factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional
judgment (check all that apply):
? Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).
? Lakes/ponds: acres.
? Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
? Wetlands: acres.
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such
a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):
? Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).
? Lakes/ponds: acres.
? Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
? Wetlands: acres.
SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES.
A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked
and requested, appropriately reference sources below):
® Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:
® Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.
? Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
? Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.
? Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
? Corps navigable waters' study:
? U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
? USGS NHD data.
? USGS 8 and 12 digit IIUC maps.
? U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:
? USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
? National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
? State/Local wetland inventory map(s):
? FEMA/FIRM maps:
? 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)
? Photographs: ? Aerial (Name & Date):
or ? Other (Name & Date):
? Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
? Applicable/supporting case law:
? Applicable/supporting scientific literature:
? Other information (please specify):
B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD:
WETLAND DELINEATION DATA FORM
Date: 11
Applicant/Owner
-
- _ Count
Investi ators: -v
I, State:

Wetland
- Wetland

i Community LD Plow \ - ---
Community LD.: Plot 1 D_

Do normal circumstatueS exist nn the site?
Si?niticartt dtsturbtn ce ( typical suuation)?
? _- _
Do normal circumstances exist on the site"
Significant disturbance (atypical situation)'
Is this a potential problem area? Is this a potential problem area?
Vegetatio Vegetation
Dominant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Species Stratum ludicator

_
- a .t
3'

6
Cam
42
- -- L

PA( (A,1
-- -

+ _ .
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- 14 E C. (1AJ
8 ¢ ( ,
Ffi ---
-
Percent of d6kinants OHL_ W or FACL: -
Percent of dominants OBL, FACW or FAC
Remarks: Remarks:
_ 1lydrolog}
--- Hydrology
Field Observations: Depth of Surface WaterQ:&(in.)
j Depth to Free Water (in.)
Depth to Saturated Soil -??-(in.) Field Observations: Depth of Surface Water iu) l
Depth to Free Water ii t
Depth to Saturated Soil i w i
Primary Indicators T Secondary Indicators Prima Indicators Secondar Indicators
Inundated Oxidized Rhizos heres Inundated Oxidized Rhizos here;
Saturated <12'_ Water-stained leaves Saturated <12" Water-stained leaves
Water Marks Local soil survey data Water Marks Local soil survey data
Sediment Deposits
Drainage Patterns -
f FAC-neutral test
Other (Remarks) Sediment Deposits
rain age Patterns FAC-neutral test
Other (Remark,)
Remarks: Remarks: - - -

Soils - -
Soils

Soil Map Unit Name: _
Soil Ma Unit Name:
Profile Description: Profile Descri lion:
Depth
(inches.) Horizon
I Matrix
Color Mottle
Colors
Texture Depth
(inches.)
Horizon Matrix I Mottle
Color ( olors 1 cttui
I}
lot e .ATe
Ilydrit Soil Indicators H ydric Soil Indicators
-
Histic E i edon
p
Sulfidic Odor
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Aquic Moisture Regime Concretions

Organic Content (srutdy)
-Organic streaking (sandy)

Local Hvdric Soils List IIistosol

Htstic E i edon
Sultidic Odor

A uic Moisture Re ime Concretion,

Organic C?ontull I?attd?
Or ante streaking Isand?
-
Local Hvdric Soils I is[

Reducing Conditions National Hvdric Soils List

Gleyed or I_oiwChroma Other (Remarks)
Remarks:

I -- -
Reducing Conditions National Hydric Soils I nt
-- -._-
Gle_ved or Low-Chroma Other (Remark;)
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Remarks: _
Wetland Determination Wetland Determination
H}d phytic Vegetation Present'
___- _._._.
e.? --
hydro hytic Vegetation Present.
? Wetland IIydroloey Prc,tient" Wetland Hydrolo Present?
iydric Soils Present' h, Hvdric Soils Present?
Isthis Sampling Point Within a Wetland"

Remarks: I s this Sampling Point Within a Wetland'-
'
NC DWn Stream Identification Form Version 4.11
Date: Project/Site: 5 O cc????o Latitude:
Evaluator: m County: G,. Longitude - -
Total Points: Stream Determination (c Other ?? ?[ - p??jo u+t?
Stream is at least intermittent 30 Ephemeral Intermittent ia
terenI e .g. Quad Name:
if? 19 or perennial if? 30
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal = ) Absent Weak Moderate
i Strong
-
1a. Continuity of channel bed and bank 0 1 2 0
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 3
3. In-channel structure: ex. riffle-pool, step-pool,
ripple-pool sequence 0 1
a 3
-
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3
5. Active/relict floodplain 1 2 3
6. Depositional bars or benches 0 2 3
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3
9. Grade control 0 0.5 1 1 5
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1 5
11. Second or greater order channel o = Yes = 3
a artificial ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual
B. Hvdroloav (Subtotal = (0.< )
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2 3
14. Leaf litter 1.5 0.5 0
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? E0 = Yes = 3
C. Bioloav (Subtotal = G1 • 5 )
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 2 1 0
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 2 1 0
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 3
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 2 3
22. Fish 0.5 1 1 5
23. Crayfish 0.5 1 1.5
24. Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5
25. Algae 0 1 1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FAC = 0.75; OBL = 1 Other =
"perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.

