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May 15, 2023
Caleb BrabbleRose
NCDOT
1710 E. Marion St.
Shelby, NC 28151
RE. 17BP.12.R.78
Dear Caleb BrabbleRose:
d_ Reid Wilson, Secretary
Misty Buchanan
Deputy director, Natural Heritage Program
NCNHDE-21907
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) appreciates the opportunity to provide
information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above.
A query of the NCNHP database indicates that there are records for rare species, important natural
communities, natural areas, and/or conservation/managed areas within the proposed project
boundary. These results are presented in the attached `Documented Occurrences' tables and map.
The attached `Potential Occurrences' table summarizes rare species and natural communities that
have been documented within a one -mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these
records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area
if suitable habitat exists. Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one -mile
radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report.
If a Federally -listed species is documented within the project area or indicated within a one -mile
radius of the project area, the NCNHP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS) for guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here:
https://www.fws.gov/offices/Directory/ListOffices.cfm?statecode=37.
Please note that natural heritage element data are maintained for the purposes of conservation
planning, project review, and scientific research, and are not intended for use as the primary criteria
for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published
without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information
source in these publications. Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission.
Also please note that the NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional
correspondence if a Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Land and Water Fund
easement, or an occurrence of a Federally -listed species is documented near the project area.
If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance,
please contact Rodney A. Butler at rod nev.butlerWncdcr.gov or 919-707-8603.
Sincerely,
NC Natural Heritage Program
DEPARTh1EN7 OF NATURAL_ AND CULTURAL RESOVRCES
Q 121 W. JONES STREET. RALEIGH. NC 27603 • 1651 MAIL SERVICE CENTER. RALEIGH. NC 27699
OFC 918.707.9120 • FAX [phone]

Natural Heritage Element Occurrences, Natural Areas, and Managed Areas Intersecting the Project Area
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NCNHDE-21907
No Element Occurrences are Documented within the Project Area
There are no documented element occurrences (of medium to very high accuracy) that intersect with the project area. Please note, however, that although the
NCNHP database does not show records for rare species within the project area, it does not necessarily mean that they are not present, it may simply mean that
the area has not been surveyed. The use of Natural Heritage Program data should not be substituted for actual field surveys if needed, particularly if the project
area contains suitable habitat for rare species. If rare species are found, the NCNHP would appreciate receiving this information so that we may update our
database.
Natural Areas Documented Within Project Area
Site N 111V Representational Rating Collective Rating
Third Creek Fen and Bottoms R2 (Very High) C4 (Moderate)
No Managed Areas Documented within the Project Area
Definitions and an explanation of status designations and codes can be found at httr)s:Z/ncnhde.natureserve.org/helr). Data query generated on May 15, 2023; source: NCNHP, Q4, Winter (January) 2023.
Please resubmit your information request if more than one year elapses before project initiation as new information is continually added to the NCNHP database.
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Natural Heritage Element Occurrences, Natural Areas, and Managed Areas Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
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NCNHDE-21907
Element Occurrences Documented Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
Taxonomic EO ID Scientific Name Common Name Last �
Group servation
a a V Date
Natural 2452 Low Elevation Seep --- 1995-09-15
Community (Floodplain Subtype)
Vascular Plant 15793 Sida elliottii var. elliottii Coastal Plain Sida 1995-09-15
Vascular Plant 12310 Silphium connatum Virginia Cup -plant 1995-09-15
Natural Areas Documented Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
Site Name Mepresentational Rating
Third Creek Fen and Bottoms R2 (Very High)
No Managed Areas are Documented Within a One -mile Radius of the Project Area
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Concern
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Collective Rating
C4 (Moderate)
Definitions and an explanation of status designations and codes can be found at httr)s:Z/ncnhde.natureserve.org/helr). Data query generated on May 15, 2023; source: NCNHP, Q4, Winter (January) 2023.
Please resubmit your information request if more than one year elapses before project initiation as new information is continually added to the NCNHP database.
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