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PROPOSED GIRL SCOUT LAKE
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PROJECT NUMBER 09.14580B

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Geotechnical · Construction Materials · Environmental

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CAROLINAS

February 27, 2009

Ms. Amanda Jones
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
151 Patton Avenue, Room 208
Asheville, North Carolina 28801

Reference:

Response to January 14,2009 U.S. Army Corps of Engineer's Letter
Proposed Girl Scout Lake - Fairmont Road
Statesville, Iredell County, North Carolina
ECS Project No. 09-14580B

Dear Ms. Jones:

ECS Carolinas, LLP (ECS) received a letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dated January 14,2009.
The purpose of your letter was to provide comments received in response to the Public Notice dated
September 30, 2008 and to request that additional information be submitted to continue the review of the
permit request. ECS is pleased to address the concerns identified in the January 14,2009 letter and concerns
identified during our December 17,2008 site meeting in the responses below.

Potential Affects on Federally Threatened or Endan2ered Species

As indicated in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) letter, there are no potential affects on federally
threatened or endangered species because neither listed species nor their habitats occur on the site. It is noted
that obligations under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act will be reconsidered if new information
reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not
previously considered, this action is subsequently modified in a manner that was not previously considered in
the review, or a new species is listed or critical habitat is identified that may be affected by this action.

Known Effects to Aquatic Resources

The USFWS letter identifies possible negative effects to fish and wildlife resources caused by this action as
blocking migration routes, habitat fragmentation, declines in biodiversity, alteration of natural food webs,
alteration of natural hydrologic and geomorphic regimes, degradation of water quality, and disruption of
riparian plant communities within the impoundment and downstream of the impoundment.

There are limited fish species that are present that may depend on the stream for migratory purposes such as
feeding, breeding and population disbursement. Migration for an unlimited number of macro invertebrate
species such as stone flies, caddis flies, damsel flies, dragon flies and others will not be inhibited. It is
unlikely that feeding and breeding of the fish species observed in the stream will be inhibited by the
impoundment as similar habitat required for these species will remain upstream and downstream from the
impoundment. Neither a decline in biodiversity nor a significant alteration of natural food webs is anticipated
as habitat that is present in the portions of the stream that will be impounded is consistent with the habitat that
will remain upstream and downstream of the impoundment. Biodiversity and the natural food web in these

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portions of the stream and other streams located throughout the site will be further protected with buffers that
will be placed into a conservation easement.

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Maintenance of Downstream Flows

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While the impoundment is being filled, impacts to the hydrologic and geomorphic regimes will be limited by
maintaining a base flow volume downstream. A base flow volume will be maintained during the time that it
takes to fill the impoundment. During construction of the dam, the stream will be pumped around the
construction area maintaining flow downstream. Once the dam has been constructed, in order to maintain
flows while the impoundment is filling, adjustable control valves installed at the base, middle and top of the
riser will be adjusted to not only maintain base flows downstream but to also re-oxygenate the stream and
minimize changes in water temperature. As indicated in the USFWS letter, there is some concern about the
amount of time that it will take to fill the impoundment, especially while maintaining downstream flows. The
estimate provided in the USFWS letter is based on a measurement that was taken by ECS in July 2008,
during a lengthy period of drought conditions and does not account for rain events or seasonal fluctuations. It
is not practical to estimate the amount of rainfall that it would take to fill the impoundment due to numerous
variables such as soil moisture content, soil permeability, soil and underlying bedrock character, vegetation
content, evapotranspiration, and other factors that contribute to rainfall runoff rates and groundwater
discharge. However, it is common for impoundments to fill during periods of high rainfall without
significant impacts to downstream flows. After factoring in rainfall events and increased seasonal flows, it is
anticipated that the impoundment will fill much quicker than the estimated 756.9 days calculated in the
USFWS letter. Once the impoundment has filled, downstream flow volumes are expected to return to normal
conditions.

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Water Quality Monitorin2

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The impoundment is not expected to have significant adverse effects on downstream water quality. The
stream in the area of the impact is currently in a degraded state with incised banks and sediment deposits
visible throughout the streambed. Water released from the impoundment will be clear and free of sediment
due to sediment settling in the reservoir. hnpoundments that release water from only the bottom or only the
top of the dam usually cause the most significant changes and adverse effects to water quality. Sediment and
nutrient concentrations may be elevated and temperature lowered by deep-release dams. Significant changes
in water quality may occur due to the release of oxygen-depleted water from the bottom or top of deep
impoundments. Water-quality impacts downstream of the proposed impoundment will be minimized by
releasing water from different levels on the outlet structure as opposed to only releasing deep water or surface
water. TIrree separate control valves are proposed to be installed on the spillway riser structure for the dam.
These control valves will be placed at different elevations on the riser to allow for minimum base flows to be
pulled from various levels. The control valves are capable of releasing water from the bottom, middle or top
of the impoundment, as appropriate. In addition, the turbulence created by releasing water from different
levels and flow through the outlet structure and into the stream will re-oxygenate the water that is released
from the impoundment. The valves will be controlled at the top of the riser and will be able to be adjusted by
camp staff upon reading the stream gauge inflow and adjusting the outflow.

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ECS proposes to monitor pre-construction and post construction stream flows, water temperatures, oxygen
levels and pH levels upstream and downstream of the impoundment to gauge and limit water quality impacts.
V -notch weirs will be installed to monitor flows. The V-notch weirs will be calibrated based on contributing
drainage areas to each weir. A YSI 556 Multi-Parameter meter will be used to collect water temperatures,
dissolved oxygen levels and pH levels. To determine a baseline, the data will be collected monthly for one

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year to account for seasonal fluctuations. The same monitoring will be performed post construction to
determine if adjustments in the control valves are needed. The different levels of control valves will control
each of the above variables by allowing more flow if necessary and by mixing outflow with different
dissolved oxygen levels, temperatures and pH levels.

Flora and Fauna

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The existing riparian plant community consists predominantly of scattered hardwood trees and saplings (most
of which are immature due to previous logging operations), needlegrass rush, greenbrier and honeysuckle.
There is a prevalence of non-native invasive species including Chinese privet and Russian olive within the
riparian plant community. We estimate the average canopy cover during the growing season to be less than
25%.

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We concur with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that the existing riparian plant community will be altered
by the construction of the impoundment and acknowledge that riparian zones playa significant role in soil
conservation, biodiversity and aquatic ecosystems. During the impoundment site selection process, we
observed riparian communities along the South Yadkin River and along each of the streams that cross the
site. The riparian plant communities along the South Yadkin River and other streams on the site contain
wetlands, mature trees/forests (including denser canopy cover) and provide more valuable riparian habitat
than the riparian zone that will be disrupted by the impoundment. Due to the streams being incised within the
proposed lake basin and dam footprint, the soils within the riparian zone are well drained. The banks of the
streams are unstable in areas and there is evidence of erosion including sediment deposits in the stream. Due
to the well drained soils outside of the incised banks, vegetation consists of a mixture of hydrophytic
vegetation, upland vegetation and non-native invasive species. The biodiversity within the riparian area is
limited.

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The impoundment will create coves and fringe wetlands surrounding the lake, especially in the headwaters.
Canopy cover will be present along more than 75% of the shoreline that will be buffered. Although the
impoundment will disrupt the existing riparian plant community that has been compromised by timber
harvesting and agricultural practices, the impoundment will create habitat for hydrophytic vegetation species
(smooth alder, silky dogwood, black willow and other species), amphibians (newts, frogs, salamanders and
other species) and reptiles (turtles, snakes and other species). The adjacent wooded areas will also be used
for nesting habitat by migratory waterfowl. The buffers will shade the edges of the lake (maintaining a cooler
water temperature and shading out invasive aquatic plant species) and will be valuable in soil conservation.