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Sketch:
NC DWO Stream Identification Form Version 4.11
Date: Project/Site: Latitude:
Evaluator: County: WAO?&A Longitude:
Total Points: Stream Determ'na ' circle one) Other lAT
e
Stream is at least intermittent
* Ephemeral ntermittent erennial e.g. Quad Nam
::: r 1
if z 19 or perennial if >_ 30
A. Geomor holo Absent -Strong
Weak Moderate
1a. Continuity of channel bed and bank 0 1 2
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 2 3
3. In-channel structure: ex. riffle-pool, step-pool,
ripple-pool sequence 0 2 3
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 3
5. Active/relict floodplain 1 2 3
6. Depositional bars or benches 1 2 3
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 _ 3
8. Headcuts 0 2 3
9. Grade control 0 0.5 1 5
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1.5
11. Second or greater order channel o = Yes = 3
a artificial ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual
B. Hvdroloqv (Subtotal = y_ )
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1Q 2 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 0 1 2
14. Leaf litter 1.5 1 0.5 0
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 R 1 1.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? = Yes = 3
C. Bioloov (Subtotal = (015)
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance) 0 1 3
21. Aquatic Mollusks 0 1 2 3
22. Fish 0.5 1 1 5 ---
23. Crayfish 0.5 1 1-5-- ----??
24. Amphibians 0.5 1 1.5
25. Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW 0.75; _
BL = 1.5 Other = 0
"perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.
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NC DWO Stream Identification Form Version 4.11
Date: a ` Project/Site: ?5w-k ? Latitude:
Evaluator: 5 YIY\ County: (Jj Q. Longitude:
Total Points: stre termination (circle one) Other L-0 0C - 1 r
Stream is at least intermittent
if >_ 19 or perennial if z 30" Elfhe?iepill Intermittent Perennial e.g. Quad Name:
4.
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal = 3 •S ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong
1 a. Continuity of channel bed and bank 0 741?5 2 3

2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg
1
2 _
3

3. In-channel structure: ex. riffle-pool, step-pool,
-ripple-pool sequence

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1

2 _

3
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 3
5. Active/relict floodplain 1 _
2 v 3

6. Depositional bars or benches
1
2 _
3
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 2 3
8. Headcuts 0 1 2 3
9. Grade control 015 1 1.5
10. Natural valley 0 0. 1 1.5
11. Second or greater order channel o = Yes = 3
- artificial ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual
B. Hvdroloov (Subtotal= )
12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 G 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 1 2 3
14. Leaf litter 1.5 1 0.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 1 1.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No = 0 Yes = 3
G. Biolow (Subtotal= - /N )
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance) 1 2 3
21. Aquatic Mollusks 1 _
2 3

22. Fish
0.5
1 _
1.5
23. Crayfish 0.5 1 1.5
24. Amphibians 0.5 _
1 1.5
25. Algae 0.5 _
1 1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW - 0.75; BL = 1.5 Other = 0
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*perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.
Notes:

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NC DWO Stream Identification Form Version 4.11
Date: , t Project/Site: ??\a Latitude:
Evaluator: County: Longitude:
Total Points:
S a Determination (circle one) Z - k7t(oe ?y
Other
Stream is at ?east intermittent phemer Intermittent Perennial e.g. Quad Name:
if z 19 or perennial ifz 30*
A. Geomorphology (Subtotal = 5.5 ) Absent Weak Moderate _ Strong
1 a. Continuity of channel bed and bank 0 2 3
2. Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 1 2 3
3. In-channel structure: ex. riffle-pool, step-pool,
ripple-pool sequence 0 2 3
4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 2 3
5. Active/relict floodplain 1 2 3
6. Depositional bars or benches 1 2 3
7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 2 3
8. Headcuts 0 2 3
9. Grade control 0 .5 1 1.5
10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5
11. Second or greater order channel o = Yes = 3
artificial ditches are not rated; see discussions in manual
B. Hydrology (Subtotal =
12. Presence of Baseflow 1 2 3
13. Iron oxidizing bacteria 1 2 3
14. Leaf litter 1.5 1 0.5
15. Sediment on plants or debris 0 1 1.5
16. Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5
17. Soil-based evidence of high water table? No = 0 Yes = 3
C. Bioloqy (Subtotal = L )
18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2
19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 0
20. Macrobenthos (note diversity and abundance) 1 2 3
21. Aquatic Mollusks 1 2 3
22. Fish 0.5 1 _ 1.5
23. Crayfish 0 0.5 1 1.5
24. Amphibians 0.5 1 15
25. Algae 0.5 1 1.5
26. Wetland plants in streambed FACW = 0.75; OBL = 1.5 ther =
'perennial streams may also be identified using other methods. See p. 35 of manual.
Notes:

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