20151141 Ver 1_Baseline Monitoring Report_20150427

PRESERVATION PROJECT AND
BASELINE DOCUMENTATION REPORT

Wildcat Branch
Lee County, North Carolina
IMS # 92508
Cape Fear 03030004

Prepared for:
NCDENR Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1652

Prepared by:
Heather Smith:
EEP Project Manager
217 West Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27603
August 20, 2013
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Site is located approximately 3 miles south of the Town of Lemon Springs within the Cape
Fear River Basin on Wildcat Branch in Lee County, North Carolina. The site is in preservation as
a steam and riparian wetland complex. The site was under the threat of logging as seen on other
portions of the property that were not placed under a conservation easement.

“This preservation report has been written in conformance with the requirements of the
following: Federal rule for compensatory mitigation project sites as described in the Federal
Register Title 33 Navigation and Navigable Waters Volume 3 Chapter 2 Section § 332.8
paragraphs (c)(2) through (c)(14) and 332.3(h); and NCDENR Ecosystem Enhancement Program
In-Lieu Fee Instrument signed and dated July 28, 2010.”

Site Description

Project Name and EEP Project Number 92508
County Lee
General Location Lemon Springs, NC
Basin Cape Fear
Physiographic Region Inner Coastal Plain
USGS Hydro Unit 03030004070020
NCDWQ Sub-basin 03-06-14
Watershed Planning Information LWP-Cranes Creek
Preservation Mechanism Conservation Easement
Conservation Values Buffer for water quality, Protection from
development
Option Recordation Date 8/29/2006
Deed Recordation Date 11/16/2007

Mitigation Assets

Warm Stream Riparian Wetland Non-riparian Wetland
Linear feet or acres 5,222 lf 23.88 acres N/A
Restoration Equivalent
Credits 522.2 2.38 N/A
Totals 522.2 2.38

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Preservation Project Goals and Objectives
2. Site Description
2.1. General Description
2.2. Directions
3. Site Selection
3.1. Conservation Values
3.2. Threats of Adverse Modification
4. Baseline Information
4.1. Physical Features
4.2. Plant and Wildlife Communities
4.3. Jurisdictional Wetlands and Streams
4.3.1. Watershed Summary
4.3.2. Reach Summary
4.3.3. Wetland Summary
5. Site Protection Instrument
5.1. Site Protection Instrument Summary
5.2. Recordation Date
6. Determination of Credits
7. Monitoring Requirements
8. Long-term Management Plan
9. Financial Assurances
10. Other Information
10.1. References
10.2. Site Protection Instrument Figure
10.3. Vicinity map
10.4. Watershed map
10.5. Site Map
10.6. Site Photographs (establish photo points)

10.7. Appendix A. Site Protection Instruments
10.8. Appendix B. Baseline Documentation Report
10.9. Appendix C. Stream and Wetland Forms

PRESERVATION PROJECT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The Wildcat Branch Project is located in the Cranes Creek Local Watershed planning area. The
Project Site watershed includes Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC) 03030004070020 which was
identified as a Targeted Local Watershed (TLW) in EEP’s 2001 & 2009 River Basin Restoration
Priority (RBRP) Plans.

EEP developed a local watershed plan (LWP) for the 101 sq. mi drainage area that included land
use analysis, water quality monitoring and stakeholder input to identify problems with water
quality, habitat and hydrology. The Cranes Creek LWP watershed is characterized as primarily
forested/agricultural and has a history of habitat degradation due to non-point source pollution.
EEP completed the Cranes Creek LWP in June 2005.

The Cranes Creek LWP identified elevated sediment and nutrients as major stressors within this
watershed. The watershed restoration goals found within the LWP that this project addresses
includes: prevention of inputs of sediment and nutrients to the watershed by preserving the area
from development and clearing.

SITE DESCRIPTION

General Description

The site is owned by Roy and Dorothy Godfrey, PIN 9547-33-5577-00, Deed Book 01112 and
Page 0505. The site is currently used for dog training and is home to approximately 10 coyotes
used for training the dogs. The land upstream of the property is currently forested with a few
homes. The downstream property is forested and continues into a SNHA approximately 800 ft
downstream. The portions of the property outside of the conservation easement have been
timbered in the past 3 years. These portions are to be planted in long leaf pine. There is one
powerline along the edge of the conservation easement and is being maintained by the powerline.
The powerline easement was not included in the plat. The latitude/longitude in decimal degrees
is -79.18946 N and 35.32577 E.

Directions

Take US 1 South from Raleigh through Sanford and turn left onto Pine Forest Rd, then left onto
Nicholson Rd, right onto Blacks Chapel Rd, right onto Sheriff Watson Rd and the site will be on
the right past Blackjack Rd.

SITE SELECTION

Conservation Values

The site is a 40 acre complex of wetland Headwater Forest (NCWAM)/Piedmont Alluvial Forest
and upland Mesic-Mixed Hardwood Forest (Schafale and Weakley). The site encompasses
almost all of the headwaters for Wildcat Branch. The 2009 RBRP lists preservation as one of the
goals for the CU. Additionally, one of the LWP goals is to preserve the two areas of SNHA in
the Cranes Creek Watershed. This project is approximately 800ft upstream of one of the two
SHNAs and will help to create a larger corridor if this area can be preserved.

Threats of Adverse Modification

The entire property is enclosed in a fence to prevent the owner’s coyotes from escaping. The site
has several access roads throughout but these are located outside of the conservation easement.
The conservation easement has been forested since 1993 but areas outside of the conservation
easement have been timbered. The conservation easement protects the remaining timber and
prevents the addition to sediment as a result of timbering activities.

BASELINE INFORMATION

Plant and Wildlife Communities

The site is a complex of uplands and wetlands. The characteristic species within the tree and
sapling layers of the wetland include red maple (Acer rubrum), sweetgum (Liquidambar
styraciflua), sweetbay (Magnolia virginana), water oak (Quecus nigra), tulip poplar
(Liriodendron tulipifera) and overcup oak (Quercus lyrata). The understory of the wetland
contained giant cane (Arundinaria gigantean), greenbrier (Smilax sp.) poison ivy
(Toxicodendron radicans) and sweet pepper bush (Clethra alnifolia).

The uplands contained several tree species, dogwood (Cornus florida), ironwood (Carpinus
carliniana), American holly (Ilex opaca), loblolly pine (Pinus taeda), longleaf pine (Pinus
palustris), blackjack oak (Quercus marilandica), turkey oak (Quercus laevis), sourwood
(Oxydendrum arboretum), black cherry (Prunus serotina) and persimmon (Diospyros virginana).

A portion of the Site’s southwestern corner is colonized by kudzu (Pueraria Montana var.
lobata) which is encroaching upon the jurisdictional wetland community.

During field studies, wildlife observed either directly or indirectly during field investigations
includes the following: eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus), gray squirrel (Sciurus
carolinensis), gray fox ( Urocyon cinereoargenteus), red fox (Vulpes vulpes), coyote (Canis
latrans), white tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus), bull frog (Rama catesbeiana), southern toad
(Bufo terrestris), Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis), five-lined skink (Eumeces fasciatus),
eastern box turtle (Terra penen Carolina), yellow-bellied slider (Chrysemys scripta), rough
green snake (Oheodrys aestivus), eastern king snake (Lampropeltis getula), cottonmouth
(Agkistrodon piscivorus), yellow-billed cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus), blue jay (Cyanocitta
cristata), mourning dove (Zenaida macroura) and northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis).

Jurisdictional Wetlands and Streams

There are approximately 5,222 linear feet of intermittent/perennial streams within the
conservation easement. The drainage area at the downstream end of the project is approximately
225 acres. There are four tributaries that form Wildcat Branch at the downstream portion of the
project. The streams were verified by USACE representative, Monte Matthews on 8/9/2007.

There are approximately 23.88 acres of riparian wetlands within the project. The wetlands are
classified in NCWAM as a headwater forest. The wetlands were verified by USACE
representative, Monte Matthews on 8/9/2007.

SITE PROTECTION INSTRUMENT

The land required for stewardship of this mitigation project includes portions of the
following parcels. A copy of the land protection instrument(s) is included in Appendix A.

Landowner PIN County Site
Protection
Instrument
Deed
Book
and
Page
Number
Date
Option
Signed
Date Deed
Signed
Acreage
protected
Parcel
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Roy and
Dorothy
Godfrey
9547-
33-
5577-
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Lee CE Book
01112
Page
0505
8/29/06 11/16/07 55

All site protection instruments require 60-day advance notification to the Corps and the State
prior to any action to void, amend, or modify the document. No such action shall take place
unless approved by the State.

Encumbrances

There is a small feeder powerline along edges of the conservation easement. The powerline
easement is not labeled on the plat but is being maintained along the edge of the easement.

DETERMINATION OF CREDITS

Credit amounts are based on USACE approved wetland and stream delineations, all credits are
released. The project service area will be in compliance with the EEP In-Lieu Fee Instrument.
Jurisdictional Stream Characteristics
Type Drainage Area
(acres)
USACE Form
Score
Length
(linear Feet)
Reach A Perennial 225 68 2792
Reach B Perennial 225 49 259
Reach C Perennial 225 66 1387
Reach D Perenn/Intermitt 225 40 784
Total 5222

Jurisdictional Wetland Characteristics
Type (Riparian,
non-Riparian,
etc.)
Description
(Floodplain
depression, seepage
slope, etc.)
Acreage
Wetland 1 Riparian Floodplain/Headwater 23.88
Total 23.88

LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT PLAN

Upon approval for close-out by the Interagency Review Team (IRT), the site will be transferred
to the NCDENR Division of Natural Resource Planning and Conservation Stewardship. This
party shall be responsible for periodic inspection of the site to ensure that restrictions required in
the conservation easement or the deed restriction document(s) are upheld.

The NCDENR is currently evaluating the endowment model. Until the evaluation is complete
and any changes resulting from the model are implemented, the long-term management of this
project will be funded through as annually.

FINANCIAL ASSURANCES

“Pursuant to Section IV H and Appendix III of the Ecosystem Enhancement Program's In-Lieu
Fee Instrument dated July 28, 2010, the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources has provided the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District with a formal
commitment to fund projects to satisfy mitigation requirements assumed by EEP. This
commitment provides financial assurance for all mitigation projects implemented by the
program.”

REFERENCES

Schafale, M.P. and Weakley, A. S. (1990), Classification of the Natural Communities of North
Carolina, Third Approximation, NC Natural Heritage Program, Raleigh, NC

NCWAM Manual, October 2010, North Carolina Division of Water Quality.
http://portal.ncdenr.org/c/document_library/get_file?uuid=76f3c58b-dab8-4960-ba43-
45b7faf06f4c&groupId=38364

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SITE PROTECTION INSTRUMENT(S)

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1, JOHNNY W. NOBLES, Professional Land Surveyor, certify that this
map was drawn from an actual field survey performed under
my direction and supervision, that the ratio of precision is
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surveyor personally appeared before me this day and
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Lee Cotwtv 11-16-2007
NORTH CAROLINA
Real Estate
Excise Tax 1339.00
LEE COUNTY
SPO File Number 053-N
Prepared by: Office of the Attomey General
Property Control Section %htmil 61411s
Return to: 'I'S' 711:.:1 6 1:10
RHONDA ENNIS,
ATTORNEY AT LAW
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FILED
LEE COUNTY
MOLLIE A. MCINNIS
REGISTER OF DEE�]DS
AT 01:22:45 PM
BOOK 01112
START PAGE 0505
END PAGE 0512
IUSTRUMENT # 10744
THIS CONSERVATION EASEMENT DEED, p Z �rt to the provisions of N.C.
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General Statutes Chapter 121, Article 4 and made this day of Vt1,-e2 b e, t�
2007, by Roy L. Godfrey and wife, Dorothy M. Godfrey, ("Grantor"), whose mailing address
is P.O. Box 159, Olivia, NC 28368, to the State of North Carolina, ("Grantee"), whose mailing
address is State of North Carolina, Department of Administration, State Property Office, 1321
Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1321. The designations Grantor and. Grantee as used
herein shall include said parties, their heirs, successors, and assigns, and shall include singular,
plural, masculine, feminine, or neuter as required by context.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143-214.8 et aqq,. the State
of North Carolina has established the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (formerly known as the
Wetlands Restoration Program) within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
for the purposes of acquiring, maintaining, restoring, enhancing,creating and
preserving wetland
and riparian resources that contribute to the protection and improvement of water quality, flood
prevention, fisheries, aquatic habitat, wildlife habitat, and recreational opportunities-, and
WHEREAS, The State of North Carolina is qualified to be the Grantee of a Conservation
Easement pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 121-35; and
WHEREAS, the Ecosystem Enhancement Program in the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources has approved acceptance of this instrument; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the North Carolina
Department of Transportation and the United States Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington
District entered into a Memorandum of Agreement, (MOA) duly executed by all parties in
Greensboro, NC on July 22, 2003. This MOA recognizes that the Ecosystem Enhancement

Program is to provide for compensatory mitigation by effective protection of the land, water and
natural resources of the State by restoring, enhancing and preserving ecosystem functions; and
WHEREAS, the acceptance of this instrument for and on behalf of the State of North
Carolina was granted to the Department of Administration by resolution as approved by the
Governor and Council of State adopted at a meeting held in the City of Raleigh, North Carolina,
on the 8"' day of February 2000; and
WHEREAS, Grantor owns in fee simple certain real property situated, lying, and being
in Greenwood Township, Lee County, North Carolina (the "Property"), and being more
particularly described as that certain parcel of land containing approximately 52.08 acres and
being conveyed to the Grantor by deed as recorded in Deed Book 735 at Page 644 of the Lee
County Registry, North Carolina; and along with a deed of easemt rec#ed ' Book 1.070,
Pagc2l3jand easement recorded in Book 1070, Page 215.-�,
WHEREAS, Grantor is willing to giant a Conservation Easement over the herein
described areas of the Property, thereby restricting and limiting the use of the included areas of
the Property to the terms and conditions and purposes hereinafter set forth, and Grantee is willing
to accept such Conservation Easement. This Conservation Easement shall be for the protection
and benefit of the waters of Wildcat Branch.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, terms, conditions, and
restrictions hereinafter set forth, Grantor unconditionally and irrevocably hereby grants and
conveys unto Grantee, its successors and assigns, forever and in perpetuity, a Conservation
Easement of the nature and character and to the extent hereinafter set forth, over a described area
of the Property, referred to hereafter as the "Easement Area", for the benefit of the people of
North Carolina, and being those three tracts of land as identified as Tracts One, Two, and Three,
as shown on a plat of survey entitled "Ecosystem Enhancement Program, SPO File Number 53-
N" dated October 30, 2007, certified by Johnny Nobles and Associates, and recorded in Map
Book 2007, Page 224, Lee County Registry. Tracts One, Two, and Three contain a total of 40.3
acres.
The purposes of this Conservation Easement are to maintain, restore, enhance, create and
preserve wetland and/or riparian resources in the Easement Area that contribute to the protection
and improvement of water quality, flood prevention, fisheries, aquatic habitat, wildlife habitat,
and recreational opportunities; to maintain permanently the Easement Area in its natural
condition, consistent with these purposes; and to prevent any use of the Easement Area that will
significantly impair or interfere with these purposes. To achieve these purposes, the following
conditions and restrictions are set forth:
Pursuant to law, including the above referenced statutes, this Conservation Easement
shall be perpetual and it shall run with, and be a continuing restriction upon the use of, the
Property, and it shall be enforceable by the Grantee against the Grantor and against Grantor's
heirs, successors and assigns, personal. representatives, agents, lessees, and licensees.

