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Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
December 6, 2021 Ver 4.2
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
Yes
No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned*
20220078
Is a payment required for this project?
No payment required
Fee received
Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office*
Central Office - (919) 707-9000
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Catey Lavagnino
1 b. Primary Contact Email:
catherine.lavagnino@dominionenergy.com
Date Submitted
1 /6/2022
Nearest Body of Water
See Appendix B of the attached supplemental information.
Basin
Cape Fear; Tar -Pamlico
Water Classification
See Appendix B of the attached supplemental information.
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.20271
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Cumberland
Halifax
Nash
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Longitude:
-78.67687
Version# *
1
What amout is owed?*
$240.00
$570.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Rick Trone:eads\rvtrone
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
(540)842-2466
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1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?"
Yes
No
1 b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 03 - Maintenance
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?'
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1 It. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
Yes No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?"
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC
2b. Deed book and page no.:
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
2c. Contact Person:
Charlotte McAfee
2d.Address
Street Address
600 East Canal Street, Floor 11 North
Address Line 2
City
State / Province / Region
Richmond
VA
Postal /Zip Code
Country
23219
us
Yes No
Yes No
2e. Telephone Number:
(804)771-3708
2g. Email Address:
Charlotte. P.McAfee@dominionenergy.com
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Jason Ericson
4b. Business Name:
Dominion Energy Services, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
120 Tredegar Street
Address Line 2
City
Richmond
Postal / Zip Code
23219
4d. Telephone Number:
(804)273-3012
4f. Email Address:*
Jason.P. Ericson@dominionenergy.com
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
Not Applicable - linear project, see Appendix A - Figures 1 and 2 of the attached supplemental
information.
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
VA
Country
us
4e. Fax Number:
2b. Property size:
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Not Applicable - linear project, see Appendix A - Figures 1 and 2 of the attached supplemental information.
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Postal / Zip Code Country
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
See Appendix B of the attached supplemental information.
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
See Appendix B of the attached supplemental information.
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Cape Fear
Tar -Pamlico
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
See Appendices A and B of the attached supplemental information.
4. Project Description and History
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
See Section C.4a of the attached supplemental information.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
Yes No Unknown
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
Zero (0) acres within the Project workspace requiring permitted impacts.
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
See Appendix B of the attached supplemental information.
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project: *
See Section C.4h of the attached supplemental information.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:
See Section C.4i of the attached supplemental information.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes No
Comments:
See Section C.5 of the attached supplemental information.
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): See Section C.5 of the attached supplemental information.
Agency/Consultant Company:
Other:
6. Future Project Plans
Unknown
6a. Is this a phased project?*
Yes No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts
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0
3a. Reason for impact (?l
3b.lmpact type*
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type*
?)
3f. Type of
Jurisdiction*
3g. S. width*
3h. Impact
length*
S7
Access for restoration
activities
Temporary
Fill
UNIT to Cape Fear River
Perennial
Corps
12
Average (feet)
148
Qinear feet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
0
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
148
3j. Comments:
See Appendix B of the attached supplemental information.
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWR)
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
148
6a. Project is in which protect basin(s)?
Check all that apply.
Nauss
Catawba
Goose Creek
Other
Tar -Pamlico
Randleman
Jordan Lake
6b. Impact Type
6c. Per or Temp
6d. Stream name
6e. Buffer mitigation required?
6f. Zone 1 impact
6g. Zone 2 impact
Temporary disturbance
T 11
Multiple
No
109,217
87,357
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Temporary impacts: 109,217.00 87,357.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 0.00 0.00
Zone 1 Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 109,217.00 87,357.00
6i. Comments:
See Section D.1 of the attached supplemental information.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
See Section E.1 of the attached supplemental information.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
See Section E.1 of the attached supplemental information.
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 this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
See Section E.2 of the attached supplemental information.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes No
What type of SCM are you providing?
Level Spreader
Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
Other SCM that removes minimum 30 % nitrogen
Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250? *
Yes No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
2c. Does this project have a stormwater management plan (SMP) reviewed and approved under a state stormwater program or state -approved local government stormwater program?
Yes No
N/A - project disturbs < 1 acre
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3. Stormwater Requirements
3a. Select whether a completed stormwater management plan (SMP) is included for review and approval or if calculations are provided to document the project will not cause degradation of
downstream surface waters.*
Stormwater Management Plan Antidegradation Calculations
Comments:
See Section F.2 of the attached supplemental information.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federallstatellocal) funds or the use of public (federallstate) land?*
Yes No
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
Yes No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
See Section G.3 of the attached supplemental information.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
Yes No N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
Yes No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
Yes No
What Federal Agency is involved?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
Yes No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
Yes No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
Yes No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
Yes No
Unknown
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
Yes No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
See Section G.5 of the attached supplemental information.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
See Section G.6 of the attached supplemental information.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
See Section G.7 of the attached supplemental information.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
Yes No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
See Section G.8 of the attached supplemental information.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
See Section G.8 of the attached supplemental information.
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Comments
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC is seeking Nationwide Permit verification for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project and believes that Nationwide Permit 3 is the appropriate option,
subject to review and concurrence from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Atlantic is also seeking written approval from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division
Water Resources for a 401 Water Quality Certification and Riparian Buffer Authorization. Please see the attached supplemental information document, which includes section numbers
consistent with this form.
Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief'; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Steven Holden
Signature
e�t �Oldeve
Date
1 /6/2022
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Atlantic
Coast
Pipeline
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit 3
Pre -Construction Notification — Joint Permit Application
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division
of Water Resources
Supplemental Information
Prepared by
January 2022
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Nationwide Permit No. 3— Pre -Construction Notification — Joint Permit Application
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality — Division of Water Resources
TABLE OF CONTENTS
APPLICATION SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION DESIGN.............................................I
INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................................I
A.
PROCESSING INFORMATION.....................................................................................2
B.
APPLICANT INFORMATION.......................................................................................2
C.
PROJECT INFORMATION AND PRIOR PROJECT HISTORY .............................2
1. Project Information.....................................................................................................2
2. Property Identification................................................................................................2
3. Surface Waters............................................................................................................3
4. Project Description......................................................................................................3
5. Jurisdictional Determinations...................................................................................12
6. Future Project Plans..................................................................................................13
D.
PROPOSED IMPACTS INVENTORY.........................................................................13
1. Impacts Summary .....................................................................................................14
WetlandImpacts................................................................................................................14
StreamImpacts...................................................................................................................14
OpenWater Impacts..........................................................................................................14
Pondor Lake Construction................................................................................................14
Buffer Impacts (for NCDEQ)............................................................................................14
E.
IMPACT JUSTIFICATION AND MITIGATION.......................................................16
1. Avoidance and Minimization....................................................................................16
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts on Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the
State...........................................................................................................................18
F.
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND DIFFUSE FLOW PLAN
(REQUIRED BY NCDEQ).............................................................................................18
1. Diffuse Flow Plan.....................................................................................................18
2. Stormwater Management Plan..................................................................................18
G.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.........................................................................19
1. Environmental Documentation.................................................................................19
2. Violations (NCDEQ Requirement)...........................................................................19
3. Cumulative Impacts..................................................................................................19
4. Sewage Disposal (NCDEQ Requirement)................................................................19
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (USACE Requirement) ........19
6. Essential Fish Habitat (USACE Requirement).........................................................21
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (USACE Requirement).........................21
8. Flood Zone Designation (USACE Requirement).....................................................23
H.
SECTION 408 AUTHORIZATION...............................................................................23
I.
REFERENCES.................................................................................................................24
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality — Division of Water Resources
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Workspace Requiring Restoration.....................................................................5
Table 2 Aboveground Facilities Requiring Restoration, Wilmington District...............8
Table 3 Federal, State, and Local Authorizations for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline
RestorationProject...........................................................................................I I
Table 4 Riparian Buffers Within ACP Restoration Project Workspace .......................15
Table 5 Federally Listed Species and Species Proposed for Federal Listing within
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District..............................20
LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix A Figures
Appendix B Waterbody Crossing Impact Table (Table B-1), and Table of Wetlands and
Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required
(Table B-2)
Appendix C Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan
Appendix D Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan
Appendix E Waterbody Datasheets
Appendix F Compliance with General Conditions, General Regional Conditions, and
Additional Regional Conditions Tables
Appendix G Plans for Unanticipated Discovery of Historic Properties or Human Remains
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality — Division of Water Resources
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ACP
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
APE
Area of Potential Effects
Atlantic
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC
ATWS
additional temporary workspace
BGEPA
Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
BIC
Best In Class
CY
Contractor Yard
DETI
Dominion Energy Transmission, Inc.
Dominion Energy Dominion Energy, Inc.
EFH
Essential Fish Habitat
ESA
Endangered Species Act
ESC
Erosion and sediment control
FERC
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
USFWS
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
HUC 8
8 Digit Hydrologic Unit Code
MBTA
Migratory Bird Treaty Act
MP
milepost
NCDEQ
North Carolina Division of Environmental Quality, Division of Water
Resources
NEPA
National Environmental Policy Act
NOAA Fisheries
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries
Service
NWP
Nationwide Permit
NWP 3
Nationwide Permit 3
OHV
Off -highway Vehicle
PCN
Pre -Construction Notification
PEM
palustrine emergent
PFO
palustrine forested
Plan
Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance Plan
Procedures
Wetland & Waterbody Construction & Mitigation Procedures
Project
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
PSS
palustrine scrub -shrub
SPCC Plan
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Plan
USACE
United States Army Corps of Engineers
WQC
Water Quality Certification
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Restoration Project iii
Nationwide Permit No. 3, Pre -Construction Notification — Supplemental Information
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District &
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality — Division of Water Resources
APPLICATION SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION DESIGN
Section numbering has been incorporated into this supplemental information document to
match the sections of the Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) form (Version 4.2 December
2021) for a joint permit application between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and
the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division Water Resources (NCDEQ)
for the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) Restoration Project (Project). Atlantic Coast
Pipeline, LLC (Atlantic) is seeking Nationwide Permit (NWP) verification and believes that
NWP 3 is the appropriate option, subject to review and concurrence from USACE. The USACE
Wilmington District is responsible for permitting the North Carolina portion of the Project.
Atlantic is seeking written approval from the NCDEQ for a 401 Water Quality Certification
(WQC) and Riparian Buffer Authorization. The following sections provide the necessary
information to demonstrate that the Project will comply with the requirements for NWP 3, 401
WQC, the Riparian Buffer Authorization, and applicable NWP general and regional conditions.
The Project is a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) 7(c) regulated project.
INTRODUCTION
Atlantic is a company formed by two major U.S. energy companies —Dominion Energy,
Inc. (Dominion Energy) and Duke Energy Corporation. Atlantic obtained authorization from the
FERC under Section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act to construct, own, operate, and maintain the
Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) in October 2017. The ACP consisted of an approximately 600-
mile natural gas transmission pipeline system and associated aboveground facilities in West
Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina. Atlantic contracted with Dominion Energy
Transmission, Inc. (DETI), a former subsidiary of Dominion Energy, to permit, build, and
operate the ACP on behalf of Atlantic.
Construction of the ACP began in January 2018 after receipt of the required regulatory
approvals. Construction activities were suspended in December 2018 after a series of regulatory
and permitting delays. Then in July 2020, the ACP was cancelled. Prior to suspension of
construction, Atlantic had performed work on over 230 miles of the pipeline route and at
numerous associated aboveground facilities (see Appendix A, Figure A-1). In most areas, this
work involved only the felling of trees. In a smaller number of areas, additional work, including
grading and installation of pipeline or building construction, was performed. Atlantic is
preparing to complete activities required to restore previously affected areas and close out the
ACP according to permit commitments and legal agreements. For clarity, the work performed
prior to the cancellation of the ACP will hereafter be referred to as the ACP Construction Project
and the future activities necessary to restore and close out the ACP Construction Project will
hereafter be referred to as the ACP Restoration Project or Project.
Approximately 91.4 miles of the ACP Restoration Project are located within the USACE
Wilmington District (see Appendix A, Figure A-2). The counties within which the ACP
Restoration Project is located within the USACE Wilmington District's regulatory boundaries
include Cumberland, Halifax, Nash, Northampton, and Robeson, North Carolina. While Project
activities will occur in the above counties, impacts requiring authorization from USACE and
NCDEQ are limited to two waterbodies in Cumberland County and riparian buffers in Halifax
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and Nash Counties. The ACP Restoration Project footprint is limited to the workspace required
to remove fallen timber, restore and revegetate disturbed areas, and access the various Project
work areas. No Section 10 waters will be impacted by the ACP Restoration Project in North
Carolina.
Information in this supplement to the pre -construction notification (PCN) is intended to
assist USACE in verifying permit coverage for impacts associated with single and complete
projects along the ACP Restoration Project located within the Wilmington District within North
Carolina. Impacts to Waters of the U.S. from Project activities will be associated with temporary
access through or across these water resources. In these cases, Atlantic is requesting Nationwide
Permit verification. Notification materials for proposed impacts to Waters of the U.S. within
other U.S. Army Corps Districts will also be submitted for NWP authorization; Atlantic does not
believe that any of the proposed impacts on Waters of the U.S. will require an Individual
Department of the Army Permit.
This document and associated appendices and tables include materials necessary for the
USACE to review and evaluate the portion of the ACP Restoration Project within the
Wilmington District's regulatory boundaries. The materials included conform to the
requirements of Nationwide Permit general condition 32 and the regional conditions for a PCN
and General Water Quality Certification in North Carolina.
A. PROCESSING INFORMATION
This information is included on the Application Form.
B. APPLICANT INFORMATION
This information is included on the Application Form.
C. PROJECT INFORMATION AND PRIOR PROJECT HISTORY
1. Project Information
Ia. Name of Project: Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project.
lb. Subdivision Name: Not Applicable.
lc. Nearest Municipality/Town: Not Applicable — linear project, see Appendix A,
Figures A-1, A-2, and A-3.
2. Property Identification
2a. Property Identification Number: N/A.
2b. Property Size: Project workspace consists of 1,482 acres in North Carolina. Permit
areas include two waterbodies in Cumberland County (see Appendix B, Table B-1) and
riparian buffers in Halifax and Nash Counties (see Table 4).
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2c. Property Address: Not Applicable — linear project, see Appendix A, Figures A-1, A-
2, and A-3.
2d. Site Coordinates: Site coordinates are included on the Waterbody Impact Table see
Appendix B, Table B-1.
3. Surface Waters
3a. Nearest Waterbody: Waterbodies requiring a permit include two unnamed
tributaries to the Cape Fear River. Waterbody location description and classification can
be found in Appendix B, Table B-1.
3b. Water Quality Classification of Nearest Receiving Water: Waterbody location
description and classification can be found in Appendix B, Table B-1.
3c/3d. River basin: Eight -digit Hydrologic Unit Codes (HUC 8) watersheds have been
provided in Appendix A, Figure A-2 and the Waterbody Impact table included in
Appendix B, Table B-1. These codes provide the information necessary to determine the
river basin within which each waterbody crossing occurs.
4. Project Description
4a. Existing Site Conditions and General Land Use: Land use types within the Project
workspace in North Carolina were classified according to current land characteristics.
Classifications were based on review of the U.S. Geological Survey National Gap
Analysis Program Land Cover Data and recent digital aerial photography (2013)
augmented by field reconnaissance (2014) along the proposed pipeline routes. Atlantic
identified nine primary land use types in the ACP Project area. These consist of the
following:
• Agriculture — Cultivated Crop: actively cultivated cropland (e.g., wheat, grass
seed, alfalfa, hay, and vegetables);
• Agriculture — Pasture: uncultivated pasture lands and hay meadows;
• Agriculture — Tree Plantation/Harvested Forest: managed tree plantations and
harvested forests with shrub and grass/forb regeneration;
• Upland Forest/Woodland: conifer dominated forests and woodlands, deciduous
dominated forests and woodlands, deciduous dominated savannas and glades,
floodplain/riparian forests, and mixed deciduous/coniferous forests and
woodlands;
• Developed — Open to Low Intensity: herbaceous areas (e.g., golf courses, road
sides, parks, and air fields) and areas with a mixture of constructed materials and
vegetation where impervious surfaces account for 20 to 49 percent of total cover
(e.g., single-family housing units);
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• Developed — Medium to High Intensity: areas with impervious surfaces
accounting for 50 to 100 percent of total cover, including single-family housing
units, apartment complexes, row houses, and commercial/industrial areas;
• Open Land: disturbed lands, grasslands, shrub lands, beach and shore lands, and
cliff, canyon, and talus lands;
• Wetlands: wetland areas identified by field surveys; and
• Open Water: areas of open water, generally with less than 25 percent cover of
vegetation or soil, including inland waters of streams, river, ponds, and lakes, and
coastal and near -shore estuarine and/or marine waters.
4b. Have Corps permits or NCDEQ certifications been obtained for this project
(including all prior phases) in the past? No.
4f. Existing wetland acreage: Zero (0) acres within the Project workspace requiring
permitted impacts.
4g. Existing linear feet of stream: 253 Linear Feet within the Project workspace
requiring permitted impacts.
4h. Project Purpose and Need:
The Project purpose and need is to complete final restoration and stabilization of the ACP
Construction Project workspace after cancellation of the project in July 2020. The purpose and
need for NWP verification of two single and complete projects is to install or remove temporary
bridging within streams to restore the Project workspace within waterbody banks, and to gain
access across these water resources to complete restoration work.
4i. Project Details (Project Description and Project Facilities)
Overall Project Description for ACP Restoration Project
The ACP Restoration Project consists of restoration and stabilization of a pipeline right-
of-way and associated aboveground facilities. Workspace for the Project will be required to
remove felled trees (where necessary), to access areas along the pipeline route, and to complete
final stabilization and restoration of the pipeline right-of-way and associated aboveground
facilities. Workspace for restoration within the Wilmington District will occur within the
previously approved workspace for the ACP Construction Project.
The Project workspace along upland portions of the pipeline right-of-way will typically
be 125-feet-wide in non-agricultural lands and up to 150-feet-wide in agricultural lands. In areas
of steep terrain the Project workspace includes an additional 25 feet of temporary workspace.
The ACP Restoration Project will affect 1,482 acres of land within the Wilmington
District, including the restoration right-of-way and associated additional temporary workspace
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(ATWS), aboveground facility sites, access roads, and contractor yards (see figure A-4).
Temporary access roads for the Project will vary in length, surface type, and current condition.
Proposed access roads were used or planned for use related to the ACP Construction Project and
are suitable to use for the proposed restoration work without improvement. Other roads may
require temporary improvements. Temporary improvements, where necessary, will include
widening and/or grading, adding gravel, paving, installing or replacing culverts, or trimming
overhanging vegetation or tree limbs. Widening will generally involve increasing the width of
the road up to a total of 30 feet.
The acreage and mileage of Project workspace within the Wilmington District is
summarized by type in Table 1 below. Permit areas include two waterbodies in Cumberland
County (see Appendix B, Table B-1) and riparian buffers in Halifax and Nash Counties (see
Table 4).
TABLE 1
Workspace Types Requiring Restoration, Wilmington District
Workspace Type
Acres
Centerline Miles
Full Restoration
783.66
46.70
Contractor Yard — Full Restoration
65.59
N/A
Contractor Yard — No Restoration
N/A
N/A
Tree Removal Only
373.89
30.81
Tree Felling and Removal
12.98
1.21
Access Areas - ROW
208.38
12.72
Access Areas - Roads
37.77
0.01
Restoration Schedule
The Project description for purposes of USACE NWP authorization is to access Project
locations that require restoration by temporary access across Waters of the U.S., which will
result in no more than minimal individual and cumulative adverse environmental effects impacts
on the aquatic environment.
Subject to receipt of the required permits and regulatory approvals, Atlantic anticipates
that restoration activities would commence during the 4' Quarter of 2022.
Worksbace Cateizories for Restoration
Workspace categories used to plan restoration activities include: Full Restoration,
Contractor Yard —Full Restoration, Contractor Yard —No Restoration, Tree Removal Only, Tree
Felling and Removal, and Access Areas. A description of the activities that will typically occur
within each of these categories is outlined in sections below. Workspace types at permitted
waterbody crossings are included in Appendix B, Table B-1 and maps illustrated in Appendix A,
Figure A-4. Workspace types at riparian buffers involving Project activities are included in
Table 4.
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Tree Removal Only
Areas designated as Tree Removal Only are areas where trees were previously cut and
are now lying on the ground. Limited cutting of limbs on un-felled trees and woody shrubs will
be required to access these work areas and/or remove the felled trees. Previously felled trees are
considered timber waste (i.e., slash, chips, etc.). Timber materials will be: windrowed along the
edge of the Project workspace, chipped, stacked, and/or burned, or hauled to a pre -approved
offsite disposal site according to the stipulations of tract -specific landowner agreements. Non -
merchantable cut vegetation will generally either be burned (if permitted), chipped, left piled or
otherwise within Project workspace in accordance with landowner/land management agency
agreements, or hauled offsite to an appropriate disposal location as outlined in the Timber
Removal Plan.
If burning of slash piles and woody debris is deemed necessary during the Project, it will
be done only after Atlantic has acquired applicable permits and approvals. Burning will be
conducted in accordance with state/commonwealth and local burning requirements or permits in
uplands, as described in the Fire Prevention and Suppression Plan (Section 2.9.2.4). No burning
will occur in wetlands. Ash from burning will be spread across the Project workspace. Wood
chips, mulch, and cut woody debris will be removed from wetlands unless approved by FERC
and the USACE. Additional mitigation measures related to tree felling and vegetation clearing
can be found in the Timber Removal Plan.
Equipment that may be utilized in tree removal areas could include excavators,
bulldozers, water trucks, and timber industry equipment, such as feller bunchers, harvesters,
forwarders, knuckle -boom loaders, chippers/grinders, and stump grinders. In some cases, within
the Tree Removal Only workspace, stump grinding, and grading may be required to level
workspace to establish a level operating and travel surface for operating equipment.
In Tree Removal Only workspace, Atlantic anticipates there will be minimal ground
disturbance. Grading, if necessary, will be limited to the portions of the workspace required for
truck and other heavy equipment access. Atlantic does not anticipate grading or heavy
equipment traffic in other areas. As a result, the existing root systems and understory vegetation
in these areas will be left intact and minimally disturbed. Atlantic expects this existing rootstock
and understory vegetation to quickly revegetate the affected areas once the felled timber is
removed (Bellingham, 2000; Xi and Peet, 2011). As such, Atlantic does not plan to prepare the
seedbed by scraping, plowing, or raking the soils, which would harm the existing vegetation and
slow natural revegetation. Moreover, Atlantic does not propose to seed these areas, except in
areas with steep slopes and where there are large patches of bare soil, or where grading or other
soil disturbing activities occur for access.
Tree Felling and Removal
Areas designated as Tree Felling and Removal workspace will require both the cutting of
trees and the removal of brush from the Project workspace. There will be fewer Tree Felling and
Removal areas associated with the restoration work than Tree Removal Only areas. Tree Felling
and Removal areas will generally consist of short segments of the Project workspace that are
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality — Division of Water Resources
associated with wetland and waterbody setbacks previously established to protect these areas
ahead of restoration activities. These buffers had not previously been cleared and are narrow
corridors between larger contiguous areas where tree felling previously occurred. Tree cutting or
felling, if required, will be limited to the minimum necessary to move equipment between larger
contiguous Project areas and will occur both within the limits of the approved Project workspace
and in accordance with permitted time -of -year -restriction windows. Vegetation will generally be
cut flush with the surface of the ground, leaving rootstock in place, where possible. Temporary
erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures will be installed, as needed, immediately after
sufficient clearing of workspace occurs to allow for installation of ESC measures. The felling of
trees will occur either by hand cutting with chainsaws, or mechanized forestry equipment may be
used. Procedures for removal of timber and cleaning up the workspace once trees are felled will
be the same process as what was described above for Tree Removal Only workspace.
Full Restoration
Areas designated as Full Restoration occur where clearing, grading, and in some cases
pipeline installation may have occurred. The Full Restoration workspaces consist of areas that
will require final grading, replacing topsoil where it has been segregated, preparation for seeding
and seeding of these areas, and installation of ESC devices for stabilization. These specific
activities are described in sections below (e.g., grading, backfilling, clean-up and restoration,
etc.). Restoration of these areas will follow the Project Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan
(Appendix Q.
Access Areas
Areas designated as Access Areas consist of access roads and portions of the Project
workspace that will be used primarily as a travel lane. Travel lanes along the Project workspace
represent the shortest and least impactful route between other work areas where removal of felled
trees, or full restoration is required. Impacts will be minimized within Access Areas to the extent
practicable, although some trimming of tree limbs along access roads may be required, and some
clearing of travel lanes may be required. In addition, Access Areas may also be used to store
equipment, temporarily stack timber removed from the Project workspaces, and stage materials
required for restoration activities. Ground disturbance in Access Areas is expected to be
primarily limited to the installation of temporary rock construction entrances from public roads
and the establishment of a travel lane, although minor disturbance may also occur where
materials are stored within these areas. Restoration of areas Access Areas is not expected to
require extensive work and will include the removal of mats, stored timber, and other materials
used during restoration, and where necessary, minor grading to return ground contours to pre -
disturbance conditions. Where necessary, seeding will occur as identified in restoration plans
and where recommended by the Project environmental inspectors.
Contractor Yard —Full Restoration and No Restoration
Two contractor yards for the ACP Restoration Project are located within the Wilmington
District (see Table 2). Contractor yards within the Wilmington District will require some level
of restoration work, with portions of each yard that require restoration activities and other
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portions of each yard designated for no restoration work. Atlantic will return the site as near to
pre -Project conditions as practicable. Activities at these yards will include the removal of
materials and trailers, as well as project -specific improvements and minor grading as necessary
to restore contours and grades. Activities within contractor yards will not require NWP 3 or
riparian buffer permitting.
TABLE 2
Aboveground Facilities Requiring Restoration, Wilmington District
Pipeline Facility County/ State Facility Type Facility Name Approximate MP
Halifax County, NC CY Evelyn Timber SY 30.9
Cumberland County, NC CY Hair 1 CY 143.7
Survev and Stakin
Atlantic's survey contractors will stake the limits of the Project workspace, the centerline
of the previously laid pipe sections, and other temporary workspaces, as necessary. Wetland
boundaries and other environmentally sensitive areas will also be marked at this time. The
locations of approved access roads will be flagged and marked with signs.
To prevent off -highway vehicles (OHV) from accessing the Project workspaces and
access roads, Atlantic will implement measures to restrict OHV access, if necessary. This could
include installation of OHV barriers (e.g., signs, fences, vegetation, or boulders) at appropriate
locations along the Project workspace to present physical barriers to access and to erase visual
cues signaling the presence of the pipeline corridor from the access point. At key crossing
locations, such as sensitive waterbodies, site -specific OHV blocking measures will be developed
in consultation with the land managing agencies and private landowners.
Topsoil Seareuation
Topsoil segregation is not expected to be necessary during the majority of the restoration
work but may be required in areas where excavation is necessary. In areas where topsoil
segregation is conducted, subsoil from trench excavations will be placed adjacent to the topsoil
in a separate pile to allow for proper restoration of the soil during backfilling and restoration.
Gaps will be left between the topsoil and subsoil piles to prevent stormwater runoff from backing
up or flooding. Mixing of topsoil and subsoil piles will be prevented by separating them
physically or with a mulch or silt fence barrier, where necessary and dictated by site conditions.
In areas where the operation of heavy equipment is required and topsoil segregation is not
performed, Atlantic may apply soil conditioning amendments, or other similar biotic soil media,
and may install a hydraulically applied growth media system. Exposed bedrock areas may be
treated with an erosion control system that is hydraulically applied and a system designed for
slope stabilization and revegetation.
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Grading
The Project workspace and access roads requiring improvements to operate equipment
will be graded to provide a level work surface. More extensive grading may be required in steep
side slope or vertical areas to safely accommodate equipment necessary to remove timber.
In areas disturbed by grading, ESC measures will be installed, inspected, and maintained
to minimize erosion in accordance with FERC's Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and
Maintenance Plan (Plan) and Wetland and Waterbody Construction and Mitigation Procedures
(Procedures) and state permits. The following are some of the specific design and project
mitigation measures that may be selectively implemented during restoration, where warranted by
site conditions:
• targeted management and diversion of surface water around potential slip sites,
including the use of ditches, berms, slope breakers, and/or grading;
• mitigation of surface erosion by armoring or otherwise stabilizing surface soils using
rip -rap, coir cloth, hydro seeding, mulching, and/or tracking;
• targeted management of water sources where excavation will occur, including the use
of trench breakers and/or added drainage piping in the trench;
• targeted mitigation of seeps, springs, or other subsurface water encountered along the
Project workspace using subsurface drains or other special drainage measures;
• engineering of the backfill around or within steep slope areas to dry the backfill, add
compaction, improve backfill soil strength, and reduce saturation;
• installation of targeted structures to stabilize backfill using engineered fill and,
retaining walls, Sakrete placements, key trenches, and/or shear trenches; and
• reduction in surcharge on steep slope areas by reducing excess or saturated backfill
Excavation
Excavation will be required at a limited number of locations to expose the pipeline at
road crossings where the pipeline will be abandoned in place and filled with grout, which will
occur at approximately 11 road crossings in the Wilmington District. No impacts on wetlands or
waterbodies are anticipated with these limited areas of excavation. Excavation will be completed
using a track -mounted excavator, or other similar equipment to expose the buried pipe. Trench
spoil will generally be deposited adjacent to the trench within the Project workspace. In areas
where topsoil segregation is required, subsoil from trench excavations will be placed adjacent to
the topsoil in a separate pile to allow for proper restoration of the soil during backfilling and
restoration. Although extensive excavation is not anticipated, if soil piles are long enough to
stop water flow, gaps will be left between the topsoil and subsoil piles to prevent stormwater
runoff from backing up or flooding and to prevent risk of mixing. If trench dewatering is
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality — Division of Water Resources
required during excavation, it will be conducted in accordance with the Plan and Procedures and
applicable permits and completed in a manner that will minimize erosion and prevent silt -laden
water from flowing into a wetland or waterbody.
Clean -Up and Restoration
Final cleanup will begin as soon as weather and site conditions permit. Final cleanup
(including final grading and installation of ESC devices) will be done as required by permits,
landowner requests, and as specified in the Project Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan and the
Plan and Procedures. Debris will be collected and taken to an approved disposal facility. Non-
hazardous restoration wastes, including wooden skids left behind, cleared vegetation, stumps,
and rock, will be collected and disposed of offsite unless otherwise approved by the landowner
or land management agency. Human waste will be handled and disposed of exclusively by
means of portable, self-contained toilets during all restoration activities. Waste generated during
restoration activities that contains (or at any time contained) oil, grease, solvents or other
petroleum products falls within the scope of the oil and hazardous substances control, cleanup,
and disposal procedures, in accordance with the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures
Plan (SPCC Plan), attached in Appendix D.
The Project workspace will be restored as close as possible to pre -construction contours
and elevations. Segregated topsoil will be spread over the surface of the workspace and
permanent erosion controls will be installed.
Mechanically fastened erosion control blankets, in lieu of mulch, could be installed on
steep slopes to stabilize vegetation. Grades in excess of 3:1 will be stabilized with degradable
blanket mulch such as jute mesh, wood excelsior, or fibers until the vegetation is established.
Permanent or temporary erosion control measures will include materials such as hydro mulch,
diversion ditches, water bars, check dams, and rock veneer with seeding. The material selected
is dependent on the slope as well as the method chosen.
Atlantic will implement Best In Class (BIC) Program design and operational measures
for work in steep slopes (greater than 30 percent) to minimize or eliminate slips. Restoration of
steep terrain may include: grading to the natural conditions; installation of permanent ESC
devices (i.e., slope breakers) designed to reduce runoff velocity and encourage retention of soils;
and the use of additional structural materials (e.g., rock or woody debris) to provide an anchor
for revegetation and deposition of soil. Within the BIC Program areas, restoration will be done
in accordance with the BIC Field Implementation Guide and applicable permit requirements.
Revegetation measures will be implemented in accordance with the revised Project
Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan and the Plan and Procedures or as directed by the appropriate
land managing agency. Disturbed, non -cultivated work areas will be stabilized and seeded as
soon as possible after final grading, weather and soil conditions permitting, subject to the
recommended seeding dates for the seed mixes used to revegetate different areas along the
Project. Seeding will stabilize the soil, improve the appearance of the area disturbed by
restoration, and in some cases, restore native flora. Atlantic has proposed seed mixes based on
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the recommendations from consultations with state and federal agencies. These seed mixes are
described in more detail in the Project Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan (Appendix Q.
Permits and Authorizations
A summary of other applicable federal, state, and local environmental permits evaluated
for the ACP Restoration Project is provided in Table 3.
TABLES
Federal, State, and Local Authorizations for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Agency
Permit/Approval/Clearance
Status
FEDERAL
Federal Aviation
Notice of Proposed Construction or
No restoration activities are planned at the
Administration
Authorization
communication tower sites. Therefore, this
authorization is no longer required.
Federal Communications
Application for Wireless
No restoration activities are planned at the
Commission
Telecommunications Bureau Radio
communication tower sites. Therefore, this
Service Authority
authorization is no longer required.
National Oceanic and
Consultation under Section 7 of the
Restoration activities are covered under the consultation
Atmospheric Administration;
Endangered Species Act and Section 305
completed in September 2017.
National Marine Fisheries
of the Magnuson -Stevens Act
Service
Consultation under the Marine Mammal
Restoration activities are covered under the consultation
Protection Act
completed in July 2016.
National Park Service
Right -of -Way Grant and Special Use
No restoration activities are planned on National Park
Permit to cross the Blue Ridge Parkway
Service lands. Therefore, this authorization is no longer
required.
U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers
Wilmington Districts Department of the Army Permits Section Atlantic is providing the enclosed materials for this
404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 authorization.
of the Rivers and Harbors Act
Wilmington District Section 107 of the Rivers and Harbors Act No restoration activities are planned in these areas.
(408 Permission) at Cape Fear River Therefore, this authorization is no longer required.
Crossing
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
West Virginia, Virginia,
Consultation under Section 7 of the
Biological Assessment was submitted by FERC to the
and North Carolina
Endangered Species Act
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on November 5, 2021,
Ecological Field Services
initiating formal consultation.
Offices
Virginia Ecological Field
Short -Term Eagle Incidental Take Permit
No restoration activities are planned proximate to
Services Office
known eagle nests. Therefore, this authorization is no
longer required.
Advisory Council on
Consultation under Section 106 of the
Restoration activities are covered under the
Historic Preservation
NHPA
programmatic agreement finalized in January 2018.
NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina Department
of Environmental Quality
(NCDEQ)
Division of Air Quality
Air Permit — Stationary Source
The proposed compressor station will not be
Construction and Operation Permit
constructed. Therefore this authorization is no longer
required.
Division of Water
Water Quality Certificate under Section
Atlantic is providing the enclosed materials for this
Resources
401 of the Clean Water Act
authorization.
Riparian Zone Buffer Authorization
Atlantic is providing the enclosed materials for this
authorization.
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TABLES
Federal, State, and Local Authorizations for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Agency
Permit/Approval/Clearance
Status
North Carolina
General Permit to Discharge Stormwater
A modification package will be submitted in Q4 2021.
Department of Natural and
under the National Pollutant Discharge
Approval is anticipated in Q2 2022.
Cultural Resources,
Elimination System Resources; General
Division of Energy,
Permit to Construction a Linear Utility
Mineral, and Land.
Line and Associated Incidental Built -Up
Area
North Carolina State
Consultation under Section 106 of the
Restoration activities are covered under the
Historic Preservation
National Historic Preservation Act
programmatic agreement finalized in January 2018.
Office
Counties
Floodplain Permits
Restoration activities are covered under the floodplains
permits received for the construction project.
a Since 1995, the GWNF in central western Virginia and the Jefferson National Forest in southwestern Virginia have been
administratively combined as the single : George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, managed by a single Forest Supervisor.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
Atlantic completed wetland and waterbody field surveys to identify and delineate
wetlands and waterbodies along the ACP Construction Project pipeline construction corridors,
access roads, and other work areas between 2014 and 2018. In July 2021, Environmental
Resources Management (ERM), on behalf of Atlantic, reviewed areas where direct impacts on
wetlands and waterbodies will be required as part of restoration activities to verify/update the
previously identified conditions. Surveys were completed by staff from ERM, and contracted
staff from Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.
The 2021 field reviews were conducted using protocols described in the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual (USACE, 1987), the Regional Supplement to
the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region
(Version 2.0) (USACE, 2010). Wetland boundaries were verified/updated using the routine
onsite determination method described in the Regional Supplements and utilizing the National
Wetland Plant List: 2020 (Federal Register, 2020) for determination of plant indicator status, and
the Classification of Wetlands and Deepwater Habitats of the United States (Cowardin, 1979) to
classify wetlands. According to the USACE 1987 Wetland Manual, three criteria or parameters
are considered during a wetland delineation, and for a plant community to be considered a
wetland it must have: a predominance of hydrophytic vegetation; indications of wetland
hydrology; and the presence of hydric soils under normal circumstances (i.e., where naturally
problematic conditions or disturbances are absent). Wetland determination data forms were
completed at sample points within each wetland community type (i.e., Cowardin classification)
making up the wetland or wetland complex, along with a minimum of one corresponding upland
community sample point.
Waterbodies visited during the 2021 field reviews included linear features such as
streams and rivers. Field determinations of linear waterbodies were identified as any channel
that possessed an "ordinary high water mark". The 2021 field reviews were conducted in
accordance with the USACE Regulatory Guidance Letter No. 05-05 for Ordinary High Water
Mark Identification (USACE, 2005).
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Linear waterbodies were classified into one of three regimes according to the definitions
provided by the USACE for the Nationwide Permit Program in Code of Federal Regulations 33
Part 330:
Perennial Stream — "A perennial stream has flowing water year round during a typical
year. The water table is located above the stream bed for most of the year.
Groundwater is the primary source of water for stream flow. Runoff from rainfall is a
supplemental source of water for stream flow."
• Intermittent Stream — "An intermittent stream has flowing water during certain times
of the year, when groundwater provides water for stream flow. During dry periods,
intermittent streams may not have flowing water. Runoff from rainfall is a
supplemental source of water for stream flow."
• Ephemeral Stream — "An ephemeral stream has flowing water only during, and for a
short duration after, precipitation events in a typical year. Ephemeral stream beds are
located above the water table year round. Groundwater is not a source of water for
the stream. Runoff from rainfall is the primary source of water for stream flow."
Waterbody data were recorded using a project -specific datasheet developed by ERM to
document hydrologic characteristics and other physical conditions needed to support the
permitting effort and restoration activities. Datasheets from the 2021 field reviews for the
waterbodies in Table B-1, in Appendix B, are provided in Appendix E.
6. Future Project Plans
See Section C.6 of the PCN Form.
D. PROPOSED IMPACTS INVENTORY
The ACP Restoration Project will require a total of two single and complete projects
across waters of the U.S. in North Carolina, detailed within Appendix B, Table B-1. Table B-1
provides details of waterbodies that include location information, HUC 8 codes, state special
designations, tributary information, and an analysis of impacts proposed. The Project crosses a
total of 4 HUC 8 watersheds across North Carolina. The HUC 8 watersheds and the impacts
anticipated for wetlands and waterbodies crossed by the Project workspace are also provided
Table B-1. No permanent loss to wetlands or waterbodies is anticipated for the restoration
activities. Atlantic has also provided Table B-2, in Appendix B, which includes wetlands and
waterbodies that occur within Project workspace, but will either be avoided or have been
confirmed through consultation with USACE to not trigger permit requirements (e.g., removal of
temporary mats).
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Access Roads and Aboveground Facilities
Atlantic has designed access roads to minimize impacts on waterbody and wetlands.
Culverts will be installed to conform to NWP Regional Condition 3.6 Safe Passage
Requirements for Culvert Placement.
1. Impacts Summary
Wetland Impacts
No wetland impacts are proposed for the Project.
Stream Impacts
Impacts on waterbodies are summarized in Appendix B, Table B-1. No Section 10
Waters will be impacted by the Project.
Open Water Impacts
No open water impacts are proposed for the Project.
Pond or Lake Construction
No pond, lake, or impoundments are proposed to be constructed as part of the Project in
North Carolina. Therefore, NWP 2017-2022 condition 8, which refers to impoundment of
"waters of the U.S." and NWP 2017-2022 condition 24, which refers to dam safety are not
applicable to the Project.
Buffer Impacts (for NCDEQ)
The ACP Restoration Project will require working in riparian buffers within the Neuse
and Tar -Pamlico river basins (Appendix A, Figure A-6). Waterbodies subject to the riparian
buffer rules were determined in consultation with the NCDEQ during the ACP Construction
Project. Activities planned within riparian buffers include those previously outlined for Full
Restoration, Access Areas, Tree Removal Only, and Access Roads. Atlantic previously
compensated the NCDEQ for impacts associated with over one million square feet of riparian
mitigation for the ACP Construction Project. Table 4 below lists each of the regulated riparian
buffers crossed by ACP Restoration Project workspace and summarizes maximum square
footage of impacts. Overall impacts within riparian buffers will be significantly less than what
Atlantic previously had compensated the NCDEQ. Therefore, Atlantic does not propose
additional compensatory mitigation for minor riparian buffer impacts proposed for restoration
activities.