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The impoundment will be located in an area of the site with the lowest quality existing riparian plant
community in comparison to alternate areas of the site. The site is located in an area that has no State
mandated buffer requirements. Alternate uses of the site could result in the removal of all riparian plant
communities, including the higher quality riparian areas that are to be placed into a conservation easement. It
is our opinion that the riparian plant community that will be disrupted by the impoundment is minimal when
considering the riparian areas that will be protected on the site.

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Non-Native and Invasive Species Mana2ement

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With appropriate construction and management techniques, problems associated with nonnative and invasive
species are not anticipated. illvasive aquatic plants that root to the bottom commonly occur in impoundments
that are shallow (water less than 24 inches deep). The proposed impoundment will have few areas around the
edge with depths less than 24 inches. ill addition, approximately 75% of the boundary of the impoundment

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will contain a wooded buffer, limiting the amount of sunlight necessary for most aquatic plant species to
thrive. Problems with algae and some invasive aquatic plants usually develop in very fertile ponds that
receive runoff from livestock operations or other nutrient-rich areas. Based on the preliminary site layout,
there will be no livestock operations or other farming activities adjacent to the impoundment that will result
in excess nutrient runoff into the impoundment. Fertilizer and pesticide application on the property will be
applied only in a manner specified on the label and directed by certified personnel. Other methods of
controlling invasive and nonnative aquatic species such as winter draw down, manual weed removal,
chemical treatment, stocking and biological controls will be used as necessary to maintain a natural aquatic
system.

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Response to the Purpose and Need Statement

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The purpose and need of the impoundment is to allow the Girl Scouts to meet the objectives and goals of the
Girl Scouts and the programs that they offer. The impoundment is so essential to the development of the
Environmental Leadership Academy that the Girl Scouts do not intend to develop the property at all without
the impoundment because it is anticipated that the number of campers that would attend the camp would
decrease exponentially. As a focal point of the development, the impoundment will provide water dependent
educational and recreational activities that are a crucial part of the Girl Scout program and camp experience.
The impoundment is necessary to provide educational and recreational activities that are part of the Girl
Scout badge and patch programs including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boating, row boating and
sail boating. The impoundment is also necessary to meet objectives such as the "Linking Girls To The Land"
curriculum. The impoundment will be used for fishing and aquatic studies. Wildlife observation stations will
be located in different areas of the lake for observing waterfowl and other wildlife species that will use the
lake for habitat. Without the impoundment, the goals and objectives of the Girl Scouts, their badge and patch
programs and other curriculums can not be achieved. A smaller impoundment would not allow these
activities to be performed concurrently with one another and within the Girl Scouts Safley-Wise Guidelines
nor would it allow the continued growth the Girl Scouts are experiencing at this time.

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Currently, there are 40,000 girl scouts that will have access to the Environmental Leadership Academy and
lake. This number is projected to increase by 13% to 46,000 girl scouts over the next five years based on
census data. The GSHNC goals are to grow by more than 15% during the next five years. Initially, the camp
will contain sleeping quarters for five hundred campers. The amount of sleeping quarters will increase over
time to accommodate anticipated growth of the program. The camp and impoundment have been designed to
meet the 100 year needs of the girl scouts and accommodate growth. The number of girl scouts within the
GSHNC are expected to increase substantially over the next 100 years.

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Alternative Properties Considered

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Mr. Damon Scott with the Girl Scouts Hornet's Nest Council (GSHNC) began a property search in January
2006 to fmd property that met the criteria of the GSHNC Long Range Property Task Group. The search was
limited to large tracts that could accommodate the needs of a girl scout camp. Mr. Scott estimates that he
walked over 7,000 acres of property before identifying the subject site. We have attached information for
eleven of the properties that were evaluated by Mr. Scott (Appendix 1). A portion of the site was identified in
October 2007. Additional parcels that are included by the site were acquired in 2008. Mr. Scott is no longer
employed by the GSHNC.

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The first property evaluated during Mr. Scott's property search was a 1,000 acre tract in Kershaw, South
Carolina. Details are not provided for this property. We contacted Mr. Ken Faulkenbury, a realtor that

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worked with Mr. Scott. Mr. Faulkenbury informed ECS that he has shown the GSHNC multiple properties
and could not remember details pertaining to the 1,000 acre tract.

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The second property evaluated was a 700 acre parcel located within a 3,280 acre tract located in RicWand
County, South Carolina. The larger tract contained an 85 acre impoundment. Access to the impoundment
was being negotiated as part of the land deal. Alligators, an extensive floodplain and asking price/terms of
sale voided the deal.

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The third property evaluated was a 400 acre tract located in Brevard, North Carolina. We spoke with a
realtor involved in the sale of this tract. There are no impoundments on this property. The streams contain
waterfalls and are of high quality. The site was not suitable for building an impoundment large enough to
fulfill the girl scout's needs. The nearest public impoundment is a 30 minute drive from the property which is
not acceptable under the Girl Scouts Safety Wise Guidelines.

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The fourth property evaluated was located on Lake Toxaway. The price of the property was too high and the
property was not large enough to support the proposed camp.

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The fifth property evaluated was a 1,074 acre tract located in Wilkes County, North Carolina. The GSHNC
was not interested in purchasing the entire tract for financial reasons. The owners were not willing to
subdivide. An approximate five acre impoundment was located near the southern boundary. The pond was
too small to accommodate the girl scout's needs and a portion of the pond extended onto adjoining property
south of the site.

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The remaining six properties were located in Wilkes County. Maps showing the properties are included as
attachments. These six properties did not contain impoundments. Due to topographic constraints, it would
have been more expensive and impacted more linear feet of stream channel if a 25 acre lake was constructed.

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Mr. Scott noted that additional smaller tracts were evaluated that would have required separate deals to
increase the tract size to accommodate the girl scouts camp. Mr. Scott did not include information for the
additional properties.

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In summary, the property search has been a long and rigorous process. Multiple properties have been
considered and were determined to be unsuitable due to economic constraints, geographic constraints, Girl
Scouts Safety-Wise constraints and size constraints. Building an impoundment on most of the properties
would have required impacting additional linear footage of higher quality streams than the ones that will be
impacted by constructing an impoundment on the site. They would have also required the construction of a
much higher dam due to the topographic constraints. Based on our review of the property search, the Girl
Scouts Hornet's Nest Council has selected a property that will allow the construction of a 23.4 acre lake and
have the least amount of impact to streams and wetlands.

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Response To Miti2ation Comments

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The USFWS indicates in their comments that they recommend a 2: 1 mitigation ratio for all impacts because
they consider the streams to be impacted as "good quality." Contrary, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
indicate in their comments that mitigation ratios should consider current poor aquatic habitat values of this
stream and benefits associated with the impoundment and other basin improvements. The project will
impact 3,993 linear feet of mitigable stream channel. With the exception of the upper reaches that will be
impacted by inundation, the streams are high banked. The banks of the streams are unstable in most

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areas. The banks contain bare soil, have been undercut and, in their current state, are a source of erosion
and sediment into downgradient water bodies. Although perennial, the mitigable streams appear to have
been straightened in the past and further degraded by timber harvesting. During site visits, ECS personnel
have observed the banks caving in which is contributing to sedimentation of the receiving waters. The
majority of the streams have a sandy/muddy bottom. There are few cobbles or other structures within the
streams that provide aquatic habitat. ECS disagrees with the assessment of the streams by the USFWS as
"good quality" and agrees with the findings of the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission.
Furthermore, ECS believes that the mitigation ratios offered in the prior Department of the Army permit
application adequately mitigate for impacts from fill and inundation.

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Based on our observations and knowledge of Piedmont streams, the portion of the stream that will be filled
by the dam and rip rap is of low quality. There is an existing culvert in the stream in the location of the dam
that has been improperly installed. The reach of the stream that will be impacted by the dam has steep banks
and is approximately four feet wide. Due to siltation from the eroding banks, the bed of the stream has a
muddy bottom and minimal structure. There are few riffle-pool sequences that would contribute to
biodiversity. ECS recognizes that the dam will eliminate this section of the stream. It is our opinion that the
stream is poor quality and the impacts from the dam should be mitigated using a I: I ratio.