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The Easement Area shall be restricted from any development or usage that would impair
or interfere with the purposes of this Conservation Easement. Unless expressly reserved as a
compatible use herein, any activity in, or use of, the Easement Area by the Grantor is prohibited
as inconsistent with the purposes of this Conservation Easement. Any rights not expressly
reserved hereunder by the Grantor have been acquired by the Grantee. Without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, the following specific uses are prohibited, restricted, or reserved as
indicated:
A. Recreational Uses. Grantor expressly reserves the right to undeveloped
recreational uses, including hiking, bird watching, hunting and fishing, running of hunting dogs,
and access to the Easement Area for the purposes thereof. Usage of motorized vehicles in the
Easement Area is prohibited, except as they are used exclusively for management, maintenance,
or stewardship purposes, and on existing trails, paths or roads.
B. Educational Uses. The Grantor reserves the right to engage in and permit others
to engage in educational uses in the Easement Area not inconsistent with this Conservation
Easement, and the right of access to the Easement Area for such purposes including organized
educational activities such as site visits and observations. Educational uses of the property shall
not alter vegetation, hydrology or topography of the site.
C. Vegetative Cutting. Except as related to the removal of non-native plants,
diseased or damaged trees, and vegetation that obstructs, destabilizes or renders unsafe the
Easement Area to persons or natural habitat, all cutting, removal, mowing, harming, or
destruction of any trees and vegetation in the Easement Area is prohibited.
D. Industrial, Residential and Commercial Uses. All are prohibited in the
Easement Area.
E. Agricultural Use. All agricultural uses within the Easement Area including any
use for cropland, waste lagoons, or pastureland are prohibited.
F. New Construction. There shall be no building, facility, mobile home, antenna,
utility pole, tower, or other structure constructed or placed in the Easement Area.
G. Roads and Trails. There shall be no construction of roads, trails, walkways, or
paving in the Easement Area. Existing roads or trails located in the Easement Area may be
maintained by Grantor in order to minimize runoff, sedimentation and for access to the interior
of the Property for management, maintenance, stewardship purposes, or undeveloped
recreational and educational uses of the Easement Area. Existing roads, trails or paths may be
maintained with loose gravel or permanent vegetation to stabilize or cover the surfaces.
H. Signs. No signs shall be permitted in the Easement Area except interpretive signs
describing restoration activities and the conservation values of the Easement Area, signs
identifying the owner of the Property and the holder of the Conservation Easement, signs giving
directions, or signs prescribing rules and regulations for the use of the Easement Area may be
allowed.

I. Dumping or Storing. Dumping or storage of soil, trash, ashes, garbage, waste,
abandoned vehicles, appliances or machinery, or other material in the Easement Area is
prohibited.
J. Grading, Mineral Use, Excavation, Dredging. There shall be no grading,
filling, excavation, dredging, mining, or drilling; no removal of topsoil, sand, gravel, rock, peat,
minerals, or other materials.
K. Water Quality and Drainage Patterns. There shall be no diking, draining,
dredging, channeling, filling, leveling, pumping, impounding or diverting, causing, allowing or
permitting the diversion of surface or underground water. No altering or tampering with water
control structures or devices, or disruption or alteration of the restored, enhanced, or created
drainage patterns. All removal of wetlands, polluting or discharging into waters, springs, seeps,
or wetlands, or use of pesticide or biocides is prohibited. In the event of an emergency
interruption or shortage of all other water sources, water from within the Easement Area may
temporarily be used for good cause shown as needed for the survival of livestock and agricultural
production.
L. Subdivision and Conveyance. Grantor voluntarily agrees that no subdivision,
partitioning, or dividing of the underlying fee that is subject to this Easement is allowed. Unless
agreed to by the Grantee in writing, any future conveyance of the underlying fee for the
Easement Area and the rights as conveyed herein shall be as a single block of property. Any
future transfer of the fee simple shall be subject to this Conservation Easement. Any transfer of
the fee is subject to the Grantee's right of unlimited and repeated ingress and egress over and
across the Property to the Easement Area for the purposes set forth herein.
M. Development Rights. All development rights are removed from the Easement
Area and shall not be transferred.
N. Disturbance of Natural Features. Any change, disturbance, alteration Or
impairment of the natural features of the Easement Area or any intentional introduction of non-
native plants, trees and/or animal species by Grantor is prohibited.
The Grantor may request permission to vary from the above restrictions for good cause
shown, provided that any such request is consistent with the purposes of this Conservation
Easement. The Grantor shall not vary from the above restrictions without first obtaining written
approval from the N.C. Ecosystem Enhancement Program, whose mailing address is 1652 Mail
Services Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1652.
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A. Ingress, Egress, and Inspection. The Grantee, its employees and agents,
successors and assigns, receive the perpetual right of wilimited and repeated ingress and egress
to the Easement Area over the Property at reasonable times to undertake any activities to restore,
manage, maintain, enhance, and monitor the wetland and riparian resources of the Easement
Area, in accordance with restoration activities or a long-term management plan. Unless

otherwise specifically set forth in this Conservation Easement, the rights granted herein do not
include or establish for the public any access rights.
B. Restoration Activities. These activities include planting of trees, shrubs and
herbaceous vegetation, installation of monitoring wells, utilization of heavy equipment to grade,
fill, and prepare the soil, modification of the hydrology of the site, and installation of natural and
manmade materials as needed to direct in -stream, above ground, and subterraneous water flow.
1 al "UM 513 1 No
A. Enforcement To accomplish the purposes of this Conservation Easement,
Grantee is allowed to prevent any activity within the Easement Area that is inconsistent with the
purposes of this Easement and to require the restoration of such areas or features of the Easement
Area that may have been damaged by such activity or use. Upon any breach of the terms of this
Conservation Easement by Grantor, their successors or assigns, that comes to the attention of the
Grantee, the Grantee shall, except as provided below, notify the Grantor, their successors or
assigns in writing of such breach. The Grantor shall have ninety (90) days after receipt of such
notice to correct the conditions constituting such breach. If the breach remains uncured after
ninety (90) days, the Grantee may enforce this Conservation Easement by appropriate legal
proceedings including damages, injunctive and other relief. The Grantee shall also have the
power and authority, consistent with its statutory authority: (a) to prevent any impairment of the
Easement Area by acts which may be unlawful or in violation of this Conservation Easement; (b)
to otherwise preserve or protect its interest in the Property; or (c) to seek damages from any
appropriate person or entity. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Grantee reserves the immediate
right, without notice, to obtain a temporary restraining order, injunctive or other appropriate
relief if the breach of the term of this Conservation Easement is or would irreversibly or
otherwise materially impair the benefits to be derived from this Conservation Easement. The
Grantor and Grantee acknowledge that under such circumstances damage to the Grantee would
be irreparable and remedies at law will be inadequate. The rights and remedies of the Grantee
provided hereunder shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, all other rights and remedies
available to Grantee in connection with this Conservation Easement.
B. Inspection. The Grantee, its employees and agents, successors and assigns, have
the right, with reasonable notice, to enter the Easement Area over the Property at reasonable
times for the purpose of inspection to determine whether the Grantor, their successors or assigns
are complying with the terms, conditions and restrictions of this Conservation Easement.
C. Acts Beyond Grantor's Control. Nothing contained in this Conservation
Easement shall be construed to entitle Grantee to bring any action against Grantor, their
successors or assigns, for any injury or change in the Easement Area caused by third parties,
resulting from causes beyond the Grantor's control, including, without limitation, fire, flood,
storm, and earth movement, or from any prudent action taken in good -faith by the Grantor under
emergency conditions to prevent, abate, or mitigate significant injury to life, damage to property
or harm to the Property resulting from such causes.
D. Costs of Enforcement. Beyond regular and typical monitoring, any costs
incurred by Grantee in enforcing the terms of this Conservation Easement against Grantor, their
successors or assigns, including, without limitation, any costs of restoration necessitated by
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Grantor's acts or omissions in violation of the terms of this Conservation Easement, shall be
borne by Grantor.
No Waiver. Enforcement of this Easement shall be at the discretion of the Grantee and any
forbearance, delay or omission by Grantee to exercise its nights hereunder in the event of any
breach of any term set forth herein shall not be construed to be a waiver by Grantee.
V. MISCELLANEOUS
A. This instrument sets forth the entire agreement of the parties with respect to the
Conservation Easement and supersedes all prior discussions, negotiations, understandings or
agreements relating to the Conservation Easement. If any provision is found to be invalid, the
remainder of the provisions of the Conservation Easement, and the application of such provision
to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is found to be invalid, shall not be
affected thereby.
B. Any notices shall be sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested
to the parties at their addresses shown above or to other address(es) as either party establishes in
writing upon notification to the other.
C. Grantor shall notify Grantee in writing of the name and address and any party to
whom the Property or any part thereof is to be transferred at or prior to the time said transfer is
made. Grantor further agrees to make any subsequent lease, deed, or other legal instrument by
which any interest in the Property is conveyed subject to the Conservation Easement herein
created.
D. The Grantor and Grantee agree that the terms of this Conservation Easement shall
survive any merger of the fee and easement interests in the Property or any portion thereof.
E. This Conservation Easement may be amended, but only in writing signed by all
parties hereto, and provided such amendment does not affect the qualification of this
Conservation Easement or the status of the Grantee under any applicable laws, and is consistent
with the purposes of the Conservation Easement.
F. The parties recognize and agree that the benefits of this Conservation Easement
are in gross and assignable provided, however, that the Grantee hereby covenants and agrees,
that in the event it transfers or assigns this Conservation Easement, the organization receiving the
interest will be a qualified bolder under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 121-34 et seq. and § 170(h) of the
Internal Revenue Code, and the Grantee further covenants and agrees that the terms of the
transfer or assignment will be such that the transferee or assignee will be required to continue in
perpetuity the conservation purposes described in this document.
Grantor reserves all remaining rights accruing from ownership of the Property, including
the right to engage in or permit or invite others to engage in only those uses of the Easement
Area that are expressly reserved herein, not prohibited or restricted herein, and are not
inconsistent with the purposes of this Conservation Easement. Without limiting the generality of
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the foregoing, the Grantor expressly reserves to the Grantor, and the Grantor's invitees and
licensees, the right of access to the Easement Area, and the light of quiet enjoyment of the
Easement Area,
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the said rights and easements perpetually unto the State of
North Carolina for the aforesaid purposes.
AND Grantor covenants that Grantor is seized of said premises in fee and has the light to
convey the permanent Conservation Easement herein granted; that the same are free from
encumbrances and that Grantor will warrant and defend title to the same against the claims of all
persons whomsoever.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the Grantor has hereunto set his hand and seal, the day
and year first above written.
(SEAL)
1 oy L. Godfrey V
(SEAL)
Dorothy -M. Godfrey
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aforesaid, do hereby certify that
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before me this day and acknowledged the execution oVthc f6regoing instrument.
IN WITH SS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and Notary Seal this the
day of 2007
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aforesaid, do hereby certify that -,Dc+i VlakndiCret-i , Grantor, personally appeared
before me this day and acknowledged the e ecution of th6 fodgoing instrument.
IN WITN ESS WHERE -OF, I have hereunto set my hand and Notary Seal this the
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APPENDIX B
BASELINE DOCUMENTATION REPORT

PROJECT SUMMARY
WILDCAT BRANCH
STREAM AND WETLAND DELINEATION
LEE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Prepared for:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1652
September 2007

PROJECT SUMMARY
WILDCAT BRANCH
STREAM AND WETLAND DELINEATION
LEE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
Prepared for:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1+652
Prepared by:
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Axiom Environmental, Ine.
2126 Rowland Pond Drive
Willow Springs, North Carolina 27592
[phone] (phone)
[phone] (fax)
Project Manager: Grant Lewis
September 2007

1.0 INTRODUCTION ----------------------.------------------..l
lJ Project Description --------------------.----------------.l
1.2 Methods ............................. ................................................................................................. l
2.0 PHYSICAL RESOURCES ................................. ............................................................................ 1
2] Soils ........... ......................................................................................................................... |
2.2 Water Quality ---------------------~-----------------..2
1OBIOTIC RESOURCES .................................................................................................................... 2
3] Plant Communities ............................................................................................................... 2
3.2 Wildlife ................................................................................................................................ 2
4.0 SPECIAL TOPICS .......................................................................................................................... 3
4.1 Section 4O4Jurisdictional Areas ........................................................................................... 3
4.2 Mitigation Unit Potential ...................................................................................................... 4
5.0 REFERENCES ------------------------------------------.5
APPENDIX A. Figures
APPENDIX B. USACE Stream and Wetland Data Forms
APPENDIX C. NCDWQ Stream Data Forms
APPENDIX D. USACE Approved Jurisdictional Determination Forms
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Jurisdictional Wetland Characteristics ....................................................................................... 4
Table 2. Jurisdictional Stream Characteristics --------..------.--------------4
Figure 1. Site Location
Figure 2. Soils and Key to Sheets
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program page ii
Jurisdictional Area Delineation

PROJECT SUMMARY
WILDCAT BRANCH
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1.1 Proiect Descrivtion
The North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) is currently investigating approximately 55
acres of bottomland forest adjacent to Wildcat Branch (Site) for potential stream and wettand
preservation. The Site is located approximately 3 miles south of the Town of Lemon Springs within the
Cape Fear River Basin on Wildcat Branch in Lee County, North Carolina (Figure 1). Axiom
Envirom-nental, Inc. (AXE) has been contracted to conduct jurisdictional stream and wetland delineations
;,,,t the Site.
1.2 Methods
Aerial photography was used as base mapping for plant communities and to document locations of
Section 404 jurisdictional systems. Field reconnaissance was performed to validate published resource
inventories and idof particular envirom-nental concern. Field investigations were conducted
in May 2007. Resources utilized in support of the field effort include United States Geological Survey
topographic quadrangle mapping (Murchisontown, North Carolina 7.5 -minute quadrangle), United States
Fish and Wild -life Service �IiUSFWS�, National Wetlands Invent and Natural Resource
Conservation Service (NRCS) soils information for Lee County (USDA 1989).
Water quality data for streams and tributaries in the Site were derived from available North Carolina
Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) sources. Section 404 jurisdictional wetlands were identified using
the three -parameter approach (hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, wettand hydrology) outlined in the
Corps ofEngineers Wetlands Delineation Manual (Environmental Laboratory 1987).
Vascular plant names follow nomenclature found in Radford et at. (1968) with exceptions for updated
nomenclature (Kartesz 1998). Wildlife and aquatic life were documented through field observations
(Martof et al. 1980, Potter et al. 1980, Webster et al. 1985, and Rohde et al. 1994).
According to the Soil Survey of Lee County, North Carolina, the Site is underlain by soils of
Weha,!kee, Gilead, and Blaney Series (USDA 1989). Wehadkee soils (Typic Fluvaquents) are classified
as hydric, Class A soils (USDA 2005). The Wehadkee series consists of nearly level, poorly to very
poorly drained soils on floodplains along streams that are frequently flooded. Slopes are generally
between 0 to 2 percent and the seasonal high water table is at or near the soil surface during wet periods.
Gilead soils (Aquic Hapludults) are classified as nonhydric Class B soils, which may contain inclusions of
hydric Johnston or Bibb soils (USDA 2005). The Gilead series consists of moderately well -drained soils
on uplands. Slopes are generally between 2 to 15 percent and the seasonal high water table is 2.5 to 3.5
feet below the soil surface.
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program page I
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Ue County, North Carolina

Blaney soils (Axenic Rapludults) are classified as nonhydric soils (USDA 2005). The Blaney series
consists of well -drained soils on interstrearri areas and toe slopes. Slopes are generally between 2 to 15
percent and the seasonal high water table is greater than 6 feet below the soil surface.
2.2 Water Quality
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Streams with a designation WS -111 are waters used as sources of potable water where a more protectivf�
WS -1 or 41 classification is not feasible. These waters are also protected for Class C uses includina
secondary recreation, fishing, wildlife, fish and aquatic life propagation and survival, and agriculture.
WS -HI waters are generally in low to moderately developed watersheds. General discharge permits ars
only allowed near the water supply intake whereas domestic and nonprocess industrial discharges ar-
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owed in the rest of the water supply watershed.
NCDWQ has assembled a list of impaired waterbodies according to the Clean Water Act Section 303(d)
and 40 CFR 130.7. The list is a comprehensive public accounting of all impaired waterbodies. An
impaired waterbody is one that does not meet water quality standards including designated uses, -numeric
and narrative criteria, and anti -degradation requirements defined in 40 CFR 13 1. Wildcat Branch is not
listed on the NCDWQ final 2004 or draft 2006 303(d) lists (NCDWQ 2006a, 2006b).
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3.1 Plant Communities
Existing land use within the Site consists of forestland, which may be described as Piedmont Alluvial
Forest within the floodplain, wetland, and seepage slope areas grading to a Mesic-Mixed Hardwood
Forest (Piedmont subtype) on the slopes and well -drained portions of the Site (Schafale and Weakley
1990).
Characteristic species within the tree and sapling layers include red maple (Acer ruhrum), sweetgurn
(Liquidambar styraciflua), sweetbay (Magnolia virginiana), water oak (Quercus nigra), tulip poplar
(Liriodendron tulipifera), overcup oak (Quercus lyrata), dogwood (Cornusflorida), ironwood (Carpinus
caroliniana), American holly (Rex opaca), loblolly pine (Pinus taeda), longleaf pine (Pinus palustris),
blackjack oak (Quercus marilandica), turkey oak (Quercus laevis), sourwood (Oxydendrum arboretum),
black cherry (Prunus serotina), and persimmon (DiospjTos virginiana). The understory contains species
of the tree/saiviing larers as well "ant cane �Arundin a gig
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(Toxicodendron radicans), sweet pepperbrush (Clethra alnifolia), and flatsedge (Carex spp.). Several
species of ferns are present including bracken fern (Pteridium aquilinum), Christmas fern (Polystichum
acrostichoides), cinnamon fern (Osmunda cinnamomea), and netted chain -fern (Woodwardia areolata).
A portion of the Site's southwestern comer is colonized by kudzu (Pueraria montana var. lohata) which
is encroaching upon the jurisdictional wetland community. Currently, kudzu is not firmly established;
however, canopy gaps are beginning to open due to mortality of overstory species.
3.2 Wildlife
During field studies, wildlife observed either directly or indirectly during field investigations includes the
following.
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program page 2
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