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TABLE 4
Riparian Buffers Within ACP Restoration Project Workspace
Impacts Planned
Zone 1 Outside
Zone 2 Outside
Associated
to Associated
Wetlands
Wetlands
Milepost
Feature ID
Feature'
Workspace Type
Square Feet"
Square Feet"
18.5
sh1g009
Avoid
Full Restoration
46,666
29,284
18.5
shlb050
Avoid
Full Restoration
9,742
6,715
20.0
sh1h008
Avoid
Full Restoration
0
0
20.5
sh1h007
Avoid
Full Restoration
7,345
4,925
22.8
sh1h016
Avoid
Full Restoration
710
3,807
24.0
sh1g012
Avoid
Full Restoration
3,546
2,432
Full Restoration / Access
25.0
shlb100
Avoid
Areas - Right -of -Way
0
0
27.7
sh1h012
Avoid
Full Restoration
0
0
29.0
shh001
Avoid
Full Restoration
0
285
29.8
shla001
Avoid
Full Restoration
0
80
31.2
shlo001
Avoid
Full Restoration
30
999
31.2
shlo002
Avoid
Full Restoration
0
1,124
33.4
shlh022
Avoid
Access Areas - Roads
818
45
34.8
snag002
Avoid
Full Restoration
0
1,799
40.9
snah006
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
3,900
2,663
41.6
snah005
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
2,204
2,609
41.7
snah004
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
11
748
44.4
snabl05
Offline
Tree Removal Only
0
230
44.5
snac001
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
848
3,366
45.4
onac002
Offline
Tree Removal Only
0
0
47.2
snah008
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
6,158
4,900
49.5
snah017
Avoid
Full Restoration
9,309
6,023
Tree Removal Only / Access
51.5
snag009
Avoid
Areas - Right -of -Way
2,900
4,026
51.5
snag011
Offline
Tree Removal Only
0
2
Tree Removal Only / Access
52.0
onag002
Offline
Areas - Roads
5,200
3,111
52.0
onag004
Offline
Access Areas - Roads
4,673
2,231
52.0
snab101
Offline
Access Areas - Roads
1,661
1,659
53.3
snah021
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
0
32
54.8
snah020
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
0
0
56.3
snah024
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
0
0
56.7
snah022
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
0
0
57.1
snah019
Avoid
Tree Removal Only
0
0
58.8
snap004
Avoid
Full Restoration
3,493
4,262
TOTALS
109,217
87,357
a
Waterbodies that are avoided may still have restoration activities that occur within
the upland riparian buffers associated with
the feature. In addition, waterbodies that are not crossed by workspace (offline features) may still have portion of their
associated riparian
buffers where restoration activities occur.
b
Riparian buffers that intersect wetlands did
not require compensatory mitigation and were therefore not counted in overall riparian
buffer impacts that required mitigation. Where riparian buffers fully overlap with
wetlands the square footage has been zeroed
out to reflect this.
Wetlands are regulated otherwise by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and State.
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E. IMPACT JUSTIFICATION AND MITIGATION
1. Avoidance and Minimization
Selection of the ACP Construction Project route and design of workspace leading up to
construction involved years' worth of input from agencies and landowners, FERC National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review, and adopting alternatives, avoidance measures, and
mitigation to minimize impacts. The ACP Restoration Project will work to restore workspace
within the footprint of the areas impacted by the ACP Construction Project. In planning the ACP
Restoration Project, Atlantic evaluated the work activities in relation to wetland and waterbody
crossings within the Wilmington District to avoid and minimize impacts. Atlantic identified a
number of land tracts where tree felling had occurred and landowners or land management
agencies preferred the felled trees to be left in place. Atlantic determined that removing trees
from many of these areas would result in more environmental impact than leaving the felled trees
in place. As a result, Atlantic is proposing to avoid tree removal work in these areas. In
addition, Atlantic has adjusted the workspace necessary to complete the restoration work and as
a result Atlantic will avoid impacts on 136 waterbodies and 3 wetlands within the Wilmington
District that would have otherwise been affected (Appendix B, Table B-2).
ACP is a FERC regulated project and subject to certain procedures to avoid and minimize
impacts on wetlands, streams, and other waters crossings to satisfy FERC's own NEPA
requirements that also include minimization of environmental impacts. These procedures are
outlined in the Plan and Procedures and are applicable to all FERC regulated pipelines. Despite
Atlantic's efforts to avoid and minimize impacts, there will be some impacts that cannot be
avoided. However, permanent loss impacts have all been reduced to temporary impacts that will
be restored to the maximum extent practicable to pre -impact conditions after restoration
activities are complete.
Impacts on waterbodies by the Project in the Wilmington District will include
construction of temporary waterbody crossings for equipment access that may require in -stream
bridging supports. Appendix B, Table B-1 provides a detailed list of waterbodies that will be
impacted by the Project within the Wilmington District. Stream crossings will be scheduled to
comply with the applicable in -water work timing restrictions, unless a waiver is requested and
approved by the permitting agency.
Temporary equipment bridges will be installed across waterbodies in accordance with the
Procedures to allow restoration equipment and personnel to cross. The bridges may include
clean rock fill over culverts, timber mats supported by flumes, railcar flatbeds, flexi-float
apparatuses, or other types of spans. Construction equipment will be required to use the bridges,
except that the clearing and bridge installation crews will be allowed one pass through
waterbodies before bridges are installed. The temporary bridges will be removed when
construction and restoration activities are complete. Some grubbing or grading may be required
through the riparian buffer within 25 feet of the waterbody; however, additional ESC measures
will be installed to protect these waterbodies. Additionally, no grubbing will occur between
November 16 and April 1 within 50 feet of any stream containing known occurrences of
federally listed, proposed, or under review species.
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ATWS will be required on both sides of waterbody crossings to stage construction
equipment and store construction materials. The ATWS will be located at least 50 feet away
from the water's edge at each waterbody (with the exception of site -specific modifications as
requested by Atlantic and approved by the FERC and other applicable agencies).
The stream banks will be restored as near as practicable to preconstruction conditions and
stabilized. Stabilization measures will include seeding, installation of erosion control blankets,
as appropriate. Temporary erosion controls will be installed immediately following bank
restoration. Where bare soil is present (e.g., Full Restoration workspace) temporary sediment
barriers will be installed and maintained around disturbed areas as outlined in the Plan and
Procedures. In some cases, temporary sediment barriers will be placed across the right-of-way
adjacent to waterbodies and within ATWS to minimize the potential for sediment runoff. ESC
measures located across the working side of the right-of-way will be removed during the day
when vehicle traffic is present, and will be replaced each night. Alternatively, drivable berms
may be installed and maintained across the right-of-way in lieu of silt fences and/or straw bales,
where necessary. Upon completion of restoration activities, Atlantic will install approved
permanent erosion control measures at stream crossing locations to provide long-term protection
of water quality according to the Plan and Procedures and all permit requirements. The
waterbody crossing area will be inspected and maintained until restoration of vegetation is
complete.
As required in the Procedures and the SPCC Plan, hazardous materials, chemicals,
lubricating oils, and fuels used during restoration work will be stored in upland areas at least
100 feet from wetlands and waterbodies. Refueling of equipment will be conducted at least
100 feet from wetlands and waterbodies, whenever possible. However, there will be certain
instances where equipment refueling and lubricating may be necessary near waterbodies. The
SPCC Plan addresses the handling of fuel and other materials associated with the Project. As
required by the Procedures, the SPCC Plan will be available during construction on each
construction spread.
The impacts associated with restoration work are planned to occur in an expedient and
efficient manner such that impacts on the waterbody and its banks are temporary in nature.
Appendix B, Table B-1 summarizes the impacts on waterbodies by the HUC 8 watershed for the
ACP in the Wilmington District. Based on the short duration and distant nature of the waterbody
crossings, Atlantic anticipates that cumulative impacts will result in no more than minimal
adverse environmental effects impacts on the watersheds crossed. Impacts on waterbodies due to
restoration work are expected to be temporary in nature. Waterbody bed and banks will be
restored to preconstruction contours after construction.
See Appendix F — Tables F-1, F-2, and F-3 for a list of General, Regional, conditions for
NWP 3 and how Atlantic will comply with the conditions. In addition, Atlantic will comply with
the conditions of Water Quality General Certification No. 4132 as outlined in Appendix F —
Table F-4.
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2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts on Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
No permanent loss of Waters of the U.S. is planned to complete restoration activities
within the Wilmington District. Atlantic previously compensated for permanent losses of
wetlands and waterbodies and conversion of wetland type within the maintained right-of-way
planned as part of the ACP Construction Project. Atlantic purchased adequate stream and
wetland mitigation credits through the purchase of commercially available mitigation credits
from an agency -approved mitigation bank. Many of these impacts did not occur. Following
restoration, the workspace will not be maintained and will be allowed to follow a secondary
successional trajectory toward the appropriate climax community. Given no additional loss
impacts or permanent conversion impacts are proposed, no compensatory mitigation is required
for restoration activities within the Wilmington District.
Riparian buffer mitigation was addressed during the ACP Construction Project. No
further compensatory mitigation is proposed for the ACP Restoration Project.
F. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND DIFFUSE FLOW PLAN (REQUIRED
BY NCDEQ)
Atlantic has developed ESC plans that incorporate requirements in the Plan, Procedures
and North Carolina -specific ESC regulations. Atlantic has coordinated with and will continue to
coordinate with the NCDEQ regarding the applicability of post -Project stormwater management
requirements and erosion and sediment control permitting for the Project.
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
Atlantic is currently coordinating with local and state agencies in North Carolina
regarding the applicability of post -construction stormwater management requirements and
erosion and sediment control permitting for the Project. Diffuse flow plans, if necessary, will be
submitted as part of the post -construction stormwater management permitting for the project.
Atlantic applied for and received Post -Construction Storm Water Permits from NCDEQ, Nash
County, Town of Nashville, and Town of Smithfield for access roads, pipe yards, and contractor
yards during the ACP Construction Project, and will retain these permits as active until the ACP
Restoration Project is completed.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
Due to the nature of the ACP Restoration Project, the intention is to restore disturbed
areas to existing condition and the post -Project hydrologic condition will be equivalent to pre -
construction conditions. Atlantic will be submitting updated ESC drawings to regional NCDEQ
(Raleigh and Fayetteville) staff for review. Atlantic also applied for and received Post -
Construction Storm Water Permits from NCDEQ, Nash County, Town of Nashville, and Town
of Smithfield for access roads, pipe yards, and contractor yards during the ACP Construction
Project, and will retain these permits as active until the ACP Restoration Project is completed.
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G. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
1. Environmental Documentation
Atlantic filed an application with FERC for a Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity under Section 7(c) of the Natural Gas Act on September 18, 2015. A final
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) was published in July 2017, and FERC issued an order
dated October 13, 2017 authorizing the ACP Construction Project. FERC published a draft
supplemental EIS on July 23, 2021 to assesses the potential impacts that would result from the
Restoration Project. A final supplemental EIS is anticipated December 17, 2021; an order is
anticipated by Q3 2022. Atlantic will perform the proposed restoration activities pursuant to the
FERC order and restoration requirements.
2. Violations (NCDEQ Requirement)
See Section G2 of the PCN Form.
3. Cumulative Impacts
The purpose of the Project is to restore areas where work was completed as part of the
ACP Construction Project. The Project will not involve additional permanent development that
could affect downstream water quality. Impacts proposed for the ACP Restoration Project are
temporary and each single and complete project of waters of the U.S. is summarized in Appendix
B, Table B-1. In addition, Project impacts by HUC 8 watershed are also provided in Table C-1.
4. Sewage Disposal (NCDEQ Requirement)
See Section G4 of the PCN Form.
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (USAGE Requirement)
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires federal agencies to verify that any
actions authorized, funded, or carried out by the agencies do not jeopardize the continued
existence of a federally listed threatened or endangered species, or result in the destruction or
adverse modification of designated critical habitat for a federally listed species. The law is
jointly administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), which is responsible for
terrestrial and freshwater species, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries), which is responsible for marine and
anadromous species. As the lead federal agency for authorizing the ACP, FERC is required to
coordinate with the USFWS and NOAA Fisheries to determine whether federally listed
endangered or threatened species or designated critical habitat are found in the vicinity of the
projects, and to evaluate the potential effects of the proposed actions on those species or critical
habitat.
For actions involving major construction activities with the potential to affect listed
species or designated critical habitat, the FERC must report its findings to the USFWS and
NOAA Fisheries in a Biological Assessment for those species that could be affected. If it is
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determined that the proposed action is likely to adversely affect listed species or designated
critical habitat, the FERC is required to initiate formal consultation with the appropriate federal
agency.
Table 5 provides a summary of the federally listed species that have the potential to occur
on the ACP Restoration Project in the Wilmington District. This species list was compiled based
on a query of the USFWS Information, Planning and Conservation project planning system that
was completed in June 2021, supplemented by prior agency technical assistance letters, and
agency meetings and correspondence. The probable presence of listed species was further
evaluated by reviewing publicly available and requested data from state/commonwealth Natural
Heritage Inventory databases, fish distribution spatial data, Natural Hydrology Dataset and
National Wetlands Inventory data, topographic maps, and aerial photographs. Species -specific
field surveys, wetland and waterbody delineations, karst surveys, and habitat assessments
conducted within the Restoration Project areas during the ACP Construction Project were also
utilized to support this PCN.
TABLE 5
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Federally Listed Species with Potential to Occur on the ACP Restoration Project within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers —
Wilmington District
Species
Status a
Areas of Potential Occurrence
Bird
Red -cockaded Woodpecker (Picoides borealis)
E
Cumberland, Halifax, and Nash Counties
Fish
Carolina madtom (Noturus furiosus)
E; DCH
Halifax and Nash Counties
Freshwater Mussels
Atlantic pigtoe (Fusconaia masoni)
PT; PCH
Halifax and Nash Counties
Dwarf Wedgemussel (Alasmidonta heterodon)
E
Halifax and Nash Counties
Tar River Spinymussel (Elliptio steinstansana)
E
Halifax and Nash Counties
Green floater (Lasmigona subviridis)
UR
Halifax and Nash Counties
Yellow Lance (Elliptio lanceolata)
T; DCH
Halifax and Nash Counties
Invertebrate
Saint Francis' Satyr (Neonympha mitchelliifrancisci)
E
Cumberland County
Chowanoke crayfish (Orconectes virginiensis)
UR
Halifax County
Plants
American Chaffseed (Schwalba americana)
E
Cumberland County
Michaux's Sumac (Rhus michauxii)
E
Cumberland and Nash Counties
Pondberry (Lindera melissifolia)
E
Cumberland County
Rough -leaved Loosestrife (Lysimachia asperulifolia)
E
Cumberland County
Reptiles
American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis)
T
Cumberland County
Amphibians
Neuse River waterdog (Necturus lewisi)
T; DCH
Halifax and Nash Counties
a Abbreviations for species federal status include:
endangered (E), threatened (T), designated critical habitat (DCH), proposed
threatened (PT), proposed critical habitat (PCH), and under review (UR).
Atlantic has prepared and coordinated a draft Restoration Project BA with the USFWS,
including regional and local offices, and FERC formally initiated consultation with the USFWS
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on November 5, 2021. Atlantic anticipates that the consultation between FERC, as the lead
federal agency, and the USFWS is scheduled to be completed and a final Biological Opinion
available for the USACE record by Q3 of 2022.
Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
Atlantic will comply with the applicable portions of both the Migratory Birds Treaty Act
(MBTA) and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA). Where tree clearing is
required, Atlantic plans to clear the Project workspace outside of the migratory bird nesting
season to reduce potential impacts on migratory birds and other sensitive species. In the event
that clearing is necessary within the nesting season, Atlantic will avoid impacts on nests
observed within the Project workspace in accordance with the MBTA. In the event that an active
bald eagle nest is identified in the vicinity of the Project, Atlantic will adhere to the requirements
of the National Bald Eagle Management guidelines to minimize potential impacts on nesting
eagles. Atlantic coordinated earlier drafts for the ACP with the USFWS and submitted a
Migratory Bird Plan to describe measures it has implemented or will implement to avoid and
minimize potential impacts on migratory birds, including bald and golden eagles, consistent with
the MBTA and BGEPA.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (USACE Requirement)
Atlantic consulted with NOAA Fisheries' Southeast and Northeast Regional Offices to
introduce the ACP and request technical assistance (Dominion, 2014a; Dominion, 2014b). In
their reply, the Southeast Regional Office concurred with Atlantic that no Essential Fish Habitat
(EFH) would be affected by the proposed ACP in North Carolina because the AP-2 mainline
route does not cross or pass near EFH. In addition, the AP-3 mainline did not cross or pass near
EFH in North Carolina. As the restoration work will occur within these same routes, no EFH will
be affected.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (USACE Requirement)
The ACP Construction Project was a FERC 7c regulated project and the USACE
participated in the pre -filing process as a cooperating agency. FERC, as the lead Federal agency
for the project, coordinated with the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office for the
review of compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, as well as
coordinated its government -to -government consultation with federally recognized Indian Tribes.
Project introduction letters were sent to 21 federally recognized Indian Tribes. As noted in Table
3, the Section 106 consultation process culminated in a Programmatic Agreement in January
2018, in which USACE was a participating agency and signatory. The ACP Restoration Project
will adhere to all requirements of the Programmatic Agreement. In addition, Atlantic will
implement the Project Plans for Unanticipated Discovery of Historic Properties or Human
Remains while completing restoration activities (Appendix G).
The area of potential effect (APE) for archaeological sites was defined horizontally as the
proposed pipeline corridor and associated workspace, footprints of aboveground facility sites,
and footprints of other work areas; and vertically as the maximum depth of trenching and other
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excavations or the depth to which evidence of human occupation could be found. The APE for
aboveground historic resources was defined to include the proposed pipeline corridor and
associated workspace, footprints of aboveground facility sites, and footprints of other work
areas. The APE for aboveground historic resources also included viewsheds to and from historic
sites along or near the proposed facilities. The linear extent of the viewsheds varied by site
depending on changes in topography, vegetation cover, and the presence of structures or other
obstructions in sight lines to and from aboveground historic resources.
Tribal Coordination
FERC coordinated its government -to -government consultation with federally recognized
Indian Tribes as part of the ACP Construction Project Section 106 consultation process. Letters
were sent to federally recognized Indian Tribes that might have interest in the ACP Construction
Project area based on historic information. The federally recognized Indian tribes that were
contacted are listed below:
1. Absentee -Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma;
2. Catawba Indian Nation;
3. Cherokee Nation;
4. Chickahominy Tribe;
5. Delaware Nation;
6. Delaware Tribe of Indians;
7. Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians;
8. Eastern Chickahominy Tribe
9. Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma;
10. Monacan Indian Nation;
11. Nansemond Tribe
12. Pamunkey Tribe;
13. Rappahannock Tribe;
14. Seneca -Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma;
15. Seneca Nation of Indians;
16. Shawnee Tribe;
17. Stockbridge Munsee Community;
18. Tonawanda Band of Seneca Indians of New York;
19. Tuscarora Nation of New York;
20. United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians; and
21. Upper Mattaponi Tribe.
Atlantic contacted state recognized tribes in the ACP Construction Project area in
Virginia and North Carolina. The following seven state recognized tribes identified by the North
Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs were contacted:
1. Coharie Tribe;
2. Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe;
3. Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina;
4. Meherrin Indian Tribe;
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5. Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation;
6. Sappony Tribe; and
7. Waccamaw Siouan Tribe.
The following state recognized tribes identified by the Secretary of the Commonwealth of
Virginia Commission of Indian Affairs were contacted for the ACP Construction Project:
1. Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Tribe;
2. Mattoponi Tribe;
3. Nottoway Tribe; and
4. Patawomeck Tribe.
There are no state recognized Indian tribes in West Virginia.
Atlantic sent introductory letters to the Indian tribes that included a project description
and location maps, and invited each tribe to comment on the ACP Construction Project. In
addition, the letters requested input from each of the tribes regarding the potential of construction
activities to affect archaeological sites, burials, and traditional cultural properties of concern to
each tribe. Atlantic received confirmation of delivery of all of the letters. Communication with
the tribes was completed as part of the Section 106 consultation process.
8. Flood Zone Designation (USACE Requirement)
The Project will cross several Federal Emergency Management Agency -designated 100-
year floodplains throughout North Carolina, see Figure A-5. However, the ACP Restoration
Project will not require placing permanent fill or structures within floodplains, therefore no
floodplain permitting is anticipated for the Project.
H. SECTION 408 AUTHORIZATION
No USACE Civil Works Projects will be impacted by the ACP Restoration Project in the
Wilmington District, therefore, Section 408 Authorization is not required.
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit
Pre -Construction Notification
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Water Quality
APPENDIX B
WATERBODY CROSSING IMPACT TABLE (TABLE B-1)
WETLANDS AND WATERBODIES WITHIN PROJECT WORKSPACE
EITHER AVOIDED OR NO PERMIT REQUIRED
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TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `, d
Latitude
Longitude
AP-2
0.31
wnra002e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.540960
-77.511219
0.35
snrh005
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.540620
-77.506420
0.71
wnra00le
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.535335
-77.513362
0.97
wnrhOI le
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.530939
-77.514919
1.10
snrh007
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.529810
-77.515660
1.25
wnrhOlOe
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.527965
-77.516996
1.47
wnrh009e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.525042
-77.518543
1.65
wnrh008e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.522615
-77.519955
1.90
wnrh007e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.519590
-77.522011
1.92
snrh006
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.519130
-77.522090
3.11
wnro00le
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.503251
-77.526256
3.41
wnrh012e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.500682
-77.530633
3.54
wnrg00le
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.498734
-77.531042
3.71
wnrg002e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.496397
-77.532102
5.17
wnrp023f
PFO
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.484875
-77.549658
6.68
wnrp019e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.465422
-77.551510
8.09
wnrg005e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.444944
-77.549791
8.43
snrh010
Intermittent
Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
36.442030
-77.559170
8.59
wnrg006s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.437984
-77.552001
8.59
snrh009
Perennial
Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
36.439540
-77.558690
8.59
snrg002
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.437820
-77.552010
8.92
snrg003
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.433300
-77.553850
9.68
wnrh005e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.423359
-77.558426
9.68
snrh004
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.423150
-77.558270
10.22
whlh002s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.416468
-77.563119
10.82
whlh003s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.409124
-77.569018
11.51
whlc002s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.403431
-77.577636
11.55
shlo004
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.403330
-77.578560
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
11.76
whlc003e
PEM
Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.402593
-77.582251
11.82
whlc004s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.402257
-77.583312
11.86
oh1c001
Open Water
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.401510
-77.583650
11.91
whlc005e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.401307
-77.584482
11.97
whlc006f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.400255
-77.584366
11.97
whlc006e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.400255
-77.584366
12.00
sh1c003
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.400140
-77.584890
12.01
shlc004i
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.399650
-77.584690
12.50
sh1c002
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.393000
-77.585170
12.55
sh1c001
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.392520
-77.584810
12.89
wh1c00le
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.388203
-77.588130
13.14
wh1g00ls
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.384703
-77.589313
13.40
shlo003
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.381390
-77.591070
1
Project
Segment/
MP
13.85
13.85
13.87
14.17
14.20
14.25
14.28
14.38
14.75
14.81
15.00
15.00
15.42
15.77
15.82
16.00
16.18
16.36
18.04
18.31
18.68
18.74
18.78
19.02
19.07
19.74
20.07
20.55
20.55
20.55
20.94
20.99
21.14
21.24
21.46
21.77
21.99
22.10
22.39
22.60
22.65
22.71
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Feature ID A
whlf002e
sh1f001
whlf003e
sh1f002
whlf004s
sh1f003
sh1h003
sh1h004
sh1p002
wh1p001 f
wh1p002s
sh1p004
wh1p004s
whlf007s
sh1f004
whlf008s
whlf009e
whlg005s
whlg008e
whlg009f
sh1g008
whlb050e
sh1g007
sh1g009
shlb050
whlhOlOs
whlg020f
whlh009e
whlh009e
sh1h008
whlh008e
sh1h007
whlg012e
whlg012e
sh1h019
whlh032s
whlh032s
whlh03l s
whlh030s
whlb 103s
whlh027e
whlh027s
Waterbody
Regime/
Cowardin "
PEM
Perennial
PEM
Intermittent
PSS
Ephemeral
Perennial
Perennial
Perennial
PFO
PSS
Perennial
PSS
PSS
Perennial
PSS
PEM
PSS
PEM
PFO
Ephemeral
PEM
Intermittent
Perennial
Perennial
PSS
PFO
PEM
PEM
Perennial
PEM
Intermittent
PEM
PEM
Intermittent
PSS
PSS
PSS
PSS
PSS
PEM
PSS
Restoration Workspace Type
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Tree Removal Only
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Access Areas - Roads
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
Full Restoration
2,
Proposed Restoration
Activities within
Wetland/Waterbody
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
No impacts proposed.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Install and/or remove mats.
Latitude
36.377050
36.376960
36.377023
36.374930
36.374683
36.374290
36.373830
36.373730
36.370490
36.369227
36.369434
36.369350
36.367173
36.362210
36.362170
36.359269
36.356718
36.354104
36.337139
36.333302
36.328470
36.327440
36.326900
36.323990
36.323430
36.314782
36.308059
36.305632
36.305632
36.305620
36.300988
36.300360
36.298019
36.296748
36.294350
36.290832
36.288012
36.286689
36.283307
36.281223
36.279980
36.279309
Longitude
-77.593699
-77.593740
-77.594132
-77.598730
-77.599327
-77.600100
-77.601200
-77.602320
-77.607010
-77.607778
-77.611549
-77.611450
-77.618332
-77.619741
-77.619720
-77.621152
-77.622152
-77.623063
-77.639879
-77.642327
-77.645160
-77.646905
-77.644480
-77.646570
-77.648770
-77.652982
-77.652016
-77.662065
-77.662065
-77.662050
-77.664952
-77.665060
-77.664354
-77.664929
-77.667450
-77.670531
-77.672876
-77.674025
-77.676913
-77.678501
-77.679678
-77.680429
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID A
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
23.19
whlh028s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.273089
-77.685090
23.27
sh1h016
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.272740
-77.685600
23.58
whlh029s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.268201
-77.689210
24.06
whlg019e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.263451
-77.693793
24.07
shla002
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.263300
-77.693900
24.49
whlg018e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.259211
-77.697883
24.51
sh1g012
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.258240
-77.698670
24.86
wh1g017s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.254154
-77.702332
25.11
wh1g016s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.251375
-77.704856
25.23
whlg015s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.249828
-77.706353
25.44
whlb 100s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.247431
-77.708689
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Full
25.49
shlb 100
Intermittent
No impacts proposed.
36.246690
-77.709160
Restoration
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Full
25.50
whlb 100s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.246733
-77.709214
Restoration
25.69
wh1g014s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.244642
-77.711573
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Full
25.93
whlg013s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.241747
-77.713860
Restoration
26.98
whlbOl4s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.229036
-77.723766
27.38
shlb010
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.224500
-77.728090
28.23
shlb012
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.215690
-77.738440
28.24
whlbOl6s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.215620
-77.738496
29.47
shlr001
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.208680
-77.756410
29.47
whlbOl7s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.208664
-77.756557
29.47
whlg02le
PEM
Access Areas - Roads
Install and/or remove mats.
36.211785
-77.757469
29.61
whlbOl8s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.207159
-77.757840
29.87
whlbOl9f
PFO
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.203539
-77.759208
29.87
whlbOl9s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.203539
-77.759208
30.27
whlh020s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.197961
-77.761172
30.29
shla001
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.197660
-77.761140
30.69
whlbO24s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.191991
-77.763046
30.99
whlh025s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.188153
-77.765527
31.07
shlb015
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.187430
-77.766380
31.46
whlh026s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.182595
-77.770303
31.55
shlh020
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.181470
-77.770910
31.69
shlo001
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.179820
-77.772380
31.71
whlo00ls
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.179651
-77.772865
31.71
shlo002
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.179520
-77.772680
32.09
whlh02ls
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.174667
-77.775258
32.52
whlh023s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.169020
-77.777778
33.22
shlb013
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.160490
-77.784430
33.33
shlb014
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.159170
-77.785510
33.82
whlgOlOe
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.153016
-77.789924
34.02
sh1h022
Perennial
Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
36.152270
-77.795680
3
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID A
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
34.02
whlh034f
PFO
Access Areas - Roads
Install and/or remove mats.
36.152339
-77.795908
35.27
snag003
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.134900
-77.802320
35.28
wnag00le
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.134821
-77.802551
35.28
snag002
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.134840
-77.802670
35.46
wnag002e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.132703
-77.804299
35.56
snag004
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
36.131510
-77.805510
35.57
wnag003s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.131434
-77.805620
35.67
wnah0I7s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.130350
-77.806776
37.06
wnah015s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.112918
-77.819031
Full Restoration, Tree Removal
37.24
wnah014s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.110578
-77.820736
Only
37.48
wnah0I9s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.107655
-77.822911
37.55
wnah0I9s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.106890
-77.823695
38.26
wnah036s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
36.100489
-77.833159
Full Restoration, Tree Removal
38.37
wnah018s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.099451
-77.834964
Only
38.60
wnah006f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.097820
-77.838123
38.84
wnah005f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.094868
-77.840416
38.84
wnah005f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.094868
-77.840416
38.92
wnabIO2s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.093921
-77.841318
39.00
wnah004s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.092832
-77.841802
39.26
wnab101s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.090108
-77.844980
39.39
wnah003s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.088682
-77.846448
39.65
wnah002f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.085634
-77.849101
39.65
wnah002e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.085634
-77.849101
39.83
wnah00le
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.083689
-77.851333
40.21
wnabI00s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.080089
-77.856310
40.22
snab100
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.079700
-77.855910
40.30
snah001
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.077730
-77.856930
40.44
wnah008s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.077349
-77.857688
40.62
wnah007e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.075418
-77.860226
41.34
snah006
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.069010
-77.869740
41.37
wnah013s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.068694
-77.870226
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
41.55
wnah0I2s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.066442
-77.871550
Removal Only
42.07
snah005
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.059790
-77.875890
42.07
wnahOI is
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.059836
-77.875874
42.20
wnahOIOs
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.058211
-77.877048
42.20
snah004
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.058130
-77.876930
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
42.30
wnah009s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.056946
-77.877857
Removal Only
44.95
wnac005e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.030880
-77.877103
45.01
wnac005s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.030192
-77.877849
45.02
snac001
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.030320
-77.877850
4
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID a
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
45.97
wnac006e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.022550
-77.890820
46.25
wnabl03s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.021995
-77.894944
47.77
wnah02Is
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
36.005301
-77.909946
47.77
snah008
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
36.005320
-77.910190
49.78
snah016
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.979290
-77.914600
50.06
snah017
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.975260
-77.913610
50.78
snag008_a
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.967660
-77.920670
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
52.14
snag009
Perennial
No impacts proposed.
35.958130
-77.940260
Removal Only
52.25
snag010
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.957440
-77.941400
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
52.25
wnag008f
PFO
Install and/or remove mats.
35.958192
-77.940629
Removal Only
52.61
wnag007f
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.953333
-77.944988
53.71
wnagOI le
PEM
Access Areas - Roads
Install and/or remove mats.
35.942386
-77.964554
53.94
snah021
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.938330
-77.958870
53.95
wnah030e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.938204
-77.958748
54.16
wnah029s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.935454
-77.960312
54.57
wnah028f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.930647
-77.963386
54.57
wnah028s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.930647
-77.963386
54.57
wnah028s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.930647
-77.963386
55.12
wnah027s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.923495
-77.968344
55.14
onag003
Open Water
Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
35.923680
-77.969670
55.52
snah020
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.918780
-77.972980
55.52
wnah026f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.918731
-77.972951
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
56.33
wnah032f
PFO
Install and/or remove mats.
35.911449
-77.983868
Removal Only
56.76
snah023
Perennial
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
35.906010
-77.987950
56.90
snah024
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.904080
-77.989410
57.11
wnah03Is
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.901468
-77.991196
57.32
snah022
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.898880
-77.992910
57.59
wnah025s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.895210
-77.994339
57.66
snah019
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.894250
-77.994580
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
58.86
wnao0I2s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
35.875993
-77.996879
Removal Only
58.86
wnao0I2s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.875993
-77.996879
58.86
wnao0I2s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.875993
-77.996879
59.45
wnap004s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.869356
-77.998458
59.45
snap004
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.869310
-77.998530
59.67
snap003
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.866660
-78.000510
59.71
snap002
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.865900
-78.000750
59.72
wnap003s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.865841
-78.000842
60.39
wnao0I Is
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.857817
-78.007437
61.05
wnar002s
PSS
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
Install and/or remove mats.
35.849516
-78.013207
61.09
snao009
Ephemeral
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
35.850530
-78.014960
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
61.44
wnao0IOs
PSS
Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.845712
-78.015716
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
61.89
wnao009s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
35.838326
-78.018578
Removal Only
61.93
wnap006s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.838005
-78.019260
126.84
semc004
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.214500
-78.658190
126.89
wcmc006s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.214807
-78.662437
127.00
wcmc005f
PFO
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.213898
-78.664201
127.19
semp007e
Ephemeral
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.211340
-78.665550
127.24
semp007i
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.211360
-78.666640
127.46
wemp006s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.208944
-78.669450
127.68
wemp007s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.206776
-78.672179
128.19
wcmp008S
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.200814
-78.677459
128.21
scmp009
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.200690
-78.677870
128.65
scmp010
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.195190
-78.682240
128.67
wcmpOlOs
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.195188
-78.682297
129.07
wcmpOI is
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.192479
-78.687421
131.49
semc005
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.179100
-78.719580
131.50
wcmc007e
PEM
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.179369
-78.719994
131.93
wemp005s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.175812
-78.726260
132.06
wemp004s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.174641
-78.727371
132.88
semp005
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.171690
-78.741380
133.01
semb102
Ephemeral
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.171850
-78.743740
133.11
semp003
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.170440
-78.744710
133.15
semp004
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.170140
-78.745160
133.19
semp002
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.170460
-78.745630
133.41
wembl03s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.167388
-78.747610
133.78
wembl02s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.163284
-78.751045
134.08
scmp001
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.160800
-78.755580
134.16
semo037
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.160560
-78.757540
134.55
wcm0009s
PSS
Full Restoration
Install and/or remove mats.
35.155422
-78.759485
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Full
134.87
semp037
Perennial
No impacts proposed.
35.152830
-78.757680
Restoration
134.88
semp039
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.151380
-78.756780
135.32
semp041
Ephemeral
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.145800
-78.753560
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
135.39
wemp039e
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
35.145388
-78.752271
Removal Only
135.65
semp040
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.141880
-78.750190
135.82
wcmr009s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.141036
-78.747445
136.54
scmp100
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.135600
-78.736730
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
137.06
semr012
Perennial
No impacts proposed.
35.130060
-78.731230
Removal Only
137.31
semr014
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.127050
-78.729000
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
137.35
oemr004
Open Water
No impacts proposed.
35.126640
-78.728210
Removal Only
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID A
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
137.81
semr007
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.119970
-78.728850
142.38
wcmf00le
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.054891
-78.735899
142.40
wcmf00le
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.054379
-78.736507
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
142.75
wcmf005e
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
35.049427
-78.735817
Removal Only
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
143.06
wcmf005e
PEM
Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.044939
-78.736972
143.08
wcmf005e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.044587
-78.736441
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
143.44
wcmf005e
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
35.039443
-78.737003
Removal Only
143.55
oeme020
Open Water
Contractor Yard - Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.045340
-78.824610
143.69
wcmc05le
PEM
Contractor Yard - Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
35.042482
-78.821957
143.82
semr005
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.033930
-78.737770
143.88
wemr003e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.033177
-78.738341
143.90
wemr003s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.032805
-78.737781
144.05
semr006
Ephemeral
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
35.030680
-78.738210
145.63
wcmf0I I
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.008517
-78.741252
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
145.81
wcmf009s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
35.005880
-78.741033
Removal Only
146.00
wemr006s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
35.003174
-78.741207
Access Areas - Roads, Tree
146.01
wemr006e
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
35.003043
-78.741941
Removal Only
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
146.45
wcmf008s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
34.997657
-78.741935
Removal Only
147.03
scmf001
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
34.988600
-78.742160
147.79
wcmf006s
PSS
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
Install and/or remove mats.
34.977406
-78.740440
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
148.89
semo038
Perennial
No impacts proposed.
34.961240
-78.738980
Removal Only
149.04
scmo020
Intermittent
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
34.959340
-78.738830
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
149.19
scmo021
Ephemeral
No impacts proposed.
34.955530
-78.738440
Removal Only
149.53
scmo022
Ephemeral
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
34.952200
-78.738140
149.95
wcmr005s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.946168
-78.737214
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
150.29
wcmo026e
PEM
Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.941350
-78.737352
150.30
wemo026e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.941424
-78.738057
152.92
semp051
Ephemeral
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
34.908000
-78.760670
152.98
semp054
Ephemeral
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
34.907320
-78.760690
153.00
semp052
Perennial
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
34.907100
-78.761130
153.67
semp057
Intermittent
Full Restoration
No impacts proposed.
34.900650
-78.766620
155.74
semr003
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.878520
-78.788940
155.86
wemr002f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.878258
-78.791156
156.03
wcmr001e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.878101
-78.793921
156.04
semr002
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.877910
-78.794230
156.04
wcmr001e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.877596
-78.794403
156.15
scmr001
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.877990
-78.796160
156.32
wemp045s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.878857
-78.798667
%I
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID .
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
156.46
wemp043s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.878960
-78.801021
156.50
semp048
Ephemeral
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.879280
-78.801820
156.52
wemp046s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.879375
-78.802088
156.86
semp045
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.879940
-78.807960
157.06
semp046
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.880330
-78.811590
157.06
wemp042c
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.880551
-78.811517
157.07
wemp042c
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.880229
-78.811631
157.48
wemo022e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.880757
-78.818705
157.53
wemo023s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.880508
-78.819476
157.75
semo025
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.880000
-78.823430
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
158.26
semo040
Intermittent
No impacts proposed.
34.877640
-78.831510
Removal Only
158.29
semp060
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.877650
-78.832080
158.31
wemp052s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.877774
-78.832478
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
158.31
wemp052s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
34.877285
-78.832861
Removal Only
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
158.42
semo036
Perennial
No impacts proposed.
34.877310
-78.834100
Removal Only
Tree Felling and Removal, Tree
158.45
wemo033e
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
34.876953
-78.834783
Removal Only
159.67
wemo025s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.874383
-78.855790
159.68
wemo025s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.873935
-78.855842
159.71
semp059
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.874080
-78.856450
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
160.05
wemp049s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
34.873389
-78.862197
Removal Only
160.05
wemp049s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.872907
-78.862223
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
160.63
wemp047c
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
34.871401
-78.872368
Removal Only
160.67
wemp047c
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.870758
-78.872603
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
160.67
wemp047c
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
34.870758
-78.872603
Removal Only
162.49
wcmh002f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.861358
-78.901279
162.53
wcmh002s_b
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.861871
-78.901587
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
162.98
wcmh008e
PEM
Install and/or remove mats.
34.861357
-78.909669
Removal Only
163.08
wcmh008e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.860573
-78.910936
163.95
wroo002s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.851374
-78.919062
164.49
wroo00ls
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.843835
-78.925137
165.10
oroh003
Open Water
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
34.838900
-78.932480
165.21
sroh0I I
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.838730
-78.934500
165.86
wroh019s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.839332
-78.945912
167.06
wroc 100e
PEM
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
34.846417
-78.963298
167.53
srog006
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.849610
-78.970690
167.53
wrog008f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.849623
-78.970699
168.76
wrob00lf
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.840533
-78.987594
168.99
wrob002f
PFO
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.837637
-78.990094
TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID A
Cowardin "
Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude
Longitude
169.36
wrof004s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.834605
-78.994546
169.37
wrof004e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.834291
-78.994937
169.40
wrof004s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.833966
-78.995365
169.49
srof001
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.833370
-78.996830
169.50
wrof003s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.833307
-78.996922
169.61
wrof002e
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.832309
-78.998643
169.79
wrof00le
PEM
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.830978
-79.001295
171.56
wroh018s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.810964
-79.019733
Tree Felling and Removal, Tree
172.33
wroh017s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
34.799211
-79.027302
Removal Only
173.01
wrog006s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.793101
-79.032815
173.61
srog005
Ephemeral
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.786990
-79.038870
174.07
wrog004s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.781124
-79.041999
174.65
wrog003s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.774909
-79.048831
174.68
srog004
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.774640
-79.049140
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
175.03
wrog002s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
34.770922
-79.052612
Removal Only
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
175.11
sroh015
Intermittent
No impacts proposed.
34.769630
-79.053820
Removal Only
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
175.13
wrog002s
PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
34.769385
-79.054199
Removal Only
175.25
sroh013
Intermittent
Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
34.768900
-79.057730
175.28
srog003
Intermittent
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.767350
-79.054880
175.31
wrog00ls
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.766881
-79.054891
175.37
sroh014
Intermittent
Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
34.767970
-79.060610
175.39
wrog00ls
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.765848
-79.055705
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
175.95
wroh016s
PSS
Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.762091
-79.062999
176.42
wroh015s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.761833
-79.071344
176.73
wroh014s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.761488
-79.076818
177.69
wroh013s_a
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.760404
-79.093639
177.76
wroh013s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.760409
-79.094909
178.94
wrohOl is
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.755810
-79.114406
179.66
wrohOlOs
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.750893
-79.125574
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
181.97
srop002
Ephemeral
No impacts proposed.