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The USFWS letter references the IP A statement: "Common aquatic wildlife including minnows, crayfish,
salamanders, frogs and a snapping turtle were observed in areas of the stream that will contain a lake." ECS
recognizes that these species and other species currently inhabit the stream. We recognize that the portion of
the stream that will be inundated will be altered. The USFWS comments state: "Lakes are not a naturally
occurring feature in the piedmont region of North Carolina." However, naturally occurring lakes and
manmade lakes provide benefit to many wildlife species, especially migratory waterfowl and amphibians.
They also provide similar function to wetlands by limiting sediment and other pollution from entering
receiving waters. The common aquatic wildlife species including minnows, crayfish, salamanders, frogs and
turtles that were observed in the streams will not be eliminated and some will actually benefit from having a
larger amount of surface water. In addition, native piedmont fish species will be stocked in accordance with a
stocking permit from the NCWRC pursuant to 15A NCAC 10C .0209. The lake will function as a refuge for
more than 10 species of migratory waterfowl. The lake will benefit species such as Great Blue Heron and
other predator birds. The species that depend on the streams and moving water will continue to inhabit and
thrive in the upper reaches of the streams that are "good quality" and have higher quality riparian areas,
including wetlands. The existing stream will be inundated but the beds and banks will not be disturbed
during grading and construction of the lake. ECS understands that the habitat is being altered and that some
aquatic species will lose habitat while other species, existing and new, will gain habitat. Therefore, we share
the opinion with the NCWRC that these items should be considered in regards to setting mitigation ratios and
that the inundated streams be mitigated at a 11: 1 ratio.

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In summary, the quality of the streams being impacted and the nature of the impacts are important
considerations when determining mitigation ratios. The dam and lake have been designed in a manner such
that the stream beds and banks will not be altered during the construction of the lake. There will be no
grading within the beds and banks of the streams. When inundated, the habitat will be altered in a way that
will benefit many existing and new species. The native species that do not thrive in an impoundment will
remain upstream and downstream of the impoundment. If the dam was breeched in the future, the stream
would return to its banks and the native species would continue to use the stream for habitat. We do not
anticipate that the stream would be significantly altered if returned to its original state because of the current
condition of the stream and its lack of riffle and pool sequencing. It is our opinion that the impacts from
impounding the stream are less destructive and that the benefits of the impoundment should be considered

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when determining a mitigation ratio. Based on our experience, knowledge of similar projects that have been
permitted and the existing conditions of the streams that will be impacted, the proposed mitigation of on-site
conservation easements and compensatory mitigation is adequate.

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Miti2ation Credits Throu2h On-Site Stream Preservation

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ECS has completed Stream Quality Assessment Worksheets for the streams that will be impounded by the
lake and for streams that will be preserved through a conservation easement. The IP specified that the
intermittent streams have not been used to calculate mitigation credits for the impoundment impacts.
Therefore, ECS has not prepared stream forms for the intermittent streams. The forms and a map identifying
the locations of the streams evaluated are included as attachments (Appendix II). Based on our evaluation,
the perennial streams that will be preserved are high quality streams that are significantly better in quality
than the streams that are being impacted. The preserved streams will have a more than adequate buffer of
300 feet from the centerline of the stream. If the property is sold by the Girl Scouts, it is at risk of being
developed with high density residential or commercial development with little or no buffer throughout the
entire 700 acres. Based on our observations and the planned preservation, the proposed mitigation ratio of
10: 1 is adequate for preserving the remaining perennial streams and their buffers.

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On-Site Restoration Opportunities

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Comments indicate that there may be some opportunity for on-site stream restoration/enhancement
downstream from the proposed dam and in a former pond basin. Upon further review, stream restoration
downstream from the dam is not recommended for various reasons. This portion of the stream is buffered
with relatively older growth hardwoods. This portion of the stream is located within existing buffers around
the stream itself and the South Yadkin River that will be preserved as part of the conservation easement. A
stream restoration project would require significant clearing of the existing vegetation in effort to access the
stream with large equipment, create meanders, install structures and create riffle-pool sequences. Though
these areas could be reforested, reforestation to its original condition would take many years. Existing soils
are of a fluvial character and would require significant structure to maintain pattern and profile and avoid
further degradation. It is our opinion that adverse impacts of clearing the established woody buffer outweigh
the advantages of restoring this portion of the stream. In addition, this portion of the stream is located in a
major flood plain of the South Yadkin River. The integrity of a restored stream may not be capable of
withstanding a major flood and bankful event from the South Yadkin River.

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ECS does not recommended that restoration be performed in the location of the former pond basin. The
basin currently contains a functioning and established wetland. The wetland captures and filters runoff from
the surrounding uplands. In order to perform restoration in this area, the integrity of the wetland would be
jeopardized. The pond basin feeds an intermittent/ephemeral feature. The feature connects to the flood plain
of the South Yadkin River but does not connect to the Yadkin River or to adjoining wetlands. Restoration of
features of this sort is generally not recommended. The feature is insignificant enough that it has not been
included in the conservation easement portion of the proposed mitigation plan. Restoration of the area
downstream from the proposed dam and in the former pond basin is not recommended and it is our opinion
that it is not needed because the mitigation ratios proposed meet the mitigation requirements.

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Existin2 On-site Pond

ECS has evaluated the use of the drainage swale that contains the existing on-site pond for construction of a
lake. The swale cannot be used for several reasons. The entire drainage swale is 20 acres. The portion of the
drainage swale that could be used for a lake, using the natural grades and topography is limited to less than
four acres. A four acre lake will not satisfY the needs of the Girl Scouts Environmental Academy.

The existing pond has a partially breeched dam and contains less than one-tenth of an acre of standing water.
ECS has visited the site on multiple occasions over the last two years. The existing pond and its drainage
swale have been delineated and the area has been observed during many of the site visits. The feature located
within the drainage swale that conveys water into the partially drained pond has been dry during each of our
site visits. The feature receives so little flow that the channel is not discernible through portions of the
floodplain before it enters the South Yadkin River. There is insufficient hydrology within the drainage swale
to support a 23.42 acre lake.

In order to supply the lake with water, an artificial water supply would be necessary. Water would have
to be pumped full time from the South Yadkin River or water supply wells would have to be constructed
and pumped full time. This could require impacts to the bed, banks and buffers of the South Yadkin
River. It would also draw from its water and could impact aquatic habitat for native species that inhabit
the river. The use of water supply wells and water lines would create land disturbance and would alter
natural hydrology, function to deplete the water supply and potentially dry up the water source for nearby
wells that people depend on for potable water.

Off-Line Lake Alternative

The construction of an off-line lake has been evaluated as an alternative. The general topography of the
site consists of uplands and steep sloping valleys that contain streams and fringe wetlands. Elevations
range from 860 feet above mean sea level on the uplands to 800 feet above mean sea level in the valleys.
Ideally, offline lakes are located adjacent to the stream that is the water source. To evaluate this
alternative, the best possible area to construct an off-line lake was identified (Appendix III). This area
was determined to be to the west of the proposed lake and would use the uppermost reaches of the
adjacent stream as a water source. While this area is not an ideal location for an off-line impoundment, it
was identified as the best location on the site. For comparative purposes, ECS evaluated the construction
of a lake that is approximately the same size as the proposed lake. In order to create an area that would be
suitable for an offline lake, significant excavation, grading and earthwork would be required. To facilitate
acceptable grades, grading limits would extend well beyond that of the lake itself. Cost comparisons for
the proposed lake and the off-line reservoir are included as attachments (Appendix III). Based on the cost
analysis, the off-line reservoir would cost approximately $1,500,000.00 more to construct than the
proposed lake. In addition, rock outcrops visible on the ground surface indicate that excavation of a pond
basin may be limited by shallow bedrock. The cost of construction does not account for the excavation of
rock and bedrock material that would be expected to be encountered. Costs increase exponentially with
the removal of rock. The drainage area received by an off-line reservoir would decrease by more than
one-half when compared to that of the proposed lake. As a result, the off-line reservoir would not be
expected to recharge as quickly and water quality within the impoundment would be harder to maintain.
Due to the amount of excavation, the presence of bedrock and the cost, the construction of an off-line
reservoir is not a feasible option.

