NCWRC Comments - SAW-2021-02427 - Carlton Farms - Rowan

Baker, Caroline D
From: Munzer, Olivia
Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2023 7:50 PM
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Cc: Stygar, KRYSTYNKA B CIV USARMY CESAW (USA); Pitner, Andrew
Subject: NCWRC Comments - SAW-2021-02427 - Carlton Farms - Rowan
Good evening,
I have some general comments on the project since it is so close to High Rock Lake and the project will have a high
amount of imperviousness.
• Maintain a minimum 100-foot undisturbed, native, forested buffer along perennial streams (High Rock Lake),
and a minimum 50-foot buffer along intermittent streams and wetlands. Impact Exhibit C-200 shows
stormwater ponds (see below), if I read it correctly, close to the site boundary. If possible, it would be best to
move those as close to the building/construction as possible and leave as much undisturbed, native forested
buffer between the construction and High Rock Lake. Maintaining undisturbed, forested buffers along these
areas will minimize impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources, water quality, and aquatic habitat both
within and downstream of the project area. Also, wide riparian buffers are helpful in maintaining stability of
stream banks and for treatment of pollutants associated with urban stormwater.
• We recommend not clearing the entire site, but rather maintaining the maximum amount of native vegetation
as possible.
• Incorporate the following elements into erosion and sediment control plans: minimize clearing and grading,
protect waterways, phase construction for larger construction sites (>25 acres), stabilize soils as rapidly as
possible (<2 weeks), protect steep slopes, establish appropriate perimeter controls, employ advanced settling
devices, implement a certified contractors program, and regularly inspect erosion control measures.
• Avoid tree clearing activities during the maternity roosting season for bats (May 15—August 15) because of the
decline in populations of several bat species.
• Non-native plants should not be used for seeding disturbed areas. Specifically, avoid using Bermudagrass,
redtop, tall fescue, and lespedeza, which are invasive and/or non-native. A list of alternatives to non-native
species has been attached. Alternatively, use a grain, such as oats, wheat, or rye for temporary cover and native
seed mixes for permeant seeding. We recommend planting native, wildflower seed mixes that will create
pollinator habitat within the project boundary. Avoid using invasive, non-native plants in seed mixtures or
landscaping plants (https://ncwiIdfIower.org/invasive-exotic-species-list/).
• Erosion control matting made of plastic mesh or twine should not be used within the project area because it can
trap, injury, or kill wildlife. Instead, use of biodegradable and wildlife -friendly sediment and erosion control
devices is strongly recommended in riparian and upland areas. Silt fencing, fiber rolls, erosion control blankets,
and/or other products should have loose -weave netting that is made of natural fiber materials with movable
joints between the vertical and horizontal twines. Silt fencing that has been reinforced with plastic or metal
mesh should be avoided as it impedes the movement of terrestrial wildlife species.

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Thank you,
Olivia Munzer
Western Piedmont Habitat Conservation Coordinator
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Rogers Depot
1718NCHwy 56W
Creedmoor, NC 27522
Office: 919-707-4056 (note new number)
Cell: 336-269-0074
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