34.723170
-79.143510
Removal Only
183.99
wroh005s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.726052
-79.178190
184.38
sroh008
Perennial
Tree Removal Only
No impacts proposed.
34.727560
-79.184840
185.45
sroh002
Intermittent
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
34.722500
-79.201810
185.51
sroh001
Perennial
Access Areas - Right -of -Way
No impacts proposed.
34.721170
-79.202520
185.81
wroh002s
PSS
Tree Removal Only
Install and/or remove mats.
34.722199
-79.208061
AP-3
1.22
snrc002
Ephemeral
Tree Felling and Removal
No impacts proposed.
36.538920
-77.487300
1.43
wnrc003s
PSS
Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.538010
-77.483638
1.44
snrc001
Ephemeral
Tree Felling and Removal
No impacts proposed.
36.538490
-77.483300
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TABLE B-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration
Project
Wetlands and Waterbodies within Project Workspace Either Avoided or No Permit Required in the Wilmington
District
(January 2022)
Project
Waterbody
Proposed Restoration
Segment/
Regime /
Activities within
MP
Feature ID a Cowardin b Restoration Workspace Type
Wetland/Waterbody `"
Latitude Longitude
1.59
wnrc002e PEM Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.537864-77.480250
2.93
wnrc007f PFO Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.533896-77.457340
3.56
snrp002 Intermittent Tree Felling and Removal
No impacts proposed.
36.532330-77.446320
3.57
wnrp003f PFO Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.532355-77.446281
4.11
wnrp004f PFO Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.532369-77.436586
4.12
snrp003 Intermittent Tree Felling and Removal
No impacts proposed.
36.532470-77.436370
7.55
wnrb 107f PFO Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.530650-77.378257
7.59
wnrb 107e PEM Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.531009-77.377993
Access Areas - Right -of -Way, Tree
10.56
wnrb101s PSS
Install and/or remove mats.
36.536618-77.331037
Removal Only
10.75
wnrb 100s PSS Tree Felling and Removal
Install and/or remove mats.
36.537424-77.327768
10.88
snrr004 Ephemeral Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
36.534240-77.323700
11.23
snrr001 Intermittent Access Areas - Roads
No impacts proposed.
36.538170-77.319160
a Feature ID is unique to each wetland or waterbody delineated.
b Cowardin Classification, PEM = palustrine emergent wetland, PSS = palustrine scrub
-shrub wetland, and PFO = palustrine forested wetland.
"No impacts
proposed." refers to wetlands and waterbodies within the restoration workspace where direct impacts will
be avoided.
d "Install and/or remove mats" refers to wetlands within the restoration workspace where activities will only include:
•
installing and/or removing mats, may be multiple layers;
•
temporary storage of mats and spoil in the wetland;
•
clean-up/grading after removal of mats to restore wetland contours as much as practicable; and
•
operation of equipment in the wetland to complete the above activities.
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit
Pre -Construction Notification
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Water Quality
APPENDIX C
RESTORATION AND REHABILITATION PLAN
Atlantic ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
Coast ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
PlpeLine Docket Nos. CP15-554-000 &
CP15-554-001
and
%a Dominion DOMINION ENERGY
Energy TRANSMISSION, INC.
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
Docket No. CP15-555-000
Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan
February 2018
Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................1
2.0
PURPOSE...........................................................................................................................1
3.0
TRAINING.........................................................................................................................2
4.0
VEGETATION TYPES IN PROJECT AREA...............................................................3
5.0
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES............................................................................3
5.1 Erosion Control........................................................................................................3
5.2 Soil Restoration........................................................................................................4
5.3 Soil Compaction.......................................................................................................5
5.4 Topsoil Segregation, Replacement, and Soil Conditioning.....................................5
5.5 Re-Contouring..........................................................................................................6
5.6 Steep Slope Areas....................................................................................................6
5.7 Site Preparation and Seeding...................................................................................7
5.7.1 Seedbed Preparation.....................................................................................7
5.7.2 Seeding.........................................................................................................8
5.7.3 Seeding Revegetation Units along the Pipeline Route..............................10
5.7.4 Summary of State and Federal Agencies and Subject Matter Experts
Consulted...................................................................................................12
5.7.5 Seed Mix Recommendations.....................................................................14
5.7.6 Seeding Methods........................................................................................24
5.8 Seedbed Augmentation..........................................................................................25
5.8.1 Lime and Fertilizer Application.................................................................25
5.8.2 Mulching....................................................................................................25
5.9 Riparian Restoration..............................................................................................26
5.9.1 Non -forested Riparian Areas.....................................................................27
5.9.2 Forested Riparian Areas.............................................................................27
5.10 Wetland Restoration...............................................................................................27
5.11 Agricultural Areas..................................................................................................29
5.12 Exposed Bedrock...................................................................................................29
5.13 Upland Forest.........................................................................................................29
6.0
FEDERAL LANDS..........................................................................................................29
7.0
STATE LANDS................................................................................................................30
8.0
SUPPLEMENTAL PLANTING....................................................................................30
8.1 National Forest Areas............................................................................................30
8.2 Seneca State Forest................................................................................................30
8.3 Appalachian National Scenic Trail........................................................................31
8.4 Piney Mountain Area.............................................................................................31
8.5 Long -Leaf Planting in North Carolina...................................................................31
8.6 Stanley Slough Plantings.......................................................................................31
9.0
RESTORATION MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE........................................32
9.1 Monitoring.............................................................................................................32
9.2 Grazing Deferments...............................................................................................32
9.3 Permanent Rights -of -way Maintenance.................................................................32
10.0
INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES MANAGEMENT.........................................................33
11.0
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES..............................................................................33
11.1 Environmental Inspectors......................................................................................33
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11.2 Documentation.......................................................................................................35
12.0 REFERENCES.................................................................................................................36
LIST OF TABLES
Table 5.7.4-1
Summary of Federal and State/Commonwealth Agencies and Subject Matter
ExpertConsultations....................................................................................... 12
Table 5.7.5-1
Seed Mix P-MUDWOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Seed
Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites
inWest Virginia.............................................................................................. 16
Table 5.7.5-2
Seed Mix P-MUDWOI : Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Forb
Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
Sitesin West Virginia..................................................................................... 16
Table 5.7.5-3
Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in Virginia................................................................................ 17
Table 5.7.5-4
Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in Virginia................................................................................ 17
Table 5.7.5-5
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Grass
Seed Mix and Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
Sitesin West Virginia..................................................................................... 18
Table 5.7.5-6
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Forb
Seed Mix Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
Sitesin West Virginia..................................................................................... 18
Table 5.7.5-7
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02:Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly
Drained Sites in Virginia................................................................................ 19
Table 5.7.5-8
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
Sitesin Virginia.............................................................................................. 19
Table 5.7.5-9
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic
Region Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately
Well Drained Sites in Virginia........................................................................ 21
Table 5.7.5-10
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic
Region Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately
Well Drained Sites in Virginia........................................................................ 21
Table 5.7.5-11
Seed Mix P-CPDWOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in North Carolina...................................................................... 22
Table 5.7.5-12
Seed Mix P-CPDWOI: Coastal Plain Physiographic Region Seed Mix for
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in North Carolina ................. 22
Table 5.7.5-13
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Coastal Plain Physiographic Region Seed Mix for
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia .......................... 22
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Table 5.7.5-14 Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Coastal Plain Physiographic Region Seed Mix for
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia .......................... 23
Table 5.7.5-15 Seed Mix P-CPDW02:Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly
Drained Sites in North Carolina...................................................................... 23
Table 5.7.5-16 Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly
Drained Sites in North Carolina...................................................................... 24
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 5.7.3-1 Revegetation Unit Areas Along the Pipeline Corridor ................................... 11
LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix A Recommended Seed Mix Prescriptions and Soil Amendments
Appendix B Major Soil and Drainage Slope Classes Crossed by the Projects
Appendix C Recommended Seed Mixes by Milepost
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LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ACP
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
ANST
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Atlantic
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC
ATWS
Additional Temporary Work Space
BFM
Bonded Fiber Matrix
BMP
Best Management Practice
COM
Construction, Operations, and Maintenance
DETI
Dominion Energy Transmission, Inc.
EI
Environmental Inspector
FERC
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
GWNF
George Washington National Forest
MNF
Monongahela National Forest
NRCS
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Plan
Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance Plan
Procedures
Wetland and Waterbody Construction and Mitigation Procedures
Projects
Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Supply Header Projects
RU
Revegetation Unit
SHP
Supply Header Project
USFS
U.S. Forest Service
VDEQ
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
WMA
Wildlife Management Area
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC (Atlantic) — a company formed by four major energy
companies — Dominion Energy Resources, Inc.; Duke Energy Corporation; Piedmont Natural
Gas Co., Inc.; and Southern Company Gas — proposes to construct and operate approximately
600 miles of natural gas transmission pipelines and associated aboveground facilities in West
Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina. This Project, referred to as the Atlantic Coast Pipeline
(ACP), will deliver up to 1.5 million dekatherms per day of natural gas from supply areas in the
Appalachian region to demand areas in Virginia and North Carolina. Atlantic has contracted
with Dominion Energy Transmission, Inc. (DETI), a subsidiary of Dominion Resources, Inc., to
construct and operate the ACP on behalf of Atlantic.
In conjunction with the ACP, DETI proposes to construct and operate approximately
37.5 miles of pipeline loop and modify existing compression facilities in Pennsylvania and West
Virginia. This Project, referred to as the Supply Header Project (SHP), will enable DETI to
provide firm transportation service to various customers, including Atlantic.
2.0 PURPOSE
This Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan was prepared for the ACP and SHP
(collectively, the Projects) to address post -construction restoration and rehabilitation activities.
The plan will be implemented in conjunction with the 2013 versions of the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission's (FERC's) Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance
Plan (Plan) (FERC, 2013a) and Wetland and Waterbody Construction and Mitigation
Procedures (Procedures) (FERC, 2013b) as well as Atlantic's and DETI's other construction,
restoration, and mitigation plans (e.g., Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Plan,
Invasive Plant Species Management Plan, and Winter Construction Plan). In addition, where
state -specific erosion and sediment control requirements are more stringent than the FERC Plan
and Procedures, the more stringent requirements will be implemented. The measures described
in this plan reflect generally accepted best management practices (BMP) for restoration and
rehabilitation of pipeline projects.
Atlantic and DETI have consulted with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural
Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and other Federal, State/Commonwealth, and local
agencies, including Federal and State/Commonwealth land managing agencies, to identify
appropriate seed mixes for use during restoration. Based on discussions to date with the local
NRCS offices, Federal and State/Commonwealth agencies, and subject matter experts, seed
mixes have been developed and added to this plan. Seed mixes and how they were developed
are described below. A more detailed description of seed mixes by region is presented in
Appendix A.
On most pipeline projects, the seed mixes used for rights -of -way restoration generally
consist of cool season grass species that grow well in the local area. Cool season grasses
typically become established quickly and form a dense mat of grass and roots that is effective in
controlling soil erosion in areas that have been disturbed by pipeline construction. These grasses
may also provide food and habitat for some wildlife.
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Atlantic is planning to incorporate regionally -specific and endemic forb (flowering plant)
seeds in its traditionally all -grass seed mix. The incorporation and development of native
flowering plants on the pipeline rights -of -way will create, where conditions and land
management practices are suitable (i.e., areas with slope less than or equal to about 15 percent),
substantial acreages of pollinator habitat where this type of habitat is currently non-existent,
primarily previously forested areas.
Atlantic has consulted with various county offices of the NRCS, Federal land
management resource specialists at the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, soil and water conservation districts, the Xerces Society, private groups, and
organizations that have specific knowledge of both perennial cover grasses as well as native
pollinator forb species seed mixes. Atlantic has obtained recommendations regarding species,
seeding rates, mulching during planting, and maintenance mowing. Atlantic has also met and
consulted with various national, State/Commonwealth, and local groups and experts on
pollinators and pollination species endemic to the region that the pipeline crosses to learn which
native forb seed mixes will be complimentary to the various grass seed mixes. These meetings
and consultations provided information about the appropriate seeding rates and percentages of
each type of seed within a specific seed mix, as well as the location each seed mix is to be used
considering the various soil types, elevations, temperatures, and other growing conditions along
the rights -of -way.
Through consultations with regional native seed experts, particularly those working with
the NRCS and the Xerces Society, Atlantic has determined that native flowering forbs grow best
and reproduce most successfully when planted with native warm season grasses. Warm season
grasses are slower to establish than cool season grasses, and are bunch grasses instead of mat
forming. Warm season grasses and forbs do not provide soil coverage that is as dense or as
effective at controlling erosion as cool season grasses. Therefore, Atlantic was advised and has
elected to use native warm season grass and forb mixtures only in areas with gradual or low
percent slopes. In general, in areas of the rights -of -way with slopes greater than 15 percent
Atlantic will use cool season grass mixes without flowering forbs to most effectively control the
potential for erosion. These areas are specified in Section 5.7.5 and in Appendix A.
Atlantic is committed to use only forb species that are native to the area or region where
they will be planted, to try to source seed from local growers, as available, and to avoid the
introduction of non-native and potentially invasive species to the extent practicable.
3.0 TRAINING
Prior to the start of construction, Atlantic and DETI will conduct environmental and
safety training for Company and Contractor personnel. The training program will focus on the
FERC's Plan and Procedures; other construction, restoration, and mitigation plans, including this
Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan; and applicable permit conditions. In addition, Atlantic and
DETI will provide large -group training sessions before each work crew commences construction
with periodic follow-up training for groups of newly assigned personnel.
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4.0 VEGETATION TYPES IN PROJECT AREA
Atlantic and DETI characterized vegetation types in the ACP Project area and SHP
Project area based on review of the U.S. Geological Survey's National Gap Analysis Program
Land Cover Data and recent digital aerial photography augmented by field reconnaissance (2014
through 2017). Based on these data, the proposed ACP pipeline facilities cross upland
forest/woodland (268.9 miles), cultivated cropland (86.2 miles), wetlands (82.1 miles), pasture
land (63.6 miles), tree plantation/harvested forest (61.1 miles), developed land (22.4 miles), open
land (17.1 miles), and open water (3.3 miles). The proposed SHP pipeline facilities cross upland
forest/woodland (33.0 miles), pasture land (2.2 miles), developed land (1.3 miles), cultivated
cropland (0.5 mile), wetlands (0.3 mile), open water (0.2 mile), tree plantation/harvested forest
(less than 0.1 mile), and open land (less than 0.1 mile). The types of upland woodland/forest
crossed by the Projects include coniferous forests, deciduous forests, mixed forests, deciduous
savanna and glades, and floodplain and riparian forests.
5.0 BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Based on FERC requirements identified in the Plan and Procedures and industry -accepted
practices, Atlantic and DETI have identified and developed BMPs for restoration and
rehabilitation of areas disturbed by construction. These BMPs have been used to establish
Atlantic's and DETI's standards for restoration and revegetation as described below. It is noted
that states in which the Projects are located may in some cases have erosion and sediment control
requirements that are more stringent than requirements in the FERC Plan and Procedures.
Where this occurs, the more stringent requirements will be implemented as depicted on the state -
specific erosion and sediment control plans.
5.1 EROSION CONTROL
Atlantic and DETI anticipate that construction activities requiring the installation of
temporary erosion control devices will begin with access road preparation and timber clearing in
2017, and continue through the completion of construction in late 2019. Construction of the
pipelines will be followed by restoration of the rights -of -way, stabilization of the soil, and
seeding (where needed). Atlantic and DETI will complete final grading and installation of
permanent erosion control structures (e.g., trench breakers or permanent slope breakers)
generally within 20 days after backfilling the trench (10 days in residential areas), seasonal or
other weather conditions permitting. For construction activities occurring in Winter, conditions
such as frozen soils or snow cover could delay successful soil compaction mitigation or seeding
activities. In these conditions, Atlantic and DETI will resume clean-up and restoration efforts
the following Spring. Atlantic and DETI will monitor and maintain temporary erosion controls
(e.g., temporary slope breakers, sediment barriers, or mulch) until conditions allow for
completion of cleanup and installation of permanent erosion control structures.
Temporary erosion control measures and permanent erosion control devices to be
employed during and after construction are described below.
Slope Breakers — Temporary and permanent slope breakers will be installed,
where required, to slow runoff velocity and direct water off the rights -of -way.
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Temporary slope breakers, such as earthen berms, will be installed prior to the
start of construction activities. Permanent slope breakers will be installed during
final grading.
Temporary Sediment Barriers — Temporary sediment barriers, such as belted silt
retention fence, compost filter sock or a combination of barriers, will be installed
at the base of slopes adjacent to road, wetland, and waterbody crossings, and in
other areas where required to prevent the transport of sediment off the
construction rights -of -way.
Permanent Trench Breakers — Sacks of subsoil or sand, polyurethane foam,
concrete, or bentonite clay installed around the pipe will remain in the trench to
prevent subsurface channeling of water along the trench.
Mulch — Straw (weed free), hay (weed free), erosion -control fabric, or other
equivalent material will be placed on the rights -of -way, where required, to protect
the soil surface from water and wind erosion and to optimize the soil moisture
regime necessary for successful revegetation, especially on dry, sandy sites.
During construction, the effectiveness of temporary erosion control devices will be
monitored by Atlantic's and DETI's Environmental Inspectors (EIs). Where appropriate for
local resource needs, the role of the EI may be filled by agricultural or horticultural monitors.
The effectiveness of revegetation and permanent erosion control devices will be monitored for
the life of the project by Atlantic and DETI operating personnel during the long-term operation
and maintenance of the pipeline systems.
5.2 SOIL RESTORATION
Successful revegetation is dependent on appropriate soil conditions and can be influenced
by several factors, including soil texture, drainage class, salinity, and acidity. Soil characteristics
along the pipeline routes and access roads and at contractor yards and aboveground facility sites
are identified in Resource Report 7. Unless otherwise approved by a land managing agency or
landowner, soil restoration will include:
• removal of excavated rock that is not returned to the trench and is considered
construction debris, or in some cases, some of the excavated rock will be buried in
the cut that was pulled to create a level work surface;
• distribution of rock on the work area that is of similar size and density to adjacent
areas not disturbed by construction;
• grading of the rights -of -way to restore preconstruction contours to the extent
practicable; and
• preparation of the soil for revegetation.
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5.3 SOIL COMPACTION
Soil compaction resulting from construction activities may reduce the potential for
successful revegetation. Fine -textured soils with poor internal drainage that are moist or
saturated during construction are the most susceptible to compaction and rutting. Atlantic and
DETI will minimize impacts by implementing the mitigation measures for compaction and
rutting as described in the Plan and Procedures. Atlantic and DETI will test for soil compaction:
• in residential and agricultural areas (e.g., active croplands, pastures, nurseries, and
orchards);
• in other areas requested by the land managing agency or landowner;
• in undisturbed areas adjacent to the construction workspace with the same soil
type under similar moisture conditions to approximate preconstruction conditions;
and
• in areas identified by the EIs, who will be responsible for conducting subsoil and
topsoil compaction testing and determining the need for corrective measures.
Compaction impacts will be mitigated through the use of tillage equipment during
restoration activities such as a paraplow or similar implement. In areas where topsoil
segregation occurs, plowing with a paraplow or other deep tillage implement to alleviate subsoil
compaction will be conducted before replacement of the topsoil. In rocky or heavily rooted
soils, compaction may be impossible to measure and rectify without additional damage. If
compaction testing is impeded by rock or roots, Atlantic and DETI may conclude that there is a
suitable amount of large material in the soil to rectify potential compaction. Soil compaction
will be remediated prior to re -spreading of salvaged topsoil.
5.4 TOPSOIL SEGREGATION, REPLACEMENT, AND SOIL CONDITIONING
The potential mixing of topsoil or surface soil with the subsoil from construction
activities could result in a loss of soil fertility. To prevent mixing of the soil horizons or
incorporation of additional rock into the topsoil, topsoil segregation will be:
• performed in the trenchline within non -saturated wetlands, croplands, pastures,
hayfields, residential areas, and in other areas requested by the land managing
agency or landowner;
• conducted as described in the Plan and Procedures;
• stockpiled on the rights -of -way; and
• excluded from materials used for padding the pipe.
Topsoil will be layered above subsoil where seeds stored in the soil will be encouraged to
grow. Topsoil segregation will generally not occur in forested areas. Most forested areas are not
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conducive to topsoil segregation due to the amount of root materials present and the wider
construction rights -of -way that would be required to store segregated topsoil.
5.5 RE -CONTOURING
Grading will be conducted prior to construction where necessary to provide a reasonably
level work surface. Upon completion of construction, Atlantic and DETI will:
restore the ground surface as closely as practicable to original contours to restore
natural overland water flow patterns, aquifer recharge, and drainage patterns;
re -contour disturbed areas in a fashion designed to stabilize slopes, remove ruts
and scars, and support successful revegetation; and
restore, to original or better condition, drainage ditches, and culverts that are
diverted or damaged during construction.
5.6 STEEP SLOPE AREAS
Areas with steep slopes along the pipeline routes may make the establishment of
vegetation more difficult due to the increased potential for stormwater runoff and erosion by
water. In areas with slopes greater than 15 percent, Atlantic and DETI are planning to use seed
mix prescriptions that utilize appropriate cool season grass species to quickly stabilize the
disturbed areas and minimize erosion and sedimentation. Appendix B quantifies by county the
major soil drainage and slope classes crossed by the Projects. Soil drainage classes were used to
determine some of the grass seed types utilized in specific mixes (see Section 5.7.5).
The use of fast-growing cool season grasses will help to ensure faster soil stabilization in
steeper terrain because of the faster development of stable root systems, which hold the soil in
place. Additionally, in areas with slopes greater than 35 percent, the rights -of -way will be
restored to natural contours to the extent practicable or in accordance with requests from land
managing agencies or landowners. These steep slope areas are mostly located along the route in
the Appalachian region of West Virginia and western Virginia but occasionally in other areas
along the entire rights -of -way. Restoration of steep terrain may include:
grading to the natural conditions;
installation of permanent erosion control devices (i.e., slope breakers) designed to
reduce runoff velocity, divert water from the surface of the rights -of -way, and
encourage retention of soils; and
the use of additional structural materials (e.g., rock or woody debris) to provide an
anchor for revegetation and deposition of soil.
In addition to these general measures, Atlantic and DETI will develop and implement
other additional site -specific measures, where warranted, to address land movement, surface
erosion, backfill erosion, general soil stability when backfilling the trench, and restoring of the
rights -of -way in steep slope areas. Specifically, as discussed in Resource Report 6, Atlantic and
DETI are committed to employing best in class measures to protect the environment in steep
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slope areas. Best in class is defined as the most efficient and/or protective design or
configuration with the least environmental impact providing reliable construction and operations.
Also as discussed in Resource Report 6, Atlantic and DETI will implement the Slip
Avoidance, Identification, Prevention, and Remediation — Policy and Procedure. Atlantic and
DETI conducted geotechnical studies along the proposed pipeline routes in Pennsylvania, West
Virginia, and western Virginia in steep terrain areas to assess the potential for landslides and
landslips to occur during construction and operation of the Projects.
The following lists some of the design and construction mitigation measures that will be
implemented during construction in steep slope areas:
• targeted management and diversion of surface water around landslide sites,
including the use of ditches, berms, slope breakers, and/or grading;
• mitigation of surface erosion by armoring or otherwise stabilizing surface soils
using riprap, coir cloth, hydroseeding, mulching, and/or tracking;
• targeted management of water sources along the trench, including the use of
trench breakers and/or added drainage piping in the trench;
• targeted mitigation of seeps, springs, or other subsurface water encountered along
the rights -of -way using subsurface drains or other special drainage measures;
• engineering of the backfill around or within steep slope areas to dry the backfill,
add compaction, improve backfill soil strength, and reduce saturation;
• installation of targeted structures to stabilize backfill using engineered fill,
retaining walls, sack-crete placements, key trenches, and/or shear trenches; and
• reduction in surcharge on steep slope areas by reducing excess or saturated
backfill.
5.7 SITE PREPARATION AND SEEDING
Atlantic and DETI will complete final grading and permanent erosion control measures
within 20 days after backfilling of the trench (10 days in residential areas), seasonal or other
weather conditions permitting. In the event that these timeframes cannot be met or construction
or restoration activities are interrupted for an extended period, mulch will be spread prior to
seeding. In these cases, all slopes within 100 feet of wetlands or waterbodies will be mulched at
a rate of 3 tons per acre.
5.7.1 Seedbed Preparation
Proper preparation of the soil surface and seedbed is essential for rapid and healthy
revegetation (Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, 1992). Successful germination of
seed is enhanced by a well -prepared seedbed, the suitability of which decreases rapidly after
rainfall.
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Seedbed preparation starts immediately after soil has been replaced on the rights -of -way
and final grading, contouring, and de -compaction activities are complete. Seedbed preparation
will be conducted immediately prior to seeding to prepare a firm seedbed conducive to proper
seed placement. Seedbed preparation will also be performed to break up surface crusts and to
reduce weeds that develop between the initial ground clearing and final seeding.
Unless otherwise specified by land managing agencies or landowners or as needed to
support the establishment of pollinator habitat, the seedbed will be prepared in disturbed areas to
a depth of 3 to 4 inches using appropriate equipment (e.g., cultipacker roller) to provide a
seedbed that is firm, yet rough. Atlantic and DETI will imprint exposed soils with a sheepsfoot,
landfill compactor, tractor with studded tires, or land imprinter equipment. Soil imprinting, or
tracking, leaves divots on the ground surface that trap moisture and seeds, creating catchments
for native plant material to be spread across the seeded area (West Virginia Department of
Environmental Protection, 2012). In addition, a seedbed with a rough surface is conducive to the
capturing or lodging of seed when broadcasted or hydroseeded, and can reduce runoff and
erosion potential. The rough seedbed surface will also retain soil moisture for seedling
germination and promote faster establishment of vegetation.
In compacted areas, additional measures such as chisel plowing or disking may be
necessary to improve water infiltration and soil aeration, which are needed to prepare an
adequate seedbed. When hydroseeding, Atlantic and DETI will scarify the soil surface prior to
seeding to anchor the seed to the soil surface and encourage germination. Where residential
lawns or landscaped areas are disturbed or as needed to support the establishment of pollinator
habitat, more intensive ground and seedbed preparations may be required, including rock
collection, grading, and soil preparation/amending.
5.7.2 Seeding
Seeding will not be conducted in actively cultivated croplands unless requested by the
landowner. In residential areas, lawns will be restored on a schedule established during
easement negotiations with the landowner. On all other lands, Atlantic and DETI will perform
seeding of permanent vegetation during the Fall of the year construction is completed, within the
recommended seeding dates, and within six working days of final grading, weather and soil
conditions permitting. Atlantic and DETI will prioritize seeding and other restoration work in
high -elevation areas, in an attempt to avoid restoration delays due to Winter -related weather and
field conditions. If seeding cannot be done within recommended Fall timeframes, appropriate
temporary erosion control measures will be installed and temporary grass cover will be seeded.
If temporary grass cover is used, seeding of permanent vegetation will occur at the beginning of
the next recommended seeding season.
In addition, as part of the restoration and rehabilitation plan to revegetate disturbed areas
along the pipeline routes, Atlantic and DETI will use cool season grasses to revegetate areas with
slopes greater than 15 percent.
All seed will be certified weed free. The EIs will review all seed tags prior to use to
ensure that the seed is properly certified.
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5.7.2.1 Pollinator Habitat Planting
Atlantic, in support of a 2014 Presidential Memorandum that directs federal agencies to
cooperate on the development of a national pollinator strategy, has committed to a pollinator
habitat initiative where suitable along the rights -of -way. The successful establishment of
pollinator habitat will require specialized soil preparation, seeding techniques, and maintenance
practices.
The most common causes for failed establishment when planting pollinator species are:
(1) poor soil/seed contact and planting the seed more than one -quarter inch deep in the soil, and
(2) competition from annual weeds, non -natives, or invasive vegetation. To prevent competition
from other vegetation, Atlantic will reduce the existing seed bank in the rights -of -way. The seed
bank will be reduced by clearing the existing vegetation (done during construction) and by using
herbicides.
Additional soil preparation is also needed to ensure seed germination. The soil surface
must be relatively smooth and compact to allow shallow seeding, no more than one -quarter inch
deep. Typically, planting will include the use of a nurse crop or cover crop to ensure proper soil
erosion control and the survival of the pollinator plant species. Cover crops (e.g., annual oats)
are also generally used in traditional rights -of -way seeding.
The warm season grasses and endemic forbs used to establish pollinator habitat need to
be planted in the Spring. Therefore,
For Fall, Rights -of -way Restoration: Plant a cover crop and then plant the
pollinator seed mix with a nurse crop in the Spring after an herbicide application.
For Spring, Rights -of -way Restoration: Apply an herbicide prior to planting but
after the weed seeds germinate and then plant the pollinator seed mix and a nurse
crop together.
For Summer, Rights -of -way Restoration: Plant a cover crop and then plant the
pollinator seed mix with a nurse crop in the Spring after an herbicide application.
Atlantic plans to plant the pollinator species in both the permanent and construction
rights -of -way. Atlantic has proposed seed mixes based on the recommendations from
consultations with State/Commonwealth and Federal agencies. These seed mixes are described
in more detail below and in Appendix A.
5.7.2.2 Pollinator Habitat Maintenance
Additional mowing is required in the first two years to reduce the height of the weeds and
to prevent them from going to seed which will greatly reduce weed competition. Spot use of
herbicides should be an option to control woody and invasive plants. Pollinator habitat experts
recommend periodic prescription burning of the rights -of -way to reduce accumulated duff (i.e.,
dead vegetation on top of the ground) so that the pollinator species (flowers) can continue to
reseed and maintain a viable population. Mowing close, at a height of four inches, and or
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thatching/raking may be viable alternatives to prescribed burning. Maintenance practices should
be adapted to what is proven to be the best practices to ensure quality pollinator habitat.
5.7.3 Seeding Revegetation Units along the Pipeline Route
After consultations with Federal, State/Commonwealth, local resource and land
managing agencies, and subject matter experts and in order to ensure optimum seed germination
and growth, the areas crossed by the Projects were divided into four Revegetation Units (RUs).
One of the RUs is dependent on and defined by the steepness of the slopes crossed by the
proposed pipelines. This RU can occur in site -specific locations anywhere along the pipeline
corridors. The three other RUs are based on physiographic regions, and cover areas that are
relatively homogenous with regards to factors such as soil type, vegetation, and climate that will
affect the revegetation potential of the area. Each RU has distinct seed mix prescriptions. The
four RUs include the following:
• Steep to Very Steep Slope RU;
• Mountain Physiographic Region RU;
• Piedmont Physiographic Region RU; and
• Coastal Plain Physiographic Region RU.
Figure 5.7.3-1 shows the distribution of the RUs, including the areas with slopes greater
than 15 percent, along the pipeline route. Seed mix descriptions specific for each RU are
provided in Appendix A.
5.7.3.1 Steep to Very Steep Slope
Although the Steep to Very Steep Slope RU includes areas with greater than 15 percent
slope located anywhere along the Projects, most of these areas are located within the
mountainous areas of the western Piedmont Physiographic RU and the Mountain Physiographic
RU (see Figure 5.7.3-1). To a much lesser extent, the Steep to Very Steep Slope RU may also be
found in smaller, site -specific areas along the pipeline rights -of -way where the steepness of the
local terrain increases the erosion potential. The areas in this RU require appropriate seed mix
prescriptions, erosion control measures, and BMPs that are able to quickly stabilize the disturbed
areas to minimize erosion and sedimentation.
5.7.3.2 Mountain Physiographic Region
The ACP Project area extends across the Mountain Physiographic Region RU in West
Virginia and western Virginia (see Figure 5.7.3-1). In West Virginia, the RU encompasses the
Western Allegheny Plateau, Central Appalachians, and Ridge and Valley ecoregions. The SHP
Project area also extends across the Western Allegheny Plateau in northeastern West Virginia
and southwestern Pennsylvania. In Virginia, this RU encompasses the Ridge and Valley, Blue
Ridge (mountains), and the Southeastern Plains ecoregions. The soils in the Mountain Region
RU generally consist of shallow soils with a loamy surface and subsoil texture. Steep slopes
with shallow, stony, droughty soils are common throughout the area, and many mountainous
soils have been severely eroded due to steepness. In less steep areas, the soils are deep and
stable (less erodible).
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5.7.3.3 Piedmont Physiographic Region
The proposed ACP Project area extends across the Piedmont Physiographic Region RU
in Virginia and encompasses the Piedmont, Northern Piedmont, and Southeastern Plains
ecoregions. The Piedmont ecoregion is an area of rolling landscape, gentle hills and valleys with
a few isolated mountains (see Figure 5.7.3-1). The Piedmont is characterized by deep,
weathered, very old eroded rock surfaces. The ecoregion primarily consists of agricultural land
and managed woodlands. The temperate climate supports forests dominated by hardwood
species. In general, the Piedmont and Northern Piedmont ecoregions are similar, as they are
characterized by irregular plains, open valleys, and hills with stony soils that support both
forested and agricultural lands. The Southeastern Plains ecoregion consists of flat plains
interspersed with croplands, pastures, forests, and wetlands with primarily sandy soils. The
overall climate is warm with a much longer rainy season, which contributes to a longer growing
season compared to the Piedmont and Northern Piedmont ecoregions.
5.7.3.4 Coastal Plain Region
The proposed ACP Project area extends across the Coastal Plain Region RU in Virginia
and North Carolina (see Figure 5.7.3-1). This RU encompasses two ecoregions: the Southeastern
Plains and Mid -Atlantic Coastal Plain. As described above, the Southeastern Plains region
consists of flat plains interspersed with croplands, pastures, forests, and wetlands with primarily
sandy soils. The Mid -Atlantic Coastal Plain ecoregion borders the Piedmont ecoregion and the
Atlantic Ocean, and contains a mix of forests, agricultural lands, and wetlands. The soils crossed
by the proposed ACP Project area in these ecoregions are generally well drained soils with a
loamy surface and subsoil texture.
5.7.4 Summary of State and Federal Agencies and Subject Matter Experts Consulted
Table 5.7.4-1 provides a list of the Federal and State/Commonwealth agencies, and
subject matter experts consulted to determine the appropriate seed mix prescriptions and BMPs
to revegetate areas disturbed by the construction of the ACP and SHP facilities.
TABLE 5.7.4-1
Summary of Federal and State/Commonwealth Agencies and Subject Matter Expert Consultations
Agency/
Contact Name
Organization
County
Title/Role
Phone
Email
West Virginia
Greg Stone
NRCS - State Office
All Counties
Acting State
304-284-7579
Qreg.stonena wv.usda.Qov
Resource
Conservationist
Jeff Griffith
USDA NRCS
Harrison;
District
304-624-9232
jeff.griffithgwv.usda.gov
Lewis;
Conservationist
x 110
Doddridge
Jack O'Connell
USDA NRCS
Pocahontas
District
304-799-4317
iack.oconnell ckwv.usda.Qov
Conservationist
Barbara Sargent
West Virginia
Wetzel
Wildlife Biologist
304-637-0245
barbara.d.sar ent ewv.gov
Department of
Natural Resources
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TABLE 5.7.4-1 (continued)
Summary of Federal and State/Commonwealth Agencies and Subject Matter Expert Consultations
Agency/
Contact Name
Organization
County
Title/Role
Phone
Email
Cliff Brown
West Virginia
Wetzel
Wildlife Biologist
304-637-0245
clifford.l.brown c(e wv.Qov
Department of
Natural Resources
Idun Guenther
NRCS
Pocahontas
District
304-255-9225
idun.guenther@wv.usda.gov
Conservationist
Susan Davis
NRCS
Pocahontas
Soil Conservationist
304-799-4317
susan.davis&wv.usda. og_v
Rob Silvester
West Virginia
Randolph
District Wildlife
304-924-6211
rob. a.silvester c(e wv.Qov
Department of
Biologist
Natural Resources
Steve Rauch
West Virginia
Randolph;
District Wildlife
304-825-6787
steven.e.rauch@wv.gov
Department of
Wetzel
Biologist
Natural Resources
Ben Collier
NRCS
Randolph;
District
304-636-6703
wv.usda.gov
ben.collier@wv.usda.gov
Upshur
Conservationist
x 305
Jeremy Bennett
NRCS
Randolph;
District
304-457-4516
wv.nres.gov
jeremy.benneft@wv.nres.gov
Upshur
Conservationist
Dustin Adkins
NRCS
Tyler; Wetzel
District
304-758-2173
dustin.adkins c(e wv.usda.Qov
Conservationist
x 1
Katie Fitzsimmons
NRCS
Marshall
District
304-242-0576
katie.fitzsirnmons@wv.usda.gov
wv.usda.gov
Conservationist
x 108
Virginia
Amy Ewing
Virginia Department
Virginia
Environmental
804-367-2211
Amy.Ewing@dgi£virginia.gov
of Game and Inland
Counties
Services
Fisheries
Biologist/Fish &
Wildlife Information
Manager
Charles Ivins
NRCS
Augusta;
District
540-248-6218
charles.ivinsnya.usda.Qov
Highland
Conservationist
x 122
Charles Simmons
NRCS
Bath
District
540-463-7124
charles.simmons@va.usda.gov
Conservationist
xlll
Justin Folk
NRCS/Virginia
Bath
Private Lands
540-248-6218
justin. folks c(eya.usda.gov
Department of Game
Wildlife Biologist
x 108
and Inland Fisheries
Davie Wade Harris
NRCS
Brunswick
District
434-848-2145
davie.harrisnaya.usda.Qov
e
Conservationist
x 102
David Harris
NRCS
Buckingham;
District
434-983-4757
david.haffis@va.usda.gov
Cumberland
Conservationist
x 101
Bryan Poovey
U.S. Fish and
Chesapeake;
Forestry Scientist
757-986-3705
brvan pooveyna fws.Qov
Wildlife Service
Suffolk (City);
(Great Dismal
Swamp National
Wildlife
Refuge)
David Bryd
U.S. Fish and
Great Dismal
Forestry Scientist
804-824-2412
david byrd ckfws.Qov
Wildlife Service
Swamp NWR
Robert E.
NRCS
Chesapeake
District
757-547-7172
robert.williams c(eya.usda.Qov
Williams
Conservationist
x 102
Bob Glennon
NRCS
Eastern Virginia
Private Lands
757-357-7004
robert.Qlennon c(�ya.usda.Qov
Counties
Biologist
x 126
Anthony Howell
NRCS
Dinwiddie
District
804-469-7297
va.usda.gov
anthony.howell@va.usda.gov
Conservationist
x 106
Harvey Baker
NRCS
Greensville
District
434-634-2115
harvey.baker@va.usda.gov
Conservationist
x 109
Jay Jeffreys
Virginia Department
Highland;
Biologist
540-248-9360
jay.jeffreys@dgi£virginia.gov
of Game and Inland
Nelson
Fisheries
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TABLE 5.7.4-1 (continued)
Summary of Federal and State/Commonwealth Agencies and Subject Matter Expert Consultations
Agency/
Contact Name
Organization
County
Title/Role
Phone
Email
Kory Kirkland
NRCS
Nelson
District
540-967-0233
kory.kirkland@va.usda.gov
Conservationist
x III
Jeffray Jones
NRCS
All Counties
State Biologist
804-287-1691
jeffrU.iones@va.usda.gov
J.B. Daniel
NRCS
Prince Edward
Agronomist Director
434-392-4171
i.b.daniel@va.usda.gov
Derek Hancock
NRCS
Nottoway;
District
434-392-4127
derek.hancockc(eya.usda.Qov
Prince Edward
Conservationist
x 101
Yamika Bennett
NRCS
Southampton
District
757-653-2532
yamika.benneft@va.usda.gov
Conservationist
x 122
Michael A. Faulk
NRCS
Suffolk (City)
District
757-357-7004
mike.faulk@va.usda.gov
Conservationist
x 114
Ryan McCormick
National Park
Specialist
828-348-3441
Service
Coordinator
J. Christopher
DCR
All Counties
Chief Biologist
804-371-6206
Chris.Ludwig@dcr.vir ig nia.goy
Ludwig
Marc Puckett
DGIF
All Counties
QMAP Coordinator
434-392-9645
Marc.Puckett c(e dei£virginia.Qov
North Carolina
Renessa Hardy-
NRCS
Cumberland
District
910-484-8479
renessa.brown@nc.usda.gov
nc.usda.gov
Brown
Conservationist
Terry Best
NRCS
Halifax
District
252-583-3481
teLry.best@nc.usda.gov
Conservationist
Brian Loadholt
NRCS
Johnston
District
919-934-7156
brian.loadholt knc.usda.Qov
e
Conservationist
Patrick Evens
NRCS
Nash
District
252-459-4116
patrick.evansna nc.usda.Qov
Conservationist
x 124
Paul Boone
NRCS
Northampton
District
252-534-2591
paul.boone cgnc.usda.Qov
Conservationist
Jeremy Ruston
NRCS
Robeson
District
910-739-5478
usda.gov
jeremy.roston@usda.gov
Conservationist
Gavin Thompson
NRCS
Sampson
District
910-592-7963
gavin.thompson@nc.usda.gov
nc.usda.gov
Conservationist
David Little
NRCS
Wilson
District
252-237-2711
david.little@nc.usda.gov
Conservationist
Pennsylvania
Chris Droste
Westmoreland
Westmoreland
Erosion Control
724-837-5271
chris@wcdpa.com
Conservation
Specialist
District
Subject Matter Experts
Mark Fiely
Ernst Seeds
All Counties
Horticulturist
800-873-3321
hortpath cgemstseed.com
Jeremy
Roundstone Native
All Counties
Horticulturist
270-531-3034
ieremy cgroundstoneseed.com
Hamlington
Seed
Bob Glennon
NRCS /The Xerces
All Counties
Private Lands
757-357-7004
robert.Qlennon c(�ya.usda.Qov
Society
Biologist
x 126
Nancy Lee
The Xerces Society
All Counties
Pollinator
336-370-3443
nancy ckxerces.org
Adamson
for Invertebrate
Conservation
Conservation &
Specialist
NRCS East National
Technology Support
Center
5.7.5 Seed Mix Recommendations
Appendix A compiles the recommended seeding mixes and amendments provided by
Federal, State/Commonwealth, local resource, and land managing agencies and subject matter
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experts into seed mix prescriptions by County/City and by spread for the Projects. Seed mixes
and methods for revegetation and restoration of the Federal and State/Commonwealth lands
crossed by the pipelines are addressed in Sections 6 and 7. The Virginia Department of Game
and Inland Fisheries has requested that it be responsible for the reseeding of Wildlife
Management Area (WMA) lands crossed in Virginia and under the jurisdiction of that agency.