Mammals
eastern cottontail (Sylvilagus floridanus), gray squirrel (Sciurus earolinensis), gray fox (Urocyon
cinereoargenteus), red fox (Vulpes vulpes) coyote (Canis latrans), and white-tailed deer (Odocoileus
virginianus)
Reptiles and Amphibians
bull frog (Rana catesbeiana), southern toad (Bufo terrestris), Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis), five -
lined skink (Eumeces fasciatus), eastern box turtle (Terrapene Carolina), yellow -bellied slider
(Chrysemys scripta), rough green snake (Opheodrys aestivus), and eastern king snake (Lampropeltis
getula)
Birds
yellow -billed cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus), blue jay (Cyanocitta cristata), mourning dove (Zenaida
macroura), and northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis)
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Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) requires regulation of discharges into "waters of the United
States." Although the principal administrative agency of the CWA is the United States Environmental
Protection Agency (USEPA), the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has major
responsibility for implementation, permitting, and enforcement of provisions of the Act. The USACE
regulatory program is defined in 33 CFR parts 320-330.
Water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and streams are subject to jurisdictional consideration under the
Section 404 program. By regulation, wetlands are also considered "waters of the United States."
Jurisdictional areas were delineated between May 15 and 24, 2007. The jurisdictional area delineation
was field verified on August 9, 2007 by USACE representative Monte Matthews. Jurisdictional areas
include Wildcat Branch, unnamed tributaries to Wildcat Branch, floodplain wetlands, and seepage slope
wetlands. Locations of jurisdictional areas wn the Site are indicated on Figure 2 and Sheets 1-3 of
Appendix A.
4.1.1 Jurisdictional Wetlands
Site wetlands are considered palustrine systems, as defined by Cowardin et al. (1979). Wetlands are
depicted in white with green (riparian) and white with red (nonriparian) on Figure 2 and Sheets 1-3 of
Appendix A. Wetlands are defined by the presence of three criteria: hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils,
and evidence of wetland hydrology during the growing season (Environmental Laboratory 1987). Open
water systems and wetlands receive similar treatment and consideration with respect to Section 404
review. Wetland systems characterized by Piedmont Alluvial Forest are present within the Site;
characteristics for each are given in the following table. Routine Welland Determination data forms are
included in Appendix B.
Wildcat Branch Ecosjutem Enhancement Program page 3
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

Table 1. Jurisdictional Wetland Characteristics
*P = Palustrine; FO = Forested (I = Broad-leaved deciduous); B = Saturated, E = Seasonally flooded/saturated, F
Sernipermanently flooded, H = Permanently flooded
4.1.2 Jurisdictional Streams
Jurisdictional streams within the Site are considered riverine systems, as defined by Cowardin et al.
(1979). Streams are depicted in dark blue (single channel perennial), light blue (braided perennial), and
red (single channel intermittent) on Figure 2 and Sheets 1-3 of Appendix A. Eight stream systems are
present within the study area; characteristics for each are given in the following table. USACE Stream
Quality Assessment Worksheets are included in Appendix B and NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms
are included in Appendix C.
Table 2. Jurisdictional Stream Characteristics
Acreage/
Iliparian Wetland
Nonriparian Wedand
Stream Mitigation
q• i
ili ation Units
Mitigation Units
units
Riparian Weiland
Preservation
26.21
5.2
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*P = Palustrine; FO = Forested (I = Broad-leaved deciduous); B = Saturated, E = Seasonally flooded/saturated, F
Sernipermanently flooded, H = Permanently flooded
4.1.2 Jurisdictional Streams
Jurisdictional streams within the Site are considered riverine systems, as defined by Cowardin et al.
(1979). Streams are depicted in dark blue (single channel perennial), light blue (braided perennial), and
red (single channel intermittent) on Figure 2 and Sheets 1-3 of Appendix A. Eight stream systems are
present within the study area; characteristics for each are given in the following table. USACE Stream
Quality Assessment Worksheets are included in Appendix B and NCDWQ Stream Classification Forms
are included in Appendix C.
Table 2. Jurisdictional Stream Characteristics
*R = Riverine (2 = Lower perennial, 4 = Intermittent); UB = Unconsolidated bottom (2 = Sand, 3 = Mud)
4.2 Mitigation Unit Potential
Mitigation potential within the Site includes preservation of existing forested streams and wetlands.
Riparian wetlands occupy 26.21 acres of the Wildcat Branch and unnamed tributaries to Wildcat Branch
floodplains and nonriparian wetlands occupy 0.34 acres of seepage slopes. Approximately 108 linear feet
*f single channel intermittent stream, 3396 linear feet of single channel perennial stream, and 2229 linear
feet of braided perennial channel occur within the Site. Preservation at the Site may providf.-
approximately 5.2 riparian wetland mitigation units, 0.1 nonriparian wetland mitigation units, and 1147
stream mitigation units as depicted in the following table.
Table 3. Potential Stream and Wetland Mitigation Units
Mitigation Type
Acreage/
Iliparian Wetland
Nonriparian Wedand
Stream Mitigation
Linear Feet
ili ation Units
Mitigation Units
units
Riparian Weiland
Preservation
26.21
5.2
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Nonriparian Wetland
0.34
--
0.1
--
Preservation
Stream Preservation
5733
--
--
1147
Totals
5.2
0.1
1147
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R4UB2/
*R = Riverine (2 = Lower perennial, 4 = Intermittent); UB = Unconsolidated bottom (2 = Sand, 3 = Mud)
4.2 Mitigation Unit Potential
Mitigation potential within the Site includes preservation of existing forested streams and wetlands.
Riparian wetlands occupy 26.21 acres of the Wildcat Branch and unnamed tributaries to Wildcat Branch
floodplains and nonriparian wetlands occupy 0.34 acres of seepage slopes. Approximately 108 linear feet
*f single channel intermittent stream, 3396 linear feet of single channel perennial stream, and 2229 linear
feet of braided perennial channel occur within the Site. Preservation at the Site may providf.-
approximately 5.2 riparian wetland mitigation units, 0.1 nonriparian wetland mitigation units, and 1147
stream mitigation units as depicted in the following table.
Table 3. Potential Stream and Wetland Mitigation Units
Mitigation Type
Acreage/
Iliparian Wetland
Nonriparian Wedand
Stream Mitigation
Linear Feet
ili ation Units
Mitigation Units
units
Riparian Weiland
Preservation
26.21
5.2
--
Nonriparian Wetland
0.34
--
0.1
--
Preservation
Stream Preservation
5733
--
--
1147
Totals
5.2
0.1
1147
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program page 4
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

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Environmental Laboratory. 1987. Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual. Technical Report
Y-87-1. United States Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg, MS. 92 pp.
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the Virgin Islands. Biota of North America Program.
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Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC. 408 pp.
Radford, A.E., H.E. Ahles, and C.R. Bell. 1968. Manual of the Vascular Flora of the Carolinas.
University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC. 1183 pp.
Rohde, F.C., R.G. Arndt, D.G. Lindquist, and J.F. Parnell. 1994. Freshwater Fishes of the Carolinas,
Virginia, Maryland, & Delaware. The University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC. 222
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Lee County, North Carolina

United States Department • Agriculture (USDA). 1989. • Survey • Lee County, North •
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United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). 2005. North Carolina Portion of the National Hydric
• List. Natural Resources Conservation Service, United States Department • Agriculture.
Webster, W.D., J.F. Parnell, and W.C. Biggs, Jr. 1985. Mammals of the Carolinas, Virginia, and
Maryland. The University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC. 255 pp.
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program page 6
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

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Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program Appendices
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

Figure 1. Site Location
:t Wildcat Branch
Lee County, North Carolina
Prepared for: Ecosystem Enhancement Program
sly ' V Prepared by: Axiom Environmental, Inc.
June 2007
a� ti -� Legend
Boundary = ate. Acres
County Line
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iz
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Site! location;
36.3274°N, 79.1825-W (NAD83/WGS84)
Scala = 1:24,000;
0 6501,300 2,600 3,900 5,200
Feet
Miles'
0 0.1250.25 0.5 0.75 1

Figure 2., Soils, and Key to Sheets;
Wildcat Branch
Lee County, North Carolina
Prepared for: Ecosystem Enhancement Program
Prepared by: Axiom Environmenri -,c.
September 2007 `' ` •
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_
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- Boundary
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Streams = 5733 linear feet
~ i1 Riparian Wetlands = 26.21 acres,
�... 4 `1
"„4 i _= I
' *i f�_.. NonnDanarr Wetlands = 0.34 acres X
3# 's^•t. i 4 y s Soils
0 145 290 580 870 1,164 y' Wn = Wehadkee fine sandy loam, Class A
GhB, GhD = Gilead loamy sand, Class B
Feel; - ��, z BaB, BaD = Blaney loamy sand, non -hydric

Sheet 1. Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Wildcat Branch
Lee County, North Carolina
Prepared for. Ecosystem Enhancement ProWarn
Prepared by. Axiom Environmental, Inc.
�• September 2W-7
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0 50 100 200 300 400
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Legend
_ 3oundary
ML Perennial Streams = 3356 if
lnhwn ittent Streams = 108 If
Braided Perennial Streams = 2229 If
Ripanan Wetlands = 2621 ac
Nonriparian Wetlands = 0.34 ac
• YF
alc. wl Flag L ocatioraFDPS Poini
Stream Data Foran

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Boundary
•
"Jsau,
_ Perennial Streams = 3396 If •r{
Intermittent Streams = 108 If
Braided Perennial Streams = 2229 If
,- - Riparian Wetlands = 2E.21ac
Nonriparian Wetlands =0.34 ac
- St�aaro
Flag Location/GPS Paint
Wetland Data Form
0 50 100 200 300
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1: If
Braided PerenrtW Streams = 2229 If Sheet 3. Jurisdictional Delineation
Riparian - i. rWildcat
L - -

APPENDIX B
USACE STREAM AND WETLAND DATA FORMS
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancemew Program Appendices
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
J 'tzk{+.'� ,l`:'�, ._ -- — - ' Gate
''pplicarntfOwno F�
nv ;htittr.+,,r a ,`'` S> ate.
Do Noirn„i C i,crrit y; rt„ .. exist on the site?
is tw,, site signi{icanfly 1ishirbeci fA yrJical S=itWItionl?
the ra, re`: ' a paten :sal PiC Merl: 1 eci i
If Sn-aedted exolaln on reverse_)
'4.1E tuiAtEdi
—.
+'�l➢liir111T r alit � }�LGrf;S
W'>ti atUt'ti
t 3CYi�af t]i
i
I �J `x✓ SY-^� -��_ .......>�"i .fr
N'J-. ,fir
p.
i
,scent of Cron r+ a it Sex ries; that are OBL
AC\A1 or FAC"
„e. lddirw r/ ---,A
,
1' =cor led Data (Describe in Remarks)
Stceann. Lake, or +ide r:.aaug e
Aerial Photographs
C.r}hr;r
No #yr.r..c ded Da?. Available
V hs , afikjni,,
r. (,pth ol _kjit�ice. 7✓lr<atei
)ef)tn Ic, Flee Vv ie; irnP
e lh. rc, alr rtatr,d Seri!
fl-?erntarkt:
LY5" fit,}
Yes h d
r 1�
Conimunity ID
I r2,tnsed Ili. c y;` •".« 3,
p1o1, {D
[Dorninant Plant Species ` trawrE7 c.ito
12
, :j.
i4,
r1letiand i-lydrology Indicators_
Primary Indk ators-
Jnund aced
Saturated in Upper 12 hiche:.s
VV,,ter 3`viarks
i
Sedmrenl Deposits
---. Diaiitage Pattern-, in fly-thnci_,
Secondary Ir dicatc s 2 or rnort cqua c di:
O
{Jxitli72d post C,ftatdraeis In Ut)ic,i '12 (ci:es
treater -Stained Leaves
f %-lC-Ne trai tes%
tern (F_rrt lair_ _n Flrrnwks)

SULS
f0;"A p U i d ( I "I a n I e
Onnes on Phme� Drainage Class
FhM ObsemaWns
41;
!,own, 1 Sog MUN Conhun NWpped TypO
-
f ;W
suffidic, Odof
AWA: MmWm Ryne
Neyed N LOWOhmma Wors
P"emans
AIETLAND DE 'ERMINAMN
Hydmphyiic Vegeiation Pjesenr.�
V'Vefl�ind Hydfology Presf�nt-'
Hydnc;!�()Os
Qh Orgmic CmIeM in Mace Uys in San" Sun;
Orgamc StmaWng in Sandy ME
L Kind anI oct HyMc SAm W
fin x Y"Win in Ranks)
No (CITcle)
No
N. is Rus SarqHng Pahl WHAn a V&Umd? yow N c)
Appmve{Pry MUSACE 192

HYDROLOGY
Recorded Dat , -,i (Descrit-,)e in Rcmarksj
n
'trea;, Lake. m Ticle Gauge,
-i
Aoria! Photograoh.,-;
Oil
Nc .Re - rded Dal, Availabic
ro a
i - ieid Observaflons,
DeIS41`1 Of SLAE)Ce 1,Nazer,
1.
... . ..... ----
Dc
-Wi fc, Fiee VIIate� in Pit:
Depth to Saturated Soil fin.)
� t�e�fnpvks
VV eland lydrdogy Indicators
Prirnary indic.mrs,
IflUndated
Saturated in lJplo ei 12 In .es
'Atatef Marks
Drit"t Unes
Secla-nelnt Deposits
Drakiage 'P@ terns in kNe'dands
Sec.ondary Indicators i-2 ni mcferequired)
--------- luxid;zed Row Channels in Uppe12 hnches
V1.1a.ter-Stained Leaves
Local Soi� Surve.y Data
FAC -Neutral lest
Ofllei 'Explain in Rernaiks)
DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
C1987 CCIE V\Ieflands Delineation Manual�
Date�
------------
CUUI Ity,
------- --------- ----------- ----
—4 .Cate
- ------ ------------ -- - -------- -------
S,
Do Noffal Cifcurnstances exist on the stie',
Comy
No -nun a
--- - - ------
is iheSite sigmficantiv disturbed (AILYPICaj SItUabon)?
�s the ;alta a polenti it Isroblen'i Ai ea?
Yes Transect ID:
Yes tslo(!D
0 1 needed, explain on ieviarse,,
VEGETATION
Plant Species SU'aWn-I ItNficalol
Dornin ini Plant Sneaes
Ji
4-4
A
2
10,
3 A-
12,
5
14
7
15
16
.......... ..
'Pefcent of Dominant �-Speaes tri at we 'O BL, FAC V,,'
..... .
FAC�'
_�exducfii vj P\G-I
-,'e, mn a r k s
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Dat , -,i (Descrit-,)e in Rcmarksj
n
'trea;, Lake. m Ticle Gauge,
-i
Aoria! Photograoh.,-;
Oil
Nc .Re - rded Dal, Availabic
ro a
i - ieid Observaflons,
DeIS41`1 Of SLAE)Ce 1,Nazer,
1.
... . ..... ----
Dc
-Wi fc, Fiee VIIate� in Pit:
Depth to Saturated Soil fin.)
� t�e�fnpvks
VV eland lydrdogy Indicators
Prirnary indic.mrs,
IflUndated
Saturated in lJplo ei 12 In .es
'Atatef Marks
Drit"t Unes
Secla-nelnt Deposits
Drakiage 'P@ terns in kNe'dands
Sec.ondary Indicators i-2 ni mcferequired)
--------- luxid;zed Row Channels in Uppe12 hnches
V1.1a.ter-Stained Leaves
Local Soi� Surve.y Data
FAC -Neutral lest
Ofllei 'Explain in Rernaiks)