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Conservation Easements

The Land Trust for Central North Carolina has proposed conservation easements that will consist of a 300
foot riparian buffer permanently placed around perennial streams located on the site. Long term stream
impacts will be avoided and upland impacts within the buffers will be limited as a result of the
conservation easements. Only limited disturbance will occur within the 300 foot buffers. These
disturbances include unpaved natural footpaths, access to the Yadkin River, a roadway in two areas, a tree
house village and a pavilion. None of these will be located within 200 feet of the streams. Not only have
the other streams on the site been avoided, conservation easements will protect and enhance each of the
remaining streams on the site. Setbacks will be established from the centerline of perennial streams.

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Based on the information outlined above and in the previous Individual Permit Application, it is the
opinion of ECS that all requirements have been fulfilled and we recommend that the permit to construct a
dam and create an impoundment be issued. ECS appreciates the opportunity to respond to the comments
and concerns of the various agencies involved and eagerly awaits acceptance so that the Girl Scouts may
continue in their endeavor to promote environmental stewardship to young minds throughout North
Carolina.

Please contact us at [phone] if you have any questions concerning this letter or if you need additional
information.

Sincerely,

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Michael T. Brame
Senior Environmental Scientist

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Attachments: Alternative Properties
Stream Wetland ill Map (Figure 1)
Approved Jurisdictional Determination Forms
USACE Stream Quality Assessment Worksheets
Off-Line Reservoir Alternative Map (Figure 2 and Figure 2A)
Off-Line Reservoir Cost Analysis

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PROPERTIES THAT DAMON SCOTT TOURED AND WALKED TO FIND OAK
SPRINGS ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER FOR GIRL SCOUTS HORNETS' NEST
COUNCIL: JANUARY 2006 TO OCTOBER 2007. over 7.000 Acres

*** List is not comprehensive or exhaustive. There are more properties that I walked in smaller tracts
where separate deals had to be made to increase the overall tract size. Goal was to find property that met
criteria of GSHNC Long Range Property Task Group.

1.) 1000+ ACRES KERSHAW, SOUTH CAROLINA
Ken Faulkenbury contact [phone] for details

2.) http://goodwillplantation.com/3280acresRICHLANDCOUNTY,SC (We were
negotiating 700 acres with access by way of partnership to 85 acre pond on site
and provide educational opportunities for girls in region). Alligators on property
and extensive floodplain and asking price/terms spoiled the deal.

3.) 400 Acres BREVARD, NC (backed up to DuPont State Forrest),
CASHIERS/Sapphire NC 400 acres backed up to Gorges State Park;
Jim Lorenz contact [phone] for more details and exact 10cations/ID#.

4.) http://www.campwindinggap.com/LAKE TOXA WAY 500 WINDING GAP
ROAD. I toured this for sale but price was too high and tract not large enough.

5.) Wilkes County total: 1074 Acres-Contact Larry Caudill [phone]; Deal
had to be made and owners would not subdivide so acreage in 3 parcels was 1074

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Mountain Land

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Wilkes County- Darnell Creek Road
412.529 :t: Acres - $6,595/Acre

There are still some properties left
in the mountains that stimulate ex-
citement in the pure outdoorsman (or
woman). You know, the feeling that you
have stepped back 75 years into the
"good 'ole days". This
is one of those special
parcels.

It's located just below
the Blue Ridge Parkway
on the north. Darnell
Creek Road dead-ends
right into the property
on the south.

Have an A TV and a yearning to ride
those trails? Enjoy hiking? Like
horses? There are plenty of old trails
throughout.

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. Near Blue Ridge Parkway ·
. 2,600' Elevations.
. 412.529 ::!: Acres.

. Surveys Available.
· Excellent Views ·

This is a diverse par-
cel with marketable
timber, several open
meadows, streams, springs, and wildlife
galore. It has Wilkes heritage written
all over it.

· Streams & Springs ·

The topography var-
ies from steep slopes
to more gently sloping
ridges and hollows.
Elevations range up to
2,600+ feet. Survey
plats are available for
interested buyers.

Shown by appointment
only. For more de-
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800/849.9225.

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"Land's Best Friend"

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DIRECTIONS: Beginning at the intersection of U.S. Highway 42] and Highway
16 north, travel north on Highway 16 for approximately 5-7 miles; turn right onto Old
Highway] 6 and travel] -2 miles; lurn right on Vannoy Road: travel severalmi]es and
turn left on Sheets Gap Road; travel a shorl distance and lurn left onto Darnell Creek
Road. Property is located at the end of Ihe road. Shown by appoinlment only.

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]5784 US Hwy. 42] S. Deep Gap. NC 286]8.336/973-8640. FAX: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]

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Aerial Photo - 412.529 + Acres
Darnell Creek Road

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turn left on Sheets Gap Road; travel a short distance and turn left onto Darnell Creek Road, Property is located at the end of the road.
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Wilkes County - Grissel Tail Road
628::t:: Acres REDUCED to $2,475/Acre

Now, here's a parcel that's large enough
to satisfy the serious investor. Even
better, it's near Wilkes county's popular
Greenstreet Mountain Resort and has
road frontage on Grissel Tail Road, just
off Longbottom Road.

This beautiful property
is also located less than
a mile from the entrance
to Stone Mountain State
Park. Last year, Stone
Mountain Park officials
reported over 600,000
visitors.

The heavily wooded terrain varies from
almost flat to gently sloping to steep in
places, with plenty of trails throughout
for hiking or horseback riding.

If you've been seeking a diverse property
with great access in one of
the most popular areas of
the mountains, consider this
one an excellent choice.

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. 2,1 OO':!: Elevations ·

· Long Creek Frontage ·
. Great Views & Trails.

· Paved Road Frontage ·

This parcel has gently .Wooded & Small Stream.
sloping land along the
state road. At its high- . Near Recreation Areas ·
est elevations - over
2,100' - there is a flat
ridge of approximately 50+ acres ad-
joining Stone Mountain Golf Club. This
ridge also offers unusually good views
toward Stone Mountain.

Please call Paul for an ap-
pointment and tour of
this property. Photos are
on our website.

For an appointment call
Paul Christian Breden, at
800/849-9225

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DIRECTIONS: Beginning at the corner of Traphill Road and
Longbottom Road in northern Wilkes County, travel West on
Longbottom Road for about I mile, then turn left on Grissel Tail
Road; go approximately 1/2 - I mile; the property is on right - see
signs and orange flagging.

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Company · Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hwy 421 S . Deep Gap. NC 28618. 336/973-8640. FAX: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]

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Tapa Map -628 + Acres
East Prong - Roaring River - Traphill Area

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Compan~' · Toll Free 800/849-9225
J57R4 us Hw)' 421 S' Deep Gap, NC 28618 · 336/973-8640' FAX: [phone]' EmaiJ: [e-mail]

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Aerial Photo - 628+ Acres
Wilkes County - Stone Mountain Area

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Company · Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hw)' 421 S. Deep Gap, NC 28618 .336/973-8640. FAX: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]

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Ashe / Wilkes Counties - Off Blue Ridge Parkway
411.32 + Acres - $5,300,000

Looking for a large and unspoiled tract in the
Blue Ridge Mountains? How about one
that spans from just below the Blue Ridge
Parkway at elevations over 2,800' in Ashe
County, down the mountain, and takes in some
of the headwaters of the Reddies River?