The recommended seed mix prescriptions for each RU are listed by pipeline and milepost
in Appendix C.
5.7.5.1 Steep to Very Steep Slope Seed Mixes
As described in Sections 5.7.3, the Steep to Very Steep Slope RU includes areas with
high erosion potential (e.g., slopes greater than 15 percent). These areas require appropriate seed
mixtures and erosion control measures that are able to quickly stabilize disturbed areas. The
recommended seed mixes include the use of cool season grasses, which are identified by County
in Appendix A.
5.7.5.2 Mountain Physiographic Region Seed Mixes
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites
West Virginia
The proposed Mountain Physiographic Region Seed Mix P-MUDWOI (Tables 5.7.5-1
and 5.7.5-2) was designed to be compatible with the Mountain Physiographic Region RU in
areas with slopes of 15 percent or less. The mix is based on selected native grass and forb
species suitable for the restoration of excessively to moderately well -drained mountainous areas
in West Virginia.
Virginia
The proposed Mountain Physiographic Region Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI
(Tables 5.7.5-3 and 5.7.5-4) was designed to be compatible with the Mountain Physiographic
Region RU in areas with slopes of 15 percent or less. The mix is based on selected native grass
and forb species suitable for restoration in excessively to moderately well -drained mountainous
areas in Virginia. As requested by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ),
a woody shrub seed mix (Seed Mix VDEQ1; see Table 2.2.5-1 of Appendix A) will also be
added to the above recommended grasses and forb mixes in forested areas crossed by the
pipeline in Virginia.
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites
West Virginia
The proposed Mountain Physiographic Region Seed Mix P-MUDW02 (Tables 5.7.5-5
and 5.7.5-6) was designed to be compatible with the Mountain Physiographic Region RU in
areas with slopes of 15 percent or less. The mix is based on selected native grasses and forb
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species suitable for restoration in somewhat poorly to very poorly -drained mountainous areas in
West Virginia.
Vim
The proposed Mountain and Upland Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02 (Tables 5.7.5-7 and
5.7.5-8) was designed to be compatible with the Mountain Physiographic Region RU in areas
with slopes of 15 percent or less. The mix is based on selected native grasses and forb species
suitable for restoration in somewhat poorly to very poorly -drained mountainous areas in
Virginia.
TABLE 5.7.5-1
Seed Mix P-MUDWOI: Recommended Mountain Physiological Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in West Virginia a
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (feet)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS) b
Little Bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Tall Dropseed
Sporobolus compositus
2-3
Full Sun
0.050
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
3-5
Part Shade
0.058
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
3-6
Full Sun
0.167
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.183
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.042
Total
1.0
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
TABLE 5.7.5-2
Seed Mix P-MUDWOI: Recommended Mountain Physiological Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS) a
Lance Leaved Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Yellow
Spring,Summer
0.385
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.146
Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
Pink
Spring, Summer
0.128
Goat's Rue
Tephrosia virginiana
White/Pink
Spring, Summer
0.128
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
Yellow
Summer
0.745
Slender Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
White
Summer
0.069
Early Goldenrod
Solidago juncea
Yellow
Summer
0.086
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.103
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Pink
Summer
0.343
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.128
Gray Goldenrod
Solidago nemoralis
Yellow
Fall
0.086
Iron Weed
Vernonia altissima
Purple
Summer, Fall
0.343
Tall Coreopsis
Coreopsis tripteris
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.051
Total
2.74
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 5.7.5-3
Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate' (weight of Seeds per
Common Name Scientific Name Cultivar or Germplasm pure live seed (PLS) per acre) Square Foot
Little Bluestem Schizachyrium Piedmont (NC) or 8 ounces 3
scoparium Suther Germplasm (NC)
Broomsedge Andropogon virginicus 8 ounces 3
Purple Top Tridens flavus North Carolina or Kentucky Ecotype 3 ounces 3
Common milkweed Asclepias syriaca 3 ounces 0.210
Total 22 ounces 9.21
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 5.7.5-4
Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Common Name a
Scientific Name
Flowering Season
Drilled Seeding Rate b (ounces/acre -
weight of pure live seed (PLS) per acre)
Seeds per
Square Foot
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
Pea, Partridge (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Susan, Black-eyed (B)
Rudbeckia hirta
Early Summer
2
3
Bergamot, Spotted (P)
Monarda punctata
Summer
2
3
Bergamot, Wild (P)
Monarda fistulosa
Summer
2
3
Beardtongue, Eastern
Penstemon laevigatus
Late Spring
7
3
Smooth (P)
Penstemon, Talus Slope (P)
Penstemon digitalis
Late Spring
5
3
Slender Mountain Mint (P)
Pycnanthemum
Late Summer
1
3
tenuifolium
New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae
Late Summer
2
3
Total
64.0 ounces/acre (4.0 lbs/acre)
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Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone
Native Seed, 2017.
a Forb types include
(A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and
(P) for perennial flowers.
b If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
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TABLE 5.7.5-5
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in West Virginia a
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (feet)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.233
Red Top Panicum
Panicum rigidulum
2-4
Full Sun
0.017
Fowl Manna Grass
Glyceria striata
3-5
Part Shade
0.008
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.217
Canada Wild Rye
Elymus canadensis
2-5
Part Shade
0.167
Deer Tongue Grass
Panicum clandestinum
2-4
Full Sun
0.058
Big Bluestem
Andropogon gerardii
4 - 10
Full Sun
0.167
Franks Sedge
Carex frankii
1-2
Part Shade
0.042
Fox Sedge
Carex vulpinoidea
2-3
Part Shade
0.025
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.067
Total
—
1.0
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
TABLE 5.7.5-6
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Ohio Spiderwort
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue
Spring, Summer
0.167
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.083
Butterfly Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
Orange
Spring, Summer
0.083
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.134
Wild Senna
Senna marilandica
Yellow
Summer
0.668
Hoary Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum incanum
White
Summer
0.033
Lupine
Lupinus perennis
Blue
Summer
0.501
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.083
Boneset
Eupatorium perfoliatum
White
Summer
0.083
Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium fistulosum
Pink
Summer, Fall
0.125
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.501
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.125
Rough Goldenrod
Solidago rugosa
Yellow
Fall
0.083
Total
2.67
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 5.7.5-7
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia a
Drilled Seeding Rate' (weight of pure
Seeds per
Common Name
Scientific Name
Cultivar or Germplasm
live seed (PLS) per acre)
Square Foot
Beaked Panicum
Panicum anceps
SC or MD Ecotype
4 ounces
3
Redtop Panicum
Panicum rigidulum
NC Ecotype
3 ounces
3
Slender Rush
Juncus tenuis
1 ounce
3
Total
—
—
8 Ounces
9
Source: Glennon, 2015; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 5.7.5-8
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Common Name a
Scientific Name
Flowering Season
Drilled Seeding Rate b (ounces/acre -
weight of pure live seed (PLS) per acre
Seeds per
Square Foot
New England Aster
Symphyotrichum
Fall
3
3
puniceum
Bergamot, Wild (P)
Monarda fistulosa
Summer
1
3
Ironweed, New York (P)
Vernonia novaboracensis
Late Summer
7
3
Rough -stemmed goldenrod
Solidago rugosa
Late Summer
3
3
Joe Pye Weed, Spotted (P)
Eutrochium fistulosus
Late Summer
2
3
Pea, Partridge (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Rosemallow (P)
Hibiscus moscheutos
Summer
2
3
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
Total
61.0 ounces/ acre (3.8 lbs/acre)
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Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone
Native Seed, 2017.
a Forb types include
(A) for annual flowers, (B) for
biennial flowers, and (P) for perennial flowers.
b If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase
the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
As requested by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), a woody
shrub seed mix (Seed Mix VDEQ1; see Table 2.2.5-1 of Appendix A) will also be added to the
above recommended grasses and forb mixes in forested areas crossed by the pipeline in Virginia.
Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the SHP pipeline (approximately 3.9 miles) will be collocated with
DETI's existing LN-25 pipeline in Westmoreland County. In general, the SHP pipeline will be
constructed within and directly adjacent to the existing LN-25 pipeline rights -of -way which is
seeded with cool season grasses. As presented in Appendix A, the recommended seed mixtures,
rates, and amendments for the SHP were based on existing site conditions and compatibility with
existing grasses, which includes the use of cool season grasses. No pollinator species specific to
the area were recommended.
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5.7.5.3 Piedmont Physiographic Region Seed Mixes
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites
Virginia
The proposed Mountain Physiographic Seed Mix P-VABC14NPOI that is described in
Section 5.7.5.2 was designed to also be compatible with the Piedmont Physiographic Region RU
in excessively to moderately well drained areas in Virginia. As requested by the Virginia
Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), a woody shrub seed mix (Seed Mix VDEQ I; see
Table 2.2.5-1 of Appendix A) will also be added to the above recommended grasses and forb
mixes in forested areas crossed by the pipeline in Virginia.
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites
Virginia
The proposed Mountain Physiographic Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02 described in
Section 5.7.5.2 was designed to also be compatible with the Piedmont Physiographic Region RU
in somewhat poorly to very poorly drained sites in Virginia. As requested by the Virginia
Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), a woody shrub seed mix (Seed Mix VDEQ I; see
Table 2.2.5-1 of Appendix A) will also be added to the above recommended grasses and forb
mixes in forested areas crossed by the pipeline in Virginia.
5.7.5.4 Coastal Plain Physiographic Region Seed Mixes
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites
Virginia
The proposed Coastal Plain Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI (Tables 5.7.5-9 and 5.7.5-10) was
designed to be compatible with the Coastal Plain Physiographic Region RU in areas with slopes
of 15 percent or less. The mix is based on selected native grass and forb species suitable for
restoration in excessively to moderately well drained coastal areas in Virginia. As requested by
the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), a woody shrub seed mix (Seed Mix
VDEQ I; see Table 2.2.5-1 of Appendix A) will also be added to the above recommended grasses
and forb mixes in forested areas crossed by the pipeline in Virginia.
North Carolina
The proposed Coastal Plain Seed Mix P-CPDWOI (Tables 5.7.5-11 and 5.11.5-12) was
designed to be compatible with the Coastal Plain Physiographic Region RU in areas with slopes
of 15 percent or less and is based on selected native grass and forb species suitable for
restoration in excessively to moderately well drained coastal areas in North Carolina.
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites
Vir,ainia
The proposed Coastal Plain Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02 (Tables 5.7.5-13 and 5.7.5-14)
was designed to be compatible with the Coastal Plain Physiographic Region RU in areas with
slopes of 15 percent or less. The mix is based on selected native grass and forb species suitable
for restoration in somewhat poorly to very poorly drained coastal areas in Virginia.
TABLE 5.7.5-9
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Common Name Scientific Name
Cultivar or Germplasm
Drilled Seeding Rate' (weight of
pure live seed (PLS) per acre)
Seeds per
Square Foot
Little Bluestem Schizachyrium
Piedmont (NC) or
8 ounces
3
scoparium
Suther Germplasm (NC)
Splitbeard Bluestem Andropogon ternarius
Virginia Ecotype
8 ounces
3
Common milkweed Asclepias syriaca
3 ounces
0.21
Total
19 ounces
6.21
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in
the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 5.7.5-10
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coast Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate b (ounces/acre - Seeds per
Common Name a Scientific Name Flowering Season weight of pure live seed (PLS) per acre) Square Foot
Mountain Mint, Narrowleaf (P) Pycnanthemum Late Summer 1 3
tenuifolium
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
Pea, Partridge (A)
Chamaecrista
Mid -Summer
32
3
fasciculata
Susan, Black-eyed (B)
Rudbeckia hirta
Early Summer
2
3
Bergamot, Spotted (P)
Monarda punctata
Summer
2
3
Beardtongue, Eastern Smooth
Penstemon
Late Spring
7
3
(P)
laevigatus
Penstemon, Talus Slope (P)
Penstemon digitalis
Late Spring
5
3
Bergamot, Wild (P)
Monarda fistulosa
Summer
2
3
Total
62.0 ounces/acre (3.9 lbs/acre)
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Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a Forb types include (A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and (P) for perennial flowers.
b If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
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TABLE 5.7.5-11
Seed Mix P-CPDWOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in North Carolina
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (feet)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Little Bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Tall Dropseed
Sporobolus compositus
2-3
Full Sun
0.050
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
3-5
Part Shade
0.058
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
3-6
Full Sun
0.167
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.183
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.042
Total
1.0
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2017; Glennon, 2017.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed.
TABLE 5.7.5-12
Seed Mix P-CPDWOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in North Carolina
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Lance Leaved Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.266
Spotted Beebalm
Monarda punctata
Pink
Spring, Summer
0.124
Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
Pink
Spring, Summer
0.107
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.107
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.124
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
Yellow
Summer
0.621
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Pink
Summer
0.222
Lupine
Lupinus perennis
Blue
Summer
0.497
Early Goldenrod
Solidago juncea
Yellow
Summer
0.160
Starry Silphium
Silphium asteriscus
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.178
Iron Weed
Vernonia altissima
Purple
Summer, Fall
0.222
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.124
Hairy Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum pilosum
White
Summer, Fall
0.089
Total
2.84
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2017; Glennon, 2017.
a lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed.
TABLE 5.7.5-13
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Recommended Coastal Plant Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate a (weight of pure live Seeds per
Common Name Scientific Name Cultivar or Germplasm seed (PLS) per acre) Square Foot
Panicum, Beaked Panicum anceps SC or MD Ecotype 4 ounces 3
Panicum, Redtop Panicum rigidulum NC Ecotype 3 ounces 3
Total 7 ounces 6
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
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TABLE 5.7.5-14
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Recommended Coastal Plant Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate (weight of
Seeds per
Common Name a
Scientific Name
Flowering Season
bulk seed per acre)
Square Foot
New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae
Fall
3
3
Sneezeweed, Common (P)
Helenium autumnale
Fall
2
3
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
New York Ironweed (P)
Vernonia nova boracensis
Late Summer
7
3
Goldenrod, Wrinkleleaf (P)
Solidago rugosa
Late Summer
2
3
Joe Pye Weed, Spotted (P)
Eutrochium fistulosus
Late Summer
2
3
Partridge Pea (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Rosemallow (P)
Hibiscus moscheutos
Summer
2
3
Narrowleaf Sunflower (P)
Helianthus angustifolius
Late Summer
4
3
Total
65.0 ounces/acre (4.1 lbs/acre
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Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a Forb types include (A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and (P) for perennial flowers.
b If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
As requested by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), a woody
shrub seed mix (Seed Mix VDEQ1; see Table 2.2.5-1 of Appendix A) will also be added to the
above recommended grasses and forb mixes in forested areas crossed by the pipeline in Virginia.
North Carolina
The proposed Coastal Plain Seed Mix P-CPDW02 (Tables 5.7.5-15 and 5.7.5-16) was
designed to be compatible with the Coastal Plain Physiographic Region RU in areas with slopes
of 15 percent or less and is based on selected native grass and forb species suitable for
restoration in somewhat poorly to very poorly drained coastal areas in North Carolina.
TABLE 5.7.5-15
Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in North Carolina a
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (feet)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.233
Red Top Panicum
Panicum rigidulum
2-4
Full Sun
0.017
Fowl Manna Grass
Glyceria striata
3-5
Part Shade
0.008
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.217
Deer Tongue Grass
Panicum clandestinum
2-4
Full Sun
0.058
Big Bluestem
Andropogon gerardii
4 - 10
Full Sun
0.167
Frank's Sedge
Carex frankii
1-2
Part Shade
0.042
Fox Sedge
Carex vulpinoidea
2-3
Part Shade
0.025
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.067
Total
0.83
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds
per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS
= pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 5.7.5-16
Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in North Carolina
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.169
Butterfly Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
Orange
Spring, Summer
0.056
Ohio Spiderwort
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue
Spring, Summer
0.084
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.180
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Pink
Summer
0.264
Hoary Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum incanum
White
Summer
0.034
Early Goldenrod
Solidago juncea
Yellow
Summer
0.113
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.169
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.366
Starry Silphium
Silphium asteriscus
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.113
Narrow -Leaved Sunflower Helianthus angustifolius
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.113
Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium fistulosum
Pink
Summer, Fall
0.141
Total
1.802
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a lbs/acre/PLS
= pounds per acre of pure live seed
5.7.6 Seeding Methods
Seeding may be conducted with the use of a seed drill, a mechanical broadcast seeder, or
by hydroseeding. In the absence of requirements to the contrary, the standard application
method will be seeding with a seed drill equipped with a cultipacker. In rocky soils or where site
conditions may limit the effectiveness of this equipment, other alternatives may be appropriate
(e.g., use of a chain drag) to lightly cover seed after application, as approved by an EI.
Broadcast or hydroseeding at double the recommended seeding rates may be used in lieu of
drilling (see Appendix A for recommendations).
Broadcast seeding will be used for areas with minimal to moderate slopes and will be
performed by dry dispersal or wet broadcast seeding. Wet broadcast seeding is an effective
treatment for temporary erosion control and may be used when hydroseeding late in the season
or on certain site conditions where hydroseeding is not practical. To support successful seed
germination, seed will be broadcast once soil compaction has been rectified and soil composition
includes proper aeration and water percolation to support plant development. Where seed is
broadcast, the seedbed will be restructured with a cultipacker or imprinter after seeding. Once
seed is broadcast, Atlantic and DETI will rake the area lightly to encourage plant establishment
and minimize the seed that migrates from the site (North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 2009).
Hydroseeding involves the mixing of slurry (i.e., seed, water, fertilizer, tackifier, or
mulch) in a truck -mounted mixing tank and ground application via a pressurized pump.
Hydroseeding is the preferred method of seed dispersal on steep slopes greater than 60 percent,
where site conditions require seed adherence to the disturbed soil. Prior to hydroseeding,
Atlantic and DETI will scarify the seedbed to facilitate lodging and germination of seed.
Tackifiers will be applied where necessary so that seed adheres to soil. Polymer binders, if
selected, will be used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications to ensure proper
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compatibility with fertilizers and to avoid foaming that might otherwise result from excessive
agitation. All chemical components will be mixed and administered in accordance with
manufacturer and applicable agency guidelines. In addition, hydroseeding near wetlands or
waterbodies will only be conducted in accordance with the FERC Plan and Procedures and other
applicable agency regulations.
5.8 SEEDBED AUGMENTATION
5.8.1 Lime and Fertilizer Application
Lime and fertilizer recommendations provided by the various Federal,
State/Commonwealth, local and land management and subject matter experts consulted for each
County/City are provided in Appendix A. Each county crossed by the Projects may have
different fertilization and liming requirements based on the soil characteristics and the proposed
seed mix prescriptions. In general, and in accordance with the Plan and Procedures, upland areas
will have a fertilizer and pH supplement (i.e., lime) mixed in to the upper two inches of topsoil.
No lime or fertilizer will be used within 100 feet of wetlands or waterbodies or within 300 feet of
karst features. In upland areas without specific fertilization requirements, Atlantic and DETI
will:
• apply 150 pounds per acre of 10-20-20 (or similar) fertilizer;
• apply phosphorus or potassium during the same installation, if required;
• avoid fertilizer drift through restricted application times that exclude periods of
high winds or heavy rains; and
• store and mix all fertilizers in upland areas and away from karst features, so as to
avoid wetlands, waterbodies, or karst features.
5.8.2 Mulching
Mulching recommendations provided by the various Federal, State/Commonwealth, local
and land management agencies, and subject matter experts consulted for each County/City are
provided in Appendix A. Each County/City crossed by the Projects may have different mulching
requirements based on the landscape characteristics, soil types, and the proposed seed mix
prescriptions. In general, and in accordance with the Plan, Atlantic and DETI will apply mulch
to slopes immediately after seeding to prevent erosion. In non -forested areas, mulch will be
spread uniformly over a minimum of 75 percent of the surface at a rate of 2 tons per acre, or
1 ton per acre if wood chips are used, or per directions from land managing agencies or
landowners. In forested areas, if the amount of mulch will likely exceed these parameters due to
the shredding of non-merchandi sable forest materials cleared from the rights -of -way, Atlantic
and DETI will request a variance from FERC prior to applying mulch greater than 1 ton/acre.
Mulch materials will be anchored to the soil with stakes or liquid mulch tackifiers. No tackifiers
will be used within 100 feet of wetlands and waterbodies or within 300 feet of karst features.
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Possible mulch materials and application techniques are described below.
Salvaged wood materials, including slash and non -merchantable timber, will be
retained in forested areas and placed on the rights -of -way after final grading, re -
contouring, and seeding is complete. Woody debris is expected to support
revegetation while preventing erosion and providing micro -habitat for various
species.
Native wood chip materials will be used in forested systems and will be generated
from cleared materials that are chipped and stockpiled on the edge of the rights -
of -way. Native wood chips are expected to aid in the successful revegetation of
disturbed areas.
Wood fiber hydromulch may be used in shrubby areas to augment biomass
salvaged during clearing. Hydromulch is evenly distributed and absorbs water
quickly, which enhances seed survival rates and discourages erosion during
regeneration of shrubby species.
Bonded fiber matrix (BFM), a type of hydromulch designed to control erosion on
steep slopes, may also be used where appropriate. BFM slurry contains thermally
processed wood fibers (approximately 80 percent), water (approximately
10 percent), and tackifiers and polymer -based binding agents that are quick to dry
upon application. BFM is hydraulically applied, which allows for controlled
application on steep slopes where access may be difficult. BFM will only be
applied to stable slopes where final grading has been completed and water runoff
has been diverted from the slope face. Once BFM has had 24 to 48 hours to cure,
an erosion -resistant blanket is formed that is flexible, absorbent, and
biodegradable, and that will accelerate plant growth. BFM may be used in
conjunction with slope breakers and other erosion control devices on slopes
longer than 70 feet. BFM application rates will depend on manufacturers
specifications, based upon the slope of the disturbed areas.
Straw or hay that has been certified as weed -free will be used to preserve the soil
base in areas where native salvaged material is not available. In areas that are
seeded by drill, Atlantic and DETI will apply one bale of clean straw or hay per
1,000 square feet. Where broadcast seeding is used, Atlantic and DETI will apply
two bales of clean straw or hay per 1,000 square feet, or in accordance with
requirements specified by Federal or State/Commonwealth land managing
agencies.
5.9 RIPARIAN RESTORATION
Following initial stream bank stabilization, Atlantic and DETI will restore the banks of
waterbodies to preconstruction contours to the extent practicable. In steep -slope areas, re-
grading may be required to reestablish stable contours capable of supporting preconstruction
drainage patterns. Riparian areas will be revegetated with native species across the entire width
of the construction corridor. Restoration of riparian areas will be designed to:
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restore stream bank integrity, including both shore crossings up to the ordinary
high water mark;
withstand periods of high flow without increasing erosion and downstream
sedimentation; and
include temporary erosion control fencing, which will remain in place until stream
bank and riparian restoration is complete.
Permanent bank stabilization and erosion control devices (e.g., natural structures, rock
riprap, and/or large woody debris) will be installed as necessary on steep banks in accordance
with permit requirements to permanently stabilize the banks and minimize sediment deposition
into waterbodies.
5.9.1 Non -forested Riparian Areas
All disturbed banks and riparian work areas will be seeded as soon as possible after final
grading, weather and soil conditions permitting and subject to the recommended seeding dates
for the area. Seeding is intended to stabilize the soil, improve the appearance of the area
disturbed by construction, and restore native flora. As discussed above, Atlantic and DETI will
determine appropriate seeding prescriptions based upon the vegetative community of the
disturbed area, and will continue to consult with land managing agencies regarding seeding
requirements for riparian areas.
5.9.2 Forested Riparian Areas
Restoration of forested riparian areas will include seeding as discussed above, and may
include supplemental plantings of tree seedlings and shrubs. Clearing of riparian trees in
forested areas will reduce shade near streams, and may allow for an increase in local water
temperature. Large woody debris, where available and appropriate habitat conditions exist, will
be placed adjacent to waterbody crossings to add shade and fish habitat. On a site -specific basis
and in consultation with land managing agencies or landowners, Atlantic and DETI will design
riparian revegetation with the use of fast growing native trees and shrubs placed closest to the
bank top to provide canopy recovery as quickly as possible to shade and overhang the
waterbodies. Restoration of forested riparian areas on Federal and State/Commonwealth lands
will be based upon consultations with the appropriate land managing agencies.
5.10 WETLAND RESTORATION
Atlantic and DETI will employ clearing and construction techniques designed to support
regeneration of existing wetland vegetation, including the following:
clearing vegetation at ground level in all non -forested wetland areas outside of the
trench line to leave existing root systems intact to help stabilize soils, preserve
existing ground elevations, and promote revegetation through sprouting and from
existing seed stocks;
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using equipment mats to prevent soil compaction and allow intact root systems to
regrow;
replacing the topsoil segregated from the trenchline in unsaturated wetlands to
promote reestablishment of existing wetland species and preserving the vegetative
propagules (i.e., seeds, tubers, rhizomes, and bulbs) within the soil, which will
have the potential to germinate or sprout when the topsoil is replaced; and
limiting the removal of stumps to the trench area in forested wetlands, except
where safety considerations necessitate additional stump removal, as retained
stumps will facilitate reestablishment of woody species by enabling re -sprouting
from existing root structures.
In accordance with the Procedures, sediment barriers will be installed immediately
following clearing activities occurring within wetlands or adjacent upland areas along the
pipeline rights -of -way. Where necessary, sediment barriers will be installed across the
construction rights -of -way immediately upslope of the wetland boundary to prevent sediment
flow into wetlands. Sediment barriers will be properly maintained throughout construction,
reinstalled as necessary, and removed after restoration is complete and revegetation has
stabilized the disturbed areas.
Seeding of wetlands will be completed according to conditions of applicable permit
approvals as well as site conditions (e.g., where direct seed to soil contact cannot be achieved, no
seeding will occur, as in inundated wetlands). Seeding within temporarily disturbed wetlands
will follow procedures and seed mixes as outlined in Section 5.7 (Site Preparation and Seeding)
and Appendix B. Unless specified by landowners or land managing agencies, revegetation will
be monitored annually until wetland revegetation is successful in accordance with the
Procedures. Wetland revegetation will be considered successful when vegetation community
characteristics are similar to the vegetation in adjacent wetland areas that were not disturbed by
construction. As described in the Procedures, restored wetland vegetation will include at least 80
percent of the species targeted for restoration, and the density (i.e., percent cover) and
distribution (e.g., microsites and patches) of individual plants will be similar to areas not
disturbed by construction. Revegetation requirements appropriate for Federal and
State/Commonwealth lands will be determined through consultation with those agencies.
After revegetation, Atlantic and DETI anticipate no permanent impact on emergent
wetland vegetation within the rights -of -way. Scrub -shrub and forested wetlands will not be
allowed to fully reestablish within portions of the permanent rights -of -way centered over the
pipeline trench lines. Atlantic and DETI will periodically remove woody species from wetlands
to facilitate post -construction inspections of the permanently maintained rights -of -way. Where
the pipelines cross wetlands, Atlantic and DETI will maintain a 10-foot-wide corridor centered
over the pipelines in an herbaceous condition, and remove deep rooted trees within a 30-foot-
wide corridor centered over the pipelines.
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5.11 AGRICULTURAL AREAS
Atlantic and DETI will work with individual landowners to address restoration of active
agricultural areas. Generally, agricultural areas will be replanted by the landowner or tenant,
unless otherwise requested by the landowner. Anticipated impacts on and restoration of
irrigation systems, drain tiles, gates, and other structures are discussed in Resource Report 8.
5.12 EXPOSED BEDROCK
In areas with exposed bedrock or bedrock, Atlantic and DETI will restore the area using
crushed rock rather than attempting to revegetate the area.
5.13 UPLAND FOREST
Atlantic and DETI have prepared and will implement a Timber Removal Plan, which
describes construction and restoration activities in areas where timber is removed. The plan also
addresses compensation for loss of merchantable timber as well as elements of timber
removal/sale that are unique to public lands. Elements of the plan include:
• completion of a timber cruise (on public lands or as agreed to with landowners) to
appraise the value of merchantable timber;
• installation of flagging/fencing of timber removal limits, riparian areas, and other
exclusion zones prior to timber removal operations;
• identification of access and staging requirements for timber removal, including
log landing locations, temporary bridges at waterbody crossings, etc.; and
• identification of timber removal methods (e.g., high line yarder logging,
mechanical harvesting, helicopter logging).
Following construction in forested areas, seed mixes, and/or seedlings will be planted in
temporary workspace areas in accordance with recommendations from the NRCS, land
managing or other applicable agencies, and operators of commercial tree farms. In non -
cultivated uplands, including forested areas, the permanent easement for each pipeline will be
maintained in an herbaceous state.
6.0 FEDERAL LANDS
The AP -I mainline will cross approximately 5.2 miles of Federal lands in the
Monongahela National Forest (MNF) and approximately 15.98miles of Federal lands in the
George Washington National Forest (GWNF), which are administered by the USFS. As
described in Atlantic's and DETI's Resource Reports, Federal lands are managed in accordance
with various management directives, including standards and guidelines for restoration and
revegetation activities. Restoration activities on Federal lands will be in accordance with these
standards and guidelines. Additional site -specific requirements for restoration of Federal lands
are addressed in the Construction, Operations, and Maintenance Plan (COM Plan) that has been
prepared for the ACP in conjunction with USFS staff.
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Atlantic has consulted with the USFS staff and other agencies to identify appropriate seed
mixes and horticultural practices for use during restoration. Based on discussions with the MNF
and GWNF to date, a variety of seed mixes, including native and pollinator -friendly species, and
seeding techniques appropriate to the various conditions expected to be found along the pipeline
route are provided in the COM Plan. The recommended seed mix prescriptions for use during
restoration of disturbed USFS lands are summarized in Appendix A.
In addition to USFS lands, the AP-1 mainline will also cross approximately 0.1 mile of
National Park Service (NPS) lands along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Atlantic is proposing the use
of the horizontal directional drill construction method to install the proposed pipeline under the
Blue Ridge Parkway at this location. The horizontal directional drill method will avoid direct
impacts on the parkway, including impacts on adjacent vegetation.
7.0 STATE LANDS
In West Virginia, the AP-1 mainline crosses 3.7 miles of the Seneca State Forest in
Pocahontas County, West Virginia, and the SHP crosses approximately 3.6 miles of the Lewis
Wetzel WMA in Wetzel County, West Virginia. Seneca State Forest is managed by the WV
Division of Forestry and the Lewis Wetzel WMA is managed by the West Virginia Department
of Natural Resources. The AP-1 mainline crosses 1.2 miles of the James River WMA in Nelson
County, Virginia, which is managed by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
The seed mixes, soils amendments, and application rates, including appropriate cultural
practices recommended by the appropriate State/Commonwealth staff, for the Lewis Wetzel
WMA and the James River WMA in Virginia are provided in Appendix A. The Department of
Game and Inland Fisheries has indicated that it may want to be responsible for replanting the
right-of-way on its lands. The seed mixes, lime, fertilizer, and mulch application rates
recommended by the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources to be used in all newly
disturbed areas in the Seneca State Forest are provided in Appendix A.
8.0 SUPPLEMENTAL PLANTING
Where required, Atlantic and DETI will supplement seeding with the planting of tree
seedlings or small shrubs to mitigate other impacts, such as visual impacts, or as specified in a
species conservation plan.
8.1 NATIONAL FOREST AREAS
See COM plan for details on restoration on the National Forests.
8.2 SENECA STATE FOREST
In the Seneca State Forest, a protected species habitat is located between approximately
Mileposts 79.0 and 79.1, approximately 70 feet from the edge of the rights -of -way. To mitigate
the impacts of the right-of-way on the sensitive species habitat, native tree seedling will be
replanted within a 200-foot-long by 50-foot-wide section of the temporary construction right-of-
way. The 200-foot section of the temporary construction right-of-way will be replanted to
minimize the effects of increased sunlight infiltration.
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8.3 APPALACHIAN NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL
The AP-1 mainline route approaches from the north and runs roughly parallel to the
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (ANST) between approximately Mileposts 152.0 and 156.0,
south of Stuart's Draft and within Back Creek Valley. In this area, the pipeline construction and
permanent rights -of -way would be visible along the ANST from several different lookout points,
including Little Raven's Roost and Cedar Cliffs. To reduce the visibility of the pipeline rights -
of -way from these locations and from the Raven's Roost Overlook located on the Blue Ridge
Parkway, all portions of the temporary construction work area within this 4-mile area will be
replanted with a combination of native trees and shrubs. Typically, this will include
approximately 60 feet of temporary construction rights -of -way on the northwest side of the
permanent rights -of -way, 15 feet of temporary construction rights -of -way on the southeast side
of the permanent rights -of -way, and in some locations an additional 50 feet of the additional
temporary work space (ATWS) on either or both outer sides of the temporary construction
rights -of -way.
8.4 PINEY MOUNTAIN AREA
To reduce the AP-1 mainline visual impacts at Piney Mountain between approximately
Mileposts 158.9 and 159.4, associated with clearing the rights -of -way and as seen from the west
side, particularly from the Three Ridges Overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Atlantic will
replant the temporary construction rights -of -way and ATWS with a combination of shrub and
tree species. The 15 feet of the temporary construction areas nearest to the pipeline will be
replanted with shrubs and shallow rooted small trees. The remaining areas of the temporary
construction rights -of -way will be replanted with trees. The permanent rights -of -way will be
seeded with herbaceous vegetation.
8.5 LONG -LEAF PLANTING IN NORTH CAROLINA
Two small long -leaf pine -wire grass communities will be crossed by segment AP-2 of the
ACP between approximately Mileposts 156.5 and 156.6 and between approximately mileposts
156.8 and 156.9 in North Carolina. These communities are important ecologically for a variety
of reasons, and as such, Atlantic has agreed to actively replant long -leaf pine within the
temporary construction rights -of -way and ATWS along the ACP route where it will be cleared
for construction.
8.6 STANLEY SLOUGH PLANTINGS
At Milepost 9.4 on segment AP-3, Atlantic will cross a portion of Stanley Slough and
Stanley Slough II, both part of the North Carolina Division of Mitigation Services Wetland
Mitigation Bank. In addition to reducing the width of the construction rights -of -way through this
area, Atlantic will also plant 25 five -gallon size trees inside the disturbed construction work area
on the south side of the installed pipeline. The trees will be planted on an average spacing of 8
feet x 8 feet using planting holes at least twice as wide and as deep as the tree container and
backfilled with soil.
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Care of plant stock, planting procedures, select fencing, recordkeeping,
monitoring/reporting, and plant replacement requirements for this planting area should be
considered to be the same as described in Section 8.1 for the National Forests.
9.0 RESTORATION MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE
9.1 MONITORING
The general objectives of the monitoring program will be to determine the status and
effectiveness of restoration efforts and to determine locations where additional maintenance may
be required. Atlantic and DETI will inspect disturbed areas after the first and second growing
seasons to determine the success of revegetation. In agricultural areas, revegetation will be
considered successful when the area has been revegetated and is similar to adjacent undisturbed
areas of the same field. In all other non -forested areas, revegetation will be considered
successful when the density and cover of non -nuisance vegetation is similar to adjacent areas that
were not disturbed by construction activities. In Federal and State/Commonwealth forested
areas, monitoring activities will be performed until reforestation is determined successful based
on pre -defined success criteria, as determined through consultations with Federal and
State/Commonwealth land managing agencies.
Atlantic and DETI will continue revegetation efforts until they are successful.
Restoration will be considered successful when construction debris is removed, similar
vegetative cover or bedrock has been restored, the original surface elevations are restored as
closely as practicable to preconstruction contours, the surface condition is similar to adjacent
non -disturbed areas, and proper drainage is restored.
9.2 GRAZING DEFERMENTS
Where warranted, Atlantic and DETI will work with landowners or lessees to implement
grazing deferment plans (e.g., by fencing off restoration sites) to minimize impacts on emergent
vegetation due to grazing.
9.3 PERMANENT RIGHTS -OF -WAY MAINTENANCE
In order to maintain accessibility of the rights -of -way and to accommodate pipeline
integrity surveys, vegetation within the permanent easements will be periodically mowed over
the pipelines. In accordance with the Plan, in non -cultivated uplands, a 10-foot-wide herbaceous
corridor may be maintained annually, as needed. In addition, trees and brush will be cleared
over the entire width of the permanent rights -of -way on an as -needed basis not to exceed once
every 3 years. In wetlands and riparian areas, the Procedures allow a 10-foot-wide corridor
centered over pipelines to be permanently maintained in an herbaceous state. The Procedures
also allow for cutting and removing trees greater than 15 feet in height within 15 feet of pipelines
in wetlands.
Atlantic and DETI will use mechanical mowing or cutting along their rights -of -way for
normal vegetative maintenance. Atlantic and DETI will monitor the rights -of -way for
infestations of invasive species that may have been created or exacerbated by construction,
restoration, or maintenance activities, and will treat such infestations in consultation with
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landowners and applicable agencies in accordance with its Invasive Plant Species Management
Plan.
10.0 INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES MANAGEMENT
Atlantic and DETI have developed an Invasive Plan Species Management Plan, which
identifies measures to be implemented to prevent and control the introduction or spread of
invasive plant species during and following construction of the Projects. The plan identifies
treatment measures for invasive plant species such as the application of herbicide or mechanical
measures such as mowing. The plan is incorporated by reference into this Restoration and
Rehabilitation Plan.
As requested by FERC in the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Projects, the
following protocols for herbicide application will be implemented:
• Atlantic and DETI will not use aerial spraying as a means of invasive plant
species control along the rights -of -way;
• Atlantic and DETI will not use herbicides within 25 feet of known occurrences of
federally -listed endangered or threatened plant species;
• Atlantic and DEIT will not use herbicides (or pesticides) within 100 feet of a
waterbody or wetland, except where allowed by State/Commonwealth or Federal
agencies;
• Atlantic and DETI will not use spraying of herbicides (or insecticides) within a
300-foot karst feature buffer, except where allowed by State/Commonwealth or
Federal agencies.
11.0 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
11.1 ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTORS
EIs will have the authority to stop activities that violate environmental conditions of
Federal or State/Commonwealth environmental permits and landowner agreements and to order
appropriate corrective action. During revegetation and restoration, the EIs will be responsible
for:
ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Plan and Procedures; Atlantic's
and DETI's construction, restoration, and mitigation plans; conditions required by
permits and other approvals; this Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan; and
environmental requirements identified in landowner easement agreements;
identifying, documenting, and overseeing corrective actions, as necessary, to
bring an activity back into compliance;
verifying that the limits of authorized construction work areas and locations of
access roads are visibly marked before clearing;
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• verifying the location of restoration sites, and maintaining appropriate signage for
boundaries of sensitive resource areas, waterbodies, wetlands, farm improvements
(i.e., repair of fences, drain tiles, irrigation systems, or structures), or areas with
special restoration requirements;
• monitoring erosion and sediment control devices and soil stabilization measures
in construction areas, and identifying additional needs for new controls or
maintenance of existing controls;
• verifying that dewatering activities are properly monitored and do not result in the
deposition of sand, silt, and/or sediment into sensitive environmental resource
areas, including but not limited to wetlands, waterbodies, cultural resource sites,
and sensitive species habitats;
• ensuring that subsoil and topsoil are tested in agricultural and residential areas to
measure compaction and determine the need for corrective action;
• advising the Construction Inspector when environmental conditions (such as wet
or frozen soils) make it advisable to restrict or delay construction activities to
avoid topsoil mixing or excessive compaction;
• ensuring restoration of contours and topsoil;
• verifying that soils imported for agricultural or residential use have been certified
as free of invasive species and soil pests, unless otherwise approved by the
landowner;
• determining the need for and ensuring that erosion controls are properly installed,
as necessary, to prevent sediment flow into wetlands, waterbodies, sensitive areas,
and onto roads;
• inspecting and ensuring the maintenance of temporary erosion control measures at
least:
0 on a daily basis in areas of active construction or equipment operation;
0 on a weekly basis in areas with no construction or equipment operation;
and
0 within 24 hours of each 0.5 inch of rainfall.
ensuring the repair of all ineffective temporary erosion control measures within
24 hours of identification;
keeping records of compliance or non-compliance with conditions of
environmental regulatory permits and approvals, including activities that could
result in decertification of organic farms; and
identifying areas that will require special attention to ensure stabilization and
restoration success.