SOTS
Nup Lod Nlams
nes and Pha-;e)
f x 0 no, f -ny � S " I b g �c-, u
Field
(--:onfirn Mapped Type",
K�
Yes
lv%e "De"ujpoors
Depw
ivi at, i x Co kur
Motfle
t0offle,
Alf 11
Sc
--Size!Coi tfasJ
od-,
So WAM" S
�jnmoi
Geyd a Lnw&hmma Won;
�1!gh 'Urgamc (.,ondN: ,t m Surtace Laver its Sanoy Sows
Organn S"Amg m S"m 3wls
LIM on Not Hymc SON Us',
nher TxNmn K Wmaks)

DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual),
ProjecUSite: w i Id U t BYah L k
Indicator
Date:
5115 f 01
Applicant/Owner. N GEP
9.
County:
L-Cle-
Investi tor. w'
3. TjtX ojpaLc'eA 10
State:
N L
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site?
es []No
Community ID:
aY J t uooel Sl'
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)?
El L9No
Transect ID:
(o
Is the area a potential Problem Area?
❑Yes i4o
Plot ID:
�,t
iNC.i ! alVVJ
If needed a Iain on reverse.
16. a
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum
Indicator
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1. Com -is 0kVV%0MV1V• a
1FACk)t
9.
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
3. TjtX ojpaLc'eA 10
❑
Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
'
❑
Water -Stained Leaves
5. Ucwi 104Mbc►Y S AGI e. 11b
^.�.-n(i
ALL(
13.
6• A
019L
14.
7.
❑
15.
8.
16. a
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC
* • /� i
!
(excluding FAC-).
r
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
❑ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks):
❑ Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
❑ Aerial Photographs
❑ Other
❑ No Recorded Data Available
Wetland Hydrology
Primary
❑
❑
❑
❑
Indicators:
Indicators:
Inundated
Saturated In Upper 12 Inches
Water Marks
Drift Lines
Sediment Deposits
Field Observations:
❑
Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
Depth of Surface Water. """ {iR.}
❑
Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches
'
❑
Water -Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit: -� (in.)
❑
Local Soil Survey Data
❑
FAC -Neutral Test
Depth to Saturated Soil: (in.)
❑
Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:

nRn &%
u7VIL.7
Map Unit Name
(Series and Phase):
11►► ���� {{
w+Lfl LQ
�—1
g 90V�
OMftrainage Class:
� V n r
fieldGdsewaiiems
voo JIBRI
Taxonomy (Subgroup):t`
{ V{.1�Y1 G
1� a
infirm Mapped type?
OYes No
Profile Descriptions:
Doh
Matrix Color
Mottle Colors
Mottle Abundance/
Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon
(Munsell Moist)
Munsell Moist Slze/Contrast
Structure etc
U- t
1 o YR 2/L
Hydric Soil Indicators:
❑ Histosol
❑
Concretions
❑ Histic Epipedon
❑
High Organic Content In Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
Sulfidic Odor
Organic Streaking irk Sandy Soils
Aquic Moisture Regime
❑
Listed on Local Hydric Soils List
Listed National Hydric Soils List
❑ Reducing Conditions
on
Gieyed or Low-Chroma Colors
❑
Other (Explain in Remarks)
,
Remarks:
A
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present?fYes
[]No (Check) (Check)
Wetland Hydrology Present? [:]No
Hydric Soils Present? ONo Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? [ Yes ONo
Remarks
Approved by HQU5Act ;3/sz
Forms version 1/02

DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
VEGETAitON
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
4. Ut c> ata 5 ajr p,
2. (_ W�AW 10.
4. 12.
5. 13.
8. 14.
8. 16. --o'
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBi , FACIN or FAC
excludi FAC-). (e( 07
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
❑ Recorded Data (Describe in Remarks):
❑ Stream, take, or Tide Gauge
❑ Aerial Photographs
❑ Other
❑ No Recorded Data Available
Welland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators:
❑ Inundated
❑ Saturated In Upper 12 Inches
❑ Water Marks
❑ Drift Lines
❑ Sediment Deposits
Field Observations:
❑ Drainage Patterns in Wetlands
Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
Ddpth of Surface Water. - (in.)
❑ Oxidized Root Chamois in Upper 12 inches
'
❑ Water -Stained Leaves
Depth to Free Water in Pit (in.)
❑ Local Soil Survey Date
❑ FAC -Neutral Test
Depth to Saturated Soil: (in.)
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
No wql wj 1nyd � yy `'�►d-t'c c�.�-u�rS plrc SR.YI�t .

SOILS
Map Unit Name
(seri and Plisse): �I j{,r1� Oil iC1/1�1 S uhd Drainage class:
rnod .-olmi�e� .
Taxonomy (Subgroup): AqL4 ( a
JU CLU jf9 Confirm Mapped Type?
Oyes tr No
Profile Descriptions:
Depth Matrix Color
Mottle Colors Mottle Abundance/
Texture, Concretions,
(inches) Horizon (Munsell Moist)
(Munsell Moist) Size/Contrast
Structure etc
10 Y1Z y13
— -
Sava
Hydric soil indicators:
❑ Hlstosol
❑ Concretions
❑ Histic Epipedon
❑ High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils
❑ Sulfidic Odor
❑ Organic Streaking irl bandy Soils
❑ Aquic Moisture Re*e
❑ Listed on Local Hydric Soils List
❑ Reducing Conditions
❑ Listed on National Hydric Soils List
❑ Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors
❑ Other (Explain in Remarks)
,
Remarks:
No Vij4ri c Soy I i`V►J4*c.a4-0-S
.
WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? [9/Yes
(Check)
(Check)
Wetland Hydrology Present? ❑Yes
EO
HydricSoNs Present? ❑`des
Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland?
❑Yes No
Remarks
Approved by HOUSACE 3192
Forms version 1/02

USACE AID# DWQ # Site # S (indicate on attached map)
M STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
Provide the fallowing information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Ea 2. Evaluator's name: )WO V -PI
3. Date of evaluation: Ma►4 1 4. Time of evaluation:_ 1 0 .00
5. Nance of stream: W,
W�} M Ck_ 6. River basin: C aux Par
7. Approximate drainage area:of 1c�lG 0 • rn i �} 8. Stream z_._.._. �� ��n 0h US65 Li L�u� ; F ^' —t2r*' hI -Jo
9. Length of reach evaluated N 15 0 ft 10. County:
11. Site coordinates (if known): prefer in deciinial degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any):,_ NA
Lath & (OL34.FM12)' 35,12(000 • / Y Loagitade (cz 7/:556611): _19-
19• 1913 • W
Method loeationdetermined (circle)- GPS li Zjj_A� Ortho (Aerial) PhoWGIS Other GIS Other
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note nearby roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
1A sftxam
14. Proposed channel work (if any): ' N o nt l ' pimcpa v a'Ho h
15. Recent weather
16. Site conditions i
17. Identify any special waterway classifications known _Section 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters Nutrient Sensitive Waters water Supply Watershed X(MV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES & If yes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? QNO 20. L)oes channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: -0—% Residential % Commercial % Industrial % Agricultural
2% Forested LO -1/6 Cleared / Logged '/o Other (
22. Bankfall width: 2.5 23. Bank height (from bed to top of batik): a • 5
24. Channel slope down center of stream: Flat (0 to 20/0) _, Gentle (2 to 40%) Moderate (4 to 10%) Steep (>10'/o)
25. Channel sinuosity: Straight Occasional bends ✓Frequent meander Very sinuous Braided channel
Instructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach. The total more assigned to a stream reach rrtust range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality. (�
Total Score (from reverse): V Comments..
Evaloator's signature C &t'se 4* �.:, �01- wt)l 1_'CffC K Date �/
This channel evaluation form is Mended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
OWng the'data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total scare resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular milidation ratio or regoiremeaL Form subject to change — version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26.

STREAM OUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
aaaaac ..aamaa.acaasu�:s sac Inn anavamu III Gomm sum=.
CHARACTERISTICS
ECOREGION POM
MANGE
Sw
Coastal
PiEdwwnoat
Moaaatai n
1
presence of flow f persivowat poob in stroam
flow or sataration = 0 now = max ittts
0-5
0-4
0-3
Evidarde of pad baman alterad"
0— 6
0— 5
0— 5
extensive abft* ion = 0 no aikwation = max rods
Sane
no buffer= 0' 229MRm wide buffer = max rots
0-6
0-4
0-5
3
4
Evi�soe of antrbut or cbenaiad dbcba rgn
extensive = 0• no es = max fats
0-5
0-4
0-4
3
5
0"Undwater "&a1v
nodi e 4 EP etc. = max rots
0-3
0-4
0-4
y
M+
6
Presence of adjacent fiaodpb3a
f[ = 0• extusive floodolain = max rots
0-4
0-4
0-2
7
Entread want i ttaodplain access
eaheached = a ftqmnt g2oft =maxrots
0-5
0-- 4
0— 2
7
S
Preaen" oradjacent weth&&
ao v+ed&nds = a ad wew wW=& = max fiats
0-6
0-4
0-2
9
Chand °'
Mftmvo chamthgation = o- natural meander = max ints
0-5
0-4
0-3
10
tiupw
exteasave 4 - a little or no sediment = max
0-5
0-4
0-4
1
Stae & diveradty of ebamnd bed abstrate
0-4
0 — 5
us = a diverse sizes = maxPoints)NA*
Y2
Evidence of t baeud hwhio a or *Nlenbag
"
incised =4' stable bed& banks = max rots
0-5
0 _ 4
0-5
fr
13
Presence of armor bank ibtiinres'
Severe trosion = % no gnulo Stable banks = max inns
0-5
Q — 5
0-5
14
Boot dw* and density an barks
0-3
0-4
no visible soots = 0• dense roots iba ut = max
0-5
15
by a pkaft sre, livato k, or tuber pm&w im0
5
sabsmatial ' no evidence = max points)
—
0-4
$
0-5
2
16
of rifffie�poeiMTppl�pool completes
0-3-
0-5
VD or Pp -dcwloped = max
0-6
3
;7-R�itat
t�mpbnzfity
or mo Nabi Wa co varied habitats =max iris
0— 6
0— 6
0— 6
'f
i$
Cawawopy coverage over drawwsw
rro 0a=0' ams can =max ROM
0-5
0-5
0a- 5
Substrate owbaidedne s
NA'
0-4
0-4
embedded = 0• loose structure = Max)
3
i01
PwtSftW of stream iaverftbrates (see page 4)
no evidence = 0; taw— naimerous = max Mats
0-4
0 — 5
0-5
f h
1
preseeee of a=04inurs
= 0
0— 4
0— 4
0— 4
ao evidence nwaerow�s = Um ints
rQt
0
22presence
Ofd`
evidence lk numerous = max is
0-4
0--4
0-4
23
Evidmoe ofw§dl[e use
Lao evfte = 0' abundant evidence = maxrots
0-6
0-5
0-5
Totwsi points Possible
100
100
100
TOTAL SCORE (also enter on first page)
(�
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USACE AID#
DWQ #_
_... __.... Site #.!�!R (indicate on attached map)
M STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
4�
Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment:
/�� ' itr� tines
1. Applicant's name:2. Evaluator's name: X 101 11 Q rat.Q
3. Date of evaluation: M04 2QQ-1 4. Time of evaluation: W-06
5. Name of stream: WT to Wi (Q t- 6. River basin: ClapL
7. Approximate drainage area: _ �Q�l.� O.b i �. �crearu c� _... N,o, to � k1 U SG S J L a4
9. Length of reach evaluated: ^-11950 fr 10. County:
11. Site coordinates (if ]mown): pefer i, decimal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any): NA
35.032-11 • N /9
Latitude (wc. 34.872312): Longitude (ems. 77.336611): � �� � `V t.8
Method loumon datuninied (circle)- GPS '! fin Ortho (Aerial) Phow/GIS Ocher GIS Oticer
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note nearby roads and landmarks and attach asap identifying stream(s) location):
14. Proposed channel work (if any): Nom YV (wQ V) !�
15. Recent weather
16. Site conditions at time of
17. Identify any special waterway classifications known:Section 10 —Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters —Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters ✓Water Supply Watershed,�(I-1 V)
e
S
M Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES If yes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? YES I 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: _L0 Y. Residential % Commercial '/o Industrial "/° Agricultural
%% Forested L0_% Cleared 1 Logged"/o Other ( _
22. Bankfull width: 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank).
24. Channel slope down center of stream Flat (0 to 2%) Gentle (2 to 4%) Moderate (4 to 10%) $beep (>109A)
25. Channel sinuosity: Straight Occasional bends Frequent meander Very sinuous Braided channel
Ushuetions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of )how to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 m the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach The total score assigned to a stream reach roust range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.
Total Soore (timm reverse): -1 Comments:
Evaluator's Sigpature-- �.8+-. �-�. 4;r W t �� I T --t. ff oT Date (41 001
101
This channel evaluation form h inten to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total seore resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular mitigation ratio or regnir umat Form subject to change - version 06103. To Comment, please call 919-876-5441 x 26.

STREAM OUALiTY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
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CHAUCTE UMCB
ECOREGION POI
MANGE
SCO
coastal
Piedmont
Monstak
1
Preaeaee ornow ow t perms poor = stream
no stow or saturation = 0• str flow =max R2rft
0-5
0-4
0-3
Evidence of past human alteration
extensive alteration = 0• no alteration = maxrots
0-6
0-5
0-5
a'
3
R4uwbn zone
(o buffer= 0• confiamous. wide buffer = maxpoints)
0-6
0-4
0-5
exteassive tea• no =max. lens
0-5
0-4
0-4
5�
etc. = max ints
0-3
0-4
0-4
3
�»
6
Prese m of adjaoast Saodplain
(no tI =0 • eve =max rots
0— 4
0— 4
0— 2
3
Entreadmemt I iloodplais seem
'
cghtnebod = 0• t 9224Lng = maxpoints)
0-5
0— 4
0-2
$
Presence of adjacent wettvbds
0-6
0 4
(no wdlmxU = Q adjacent wetlands =wax rots
—
0-2
9
Cbmm t shmossity
extensive Chumlixation = &natural meander =max rats
0-5
0-4
0-3
a
10Sedhomt
btput
e ve tion= 0• little or no sednnmt =wax
o— 5
0-4
0-4
11(0102,
Ske & diversity of dumd bed mUtnate
os= a diverse sixes max rots
NA+ d
0 —4
Q — 5
Evidmoe of channel kddom or wi[dembg
"Ove
j&k ised =0• suable bed banks =max rats
0-5
0 — 4
0-5
hrPresmm
23
of soojor bank �nres
o
o
d
sevens emfaa = 0• no er4si stable banks =max rats
-s
-s
0-5,1?
14
Root depth anddeesky on bay
0 3
0-4
no visible roots = 0 dense roots #vusbout = max rots
—
0-5
3
15
by +t, lis'eed wk or Undo tr prodedift2
substantial ' =0• no evidence = moot rots
0-5
0-4
0-5
J
16•
Pr�ee of rmkjwoovr*pk-pool oemplexes
no les or is = Q•e, veto : = man
0-3-
0 -- S
0-6
l7
Habitat compkziity
ffak orao habitat =0• varied habitats =max lads
Q— 6
0— 6
0 —6
Canopy roverap over strembe d
0— 5
0— 5
tso on = 0 con*um = max rots
0= 5
19
Substrate ev"dedness
embedded =0• base structure =max
NA*
0-4
0-4
3
Presmm of stream bevertebrates (see page 4)
ke evidence —` 1-mmmntiunerousmm =wax pRift
0— 4
0-5
0-5
U'1
Ptace of ampbld►faies
—
m evidence -- 0 numemus = max rats
0-4
0-4
0 — 4
�1
d�
22
Presence oil►
(no evidence = 0 serous s =max is
0— 4
0— 4
0— 4
O
23
Evidmae of wlldwe use
m evidence = 0• abuadaut evxlcnce = max rats
0-6
0-5
0-5
O�
To1slPobrts Possible
100
100
100
TOTAL SCONE (also enter on first page)
41
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USACE AID#
DWQ # Site #-T(-.+ (indicate on attached map)
M STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment: Mnpplicant's name: , `" 2. Evaluator's name:.-/'i� 1 o YiEVV AM h
3. Date of evaluation: 229] 4. Time of evaluation:i or), ► 0 0
t1)5. Name of stream: UT W I JC 0 &A—VI Ck 6. River basin:---garUgar
7. Approximate drainage area: 3 Q GAS 0.O S —Mi a Stream �_.-.... W 0 O V% US G S laaoj St l� ici
9. Length of reachti
evaluated: "V1150 �`� 10. County:__-_- LAC.,
11. Site coordinates (if known): prefer in decimal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any): NA
Latitude (= 34.VM12): '%-- VM3 ' N Longitude (=L —77.556611):_ -19- 1 %96 tea ' LJ
Method location determined (circle). GPS � Ortho (Aerial) Photo/GIS Other GIS Other
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note nearby roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
14. Proposed channel work (if army): Nom s � Pm c ryckl 1•o U') _
----
15. Recent weather
16. Site conditions at time of vi
17. Idesitify any special waterway classifications known: _SeDU0410 Tidgd Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters Nutrient Sensitive Watery✓Water Supply Watershed ffq(I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES NO If yes, estimate the water surface area ti
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? YES N 20. hoes channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: -JD-"/o Residential _% Commercial "/o Industrial % Agricultural
nn %% Forested 10 --/-Cleared / Logged "/o Other ( 1
22. Bankfull width: " 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): Q , S l "
24. Channel slope down center of stream Flat (0 to 2%) `V Gentle (2 to 4%) Moderate (4 to 10%) __ __Steep (>10'/0)
25. Channel sinuosity: Straight Occasional bends :ZFrequent meander Very sinuous Braided charnel
Imtraetions for completiion of worksheet (focated on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecorepon. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest), the stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream leach roust range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality. /,,
Total Score (from reverse): Ul Comments:
Evaluator's Signature c0"%-. '� .�►�. �-, TDY jam'! &TI f'�, K Date U il D-1This challmel evskmdon form is intended le be need only as a guide +toasssist landowners and environmental professionals In
gathering the'data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
qual"Y Tie total score n mking from the eampletion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular mitigation ratio or re"iremmt Form subject to change - version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26.