Wilkes County tax maps
indicate over five miles of
state road frontage (not
including Ashe County).
The property lies on both
sides of Old Highway 16
as it winds its way down
the mountain into Wilkes
County.

Looking for a retreat or family compound?
This property runs from ridgetop to ridgetop,
is very heavily wooded, and has a stream right
through the middle. Where else could you find
such seclusion and privacy?

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· Long-Range Views ·

. Springs and Stream.

. 2,800' + Elevations.

· Wooded with Trails.

. 5+ Miles Road Frontage ·
. Near Blue Ridge Pkwy.

Like wildlife and hunting
possibilities? This parcel
is one of the last large undisturbed tracts in
the area. Just imagine the population of deer,
turkey, and other game animals you'd find in
such a location.

Looking for a development
parcel? Need plenty of
road frontage? Although we
don't have an exact figure,
the tax maps indicate well
over five miles of state road
frontage. This one is special!
Don't wait.

Need more information?

Shown by appointment

only. Call Chris today at

800/849-9225.

Chris Breden
Broker - REALTOR@

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Parkway to Glendale Springs. At the "Northwest Trading Post" (Milepost
257-258), turn Right onto Old Highway 16 and travel 0.9 miles. Property
begins on the Right. The property is on both sides of the road for several
miles. See signs.

REALTOR@ Chris Breden, Broker · Mountain Land Company · Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hwy 421 S . Deep Gap. NC 28618.336/973-8640. FAX: [phone]. Email:[e-mail]

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Topo Map - 411.32 + Acres
Ashe / Wilkes Counties

REALTOR@ Chris Breden, Broker · Mountain Land Compan)' · Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hwy 421 S' Deep Gap, NC 28618.336/973-8640' FAX: [phone]. Email:[e-mail]

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Aerial Photo - 411.32 + Acres
Off Blue Ridge Parkway - Ashe / Wilkes Counties

REALTOR@ Chris Breden, Broker · Mountain Land Company. Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hwy 421 S · Deep Gap, NC 286] 8 . .B6/973-8640 . FAX: [phone]. Email:[e-mail]

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Wilkes County- N. Fork of Reddies River
398 :!:: Acres - $2,288,500

LARGE TRACT! When searching for one of
the largest land parcels in the area, it's nice
to have choices. We're pleased to present
a great one!

This mountain tract is located in northern
Wilkes County, and lies
several miles below the Blue
Ridge Parkway. With state-
maintained road frontage on
Vannoy Road, it is convenient
to both N.C. Highway 18 and
16.

Planning to develop? With
elevations up to 2,200' this
one offers excellent views
and is heavily wooded.

Like to hunt? In this section of Wilkes
County, wildlife of all types are evident.
Deer and wild turkey are plentiful. Enjoy
fishing? This property has over 1/4 mile
frontage on the Reddies River. The seller
even reports that it's stocked with trout
yearly!

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This property is priced
economically for such a large
parcel and won't last long.
Signs are on the property.

. 2,000'+ Elevations ·

. 165 Acres ·

. Resort Location.

· Long-range Views ·
· 18-hole Golf Course ·

Please call Paul today for an
appointment at 800/849-
9225.

. Near Stone Mtn. Park.

Looking for a large family retreat property?
A trail system runs throughout the tract.
Numerous homesites are available for that
special mountain cabin.

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"Land's Best Friend"

DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of U.S. Highway 421 and N.C.
16 North, travel north on Highway 16 for approximately 5 miles; turn
right on Old Highway 16 for approximately. 1.2 miles; turn right onto
Vannoy Road for 5.1 miles; after passing Sheets Gap, continue on Van.
noy Road for another 2.3 miles. see signs on left.

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Company. Toll Free 800/849.9225
15784 US Hwy 42] S . Deep Gap. NC 28618 . 336/973-8640 . FAX: [phone]' Email: [e-mail]

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Tapa Map - 398 + Acres
Northern Wilkes County - N. Fork of Reddies River

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Compan)' · Toll Free 800/849-9225
] 57R4 US Hwy 421 S . Deep Gap. NC 286] 8 . 336/973-8640 . FAX: [phone]' Email: [e-mail]

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Northern Wilkes County - Off Highway 18

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Compan)' . Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hwy 421 S. Deep Gap, NC 28618. .B6/973-8640. FAX: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]

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Wilkes County- Near Blue Ridge Parkway
194:!: Acres - REDUCED to $2,438/Acre

There are still some properties left in
the mountains that can stimulate ex-
citement in the pure outdoorsman (or
woman). You know, the feeling that you
have stepped back 75 years into the
"good 'ole days". This
is one of those special
parcels.

It's located below the
Blue Ridge Parkway
and near Darnell Creek
Road, and runs from
ridgetop to ridgetop
including the valley in
between.

Dreamed of living in the mountains?
This property has Wilkes heritage
written allover it. Enjoy hiking? Like
horses? There are plenty of old trails
throughout.

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. Near Blue Ridge Parkway.
· 3000' Elevations.

. 194 :!: Acres.

. Nice Trails ·

. Excellent Views .

. Springs ·

This heavily wooded
parcel offers a wonderfully
diverse topography with excellent
views several open meadows, springs,
and wildlife galore.

Elevations range up to
3,000" feet and the
topography varies from
steep slopes to more
gently sloping ridges
and hollows.

Shown by appointment
only. For more de-
tails, call Paul today at
800/849.9225.

Paul Christian Breden

"Land's Best Friend"

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DIRECTIONS: Beginning at the intersection of U.S. Highway 421 and Highway
16 north, travel north on Highway 16 for approximately 5-7 miles: turn right onto Old
Highway 16 and travel 1-2 miles; turn right on Vannoy Road; travel several miles and
lurn left on Sheets Gap Road; travel a shorl distance and turn left onto Darnell Creek
Road. Property is at the end of the road. Shown by appointment only.

REALTOR@ Paul Christian Breden · Mountain Land Company · Toll Free 800/849-9225
15784 US Hw)'. 421 S. Deep Gap. NC 28618.336/973-8640. FAX: [phone]. Email: [e-mail]

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APPENDIX II

Stream ID Map
Stream Quality Worksheets
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APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

This fonn should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Fonn 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:
State:NC County/parishlborough: Iredell City: Statesville
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal fonnat): Lat. 35.8895440 lN, Long. 80.8366810",.
Universal Transverse Mercator: X 3971709.8 Y 485253.44
Name of nearest waterbody: South Yadkin River

Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: South Yadkin River
Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): South Yadkin - 03040 I 02
I2J Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.
D Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc...) are associated with this action and are recorded on a
different JD fonn.

D. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
[] Office (Desk) Detennination. Date:
I2J Field Detennination. Date(s): March 18,2008 Steve Chapin

SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.

There "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]
D Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
D 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 (CW A) 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): 1
D TNWs, including territorial seas
I2J Wetlands adjacent to TNWs
il2J Relatively pennanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
D Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
I2J Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
D Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
D Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs
D Impoundments of jurisdictional waters
D 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: 3,993 linear feet: 6.44 width (ft) and/or 0.59 acres.
Wetlands: 0.01 acres.

c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987Delineation Manual
Elevation of established OHWM (ifknown):varies.

2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3
D Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and detennined to be not jurisdictional.
Explain:

I Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section 1II 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).
J Supporting documentation is presented in Section 1II.F.

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A. TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs

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Section III.A.l and Section III.D.l. only; ifthe aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.l and 2
and Section III.D.l.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.

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1. TNW
Identify TNW:

Summarize rationale supporting determination:

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2. Wetland adjacent to TNW
Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is "adjacent":

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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.

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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.

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A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and
EP A 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.

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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.l for
the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section 111.8.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite
and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.