Where appropriate for local resource needs, the role of EIs may be filled by agricultural
or horticultural specialists.
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11.2 DOCUMENTATION
In accordance with the Plan, Atlantic and DETI will maintain post -construction records
of activities performed and will submit quarterly activity reports to the FERC. Reports will
document any issues that arise during revegetation, including those identified by the landowner
or land managing agency, and corrective actions taken for at least two years following
construction. Reports will identify by milepost:
• method of application, application rate, and type of fertilizer, pH modifier, seed,
and mulch used;
• acreage treated;
• dates of backfilling and seeding;
• names of landowners requesting special seeding treatment and a description of the
follow-up actions;
• the location of subsurface drainage repairs or improvements made during
restoration; and
• problem areas, such areas where vegetation did not establish or erosion occurred,
and how they were addressed.
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12.0 REFERENCES
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. 2013a. Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and
Maintenance Plan. Available online at: http://www.ferc.gov/industries/gas/enviro/
lap npdf.
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. 2013b. Wetland and Waterbody Construction and
Mitigation Procedures. Available online at: http://www.ferc.gov/industries/gas/enviro/
procedures.pdf.
Glennon, Robert. 2015. Personal communication with Herbert Pirela of Environmental
Resources Management, Inc. Private Lands Biologist.
Glennon, Robert. 2017. Personal communication with Herbert Pirela of Environmental
Resources Management, Inc. Private Lands Biologist.
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. 2009. North Carolina
Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual. Available online at:
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/Ir/576. Accessed June 2015.
Roundstone Native Seed. 2015. Jeremy Hamlington, personal communication with Herbert
Pirela of Environmental Resources Management, Inc. Horticulturist.
Roundstone Native Seed. 2017. Jeremy Hamlington, personal communication with Herbert
Pirela of Environmental Resources Management, Inc. Horticulturist.
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. 1992. Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control
Handbook. Available online at: http://www.deq.vir ig nia. ov�/Programs/Water/
StormwaterManagement/Publications/ESCHandbook.aspx. Accessed June 2015
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Oil and Gas. 2012. West
Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Field Manual. Available online at:
http://www.dep.wv. gov/oil-and-gas/Documents/Erosion%20Manual%2004.pdf.
Accessed June 2015.
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
and
DOMINION TRANSMISSION, INC.
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
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Appendix A
Recommended Seed Mix Prescriptions and Soil Amendments
Atlantic ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
Coast ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
PlpeLine Docket Nos. CP15-554-000 &
CP15-554-001
and
DOMINION TRANSMISSION, INC.
Domin1on SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
Energy
Docket No. CP15-555-000
Recommended Seed Mix Prescriptions and Soil
Amendments
Prepared by
ERM
February 2018
Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................1
2.0 ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE......................................................................................1
2.1 West Virginia...........................................................................................................1
2.1.1 Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and Upshur Counties......................................1
2.1.2 Pocahontas County.......................................................................................2
2.1.3 Federal Lands...............................................................................................4
2.1.4 State Lands.................................................................................................10
2.2 Virginia..................................................................................................................14
2.2.1 Augusta, Brunswick, Buckingham, Cumberland, Highland, Bath, Nelson,
Nottoway, and Prince Edward Counties....................................................14
2.2.2 Federal Lands.............................................................................................23
2.2.3 State Lands.................................................................................................23
2.2.4 Dinwiddie, Greensville, and Southampton Counties, and Chesapeake and
Suffolk Cities (Coastal Plain Region)........................................................25
2.2.5 Shrub Planting............................................................................................29
2.3 North Carolina.......................................................................................................30
2.3.1 Northampton County.................................................................................30
2.3.2 Halifax and Wilson Counties.....................................................................31
2.3.3 Nash and Johnston Counties......................................................................32
2.3.4 Sampson County ........................................................................................33
2.3.5 Cumberland County...................................................................................35
2.3.6 Robeson County.........................................................................................36
3.0 SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT......................................................................................40
3.1 West Virginia.........................................................................................................40
3.1.1 Wetzel and Tyler Counties.........................................................................40
3.1.2 State Lands.................................................................................................41
3.1.4 Recommended Native Grasses and Pollinators Seed Mixtures, Application
Rates, and Non -Native Cover Crop by Physiographical Region...............44
3.2 Pennsylvania..........................................................................................................44
3.2.1 Westmoreland County...............................................................................44
4.0 REFERENCES.................................................................................................................46
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
LIST OF TABLES
Table 2.1.1-1
Seed Mix WVHLRU0I Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture ................ 1
Table 2.1.1-2
Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and Upshur Counties, West Virginia
Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover ........................................ 2
Table 2.1.1-3
Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and Upshur Counties, West Virginia
Recommended Soil Amendments and Application Rates ................................ 2
Table 2.1.2-1
Seed Mix WVPO01: Recommended Cool or Warm Seed Mixes for
Pocahontas County, West Virginia................................................................... 3
Table 2.1.2-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application ............................................... 3
Table 2.1.2-3
Recommended Mulch Material Rates and Uses ............................................... 4
Table 2.1.3-1
Seed Mix FSO1: Recommended Seed Mixes for Temporary Erosion Control
bySlope Class................................................................................................... 6
Table 2.1.3-2
Seed Mix FS02: Recommended Seed Mix for Permanent Erosion Control..... 7
Table 2.1.3-3
Seed Mix FS03: Recommended Seed Mix for Dry Uplands or High Elevation
HabitatAreas.................................................................................................... 8
Table 2.1.3-4
Seed Mix FS04: Recommended Seed Mix for Riparian Habitat Areas............ 8
Table 2.1.3-5
Seed Mix FS05: Recommended Seed Mix for Wetland Habitat Areas a......... 9
Table 2.1.3-6
Seed Mix FS06: Recommended Seed Mix for Dry Acidic Habitat Areas ....... 9
Table 2.1.4-1
Seed Mix WVSEN: Recommended Herbaceous Seed Mix ........................... 11
Table 2.1.5-1
Seed Mix P-MUDWOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in West Virginia....................................................................... 11
Table 2.1.5-2
Seed Mix P-MUDWO1:Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Forb
Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
Sites in West Virginia..................................................................................... 12
Table 2.1.5-3
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Grass
Seed Mix and Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
Sites in West Virginia..................................................................................... 12
Table 2.1.5-4
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Forb
Seed Mix Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
Sites in West Virginia..................................................................................... 13
Table 2.1.5-5
Seed Mix P-NNTC: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Non -
Native Temporary Cover Crop Species for Steep Slope Areas in West
Virginia........................................................................................................... 13
Table 2.1.5-6
Seed Mix P-NNGC: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Non -
Native Grass Cover Mix for Steep Slope Areas in West Virginia .................. 14
Table 2.2.1-3
Recommended Soil Amendments................................................................... 14
Table 2.2.1-4
Mulch Specifications...................................................................................... 21
Table 2.2.1-1
Seed Mix VABC14NPO1:Recommended Cool Season Erosion Prevention
Species and Seed Mixtures............................................................................. 15
Table 2.2.1-2
Seed Mix VABC14NP02: Recommended Cool and Warm Season Forage
Species and Seed Mixtures............................................................................. 17
Table 2.2.1-5
Seed Mix P-VABC14NPOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in Virginia................................................................................ 22
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Table 2.2.1-6
Seed Mix P-VABC14NPOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately
Well/Well Drained Sites in Virginia...............................................................
22
Table 2.2.1-7
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain and Piedmont
Physiographic Regions Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat
Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia ............................................
22
Table 2.2.1-8
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain and Piedmont
Physiographic Regions Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates Somewhat
Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia ............................................
23
Table 2.2.3-1
Seed Mix VJRWMA01: Recommended Grass Seed Mix and Application
Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained — Partially Shade Sites...
24
Table 2.2.3-2
Seed Mix VJRWMA02: Recommended Grass Seed Mix and Application
Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained — Wildlife Site ...............
24
Table 2.2.3-3
Seed Mix VJRWMA03: Recommended Grass Seed Mixes and Application
Rates for Steep Slopes Stabilization...............................................................
25
Table 2.2.4-1
Seed Mix VACSDGSOI: Recommended Cool and Warm Season Species,
Cultivars, Seeding Rates, Seeding Dates, and Temporary Cover ...................
26
Table 2.2.4-2
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic
Region Grass Mixture for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites In
Virginia...........................................................................................................
27
Table 2.2.4-3
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic
Region Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately
Well Drained Sites in Virginia........................................................................
28
Table 2.2.4-4
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic
Region Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very
Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia.....................................................................
28
Table 2.2.4-5
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic
Region Forb Seed Mix Seed and Application Rate Mix for Somewhat Poorly
to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia........................................................
28
Table 2.2.5-1
Seed Mix VDEQ1: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Shrub
Seed Mix and Application Rates.....................................................................
29
Table 2.2.5-2
Seed Mix VDEQ2: Recommended Piedmont Physiographic Region Shrub
Seed Mix and Application Rates.....................................................................
30
Table 2.2.5-3
Seed Mix VDEQ3: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region Shrub
Seed Mix and Application Rates.....................................................................
30
Table 2.3.1-1
Seed Mix NCNO01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture ...................
31
Table 2.3.1-2
Seed Mix NCNO02: Recommended Warm Season Seed Mixture .................
31
Table 2.3.1-3
Recommended Soil Amendments...................................................................
31
Table 2.3.2-1
Seed Mix NCHWO1:Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture ...................
32
Table 2.3.3-1
Seed Mix NCNJOI: Recommended Cool Season Grass Seed Mixture ..........
33
Table 2.3.3-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application .............................................
33
Table 2.3.4-1
Seed Mix NCSA01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture ...................
33
Table 2.3.4-2
Seed Mix NCSA02: Recommended Warm Season Seed Mixture .................
34
Table 2.3.4-3
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application .............................................
34
Table 2.3.5-1
Seed Mix NCCU01: Recommended Cool and Warm Season Seed Mixture.
35
Table 2.3.5-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application .............................................
35
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Table 2.3.5-3
Recommended Mulch Material Rates and Uses .............................................
36
Table 2.3.6-1
Seed Mix NCRO01: Recommended Warm Season Seed Mixture .................
36
Table 2.3.6-2
Seed Mix P-NCROO1:Recommended Pollinator Seed Mixture .....................
37
Table 2.3.7-1
Seed Mix P-CPDWO 1: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in North Carolina......................................................................
37
Table 2.3.7-2
Seed Mix P-CPDWO1:Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well
Drained Sites in North Carolina......................................................................
38
Table 2.3.7-3
Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly
Drained Sites in North Carolina......................................................................
38
Table 2.3.7-4
Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly
Drained Sites in North Carolina......................................................................
39
Table 2.3.7-5
Seed Mix P-NNTC: Recommended Non-native Temporary Cover Crop
Species............................................................................................................
39
Table 2.3.7-6
Seed Mix P-NNGC: Recommended Non-native Grass Cover Mix ...............
40
Table 3.1.1-1
Seed Mix WVWE01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture .................
40
Table 3.1.1-2
Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover ......................................
41
Table 3.1.1-3
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application for Permanent Seeding .......
41
Table 3.1.1-4
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application for Temporary Seeding
(Absent of a Soil Test)....................................................................................
41
Table 3.1.2-1
Seed Mix WVLWWMA01: Recommended Grass Seed Mixes and
ApplicationRate.............................................................................................
42
Table 3.1.2-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application .............................................
42
Table 3.1.3-1
Seed Mix WVDHOI: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixtures ................
43
Table 3.1.3-2
Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover ......................................
43
Table 3.1.3-3
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application .............................................
43
Table 3.2.1-1
Seed Mix PAWE01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture ...................
44
Table 3.2.1-2
Soil Amendment Application Rate Equivalents .............................................
44
Table 3.2.1-3
Recommended Mulch Type and Rates...........................................................
45
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A Summary of Seed Mixes by County for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline and
Supply Header Project
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ACP
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
GWNF
George Washington National Forest
MNF
Monongahela National Forest
NPS
National Park Service
NRCS Natural Resources Conservation Service
SHP Supply Header Project
USFS U.S. Forest Service
VDEQ Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
WMA Wildlife Management Area
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE — Docket Nos. CP15-554-000 & CP15-554-001
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT — Docket No. CP15-555-000
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This appendix compiles seed mix prescriptions and soil amendment recommendations
provided by Federal and State/Commonwealth agencies, and subject matter experts consulted for
the restoration and rehabilitation of the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) and Supply
Header Project (SHP). The recommendations are summarized by county in Attachment A and
discussed below.
2.0 ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
2.1 WEST VIRGINIA
2.1.1 Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and Upshur Counties
The following seed mixtures and application rates, seeding dates, soil amendments
recommendations, and planting recommendations are for Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and
Upshur counties in West Virginia. These recommendations are based on the collection of
correspondences and discussions with Federal and State agencies, including communication with
Greg Stone (Natural Resources Conservation Service [MRCS] Acting State Resource
Conservationist) and Jeff Griffith (NRCS Conservationist). The tables and lists below provide
the specific recommendations for these counties. No specific recommendations were made in
these counties regarding tackifiers, mulching, or anchoring of mulch or seed.
Recommended Seed Mixes and Application Rates
TABLE 2.1.1-1
Seed Mix W VHLRU01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture
Seed Mixture Potentially Suitable Land Use Common Species Name' Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
1 Pasture or Hay Orchardgrass 10
Ladino Clover 2
Red Clover 3
Redtop 3
2 Pasture Kentucky Bluegrass 20
Ladino Clover 2
Red Clover 3
Redtop 3
3 Pasture or Hay Orchardgrass 20
Redtop 5
Birdsfoot Trefoil 10
a Species in bold are more wildlife -friendly; species in italics are suitable for use in filter strips.
b lbs/acre/PLS —pounds per acre of pure live seed
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Recommended Seeding Dates
TABLE 2.1.1-2
Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and Upshur Counties, West Virginia Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover
Seeding Dates Suitability
March 1 to April 15 Best seeding period
August 1 to October 1 Best seeding period
December 1 to March 1 Good seeding period (dormant seeding)
April 15 to August 1 High risk (moisture stress likely)
October 1 to December 1 High risk (potential freeze damage to young seedlings)
Recommended Soil Amendments and Application Rates
TABLE 2.1.1-3
Harrison, Lewis, Randolph, and Upshur Counties, West Virginia Recommended Soil Amendments and Application Rates
Soil Amendment Type Application Rate
Lime 3 tons per acre
Fertilizer' 400 pounds per acre
a Fertilizer with a 10-20-20 ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium is recommended.
Planting Recommendations
• Certified seed is preferred.
• Use proper inoculants prior to seeding for all legumes.
• Amend soil fertility and pH levels to satisfy the needs of the plant species.
• For unprepared seedbeds or seeding outside the optimum timeframes:
o Add 50 percent more seed to the specified application rate, particularly
during the periods of April 15 — August 1, and October 1 — March 1.
o Double the seed application rate and consider planting an annual small
grain like wheat (2 bushels [120 pounds] per acre) to act as a nurse crop.
2.1.2 Pocahontas County
The following seed mixtures, application rates, and soil amendment recommendations are
for Pocahontas County, West Virginia. The recommendations are based on correspondence and
discussions with Iden Gunther (NRCS Conservationist) and Susan Davis (West Virginia
Department of Natural Resources). Seed Mix WVPO01 provides seeding recommendations for
disturbed areas from the NRCS Critical Area Planting Standard that is commonly used with a
high success rate in the County.
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Application Rates
TABLE 2.1.2-1
Seed Mix WVPO01: Recommended Cool or Warm Seed Mixes for Pocahontas County, West Virginia
Seeding Application Rate
Seed Mixture Species / Mixture a
(lbs/acre/PLS)b
Soil Drainage Preference
pH Range
1
Crownvetch
10 —15
Well — Moderately Well
5.0
— 7.5
Perennial Ryegrass
20
2
KY Bluegrass
20
Well — Moderately Well
5.5
— 7.5
Redtop
3
Ladino Clover or
2
Birdsfoot Trefoil
10
3
Timothy
8
Well - Poorly
5.5 —
7.5
Birdsfoot Trefoil
8
4
Orchardgrass
10
Well — Moderately Well
5.5
— 7.5
Ladino Clover
2
Redtop
3
5
Orchardgrass
10
Well — Moderately Well
5.5
— 7.5
Ladino Clover
2
5
Birdsfoot Trefoil
10
Well — Moderately Well
5.5
— 7.5
Redtop
5
Orchardgrass
20
Source: WVDEP, 2012.
a
Species in bold are more wildlife -friendly; species in italics are suitable
for use in filter strips.
b
lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Soil Amendments and Application Rates
TABLE 2.1.2-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Lime Application Rate Fertilizer Application Rate
pH of Soil a (tons/acre)' (10-20-20 or equivalent) (lbs/acre)
> 6.0 2 500
5.0 to 6.0 3
< 5.0 4
Source: WVDEP, 2012.
a The pH can be determined with a portable pH testing kit or by sending the soil samples to a soil testing laboratory. When four tons of
lime per acre is applied it must be incorporated into the soil by disking, backblading, or tracking up and down the slope.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
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Recommended Mulch Material and Application Rates
TABLE 2.1.2-3
Recommended Mulch Material Rates and Uses
Material Minimum Rates Per Acre Coverage Remarks
Hay or Straw 2-3 Tons (100 — 150 Bales) 75% - 90% Subject to wind blowing or washing
unless tied down
Wood Fiber, Pulp Fiber, Wood- 1,000 — 1,500 lbs Cover all disturbed areas Hydroseeding
Cellulose, Recirculated Paper
Source: WVDEP, 2012.
Chemical Mulches, Soil Binders, and Tackifiers Recommendations
Determine mulch -type and its appropriate application rate;
A wide range of synthetic tackifiers (e.g., spray -on materials) are marketed to
stabilize and protect the seeds and soil surfaces. These tackifiers are mixed with
water and seed mixtures, and sprayed over the mulch and soils. They may be
used alone in some cases as temporary stabilizers, or in conjunction with fiber
mulch, straw or hay; and
Chemical tackifiers, when used alone, do not have the capability to insulate the
soil or retain soil moisture as effectively as organic mulches such wood fiber,
straw, or hay.
Mulch Anchoring
Depending on field conditions, mulch anchoring (e.g., mechanical methods or
netting) may become necessary due to environmental conditions, including heavy
winds or rapid water runoff (e.g., rain or snowmelt).
Mechanical Anchoring
o Apply mulch and pull a mulch anchoring tool over the mulch. When a
disk is used, set the disk straight and pull across the slope. Mulch material
should be tucked into the soil about three inches.
Mulch Netting
o Follow manufacturer's recommendations when positioning and stapling
mulch netting into the soil.
2.1.3 Federal Lands
Monongahela National Forest — Pocahontas County
Seeding
Atlantic consulted with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and other agencies to identify
appropriate seed mixes and horticultural practices for use during restoration. Based on
discussions with the Monongahela National Forest (MNF) and the George Washington National
Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
Forest (GWNF) to date, a variety of seed mixes are provided, including native and pollinator
friendly species, and seeding techniques appropriate to the various conditions expected to be
found along the pipeline route.
Atlantic will perform seeding of permanent vegetation during the Fall or Spring of the
year in which construction is completed, within the recommended seeding dates, and within six
working days of final grading, weather and soil conditions permitting. Atlantic will prioritize
seeding and other restoration work in high -elevation areas, in an attempt to avoid restoration
delays due to winter -related weather and field conditions. If seeding cannot be done within
optimal time frames, appropriate temporary erosion control measures will be installed and
temporary grass cover will be seeded. If temporary grass cover is used, seeding of permanent
vegetation will occur at the beginning of the next recommended seeding season.
In the MNF and GWNF appropriate seasons for seeding can vary dramatically depending
on elevation. Spring seeding can be conducted from March 15' — June I", and fall seeding can
be done from August 15t' — October 15t', but neither timeframe is appropriate in its entirety at all
elevations. Atlantic will consult with the USFS for the most appropriate timeframes for specific
elevations and for seeding or treatments outside normal or appropriate seasons.
Seed Mix Recommendations
The recommended USFS guidance and application techniques, and seed mixes tailored
for the MNF and GWNF for temporary and permanent erosion control and special site conditions
and habitats, are provided below:
Seed will be Virginia- or West Virginia- certified seed (bag tags attached; seed
certification will meet each State's standards for their certified seed
classification), or alternative seed sourced from approved distributors.
All leguminous seed will be either be pre -inoculated from a supplier, or mixed
with inoculant specified for use on that particular seed according to
manufacturer's directions. Inoculants will be manually applied at double the
manufacturer's rate. Inoculant will be mixed with legume seed prior to mixing
with other seeds. For hydroseeding a minimum of five times the dry seeding rate
of inoculant will be used.
When using native seed, local ecotypes will be used as available, in the following
order of preference: from within State; from mountain regions of an adjoining
state; or from within 100 miles, as long as it is within the Appalachian mountain
ecosystem.
A minimum of 100 pounds per acre of seed will be applied when seeding for
permanent erosion control, unless otherwise specified by the seed mix provider.
All seeding will occur promptly after construction halts, either temporarily or
permanently. Erosion control seed mixes will be sufficient to stabilize sites for
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varying lengths of time, and seed mixes may need to vary depending on that
timeframe.
• Areas to be planted with species beneficial for wildlife after pipeline installation
will be treated with a temporary erosion control mix during a normal seeding
season.
• Areas not to be treated with wildlife seed species will be treated with permanent
erosion control seeding during a normal seeding season.
• Seeding rates will be doubled when hydroseeding.
Temporary Erosion Control Seed Mixes
Table 2.1.3-1 provides a summary of seed mixtures and application rates by slope class
recommended to be used in disturbed areas on National Forest Service (NFS) lands for
temporary erosion control under the following conditions:
• where erosion control is needed outside of normal seeding seasons;
• concurrent with permanent mechanical erosion control; and
• prior to permanent seeding, where such follow-up is appropriate.
TABLE 2.1.3-1
Seed Mix FSOI: Recommended Seed Mixes for Temporary Erosion Control by Slope Class
Seed Mix/Slope Common Species
Number of Seeds
Seeding Application Rate
Class Name'
Scientific Name
(seeds/feet2) b
(lbs/acre/PLS) `
0 to 30 Percent Slope
1 Annual Rye Grass
Lolium multiflorum
34.87
7.00
Cereal Rye
Secale cereale
18.60
45.00
Brown Top Millet
Panicum ramosum
13.77
8.00
Total
60.00
31 to 50 Percent Slope
2 Annual Rye Grass
Lolium multiflorum
52.31
10.50
Cereal Rye
Secale cereale
27.89
67.50
Brown Top Millet
Panicum ramosum
20.66
12.00
Total
90.00
50 to > 70 Percent Slope
3 Annual Rye Grass
Lolium multiflorum
78.46
15.75
Cereal Rye
Secale cereale
41.84
101.25
Brown Top Millet
Panicum ramosum
30.99
18.00
Total
135.00
Source: USES, 2016; Roundstone, 2017.
a Temporary erosion control species.
The FS also recommended German/Foxtail
Millet (Seteria italic) as a temporary species.
b Seeds per square feet.
lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed.
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Permanent Erosion Control Seed Mix
Table 2.1.3-2 provides a summary of seed mixtures and application rates that are
recommended to be used in disturbed areas on USFS lands for permanent erosion control under
the following conditions:
• only during normal seeding season in Spring and Fall;
• on slopes too steep or inaccessible for planting equipment, i.e., in slopes 50
percent or greater; or
• on areas planned to be left not in final grade for more than 1 year.
TABLE 2.1.3-2
Seed Mix FS02: Recommended Seed Mix for Permanent Erosion Control
Type
Common Species
Name'
Scientific Name
Number of Seeds
(seeds/feet')'
Seeding Application Rate
(lbs/acre/PLS) b
Non-native
Creeping Red Fescue
Festuca rubra
10.33
1.000
Grasses
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
32.14
8.000
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
53.37
5.000
Upland Bentgrass
Agrostis perennans
22.96
0.125
Canada Wild Rye
Elymus canadensis
10.47
4.000
Deer Tongue Grass
Panicum clandestinum
32.14
4.000
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicum
9.18
4.000
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
11.89
2.000
Forbs
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
2.18
0.500
New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae
6.89
0.250
False Sunflower
Heliopsis helianthoides
3.62
1.500
Showy Ticktrefoil
Desmodium canadense
2.48
1.500
Slender Lespedeza
Lespedeza virginica
2.01
0.500
Slender Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
17.22
0.125
Bergamot
Monardafistulosa
14.35
0.500
American Senna
Senna hebecarpa
0.76
1.500
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
1.72
1.000
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
18.37
0.500
Source: USFS, 2016; Roundstone, 2017.
' Seeds per square feet.
b lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed.
Special Site Conditions Seed Mixes (Native Species for Wildlife Pollinators)
Seed mixes FS03 — for Dry Uplands or Highlands (Table 2.1.3-3), FSO4 — for Riparian
Habitat Areas (Table 2.1.3-4), FS05 — for Wetland Habitat Areas (Table 2.1.3-5), and FS06 for
Dry Low pH Habitat Areas (Table 2.1.3-6) are provided below, and are to be applied as
permanent vegetation in areas where drill -seeding is feasible (e.g., in areas where slopes are less
than 50 percent).
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TABLE 2.1.3-3
Seed Mix FS03: Recommended Seed Mix for Dry Uplands or High Elevation Habitat Areas a
Type Common Species Name
Scientific Name
Number of Seeds
(seeds/feet')'
Seeding Application Rate
(lbs/acre/PLS) `
Grasses Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
16.07
4.000
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
11.89
2.000
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
13.77
6.000
Forbs Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
9.18
0.250
Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
0.28
0.250
False Sunflower
Heliopsis helianthoides
1.81
0.750
Panicled Leaf Ticktrefoil
Desmodium paniculatum
0.83
0.500
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
0.86
0.500
Showy Ticktrefoil
Desmodium canadense
0.83
0.500
Slender Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
17.22
0.125
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
7.17
0.250
Source: USES, 2016; Roundstone, 2017.
a Reduce planting application rate by 5
percent for each slope class (i.e., 0
- 8, 8 -15, or 15 — 30 percent) below slope class 30 — 50
percent. "High Elevation" areas are habitat sites with elevations higher than 3,000 feet above sea mean level.
b Seeds per square feet.
lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed.
TABLE 2.1.3-4
Seed Mix FSO4: Recommended Seed Mix for Riparian Habitat Areas a
Type Common Species Name
Scientific Name
Number of Seeds
(seeds/feel) b
Seeding Application Rate
(lbs/acre/PLS) `
Grasses Upland Bentgrass
Agrostis perennans
11.48
0.063
Big Bluestein
Andropogon gerardii
16.53
5.000
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
11.48
5.000
Forbs Boneset
Eupatorium perfoliatum
11.48
0.250
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
11.48
0.250
Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium fistulosum
17.22
0.375
Wild Senna
Senna mardandica
0.30
0.500
New York Ironweed
Vernonia noveboracensis
0.86
0.125
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
0.86
0.500
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium maculatum
4.02
0.125
Swamp Milkweed
Asclepias incarnata
0.40
0.250
Source: USFS, 2016; Roundstone, 2017.
a Reduce planting application rate by 5
percent for each slope class (i.e., 0
- 8, 8 -15, or 15 — 30 percent) below slope class 30 — 50
percent.
b Seeds per square feet.
lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed.
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TABLE 2.1.3-5
Seed Mix FS05: Recommended Seed Mix for Wetland Habitat Areas a
Number of Seeds
Seeding Application Rate
Type Common Species Name
Scientific Name
(seeds/feet2)b
(lbs/acre/PLS) `
Non-native Oats d
Arena sativa
14.25
32.000
Grasses Bottlebrush Grass
Elymus hystrix
0.86
0.500
Nodding Sedge
Carex crinita
4.13
0.250
Path Rush
Juncus tennis
25.83
0.250
Red Top Panicum
Panicum rigidulum
27.38
1.500
Soft Rush
Juncus effusus
51.65
0.5000
Squarrose Sedge
Carex squarrosa
2.30
0.250
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
4.46
0.750
Tussock Sedge
Carex stricta
10.33
0.250
Wool Grass
Scirpus cyperinus
51.65
0.250
Forbs Blue False Indigo
Baptisia australis
0.30
0.500
Canada Anemone
Anemone canadensis
0.18
0.063
Canadian Burnet
Sanguisorba canadensis
0.29
0.063
Great Blue Lobelia
Lobelia siphilitica
11.48
0.063
New York Ironweed
Vernonia noveboracensis
1.72
0.250
Spotted Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium maculatum
8.03
0.250
Swamp Milkweed
Asclepias incarnata
0.40
0.250
American Senna
Senna hebecarpa
0.38
0.750
Source: USES, 2016; Roundstone, 2017.
a Reduce planting application rate by 5 percent for each slope class (i.e., 0
- 8, 8 -15, or 15 — 30 percent)
below slope class 30 — 50
percent.
b Seeds per square feet.
lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed.
d Use Spring Oats instead of Cereal Rye as a nurse crop because it is less competitive
with natives.
TABLE 2.1.3-6
Seed Mix FS06: Recommended Seed Mix for Dry Acidic Habitat Areas a
Type Common Species Name
Scientific Name
Number of Seeds
(seeds/fee`) b
Seeding Application Rate
(lbs/acre/PLS) `
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
53.37
5.000
Grasses SplitbeardBluestem
Andropogonternarius
9.92
2.000
Wood Oats
Chasmanthium sessiliflorum
1.95
1.000
Forbs Virginia Spiderwort
Tradescantia virginiana
1.04
0.313
Common Blackberry
Rubus allegheniensis
1.13
0.188
Tall Goldenrod
Solidago canadensis
6.03
0.375
Indian Hemp
Apocynum cannabinum
5.02
0.438
White Avens
Geum canadense
4.59
0.500
Source: USES, 2016; Roundstone 2017.
a Reduce planting application rate by 5 percent for each slope class (i.e., 0 - 8, 8 -15, or 15 — 30 percent) below slope class 30 — 50
percent.
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lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed.
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
Seeding Methods
To enhance germination, the seed mixes for special site conditions will be drill -seeded.
On slopes exceeding 40 percent, drill seeding is not feasible, nor are such seed mixes intended to
function as erosion control. On slopes exceeding 40 percent, erosion control seed mixes will be
applied by hydroseeding or broadcast seeding at double the recommended seeding rate.
Seeding may be conducted with the use of a seed drill, a mechanical broadcast seeder, or
by hydroseeding. In rocky soils or where site conditions may limit the effectiveness of this
equipment, other alternatives may be appropriate (e.g., use of a chain drag) to lightly cover seed
after application, as approved by an EI. Broadcast or hydroseeding at double the recommended
seeding rates will be used in lieu of drilling in areas with slopes greater than 40 percent. Atlantic
will consult with FS staff regarding seeding methods in problematic areas such as extremely
rocky areas or slopes exceeding 40 percent.
Broadcast seeding may also be used for areas with minimal to moderate slopes and will
be performed by dry dispersal or wet broadcast seeding. Wet broadcast seeding is an effective
treatment for temporary erosion control and may be used when hydroseeding late in the season
or on certain site conditions where hydroseeding is not practical. To support successful seed
germination, seed will be broadcast once soil compaction has been rectified and soil composition
includes proper aeration and water percolation to support plant development. Where seed is
broadcast, the seedbed will be restructured with a cultipacker or imprinter after seeding. Once
seed is broadcast, Atlantic will rake the area lightly to encourage plant establishment and
minimize the seed that migrates from the site. Some seed, for example, that of pollinator species
which should not be seeded too deeply, may be broadcast on top of flexterra (or similar
material), based on recommendations from seed suppliers.
Hydroseeding involves the mixing of slurry (i.e., seed, water, fertilizer, tackifier, or
mulch) in a truck -mounted mixing tank and ground application via a pressurized pump.
Hydroseeding is the preferred method of seed dispersal on slopes greater than 50 percent or in
areas inaccessible to drill or planting equipment, where site conditions require seed adherence to
the soil. Prior to hydroseeding, Atlantic will scarify the seedbed to facilitate lodging and
germination of seed. Tackifiers will be applied where necessary so that seed adheres to soil.
Polymer binders, if selected, will be used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications to
ensure proper compatibility with fertilizers and to avoid foaming that might otherwise result
from excessive agitation. All chemical components will be mixed and administered in
accordance with manufacturer guidelines. In addition, hydroseeding near wetlands or
waterbodies will only be conducted in accordance with the FERC Plan and Procedures and other
applicable FS requirements.
2.1.4 State Lands
Seneca State Forest — Pocahontas County
Table 2.1.4-1 provides a summary of seed mixture and application rates to be used in all
newly disturbed areas in the Seneca State Forest lands. In addition, all newly disturbed areas
will be limed (3 tons per acre), fertilized (400 pounds per acre of 19-19-19), and mulched (straw)
as recommended by the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources.
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TABLE 2.1.4-1
Seed Mix WVSEN: Recommended Herbaceous Seed Mix'
Common Name
Scientific Name
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Red Clover
Trifolium pratense
3.0
Ladino White Clover
Trifolium repens
5.0
Orchard Grass
Dactylis glomerata
2.0
Annual Rye Grass or Wheat
Lolium multii locum or Triticum aestivum
50.0
Total
—
60.0
Source: WVDNR, 2017.
a Add to the recommended herbaceous seed mix a wild forbs mix: Mix P-MUDWOI (see Table 2.15-2) or P-MUMP02
(see Table 2.15-4) for Mountain Physiographic Region.
b lbs/acre/PLS —pounds per acre of pure live seed
2.1.5 Recommended Native Grasses and Pollinators Seed Mixtures, Application Rates,
and Non -Native Cover Crop by Physiographical Region
Recommended Seed Mixtures by Geographical Region (Mountain Physiographic Region)
and Drainage Class
The following seed mixtures are for the mountain and upland areas of West Virginia.
These recommendations are based on discussions with Roundstone Native Seed and Robert
Glennon, private lands biologist from the Conservation Management Institute, Virginia Tech and
NRCS, and the Xerces Society.
West Virginia Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites
TABLE 2.1.5-1
Seed Mix P-MUDW01: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (feet)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Little Bluestein
Schizachyrium scoparium
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Tall Dropseed
Sporobolus compositus
2-3
Full Sun
0.050
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
3-5
Part Shade
0.058
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
3-6
Full Sun
0.167
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.183
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.042
Total
1.0
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds
per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS
—pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 2.1.5-2
Seed Mix P-MUDWOI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Lance Leaved Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.385
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.146
Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
Pink
Spring, Summer
0.128
Goat's Rue
Tephrosia virginiana
White/Pink
Spring, Summer
0.128
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
Yellow
Summer
0.745
Slender Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
White
Summer
0.069
Early Goldenrod
Solidago juncea
Yellow
Summer
0.086
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.103
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Pink
Summer
0.343
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.128
Gray Goldenrod
Solidago nemoralis
Yellow
Fall
0.086
Iron Weed
Vernonia altissima
Purple
Summer, Fall
0.343
Tall Coreopsis
Coreopsis tripteris
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.051
Total
2.74
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
b lbs/acre/PLS —pounds per acre of pure live seed
West Virginia Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites
TABLE 2.1.5-3
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (feet)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.233
Red Top Panicum
Panicum rigidulum
2-4
Full Sun
0.017
Fowl Manna Grass
Glyceria striata
3-5
Part Shade
0.008
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.217
Canada Wild Rye
Elymus canadensis
2-5
Part Shade
0.167
Deer Tongue Grass
Panicum clandestinum
2-4
Full Sun
0.058
Big Bluestein
Andropogon gerardii
4 - 10
Full Sun
0.167
Frank's Sedge
Carex frankii
1-2
Part Shade
0.042
Fox Sedge
Carex vulpinoidea
2-3
Part Shade
0.025
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.067
Total
—
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1.0
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 2.1.5-4
Seed Mix P-MUMP02: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix Application Rate for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in West Virginia
Seed Application Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
(lbs/acre/PLS)a
Ohio Spiderwort
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue
Spring, Summer
0.167
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.083
Butterfly Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
Orange
Spring, Summer
0.083
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.134
Wild Senna
Senna marilandica
Yellow
Summer
0.668
Hoary Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum incanum
White
Summer
0.033
Lupine
Lupinus perennis
Blue
Summer
0.501
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.083
Boneset
Eupatorium perfoliatum
White
Summer
0.083
Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium fistulosum
Pink
Summer, Fall
0.125
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.501
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.125
Rough Goldenrod
Solidago rugosa
Yellow
Fall
0.083
Total
2.67
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015; Glennon, 2015.
a lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Non -Native Temporary Cover Crop Species and Non -Native Grass Cover
Mix for Inclusion with Pollinator Mixtures
In areas where the erosion potential is high (e.g., steep slope areas) and/or sites that require
stabilization within 30 days of disturbance, non-native temporary cover species in seed mixture
P-NNTC, as shown in Table 2.1.5-5, should be used. In areas where erosion is likely to occur on
steep slopes prior to the germination of native grasses and forbs, non-native grass mixture
P-NNGC should be used in combination with the forb mixtures that are prescribed for non -steep
slope areas within the Mountain Physiographic Region of West Virginia. Table 2.1.5-6 provides
the specific non-native grass species to be included with the native forb seed mix in these areas.
TABLE 2.1.5-5
Seed Mix P-NNTC: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Non -Native Temporary Cover Crop Species for Steep Slope Areas in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (Inches)
Sun Exposure
Seeding Application
Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Seed Mix Planting
Season
Brown Top Millet
Panicum ramosum
3 - 3.5
Full sun
5.0
Summer
Spring Oats
Arena sativa
2 — 2.5
Full sun
30.0
Spring and Fall
Annual Rye Grass
Lolium multiflorum
2 — 2.5
Part shade
6.0
Fall and Winter
Total
41.0
Source: Roundstone Native
Seed, 2015.
lbs/acre/PLS
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TABLE 2.1.5-6
Seed Mix P-NNGC: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region
Non -Native Grass Cover Mix for Steep Slope Areas in West Virginia
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (Inches)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Fescue
Festuca arundinacea
2-3
Part Shade
0.300
Timothy
Phleum pratense
2-4
Part Shade
0.100
Orchard Grass
Dactylis glomerata
2-3
Part Shade
0.100
Red Top
Agrostis alba
2-3
Full Sun
0.020
Ladino Clover
Trifolium repens
1 - 1.5
Part Shade
0.040
Annual Rye Grass
Lolium multiflorum
2 - 2.5
Part Shade
0.170
Creeping Red Fescue
Festuca rubra
1-2
Full Sun
0.250
Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis
1-2
Full Sun
0.020
Total
1.0
Source: Roundstone Native
Seed, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is
30 to 50 pounds per acre.
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—pounds per acre of pure live
seed
2.2 VIRGINIA
2.2.1 Augusta, Brunswick, Buckingham, Cumberland, Highland, Bath, Nelson, Nottoway,
and Prince Edward Counties
The following erosion control prevention, forage species seed mixtures, and
recommended soil amendments are for the Mountain and Piedmont Physiographic Regions of
Virginia, which include Augusta, Brunswick, Buckingham, Cumberland, Highland, Nelson,
Nottoway, and Prince Edward Counties. These recommendations are based on the U.S.
Department of Agriculture-NRCS Virginia Plant Establishment Guide (Jones, et. al., 2014),
which was recommended by Federal and Commonwealth agency contacts, including Charles
Ivins (NRCS Conservationist), Charles Simmons (NRCS Conservationist), Davie Wade Harris
(NRCS Conservationist), Jeffray Jones (State Biologist), J.B. Daniel (NRCS Conservationist),
and Derek Hancock (NRCS Conservationist).
Recommended Grass Seed Mixtures, Species, Application Rates, and Planting Dates
Seed Mix VABC14NPOI (Table 2.2.1-1) provides a cool season species list mixture for
erosion prevention, while Seed Mix VABC14NP02 (Table 2.2.1-2) provides cool and warm
season species mixtures for forage.
TABLE 2.2.1-3
Recommended Soil Amendments
Type Application Rate
Lime 2 tons/acre
Fertilizer 10-10-10 1,000lbs/acre
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
Mulching
The NRCS Conservation Practice Standard - Mulching (Code 484) (NRCS, 2014)
provides a general recommendation for mulching in Virginia. Mulching materials should consist
of natural/artificial materials that can provide a certain depth/thickness and durability to achieve
adequate cover. Mulch should be applied evenly and, if necessary, anchored into the soil. As a
minimum, apply manufactured mulches in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
The Mulch Specifications table (Table 2.2.1-4) provides some general guidelines when using
certain mulches.
TABLE 2.2.1-4
Mulch Specifications
Mulch Type Suggested Cover
Cereal Grain/Grass Hay 70% Ground Cover
Wood Products (Wood Chips, Bark) < 2-inch thickness
Gravel / Other Inorganic Materials 0.75 to 2-inch diameter / 2-inch thickness
Mulch should be applied to provide adequate protection from erosion, yet allow light and
moisture to penetrate into the seedbed. Typical mulching provides 70 percent cover
(approximately 2,000 pounds of straw per acre) with the appropriate erosion control measure to
hold the seed and straw in place during establishment, depending on slope (NRCS Code 342)
(NRCS, 2011). There are several types of mulches that can be used to conserve soil moisture,
promote plant growth, and reduce erosion; however, there are also mulches that can have the
reverse affect. Consider potential benefit or detrimental effects of mulching to the impacted and
surrounding areas.