STREAM OUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
2
�
ECOREGION POxNi'
RANGE
SCO
Coastal
-
0-5
0-6
Piedmattt
Mouuta
Pteswee of now t persistea4 posit in stream
no tdow 0r satmtL n = 0 Plow =max itxts
0-4
0-5
2
.�
Lvidsynoe of post hssmm�tn aiteratiion
(R -sive 8—b"Am = 0- no altecsfion = max ims
0-5
0-5
3
3
sone
buffer= 0 btd%r = max Raints
0-6
0 — 5
0 —4
0-4
0-5
3
4
g
6
Evidsntce of Whignt or clerical Awdunts
extensive et ; © noes = max int)
Gra"dwater dbd my
:mn Ppim0-3
(noPresentee of tt jacast floodplain
8 = 0• ext usive = tnax rots
0-4
0 —4
3
0-4
0-4
0-4
0-2
7
g
EntawmAra ®t ! flsodpbdo &emu
ealx+en�oheci = 0. fre t =max iitts
Pftuuft.of adjaoeat wetlabds
Lao 14 =0 ad' wetlsnds = mssx rots
0— 5
0 — 6
0 — 4
0 _ 2
0 — 4
0 _ 2
_f
9
Cbsa d y
extellm 2hmrmelirati0n= 01ndmW meander =max rots
0-5
0-4
4 0-3
10
Sedhwat iimput
� = 0 little or no int =
0-5
0-4
0-4
i t
max
She & divers#y of dumd bedhstrate
us:m 0' diverse sizes = tttax irtts
Evldestee of dmmd i�sion or Widening" inci$ed = 0• stable bed &
banks = max lata0-4
P otms�jsr bask fiSa '
severe mon - 0• m erosi stable battles= max lits
Root dstt and 4ensky an banks
no visNa roots = 0• dense roots thwuRbout = msec into
by aWialtam, livests, or timberpradn
s tml �no evidence = max lata
no Pr+esence of rioe�pooNripple-pool eomplexes
or is = 0• well�ficvelo = max ims
or n0 habitat t 0 boaltyatiodhabitats =max .rods
NAIL
0-5"
0-5
0-3
0-5
0 3
0-6
0-4
0 — 5
0-5
2
d
1,2
3
M4
' 5
16
0-5
0-5'
0-4
0-4
0-5
0-5
0-5
0-6
J
l7zity
0-6
0 -6
4
$
Ca"PY covr a aver tteembed
no on=0. ouse _
0-•5
0-5
0-5
9
Sobsteate ennbeddednets
embedded = 0• loose shaetmv = max
Presence of stream blvertebrates (see page 4)
NA*
0-4
0-4
evtde m— 0' dimerous s= max
0— 4
0-5
0-5
21
Presence, of ampl�iaQs
no evidptcc =0; nwtlenous types =aims
0 — 4
0-4
0-4
1
2
Q 22 Presence oftsah
evidence = 0• ntnnwous = max0 — 4 0-4 0-4
Evldeme of wilier use
mo evWmce = 0- abundant evidence =max itrts 0-6 0-5 0-5
O
3
Totem Paints Possible 100 100 100
= ' " TOTAL WORE (tilso enW 011 first page)
* T! hi ese Chw' w -'A [7sbu are not assessed m ;;;—mWA�mams.
(Q (P
2

USACE AID# DWQ # Site #2— (indicate on attached map)
STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
Provide the following informa&n for the stream reach en
under assessmt:
1. Applicants name: a L Evaluator's name: lxf oyy, EV1V (yb hVVI-A�
3. Date of evahuation:�A\{ 20- , 00 T
J( 1- 4. Time of evaluation:_
S. Name of stream: � #V W 1 Id( at &(W C% 6. River basin: u Qr
7. Approximate drainage area:ar y `c:t° +, t�i1 +r» i �� $. alreatn z_... N Ot t) VS %s A 40. •� h,u.,t t]
9 Length of reach evaluated:_11,V1,50 fr 10. County:_ LAR...
11. Site coordinates (if known): prefer in decimal degrees, 12, Subdivision name (if
any):_ NA
Ltitude(ac348T12 ' S .�2tv1 Iry Ingitnde (oc1.SS6611): -14I - b
i l -W
Method loesuca determined (arae)- GPSQl�p,o, Ortho (Aerist) Photo/GIS Other GIS Other
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note nearby roads and landmarks and attach map identifying streams) location):
14. Proposed eharmel work (if any):_ N a ( i D Irt,Se,1� V A�1�o h
, - I--
15. Recent weather
16. Site conditions at time
17. Identify any special waterway classifications known: _Sectipn 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters — Nutrient Sensitive Wates water supply Watershed ff (I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES NO Myes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? YES NO 20. noes channel appear on USDA Sail Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: A —O% Residential % Commercial % Industrial % Agricultural
` %% Forested LO --/.Cleared / Logged _"/o Other ( )
22. Bankfull width: ! fT height (from bed to top of bank): 0' b
24. Channel slope down center of stream: Flat (0 to 2%)
25. Channel sinuosity; Straight � Occasional bends
Gentle (2 to 4%) Moderate (4 to 10%) _--.Steep (>10%)
Frequent meander Very sinuous Braided channel
128116960112 for completion of weAdieet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, Urz=, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of )low to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest). )he stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stresnti reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest maty.
Total Score (ftem reverse): � ® Comments:
Evataatoes Signatore� t.�h «Z", y�qT V�. oy W–I I i V"t'Rf u Date �11 i 10
This ahamel evab den, form irr intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental preflesslenals in
gathering the data requited by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total score resalting *om the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
pardcubrr mhlgatna ratio or requirement Foran subject to change – version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876.8441 x 26.

STREAM OUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
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GHARACPERIS'1TCS
ECOREGION POINT
RANGE
SAY
Coastal
fled moett
U000016
Presence of liow f persistent fools its stream
or souatiflaw
na flow on = max rots
- 0
0-5
0-4
0-5
l
Evidence of past human alteration
extensive alteration = 0• no alteration - maxpoints)
0-6
0-S
0-5
O�
3Ripadan
sone0;-6
>m buffer = 0• canti wide buffer = Wane prots
0-4
0-5
3
4
Evidence of 1mbient or chemical diad wx"
extensive = 0• no disd4mues = max
0-5
0-4
0-4
r i
5
Croemdwater diseba rge
etc. = max
0-3,
0-4
0-4
6
Price ofadjaeent floodphiin
i
ti = 0 extensive = max points)
0-4
0-4
0-2
�
7
E rste+ t!�seem
enfxenched= 0 t =max rots
0-5
0-4
-
0 2
g
Presence of adjacent wsthbds
(no 2"Okk = 0 ad' winds =max rots
0- 6
0- 4
Q- 2
extensive g iibution = 0 natmW meander = maxrots
d—s
o—a
0-3
2
10
Sediment fopnt
exdesrsive = 0- htW or no sediment = max
0-5
0-4
0-4
11
Sine & diversity of dumd bed mbstraft
50100,
ns = 0 divase sizes = max rots
Evidence of tdtaenel moa or widening
NA*
0-4
0 -
n
o�
12
*inciadd
= % stable bed & banks = maxrots
0-5
0-4
0-5
"+
13
Presence of major bank fifflnres '
severe ems= 0- no ernsi stable beaks - max ins
0-5
0-5
0-5,
14
Moet depok and density on banks
0-3
no visible roots = 0 dense rants throuWmit -max inns
0-4
0-5
3
5
Impact by azrialfase" livestock, or th"er Pin
'
sabs4aatiai � no evidence = max inns
0-5
0 - 4
0-5
03
Pr+esaotce Of W11"eeil ' 1
1„ r
16
rr#ileshi or is = 0• well-developedwe-dcomplexes
complexi
0-3,
0-5
0-6
19_
ftle or no habitat=H•ab�
ybitats =marx iuPJ
0-6
0-6
0-6
111
Canopy covOW over stmambed
On 4@ft vemation.= 0• coutiunons "nopy = max ROPW
0-5
0-5
O_5
1.0
$abatrate esosbeddedness
-0• loose =max
NA*
0-4
0- 4
2
0
Presence of sh"m invertebrates (see page 4)
tj
evidence = 0• mnm numerous = mau
0-4
0-5
0-5
7
21
Presence, of amphibians
0-4
0-4
no evidence = aonmarp awacrons = MM rots
0'
0- 4
D
wQl
Presence oammntm
evid�ee = 0 erns = mgx t$
0 - 4
0-4
0-4
23
Evidence of wildwe use
no evidmtce = 0: db-u-u&at evidence = neat fats
0-6
0-5
0-5
TOW Po6tta Possible
100
100
140
TOTAL SCORE (also' ester (m first page)
� 0
. IM— -- --- --- -
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USACE AID# DWQ # Site # (indicate on attached map)
STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment. Mark, 1. Applics/'N 1 at's name: W n,,, 2. Evaluator's name: O rk,
0c
& Date of evaluation: Mom 2 1 4. Time of evaluation: O
S. Nam of stream: IAT to Wilt�ce aayl 6. River basin: Par
7..A,pp udmate drainage area- S Q CM- b, 01 W1ti �'� 8. �ueam
9 Length of reach evaluated: Y�� 10. County: !� �
11. Site coordinates (if ]mown)): prof,, in docci lural dogmas. 12. Subdivision name (if any): r� pNA + i
Latitude (ea. 34.WM12): 3. j y Longitude (= 77.556611). { I 1104 1 W
Mothod location dow u fined (circle)r GPS Ortho (Aerial) PhotdGIS Older GIS ()they
I& Location of reach under evaluation (note nearby roads and landmarks and attach map identifying streams) location):
14. Proposed channel work (if any): N 0r "DVLCA_V'VCkjjOh -
15. Recent weather conditions:1 � "y
16. Site conditions at time of visit: d . Ina+ . Ct jv%"-% h
17. Idea* any special waterway classifications lmown: ,Section 10 Tidal Waters Bssential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource Waters, Nutrient Sensitive WateWater Supply Watershed (I -Iii
J
18. Is there a porgy or lake located tupstream of due evaluation point? YES NO If yes, estimate the water surface area:_-- I a qne..
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? yES 20. i)oes channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: k% Residential % Commercial T/o industrial % Agricultural
% o Forested LO -1/6 Cleared /Logged ___2/.Other( )
27- Bankf dl width: 2 k Bank height (from bed to top of bank): U . S t
24. Channel slope down cmter of j Flat (0 to 2%) Gentle (2 to 4%} Moderate (4 to 10%) _Steep (>IO`/o)
23. Channel sinuosity: ,._ Straight J Occasional bends Brequent meander Very sinuous Braided channel
InstnIefis s for completion of werlcsheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecoregion based on
location, terrain, vegtation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics identified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
charactetistic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment sectirm. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest) hoe stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach The total score assigned to a stseattf reach upset range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.
Total Score (from reverse): 2- Comments -
Evaluator's
Sigassture �. �'!t� �oY U'1 It
4f CK Date 4 l I q/ o 7
This dwmd evaluation form is intended to be urea only as a gnide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the +lata required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a prefinduM assessment of stream
qvwft- The total score reg Som the completion of this term is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
Particular mitigation ratio or requirement: Form subject to change - version 06/03. To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26.

STREAM OUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
as UVF, ambo mu Rl Cua3 81 suc mS.
CHAUC ERIMCS
ECOREGION POM
RANGE
Coastd
Piiedmont
Motmtain
x ,
Pr+eaeee of flow! persbtest peak in stream
Am or saturation = 0 flow = max Ws
0-5
0-4
0-5
3
Evidence of past boom dtendb a
6
exLmnsiveatteration=0•noalteration =max
0_
0- 5
0- s
2
Ztiparmn zona
buffer = 0 Conti wide buffer = m= into
0- 6
0- 4
0- S
4
Evidoaee of imbieot or tbemi�ed dbdWwdes
0- S
0- 4
0-
i
extensive = 0 no es = max
4
ra
5
Gromdwater diisdmV
–
nodi – o sEim mem, wokaCut, etc' nux points)
0-3
0-4
0-4
�+
6
Presence of adjacent Goodplab
nu #t lana =a• wdmsive =max rots
–4
0 –4
0-2
2
T
voodp0
� lom e
- max rots
0-5
0-4
0-2
Q
$Presesm
o n jaeowds
msxrots
0-6
0-4
0-2
2
9
drafted
ve C natural meander = a nameander =max iats
0-5
0 – 4
0-3
IO
0-5
0-4
0-4
Z
Stiapast
exbeasive - 0• Hale or no sedmmt = mxlnft
11
Sim do diverWy of d woad bed �
us = 0 diverse = iats
NA s
0-4
0 - 521
sizes max
��
12
Evidence ofa amd kdswnor widonmg
incised = 0• stable bed dt banks =. maxrots
0-5
0-4
0-5
0
l i
13,
Presence of =�jor beak faifarer '
sevme erosaon -- 0• no amps,stable banks = max rots
0 - S
0 - 5
a - S'
14
Root depth and density on banks
0-3
2
no vis�bte roots = 0• dense roots ut = Box go�mgs
0-4
0-5
r,15
�p bYsZflevftM liveshwk or limber prodoc&n
substantial nupm no evidewc =max isats
0-5
0 – 4
0-5
16
Presenae of tusapeollripple-pool complex"
� or is =ti well-deveto =max
0_ 3
a- s
o- 6
17
Habitat ceispiezily
or no babitat 0' varied babitats = max rots
0-6
0-6
0-6
2
18(no
Catropy eovesW over atmmbed
dading y on = a• coatkmww = max rots
0-5
0 – 5
0—' 5
19
Substrate embeddedness
embedded = 0• Wm Ampture = max
NA*
0-4
0-4
20
Presence of stm= Invertebrates (see page 4)
evidence = n-woas =meat
0 - 4
0-5
0 - S
21
Pressaee ofx0phibius
no evidence = a comm�o nu ro= = max rots
0 --4
0 -4
0 -- 4
1
D
�:2
Pnese
ons=
no evidence - 0 , n tvm =Potts)0-
4
0- 4
0- 4
O
23.1Evidence
ofwSdkfeuse
^
no a ditEe = 0• �t evidence = vmx rots
0-6
0 - S
0-5
c
Total Pofatts Possible
100
104
Ilio
>. .
TOTAL SCORE Ston mac )
2
as UVF, ambo mu Rl Cua3 81 suc mS.