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1. Characteristics of non- TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

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(i) General Area Conditions:
Watershed size: 357 acres
Drainage area: 357 acres
Average annual rainfall: 40.3 inches
Average annual snowfall: 5 inches

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(a) Relationship with TNW:
[gI Tributary flows directly into TNW.
o Tributary flows through PickList tributaries before entering TNW.

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Project waters are 1 (orciess) river miles from TNW.
Project waters are Pickliist river miles from RPW.
Project waters are 1 (or'Jess) aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Project waters are PiekList aerial (straight) miles from RPW.
Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:

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Identify flow route to TNW5: Directly into TNW.
Tributary stream order, ifknown: 2ND and 3RD Order.

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Tributary is: [gJ Natural
D Artificial (man-made). Explain:
D Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:

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Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):
A verage width: 8 feet
Average depth: 4-6 feet
Average side slopes: Vertical (l:l orless).

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[gJ Silts [gJ Sands
[gJ Cobbles [gJ Gravel
[gJ Bedrock [gJ Vegetation. Type/% cover: 25%
D Other. Explain:

D Concrete
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Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: moderate to weak run/riffle/pool complexes.
Tributary geometry: Rela1;ivelystraight
Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): 1.8 %

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Tributary provides for: Seasonalflow
Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: 20 (or greater)
Describe flow regime: continual.
Other information on duration and volume:

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Surface flow is: Discrete and confined. Characteristics:

Subsurface flow: Unknown. Explain findings:
D Dye (or other) test performed:

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Tributary has (check all that apply):
[gJ Bed and banks
[gJ OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):
[gJ clear, natural line impressed on the bank [gJ the presence oflitter and debris
[gJ changes in the character of soil 0 destruction of terrestrial vegetation
[gJ shelving D the presence of wrack line
[gJ vegetation matted down, bent, or absent [gJ sediment sorting
[gJ leaf litter disturbed or washed away [gJ scour
[gJ sediment deposition [gJ multiple observed or predicted flow events
[gJ water staining [gJ abrupt change in plant community
D other (list):

D Discontinuous OHWM.7 Explain:

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D High Tide Line indicated by: D Mean High Water Mark indicated by:
D oil or scum line along shore objects D survey to available datum;
D fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) D physical markings;
D physical markings/characteristics D vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.
D tidal gauges
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Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).
Explain: silt laden.
Identify specific pollutants, ifknown:

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6 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 tbere 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.
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(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):
o Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width):
~ Wetland fringe. Characteristics: In one area.
o Habitat for:
o Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
o Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
o Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings:
~ Aquatic/wildlife diversity, Explain findings: crayfish and macroinvertebrate observed.

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(a) General Wetland Characteristics:
Properties:
Wetland size:O.OI acres
Wetland type. Explain: wetlands seep adjacent to stream.
Wetland quality. Explain:Moderate.
Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: no.

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Flow is: Perennialflow. Explain:

Surface flow is: Confined
Characteristics: confined by topography.

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o Dye (or other) test perfonned:

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~ Directly abutting
o Not directly abutting
o Discrete wetland hydrologic connection, Explain:
o Ecological connection. Explain:
o Separated by bennlbarrier. Explain:

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Project wetlands are 1 (orless) river miles from TNW.
Project waters are 1 (orless) aerial (straight) miles from TNW.
Flow is from: Wetlandt()lla~gablewaters.
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Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed
characteristics; etc.). Explain: dingy and silty.
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o Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):
~ Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain:50% herbacious wetland vegetation cover.
o Habitat for:
o Federally Listed species. Explain findings:
o Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:
o Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings:
~ Aquatic/wildlife diversity, Explain findings:Aquatic wildlife observed with limited diversity.

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All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: 1
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Dircctlv abuts? (YIN)

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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
ofa 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.

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Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapallos 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
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1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain
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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 1I1.D: NA.

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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
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D. DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL
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D TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres.
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~ Tributaries ofTNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that
tributary is perennial: has continual flow and defined bed and bank.
D Tributaries ofTNW where tributaries have continuous flow "seasonally" (e.g., typically three months each year) are
jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section 1I1.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows
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Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
[g\ Tributary watcrs: 3,993 linear feet 6.44 width (ft).
o Other non-wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:

3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
o 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 lILe.

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):
o Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).
o Other non-wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:

4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
181 Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.
[gI Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale
indicating that tributary is perennial in Section Ill.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is
directly abutting an RPW: The wetland abuts an unnamed tributary that flows directly into the South Yadkin
River.

o Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow "seasonally." Provide data indicating that tributary is
seasonal in Section III.B and rationale in Section Ill.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly
abutting an RPW:

Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: O.5acres.

5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
o 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 IILe.

Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.

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Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.
o 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 1II.e.

Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.

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Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9
As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.
o Demonstrate that impoundment was created from "waters of the U.S.," or
.0 Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or
o 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
o which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.
o from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce,
o which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.
o Interstate isolated waters. Explain:
o Other factors. Explain:

8See Footnote # 3,
9 To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section I1I.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook.
10 Prior to asserting or declining CW A jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EP A HQ for
review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EP A Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

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Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):
o Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft),
o Other non-wetland waters: acres.
Identify type(s) of waters:
o Wetlands: acres.

F. NON-JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
o 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.
o Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.
o Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in "SWANCC," the review area would have been regulated based solelv on the
"Migratory Bird Rule" (MBR).
o Waters do not meet the "Significant Nexus" standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:
o Other: (explain, ifnot 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):
o Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).
o Lakes/ponds: acres.
o Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
o 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):
o Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).
o Lakes/ponds: acres.
o Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:
o 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):
['gI Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:
['gI Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.
o Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.
o Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.
o Data sheets prepared by the Corps:
o Corps navigable waters' study:
['gI U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
o USGS NHD data.
o USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.
o U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:
!81 USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:
o National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:
o State/Local wetland inventory map(s):
o FEMNFIRM maps:
o I OO-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)
o Photographs: 0 Aerial (Name & Date):
or 0 Other (Name & Date):
['gI Previous determination(s), File no. and date ofresponse letter:
o Applicable/supporting case law:
o Applicable/supporting scientific literature:
o Other information (please specify):

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD:

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STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET

Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP
3, Date ofevalmuion: February 5,2009 4. Time o[evalllation: 8:30 am
5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6. River basin: South Yadkin
7. Approximate crainage area: 78 Acres 8. Stream order: 1 ST
9. Length of read! evaluated: 1,621 Feet 10. County: lredell
11. Site coordinates (if known): prefer in decimal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any);Girl Scouts Environmental Academy
Latitude (ex, 34,872'!2): 35.891933 Longitude (ex -77.5.56611): -80.8459
Method location dClemlined (circle): UPS Topo Sheet Ortho (Aenal) Photo/GIS Other GIS Other Stream/W etland ID Map
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying streamls) location):
Stream 1 - View Map
14. Proposed channel work (if any): None - To be buffered
15. Recent weatbr conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month,
16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped
17. Identify any special waterway classifications known: _Section 10 Tidal \Vaters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Waters _Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters _Water Supply Watershed ~(l-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? @ NO If yes, estimate the water surface area: 1,163 Acres
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: -2-% Residential _'% Commercial _% Industrial 45 % Agricultural

45 % Forested

_% Cleared I Logged _% Other (

22. Bankfull width: 6 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 3-5 Feet

24. Channel slop;' dmvn center of stream: _Flat (0 to 2%)) _Gentle (2 to 4'%) ]LModerate (4 to 10%) _Steep (>10%)

25. Channel simmsity: _Straight _Occasional bends ~Frequent meander _Very sinuous _Braided channel

Instructions for completion of workshcet (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
charactcristicsid;;ntified 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 fom1 used to evaluate each
reach. The total score ~ssigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of ] 00 representing a stream of the
highest quality.

