20200775 Ver 1_Proposed Revisions (6-4-2021)_20210608

Strickland, Bev
From: Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 8, 2021 4:43 PM
To: Kim Browning; Haywood, Casey M CIV (USA); Davis, Erin B
Subject: [External] FW: Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the
Middendorf Springs Stream and Wetland Restoration Site (6-4-2021)
Attachments: Middendorf Springs_Proposed Project Modifications_Exhibit 1_Rev 6-4-21.pdf
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FYI, see the email below and the attached to reference the resolution we agreed to for the Middendorf site.
This was not quite what I wanted, but I think as much as we could get without risking that the mitigation site
might be dropped (which it still could), and I believe it would be worse for all parties if that were to happen.
Just wanted to let you know so when the plan comes in, you can see what we required as part of the
unauthorized activity resolution vs. the original mitigation proposal.
Thanks,
Todd
Original Message
From: Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
Sent: Tuesday, June 08, 20214:38 PM
To: 'Wiesner, Paul' <[e-mail]>; Haywood, Casey M CIV (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Browning, Kimberly D CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Jones, M Scott (Scott) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>
Cc: Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>; Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>; Bryan Dick
<[e-mail]>; Ian Jewell <[e-mail]>; Andrew Burleson
<wegrowcotton@ hotma il.com>
Subject: RE: Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the Middendorf Springs Stream and
Wetland Restoration Site (6-4-2021)
Paul,
Scott and I have looked over the amended map/proposal (attached for reference) submitted by Freese &
Nichols and agree with the proposed changes. Based on this, you may continue with development of the
mitigation plan for the site. Please note that as discussed during our last call, the mitigation plan must still go
through review by the NC Interagency Review Team, who may have further questions or recommendations, so
it is possible that additional changes may be required as part of this review to ensure that the proposal meets
the minimum acceptable standards for a site to be suitable to provide compensatory mitigation for impacts
authorized by Corps of Engineers permit authorizations.
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Additionally, implementation of the mitigation plan (once reviewed and approved by the NCIRT) will
satisfactorily resolve the concerns associated with the unauthorized work within wetlands and waters
conducted by the property owners, Aaron and Andrew Burleson, who are copied on this email for their
awareness. Please note that if NCDMS chooses not to pursue the mitigation site, we will coordinate any
further corrective actions necessary to resolve the unauthorized work directly with the Burlesons.
When preparing the mitigation plan, please be sure to include a discussion of the history of the site, including
a description of the unauthorized activities carried out on the site and actions taken as part of the mitigation
work to resolve those concerns. This is important to document resolution of those unauthorized actions, and
also to inform the NCIRT of the situation during their review of the mitigation plan. A copy of this email should
also be included with the agency corresponded normally included with the mitigation plan.
Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Todd Tugwell
Mitigation Project Manager
Wilmington District, US Army Corps of Engineers
3331 Heritage Trade Drive, Suite 105
Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587
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From: Wiesner, Paul <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, June 07, 2021 2:01 PM
To: Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)<[e-mail]>; Haywood, Casey M CIV
(USA) <[e-mail]>; Browning, Kimberly D CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Jones, M Scott (Scott) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>
Cc: Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>; Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>; Bryan Dick
<[e-mail]>; Ian Jewell <[e-mail]>
Subject: [Non-DoD Source] Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the Middendorf Springs
Stream and Wetland Restoration Site (6-4-2021)
Good afternoon,
Please find attached the amended map/ proposal from Freese and Nichols, Inc based on our 5/24/2021 Web
Ex meeting.
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Here is a summary of the changes:
o Buffer of South Fork Jones Creek now includes 50' from the tree line at all locations.
o Added a table showing the additional acres of easement added compared with the original proposal, by
location
o Corrected the easement boundary at the upper end of the reaches to include the "arc" at the upstream
end of the buffer, as per the original proposal, and also revised to include the existing wetland on the west
side of Tributary 2
o Added callouts indicating where we would propose reduced invasive treatment versus where we would
manage invasives during the full life of the monitoring period.
Please let us know if you have any questions, comments or concerns.
I can set up a brief meeting this week to discuss if that would be helpful.
Thanks
Paul Wiesner
Western Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Mitigation Services
828-273-1673 Mobile
[e-mail]
Western DMS Field Office
5 Ravenscroft Drive
Suite 102
Asheville, N.C. 28801
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be disclosed to third parties.
Original Message
From: Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, May 17, 2021 8:03 PM
To: Wiesner, Paul <[e-mail]>; Haywood, Casey M CIV (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Kim Browning <[e-mail]>
Cc: Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>; Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>; Jones, M Scott
(Scott) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] RE: [Non-DoD Source] Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the
Middendorf Springs Stream and Wetland Restoration Site (4-26-2021)
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Paul, sorry for the delay on this. Scott and I spoke and think we need to have a call with the provider to
discuss the proposal. I've included Scott on this email chain. I am out of the office the rest of the week, but
am free Monday, Thursday, or Friday next week if that would work with everyone.
Thanks,
Todd
Original Message
From: Wiesner, Paul <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, May 17, 2021 2:31 PM
To: Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)<[e-mail]>; Haywood, Casey M CIV
(USA) <[e-mail]>; Browning, Kimberly D CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>
Cc: Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>; Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] RE: [Non-DoD Source] Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the
Middendorf Springs Stream and Wetland Restoration Site (4-26-2021)
Todd, Casey and Kim;
Any update on Middendorf Springs? I know you all are in the field this week w/ credit release site visits.
Please let me know when you are back in the office. I can set up a meeting if that would be helpful.
Thanks
Paul Wiesner
Western Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Mitigation Services
828-273-1673 Mobile
[e-mail]
Western DMS Field Office
5 Ravenscroft Drive
Suite 102
Asheville, N.C. 28801
Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may
be disclosed to third parties.
Original Message
From: Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2021 12:54 PM
To: Wiesner, Paul <[e-mail]>; Haywood, Casey M CIV (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Kim Browning <[e-mail]>; Jones, M
Scott (Scott) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Cc: Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>; Ian Jewell <[e-mail]>; Bryan Dick
<[e-mail]>; Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>
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Subject: [External] RE: [Non-DoD Source] Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the
Middendorf Springs Stream and Wetland Restoration Site (4-26-2021)
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Paul, sorry I have not gotten back to you yet on this. We are discussing this and will get back to you soon with
a response or possible meeting times.
Thanks,
Todd
Original Message
From: Wiesner, Paul <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 5:01 PM
To: Haywood, Casey M CIV (USA) <[e-mail]>; Browning, Kimberly D CIV USARMY
CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>; Jones, M Scott (Scott) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Cc: Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>; Ian Jewell <[e-mail]>; Bryan Dick
<[e-mail]>; Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>
Subject: [Non-DoD Source] Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151: Proposed Revisions to the Middendorf Springs
Stream and Wetland Restoration Site (4-26-2021)
Good afternoon Casey, Kim, Scott and Todd;
As discussed at our 2/26/2021 meeting, please find Freese and Nichols' revised credit proposal for the
Middendorf Springs project site in Anson County.
Please let us know if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.
We would like to set up an on-line meeting to discuss next steps for moving the project forward. If you all can
provide a couple dates and times for a follow-up meeting, I will work with our team to set it up via WebEx.
Thanks
Paul Wiesner
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Western Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Mitigation Services
828-273-1673 Mobile
[e-mail] <mailto:[e-mail]>
Western DMS Field Office
5 Ravenscroft Drive
Suite 102
Asheville, N.C. 28801
Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Wiesner, Paul
Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 4:46 PM
To: Haywood, Casey M CIV (USA) <[e-mail]>; Kim Browning
<[e-mail]>; Jones, M Scott (Scott) CIV USARMY CESAW (USA)
<[e-mail]>; Tugwell, Todd J CIV USARMY CESAW (USA) <[e-mail]>
Cc: Phillips, Kelly D <[e-mail]>; Ian Jewell <[e-mail]>; Bryan Dick
<[e-mail]>; Reid, Matthew <[e-mail]>
Subject: DMS/ USACE/ FNI Site Visit Meeting Minutes (2-26-2021): Middendorf Springs_DMS# 100151
Good afternoon Casey, Kim, Scott and Todd;
Thank you for meeting us via Web -Ex on Friday 2/26/2021. Please find the meeting minutes attached.
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Please let us know if you have any additions, questions, comments or concerns.
As noted in the minutes, we will set up another meeting once FNI has had time to discuss options with the
landowner and develop a proposal.
Thanks
Paul Wiesner
Western Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Mitigation Services
828-273-1673 Mobile
[e-mail] <mailto:[e-mail]>
Western DMS Field Office
5 Ravenscroft Drive
Suite 102
Asheville, N.C. 28801
Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.

Mitigation Area
Wetland
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Tributary LA
Tributary 2
Tributary 3
Tributary 4
Tributary 6
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Property Edge to
Wetland
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Tributary 3
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Tributary 3 and
Tributary 5
SFJC- Between
Tributary and
Tributary 6
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Increased
Easement Area
Above Original
Proposal {acres)
Widen Easement
to Protect Seeps
and Wetland Areas
Min. 50' Buffer on South Fork Jones
Creek for Entire Length of Property
(detailed survey to confirm that min 50'
is achieved from Top of Bank)
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Easement to Extend At Least 50' Into 1
Existing Field Area
Construct Wetland SCM
Upstream of Tributary 4
to Filter Nutrients and Sediment
Re-route Existing Road North
of Easement
Replace Existing Crossing
With an Archspan Culvert
Along Re-routed Road
Full Invasive Treatment
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Widen Easement to
Encompass Hydric Soils
Area on Floodplain
Easement to Extend At Least 50' Into
Existing Field Area
Place an HOPE Pipe
Crossing Immediately
Upstream of Easement
Instead of Crossing Downstream
Seep 2:
Protect within
Widened Easement
Seep 3:
Protect In
Easement
Revised Easement
Boundary
Existi ng_Channel
Wetland BMP
Proposed Stream
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Min. 50' Buffer on South Fork Jones
Creek for Entire Length of Property
(detailed survey to confirm that min 50'
is achieved from Top of Bank)
Eliminate This Crossing
and Install Upstream of
Easement Instead
Legend
Widen Buffer
In Select Areas
to Protect Seeps
and Springs
Run Trib 6 Along
Low Point of Valley
Min. 50' Buffer on South Fork Jones
Creek for Entire Length of Property
(detailed survey to confirm that min 50'
is achieved from Top of Bank)
Tributary S to Run Along
Low Point of Valley
Plug Existing Perimeter
Drainage Ditch
Original Proposal
Easement Boundary
Wetland Restoration
Parcels
Exhibit 1
Middendorf Springs
Wetland & Stream Restoration
Proposed Project Modifications
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