USACE AID# DWQ # ^ 4site # TE (indicate on attached map)
STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSIMET
Provide the toibwing information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Gyi 2. Evaluator's name:_ /"i io ne ! GjV 1 Y i► "nl.-L.
3. Date of evaluation: -MOM 2W-1 4. Time of evaluation: O
S. Nance of stream: UT 7jb 6. River basin: COX P &r
7. Approximate drainage area: L suvam--_.__._Not phys65 !gyAJ
9. Length of reach evaluated: ti l 5 b 10. County:_
Il. Site coordinates (if Down): prefer indecimaldegrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any):-_ NA
Latitude( 34.872312):-.1 v Longitude(es 77.556611): 19, 1 0615 W
Method hmatim determined (c dq): GPs lZjOrtho (Aerial) PhoWGIS Other GIs Other
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note nearby roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
TF swvyw-n
14. Proposed cbanmel work (if any):
15. Recent weather conditions._ Qwu 1thC
16. Site conditions at time of visit: clvd . Y1n'f' iUnvY --4
17. Identify any special waterway classifications known: —Section 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters Outstanding Resource waters , Nutrient Sensitive Wates Water Supply Watershed f(I-Ii)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES Q If yes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? YES 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: _1 V % Residential % Commercial %Industrial % Agricultural
%% Forested 10—Y- Cleared / Logged % Other ( )
22. Bankfull width: I
f 23. Bank height (&oust bed to top of baulk): O
24. Channel sl down center v o
slope of stream /,_,Flat (0 to 2°!0) Gentle (2 to 4 /o) —Moderate (4 to 10%) _Steep (>10%)
25. Charnel sinuosity: Straight J Occasional bends Frequent meander very sinuous Braided channel
Instructions for completion of worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by determining the most appropriate ecorepon based on
location, terrain, vegetation, stream classification, etc. Every characteristic must be scored using the same ecoregion. Assign points
to each characteristic within the range shown for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics identified m the worksheet Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. If a
characteristic cannot be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment section. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest), do stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate form used to evaluate each
reach The total score assigned to a sheam reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.
Total Store (from reverse): --:.G.®' .. Comments:
Evaluator's Sigaratere �'°" - ►�*'t K" �Ol� will ji#cn Date u/14 t of
This channel evalmrtion form is oaended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
tl 6criog the Asta required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total more resulting from the completion of this fsrm is stabject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular ratio orregeriremeat: Form sub
to change _ version 06/03. To Comment, please can 919-87645441 x 26.

STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
CHARACTERISTICS
ECOREGION POINT
RANGE
Coastal
Piedmont
Mouantain
F'
,
of flog r persistent pools is stream
no flow yr satutalit = 0 flow =max nits
0-5
0-4
0-5
'
2
Evideuee of pest boons alteration
Lcoaft alteration=0• no alterstian =max
p_ 6
0- 5
0- 5
Z
Ripartim zone
nD buffer= 0' eortti wide buffer = max
0-6
0-4
0-5
A
of ameitrfwrt �emical
0-5
0-4
0-4
3
5
Gdsvater diarpe
im e = 0 etc. = max into
0- 3
0-4
0-4
«+
Preseace ofadjocent fleodpldn
-A=0•extensive
o—a
o-4
0-2
3
7
fhtrancbmsnt r floodp� #cocas
Q`
eJ*ft ehed = 0' fie fl = max rots
0-5
0-4
0-2
2
8
P108Cruee of adjacent wetlaltds
no wetlands = 0 ad" weds= max
0- 6
0- 4
0- 2
C6anad dauselty
esten9ive chmmlization = 0• n = max rods
0-5
0 - 4
0-3
10
Sediment input
TV
(aftspive= o- ntac or w t=max
0- 5
0- 4
0- 4
1 ]
she & diversity of dnund bed substrate
us =(1mv, diverse sizes = max R2jLAj8
NA*44
0-4
0-5
2
12
Rvideace of chancel ikon or wideabrg
i ea =a gft bed& bay =rte ;�
0-51
0-4
0-5
3
13-
Presemoe of major back finers
i�
sevm+e ca=0,np stable banks =max into
0-5
0-5
0-5'
r
14
Root &pdt and dealt an boults
(no visibleroots = 0• dense mots thro ut = max hots
0-3
0-4
0-5
2
Inanpact by macer livestock, or timber production
' =0: no evidence = max imus
0-5
0 - 4
0-5
16
Presence of rimae powripple pool complexes
(90 leg or 00018 = 0• well-denloved = max 22ift
0 �1
0-5
0-6
17
or rto habit -Qabivatred Nabi =max into
0-6
0-6
0 -6
$
Canopy coveee over streambed
(UDv tion = 0• contbruaus =max s
0- 5
0- 5
p g 5
3
�p
l3abatrs�te embeddedumss
embedded. = 0• loose xmwtur+e =max
NAr
0-4
0-4
2
Presence of stream invertebrates (see page 4)
(no evidence = 0 uatnerous = max
0-4
Q - 5
0-5
l
Presence of amp"Wims
evidwrnce =iau =max nate
0-4
0 - 4
0-4
22
Presence Of fish
g�--
y,ntts tAm = max into
0-4
0-4
0-4
(�
Evidence of valfe an
ren evidence = 0• abundant evidence = max into
0 -b
0-5
0 - 5
TotadPointa Possible
100
100
100
-
L TOTAL SCORE (also mta On first page)

APPENDIX C
NCDWQ STREAM DATA FORMS
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program Appendices
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream identification Form; Version 3.1
Date: M0 2007 Project: UUi id [alt Ura"%f�1 Latitude: ! ,32�.P®' N
Evaluator. AXt oVYt en4m . Site: - M Longitude: -jj , jq j 3 * W
Total Points:other MUrdn i S oOrt0wh .
SIMM is at feast IrrtemUtGerht 32 County: Lee. e.g. Quad Name:
i/219 or Mal Jf 230 +
A. Geomorphology Subtotal = �.
Absent
Weak
Moderate
Strong
1a. Continuous bed and bank
0
1
2
3
2. Sinuosity
0
1
2
0
3. In -channel structure: ' I sequence
0
1
2
3
4. Soil texture or stream substrate sorting
0
1
2
3
5. Acdve/reli floodplain
0
1
Yes
3
6. Depositional bars or beaches
0
1
2
3
7. Braided channel
w1
FAC r'0.6 5
2
3
8. Recent alluvial deposits
0
1M
3
9' Natural levees
0
1
2
3
10. Headcuis
0
2
3
11. Grade controls
0
0.5
1
U5
12. Natural valley or drainageway
0
0.5
1
1.
13. Second or greater order channel on existiog
USES or NRCS map or other documented
evidence.
Yes = 3
Man-made ditches are am tated; see discussions in moil
�► Y
R Hwdminnv fAl ihtnfal = -1 . _7 1
14. Gmundwater tklwidische
0
1
1 0
3
15. Water in channel and > 48 hm since rain, or
Water in channel - dry or arowim season
0
1
2
3
16. Leatlitter
1.5
23. Bivalves
0.5
0
17. Sediment on plants or debris
0
0.5
1
1.5
18. Organic debris lines or piles (Wrack lines)
0
0.5
CU 1
1.5
19. Hydric solle redoximorphic features) present?
0.5
No = 0
Yes
1.5
C_ Rinlnov ISuhfntal = & . by 1
21P. FibQ roots In channel
3
1 0
210. Rooted plants in channel
3
2
1 0
22. Crayfth
0
0.5
1 1.5
23. Bivalves
0
1
2 3
24. Fib
0.5
1 1.5
25. Amph
5
1 1.5
26. MaarobeMhos (note dhrerslty and abundance).
0.5
1 1.5
27. Filamentous aa; pedphyton
0
1 1.5
28. Iron oxidizing bacteriaJfu ue.
0
1 1.5
29 . Wedand plants in streambed
FAC r'0.6 5
FACW = 0.75; OBL = 1.5
SAV = 2.0; Other = 0
Ifehm 20 and 21 focus on the presence of upland plants, Item 29 focuses on we presence of squabc or weuana prams.
Sketch:
Notes: (use back gide of this form for additional notes.)

North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream Identification Form; Version 3.1
Date: (I nMl P": -t-w�i 14 rat -BrahcF, Lam: � - 3211 d N
Evaluator. AXt om E Vivi i . Sae: p S'�Y�C-a1YYl Longitude: -71 .1014-W
Total PolMs: Other ntlurt h
s�a+a�a►s ergarhtemd w Zc , Dot y: L2¢, i s oYti'own .
Af a 1a a NZ 30 ..� e g Quad New.
A. GleonmrpholoqV (subt" =_j fe. O
Aboint
Weak
Moderate Sbvm
15. Water in dwAWW mind:o 48 Ins shm rein, or
Water in dnannsi - d or season
1a. Continuous bed and bank
0
1
2
M-
2.
0
1
0
3
3. In4annei structure: tulle -pool sequence
0
0
2
3
4. SOI twftm or stream substrate
0
1
1 1.5
3
S.
0
1
27• Flarnert m
3
6. bars or benches
0
26. iron ondd badedeft
29 . VYMMM plants in streernbed --+FAC
2
3
7. 8rmided diannel
2
3
S. Recent alluvial0
1
2
3
90 Natural levees
0
1
2
3
10. Headmrds
0
2
3
11. Graft owdrois
0
1
1
12. Naltnal vafty or drakogw&w0
13. Second or greater order ctmvw on existino
USGS or NRCS neap or outer dommm ted
ovkhmm.
-- 0 ,,'
,
Yes = a
,..� a+cww ao ooi Sawa; sa .fitt Yfom m sal
B. HvdmImv (Suhtnw =
14. C,rourmkvdw
0 I,
2
3
15. Water in dwAWW mind:o 48 Ins shm rein, or
Water in dnannsi - d or season
0 1
2
3
16. Lames
1.5 1
0.5
0
17. Sediment an or debris
0
1
1.5
16. debris les or Ines
0
1
1.5
19. Hydric sols redaaimarphia features pmgrtt?
No = 0
Yes 1.
1 1.5
C. Bk11oav (Subtotal= (%,s 1
• Ferrous roots in channel
3
2
1 0
21 . Rooted plante in channel
3
1 0
21
0
p.
1 01.5
2• Bivalves
O
1
2 3
24. Fish
0
0.5
1 1.5
2rL Anvhtftm
0.5
1 1.5
�. MacooberMltos ( and atr�ndanoe
0
0.5
1 1.5
27• Flarnert m
0.5
1.5
26. iron ondd badedeft
29 . VYMMM plants in streernbed --+FAC
A0.5
0.5
FACW = 0.75; 08L =1.5
1 1;5
SAV = 2.0; Odie► = 0
Amms w saa a. mm game pmem orapum plant, lomat 29 foaues on 64 pmmna of agwWc or wetland plant.
Notes: (we back side of fids fans for additional nates.) Sketch:

North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream Identification Form; Version 3.1
Dab: MON 2001 Project- w; Id ct Trahch : , ,�2' N
Evetuetor. AXj pm G�vjko - ala: . St S-t•1rt.�t v -v1 t ongituds: -11 . i �'W
TOW Polnts: Other Mvv(.6 j S a v-frOwh .
senor to of least lnhmeNlent "_; I county: Le -C, e.g. Quad Nanro:
rralDor era 30
A. Geomorphology (subtotai = 2 .O
'Mt made tiildtes
Absent
weak
Moderate Sbw
3
V. CoMimmus bed and bank
0
ito
2
3
2. Sinupeft
0
1
2
0
1.5
3. lodes eel structure: rpejool sequence
0
1
1 W
3
4. Sol torture or streent subshata
0
110
L Yea f
3
5. AdvMWc
0
f
2
CJ3
6. bets or benches
0
1
1
3
7. Braided don"
0
1
1
3
S. Recent aNtPM dq=fts b,
0
0.5
2
3
9 a Nek" kwees
0
1
2
3
10. Headcuts
1
2
3
11. Coreds controls
0
0.5
1
12. Ndural yefty or 416iognmy
0
0.5
1
.5
13. Second or (pester order channel an ggkft
UWS or NRCS map or odw documented
evldertee.
' j
Noe
Yes = 3
we cot used; so dixwsions in mmaal +'
R MWIMIr.
14. C,roundwafer
0
1
2
3
15. VYeter in charnel and a 48 sus since rain. or
Wdw In dwW - dry or &waft esewn
w
0
1
2
3
16. Leenllitfer
17. Sediment on pkwft or debris
1.5
0
1
0.5
0.5
1
0
1.5
18. Orwft debris Ines or Nnes
0 1
0.5
1 W
1.5
19. Hydric saft redmdmog Nc restates present?
No = 0
0.5
L Yea f
1.5
. FNtr n roots in channei
3
2
1
0
21'. Roofed pWft in dmwW
3
2
1
22. Crayfth
to -)0.5
1
1 ° 1.5
23. Bh eNea
1
2
3
24. Fish
0.5
1.5
26
0.5
1
1.5
26. Maaobenthos (note dkvn ttq and aki=knoe
0
0.5
1
1.6
27. FNemwdwA slqw,
0
0.5
1
1.5
28. Iron oxiftno bacterhAing
An.
0
0.5
1
•.1.5
296. VftMnd plurft in streembed
FAC = 0* FACW = 0.75: 08L. =
,1.5 SAV = 2.0; Other = 0
iteroe 20 sea 21 ince on the ptesenot of %*Md puna, Item"ftowim on the presence or aquwc or w tumor puny.
Notes: (use back side of Oft Own far additional notes.}:

North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream Identification Foran; Version 3.1
Dab: fY1a ZO�i wi 1d cat �traY►�h 3� .32 2' IV
Onkaftr Axl am -7'1 W
Total Parols: oe w rnvrcAn i S * V-eO wh .
sbwn><orekmInl rrrr11 125d CM". Lea, a grans:
r:18or X: oro
A. Geomorphology StiDtoeal a LP•
Abeaet
Weak
Moderate StMM-
3
Is. COOMM bed and bank
0
1
2
3
2. Skpj=ft
0
1
2
3
3. In4harmel sbUCkn '
0
1
2
3
4. Soil bOct n or scream subdMIs swft
0
1
2
3
5. AOtivshk
0
1
2
3.
6. bas or bwwhes
0
2e. iron bsp§M* -nom
2
3
T. &aided drannel
0
1
2
3
8. Rewt a kwW dqmft
0
1
2
3
90 NOW levees
0
2
3
10. Hsadares
1-2
3
11. Grade conbols
0
0.5
1
15
12. NahwM veft or drakugsway
0
0.5i
T•5
13. Ssooad or Wes tw order duumd on
IMGS or NRCS map or ocher documentedN�
evi kwM.
,{
Yes = 3
-Ma made 111 1 we act rated; on ANCOMi0os is raMW 0
n �
14. GMWWW tw Spo
3
1
2
3
15. Wd w in cha w and y 48 hm since rain, grl�1
Wdw in dwnW - a season
00
1
2
3
18. Lea1N'8Sr
1.5
1 j
0.5
0
17. Sedhnwd on plwft or debit
0
0.5
1
1.5
18. On3anic debris eines or pOss (Wrack Ones)
0
O.JS
1 I
In 1.5
18. softs mdordmorphic teskm presets?
0.5
No = 0
Yes NO.5
t`. ii Anrer = 9 -14
. Fibrous roofs in Channel
3
2
1 0
21 . Rooted pWft in charnel
3
1 0
22. CMykh
CO -).5
1 ° 1.5
23. Bivalm
0
1
2 3
24. Fteh
0.5
1 1.5
25. Amphftm
0.5
1 1.5
26. Maorobenthos noes dW*mNy and a*x damle •
0.5
1 1.5
27. Fiiamwftw ; pwWIon
0.5
1 1.5
2e. iron bsp§M* -nom
0.5
1 1..5
29 . Weband pleft in
I FAC a 0.5; FACW seb.ft
09L 1.5 SAV = 2.0; OWW = 0
- Neoot 20 too 21 foal oa tdo pmewd ofapkndpin% hem 29 f*mm on th pmem ofagwde oraoaaoa pleas.
Notes: (was back side of Oft form for ndditiwW aches.) Sketch:

North Carolina Division of Water Quality - Stream Identification Form; Version 3.1
A. Geomorphology Subtotal
1'. Ca ttirutous bad and bank
Ab!ent
0
Week
1
Modem
2
Stram
3
2• Mmmft
0
1
2
1
1
3
3. k channel sbutburs• ' segue=
0
1
2
18. debris Naas or p&m (Wrack tines)
3
4. Sdi texkue or dream substrate saftV
0
1
w
S
3
S. AdWshok foodplain
COV
1
2
27. Fkmentmn
3
6. bans or bendtes
0
1
2
()'5
3
T. Braked channel
FAC = 0.5; FACW =
t
2
3
8. PAXWd CAUVIal deposits
0
1
2
3
9' Nab" Isvaes
2
3
10. Hw*ub
0
2
3
11. tirade conftb
0
1.5
12. Nd wal yefty or drakumeway
0
0.5
1.5
13. Seoortd or greeter order d on
USGS or NRCS map or other documented
evkbnos.
:'
No (@
Yea= 3
moo wRow ase noc t:<eo� eee m AlIgW1
9. Mvdneloev Mt*imml = l 0. x y
14. Groundwater Aosr! y
0
1
2 3
15. Wdsr In dmmW and > 48 hrs sktoe rain. a„g
Water In dwsmW - or seam
0
1
2 3
16. Lealli�t
1.5
1
0
17. SK*nwd on pkft or debris
0
0 5
1.5
18. debris Naas or p&m (Wrack tines)
0
0.
1 1.5
19. Hydft soils
No = O
S
Yes 1.5
C. FJIOkW (SubtM 1
MF Fibrous mats in dra mW
3
1 0
219. Rooted pkm in dmmal
3
1 0
22•
0
0.5
1 91.6
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0
1
2 3
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0.5
1 1.5
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0
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1 1.5
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0
1 1.5
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0
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A765 OOL =1.5
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0
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1
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1 0
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3 2
1
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0.5
1 ° 1.5
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1
2 3
24. Fish
0.5
1 1.5
25. Amoftbm
1 0.5
1 1.5
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0.5
1 1.5
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0 .5
1 1.:5
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APPENDIX D
USAGE APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORMS
Wildcat Branch Ecosystem Enhancement Program Appendices
Jurisdictional Area Delineation
Lee County, North Carolina

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section N of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook.
SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD):
B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Streams A/G/H - Wildcat Branch - Sheets 1-3
State: NC County/parish/borough: Lee County City: Lemon Springs
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 35.3250° N, Long. 79.1904° W.
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: Wildcat Branch
Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Little River
Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 03030004070020
Z Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.
Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc...) are associated with this action and are recorded on a
different JD form.
D. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
Field Determination. Date(s): 8/9/2007
SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are no "navigable waters of the U.S." within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the
review area. [Required]
0 Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce.
Explain:
B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are "waters of the U.S." within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required]
Waters of the U.S.
a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): r
TNWs, including territorial seas
Wetlands adjacent to TNWs
Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
El Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
C] Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
0 Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
hnpoundments of jurisdictional waters
El Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands
b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area:
Non -wetland waters: 5733 linear feet: 2 width (ft) and/or acres.
Wetlands: 26.6 acres.
c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual
Elevation of established OHWM (if known):
Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3
Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.
Explain:
'Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below -
2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least "seasonally"
(e.g., typically 3 months).
s Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F.

SECTION HI: CWA ANALYSIS
TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete
Section HI.A.1 and Section I LDA. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2
and Section HI.D.1.; otherwise, see Section I LB below.
L TNW
Identify TNW:
Summarize rationale supporting determination:
Wetland adjacent to TNW
Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is "adjacent":
CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY):
This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps
determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under RapaRos have been met.
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non -navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are "relatively permanent
waters" (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3
months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round
(perennial) flow, skip to Section IH.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,
skip to Section IH.D.4.
A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and
EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a
relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even
though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.
If the waterbody° is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the
waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must
consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for
analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is
the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section HI.B.l for
the tributary, Section HI.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section M.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite
and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section IH.0 below.
1. Characteristics of non-TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) General Area Conditions:
Watershed size: 0.4 square miles
Drainage area: 0.4 square miles
Average annual rainfall: 48 inches
Average annual snowfall: 0 inches
(ii) Physical Characteristics:
(a) Relationship with TNW:
❑ Tributary flows directly into TNW.
® Tributary flows through 2 tributaries before entering TNW.
Project waters are 10-15 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1 (or less) river miles from RPW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1(or less) aerial (straight) miles from RPW.
Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:
Identify flow route to TNW-: flows into Beaver Creek, then Crane Crek, and into Little River.
Tributary stream order, if known: 2nd order.
° Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the and
West.
'Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW.

(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply):
Tributary is: ® Natural
❑ Artificial (man-made). Explain:
❑ Manipulated (man -altered). Explain:
Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):
Average width: 3 feet
Average depth: 1.5 feet
Average side slopes: 31 .
Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):
® Silts ® Sands ❑ Concrete
❑ Cobbles ❑ Gravel ❑ Muck
❑ Bedrock ❑ Vegetation. Type/% cover:
❑ Other. Explain:
Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: Moderately stable.
Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Weak.
Tributary geometry: Meandering
Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): 0-2 %
(c) Flow:
Tributary provides for: Seasonal flow
Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: 6-10
Describe flow regime: Perennial.
Other information on duration and volume:
Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: No. Explain findings:
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
Tributary has (check all that apply):
® Bed and banks
® OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):
® clear, natural line impressed on the bank
❑ changes in the character of soil
❑
❑ shelving
❑ vegetation matted down, bent, or absent
❑
❑ leaf litter disturbed or washed away
❑
❑ sediment deposition
❑
® water staining
❑
❑ other (list):
ElDiscontinuous OHWM.' Explain:
the presence of litter and debris
destruction of terrestrial vegetation
the presence of wrack line
sediment sorting
scour
multiple observed or predicted flow events
abrupt change in plant community
If factors other than the OHWM were used to determine lateral extent of CWA jurisdiction (check all that apply):
❑ High Tide Line indicated by: ❑ Mean High Water Mark indicated by:
❑ oil or scum line along shore objects ❑ survey to available datum;
❑ fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) ❑ physical markings;
❑ physical markings/characteristics ❑ vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.
❑ tidal gauges
❑ other (list):
(iii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).
Explain: Generally clear.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
°A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where
the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody's flow
regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break.
'Ibid.

(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): Forested.
® Wetland fringe. Characteristics: Swamp/mixed pine hardwood forest.
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) Physical Characteristics:
(a) General Wetland Characteristics:
Properties:
Wetland size: 26.6 acres
Wetland type. Explain: Bottomland mixed pine/hardwood.
Wetland quality. Explain: Good.
Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW:
Flow is: Perennial flow. Explain:
Surface flow is: Discrete and. confined
Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: No. Explain findings:
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
(c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:
® Directly abutting
❑ Not directly abutting
❑ Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:
❑ Ecological connection. Explain:
❑ Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:
(d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW
Project wetlands are 10-15 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Flow is from: Wetland to navigable waters.
Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the 2 -year or less floodplain.
(ii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed
characteristics; etc.). Explain: Brown water, high tannins, clear flow.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
(iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):
® Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain:
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any)
All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: 3
Approximately ( 26.6 ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.

For each wetland, specify the following:
Directly abuts? (Y/Nl Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/NSize (in acres)
System 1- Yes 25.74
System 2 - Yes 0.47
System 3 - Yes 0.34
Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed: nutrient storage, pollutant trapping and
filtration, water quality, habitat enhancement.
SIGNIFICANT NEXUS DETERMINATION
A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed
by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity
of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent
wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW.
Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow
of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent
wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a
tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or
outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus.
Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and
discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example:
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to
TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and
other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that
support downstream foodwebs?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or
biological integrity of the TNW?
Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented
below:
1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain
findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D:
2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into
TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its
adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:
3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain findings of
presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to
Section IIID:
D. DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL
THAT APPLY):
1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area:
C] TNWs: linear feet width (H), Or, acres.
El Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.
RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Z Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that
tributary is perennial: North Carolina Division of Water Quality Stream ID Form score of 32.0 (see attched form).
Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow "seasonally" (e.g., typically three months each year) are
jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows
seasonally:

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
Z Tributary waters: 5733 linear feet 2 width (ft).
El Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
Non-RPWss that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a
TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section M.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):
Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.
Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale
indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is
directly abutting an RPW:
❑ Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow "seasonally." Provide data indicating that tributary is
seasonal in Section III.13 and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly
abutting an RPW:
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent
and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and
with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisdictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters!
As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.
Demonstrate that impoundment was created from "waters of the U.S.," or
Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or
❑ Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).
ISOLATED [INTERSTATE OR INTRA -STATE] WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE,
DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY
SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):`
❑ which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.
from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce.
El which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.
❑ Interstate isolated waters. Explain:
Other factors. Explain:
'See Footnote # 3.
v To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section III.13.6 of the Instructional Guidebook.
10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for
review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
❑ Wetlands: acres.
NON -JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
❑ If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements.
❑ Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.
❑ Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in "SWANCC," the review area would have been regulated based solely on the
"Migratory Bird Rule" (MBR).
Waters do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:
Other: (explain, if not covered above):
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR
factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional
judgment (check all that apply):
[] Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).
❑ Lakes/ponds: acres.
Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
rl Wetlands: acres.
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such
a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):
Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).
Lakes/ponds: acres.
❑ Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
Wetlands: acres.
SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES.
SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked
and requested, appropriately reference sources below):
Z Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:
Z Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.
❑ Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.
Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
Corps navigable waters' study:
U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:
El USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
❑ National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
❑ State/Local wetland inventory map(s):
FEMA/FIRM maps:
100 -year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)
Photographs: ® Aerial (Name & Date):NCDOT Color 1R Tile 106, 1998.
or ❑ Other (Name & Date):
Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
Applicable/supporting case law:
Applicable/supporting scientific literature:
Other information (please specify):
B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD:

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook.
SECTION I• BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD):
DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Stream B - Unnamed Tributary to Wildcat Branch - Sheet 2
State: NC County/parish borough: Lee County City: Lemon Springs
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 35.3277° N, Long. 79.1896° W.
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: Wildcat Branch
Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) Into which the aquatic resource flows: Little River
Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 03030004070020
Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.
Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc...) are associated with this action and are recorded on a
different JD form.
REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
® Field Determination. Date(s): 8/9/2007
SECTION H: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are no "navigahle waters of the U.S." within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the
review area. [Required]
Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
Q Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce.
Explain:
CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are "waters of the US." within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required]
Waters of the U.S.
a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): r
TNWs, including territorial seas
Q Wetlands adjacent to TNWs
Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
0 Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
N Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Fj Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
El Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Impoundments of jurisdictional waters
El Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands
b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area:
Non -wetland waters: 5733 linear feet: 2 width (ft) and/or acres.
Wetlands: 26.7 acres.
:. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual
Elevation of established OHWM (if known):
Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3
Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.
Explain:
t Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below.
2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least "seasonally"
(e.g., typically 3 months).
3 Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F,

SECTION III: CWA ANALYSIS
TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete
Section III.A.1 and Section I LD.1, only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and
and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.
1. TNW
Identify TNW:
Summarize rationale supporting determination:
Wetland adjacent to TNW
Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is "adjacent":
CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY):
This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps
determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Rapanos have been met.
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non -navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are "relatively permanent
waters" (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3
months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round
(perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,
skip to Section III.D.4.
A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and
EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a
relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even
though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.
If the waterbody° is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the
waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must
consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for
analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is
the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for
the tributary, Section HI.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite
and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.0 below.
1. Characteristics of non-TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) General Area Conditions:
Watershed size: 0.04 square miles
Drainage area: 0.04 square miles
Average annual rainfall: 48 inches
Average annual snowfall: 0 inches
(ii) Physical Characteristics:
(a) Relationship with TNW:
❑ Tributary flows directly into TNW.
® Tributary flows through 4 tributaries before entering TNW.
Project waters are 15-20 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1 (or less) river miles from RPW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1(or less) aerial (straight) miles from RPW.
Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
Identify flow route to TNW: flows into Wildcat Branch, then Beaver Creek, then Crane Creek, and into Little River.
Tributary stream order, if known: unknown.
° Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the and
West.
5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW.

(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply):
Tributary is: ® Natural
❑ Artificial (man-made). Explain:
❑ Manipulated (man -altered). Explain:
Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):
Average width: 2 feet
Average depth: 1 feet
Average side slopes: 3.1 .
Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):
® Silts ® Sands ❑ Concrete
❑ Cobbles ❑ Gravel ❑ Muck
❑ Bedrock ❑ Vegetation. Type/% cover:
❑ Other. Explain:
Tributary condition/stability [e.g,, highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: Moderately stable.
Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Weakly present.
Tributary geometry: Relatively straight
Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): 0-2 %
(c) Flow:
Tributary provides for: Seasonal flow
Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: 2-5
Describe flow regime: Seasonal.
Other information on duration and volume:
Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Seepage slopes present.
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
Tributary has (check all that apply):
® Bed and banks
® OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):
® clear, natural line impressed on the bank
❑ changes in the character of soil
❑
❑ shelving
ED
❑ vegetation matted down, bent, or absent
❑
❑ leaf litter disturbed or washed away
❑
❑ sediment deposition
❑
® water staining
❑
❑ other (list):
❑ Discontinuous OHWM.7 Explain:
the presence of litter and debris
destruction of terrestrial vegetation
the presence of wrack line
sediment sorting
scour
multiple observed or predicted flow events
abrupt change in plant community
If factors other than the OHWM were used to determine lateral extent of CWA jurisdiction (check all that apply):
❑ High Tide Line indicated by: ❑ Mean High Water Mark indicated by:
❑ oil or scum line along shore objects ❑ survey to available datum;
❑ fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) ❑ physical markings;
❑ physical markings/characteristics ❑ vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.
❑ tidal gauges
❑ other (list):
(iii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).
Explain: Generally clear.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
°A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where
the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody's flow
regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break.
7Ibid.

(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): Forested.
® Wetland fringe. Characteristics: swamp/mixed pine hardwood forest.
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) Physical Characteristics:
(a) General Wetland Characteristics:
Properties:
Wetland size: 26.4 acres
Wetland type. Explain: Bottomland mixed pine/hardwood.
Wetland quality. Explain: Good.
Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW:
Flow is: Perennial flow. Explain:
Surface flow is: Discrete and confined
Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Seepage slopes present.
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
(c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:
® Directly abutting
❑ Not directly abutting
❑ Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:
❑ Ecological connection. Explain:
❑ Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:
(d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW
Project wetlands are 10-15 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Flow is from: No Flow.
Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the 2 -year or less floodplain.
(ii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface, water quality; general watershed
characteristics; etc.). Explain: Brown water, high tannins, and clear flow.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
(iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):
® Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain:
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
3. Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any)
All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: 3
Approximately ( 26.7 ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.

For each wetland, specify the following:
Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/NSize (in acres)
System I - Yes 25.9
System 2 - Yes 0.5
System 3 - Yes 0.3
Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed: nutrient storage, pollutant trapping and
filtration, water quality, habitat enhancement.
SIGNIFICANT NEXUS DETERMINATION
A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed
by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity
of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent
wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW.
Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow
of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent
wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a
tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or
outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus.
Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and
discussed in the Instructional Guidebook Factors to consider include, for example:
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to
TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and
other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that
support downstream foodwebs?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or
biological integrity of the TNW?
Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented
below:
1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain
findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section 111.13:
Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into
TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its
adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:
3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain findings of
presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to
Section IRD:
DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL
THAT APPLY):
1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area:
TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres.
El Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.
RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
0 Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that
tributary is perennial:
El Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow "seasonally" (e.g., typically three months each year) are
jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows
seasonally: North Carolina Division of Water Quality Stream ID Form score of 29.0 (see attached form).