Total Score (from rcverse):

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Comments:

Evaluator's Signature Date February 5, 2009
This channel evaluation form is intended to be used onl)' as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering thc data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total score resulting from the completion of tllis form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular mitigation ratio or requirement. Form subject to change - version 06/03. To Conmlent, please call 919-876-8441 x 26,

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STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET

Provide the folh\\ving information for the stream reach under assessment:

1. Applicant's m:um~: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP

3. Date of evaluation: February 5, 2009 4. Time of evaluation: 9:30 am

5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6. River basin: South Yadkin
1 ST & 2ND
i. Approximate crainage area: 107 Acres 8. Stream order:

2,790 Feet 10. County: lredell

11. Site coordim::es (ifknown): prefer in dCClmal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any):Girl Scouts Environmental Academy
-80.839642
Longitude (ex. -77.556(11):

Method location lbennined (CIrcle): GPS Topo Sheet Ortho (Aenall Photo/GIS Other GIS Other Stream/Wetland ID Map
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
Portion of Stream 4 being used for mitigation & Stream 5 - View Map

14. Proposed ch<nnel work (if any): None - To be buffered

IS. Recent weatkr conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month.

16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped

9. Length ofreacll evaluated:

Latitude lex, 34,87:'..12):

35.895203

1 i. Identify any ':necial waterway classifications known: _Section 10

_Tidal Waters

_Essential Fisheries Habitat

Trout Water _Outstanding Resource Waters Nutrient Sensitive Waters _Water Supply Watershed In-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? @ NO If yes. estimate the water surface area: 0.5 Acres
19. Does channe' appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: .2,% Residential _'% Commercial _% lndustrial 45 % Agricultural

45 % Forested

_% Cleared! Logged _%. Other (

22. Bankfull width: 4-5 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 3-4 Feet

24. Channel slop" down center of stream: _Flat (0 to 2%) _Gentle (2 to 4%) llModerate (4 to 10%) _Steep (>10%)

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 ili::ntified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation, If a
characteristic ca'mat be evaluated due to site or weather conditions, enter 0 in the scoring box and provide an explanation in the
comment sectio]:. Where there are obvious changes in the character of a stream under review (e.g., the stream flows from a pasture
into a forest). th: 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 must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality,

Total Score (from reverse):

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Comments:

Evaluator's Signature Date February 5,2009
This channel evaluation form is intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the clata required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The tHtal score resulting from the completion of this form Is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
particular miti:;ation ratio or requirement. Foml subject to change - version 06/03, To Comment, please call 919-876-8441 x 26,

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STREAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT \VORKSHEET

Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP
3. Date of evalm.:ion: February 5, 2009 4. Time of evaluation 10:00 am
5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6. River basin: South Yadkin
1 ST & 2ND
7. Approximate c7ainage area: 72 Acres 8. Stream order:
1,582 Feet 10. Coumy: lredell
11. Site coordinates (ifkno\vn): prefer in deCImal degrees 12. Subdivision name (ifany):Girl Scouts Environmental Academy
-80.835411
Longitude (ex -77.5561; J I):

9. Length ofreacll evaluated:

Lalttudc lex, 34,872; 12):

35.896028

IVlethod location d",ermined (CIrcle): GPS Topo Sheet Ortho (Aenal) Pboto/GIS Other GIS Other Stream/Wetland ID Map
13. Location of r",ach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
Streams 7 & 8 - View Map

14. Proposed ch:mnel work (if any): None - To be buffered

15. Recent weather conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month.

16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped

17. Identify any :;pecial waterway classifications h.-novm: _Section 10 Tidal Waters _Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Water _Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive \Vaters _Water Supply Watershed l(l-IV)
18. Is there a pond aT lake located upstream of the evaluation point? @ NO If yes, estimate the water surface area: 1.1 Acres
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: ~% Residential _% Commercial _0,,'0 Industrial 45 % Agricultural

45 % Forested

_0;;, Cleared! Logged _0/0 Other (

22. Bankfull width: 4-5 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 3-4 Feet

24. Channel slopl' down centeT of stream: _Flat (0 to 2%) _Gentle (2 to 4%)) ]LModerate (4 to lOo"o) _Stecp (>10%)

25. Channel sinuosity: _Straight _Occasional bends ~Frequent meander _Very sinuous _Braided channel

Instructions fol' 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 eeoregion, 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 aTe 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 fom) used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.

Total Score (from reverse):

59

Comments:

Evaluator's Sionature Date February 5, 2009
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This channel evaluation form is intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
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Provide the following information for the stream reacb under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP
3. Date of evalumion: February 5, 2009 4. Time of evaluation: 10:30 am
5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6. River basin: South Yadkin
7. Approximate drainage area: 42 Acres 8. Stream order: 1 ST

9. Length of reacb evaluated: 4,240 Feet

10. County: lredell

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11. Site coordinmes (ifknown): prefer in decImal degrees.

Latitude lex. 34872}12): 35.896097

J\lelhod location dc,ennined (circle): GPS Topo Shee( Ortho (Aerial) Photo/GlS Other GIS Other Stream/Wetland ID Map
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
Portion of Stream 6 being preserved - View Map

14. Proposed channel work (if any): None - To be buffered

15. Recent weather conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month.

16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped

17. Identify any special wateIVlay classifications known: Section 10 _Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
_Trout Water" _Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive '.Vaters _Water Suppiy Watershed ~(I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point'? YES @Ifyes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map'? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: ~ % Residential _0/0 Commercial _"lc, Industrial 40 % Agricultural

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_ % Cleared! Logged _ '% Other

22. Bankfull width: 4-5 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bunk): 3-5 Feet

24. Channel slopt; dO\\l1 center of stream: _Flat (0 to 2%) _Gentle (2 to 4%) lModerate (4 to 10%1) _Steep (>10%)

25. Channel sinuosity: _Straight _Occasional bends ~Frequent meander _Very sinuous _Braided channel

Instructions fot' completion of 'Worksheet (located on page 2): Begin by detemlining 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 id::ntified 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 fom1 used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.

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Evaluator's Signature Date February 5,2009
This channel evaluation form is intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the data required by the United States Arm)' Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. ThE' total score resulting from the completion of this form 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 919-876-844 J x 26.

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17. Identify any special waterway classifications known: Section 10 _Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout Water _Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters _Water Supply Watershed ~(I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES @Ifyes. estimate the water surface area:
19. Does chaune' appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: _0/0 Residential % Commercial _% Industrial 50 % Agricultural

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22. Bankfull width: 4-5 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 3-4 Feet

24. Channel slop;; down center of stream: _Flat (0 to 2%) _Gentle (2 to 4 %1) lLModerate (4 to 10%) _Steep (> 10%)

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 sho\\-'O for the ecoregion. Page 3 provides a brief description of how to review the
characteristics i6cntified 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 flo\vs from a pasture
into a forest), th,,: 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 must range between 0 and 100, with a score of 100 representing a stream of the
highest quality.

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Evaluator's Sionature Date February 5, 2009
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This channel evaluation form is intended to be used only as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the datil required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
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Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP
3. Date of evaluation: February 5, 2009 4. Time of evaluation: 11 :30 am
5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6. River basin: South Yadkin
7. Approximate cminage area: 103.97 Acres 8. Stream order: 1 ST
9. Length of reach evaluated: 3,373 Feet 10. County: lredell
11. Site coordinates (ifknown): prefer in decImal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any):Girl Scouts Environmental Academy
Latitude (ex 34,872 12): 35.890731 Longitude (ex -77.556611): -80.827756
Method location d;\;crmined (circle): GPS Topo Sheet Ortho (Aerial) Photo/GIS Other GIS Other StreamlW etland ID Map
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) iocation):
Stream 12.- View Map
] 4. Proposed channel work (if any): None - To be buffered
15. Recent weath:;r conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month.
16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped

17. Identify any ;.;pecial waterway classifications kno\vn: _Section 10 Tidal Waters Essential Fisheries Habitat
Trout WateI' _Oul<;tanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters _Water Supply Watershed lO-IV)
18. ]51 there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES @IfyeS, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated watershed land use: .!.Q.. % Residential _ ~,~ Commercial _ % IndustTial 45 %, Agricultural

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22. Bankfull width: 4-5 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 3-6 Feet

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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 eeoregion. 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
conm1ent 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 fonn used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of ] 00 representing a stream of the
highest quality.

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Evaluator's Signature Date February 5, 2009
This channel evaluation form is intended to be used Oldy as a guide to assist landowners and environmental professionals in
gathering the (lata required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminaI1' assessment of stream
quality. The tntal score resulting from the completion of this form 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 919-876-844] x 26.

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Provide the following information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP
3. Date of evaluation: February 5, 2009 4. Time of evaluation: 9:30 am
5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6, River basin: South Yadkin
7, Approximate l;~ainage area: 135 Acres 8. Stream order: 2ND
9. Length of reach evaluated: 2,790 Feet 10, County: Iredell
11. Site coordinates (ifknown); prefer in decimal degrees, 12. Subdivision name (if any):Girl Scouts Environmental Academy
Latitudc (CX. 34.872312); 35.892689 Longitude lCX" 77,556611): -80.836569
Method locatIon dmermined (circle): GPS ~po S~ Ortho (Aerial) Photo/GIS Other GIS Other Stream/Wetland ID Map
13, Location ofrcach under evaluation (note nearoy roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
Portion of Stream 4 being Inundated - View Map
14. Proposed channel work (if any); None - To be buffered
15. Recent weather conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month.
16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped
17. Identify any;pecial waterway classifications known: Section 10 Tidal Waters _Essential Fisheries Habitat
_Trout Water> _Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters _Water Supply Watershed ~(I-IV)
18. Is there a pond OT lake located upstream of the evaluation point? @ NO If yes, estimate the water surface area: 0.5 Acres
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: --2..% Residential _% Commercial _% Industrial 45 % Agricultural

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22. Bankfull width: 4-5 Feet 23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 3-4 Feet

24, Channel slopc' down center of stream: _Flat (0 to 2%) _Gentle (2 to 4%) ]LModerate (4 to 10%) _Steep (>10%)

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), th" stream may be divided into smaller reaches that display more continuity, and a separate fOl1n used to evaluate each
reach. The total score ass.igned to a strcam reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of lOO representing a stream of the
highest quality.

Total Score (from reverse): 55 Comments: The upper reach of this stream segment is equal to
the portion of Stream 4 that is being preserved and used for mitigation (the score represents this segment). The lower reach
becomes deeply entrenched, contains unstable banks, contains sediment deposits and provides little habitat for aquatic species

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gathering the data required by the United States Army Corps of Engineers to make a preliminary assessment of stream
quality. The total score resulting from the completion of this form is subject to USACE approval and does not imply a
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Ilrovide the following information for the stream reach under assessment:
1. Applicant's name: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Coucil 2. Evaluator's name: Michael Brame/ECS Carolinas, LLP
3. Date of evalumion: February 5,2009 4. Time of evalualion: 10:30 am
5. Name of stream: Unnamed 6. River basin: South Yadkin
7. Approximate crainage area: 343 Acres 8. Stream order: 1 ST
9. Length of reach evaluated: 4,240 Feet 10. County: Ired ell
11. Site coordinates (if known): prefer in decimal degrees. 12. Subdivision name (if any):Girl Scouts Environmental Academy
Latttude (ex, 34,872312): 35.888661 Longitude (ex. -77556611): -80.836736
Method locatIOn dttenuined (circle): GPS Topo Sheet Ortho (Aerial) Photo/GIS Other GiS Other Stream/W etland ID Map
13. Location of reach under evaluation (note near y roads and landmarks and attach map identifying stream(s) location):
Portion of Stream 6 being inundated - View Map
14. Proposed channel work (if any): None - To be buffered
15. Recent weather conditions: Moderate precipitation within last month.
16. Site conditions at time of visit: Undeveloped
17. Identify any special waterway classifications h.'TIown: Section 10 _Tidal Waters _Essential Fisheries Habitat
_Trout Waters _Outstanding Resource Waters _ Nutrient Sensitive Waters _ WateT Supply Watershed ~(I-IV)
18. Is there a pond or lake located upstream of the evaluation point? YES @Ifyes, estimate the water surface area:
19. Does channel appear on USGS quad map? @ NO 20. Does channel appear on USDA Soil Survey? YES NO
21. Estimated wmershed land use: lQ..'VrJ Residential _% Commercial _% Industrial 40 % Agricultural

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24. Channel slo]1L' down center of stream: _Flat (0 to 2~o)
25. Channel sinuosity: _Straight _Occasional bends

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23. Bank height (from bed to top of bank): 5-7 Feet
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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 id'Jntified in the worksheet. Scores should reflect an overall assessment of the stream reach under evaluation. Ifa
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 fom) used to evaluate each
reach. The total score assigned to a stream reach must range between 0 and 100, with a score of ] 00 representing a stream of the
highest quality.

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reach of stream that is being mundated WIth the exception of a short reach is deeply incised. The banks are unstable in areas.
1 he SOlIs outSIde of the channel are bright and well drained. The stream has been straightened and further impacted by timber
harvestmg. The streams that are being preserved and placed into a conservation easement as part of this proiect are of better
quality than the streams being inundated.

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This channel evaluation form is intended 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 score resulting from the completion of tbis form is sub.ject to USACE approval and does not imply a
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THE GIRL SCOUT ENVIRONMENTAL
ACADEMY AT OAK SPRINGS
FAIRMONT ROAD
STATESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA

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HARMONY, NC QUADRANGLE
DATED 1993

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GIRL SCOUT CAMP DAM
STATESVILLE, NC
Offline Reservoir Alternative

CONSTRUCTION BID SCHEDULE
NO. BID ITEM QTY UNIT PRlCE COST
1 Mobilization and Demobilization JOB LS $60,000.00 $82,000.00
2 Clearing and Grubbing 15 ACRE $2,700.00 $40,500.00
3 Stream Diversions and Construction Dewatering JOB LS $10,000.00 $10,000.00
4 Excavation 550000 YD3 $3.00 $1,650,000.00
5 Earthfill 55000 CY $3.75 $206,250.00
6 Pollution Control JOB FT $25,000.00 $25,000.00
7 48" Precast Concrete Spillway Riser 36 FT2 $310.00 $11,160.00
8 24-inch Diameter Ductile Iron Pipe 270 FT2 $200.00 $54,000.00
9 Reinforced Concrete Riser Foundation Base 20 CY $1,000.00 $20,000.00
10 Non-Reinforced Concrete Pipe Cradle and Collar 65 CY $1,000.00 $65,000.00
11 Reinforced Concrete Outlet Basin JOB LS
12 12-Inch Diameter Reservoir Drain Gate JOB LS $3,000.00 $3,000.00
13 Embankment Drain System . JOB LS $76,000.00 $76,000.00
14 Rock Riprap Wave Protection 1000 CY $45.00 $45,000.00
15 Rock Riprap Plunge Pool 600 CY $45.00 $27,000.00
16 Trash Guard for Riser JOB LS $5,000.00 $5,000.00
17 Trash Rack for Drain Gate JOB LS $700.00 $700.00
18 Seeding and Mulching 5 LS $2,500.00 $12,500.00
19 Engineering Design JOB LS $50,000.00 $50,000.00
20 Engineering Observation JOB LS $60,000.00 $60,000.00
21 Engineering Testing JOB LS $20,000.00 $20,000.00
TOTAL $2,463,110.00

UNIT DEFINITIONS: LS=Lump Sum, CY=Cubic Yard, FT=Foot, EA=Each, ACRE

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