An operation and maintenance plan should clearly document:
• Purpose of mulch and type;
• Percent cover and/or thickness of mulch material;
• Timing of application;
• Site preparation; and
• Method of anchoring (i.e., netting, tackifiers, etc.).
Recommended Perennial Grasses and Pollinator Seed mixtures, Species, and Rates for
Mountainous and Piedmont Regions
The following seed mixtures are for the Mountainous and Piedmont Regions of Virginia.
These recommendations are based on discussions and information provided by Robert Glennon,
private lands biologist from the Conservation Management Institute, Virginia Tech and NRCS,
and the Xerces Society.
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TABLE 2.2.1-5
Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI: Recommended Mountain and Piedmont Physiographic Regions
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate a (weight of pure live
Seeds per Square
Common Name
Scientific Name
Cultivar or Germplasm seed (PLS) per acre)
Foot
Little Bluestein
Schizachyrium
Piedmont (NC) or 8 ounces
3
scoparium
Suther Germplasm (NC)
Broomsedge
Andropogon
8 ounces
3
virginicus
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
North Carolina or Kentucky 3 ounces
3
Ecotype
Common
Asclepias syriaca
3 ounces
0.210
milkweed
Total
22 ounces
9.210
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 2.2.1-6
Seed Mix P-VABCHNPOI: Recommended Mountain and Piedmont Physiographic Regions
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Flowering
Drilled Seeding Rate n (ounces/acre -
Seeds per
Common Name'
Scientific Name
Season
weight of pure live seed (PLS) per acre)
Square Foot
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
Pea, Partridge (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Susan, Black-eyed (B)
Rudbeckia hirta
Early Summer
2
3
Bergamot, Spotted (P)
Monarda punctata
Summer
2
3
Bergamot, Wild (P)
Monarda fistulosa
Summer
2
3
Beardtongue, Eastern Smooth (P)
Penstemon laevigatus
Late Spring
7
3
Penstemon, Talus Slope (P)
Penstemon digitalis
Late Spring
5
3
Slender Mountain Mint (P)
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
Late Summer
1
3
New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae
Late Summer
2
3
Total
64.0 ounces/acre (4.0 lbs/acre)
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Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
Forb types include (A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and (P) for perennial flowers.
v If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 2.2.1-7
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain and Piedmont Physiographic Regions
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate '(weight of pure Seeds per Square
Common Name Scientific Name Cultivar or Germplasm live seed (PLS) per acre) Foot
Beaked Panicum Panicum anceps SC or MD Ecotype 4 ounces 3
Redtop Panicum Panicum rigidulum NC Ecotype 3 ounces 3
Slender Rush Juncus tenuis 1 ounce 3
Total 8 ounces 9
Source: Glennon, 2015; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
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TABLE 2.2.1-8
Seed Mix P-VABCHNP02: Recommended Mountain and Piedmont Physiographic Regions
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Common Name'
Scientific Name
Flowering Season
Drilled Seeding Rate b (ounces/acre -
weight of pure live seed (PLS) per acre
Seeds per
Square Foot
New England Aster
Symphyotrichum puniceum
Fall
3
3
Bergamot, Wild (P)
Monarda fistulosa
Summer
1
3
Ironweed, New York (P)
Vernonia novaboracensis
Late Summer
7
3
Rough -stemmed goldenrod
Solidago rugosa
Late Summer
3
3
Joe Pye Weed, Spotted (P)
Eutrochium fistulosus
Late Summer
2
3
Pea, Partridge (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Rosemallow (P)
Hibiscus moscheutos
Summer
2
3
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
Total
61.0 ounces/ acre (3.8 Ibs/acre)
24
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone
Native Seed, 2017.
a Forb types include (A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and (P)
for perennial flowers. Add New York Aster
(Symphyotrichum
novi-belgii) and narrow- leaf mountain mint (Pycnanthemum
tenuifolium) to seed mix in coastal plain
sites
b If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
2.2.2 Federal Lands
George Washington National Forest — Augusta, Bath, and Highland Counties
Use the same recommended seed mixtures and seeding methods as indicted in Section
2.1.3 for the MNF.
2.2.3 State Lands
James River Wildlife Management Area — Nelson County
The following seed mixtures and application rates recommendations are for the James
River WWA in Nelson County, Virginia. The recommendations are based on correspondence
and discussions with Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries regional specialist staff
(Amy Ewing, environmental services biologist/FWIS Manager, Virginia Department of Game
and Inland Fisheries). These seed mixes are considered suitable for planting of the ACP
pipeline. The specialist staff is supportive of the use of native vegetation mixes that stabilize the
corridor while providing food and cover for a variety of wildlife.
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
James River Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Excessively to Moderately Well Drained —
Partially Shade Sites
TABLE 2.2.3-1
Seed Mix VJRWMA01: Recommended Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained — Partially Shade Sites A
Common Name
Scientific Name
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Autumn bentgrass
Agrostis perennans
0.012
Canada Wild Rye
Elymus canadensis
0.083
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
0.208
Creeping Red Fescue
Festuca rubra
0.167
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
0.083
Upland Bentgrass
Agrostis perennans
0.005
Little Bluestein
Schizachyrium scoparium
0.208
Broomsedge
Andropogon virginicus
0.033
Beaked Panicum
Panicum anceps
0.167
Nimblewill
Muhlenbergia schreberii
0.033
Total
—
1.0
Source: Recommendations provided by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Forest.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 6.3 to 9.0 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS
— pounds per acre of pure live seed
James River WMA Excessively to Moderately Well Drained — Wildlife Sites
TABLE 2.2.3-2
Seed Mix VJRWMA02: Recommended Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained —Wildlife Sites'
Common Name
Scientific Name
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Big Bluestein
Andropogon gerardii
0.070
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
0.070
Little Bluestein
Schizachyrium scoparium
0.141
Switchgrass (Blackwell)
Panicum virgatum
0.070
Canada Wild Rye
Elymus canadensis
0.106
Tall Dropseed
Sporobolus compositus
0.070
Purple Top
Tridensflavus
0.035
Plains Coreopsis
Coreopsis tinctoria
0.019
Violet lespedeza
Lespedeza frutescen
0.057
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
0.033
Virginia lespedeza
Lespedeza virginica
0.077
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
0.120
Browneyed Susan
Rudbeckia triloba
0.025
Maximilian Sunflower
Helianthus maximiliani
0.060
Roundhead Lespedeza
Lespedeza capitata
0.033
New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae
0.012
Total
1.0
Source: Recommendations provided by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Forest.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 6.3 to 9.0 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS —pounds
per acre of pure live seed.
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
James River WMA Steep Slope Stabilization Sites
TABLE 2.2.3-3
Seed Mix VJRWMA03:
Recommended Grass Seed Mixes and Application Rates
for Steep Slopes Stabilization — Sites
Common Name
Scientific Name
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Seed Mix'
Creeping Red Fescue
Festuca rubra
0.050
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
0.083
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
0.083
Side Oats Grama
Bouteloua curtipendula
0.083
Big Bluestein
Andropogon gerardii
0.083
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
0.083
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
0.033
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
0.083
Little Bluestein
Schizachyrium scoparium
0.083
Virginia lespedeza
Leppedeza virginica
0.025
Lance Leaved Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
0.042
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
0.008
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
0.058
Violet lespedeza
(Leppedeza frutescens
0.033
False Sunflower
Heliopsis helianthoides
0.042
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
0.042
Maximilian Sunflower
Helianthus maximiliani
0.042
Iron Weed
Vernonia altissima
0.025
Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
0.021
Hairy Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum pilosum
0.003
Gray Goldenrod
Solidago nemoralis
0.013
Total
1.0
Common Name
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Seed Mix
Buckwheat`
15-20
Millet
5-7
Korean lespedeza
5-7
Perennial Ryegrass
5-8
Blackwell switchgrass
3-4
Source: Recommendations provided by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Forest.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 7.4 to 10.7 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS —
pounds per acre of pure live seed.
` Buckwheat is somewhat frost sensitive and deepening on the planting date, increase
the application rate Korean lespedeza to
compensate and decrease or remove the application of buckwheat.
2.2.4 Dinwiddie, Greensville, and Southampton Counties, and Chesapeake and Suffolk
Cities (Coastal Plain Region)
The following seed mixtures, site preparation, seeding techniques, and amendments
recommendations are for Dinwiddie, Greensville, Suffolk, Southampton, and Chesapeake
Counties. These recommendations are based on information provided by Mr. Robert Glennon.
NRCS Conservationists in these counties referred to Mr. Robert Glennon's recommendations.
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Recommended Seed Mixes and Soil Amendments
Recommended Grass Seed Mixtures, Application Rates, and Planting Dates
Seeding species, cultivars, rates, and planting dates are contained in the table below. The
materials identified as "common" do not require a specific cultivar for successful establishment
and performance. Nurse crops must be sown at the same time as the perennial cover species to
ensure that the site will have quick cover. The temporary cover specifications are intended for
use when the site will not be sown to a perennial cover immediately after construction and a
temporary cover is needed until the seed can be sown during the proper seeding season.
TABLE 2.2.4-1
Seed Mix VACSDGSOI: Recommended Cool and Warm Season Species, Cultivars, Seeding Rates, Seeding Dates, and Temporary Cover
Species
Wild rye and lespedeza
Cultivars
Seeding Application Rate
(lbs/acre)
Seeding Dates
Canada wild rye (Elymus canadensis), and Virginia
60 pounds broadcast
September 1
—October 31;
wild rye (Elymus virginicus)
February 1
—March 31
Canada wild rye and Virginia wild rye Tall Fescue +
40 pounds broadcast
September 1
—October 31;
Virginia lespedeza (Lespedeza virginica), + hairy
February 1
—March 31
lespedeza (Lespedeza hirta)
Bermudagrass and Japanese Lespedeza
Bermudagrass
Common
10-12 pounds broadcast;
April 1 —June
10
Cheyenne II
8-10 pounds drilled
Pasto Rico
Ranchero Frio
Japanese Lespedeza
Kobe
10-12 pounds broadcast or drilled
April 1 —June
10
Nurse Crops (Sow with the Perennial Seed Mixtures for
Quick Cover)
Oats
Common
25-30 pounds broadcast;
September 1 —November
15;
20-25 drilled
February 1
—April 20
Rye
Common
35-50 broadcast;
September 1 —November
15;
25-40 drilled
February 1
—April 20
Wheat
Common
40-50 broadcast;
September 1 —November
15;
30-40 drilled
February 1
—April 20
Millet (Browntop, German, Italian, Foxtail, Proso)
Common
10-15 broadcast;
April 20 —
August 1
7-10 drilled
Temporary Crops (Sow on Areas that will not be Seeded Immediately)
Oats
Common
80-95 broadcast;
September 1 —November
15;
65-80 drilled
February 1
—April 20
Rye
Common
120 broadcast;
September 1 —November
15;
100 drilled
February 1
—April 20
Wheat
Common
120 broadcast;
September 1 —November
15;
100 drilled
February 1
—April 20
Millet (Browntop, German, Italian, Foxtail, Proso
Common
20-30 broadcast;
April 20 —
August 31
15-20 drilled
Note: Seeding Rates in Bulk Pounds per Acre —Non-Native
Seed Must Have a minimum Germination and Purity
to be Sold.
Site Preparation
The soils on the Coastal Plain of Virginia in Dinwiddie, Greensville, Suffolk, and
Southampton counties typically have sandy topsoil but have a heavy clay subsoil close to the soil
surface. The sandy topsoil must be kept separate during construction to prevent mixing with the
subsoil, which will ensure easy till -ability and compaction and allow seeds to sow without
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restriction. To ensure optimum conditions in the soil for germination and early growth for soils
sown to non-native species, the species should be tested, limed, and fertilized according to the
soil test recommendations.
Seeding Technique
Seed may be established by broadcasting on a firm seedbed and packing the seed, or by
drilling the seed into a firm seedbed and packing the seed. Drilled seed of the perennial seed
grass species, legumes, and annual millets should only be placed at a depth of/4 inch. The nurse
crops and temporary cover species oats, rye, and wheat may be broadcast but will perform best if
drilled at a one -inch depth.
Mulching
To ensure that the seed will remain in place through germination and growth, seedlings
must be mulched. Synthetic or processed mulch must be applied and anchored according to the
manufacturer's recommendations. Straw (seed stalks of small grains — usually wheat) may be
used as mulch at a rate of 75 to 100 pounds per acre (1.5 to 2.5 tons per acre). The mulch must
be anchored with a sprayed on product or netting applied according to the manufacturer's
recommendations. It should be noted that hay must not be used as mulch, as hay typically
contains weeds that would negatively impact the restoration of the area.
Recommended Perennial Grasses and Pollinator Seed Mixtures, Species, and Application
Rates for the Coastal Plain Region
The following seed mixtures are for the Coastal Plain Region of Virginia. These
recommendations are based on discussions and information provided by Robert Glennon.
TABLE 2.2.4-2
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Mixture for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites In Virginia
Common Name Scientific Name
Cultivar or Germplasm
Drilled Seeding Rate' (weight of
pure live seed (PLS) per acre)
Seeds per
Square Foot
Little Bluestem Schizachyrium scoparium
Piedmont (NC) or
8 ounces
3
Suther Germplasm (NC)
Splitbeard Bluestem Andropogon ternarius
Virginia Ecotype
8 ounces
3
Common milkweed Asclepias syriaca
3 ounces
0.21
Total
19 ounces
6.21
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the
mixture by 50 percent.
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TABLE 2.2.4-3
Seed Mix P-VACSDGSOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in Virginia
Common Name'
Scientific Name
Flowering Season
Drilled Seeding Rate b (ounces/acre -
weight of pure live seed (PLS) per
acre)
Seeds per
Square
Foot
Mountain Mint, Narrowleaf (P)
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium
Late Summer
1
3
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
Pea, Partridge (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Susan, Black-eyed (B)
Rudbeckia hirta
Early Summer
2
3
Bergamot, Spotted (P)
Monarda punctata
Summer
2
3
Beardtongue, Eastern Smooth (P)
Penstemon laevigatus
Late Spring
7
3
Penstemon, Talus Slope (P)
Penstemon digitalis
Late Spring
5
3
Bergamot, Wild (P)
Monarda fistulosa
Summer
2
3
Total
65.0 ounces/acre (4.4 lbs/acre)
24
Source: Glennon, 2017; Roundstone
Native Seed, 2017.
Forb types include (A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and (P) for perennial flowers.
b If the broadcast method
is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 2.2.4-4
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate
(weight of pure live Seeds per Square
Common Name Scientific Name Cultivar or Germplasm seed (PLS) per acre) Foot
Panicum, Beaked Panicum anceps SC or MD Ecotype 4 ounces 3
Panicum, Redtop Panicum rigidulum NC Ecotype 3 ounces 3
Total 7 ounces 6
Source: Glennon, 2017
; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
TABLE 2.2.4-5
Seed Mix P-VACSDGS02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix Seed and Application Rate Mix for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in Virginia
Drilled Seeding Rate b
(ounces/acre -weight of pure
Seeds per Square
Common Name a
Scientific Name
Flowering Season
live seed (PLS) per acre)
Foot
New England Aster
Aster novae-angliae
Fall
3
3
Sneezeweed, Common (P)
Helenium autumnale
Fall
2
3
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Late Summer
11
3
New York Ironweed (P)
Vernonia nova boracensis
Late Summer
7
3
Goldenrod, Wrinkleleaf (P)
Solidago rugosa
Late Summer
2
3
Joe Pye Weed, Spotted (P)
Eutrochium fistulosus
Late Summer
2
3
Partridge Pea (A)
Chamaecrista fasciculata
Mid -Summer
32
3
Rosemallow (P)
Hibiscus moscheutos
Summer
2
3
Narrowleaf Sunflower (P)
Helianthus angustifolius
Late Summer
4
3
Total
65.0 ounces/acre (4.1
27
lbs/acre
Source: Glennon, 2015; Roundstone Native Seed, 2017.
a Forb types include
(A) for annual flowers, (B) for biennial flowers, and (P)
for perennial flowers.
b If the broadcast method is more feasible, increase the perennial grasses in the mixture by 50 percent.
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2.2.5 Shrub Planting
At the request of the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ), woody
shrub seed mixes will be added to the above recommended grasses and forb mixes in forested
areas crossed by the pipeline in Virginia, to promote the development of brush/shrub species as
described in Section 4.1 of the Virginia ACP Stormwater Quality Compliance Methodology. The
objective of introducing woody shrub species seed mixtures during restoration is to accelerate
the recolonization of shrub -scrub species that is expected to occur naturally along the pipeline
rights -of -way.
Based on consultations with subject matter experts and commercial seed vendors, a
selection of woody vegetation seed mixtures is proposed for each of the physiographic regions
crossed by the pipeline in Virginia — mountain, piedmont and coastal plain. Each palette is
composed of a mixture of woody shrub species commonly found in each specific region of
Virginia. The proposed woody shrub species seed mixtures are presented in the Tables 2.2.5-1 to
2.2.5-3. The exact composition of woody shrub species seed applied may vary from the
recommended in the tables, based on seed availability at the time of construction. The woody
shrub species proposed compositions are based on applying the mixtures at a rate of one pound
of pure live seed (PLS) per acre. Applying the woody shrub species at one pound PLS per acre
is equivalent to 5.5 to 12.5 percent of the herbaceous seed mixture rates, aligning closely with
the VDEQ recommended application off 3 to 10 percent.
TABLE 2.2.5-1
Seed Mix VDEQI: Recommended Mountain Physiographic Region Shrub Seed Mix and Application Rates
Wetland Indicator
Seeding Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Status a
Percentage (%)
(lbs/acre/PLS)
Buttonbush
Cephalanthus occidentalis
OBL
2
0.020
Gray dogwood
Cornus racemosa
FAC
10
0.100
Witchhazel
Hamamelis virginiana
FACU
15
0.150
Spicebush
Lindera benzoin
FAC
10
0.100
Black chokeberry
Photinia melanocarpa
FAC
10
0.100
Chokecherry
Prunus virginiana
FACU
10
0.100
Staghorn sumac
Rhus typhina
UPL
25
0.250
Arrowwood
Viburnum dentatum
FAC
10
0.100
Blackhaw
Viburnum prunifolium
FACU
8
0.080
Total
100
1.0
Source: Glennon, 2018; Ernst Conservation Seeds, 2018.
FAC —
facultative (occurs in wetlands and non -wetlands);
FACU — facultative upland (usually occurs in
non -wetlands, but may
occur in wetlands); UPL —upland (almost never occur in wetlands); OBL —obligate
wetland (almost always occurs in wetlands) .
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TABLE 2.2.5-2
Seed Mix VDEQ2: Recommended Piedmont Physiographic Region Shrub Seed Mix and Application Rates
Wetland Indicator
Seeding Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Status a
Percentage (%)
(lbs/acre/PLS)
Buttonbush
Cephalanthus occidentalis
OBL
3
0.030
Silky dogwood
Cornus amomum
FACW
5
0.050
Witchhazel
Hamamelis virginiana
FACU
15
0.150
Spicebush
Lindera benzoin
FAC
10
0.100
Black chokeberry
Photinia melanocarpa
FAC
4
0.040
Smooth sumac
Rhus glabra
UPL
25
0.250
Elderberry
Sambucus nigra
FAC
3
0.030
Arrowwood
Viburnum dentatum
FAC
20
0.200
Whithe rod
Viburnum nudum
OBL
5
0.050
Blackhaw
Viburnum prunifolium
FACU
10
0.100
Total
100
1.0
Source: Glennon, 2018; Ernst Conservation Seeds, 2018.
a FAC — facultative (occurs in wetlands and non -wetlands); FACU — facultative upland (usually occurs in non -wetlands, but may
occur in wetlands); UPL — upland (almost never occur in wetlands); OBL — obligate wetland (almost always occurs in wetlands);
FACW — facultative wetland (usually occurs in wetlands, but may occur in non -wetlands).
TABLE 2.2.5-3
Seed Mix VDEQ3: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region Shrub Seed Mix and Application Rates
Wetland Indicator
Drilled Seeding Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Status a
Percentage (%)
(lbs/acre/PLS)
Hercules' club
Aralia spinosa
FAC
15
0.150
Buttonbush
Cephalanthus occidentalis
OBL
5
0.050
Silky dogwood
Cornus amomum
FACW
5
0.050
Witchhazel
Hamamelis virginiana
FACU
8
0.080
Spicebush
Lindera benzoin
FACW
10
0.100
Smooth sumac
Rhus glabra
UPL
25
0.250
Elderberry
Sambucus nigra
FACW
2
0.020
Arrowwood
Viburnum dentatum
FAC
15
0.150
Whithe rod
Viburnum nudum
FACW
5
0.050
Blackhaw
Viburnum prunifolium
FACU
10
0.100
Total
100
1.0
Source: Glennon, 2018; Ernst Conservation Seeds, 2018.
FAC — facultative (occurs in wetlands and non -wetlands); FACU — facultative upland (usually occurs in non -wetlands, but may
occur in wetlands); UPL — upland (almost never occur in wetlands); OBL — obligate wetland (almost always occurs in wetlands);
FACW — facultative wetland (usually occurs in wetlands, but may occur in non -wetlands).
2.3 NORTH CAROLINA
2.3.1 Northampton County
The following recommendations of seed mixtures, rates, planting dates, and amendments
are for Northampton County, North Carolina. The recommendation is from Paul Boone (NRCS
District Conservationist).
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TABLE 2.3.1-1
Seed Mix NCN001: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name' Seed Application
Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Planting Date
Spring (February - March) and Fall (September - November) Seeding
Tall Fescue mixed with any of the following grains:
60
Feb - Nov
Wheat
60
Oct 25 - Nov 15
Oats and Barley
60
Sept 1 - Oct 15
Rye
60
Sept 15 -Nov 1
Korean Lespedeza
20
March - May
Sercia Lespedeza
20
Oct - May
a Recommendations provided by the Northampton County NRCS office District Conservationist.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Note: Apply small grain mulch at 2 tons/acre or check with the NRCS office for alternatives mulches.
TABLE 2.3.1-2
Seed Mix NCN002: Recommended Warm Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name a
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)
Planting Date
Temporary Cover
Brown Top Miller
30-40
May 5 —July 5
Japanese Millet
25
May 5 — July 5
Permanent Cover
Pensacola Bahia
25
March 15 —June 15
Pensacola Bahia mixed with any of the following:
20
March - May
Annual Lespedeza
20
March - May
Kolb Lespedeza
20
March - May
Common Lespedeza
20
March - May
Korean Lespedeza
20
March - May
Bermuda Grass (Hulled)
8-10
April - July
Bermuda Grass
Hulled Bermunda (up June)
6-10
April —July
Unhulled Bermuda
15-18
January - March
Recommendations provided by the Northampton County NRCS office District Conservationist.
TABLE 2.3.1-3
Recommended Soil Amendments
Type Application Rate
Lime 2 tons/acre
Fertilizer 10-10-10 1,000lbs/acre
2.3.2 Halifax and Wilson Counties
The following seed mixture, planting dates, and cover crop recommendations are
primarily for Wilson County, but are also applicable for Halifax County. The recommendation is
from David Little (NRCS District Conservationist).
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TABLE 2.3.2-1
Seed Mix NCHW01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name'
Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS) b
Planting Date
Tall Fescue and White Clover
30-50
Sept 1 — Sept 30 (Coastal Plain)
Cover Crop ,
Buckwheat
80
Late Winter -Spring
Oats
180
Late Winter -Spring
Rye
120-180
Late Winter -Spring
Ryegrass
30-40
Late Winter -Spring
Oats and Ryegrass
90
Late Winter -Spring
Oats and Korean Lespedeza
20
Late Winter -Spring
Browntop Miller
30-40
Summer
Rye
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Ryegrass
30-40
Late Summer/Early Winter
Oats (Before Oct 1)
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Barley (Before Oct 15)
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Wheat (After Oct 1)
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Rye and Ryegrass mixture
60 Rye + 20 Ryegrass
Late Summer/Early Winter
Little barley
75-80
Late Summer/Early Winter
T—p..,y cover vegetation is desirable to minimize erosion and pollution and permanent vegetation cannot be established due to seasons of the
year, and where a temporary seeding is needed to control erosion and water pollution prior to the establishment of finished grade or
perennial vegetation. The temporary measures should be coordinated with the permanent erosion control measures planned, to
assure economical and effective control.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
2.3.3 Nash and Johnston Counties
The following species and cover crop seeding application rates, planting dates, and
amendments recommendations are for Nash and Johnston counties. The seed mixture
recommendations are from correspondence with Patrick Evans (MRCS District Conservationist
Nash County) and Brian Loaholt (NRCS District Conservationist). Seed Mix NCNJOI provides
seeding specifications for conservation work.
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Amendments
TABLE 2.3.3-1
Seed Mix NCNJOI: Recommended Cool Season Grass Seed Mixture
Common Species Name a Seed Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b Planting Date
Tall Fescue 30-40 Sept 1— Sept 30 (Coastal Plain)
Sorghum (Cover crop)' 60-120
Recommendations provided by the Nash County NRCS office District Conservationist.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Temporary cover vegetation is desirable to minimize erosion and pollution and permanent vegetation cannot be established due to
seasons of the year, and where a temporary seeding is needed to control erosion and water pollution prior to the establishment of
finished grade or perennial vegetation. The temporary measures should be coordinated with the permanent erosion control measures
planned, to assure economical and effective control.
Notes: Mulch seeded area with small grain straw. Spread evenly over the area at the rate of 1-2 tons/acre. Apply mulch so that about 25
percent of the ground is visible.
TABLE 2.3.3-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Type Application Rate
Lime 2 tons/acre
Fertilizer - 10-10-10 500 - 700 lbs/acre
2.3.4 Sampson County
The following recommendations for seed mixtures, rates, planting dates, and amendments
are for Sampson County. The recommendations are based on correspondence with Gavin
Thompson (NRCS District Conservationist) and Susan Davis (West Virginia Department of
Natural Resources). Seed Mixes NCSA01 and NCSA02 are NRCS recommended cool and
warm season mixtures for disturbed areas. No pollinator species specific to the County were
recommended by the Conservationist.
Recommended Grass Seed Mixtures, Application Rates, and Planting Dates
TABLE 2.3.4-1
Seed Mix NCSA01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name' Seeding Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b Planting Date
Tall Fescue or 40-50 Sept - March
Bermudagrass (hull attached) 15 January - March
Recommendations provided by the Sampson County NRCS office District Conservationist. Used Tall Fescue to seed wet spots
along the pipeline.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 2.3.4-2
Seed Mix NCSA02: Recommended Warm Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name Seeding Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS) Planting Date
Bermudagrass (hull removed) 8-10 April — August
Recommendations provided by the Sampson County NRCS office District Conservationist.
lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Where soils are relatively uniform and amendments can be incorporated, use appropriate
lime and fertilize according to a soils test. In the absence of a soil test, use the recommended
lime and fertilizers application rates in the table below.
TABLE 2.3.4-3
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Type Application Rate
Lime (dolomite) 1-2 tons/acre
Fertilizer 10-10-10 500 - 800 lbs/acre a
Notes: Any seeding should also be mulched with small grain straw or equivalent at a rate of 1 to 2 tons per acre. When mulching, be sure to
eave approximately 25 percent of the ground exposed to allow light to penetrate. Mulch should be anchored to prevent loss.
Planting Recommendations
Where conventional equipment is used for planting, seed shall be applied uniformly with
cultipacker-seeders, drills, seeders or other mechanical seeders. Any equipment that will apply
seed uniformly is acceptable. Seeding may be done by hand where it is not practical or feasible
to use equipment.
Mulching Recommendations
• Mulching is essential on all sites, especially steep, erosive sites where plant
establishment may be expected to be difficult.
• Use of dry, unchopped, and unweathered small grain straw or hay -free -seeds
(from completing plant species). Spread at the rate of 1-2 tons per acre depending
upon the site and season.
• Apply mulch uniformly so that about 25 percent of the ground surface is visible.
• Anchor mulch immediately after placement to minimize loss by water and/or
wind.
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2.3.5 Cumberland County
The following recommended seed mixture, rates, planting dates, cover crop, and
amendments are for Cumberland County. The recommendations are from correspondence with
Renessa Brown (MRCS District Conservationist). No pollinator species recommendations
specific to the County were provided.
Recommended Seed Mixtures, Application Rates, and Planting Dates
TABLE 2.3.5-1
Seed Mix NCCU01: Recommended Cool and Warm Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name'
Seeding Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Planting Date
Common or Hybrid Bernudagrass (hull
5-7 (drill)
April 1 —May 15 (best);
removed or scarified)
6-8 (broadcast)
April 1 —June 7 (possible)
Cover Crop `
Buckwheat
80
Late Winter -Spring
Oats
180
Late Winter -Spring
Rye
120-180
Late Winter -Spring
Ryegrass
30-40
Late Winter -Spring
Oats and Ryegrass
20 and 90
Late Winter -Spring
Oats and Korean Lespedeza
20 and 90
Late Winter -Spring
Browntop Miller
30-40
Summer
Rye
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Ryegrass
30-40
Late Summer/Early Winter
Oats (Before Oct 1)
180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Barley (Before Oct 15)
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Wheat (After Oct 1)
120-180
Late Summer/Early Winter
Rye and Ryegrass mixture
60 Rye + 20 Ryegrass
Late Summer/Early Winter
Little barley
75-80
Late Summer/Early Winter
a Recommendations provided by the Cumberland County NRCS office District Conservationist.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Select from the following table a quick growing grass with high seedling vigor that is suited to the area, When temporary vegetation
is desirable to minimize erosion and pollution and permanent vegetation cannot be established due to seasons of the year, and where
a temporary seeding is needed to control erosion and water pollution prior to the establishment of finished grade or perennial
vegetation. The temporary measures should be coordinated with the permanent erosion control measures planned, to assure
economical and effective control.
TABLE 2.3.5-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Planting Fertilizer Analysis Fertilizer Rate (lbs/acre) Lime Rate (lbs/acre)
Perennial Grasses with or without Legumes, 10-10-10 10 lbs / 1,000 sq. ft. 46 lbs / 1,000 sq. ft.
Fertilizer no incorporated
Temporary Cover, Fertilizer not incorporated 10-10-10 12 — 16 lbs / 1,000 sq. ft. 92 lbs / 1,000 sq. ft.
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TABLE 2.3.5-3
Recommended Mulch Material Rates and Uses
Minimum Rates
Material Per Acre
Coverage
Remarks
Dry unchopped, unweathered 1 — 2 tons/acre
75% (25% of ground is visible)
Evenly spread mulch over the area by hand or
small grain straw or hay -free-
blower -type spreading equipment
seeds (of competing plants)
burlap and pine boughs
100%
Secure in place if flowing water is involved
Jute matting
100%
May be used in the place of mulch or sod; has
the strength to withstand water flow. It is an
accepted practice to sow half the seed before
placing the matting. Sow the remaining half
after the matting is laid.
Barnyard manure and bedding
75% (25% of ground is visible)
Do not apply within 50 feet of surface waters
Wood fiber (excelsior)
Available as mulch material to be blown on
after seeding or as a matting to be stapled on
steep slopes, waterways, etc.
Source: WVDEP, 2012
Planting Recommendations
Mulching should be specified to reduce damage from water run-off and improve moisture
conditions for seedlings. Temporary vegetation can be satisfactorily established without the use
of mulch.
2.3.6 Robeson County
The following seed mixture, rates, and planting date recommendations are for Robeson
County. The recommendation comes from Jeremy Ruston (NRCS District Conservationist).
Recommended Grass Seed Mixtures
TABLE 2.3.6-1
Seed Mix NCRO01: Recommended Warm Season Seed Mixture
Common Species Name' Seeding Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b Planting Date
Switchgrass (Carthage or Cave -In -Rock cultivars) 1 April 1 —May 15
Little Bluestein 1.5 April 1 —May 15
Indian Grass 1 April 1 —May 15
Recommendations provided by the Roberson County NRCS office District Conservationist.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
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Recommended Pollinator Seed Mixtures
TABLE 2.3.6-2
Seed Mix P-NCRO01: Recommended Pollinator Seed Mixture
Seeding Application
Seed Rate
Common Name Scientific Name Bloom Period Sun Soil (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Lanceleaf coreopsis Coreopsis lanceolata April — June Full — Shade Dry — Moist 0.3
Wrinkleleaf Solidago rugosa Late Summer Full to Partial shade Moist
goldenrod
Purple coneflower Echinacea purpurea April — September Full to Partial shade Dry
Source: Recommendations provided by the Roberson County NRCS office District Conservationist.
lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Native Grass and Pollinator Seed Mixtures, Application Rates, and Non -
Native Cover Crop by Physiographical Region (Coastal Plain)
The following seed mixtures are for the Coastal Plan Region. These recommendations
are from discussions with Roundstone Native Seed and Robert Glennon.
Recommended Seed Mixtures by Geographical Region (Coastal Plain) and Drainage Class
TABLE 2.3.7-1
Seed Mix P-CPDWOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in North Carolina a
Seed Mix Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (Inches)
Sun Exposure
(lbs/acre/PLS)b
Little Bluestein
Schizachyrium scoparium
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.250
Tall Dropseed
Sporobolus compositus
2-3
Full Sun
0.050
Purple Top
Tridens flavus
3-5
Part Shade
0.058
Indian Grass
Sorghastrum nutans
3-6
Full Sun
0.167
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.183
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.042
Total
1.0
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2017; Glennon, 2017.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 2.3.7-2
Seed Mix P-CPDWOI: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Excessively to Moderately Well Drained Sites in North Carolina
Seed Application Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
(lbs/acre/PLS)b
Lance Leaved Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.266
Spotted Beebalm
Monarda punctata
Pink
Spring, Summer
0.124
Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
Pink
Spring, Summer
0.107
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.107
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.124
Partridge Pea
Cassia fasciculata
Yellow
Summer
0.621
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Pink
Summer
0.222
Lupine
Lupinus perennis
Blue
Summer
0.497
Early Goldenrod
Solidago juncea
Yellow
Summer
0.160
Starry Silphium
Silphium asteriscus
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.178
Iron Weed
Vernonia altissima
Purple
Summer, Fall
0.222
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.124
Hairy Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum pilosum
White
Summer, Fall
0.089
Total
2.84
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2017; Glennon, 2017.
a lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
TABLE 2.3.7-3
Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Grass Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in North Carolina
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (Inches)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Switchgrass
Panicum virgatum
3-7
Full Sun
0.233
Red Top Panicum
Panicum rigidulum
2-4
Full Sun
0.017
Fowl Manna Grass
Glyceria striata
3-5
Part Shade
0.008
Virginia Wild Rye
Elymus virginicus
2-4
Full Sun
0.217
Deer Tongue Grass
Panicum clandestinum
2-4
Full Sun
0.058
Big Bluestein
Andropogon gerardii
4 - 10
Full Sun
0.167
Frank's Sedge
Carex frankii
1-2
Part Shade
0.042
Fox Sedge
Carex vulpinoidea
2-3
Part Shade
0.025
Fall Panicum
Panicum anceps
2-4
Part Shade
0.067
Total
0.83
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2017; Glennon, 2017.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 8 to 18 pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
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TABLE 2.3.7-4
Seed Mix P-CPDW02: Recommended Coastal Plain Physiographic Region
Forb Seed Mix and Application Rates for Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained Sites in North Carolina
Seed Application Rate
Common Name
Scientific Name
Color
Bloom Period
(lbs/acre/PLS)a
Smooth Beardtongue
Penstemon digitalis
White
Spring
0.169
Butterfly Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
Orange
Spring, Summer
0.056
Ohio Spiderwort
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue
Spring, Summer
0.084
Blackeyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Yellow
Spring, Summer
0.180
Spiked Blazing Star
Liatris spicata
Pink
Summer
0.264
Hoary Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum incanum
White
Summer
0.034
Early Goldenrod
Solidago juncea
Yellow
Summer
0.113
Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Lavender
Summer
0.169
Showy Tickseed
Bidens aristosa
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.366
Starry Silphium
Silphium asteriscus
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.113
Narrow -Leaved
Helianthus angustifolius
Yellow
Summer, Fall
0.113
Sunflower
Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium fistulosum
Pink
Summer, Fall
0.141
Total
1.80
Sources: Roundstone Native Seed, 2017; Glennon, 2017.
a lbs/acre/PLS
— pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Non-native Temporary Cover Crop Species and Non-native Grass Cover
Use of non-native temporary cover species (P-NNTC) on all plantings where erosion
potential is high or where the site must be vegetated within 30 days is recommended.
Furthermore, use the non-native grass mixes (P-NNGC) with the forb mixes where slope is steep
for native species to germinate and where erosion potential is high.
TABLE 2.3.7-5
Seed Mix P-NNTC: Recommended Non-native Temporary Cover Crop Species
Common Name Scientific Name
For Summer Use in Native Mixes
Brown Top Millet Panicum ramosum
For Spring and Fall Use in Native Mixes
Spring Oats Arena sativa
For Fall and Winter Use in Native Mixes
Annual Rye Grass Lolium multiflorum
Total
Source: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015.
a lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Seeding Application Rate
Height (Inches) Sun Exposure (lbs/acre/PLS)a
3 - 3.5 Full sun 5.0
2 — 2.5 Full sun 30.0
2 — 2.5 Part shade 6.0
41.0
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TABLE 2.3.7-6
Seed Mix P-NNGC: Recommended Non-native Grass Cover Mix'
Common Name
Scientific Name
Height (Inches)
Sun Exposure
Seed Mix Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Fescue
Festuca arundinacea
2-3
Part Shade
0.300
Timothy
Phleum pratense
2-4
Part Shade
0.100
Orchard Grass
Dactylis glomerata
2-3
Part Shade
0.100
Red Top
Agrostis alba
2-3
Full Sun
0.020
Ladino Clover
Trifolium repens
1 - 1.5
Part Shade
0.040
Annual Rye Grass
Lolium multiflorum
2 - 2.5
Part Shade
0.170
Creeping Red Fescue
Festuca rubra
1-2
Full Sun
0.250
Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis
1-2
Full Sun
0.020
Total
1.0
Source: Roundstone Native Seed, 2015.
a Recommended seeding application rate is 30 to 50
pounds per acre.
b lbs/acre/PLS
= pounds per acre of pure live seed
3.0 SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
3.1 WEST VIRGINIA
3.1.1 Wetzel and Tyler Counties
The following recommended seed mixtures, rates, and amendments are primarily for
Tyler County but also include a portion of Wetzel County, West Virginia. The recommendation
is from correspondence with Dustin Adkins (NRCS District Conservationist). The
recommendation is for the area starting at Mile 23 (estimated portion in Tyler County) through
Mockingbird Hill (Wetzel County). No pollinator species specific to the County were
recommended by the Conservationist.
Recommended Seed Mixtures, Application Rates, Planting Dates, and Amendments
TABLE 3.1.1-1
Seed Mix WVWE01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture
Seed Mixture Common Species Name Seed Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
1 Orchard Grass 8
Ladino Clover 2
2 White Clover 2
Orchardgrass 5
Kentucky Bluegrass 5
3 Red Clover 4
Alsike Clover 2
Orchardgrass 4
a lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
am
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TABLE 3.1.1-2
Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover
Planting Dates
Suitability
March 1 to April 15
Best seeding periods.
August 1 to October 1
December 1 to March 1
Good seeding period. Dormant seeding.
April 15 to August 1
HIGH RISK —moisture stress likely.
October 1 to December 1
HIGH RISK — freeze damage to young seedlings.
Source: WVDEP, 2012
TABLE 3.1.1-3
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application for Permanent Seeding
Fertilizer
pH of Soil Lime (tons/ acre) (10-20-20 or equivalent) (lbs/acre)
> 6.0 2 500
5.0 to 6.0 3
< 5.0 4
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Lime should be applied to all permanent seedlings. Once pH is known, use the
information in the above Table to determine the amount (tons) of lime to use onsite. For the best
results, apply the lime and fertilizer at the time of the seedbed preparation. The recommended
lime and fertilizer application for temporary seeding in the absence of a soil test is provided in
the below table.
TABLE 3.1.1-4
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application for Temporary Seeding (Absent of a Soil Test)
Nitrogen (N)
Phosphorus (P205)
Potassium (KZO)
Recommendations
Species
(lbs/acre)
(lbs/acre)
(lbs/acre)
(per acre)
Cool Season Grass
40
80
80
400 lbs 10-20-20
Cool Season Grass & Legume
30
60
60
300 lbs 10-20-20
Temporary Cover
40
40
40
200 lbs 19-19-19
Source: WVDEP, 2012
3.1.2 State Lands
Lewis Wetzel Wildlife Management Area — Wetzel County
The following seed mixtures, application rates, and soil amendments recommendations
are for the Lewis Wetzel WMA in Wetzel County, West Virginia. The recommendations are
based on correspondence and discussions with the West Virginia Department of Natural
Resources (Steve Rauch, District Wildlife Biologist), which recommended the use of the seed
mixtures and soil amendments discussed in the West Virginia Enhancing Wildlife Habitat on Oil
and Gas Infrastructure booklet (West Virginia Department of Natural Resources, 2015).
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Recommended Seed Mixtures and Application Rates
The following planting recommendations are intended to enhance early successional
stage habitat found along access roads and pipelines.
TABLE 3.1.2-1
Seed Mix W VLW WMA01: Recommended Grass Seed Mixes and Application Rates
Common Species Name Scientific Name Seeding Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)a
Perennial, Cool Season Seed Mix b
Ladino White Clover`
Trifolium repens 4
Mammoth Red Clover'
Trifolium pratense 5
Forage Clover
Cichorium intybus 2
Winter Wheat d
Triticum aestivum 50
Perennial, Cool Season, Slopes Seed Mix e
Ladino White Clover'
Trifolium repens 8
Red Clover'
Trifolium pratense 5
Birdsfoot Trefoil`
Lotus corniculatus 8
Orchardgrass
Dactylis glomerata 15
Winter Wheat d
Triticum aestivum 50
Source: WVDNR, 2015
a lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
b Ideal for use in areas where the landscape is generally flat and where the objective is to have vegetative cover for pollinator species
and wildlife habitat for turkey/grouse broods, and forage for deer
b Herbaceous legumes must be treated with the appropriate inoculant before seeding.
d Autumn planting: September 1 through October 15 or substitute annual rye. Spring planting: substitute oats at the same rate between
February 15 and March 15, and retain the other species as listed.
e Ideal for sloped areas, as grasses are typically added to cool season mixes to provide habitat and erosion control measures.
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Application of soil amendments should be based on soil test recommendations. In the
absence of a soil test, fertilizer and lime should be applied at the rates shown in Table 3.1.2-2.
TABLE 3.1.2-2
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Type Application Rate
Lime 3 tons/acre
Fertilizer - 10-20-20 600 lbs/acre
Source: WVDNR, 2015
3.1.3 Doddridge and Harrison Counties
The following recommended seed mixtures, planting dates, and amendments are for
Doddridge and Harrison counties. These recommendations are based on the collection of
correspondences with federal and state agencies, including Greg Stone (NRCS Acting State
Resource Conservationist), Jeff Griffith (NRCS District Conservationist). No pollinator species
specific to the County were recommended by the Conservationists.
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Recommended Seed Mixtures and Application Rates
TABLE 3.1.3-1
Seed Mix WVDHOI: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixtures
Seed Application Rate
Seed Mixture Common Species Name'
(lbs/acre/PLS)b
Suitable Land Use
1 Orchardgrass
10
Pasture or Hay
Ladino Clover
2
Red Clover
3
Redtop
3
2 Kentucky Bluegrass
20
Pasture
Ladino Clover
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Red Clover
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Redtop
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Pasture or Hay
3 Orchardgrass
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Redtop
5
Birdsfoot Trefoil
10
a Species in bold are more wildlife -friendly; species in italics are suitable for use in filter strips.
b lbs/acre/PLS — pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover and Amendments
TABLE 3.1.3-2
Recommended Seeding Dates for Permanent Cover
Planting Dates Suitability
March 1 to April 15 Best seeding periods.
August 1 to October 1
December 1 to March 1 Good seeding period. Dormant seeding.
April 15 to August 1 HIGH RISK —moisture stress likely.
October 1 to December 1 HIGH RISK — freeze damage to young seedlings.
TABLE 3.1.3-3
Recommended Lime and Fertilizer Application
Type Application Rate
Lime 3 tons/acre
Fertilizer - 10-20-20 400 lbs/acre
Planting Recommendations
• Certified seed is preferred.
• All legumes should be planted with proper inoculants prior to seeding.
• Soil fertility and pH level will be amended to satisfy the needs of the plant species
planned.
• For unprepared seedbeds or seeding outside the optimum timeframes:
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0 Add 50 percent more seed to the specified rate, particularly during the
periods of April 15 — August 1, and October 1 — March 1.
0 Double the seeding rate and consider planning an annual small grain like
wheat (2 bushels [120 pounds] per acre) to act as a nurse crop.
3.1.4 Recommended Native Grasses and Pollinators Seed Mixtures, Application Rates,
and Non -Native Cover Crop by Physiographical Region
Use the same recommended pollinator seed mixtures, non-native temporary cover, and
non-native grass cover as indicted in Section 2.1.5 for the ACP in West Virginia.
3.2 PENNSYLVANIA
3.2.1 Westmoreland County
Seed mixtures, rates, and amendments were selected based on appropriate site conditions
and recommendations from Christopher Droste (Conservation District) and adapted from the
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Erosion and Sediment Pollution Control
Program Manual. No pollinator species specific to the County were recommended by the
Conservationist.
Recommended Seed Mixtures and Application Rates
Common Species Name
Birdsfoot trefoil a, plus
Tall fescue
TABLE 3.2.1-1
Seed Mix PAWE01: Recommended Cool Season Seed Mixture
Seeding Application Rate (lbs/acre/PLS)b
Most Sites Adverse Sites
6
30
10
35
a For Birdsfoot trefoil use empire variety. For slopes > 33 percent (3H:1 V), add perennial rye at 20 lbs/acre. For planting outside
March 1 - October 15, use winter oats at 90 lbs/acre and winter rye at 56 lbs/acre.
v lbs/acre/PLS = pounds per acre of pure live seed
Recommended Soil Amendments
TABLE 3.2.1-2
Soil Amendment Application Rate Equivalents a
Soil Amendment Per Acre Per 1,000 Square feet (lbs) Per 1,000 square Yard (lbs) Notes
Agricultural lime 7.5 tons 300 3100 Or as per soil test; may not be
required in agricultural fields
20-20-20 fertilizer 1,000 lbs 25 210 Or as per soil test; may not be
required in agricultural fields
a For agricultural or private lands, contractor will use rates above unless otherwise specified by landowner.
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TABLE 3.2.1-3
Recommended Mulch Type and Rates
Per Acre
Per 1000 Square
Per 1000 Square
Mulch Type
(tons)
Feet (lbs)
Yard (lbs)
Notes
Straw
3
140
1240
Either wheat or oat straw, free of weeds, not chopped or finely
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Hay
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Timothy, mixed clover and timothy or other native forage grasses
Wood Chips
4-6
185-275
1650-2500
May prevent germination of grasses and legumes
Hydromulch
1
47
415
See limitations below
Shredded paper hydromulch should not be used in slopes steeper than 5 percent. Wood
fiber hydromulch may be applied on steeper slopes provided a tackifier is used. The application
rate for any hydromulch should be 2,000 pounds per acre at a minimum.
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4.0 REFERENCES
Ernst Conservation Seeds. 2018. Ernst Conservation Seeds Catalog 2016 — 2017. Meadville,
Pennsylvania.
Glennon, Robert. 2015. Personal communication with Herbert Pirela of Environmental
Resources Management, Inc. Private Lands Biologist.
Glennon, Robert. 2016. Personal communication with Herbert Pirela of Environmental
Resources Management, Inc. Private Lands Biologist.
Glennon, Robert. 2017. Personal communication with Herbert Pirela of Environmental
Resources Management, Inc. Private Lands Biologist.
Glennon, Robert. 2018. Personal communication with Herbert Pirela of Environmental
Resources Management, Inc. Private Lands Biologist.
Jones, J., Glennon, B., Lawrence, C., Faulkner, D., and C. Gordon. 2014. USDA-NRCS
Virginia Plant Establishment Guide. Revised 2014.
Natural Resource Conservation Service. 2011. National Conservation Practice Standard -
Critical Area Planting, Code 342.
Natural Resource Conservation Service. 2014. Conservation Practice Standard - Mulching,
Code 484. Technical Guide Section IV: 484-VA-1.
Roundstone Native Seed. 2015. Jeremy Hamlington, personal communication with Herbert
Pirela of Environmental Resources Management, Inc. Horticulturist.
Roundstone Native Seed. 2017. Jeremy Hamlington, personal communication with Herbert
Pirela of Environmental Resources Management, Inc. Horticulturist.
U.S. Forest Service (USFS). 2016. Suggested Seed Mixes for Pipeline Rights -of -Way and
Associated Disturbances on the Monongahela and George Washington -Jefferson
National Forests.
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection. 2012. West Virginia Erosion and
Sediment Control Field Manual. Available online at: http://www.dep.wv.gov/oil-and-
gas/Documents/Erosion%20Manual%2004.pdf. Accessed October 2015.
West Virginia Department of Natural Resources. 2015. Enhancing Wildlife Habitat on Oil and
Gas Infrastructure. Available online at: http://www.wvdnr.gov/Publications/OilGasAnd
Wildlife.pdf
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Appendix B
Major Soil Drainage and Slope Classes Crossed by the Projects
APPENDIX B
Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Supply Header Project
Major Soil Drainage and Slope Classes Crossed by the Projects
Project /State or
Crossing Length (miles)
Commonwealth/County
Drainage Class a
Total
0-15% b
>16% b
ATLANTIC COASTAL PIPELINE
West Virginia
Harrison
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
1.0
0.2
0.8
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
0.1
<0.1
<0.1
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0.3
0.8
Lewis
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
19.8
6.9
12.9
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0.1
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0.1
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6.9
13.0
Upshur
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
21.5
8.8
12.7
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
0.6
0.6
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0.1
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9.5
12.7
Randolph
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
28.6
12.3
16.3
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
0.3
0.3
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1.4
0.5
Total
30.8
14.0
16.8
Pocahontas
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
23.4
8.4
15.0
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
0.8
0.8
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9.3
15.0
Virginia
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3.0
7.5
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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0.1
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7.5
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9.6
10.8
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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10.8
10.8
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Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
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35.5
14.9
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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0.9
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38.5
15.8
Nelson
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10.3
16.7
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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16.7
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22.8
20.0
2.7
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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4.6
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24.7
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Supply Header Project
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Crossing Length (miles)
Commonwealth/County
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Total
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Prince Edward
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
5.0
4.1
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4.3
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19.1
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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2.2
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21.3
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Dinwiddie
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10.9
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
0.8
0.8
0.0
Total
11.8
11.7
0.1
Brunswick
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
21.4
21.2
0.2
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
1.6
1.6
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Total
23.0
22.8
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Greensville
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
11.4
11.1
0.3
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
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7.1
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0.1
0.0
Total
18.6
18.3
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Southampton
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16.1
16.0
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
10.0
10.0
0.0
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0.0
Total
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26.1
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City of Suffolk
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
16.2
15.8
0.4
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
16.4
16.3
0.1
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0.6
0.0
Total
33.2
32.7
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City of Chesapeake
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0.6
0.6
0.0
Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
9.0
9.0
0.0
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1.7
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11.3
11.3
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Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
17.8
17.6
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
4.2
4.2
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0.1
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22.1
21.9
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16.8
16.6
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
7.5
7.5
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0.0
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24.3
24.1
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20.1
19.9
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Somewhat Poorly to Very Poorly Drained
11.8
11.8
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APPENDIX B (cont'd)
Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Supply Header Project
Major Soil Drainage and Slope Classes Crossed by the Projects
Project /State or
Crossing Length (miles)
Commonwealth/County
Drainage Class a
Total
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19.0
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0.1
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13.1
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22.5
22.5
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SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
Pennsylvania
Westmoreland
Excessively to Moderately Well Drained
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2.2
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0.1
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0.1
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10.0
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37.5
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- Null - soil map units with no assigned drainage class.
b Slope was determined using available digital elevation model raster data
and running the slope analysis tool in ArcGIS:
ArcMap. The
drainage classes were determined using the SSURGO database.
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
and
DOMINION TRANSMISSION, INC.
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit
Pre -Construction Notification
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Water Quality
APPENDIX D
SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL, AND COUNTEREMASURE PLAN
Atlantic
Coast
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
Docket Nos.
and
CP15-554-000
CP15-554-001
DOMINION TRANSMISSION, INC.
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
Docket No. CP15-555-000
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan
Updated, Rev. I
Prepared by
July 18, 2016
Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................1
2.0
PURPOSE...........................................................................................................................1
3.0
TRAINING.........................................................................................................................1
4.0
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES................................................................................2
5.0
PREVENTIVE MEASURES............................................................................................2
6.0
SPILL RESPONSE............................................................................................................7
7.0
SPILL REPORTING.........................................................................................................7
8.0
SPILL CONTAINMENT AND CLEANUP..................................................................10
9.0
CERTIFICATION BY A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER..........................................13
10.0
CERTIFICATION BY THE CONTRACTOR.............................................................14
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1 Agency Notification List.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
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Attachment A Spill Report Form
Attachment B Site -Specific Descriptions and Maps Depicting Locations of Fixed and
Mobile Oil Containers and Type of Material Located within Containers
(to be provided by the Contractors prior to construction)
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LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ACP
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Atlantic
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC
DTI
Dominion Transmission, Inc.
EI
Environmental Inspector
Projects
Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Supply Header Projects
RQ
Reportable Quantity
SHP
Supply Header Projects
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC (Atlantic) — a company formed by four major energy
companies — Dominion Resources, Inc.; Duke Energy Corporation; Piedmont Natural Gas Co.,
Inc.; and AGL Resources, Inc. — proposes to construct and operate approximately 600 miles of
natural gas transmission pipelines and associated aboveground facilities in West Virginia,
Virginia, and North Carolina. This Project, referred to as the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP), will
deliver up to 1.5 million dekatherms per day of natural gas from supply areas in the Appalachian
region to demand areas in Virginia and North Carolina. Atlantic has contracted with Dominion
Transmission, Inc. (DTI), a subsidiary of Dominion Resources, Inc., to construct and operate the
ACP on behalf of Atlantic.
In conjunction with the ACP, DTI proposes to construct and operate approximately
37.5 miles of pipeline loop and modify existing compression facilities in Pennsylvania and West
Virginia. This Project, referred to as the Supply Header Project (SHP), will enable DTI to
provide firm transportation service to various customers, including Atlantic.
2.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of this Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC Plan) is
to identify preventive measures, such as training, equipment inspection, and refueling
procedures, to reduce the likelihood of spills; and mitigation measures, such as containment and
cleanup, to minimize potential impacts should a spill occur. Atlantic's and DTI's construction
Contractors, I whose activities could result in a spill of fuel or other hazardous materials, will be
required to adopt the following protocols for spill prevention, cleanup, and reporting during
construction of the ACP and SHP.
3.0 TRAINING
Prior to the start of construction, Atlantic and DTI will conduct environmental and safety
training for Company and Contractor personnel. The training program will focus on the Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission's Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance Plan
and Wetland and Waterbody Construction and Mitigation Procedures; other construction,
restoration, and mitigation plans, including this SPCC Plan; and applicable permit conditions. In
addition, Atlantic and DTI will provide large -group training sessions before each work crew
commences construction with periodic follow-up training for groups of newly assigned
personnel.
Experienced, well -trained personnel are essential for the successful implementation of the
SPCC Plan. Contractors will provide spill prevention and response training to their work crews.
The training program will be designed to improve awareness of safety requirements, pollution
control laws, and proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Contractors will train all
employees who handle fuels and other regulated substances to prevent spills and to quickly and
1 Contractor or Contractors refer to the company or companies retained by Atlantic/DTI or another contractor to construct the proposed
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effectively contain and cleanup spills that may occur in accordance with applicable regulations
and the provisions of this plan.
4.0 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Spill Coordinator — Each Contractor will appoint a Spill Coordinator who will be
responsible for coordinating Contractor Work Crews for spill cleanup, conducting
site investigations, and completing spill reports. The Spill Coordinator will report
spills to an Environmental Inspector (EI) 2, who will initiate the spill reporting
process (see Section 7.0). The Spill Coordinator will be responsible for
completing a Spill Report Form (Attachment A) within 24 hours of the occurrence
of a spill, regardless of the size of the spill.
B. Contractor Work Crews — Contractor Work Crews will comply with this SPCC
Plan and will notify the crew foreman or Spill Coordinator immediately of a spill
of fuel or other hazardous material, regardless of the volume of the spill.
C. Environmental Inspectors — The EIs will monitor the Contractors' compliance
with the provisions of the SPCC Plan to ensure that spill resources are allocated
and cleanup is accomplished in accordance with this plan and applicable
regulatory requirements. The EIs will work in conjunction with Atlantic's and
DTI's environmental team to promptly report spills to appropriate Federal,
State/Commonwealth, and local agencies, as required, and to coordinate with
these agencies regarding contacting additional parties or agencies as may be
required.
5.0 PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Contractors will minimize the potential for a spill during construction activities by
implementing appropriate measures to prevent and contain spills. Equipment and materials will
be located onsite to meet the provisions of this plan. The Contractors will comply with
applicable environmental and safety laws and regulations and will ensure that a copy of this plan
is available onsite to all Construction Work Crew members. All cleanup and other construction -
related spill activities will be completed by the appropriate Contractors.
Spill prevention measures are described below.
A. Petroleum and Hazardous Liquid Storage, Refueling, and Equipment
Maintenance
Staging Areas and Facility Sites:
Prior to construction, the Contractors will provide site -specific
descriptions and maps depicting locations of fixed and mobile
2 The role and responsibilities of an EI are defined in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation,
and Maintenance Plan.
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hazardous material containers and the types of materials located
within containers. The site -specific descriptions and maps will
identify the direction, rate of flow, and total quantity of petroleum
or hazardous liquid which could be discharged from containers or
from major equipment failures.
b. Contractors will visually inspect aboveground storage containers
for leaks and spills on a regular basis and whenever containers are
refilled. Contractors will maintain inspection records for every
container.
C. Contractors will construct secondary containment structures (e.g.,
temporary liners and seamless impermeable berms) around
aboveground, single wall, storage containers so that liquids will be
contained and collected in specified areas isolated from
waterbodies in the event of a leak or spill. Double wall containers
will not require secondary containment. Storage containers will
not be placed in areas subject to periodic flooding and washout.
d. Secondary containment structures must provide a containment
volume equal to a minimum of 110 percent of the maximum
storage volume of the storage container for single wall containers.
Secondary containment structures must be constructed so that no
outlet is provided and a spill will be contained within the
containment structure. Accumulated rainwater may be removed if
authorized by the EL Accumulated water with a visible sheen will
be collected for proper storage, transport, and disposal.
f. Contractors will remove all secondary containment structures at
the conclusion of the Projects. Contractors also will be responsible
for returning the storage impoundment area to its original contours
and appearance upon completion of the Projects.
g. Hazardous materials, including chemicals, fuels, and lubricating
oils, will be stored only at designated staging areas and in
appropriate service vehicles. The storage areas will be located at
least 100 feet away from wetlands, waterbodies, and springs; at
least 200 feet away from private water supply wells; at least
300 feet away from karst features; and at least 400 feet away from
municipal water supply wells unless a larger buffer is required by
regulatory agencies.
h. Storage containers will display labels that identify the contents of
the container and whether the contents are hazardous. Contractors
will maintain and provide to Atlantic and DTI, when requested,
copies of all Safety Data Sheets (formally known as Material
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Safety Data Sheets). All containers used for the storage of
hazardous materials, including chemicals, fuels, and lubricating
oils, will be of material and construction compatible with the
material stored and the conditions of storage such as pressure and
temperature. All containers will be in good condition.
Contractors will conduct routine equipment maintenance, such as
oil changes, in staging areas and will dispose of waste oil in an
appropriate manner (e.g., the Contractors will collect the waste oil
in labeled, sealed containers and transport the waste oil to a
recycling facility).
Contractors will correct visible leaks in storage containers as soon
as possible. Leaks outside of secondary containment, regardless of
volume, will be reported to the Spill Coordinator and an EI.
k. Drain valves on temporary storage containers will be locked to
prevent accidental or unauthorized discharges from the containers.
All fuel nozzles will be equipped with functional automatic shut-
off valves.
In. The drivers of tank trucks will be responsible for spill prevention
and the provision of secondary containment during tank truck
unloading. Procedures for loading and unloading tank trucks will
meet the minimum requirements established by applicable law and
associated regulations. Drivers will observe and control the
fueling operations at all times to prevent overfilling. Contractors
will be responsible for training drivers of tank trucks to comply
with these provisions.
n. Prior to departure of a tank truck, all outlets of the vehicle will be
closely examined by the driver for leakage and tightened, adjusted,
or replaced, as necessary, to prevent liquid leakage while in transit.
Contractors will be responsible for training drivers of tank trucks
to comply with these provisions.
2. Right -of -Way:
All machinery will arrive on the right-of-way in a clean, washed
condition, maintained free of fluid leaks.
b. Overnight parking of equipment, as well as refueling and servicing
of construction equipment, will be restricted to upland areas at
least 100 feet away from waterbodies, wetlands, and springs; at
least 200 feet from private water -supply wells; at least 300 feet
from karst features; and at least 400 feet from municipal water -
supply wells. Where this is not practicable, and where the EI finds
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in advance no reasonable alternative, the equipment will be fueled
by designated personnel with specific training in refueling, spill
containment, and cleanup, under the supervision of an EL Prior to
refueling, appropriate steps will be taken (including deployment of
secondary containment structures) to prevent spills and provide for
prompt cleanup in the event of a spill.
C. Fuel trucks transporting fuels to construction areas will only travel
on approved access roads.
d. Contractors will keep a spill kit onsite and on all equipment in case
of machinery leaks or spills. If a spill kit is used, it will be
replaced within 24 hours.
3. Restricted Refueling Areas will be identified in the field with flagging or
signs. A site -specific plan and written approval from an EI will be
required to refuel in restricted areas.
a. Approval must be received from an Atlantic or DTI representative
and, where necessary, appropriate regulatory permits must be
obtained, prior to refueling in Restricted Refueling Areas.
b. In large wetlands where no upland site is available for refueling,
auxiliary fuel tanks may be mounted to equipment to minimize the
need for refueling.
C. Trained Contractor personnel must be available for refueling, and
an EI or another trained Atlantic/DTI representative must be
present.
d. Equipment such as large, stationary pumps will be fitted with
auxiliary tanks as appropriate. The auxiliary tanks will be placed
within secondary containment which provides for a containment
volume equal to a minimum of 110 percent of the volume of the
auxiliary tanks.
Refueling within Restricted Refueling Areas will take place in
areas designated by an EL Fuel trucks with a capacity in excess of
300 gallons will not be allowed within a Restricted Refueling Area
unless adequate secondary containment is provided.
f. Refueling of dewatering pumps, generators, and other small,
portable equipment will be performed using approved containers
with a maximum volume of 5 gallons.
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B. Spill Response Equipment
Staging Areas and Facility Sites:
a. Contractors will stock a sufficient supply of sorbent and barrier
materials at construction staging areas to allow the rapid
containment and recovery of a spill. Sorbent and barrier materials
will also be used to contain runoff from spill areas.
b. Shovels and 55 gallon drums will be kept at each individual
staging area. If small quantities of soil become contaminated
within the staging area, they will be collected and placed in the
drums. The drums will be labelled to indicate the contents of the
drum, including the spilled/recovered material.
C. Large quantities of contaminated soil will be collected using heavy
equipment and will be stored in drums or other suitable containers
prior to disposal. The drums will be labelled to indicate the
contents of the drum, including the spilled/recovered material.
d. The Contractors will dispose of all contaminated soil in accordance
with applicable State/Commonwealth and Federal regulations.
2. Right -of -Way
Each construction crew will have adequate absorbent materials and
containment booms on hand to enable the rapid and complete
cleanup of spills, as well as sufficient tools and materials to stop
leaks.
b. Contractors must maintain spill kits containing a sufficient quantity
of absorbent and barrier materials to adequately contain and
recover foreseeable spills. These kits may include, but are not
limited to: absorbent pads, straw bales, absorbent clay, sawdust,
floor drying agents, spill containment barriers, plastic sheeting,
skimmer pumps, and 55 gallon drums. The equipment will be
located near fuel storage areas and other locations, as necessary, to
be readily available in the event of a spill.
C. All fuel equipment, and where practicable, service trucks, will
carry adequate spill response materials. Spill response materials
present on trucks will consist of absorbent pads, absorbent
material, plastic bags, and a shovel.
d. The Spill Coordinator will inform the EIs and all Contractor
personnel of the location of spill control equipment and materials,
and have them readily accessible while construction activities are
occurring.
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e. If a spill kit is used, it will be replaced within 24 hours.
C. Concrete Coating
1. Concrete coating activities and washout activities will not be performed
within 100 feet of wetlands, waterbodies, or springs, or with 300 feet of
karst features unless the location is an existing industrial site designated
for such use.
6.0 SPILL RESPONSE
A. The first priorities after discovering a spill are to protect the safety of personnel
and the public and to minimize damage to the environment. Actions to be taken
immediately following a spill will include the following:
1. The safety of the situation (including the surrounding public) will be
assessed.
2. Sources of ignition will be removed from the area by trained personnel if
safe to do so.
3. The source of the spill will be shut off by trained personnel if safe to do
so.
4. Efforts to contain the spill immediately will be initiated by trained
personnel if safe to do so.
5. Cleanup activities will be initiated as soon as possible after the spill is
contained using properly trained and protected personnel with adequate
spill cleanup materials and equipment (see Section 8.0).
6. If necessary, an Emergency Response Contractor will be secured for large
spills to further contain and clean up the spill.
7.0 SPILL REPORTING
A. All spills will be reported immediately to Atlantic or DTI. Reports will include
the following information (found on the Spill Report Form):
1. Date, time, and location of the spill.
2. Type of material spilled.
3. Amount of material spilled.
4. Extent of spill area.
5. Whether the material has reached or has the potential to reach a wetland,
waterbody, or karst feature.
6. Status of spill containment and cleanup.
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7. Circumstances leading up to the spill.
B. Atlantic's and DTI's environmental team will report the spill to the applicable
regulatory agencies if the spill meets or exceeds a reportable threshold. Table 1
lists the Federal and State/Commonwealth agencies that would be contacted, as
appropriate, if a spill meets or exceeds a reportable threshold.
C. Federal standards for reportable quantities (RQs) of hazardous materials are listed
at 40 CFR 302.4, which is incorporated into this SPCC Plan by reference.
Additional requirements by State/Commonwealth are as follows:
Pennsylvania:
a. Liquid hazardous waste spills must be reported when equal to or
exceeding the Federal RQs at 40 CFR 302.4, or 10 gallons,
whichever is more stringent (25 Pa. Code § 262a.43(2)(i)).
b. Solid hazardous waste spills must be reported when equal to or
exceeding the Federal RQs at 40 CFR 302.4, or 500 pounds,
whichever is more stringent (25 Pa. Code § 262a.43(2)(ii).
c. A spill of oil, petroleum or other hazardous substance that
discharges or has potential to discharge into Commonwealth
waters must be reported, regardless of amount, (see 25 Pa. Code §§
91.33, 78.66, 299.217, 299.218, § 262a.43(3)).
2. West Virginia:
a. Hazardous waste spills must be reported when equal to or
exceeding the Federal RQs at 40 CFR 302.4 (see e.g., W. Va. CSR
§ 60-3-5).
b. Oil spills must be reported when "causing a film or sheen upon or
discoloration of the surface of the water or adjoining shorelines or
cause a sludge or emulsion to be deposited beneath the surface of
the water or upon adjoining shorelines" (see CWA 111; 40 CFR
110.3(b); and, by analogy, W. Va. Legislative Rules § 31-1).
c. Toxic air pollutant spills must be reported when exceeding (i) 1
pound for ethylene oxide and vinyl chloride, (ii) 10 pounds for
acrylonitrile and butadiene, or (iii) 50 pounds for all others (W. Va.
CSR § 45-27-10.4).
3. Virginia:
a. Oil discharges to land must be reported in amounts equal to or
greater than 25 gallons (or less if certain recordkeeping and clean-
up requirements are not met) (Va. Code § 62.1-44.34:19).
b. An oil spill that discharges or may reasonably be expected to
discharge into Commonwealth waters must be reported, regardless
of amount (Va. Code § 62.1-44.34:19).
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TABLE 1
Agency Notification List
Hours of
Agency
Program
Contact Information
Operation
Applicable Areas Served
Federal
Environmental
National Response Center
800-424-8802
24-hour hotline
All Areas
Protection Agency
Pennsylvania
Department of
Southwest Regional Office
412-442-4000
24-hour hotline
Greene and
Environmental
Westmoreland Counties
Protection
Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania Emergency
717-651-2001
24-hour hotline
Entire Commonwealth
Pennsylvania
Response Management
West Virginia
Department of
Emergency 24-hour Hotline
800-642-3074
24-hour hotline
Entire State
Environmental
for Hazardous Waste Release
Protection (WVDEP)
WVDEP
Elkview Emergency Response
304-558-5938
Monday —Friday
Entire State
Unit
8:00 am — 4:00 pm
Virginia
Department of
Pollution Response Program-
540-574-7800
Monday — Friday
Augusta, Highland, and
Environmental Quality
Valley Regional Office
8:30 am — 4:30 pm
Nelson Counties
(VDEQ)
VDEQ
Pollution Response Program-
540-562-6700
Monday — Friday
Buckingham,
Blue Ridge Regional Office
8:30 am — 4:30 pm
Cumberland, Prince
Edward, and Nottoway
Counties
VDEQ
Pollution Response Program-
804-527-5020
Monday — Friday
Dinwiddie, Brunswick,
Piedmont Regional Office
8:30 am — 4:30 pm
and Greensville Counties
VDEQ
Pollution Response Program-
757-518-2000
Monday — Friday
Southampton County and
Tidewater Regional Office
8:30 am — 4:30 pm
Cities of Suffolk and
Chesapeake
VDEQ
Pollution Response Program —
Online form at:
24-hour online
Entire Commonwealth
Online Reporting System
hLtp://www.deq.virginia.g
reporting option
ov/Proerams/PollutionRes
ponsePreparedness/Polluti
onReportin orm.asp
Department of
Virginia Emergency Response
800-468-8892 or
24-hour hotline
Entire Commonwealth
Emergency
Team
804-674-2400
Management
North Carolina
Department of
Division of Water Resources —
919-791-4200
Monday — Friday
Halifax, Johnston, Nash,
Environment and
Raleigh Regional Office
8:00 am — 5:00 pm
Northampton, and Wilson
Natural Resources
Emergency Response
800-858-0368
After hours and
Counties
weekends
Department of
Division of Water Resources —
910-433-3300
Monday — Friday
Cumberland, Robeson,
Environment and
Fayetteville Regional Office
8:00 am — 5:00 pm
and Sampson Counties
Natural Resources
Emergency Response
800-858-0368
After hours and
weekends
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c. Hazardous waste spills must be reported when equal to or
exceeding Federal RQs at 40 CFR 302.4 (see 9 VAC 25-880-70,
generally describing applicable reporting quantities).
4. North Carolina:
a. Petroleum spills into the environment must be reported when (i) 25
gallons or more, or (ii) if the petroleum causes a sheen on nearby
surface water, or (iii) if the petroleum is discharged at a distance of
100 feet or less from a surface water body, or (iv) if less than 25
gallons of petroleum cannot be cleaned up within 24 hours (N.C.
Gen. Statutes 143-215.85(b).
b. Mineral oil (i.e., light nontoxic liquid petroleum distillate used as a
coolant and insulator in electrical equipment owned by a public
utility) spills must be reported when (i) exceeding 25 gallons, (ii)
discharging directly to surface waters or causing a sheen on surface
waters of the State, or (iii) at a distance of 100 feet or less from a
surface water and containing 50 parts per million or more of
polychlorinated biphenyls (N.C. Gen. Statutes 143-215.85(c)).
c. Hazardous waste spills must be reported when equal to or
exceeding the Federal RQs at 40 CFR 302.4 (see
hLtp://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/home/ei).
d. A spill of oil, petroleum, or other hazardous substance that
discharges into State waters must be reported, regardless of amount
(N.C. Gen. Statutes 143-215.85(a)).
D. Contractors are responsible for assisting Atlantic and DTI with preparing follow-
up written incident reports to regulatory agencies upon request.
8.0 SPILL CONTAINMENT AND CLEANUP
A. Land Spill
Berms will be constructed with available equipment to physically contain
the spill and sorbent materials will be applied to the spill area. Traffic on
contaminated soils will be prevented to the extent practicable. Some
traffic on contaminated soils may be necessary to avoid impacts on
adjacent or sensitive resources (e.g., wetlands).
2. Contaminated soils and vegetation will be removed and disposed of at a
properly licensed waste disposal facility.
3. Waste materials from the spill will be disposed of according to applicable
regulatory requirements.
4. The following information will be provided to an EI and Atlantic and DTI
as available following containment and cleanup (but no later than 24 hours
after transport and disposal of the contaminated waste material):
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a. The amount of the spilled material that was recovered during
cleanup.
b. Proposed reclamation of remaining contaminated areas.
C. Storage method for the contaminated waste material before
transport and disposal.
d. Transport and disposal documentation for the contaminated waste
material.
5. If necessary, an Emergency Response Contractor will be secured for large
spills to further contain and clean up the spill.
B. Wetland or Waterbody Spill: The following measures will be implemented
immediately to control a spill into a wetland or waterbody:
For spills in standing water, floating booms, skimmer pumps, and holding
tanks will be readily available and used, as appropriate, by the Contractors
to recover and contain released materials on the surface of the water.
2. Berms and/or trenches will be constructed in upland areas to contain a
spill before it enters a wetland or waterbody. Deployment of booms,
skimmers, and sorbent materials will be utilized if the spill reaches a
waterbody. The spilled product will be retrieved and the contaminated
area cleaned -up in accordance with recommendations from the Spill
Coordinator and applicable regulations and guidelines.
3. If necessary, an Emergency Response Contractor will be secured for large
spills in wetlands or waterbodies to further contain and clean up the spill.
Approvals or permits from regulatory agencies may be required to place
equipment into a wetland or waterbody. Therefore, Contractors must receive
written permission from Atlantic or DTI before placing equipment into a wetland
or waterbody for the purpose of spill cleanup.
C. Karst: In addition to the measures described above, the following procedures
will be implemented in areas of karst terrain:
Buffers of 300 feet around karst features (e.g., sinkholes, caves, sinking or
losing streams, ponors, pinnacled bedrock, and large springs) within or
adjacent to the construction right-of-way will be marked with signs and/or
highly visible flagging until construction related ground disturbing
activities are completed.
2. Equipment refueling will not be permitted within flagged or marked buffer
areas for karst features or areas draining into karst features, except by
hand -carried cans (5 gallon maximum capacity), when necessary.
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3. Equipment servicing and maintenance areas will be sited outside of
flagged or marked buffer areas for karst features or areas draining into
karst features.
4. Erosion and sediment controls will be implemented, as appropriate, to
prevent runoff resulting from construction equipment washing operations
(if applicable) to directly enter a karst feature by locating these operations
outside of karst buffer areas.
5. Construction equipment, vehicles, materials, hazardous materials,
chemicals, fuels, lubricating oils, and petroleum products will not be
parked, stored, or serviced within 300 feet of a karst feature.
6. Equipment will be checked for leaks daily by the Contractors prior to
beginning work in karst areas; and damaged or defective equipment will
be removed or repaired prior to use in karst areas.
7. Atlantic or DTI will notify the National Response Center and either the West
Virginia Department of Environmental Protection or Virginia Department of
Environmental Quality if a reportable spill impacts a karst feature (see Table
1).
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9.0 CERTIFICATION BY A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
This SPCC Plan has been certified by a professional engineer in accordance with 40 Code of
Federal Regulations 112.7 — General Requirements for Spill Prevention, Control, and
Countermeasure Plans.
Professional Engineer
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10.0 CERTIFICATION BY THE CONTRACTOR
The Contractor listed below agrees to follow the requirements of Atlantic's and DTI's Spill
Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan during all work activities conducted for Atlantic
or DTI.
Contractor
Date
Responsible Official (Print Name) Title
Responsible Official (Signature)
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
and
DOMINION TRANSMISSION, INC.
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
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ATTACHMENT A
Spill Report Form
Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Supply Header Project
Spill Report Form
Date of Spill: Date of Spill Discovery:_
Time of Spill: Time of Spill Discovery:
Name and Title of Discoverer:
Type of material spilled and manufacturer's name:
Legal Description of spill location to the quarter section:
Directions from nearest community:
Estimated volume of spill:
Weather conditions:
Topography and surface conditions of spill site:
Spill medium (pavement, sandy soil, water, etc.):
Proximity of spill to surface waters:
Did the spill reach a waterbody?
If so, was a sheen present?
Describe the causes and circumstances resulting in the spill:
Yes No
Yes No
Describe the extent of observed contamination, both horizontal and vertical (i.e., spill -stained soil in a 5-foot radius
to a depth of 1 inch):
Describe immediate spill control and/or cleanup methods used and implementation schedule:
Current status of cleanup actions:
Name and Company for the following:
Construction
Spill Coordinator:
Environmental Inspector:
Person Who Reported the
Environmental Inspector:
Form completed by: Date:
Spill Coordinator must complete this for all spills, regardless of size, and submit the form to the
Environmental Inspector within 24 hours of the occurrence.
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
and
DOMINION TRANSMISSION, INC.
SUPPLY HEADER PROJECT
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ATTACHMENT B
Site -Specific Descriptions and Maps Depicting Locations of Fixed and
Mobile Oil Containers and Type of Material Located within Containers
(to be provided by the Contractors prior to construction)
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit
Pre -Construction Notification
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Water Quality
APPENDIX E
WATERBODY DATASHEETS
Waterbody Data Sheet
Description
Project Name:
Date:
Waterbody Survey ID:
ACP
July 20, 2021 11:00 AM
scmp008
State:
County:
USGS Waterbody Name
NC
Cumberland
Unt to cape fear river
Company:
Crew Member Initials:
Latitude:
Longitude:
ERM
RI / Jp
35.202301
-78.676266
Survey Type: ❑,, Centerline ❑
Re -Route ❑ Access ❑ Facility
❑ Other
(check one)
Road
Waterbody Type: ❑ River Z
Stream ❑ Ditch ❑ Swale
❑ Canal ❑
Other
(check one)
Water Appearance:
El No Water 0
Sheen on
Clear El Turbid ❑
Surface
❑ ❑
Algal
El Other
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Description Notes:
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Measurements
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❑ characteristic
missing vegetation
community change
change
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Red maple, tulip poplar
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large submerged wood,
riffles, deep pools,
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Overhanging vegetation
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Project Name:
Date:
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Cumberland
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Company:
Crew Member Initials:
Latitude:
Longitude:
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Survey Type: ❑,, Centerline ❑ Re -Route ❑ Access ❑ Facility
❑ Other
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❑ Canal ❑
Other
(check one)
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Surface
❑ ❑
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❑ Other
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Scum
Mats
Feature Quality: ❑ High Z Moderate ❑ Low
(check one)
Feature Description: ❑ Natural ❑ Artificial, Z Manipulated
(check one) Man Made
Flow Regime: ❑ Ephemeral ❑ Intermittent ✓❑ Perennial ❑ Connecting Swale
(check one)
Sinuosity within
Survey Corridor: Z Straight ❑ Meandering
(check one)
Description Notes:
Stream separating two farm fields.
Measurements
Depth of Water: 0.8 ft. N/A ❑ Unknown ❑
Water Edge to Water Edge: 2 ft. N/A
OHWM Width: 1 ft.
OHWM Indicator:
❑ Clear line on bank Z Shelving ❑ Wrested
❑ Scouring
❑ Water staining
(check all that apply)
vegetation
Bent, matted, or
z ❑ Wrack line ❑ Litter and debris
Abrupt plant
❑
Soil
❑ characteristic
missing vegetation
community change
change
Dominant Substrate: ❑ Bedrock ❑ Boulder ❑ Cobble ❑ Gravel Z Sand
❑ Silt/Clay ❑
Organic
(check all that apply)
Observations
Riparian Zone Present: ❑ Yes ❑� No
(check one)
Vegetation Layers: ❑ Trees z Saplings/Shrubs ❑� Herbs
(check all that apply)
Dominant Bank Vegetation (list):
Sweet gum, juncus spp., fescue spp.
Aquatic Habitats (ex: submerged or emerged aquatic vegetation, overhanging banks/roots, leaf packs,
large submerged wood,
riffles, deep pools,
etc.):
Minimal, overhanging vegetation
Aquatic Organisms Observed (list):
Frogs
Disturbances (ex: livestock access, manure in waterbody, waste discharge pipes):
Timber mat bridge over stream on north portion. Steel plate bridge on southern portion.
Observation Notes:
Timber mats observed
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit
Pre -Construction Notification
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Water Quality
APPENDIX F
COMPLIANCE WITH GENERAL CONDITIONS, GENERAL REGIONAL
CONDITIONS, AND ADDITIONAL REGIONAL CONDITIONS TABLES
COMPLIANCE WITH NATIONWIDE 3 PERMIT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Compliance with the General Conditions of the Nationwide Permit Program, Regional
Conditions for the Wilmington District, additional Regional Conditions for Nationwide Permit 3
for the Wilmington District, and conditions of the North Carolina Water Quality General
Certification No. 4132 are summarized in Table F-1, Table F-2, Table F-3, and Table F-4 below.
TABLE F-1
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Compliance with Nationwide Permit General Conditions in North Carolina
General Conditions
Compliance with Condition
1 —Navigation
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 1. No restoration activity will cause more than a minimal
adverse effect on navigation.
2—Aquatic Life Movements
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 2 by following agency specified in -stream work windows,
which collectively include measures to minimize impacts on aquatic life movements including:
• Installing temporary bridges across flowing waterbodies to facilitate access for equipment;
• Restoring the stream channel and banks to pre -Project contours; and
• Removing equipment and materials from within the waterbody as soon as practical.
Timing restrictions for work within sensitive waterbodies within North Carolina will be followed according
to North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) recommended windows.
If a bottomless culvert cannot be used, then the crossing will be designed and constructed to minimize
adverse effects to aquatic life movements.
3 — Spawning Areas
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 3 by completing restoration work during periods of low flow
where practicable, expediting in -stream activities, installing temporary equipment bridges, and completing
work in perennial waterbodies with cold or warm water fisheries outside of in -stream work restriction
periods required by federal and or state agencies.
4 — Migratory Bird Breeding
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 4 and remain in compliance with the applicable portions of
Areas
the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. To comply with General Condition 4 Atlantic has developed conservation
measures that would minimize impacts on migratory birds, otherwise known as the approved Migratory
Bird Plan.
5 — Shellfish Beds
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 5 by developing a BA evaluating the potential impacts of the
ACP on federally listed mussels. Atlantic will filed the draft BA with the FERC and FERC initiated formal
consultation on November 5, 2021, providing a copy of the BA to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. As
the lead Federal agency for authorizing the ACP Restoration Project, FERC is required to coordinate with
the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
National Marine Fisheries Service to determine whether federally listed endangered or threatened species
or designated critical habitat are found in the vicinity of the Project, and to evaluate the potential effects of
the proposed actions on those species or critical habitat. Atlantic anticipates that through formal
consultation between FERC and USFWS the issuance of a Biological Opinion by the USFWS will occur
during Q3 of 2022. Atlantic will adhere to applicable conservation measures contained in the BO.
6 — Suitable Material
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 6 no unsuitable material will be utilized during restoration.
Atlantic may use imported clean fill such as gravel or cobbles imported to the restoration workspace to
construct access roads or temporary waterbody crossings. Temporary materials will be removed after
restoration activities are complete.
7 — Water Supply Intakes
Atlantic has complied with General Condition 7 by identifying potable water intakes located within three
miles downstream of proposed crossing locations. None were identified within the North Carolina within
three miles of the Project.
8 — Adverse Effects From
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 8 by completing restoration activities in accordance with best
Impoundments
management practices, which includes measures to minimize the duration of in -stream activities and
maintain downstream flow. All temporary bridges will be removed following restoration. No permanent
impoundments are planned within Waters of the U.S.
9 — Management of Water
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 9 by restoring the course, condition, and capacity of all
Flows
waterbody crossings to the maximum extent practicable. Atlantic will complete restoration activities in
accordance with the best management practices contained in the Plan and Procedures. The specific
measures are designed to minimize the duration of in -stream activities and maintain downstream flow by:
completing restoration activities within the timeframes described in the Procedures, and designing and
maintaining temporary equipment bridges to maintain unrestricted flow.
10 —Fills Within 100-Year
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 10. No permanent fill will be placed in 100-year floodplains.
Floodplains
Appendix A, Figure A-5 includes maps that identify aboveground facilities in relation to FEMA
floodplains.
TABLE F-1 (cont'd)
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Compliance with Nationwide Permit General Conditions
General Conditions
Compliance with Condition
11 — Equipment
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 11 by limiting the equipment operating in wetlands and
waterbodies to that necessary to safely complete restoration activities. Atlantic will utilize mats or low -
ground -weight equipment if standing water or saturated soils are present and equipment would cause
rutting in wetlands.
12 — Soil Erosion and
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 12 by obtaining state construction stormwater permits and
Sediment Controls
implementing best management practices and installing ESC measures as necessary to prevent erosion
within the restoration workspace. These controls will be properly maintained throughout restoration until
replaced by permanent controls or revegetation has stabilized the area.
13 — Removal of Temporary
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 13 by restoring surface contours to their pre-existing
Fills
elevation. Excess materials will be removed from wetlands and waterbodies, and disposed of in a suitable
upland area. Temporary bridges and timber mats used within wetlands and waterbodies to facilitate
equipment travel will be removed once restoration activities are complete.
14 — Proper Maintenance
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 14 by maintaining access roads in accordance with Atlantic's
safety standards and specifications.
15 — Single and Complete
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 15. This pre -construction notification (PCN) includes all
Project
wetlands and waterbodies crossed by restoration workspace within the USACE - Wilmington District.
Atlantic understands that each crossing will be considered a single and compete project under the
provisions of Nationwide Permits No. 3 and all calculation of the project's impacts are provided in a
manner for the USACE to review each crossing separately.
16 — Wild and Scenic Rivers
Atlantic has complied with General Condition 16 because the ACP Restoration Project does not cross any
federally designated Wild and Scenic Rivers.
17 — Tribal Rights
The ACP Restoration Project will not impact tribal rights or resources, such as reserved water rights and
treaty fishing and hunting rights or tribal lands. Atlantic has coordinated with Native American tribes
historically known to occur within the project areas.
18 —Endangered Species
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 18 by developing a BA evaluating the potential impacts of the
ACP on federally listed species. Atlantic filed the final draft BA with the FERC and FERC provided a
copy to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. As the lead Federal agency for authorizing the ACP
Restoration Project, FERC is required to coordinate with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service to determine
whether federally listed endangered or threatened species or designated critical habitat are found in the
vicinity of the Project, and to evaluate the potential effects of the proposed actions on those species or
critical habitat. Atlantic anticipates that through formal consultation between FERC and the USFWS the
issuance of a Biological Opinion by the USFWS will occur during Q3 of 2022. Atlantic will adhere to
applicable conservation measures contained in the BO.
19 — Migratory Bird and Bald
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 19 and the relevant portions of both the MBTA and the
and Golden Eagle Permits
BGEPA. Atlantic will implement a project -specific Migratory Bird Plan that identifies conservation
measures that will be implemented such as: Atlantic plans to clear designated portions the restoration right-
of-way outside of the migratory bird nesting season to reduce potential impacts on migratory birds and
other sensitive species. In the event that an active bald eagle nest is identified in the vicinity of the project,
Atlantic will adhere to the requirements of the National Bald Eagle Management guidelines to minimize
potential impacts on nesting eagles
20 — Historic Properties
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 20, which is discussed in more detail in Section 7.2. Atlantic
has completed the cultural resources investigations as a part of the FERC process for the Project. Atlantic
will adhere to all requirements of the Programmatic Agreement (January 2018).
21 —Discovery of Previously
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 21, discovery of previously unknown remains and artifacts by
Unknown Remains and
ceasing work upon discovery of such cultural materials or remains and reporting the discovery to the
Artifacts
FERC. Atlantic has developed Plans for Unanticipated Discovery of Historic Properties or Human
Remains, which have been provided to the respective State Historic Preservation Office for review and
comment. See Appendix G for the project -specific Plans for Unanticipated Discovery of Historic
Properties or Human Remains.
22 — Designated Critical
Atlantic has complied with General Condition 22. The ACP will not be located within a National Oceanic
Resource Waters
and Atmospheric Administration -designated marine sanctuary, National Estuarine Research Reserve, or
National Wild and Scenic River. In addition, the ACP will not affect critical habitat for federally listed
threatened and endangered species.
TABLE F-1 (cont'd)
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Compliance with Nationwide Permit General Conditions
General Conditions
Compliance with Condition
23 — Mitigation
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 23 by mitigating temporary impacts on -site through
restoration of pre-existing contours of wetlands and beds and banks of waterbodies, and revegetation of
wetlands and waterbody banks. No loss impacts are proposed to complete restoration activities in the
Pittsburgh District, therefore no compensatory mitigation is required.
24 — Safety of Impoundment
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 24 as no permanent impoundments in Waters of the U.S. are
Structures
proposed for the ACP Restoration Project.
25 — Water Quality
Atlantic will coordinate with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Water
Resources as necessary to acquire written Riparian Buffer Authorization, and to confirm that the
compensatory mitigation for buffer impacts acquired for the ACP Construction Project will apply to the
ACP Restoration Project given the significant reduction in overall impacts and scope of work In addition,
Atlantic will comply with the conditions of Water Quality General Certification No. 4132.
26 — Coastal Zone
Not applicable — There is no work within the Coastal Zone in North Carolina for the ACP.
Management
27 — Regional and Case -By-
See Tables F-2 and F-3.
Case Conditions
28 —Use of Multiple
Atlantic is seeking authorization under NWP 3. Table B-1 in Appendix B identifies each single and
Nationwide Permits
complete project location and identifies the applicable NWP for each project. Impacts are accounted for
each single and complete project separately and documented on Tables B-1 and the maps included in the
application.
29 — Transfer of Nationwide
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 29. Although Atlantic does not intend to transfer its permit
Permit Verifications
verification, Atlantic will notify the USACE in accordance with the requirements of Condition 29 in the
event that transfer of the permit is required.
30 —Compliance Certification
Atlantic will comply with General Condition 30. Following restoration, Atlantic will submit a signed
certification if required, stating that the work was completed in accordance with permit conditions.
31 —Activities Affecting
Atlantic has complied with General Condition 31. The ACP Restoration Project does not require Section
Structures or Works Built by
408 permissions within the Wilmington District.
the United States
32 —Pre-Construction
Atlantic has complied with General Condition 32 by providing a complete PCN for all wetlands and
Notification
waterbodies crossed by the Project.
TABLE F-2
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Compliance with Nationwide Permit General Regional Conditions for the Wilmington District
Regional Conditions
Compliance with Condition
1.1 Anadromous Fish
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 1.1 by adhering to the timing restrictions set forth by the
Spawning Areas
NCDMF and the NCWRC.
1.2 Trout Waters Moratorium
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 1.2 since the project is not located in any of the 24 trout
counties or EBCI trust lands.
1.3 Sturgeon Spawning Areas
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 1.3 given there will be no in -stream work within the
Roanoke, Tar, Neuse, or Cape Fear Rivers that occur along the Project route. In addition, Atlantic will file
the final draft BA with the FERC and provide a copy to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and USAGE.
As the lead Federal agency for authorizing the ACP Restoration Project, FERC is required to coordinate
with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
National Marine Fisheries Service to determine whether federally listed endangered or threatened species
or designated critical habitat are found in the vicinity of the ACP, and to evaluate the potential effects of
the proposed actions on those species or critical habitat. Atlantic understands that FERC will submit a BA
to the USFWS, which we anticipate will result in the issuance of a Biological Opinion by the USFWS.
Atlantic will adhere to applicable conservation measures contained in the BO.
2.1 Western NC Counties
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.1 since the project is not located in any of the counties
with critical habitat.
2.2 Special Designation
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.2 by complying with NWP General Condition 32 and
Waters
submitting information for wetlands and waterbodies crossed by Project.
2.3 Coastal Area Management
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.3 since the project is not located in any of the coastal area
Act Areas of Environmental
management counties.
Concern
2.4 Barrier Islands
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.4 since the project is not located on any of the barrier
islands in North Carolina.
2.5 Mountain or Piedmont
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.5 by complying with NWP General Condition 32 and
Bogs
submitting information for wetlands and waterbodies crossed by Project.
2.6 Animal Waste Facilities
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.6 since the Project does not propose any animal waste
facilities.
2.7 Trout Waters
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.7 since the Project is not located in any of the 24 trout
counties or EBCI trust land.
2.8 Western NC Waters and
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 2.8 since the Project does not occur in any of the western
Corridors
North Carolina waters.
3.1 Limitation of Loss of
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.1 since no permanent loss is proposed to waterbodies.
Perennial Stream Bed
Where temporary access road improvements are necessary, impacts have been minimized to the maximum
extent practicable, and impacts will be temporary and all temporary fills will be removed once restoration
activities are complete.
3.2 Mitigation for Loss of
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.2 since impacts associated with restoration activities will
Stream Bed
be temporary and all temporary fills will be removed once restoration activities are complete.
3.3 Pre -construction
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.3 given that notice for all crossings of waters of the U.S. is
Notification for Loss of
being provided to the Wilmington District.
Streambed Exceeding 150 feet
3.4 Restriction on Use of Live
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.4 by adhering to the SPCC Plan which states that all
Concrete
activities that involve live concrete will take place a minimum of 100-feet from wetlands and waterbodies.
3.5 Requirements for Using
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.5. Although riprap is not generally planned for use, where
Riprap for Bank Stabilization
used for temporary access: 1. Atlantic will install filter cloth underneath the riprap; 2. Riprap will be
identified on site plans prior to construction being completed; 3. Riprap will be clean and free from loose
dirt or pollutant, except trace quantities that would not have adverse environmental effect, 4. Riprap will be
sized to prevent movement by natural forces under normal conditions; 5. And riprap installed during
restoration activities will be temporary and removed after restoration is complete.
3.6 Safe Passage
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.6. Installation or replacement of culverts is not planned
Requirements for Culvert
during restoration activities within the Wilmington District.
Placement
3.7 Notification to NCDENR
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.7 since the Project is not located in shell fishing areas nor
Shellfish Sanitation Section
will dispose of sand at ocean beaches.
3.8 Submerged Aquatic
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.8 since the Project is not located in any of the 20 coastal
Vegetation
counties.
TABLE F-2 (cont'd)
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Compliance with Nationwide Permit General Regional Conditions for the Wilmington District
Regional Conditions
Compliance with Condition
3.9 Sedimentation and Erosion
Atlantic will comply with the required FERC Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance
Control Structures and
Plan, and the Wetland and Waterbody Construction and Mitigation Procedures, as well as complying with
Measures
required stormwater permits that will be in place prior to restoration activities.
3.10 Restoration of Temporary
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.10 by returning all temporary streambed impacts to pre -
Impacts to Streambeds
Project conditions and contours as soon as practicable.
3.11 Restoration of Temporary
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.11 by returning all temporary stream bank impacts to pre -
Impacts to Stream Banks
Project conditions and contours as soon as practicable. Native seed mixes will be used to revegetate banks
following restoration.
3.12 Federal Navigation
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.12 since the ACP Restoration Project will not require work
Channel Setbacks and Corps
with Navigable Waters of the U.S. or USACE easements.
Easements
3.13 Northern Long-eared Bat
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.13 by developing a BA evaluating the potential impacts of
—Endangered Species Act
the ACP on federally listed species. Atlantic will file the final draft BA with the FERC and provide a copy
Compliance
to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and USACE. As the lead Federal agency for authorizing the ACP
Restoration Project, FERC is required to coordinate with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Marine Fisheries Service to determine
whether federally listed endangered or threatened species or designated critical habitat are found in the
vicinity of the ACP, and to evaluate the potential effects of the proposed actions on those species or critical
habitat. Atlantic understands that FERC will submit a BA to the USFWS, which we anticipate will result
in the issuance of a Biological Opinion by the USFWS. Atlantic will adhere to applicable conservation
measures contained in the BO.
3.14 Work on Eastern Band of
Atlantic will comply with Regional Condition 3.14 since the Project does not occur on Eastern Band of
Cherokee Indian Lands
Cherokee Indian Lands.
TABLE F-3
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Restoration Project
Compliance with Additional Regional Conditions for Nationwide Permits (NWP 3) for the Wilmington District
Additional Regional Conditions — NWP 93
Compliance with Condition
4.1.1 In designated trout watersheds, a PCN is not required for
Atlantic will comply with Additional Regional Condition 4.1.1 given
impacts to a maximum of 75 linear feet (150 linear feet for
that Atlantic is submitting a PCN and obtaining additional coverage
temporary dewatering) of streams and waterbodies when conducting
for single and complete crossings under NWP 3.
maintenance activities. Minor deviations in an existing structure's
configuration, temporary structures and temporary fills are
authorized as part of the maintenance activity. In designated trout
watersheds, the permittee shall submit a PCN (see Regional
Condition 2.7 and General Condition 32) to the District Engineer
prior to commencing the activity if; 1) impacts (other than temporary
dewatering to work in dry conditions) to streams or waterbodies
exceed 75 linear feet; 2) temporary impacts to streams or
waterbodies associated with dewatering to work in dry conditions
exceeds 150 linear feet; 3) the project will involve impacts to
wetlands; 4) the project involves the replacement of a bridge or
spanning structure with a culvert or nonspanning structure in waters
of the United States; or 5) the activity will be constructed during the
trout waters moratorium (October 15 through April 15).
4.1.2 The permittee shall submit a PCN (see NWP General Condition
Atlantic will comply with Additional Regional Condition 4.1.2 given
32) to the District Engineer prior to commencing the activity if the
a PCN is being submitted for maintenance activities on the Project.
activity involves repair, rehabilitation or replacement of impounding
hnpacts are accounted for and activities described for each single
structures or parts of impounding structures or fills.
and complete project separately and documented on Table B-1, in
Appendix B and the maps included in the application.
4.1.3 The permittee shall submit a PCN to the District Engineer prior
Atlantic will comply with Additional Regional Condition 4.1.2 given
to commencing the activity if the activity will involve the discharge
a PCN is being submitted for maintenance activities on the Project.
of dredged or fill material into more than 1/10-acre of wetlands or
hnpacts are accounted for and activities described for each single
150 linear feet of stream channel for the construction of temporary
and complete project separately and documented on Table B-1 in
access fills and/or temporary road crossings. The PCN must include a
Appendix B and the maps included in the application. Atlantic will
restoration plan that thoroughly describes how all temporary fills will
also implement the required FERC Plan and Procedures, the Project
be removed, how pre -project conditions will be restored, and include
Restoration and Rehabilitation Plan, and permit requirements and
a timetable for all restoration activities.
conditions.
Table F-4
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Compliance with North Carolina 401 Water Quality Certification No. 4132
401 Thresholds or Circumstances for Notification
Compliance/Review of Condition
a) Thresholds for notification listed below
If any one of the thresholds listed below (b. j.) is met or exceeded, notification
is required for written approval for a 401 Water Quality Certification from the
Division of Water Resources. Based on review below, no thresholds or
circumstances will be met that would require notification to the Division of
Water Resources.
b) Total additional permanent impact threshold greater
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will require only temporary
than 40 linear feet at an existing stream impact
crossing of streams. No permanent impacts are proposed, this threshold is not
location.
met.
c) Total temporary and permanent impacts to wetlands
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not involve activities that
or open waters equal to or greater than 1/10' of an
require permits for work in wetlands or open waters.
acre.
d) Complete dewatering and drawdowns to sediment
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 does not involve dewatering or
layer related to pond/dam maintenance or removal.
drawdowns of water; this circumstance does not apply.
e) Any impact to streams from excavation or dredging
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not require excavation or
other than excavation as preparation for NWP 19.
dredging in a stream; this circumstance does not apply.
f) Except for projects qualifying for NWP 3, any
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not impact any of the types
permanent impacts to waters or wetlands adjacent to
of waters listed; this threshold is not met.
waters designated as ORW, HQW, SA, WS-I, WS-
II, Trout, or NC or National Wild and Scenic Rivers.
g) Any high -density project.
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 is not associated with a high
density project, this circumstance does not apply.
h) Any permanent impacts to coastal wetlands or
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 is not associated with a coastal
unique wetlands.
wetlands or unique wetlands based on review completed for FERC under the
NEPA process for the Project; this circumstance does not apply.
i) Any impact associated with a Notice of Violation or
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 is not associated with a notice of
enforcement action of NC Wetland Rules, NC
violation or enforcement action; this circumstance does not apply.
Isolated Wetland Rules, NC Surface Water or
Wetland Standards, or State Regulated Riparian
Buffer Rules, with associated conditions.
j) Any impacts to subject water bodies and/or state
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will require work within a
regulated riparian buffers along subject water bodies
riparian buffer, this threshold is met and therefore Atlantic will require written
in the Neuse, Tar -Pamlico, or Catawba River Basins,
approval from the NCDEQ. Atlantic will minimize impacts in riparian buffers
or in the Randleman Lake, Jordan Lake or Goose
and has previously permitted and mitigated for riparian buffer impacts (See
Creek Watersheds.
sections C.6. and D.6. in the Supplemental Information).
I.1. Dam removal projects
There is no dam removal involved with the restoration work under NWP 3;
this condition does not apply.
L2.a.&b. North Carolina Department of Transportation,
The Project is not a NCDOT project; this condition does not apply.
NPDES compliance
General 401 Water Quality Certification General
Compliance/Review of Condition
Conditions A
1. When written authorization is required, plans and
Atlantic will comply with the plans outlined in the application as well as any
specifications are incorporated into the authorization by
conditions provided with written authorization in completing the ACP
reference, any modifications require notification to
Restoration Project.
NCDEQ - DWR.
2. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not involve fill of wetlands
wetlands or waters beyond authorized footprint. No
or waters, only temporary impacts are proposed. Atlantic will confine
removal of vegetation or other impacts shall occur to
restoration work within regulated wetlands, waterbodies, and riparian buffers
state regulated riparian buffers beyond the footprint of
to within the limits outlined in materials provided with this application.
impacts approved in Buffer Authorization or Variance
or as listed as exempt activity in buffer rules.
3. Compensatory mitigation requirements
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not involve activities that
will result in loss of wetlands or waters; this condition does not apply.
4. All activities must comply with applicable State
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not expand impacts riparian
Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules
buffers beyond what was previously permitted for the ACP Construction
Project, and will significantly reduce impacts to riparian buffers. Additional
details are provided in sections C.6. and D.6. in the Supplemental Information.
Table F-4 (cont'd)
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Compliance with North Carolina 401 Water Quality Certification No. 4132
General 401 Water Quality Certification General
Compliance/Review of Condition
Conditions a
5. Construction activities shall be performed and
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will occur according to
maintained in full compliance of Sediment and
construction stormwater permitting requirements. Atlantic previously
Pollution Control Act, utilized appropriate Best
submitted and will comply with best management practices as outline on
Management Practices.
project construction plans.
6. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will only place erosion and
placed in wetlands or waters except within the footprint
sediment control measures within the limits of ACP Restoration Project
of temporary or permanent impacts authorized under
workspace, and will follow measures outline within the approved erosion and
the General Water Quality Certification.
sediment control permits and associated drawings.
7. Erosion control matting that incorporates plastic mesh
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not use erosion control
and/or plastic twine shall not be used along
matting that will incorporate plastic mesh or plastic twine.
streambanks or within wetlands.
8. An NPDES Construction Stormwater Permit is require
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will acquire necessary NPDES
for projects that disturb on or more acres of land.
Construction Stormwater Permits.
9. All work in or adjacent to streams shall be conducted so
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 anticipates only limited
that flowing water does not come into contact with the
temporary work in flowing waters for purposes of installation of temporary
disturbed area.
bridging. Temporary bridging of two streams will be required and flow will be
maintained.
10. If activities must occur during periods of high
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will be short-term work that will
biological activity (e.g., sea turtle nesting, fish
not occur within waters where sensitive species are known to inhabit. In
spawning, or bird nesting), then biological monitors
additional Atlantic will maintain flows within waters crossed during the
may be required. Time of year restrictions shall be
Project. Atlantic will implement the Project Migratory Bird Plan for
implemented
vegetation clearing. Biological monitoring is not anticipated.
11. Culverts shall be designed and installed in such a
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not require installation of
manner that original stream profiles are not altered and
permanent culverts. Temporary culverts will be installed in a manner that
allow for aquatic life movement during low flows.
maintains the original stream profile and allows aquatic life movement, where
present.
12. Bridge deck drains shall not discharge directly into the
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will utilize temporary
stream.
construction mats to bridge two waterbodies. If deck drains are required,
discharge will be directed so it does not directly enter the stream crossed by
the bridge.
13. Application of fertilizer to establish vegetation within
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not require use of fertilizer;
disturbed riparian areas or wetlands.
this condition does not apply.
14. If concrete is used during construction.
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will not require use of concrete;
this condition does not apply.
15. All proposed and approved temporary fill and culverts
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will restore impacts associated
shall be removed and impacted areas returned to
with temporary fills or temporary culverts within 60 days after the temporary
natural conditions within 60 calendar days after the
impact is no longer needed.
temporary impact is no longer necessary. Restore
original grade and cross sectional dimensions, where
applicable. Restore and stabilize areas with native
vegetation,
16. All proposed and approved temporary pipes/ culverts /
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will comply with North Carolina
rip -rap pads, etc. in streams should be installed based
state standards for installation of pipes, culverts, or riprap at the two crossings
on North Carolina state standards.
that require NWP 3 authorization.
17. Rip -rap required for culvert placement, stream
If rip -rap installation is required for the proposed restoration work under NWP
stabilization, or restoration of temporarily disturbed
3 it will be installed according to this condition.
areas.
18. Rip -rap required for stream or shoreline stabilization
If rip -rap installation is required for the proposed restoration work under NWP
will be properly sized to prevent movement.
3 it will be installed according to this condition.
19. Application of rip -rap groins will be completed
If rip -rap groin installation is required for the proposed restoration work under
according to North Carolina standards.
NWP 3 it will be installed according to this condition.
20. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will utilize mechanical
should be inspected and maintained regularly to
equipment. Equipment will be inspected daily for proper maintenance and
prevent contamination of surface waters from fuels,
potential leaks. If inadvertent release of fuel, lubricant, hydraulic fluids, or
lubricants, hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials.
other materials occurs, the contractor will implement the Project SPCC Plan.
Table F-4 (cont'd)
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Compliance with North Carolina 401 Water Quality Certification No. 4132
General 401 Water Quality Certification General
Compliance/Review of Condition
Conditions a
21. Heavy equipment working in wetlands shall be placed
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will utilized construction mats
on mats or other measures shall be taken to minimize
when equipment is working within wetlands.
soil disturbance.
22. Reporting of any petroleum spill of 25 gallons or more,
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will comply with this condition
any spill regardless of amount that causes a sheen on
and in addition implement the Project SPCC Plan.
surface waters or within 100 feet of surface waters, and
spills less than 25 gallons that cannot be cleaned up in
24 hours.
23. If an environmental document such as a state SEPA or
FERC completed its NEPA analysis for the ACP Construction Project with
federal NEPA is required, the General Certification is
publication of the FEIS in July 2017. Atlantic has worked with FERC to
not valid until the Categorical Exclusion, Final
complete a supplemental EIS for the ACP Restoration Project, which was
Environmental Assessment, or Final Environmental
issued in December 2021.
Impact Statement is published by the lead agency.
24. This General Certification does not relieve the applicant
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will occur within the same
of the responsibility to obtain all other federal, state, or
footprint reviewed and approved for ACP Construction Project. Additional
local approvals before proceeding with the project.
authorizations for the restoration work will be acquired where necessary.
25. The applicant and their authorized agents shall conduct
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 is expected to comply with state
all activities in a manner consistent with state water
water quality standards.
quality standards.
26. The permittee shall require its contractors and/or agents
Atlantic will provide the General Certification document and review of NWP 3
to comply with the terms and conditions of this permit
to the contractor and review it with the contractor prior to the restoration work
in the construction and maintenance of this project, and
proposed.
shall provide each contractor a copy of this
Certification.
27. When written authorization is required, a certificate of
The proposed restoration work under NWP 3 will require written
completion is required.
authorization, therefore Atlantic will submit a certificate of completion to the
NCDEQ upon completion of restoration work.
28. Additional site -specific conditions, including
Atlantic will review conditions associated with NCDEQ's written approval
monitoring and/or modelling may be added to the
and confirm that compliance with these conditions can be achieved once
written approval letter for projects proposed under this
provided to Atlantic for review.
Water Quality Certification.
29. If the property or project is sold or transferred, the new
Atlantic does not anticipate transfer or sale of the Project. If the property or
permittee shall be given a copy of this Certification.
project is sold, Atlantic will provide a copy of this Certification to applicable
parties should this occur.
III 1-6 General Certification Administration
Atlantic acknowledges there are administrative requirements that may be
required by the NCDEQ upon confirmation of the General Water Quality
Certification, and will coordinate as necessary with NCDEQ to complete these
requirements, if necessary.
a Conditions listed in the table have been abbreviated for purposes of presentation. The full Water Quality General Certification No.
4132 document, relevant to NWP 3 is viewable at the NCDEQ website here: https://deg.nc.gov/media/15321/download
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE RESTORATION PROJECT
Nationwide Permit
Pre -Construction Notification
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Wilmington District
North Carolina Department of Water Quality
APPENDIX G
PLANS FOR UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERY OF HISTORIC
PROPERTIES OR HUMAN REMAINS DURING CONSTRUCTION
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ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE, LLC
ATLANTIC COAST PIPELINE
Docket Nos. CP15-554-000
CP15-554-001
Plan for the Unanticipated Discovery of Historic Properties
or Human Remains during Construction in North Carolina
Rev. 3
Prepared by
J,
ERM
January 9, 2018
Plan for the Unanticipated Discovery of Historic Properties or Human Remains during
Construction in North Carolina
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0
INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................1
2.0
PURPOSE...........................................................................................................................1
3.0
TRAINING.........................................................................................................................1
4.0
UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERY OF CULTURAL MATERIALS OR HUMAN
REMAINS...........................................................................................................................1
4.1 Discovery of Cultural Materials...............................................................................2
4.2 Discovery of Unmarked Burials or Human Remains..............................................3
5.0
CONTACTS FOR UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERIES...............................................6
6.0
REFERENCES.................................................................................................................10
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LIST OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
ACP
Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Atlantic
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC
Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy Transmission, Inc.
EI
Environmental Inspector
FERC
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
NCDNCR
North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
NRHP
National Register of Historic Places
OSA
Office of State Archaeology
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Atlantic Coast Pipeline, LLC (Atlantic) — a company formed by four major energy
companies — Dominion Energy, Inc.; Duke Energy Corporation; Piedmont Natural Gas Co., Inc.;
and Southern Company Gas — proposes to construct and operate approximately 600 miles of
natural gas transmission pipelines and associated aboveground facilities in West Virginia,
Virginia, and North Carolina. This Project, referred to as the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP), will
deliver up to 1.5 million dekatherms per day of natural gas from supply areas in the Appalachian
region to demand areas in Virginia and North Carolina. Atlantic has contracted with Dominion
Energy Transmission, Inc. (Dominion Energy), a subsidiary of Dominion Energy, Inc., to
construct and operate the ACP on behalf of Atlantic.
2.0 PURPOSE
This plan identifies procedures to be implemented in the event that previously unreported
and unanticipated cultural materials or human remains are found during construction of the ACP
in North Carolina.
3.0 TRAINING
Prior to the start of construction, Atlantic will conduct environmental training, including
instruction on the identification of cultural materials, unmarked burials, and human remains, for
Company and Contractor 1 personnel. The training program will focus on the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission's (FERC) Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance
Plan and Wetland and Waterbody Construction and Mitigation Procedures; other construction,
restoration, and mitigation plans, including this Plan for Unanticipated Discovery of Historic
Properties or Human Remains; and applicable permit conditions. Atlantic also will provide
large -group training sessions before each work crew commences construction with periodic
follow-up training for groups of newly assigned personnel.
4.0 UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERY OF CULTURAL MATERIALS OR HUMAN
REMAINS
The following measures will be implemented if known or suspected cultural materials,
unmarked burials, or human remains are discovered during construction in North Carolina:
The Contractor will stop work in the area of the find (i.e., within 100 feet of the
find or the outer perimeter of a group of finds) to protect the integrity of the find.
2. The Contractor will notify Atlantic's Environmental Inspector (EI) 2 of the find.
The Contractor will not restart work in the area of the find until approved by the
EI.
Contractor or Contractors refer to the company or companies retained by Atlantic or another contractorto construct the proposed facilities.
2 The role and responsibilities of an El are defined in the FERC's Upland Erosion Control, Revegetation, and Maintenance Plan.
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3. The EI will notify Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant, who will
coordinate with the Archaeological Consultant to conduct a preliminary
assessment of the find.
4. Following the investigation, the Archaeological Consultant will notify Atlantic's
Environmental Project Consultant by telephone regarding the preliminary
assessment of the find.
5. Atlantic Environmental Project Consultant will notify the FERC and North
Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (NCDNCR), which
serves as the State Historic Preservation Office, by telephone regarding the
preliminary evaluation of the find.
6. Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will notify federally recognized
tribes 3 (the Delaware Nation and the Catawba Indian Nation) and state
recognized tribes (Coharie Tribe, Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe, Lumbee Tribe of
North Carolina, Meherrin Indian Tribe, Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation,
Sappony Tribe, and Waccamaw Siouan Tribe) of the find.
7. If the materials found are cultural materials (e.g., artifacts or archaeological
features), the procedures in Section 4.1 will be implemented. If the materials
found are human remains, the procedures identified in Section 4.2 will be
implemented.
4.1 Discovery of Cultural Materials
1. The EI will flag or fence off the site (including the area within 100 feet of the find
or the outer perimeter of a group of finds).
2. Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will direct the Archaeological
Consultant to begin an assessment of the significance of the find and the potential
effect of construction on the site.
3. The Archaeological Consultant will begin to assess and document the find within
2 days of its discovery. Methods will be consistent with the North Carolina
Office of State Archaeology (OSA) guidelines. The purpose of the assessment
will be to determine if the find is a site eligible for listing in the National Register
of Historic Places (NRHP).
4. If the Archaeological Consultant determines the find is not eligible for listing in
the NRHP, and the FERC and NCDNCR concur, the Archaeological Consultant
will notify Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant that construction may
proceed in the vicinity of the find without additional action. The Archaeological
3 In a letter to the FERC dated December 1, 2014, the Delaware Nation asked to be notified in the event of an unanticipated discovery of
archaeological sites during construction. In a letter to Atlantic dated August 25,2016, the Catawba Indian Nation asked to be notified in the
event of an unanticipated discovery of archaeological sites during construction. None ofthe other federally recognized Tubes consulted for
the ACP asked to be notified in the event of an unanticipated find.
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Consultant will prepare a brief report on the find for submittal to the FERC and
NCDNCR within 7 days of the discovery. All finds will be recorded with the
OSA according to OSA guidelines.
If the Archaeological Consultant determines that the find may be eligible for
listing in the NRHP, and the FERC and NCDNCR concur, then the following
additional steps will be implemented.
6. Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will notify other parties of the find as
directed by the NCDNCR and FERC.
7. If the find is determined to be eligible for listing in the NRHP and continuing
construction may damage more of the site, Atlantic's Environmental Project
Consultant will request recommendations from the FERC, NCDNCR, and other
parties recommended by the FERC and NCDNCR regarding measures for site
treatment. These measures may include:
i) A variance request to re-route around the site,
ii) Formal archaeological evaluation of the site;
iii) Site visits by the FERC, NCDNCR and other parties;
iv) Preparation of a mitigation plan by Atlantic for approval by the FERC and
NCDNCR;
v) Implementation of the mitigation plan; and
vi) Approval to resume construction following completion of the fieldwork
component of the mitigation plan.
8. If, upon further analysis by the Archaeological Consultant, the find is determined
to not be eligible for listing in the NRHP, Atlantic's Environmental Project
Consultant will consult with the FERC, NCDNCR, and other appropriate parties,
and will request approval to resume construction subject, as warranted, to further
mitigation required by the FERC.
9. After FERC, in consultation with NCDNCR and other appropriate parties, finds
that starting work will have no adverse effect on any sites eligible for listing in the
NRHP, Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will notify the El who will
grant clearance to the Contractor to start work.
4.2 Discovery of Unmarked Burials or Human Remains
If unmarked human burial or skeletal remains are encountered during construction
activities, Atlantic will comply with applicable provisions of North Carolina's
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"Unmarked Human Burial and Human Skeletal Remains Protection Act" (North
Carolina General Statutes Chapter 70, Article 3).
2. Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will direct the EI to flag or fence off
the site (including the area within 100 feet of the find or the outer perimeter of a
group of finds), and will notify the County sheriff, who will notify the County
medical examiner as required by North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 70,
Article 3.
Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will notify the FERC of the find.
4. If the County medical examiner determines that the remains are not modern or do
not reflect a crime scene, and/or if they otherwise relinquish their jurisdiction over
the remains, the County medical examiner will notify the state's Chief Medical
Examiner, who in turn will notify the State Archaeologist of the discovery and the
findings of the County medical examiner. The State Archaeologist will take
charge of the remains.
The State Archaeologist will have 48 hours to make arrangements with the
landowner for the protection or removal of the burial or remains.
6. If the remains are removed, the State Archaeologist will coordinate the excavation
by a professional archaeologist. The professional archaeologist will report his/her
opinion on the characteristics of the remains to the State Archaeologist within two
days after the removal.
7. Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will consult appropriate parties (e.g.,
the State Archaeologist, the NCDNCR, the Executive Director of the North
Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs, the Delaware Nation, the Catawba Indian
Nation, other federally recognized Indian tribes, state recognized Indian tribes,
and/or the landowner) as directed by the FERC regarding additional steps to be
followed.
If it is determined that the remains are Native American, a reasonable effort will
be made to identify, locate, and notify the appropriate Tribe.
9. If it is determined the remains are not Native American, the State Archaeologist
will attempt to determine the identity or next of kin of the deceased. If no next of
kin are identified the remains will be transferred to the State Archaeologist and
permanently curated.
10. The measures to protect the remains and associated artifacts will remain in effect
until they have been fully evaluated, appropriate treatment of the discovery (if
applicable) has been completed, and Atlantic has received written notice from the
FERC to proceed with construction at the discovery site.
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11. Atlantic's Environmental Project Consultant will notify the EI who will grant
clearance to the Contractor to resume work in the vicinity of the find.
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5.0 CONTACTS FOR UNANTICIPATED DISCOVERIES
ATLANTIC CONTACTS:
Lead Environmental Inspector (Spread 8):
Name: Mike Edlin
Cell: (217) 722-4445
Email: medlin(a,ensiteusa.com
Lead Environmental Inspector (Spread 10):
Name: Joe Kienzle
Cell: (715) 816-4313
Email: jkienzle@ensiteusa.com
Atlantic Environmental Project Consultant:
Name:
Spencer Trichell
Phone:
(804) 273-3472
Cell:
(804) 263-5980
E-mail:
spencer.trichell(@dominionenergy.com
Archaeological Consultant:
Name: William Stanyard
Company: ERM
Phone: (678) 781-1372
Cell: (404) 317-0543
E-mail: bill.stanyardgerm.com
FEDERAL CONTACTS:
FERC Project Archaeologist:
Name: Ellen Armbruster
Phone: 202-502-8330
Email: ell en. armbruster(2ferc.gov
STATE CONTACTS:
NCDNCR/State Historic Preservation Office:
Name: Kevin Cherry
Phone: (919) 807-7280
E-mail: kevin.cherry@NCDCR.gov
North Carolina State Archaeologist
Name: John Mintz
Phone: (919) 807-6555
Email: john.mintz@ncdcr.gov
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TRIBAL CONTACTS:
Federally Recognized Tribes:
Catawba Indian Nation
Name: Wenonah Haire
Phone: (803)328-2427
E-mail: wenonahh(c�r�cccrafts.com
Delaware Nation, Cultural Preservation Office
Name: Nekole Alligood
Phone: (405) 247-2448
E-mail: nalligoodkdelawarenation.com
State Recognized Tribes:
North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs
Name: Greg Richardson, Executive Director
Phone: (919)807-4440
E-mail: greg.richardsongdoa.nc.gov
Coharie Tribe
Name:
Greg Jacobs, Executive Director
Phone:
(910) 564-6909
E-mail:
greg_iacobs53&yahoo.com
Haliwa-Saponi
Indian Tribe
Name:
Dr. Brucie O. Richardson, Chief
Phone:
(252)586-4017
E-mail:
infoahaliwa-saboni.com
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
Name: Harvey Godwin, Tribal Chair
Phone: (910) 521-7861
E-mail: hizodwinalumbeetribe.com
Meherrin Indian Tribe
Name: Wayne Brown, Chief/Tribal Administrator
Phone: (252)209-0934
E-mail: chi efbrownmeherringyahoo.com
Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation
Name: W.A. "Tony" Hayes, Tribal Chair
Phone: (336) 421-1317
E-mail: obsntribeggmail.com
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Sappony Tribe
Name: Dante Desiderio, Executive Director
Phone: (434) 585-3352, (202) 631-2002
E-mail: sappony2msn.com
Waccamaw Siouan Tribe
Name: Lacy Wayne Freeman, Chief
Phone: (910) 665-8778
E-mail: siouan(cr�,aol.com
LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTACTS:
Cumberland County Sheriff:
Name: Enni s Wright
Phone: (910) 677-5410
Address: 131 Dick St, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Halifax County Sheriff:
Name: Wes Tripp
Phone: (252) 583-8201
Address: 355 Ferrell Ln, Halifax, NC 27839
Johnston County Sheriff:
Name: Steve Bizzell
Phone: (919) 989-5010
Address: 120 S 3rd St, Smithfield, NC 27577
Nash County Sheriff:
Name: Keith Stone
Phone: (252) 459-1556
Address: 222 West Washington Street, Nashville, NC 27856
Northampton County Sheriff:
Name: Jack Smith
Phone: (252) 534-2611
Address: 105 W Jefferson St, Jackson, NC 27845
Robeson County Sheriff:
Name: Kenneth Sealey
Phone: (910) 671-3100
Address: 120 Legend Road, Lumberton, NC 28358
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Sampson County Sheriff:
Name: Jimmy Thornton
Phone: (910) 592-4141
Address: 112 Fontana St, Clinton, NC 28328
Wilson County Sheriff:
Name: Calvin Woodard Jr.
Phone: (252) 237-2118
Address: 100 Green Street East, Wilson, NC 27893
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6.0 REFERENCES
State of North Carolina. Unmarked Human Burial and Human Skeletal Remains Projection Act,
North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 70, Article 3. Available online at:
bq: //www.ncga. state.nc.us/EnactedLe gi sl ati on/Statutes/PDF/ByArti cl e/Chapter_70/Arti
cle_3.pdf. Accessed February 2015.
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