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
❑ Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a
TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):
❑ Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.
Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale
indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is
directly abutting an RPW:
❑ Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow "seasonally." Provide data indicating that tributary is
seasonal in Section III.13 and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly
abutting an RPW:
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent
and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and
with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisdictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9
As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.
Demonstrate that impoundment was created from "waters of the U.S.," or
Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or
Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).
ISOLATED [INTERSTATE OR INTRA-STATEI WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE,
DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY
SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):ro
which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.
[� from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce.
which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.
Interstate isolated waters. Explain:
Other factors. Explain:
'See Footnote # 3.
' To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section IILD.6 of the Instructional Guidebook.
10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for
review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
❑ Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
Wetlands: acres.
NON -JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements.
Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.
❑ Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in "SWANCC," the review area would have been regulated based solely on the
"Migratory Bird Rule" (MBR).
Waters do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:
❑ Other: (explain, if not covered above):
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR
factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional
judgment (check all that apply):
❑ Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).
Lakes/ponds: acres.
Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
Wetlands: acres.
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such
a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):
❑ Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).
❑ Lakes/ponds: acres.
Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
❑ Wetlands: acres.
SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES.
A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked
and requested, appropriately reference sources below):
• Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:
• Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.
❑ Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.
Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
Corps navigable waters' study:
❑ U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit RUC maps.
❑ U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:
El USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
• National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
• State/Local wetland inventory map(s):
FEMA/FIRM maps:
100 -year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)
Z Photographs: ® Aerial (Name & Date).NCDOT Color IR Tile 106, 1998.
or ❑ Other (Name & Date):
Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
;MW
Applicable/supporting case law:
Applicable/supporting scientific literature:
Other information (please specify):
B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD:

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section W of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook.
SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD):
DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Stream B - Unnamed Tributary to Wildcat Branch - Sheet 2
State: NC County/parish/borough: Lee County City: Lemon Springs
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 35.3277'N, Long. 79.1896'W.
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: Wildcat Branch
Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Little River
Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (RUC): 03030004070020
Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.
Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc... ) are associated with this action and are recorded on a
different JD form.
REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
Q Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
Field Determination. Date(s): 8/9/2007
SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are no "navigable waters of the U.S." within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the
review area. [Required]
El Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
❑ Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce
Explain:
B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are "waters of the U.S." within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required]
1. Waters of the U.S.
a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): r
❑ TNWs, including territorial seas
El Wetlands adjacent to TNWs
Z Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
[] Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
0 Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
El Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
[] Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Impoundments of jurisdictional waters
El Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands
b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area:
Non -wetland waters: 5733 linear feet: 2 width (ft) and/or acres.
Wetlands: 26.6 acres.
c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual
Elevation of established OHWM (if known):
2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3
Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.
Explain:
' Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below.
2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least "seasonally"
(e.g., typically 3 months).
3 Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F.

SECTION III: CWA ANALYSIS
TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete
Section III.A.1 and Section III.D.1. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2
and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.
1. TNW
Identify TNW:
Summarize rationale supporting determination:
2. Wetland adjacent to TNW
Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is "adjacent":
CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY):
This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps
determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Raponos have been met.
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non -navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are "relatively permanent
waters" (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3
months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round
(perennial) flow, skip to Section IH.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,
skip to Section M.D.4.
A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and
EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a
relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even
though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.
If the waterbody4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the
waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must
consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for
analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is
the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for
the tributary, Section HI.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite
and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section IH.0 below.
1. Characteristics of non-TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) General Area Conditions:
Watershed size: 0.04 square miles
Drainage area: 0.04 square miles
Average annual rainfall: 48 inches
Average annual snowfall: 0 inches
(ii) Physical Characteristics:
(a) Relationship with TNW:
❑ Tributary flows directly into TNW.
® Tributary flows through 4 tributaries before entering TNW.
Project waters are 15-20 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1(or less) river miles from RPW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1(or less) aerial (straight) miles from RPW.
Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
Identify flow route to TNW: flows into Wildcat Branch, then Beaver Creek, then Crane Creek, and into Little River.
Tributary stream order, if known: unknown.
'Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the and
West.
5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW.

(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that annlvl:
Tributary is: ® Natural
❑ Artificial (man-made). Explain:
❑ Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:
Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):
Average width: 2 feet
Average depth: 1 feet
Average side slopes: 3;1 .
Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):
® Silts ® Sands ❑ Concrete
❑ Cobbles ❑ Gravel ❑ Muck
❑ Bedrock ❑ Vegetation. Type/% cover:
❑ Other. Explain:
Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]_ Explain: Moderately stable.
Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Weakly present.
Tributary geometry: Relatively straight
Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): 0-2 %
(c) Flow:
Tributary provides for: Seasonal flow
Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: 2-5
Describe flow regime: Seasonal.
Other information on duration and volume:
Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Seepage slopes present.
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
Tributary has (check all that apply):
® Bed and banks
® OHWW (check all indicators that apply):
® clear, natural line impressed on the bank
❑ changes in the character of soil
❑
❑ shelving
❑ vegetation matted down, bent, or absent
❑
❑ leaf litter disturbed or washed away
❑
❑ sediment deposition
❑
® water staining
❑
❑ other (list):
F-1Discontinuous OHWM.' Explain:
the presence of litter and debris
destruction of terrestrial vegetation
the presence of wrack line
sediment sorting
scour
multiple observed or predicted flow events
abrupt change in plant community
If factors other than the OHWM were used to determine lateral extent of CWA jurisdiction (check all that apply):
High Tide Line indicated by: ❑ Mean High Water Mark indicated by:
❑ oil or scum line along shore objects ❑ survey to available datum;
❑ fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) ❑ physical markings;
❑ physical. markings/characteristics ❑ vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.
❑ tidal gauges
❑ other (list):
(iii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).
Explain: Generally clear.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
'A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where
the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody's flow
regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break.
'Ibid.

(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): Forested.
® Wetland fringe. Characteristics: swamp/mixed pine hardwood forest.
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) Physical Characteristics:
(a) General Wetland Characteristics:
Properties:
Wetland size: 26.6 acres
Wetland type. Explain: Bottomland mixed pine/hardwood.
Wetland quality. Explain: Good.
Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
(b) General Flow RQlationship with Non-'TNW:
Flow is: Perennial flow. Explain:
Surface flow is: Discrete and confined
Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Seepage slopes present.
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
(c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:
® Directly abutting
❑ Not directly abutting
❑ Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:
❑ Ecological connection. Explain:
❑ Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:
(d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW
Project wetlands are 10-15 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Flow is from: No Flow.
Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the 2 -year or less floodplain.
(ii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed
characteristics; etc.). Explain: Brown water, high tannins, and clear flow.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
(iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):
® Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain:
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
3. Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any)
All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: 3
Approximately ( 26.6 ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.

For each wetland, specify the following:
Directly buts? (Y/N) Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres)
System 1 - Yes 25.74
System 2 - Yes 0.47
System 3 - Yes 0.34
Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed: nutrient storage, pollutant trapping and
filtration, water quality, habitat enhancement.
SIGNIFICANT NEXUS DETERMINATION
A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed
by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity
of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent
wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW.
Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow
of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent
wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e g. between a
tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or
outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus.
Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and
discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example:
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to
TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and
other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that
support downstream foodwebs?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or
biological integrity of the TNW?
Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented
below:
1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain
findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section M.D:
2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into
TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its
adjacent wetlands, then go to Section IIID:
3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain findings of
presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to
Section IIID:
D. DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL
THAT APPLY):
1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area:
El TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres.
Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.
2. RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs-
Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that
tributary is perennial:
Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow "seasonally" (e.g., typically three months each year) are
jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section 111.13. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows
seasonally: North Carolina Division of Water Quality Stream ID Form score of 29.0 (see attached form).

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
El Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
EJ Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
3. Non-RPWss that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a
TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):
7 Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
El Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.
EJ Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale
indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is
directly abutting an RPW:
❑ Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow "seasonally." Provide data indicating that tributary is
seasonal in Section IILB and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly
abutting an RPW:
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent
and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
7 Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and
with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisdictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9
As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.
Q Demonstrate that impoundment was created from "waters of the U.S.," or
Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or
Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).
E. ISOLATED [INTERSTATE OR INTRA -STATE] WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE,
DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY
SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY): 10
[] which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.
from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce.
which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.
Interstate isolated waters. Explain:
Other factors. Explain:
'See Footnote # 3.
9 To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section III.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook.
10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for
review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
El Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
❑ Wetlands: acres.
F. NON -JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements.
Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.
❑ Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in "SWANCC," the review area would have been regulated based solely on the
"Migratory Bird Rule" (MBR).
Waters do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:
Other: (explain, if not covered above):
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR
factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional
judgment (check all that apply):
El Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).
❑ Lakes/ponds: acres.
❑ Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
❑ Wetlands: acres.
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such
a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):
El Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).
El Lakes/ponds: acres.
❑ Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
❑ Wetlands: acres.
SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES.
A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply- checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked
and requested, appropriately reference sources below):
Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:
Data sheets preparedJsubmitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant,
❑ Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.
Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
Corps navigable waters' study:
U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
❑ U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:
El USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
State/Local wetland inventory map(s):
FEMA/FIRM maps:
100 -year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)
Photographs: ® Aerial (Name & Date):NCDOT Color IR Tile 106, 1998.
or ❑ Other (Name & Date):
Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
El Applicable/supporting case law:
Applicable/supporting scientific literature:
Other information (please specify):
B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD:

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section N of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook.
SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD):
DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER:
PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Stream D - Unnamed Tributary to Wildcat Branch - Sheets 1-3
State: NC County/parish/borough: Lee County City: Lemon Springs
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 35.3262° N, Long. 79.1879° W.
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: Wildcat Branch
Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Little River
Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 03030004070020
Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.
[] Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc...) are associated with this action and are recorded on a
different JD form.
REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
Office (Desk) Determination. Date:
® Field Determination. Date(s): 8/9/2007
SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are no "navigable waters of the U.S." within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the
review area. [Required]
Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce.
Explain:
B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.
There Are "waters of the U.S." within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required]
1. Waters of the U.S.
a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): r
[] TNWs, including territorial seas
Wetlands adjacent to TNWs
Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Non RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
❑ Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
❑ Impoundments of jurisdictional waters
Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands
b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area:
Non -wetland waters: 5733 linear feet: 2 width (ft) and/or acres.
Wetlands: 26.6 acres.
Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual
Elevation of established OHWM (if known):
2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):'
El Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.
Explain:
' Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below.
2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least "seasonally"
(e.g., typically 3 months).
3 Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F.

SECTION III: CWA ANALYSIS
TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete
Section HI.A.1 and Section III.D.1. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2
and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.
1. TNW
Identify TNW:
Summarize rationale supporting determination:
Wetland adjacent to TNW
Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is "adjacent":
CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY):
This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps
determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Rapanos have been met.
The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non -navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are "relatively permanent
waters" (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g,, typically 3
months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round
(perennial) flow, skip to Section IH.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,
skip to Section IH.D.4.
A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and
EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a
relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even
though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.
If the waterbody4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the
waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must
consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for
analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is
the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section IIIA.1 for
the tributary, Section III.11.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section HI.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite
and offsite. 'Che determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section IH.0 below.
1. Characteristics of non-TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) General Area Conditions:
Watershed size: 0.04 square miles
Drainage area: 0.04 square miles
Average annual rainfall: 48 inches
Average annual snowfall: 0 inches
(ii) Physical Characteristics:
(a) Relationship with TNW:
❑ Tributary flows directly into TNW.
® Tributary flows through 4 tributaries before entering TNW.
Project waters are 15.20 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1 (or less) river miles from RPW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1 (or less) aerial (straight) miles from RPW.
Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
Identify flow route to TNWS: flows into Wildcat Branch, then Beaver Creek, then Crane Creek, and into Little River.
Tributary stream order, if known: unknown.
4 Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the and
West.
e Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW.

(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that anvlvl:
Tributary is: ® Natural
❑ Artificial (man-made). Explain:
❑ Manipulated (man -altered). Explain:
Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):
Average width: 2 feet
Average depth: 1 feet
Average side slopes: 3:1 .
Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):
® Silts ® Sands ❑ Concrete
❑ Cobbles ❑ Gravel ❑ Muck
❑ Bedrock ❑ Vegetation. Type/% cover:
❑ Other. Explain:
Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: Moderately stable.
Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Weak.
Tributary geometry: Relatively straight
Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): 0-2 %
(c) Flow:
Tributary provides for: Intermittent but not seasonal flow
Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: 2-5
Describe flow regime: Seasonal.
Other information on duration and volume:
Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Seepage slopes present.
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
Tributary has (check all that apply):
® Bed and banks
® OHWW (check all indicators that apply):
® clear, natural line impressed on the bank
ED
❑ changes in the character of soil
❑
❑ shelving
IR
❑ vegetation matted down, bent, or absent
❑
❑ leaf litter disturbed or washed away
❑
❑ sediment deposition
❑
® water staining
❑
❑ other (list):
❑ Discontinuous OHWM.' Explain:
the presence of litter and debris
destruction of terrestrial vegetation
the presence of wrack line
sediment sorting
scour
multiple observed or predicted flow events
abrupt change in plant community
If factors other than the OHWM were used to determine lateral extent of CWA jurisdiction (check all that apply):
High Tide Line indicated by: ❑ Mean High Water Mark indicated by:
❑ oil or scum line along shore objects ❑ survey to available datum;
❑ fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) ❑ physical markings;
❑ physical markings/characteristics ❑ vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.
❑ tidal gauges
❑ other (list):
(iii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).
Explain: Generally clear.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
'A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where
the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody's flow
regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break.
'Ibid.

(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): forested.
® Wetland fringe. Characteristics: swamp/mixed pine hardwood forest.
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW
(i) Physical Characteristics:
(a) General Wetland Characteristics:
Properties:
Wetland size: 26.6 acres
Wetland type. Explain: Bottomland mixed pine/hardwood.
Wetland quality. Explain: Good.
Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: N/A.
(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW:
Flow is: Intermittent flow. Explain:
Surface flow is: Discrete and confined
Characteristics:
Subsurface flow: Yes. Explain findings: Seepage slopes present.
❑ Dye (or other) test performed:
(c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:
® Directly abutting
❑ Not directly abutting
❑ Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:
❑ Ecological connection. Explain:
❑ Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:
(d) Proximity (Relationship)to TNW
Project wetlands are 10-15 river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 5-10 aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Flow is from: No Flow.
Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the 2 -year or less floodplain.
(ii) Chemical Characteristics:
Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality, general watershed
characteristics; etc.). Explain: Brown water, high tannins, and clear flow.
Identify specific pollutants, if known: none known.
(iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply):
® Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): Forested.
® Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: Bottom]and mixed pine/hardood forest, 100% cover.
® Habitat for:
❑ Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
❑ Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
❑ Other environmentally -sensitive species. Explain findings:
® Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: Supports herpetofaunal diversity of turtles (box turtles and yellow -
bellied sliders observed) and amphibians (bull frog and southern toad observed).
3. Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any)
All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: 3
Approximately ( 26.6 ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.

For each wetland, specify the following:
Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres)
System I - Yes 25.74
System 2 - Yes 0.47
System 3 - Yes 0.34
Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed: nutrient storage, pollutant trapping and
filtration, water quality, habitat enhancement.
SIGNIFICANT NEXUS DETERMINATION
A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed
by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity
of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent
wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW.
Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow
of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent
wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a
tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or
outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus.
Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and
discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example:
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to
TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and
other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that
support downstream foodwebs?
• Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or
biological integrity of the TNW?
Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented
below:
1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain
findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section IIID:
2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into
TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its
adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:
3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain findings of
presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to
Section IIID:
DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL
THAT APPLY):
1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area:
TNWs: linear feet width (H), Or, acres.
Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.
RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
El Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that
tributary is perennial:
10 Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow "seasonally" (e.g,, typically three months each year) are
jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows
seasonally: North Carolina Division of Water Quality Stream ID Form score of 23.25 (see attached form).

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
Z Tributary waters: 5733 linear feet 2 width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
3. Non-RPWss that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a
TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):
❑ Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.
n Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale
indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is
directly abutting an RPW:
Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow "seasonally." Provide data indicating that tributary is
seasonal in Section I11.13 and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly
abutting an RPW:
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent
and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section III.C.
Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
❑ Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and
with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisdictional. Data supporting this
conclusion is provided at Section M.C.
Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.
Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.'
As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.
❑ Demonstrate that impoundment was created from "waters of the U.S.," or
Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or
Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).
ISOLATED [INTERSTATE OR INTRA -STATE] WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE,
DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY
SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):`
❑ which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.
from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce.
which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.
❑ Interstate isolated waters. Explain:
❑ Other factors. Explain:
"See Footnote # 3.
To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section III.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook.
10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for
review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:
Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
Other non -wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
Wetlands: acres.
NON -JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
❑ If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements.
Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.
❑ Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in "SWANCC," the review area would have been regulated based solely on the
"Migratory Bird Rule" (MBR).
Waters do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:
Other: (explain, if not covered above):
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR
factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional
judgment (check all that apply):
Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).
Lakes/ponds: acres.
Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
Wetlands: acres.
Provide acreage estimates for non jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such
a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):
Fj Non -wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).
El Lakes/ponds: acres.
Other non -wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
Wetlands: acres.
SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES.
A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked
and requested, appropriately reference sources below):
• Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:
• Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.
❑ Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.
Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
Corps navigable waters' study:
U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑ USGS NHD data.
❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
State/Local wetland inventory map(s):
FEMA/FIRM maps:
100 -year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)
Photographs: ® Aerial (Name & Date).NCDOT Color IR Tile 106, 1998.
or ❑ Other (Name & Date):
Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:
Applicable/supporting case law:
❑ Applicable/supporting scientific literature:
Other information (please specify):
B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: