20191333 Ver 1_PCN Form Submission_20191002

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Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
September 29, 2018 Ver 3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance into the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned *
Version#*
20191333
1
Is a payment required for this project?*
* No payment required
What amout is owed?*
* Fee received
r $240.00
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
r $570.00
Reviewing Office* Select Project Reviewer*
Mooresville Regional Office - [phone] Alan Johnson:eads\adjohnsonl
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Upper Torrence Creek Tributary No. 1 Stream Restoration Project
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Kristi Suggs
1 b. Primary Contact Email:*
ksuggs@wild landseng.com
Date Submitted
10/2/2019
Nearest Body of Water
Torrence Creek
Basin
Catawba
Water Classification
WS -Iv
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
35.433144 -80.852342
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Mecklenburg
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
V Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
F Section 10 Permit (navigable venters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1 b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
P Nationwide Permit (NWP)
F- Regional General Permit (RGP)
r- Standard (IP)
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]

1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
rJ 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
F Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
F Individual Permit
27 - Restoration
1e. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
F 401 Water Quality Certification - Express
r- Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r- Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r- Yes r- No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes r No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
r- Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
F- Owner PF Applicant (other than owner)
1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD submittal
package.
2b. Deed book and page no.:
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD submittal
package.
2c. Responsible party:
Mecklenburg County Manager's Office
2d. Address
Street Address
600 E. Fourth Street, 11th Floor
Address Line 2
CKY
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28202
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
29. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
State / Province / Fujian
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
r Yes r No
ryes r No

3a. Name:
Leslie Johnson
3b. Business Name:
Mecklenburg County Manager's Office
3c.Address
Street Address
600 E. Fourth Street, 11th Floor
Address Line 2
City
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28202
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(d appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/town:
Huntersville
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
See attached Property Owner/Parcel
Information Sheet
State / Frwinoe / %gbn
NC
Country
USA
3e. Fax Number:
2b. Property size:
18.8
2c. Project Address
Street Address
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD submittal package.
Address Line 2
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD submittal package.
Qty
State / Rwince / Fbgion
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD
submittal package.
submittal package.
Postal / Zip Code
Country
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD
See attached Property Owner/Parcel Information Sheet. Included as part of the JD
submittal package.
submittal package.
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Torrence Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
WS -IV
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Catawba
3d. Please provide the 12 -digit HUC in which the project is located.
030401050101
4. Project Description and History
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
The project area is primarily located within the wooded floodplain of Torrence Creek Tributary #1 and/or its tributaries; however, portions of the project lie within maintained residential
yards, maintained power line and sewer easements, and/or within North Mecklenburg Park. General land use adjacent to the project area include roadways, residential neighborhoods,
recreation park facilities, and commercial.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)
Torrence Trib 1_Fig2_USGS Map.pdf 569.8KB

4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
Torrence Trib 1_Fig4_Soils Map.pdf 830.53KB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
1.581
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
9,061
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The project proposes to implement a mix of stream restoration and enhancement throughout the project area, which will improve stream stability, reduce sediment loading, improve in -
stream aquatic habitat, reconnect the stream to its floodplain, and establish a native riparian corridor. Additionally, the project proposes to implement a variety of storm drainage
improvements within an established residential neighborhood and replace failing and install new bike trail crossings within North Mecklenburg Park.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
Work along Torrence Creek Tributary 1 and Delancey Tributary will consist of a combination of Priority II Restoration and Enhancement I. Enhancement work will include a combination
of localized bank grading, bench establishment, inlstream structure placement, and minor realignment. In -stream structures will include log vanes, log sills, constructed riffles, brush
toes, rock cross vanes, and vegetated geolifts with boulder toes. Restoration work implemented along portions of each tributary are designed to establish a crosslsectional area sized
for frequent overbank flows, a stable bed with variable bedforms, well vegetated bank slopes, and improvements to aquatic habitat. In -stream structures will include brush toes, log
vanes, vegetated geolifts with boulder toes, a combination of constructed, jazz, woody, and angled log riffles, rock and log j -hooks, log sills, rock and log vanes, and Iunker logs.
A combination of restoration and enhancement is proposed on Park North Tributary (Park North) and Park South Tributary (Park South). Rock step pool cascades are proposed along
the upstream portions of both tributaries to stabilize active headcuts, while bench grading is proposed along the Park North and excavation of a bankfull bench is proposed along the
Park South until their confluence with Torrence Creek Tributary 1. Additional stream work along Park South will include inlstream structure placement, minor realignment of the channel,
and the replacement of a culverted trail crossing with a prefabricated steel pedestrian bridge. In -stream structures will include vegetated geolifts with boulder toes, constructed riffles,
and log sills. Lastly, two existing culverted crossings, each located within an overhead utility easement of Park North and Park South, will be retrofitted with concrete headwalls.
Restoration work along the downstream portion of Park South Tributary A to its tie-in with Park South and mid -reach of Ricksted Tributary will consist of a series of rock step pool
cascades. In addition, approximately thirty-five linear feet of boulder toe protection will also be implemented along the left bank of Ricksted Tributary. Additional work conducted
throughout the project will include the following:
The installation of a new trail crossing with a prefabricated steel pedestrian bridge along an upstream section of Torrence Creek Tributary 1 within the Mecklenburg County Park,
The relocation of existing storm drainage pipes and outfall stabilization along Delancey Tributary to reduce stream bank erosion, and
The relocation of an existing pedestrian bridge along Delancey Tributary.
Most of the project area will be placed in a stormdrainage easement. The project streambanks, floodplains, and wetland areas will be planted with native tree, shrub, herbaceous
species to re-establish a wooded riparian buffer in areas that are currently lacking buffer.
Excavators will be used for channel and floodplain excavation, as well as for bank grading, while articulated and track trucks will be used for hauling soil. Small equipment such as mini
excavators and skid steers may also be used during grading activities. Lastly, cranes and/or other specialized equipment will be used for the placement of new prefabricated bridges
and the relocation of existing trail bridge structures.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
Torrence Creek Tributary No. 1_planset.pdf 29.48MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
O Yes
O No
Comments:
PJD Application is included in this submittal.
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?*
O Preliminary O Approved O Not Verified O Unknown r WA
Corps AID Number:
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Ian Eckardt, Kristi Suggs, Jeff Turner, & Henry Reed
Agency/Consultant Company: Wildlands Engineering, Inc.
Other:
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
5 - Torrence Trib 1_pJDSubmittal_All.pdf
3 - TorrenceTrib1_PJDFigs.pdf
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes c No
14.48MB
4.85MB
4 Unknown
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
Unknown
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory

1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
J7 Wetlands PI Streams -tributaries ❑ Buffers
❑ Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.149
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.153
2h. Comments:
29. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.004
Stream restoration and enhancement measures will impact wetlands. However, these activities are designed to have an overall long-term positive
ecological effect with the use of natural channel design techniques throughout the project, which will improve stream and wetland functions and habitat
and establish flood storage.
3. Stream Impacts
2a1 Reason(?)
2b. Impact type * M
2c. Type of W.
2d. W. name *
2e. Forested*
2f. Type of
Jurisdicition*(?)
2g. Impact
area*
W1
Construction Access
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland B
Both
0.114
W2
Construction Access
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland B
No
Both
0.005
Both
10
87
(sores)
W3
Construction Access
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland C
Yes
Both
0.003
(acres)
W4
Construction Access
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland G
No
Both
0.019
Reach 1
Aver�e(feet)
(Irx�rfeet)
S3
(acres)
W5
Minor grading
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland G
�N.
Both
0.004
Reach 1
Aver�e(feet)
(acres)
W6
Construction Access
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland E
Yes
Both
0.003
375
1
(acres)
Aver�e(feet)
Excavation
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland E
Yes
Both
0.003
Both
10
62
(acres)
W8
Fill
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland H
Yes
Both
0.001
Torrence Creek Tributa rY
Perennial
Both
10
160
(acres)
W9
Construction Access
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Wetland H
Yes
Both
0.001
Te ora
mP rY
JL
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
10
136
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.149
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.153
2h. Comments:
29. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.004
Stream restoration and enhancement measures will impact wetlands. However, these activities are designed to have an overall long-term positive
ecological effect with the use of natural channel design techniques throughout the project, which will improve stream and wetland functions and habitat
and establish flood storage.
3. Stream Impacts
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type *
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name *
3e. Stream Type *][3f.
Type of
3g. S. width *
3h. Impact
❑
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S7
Construction Access
Te ora
� rY
Other
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Intermittent
Both
10
87
Reach 1
Average (feet)
(irx�rfeet)
S2
Construction Access
Tem ora
p rY
Other
Torrence Creek Tributa rY
Perennial
Both
10
39
Reach 1
Aver�e(feet)
(Irx�rfeet)
S3
Construction Access
Te ora rY
Other
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
10
45
Reach 1
Aver�e(feet)
(irx�feet)
S4ryEnhancement
Permanent
Excavation
ce Creek Tributary
FRear
Perennial
Both
10
375
1
Aver�e(feet)
(Ir�rfeet)
SS
Enhancement
Te ora
� rY
Bank Stabilization
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
10
62
Reach 1
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S6
Enhancement
Permanent
Excavation
Torrence Creek Tributa rY
Perennial
Both
10
160
Reach 1
Average (feet)
linear feet)
S7
Enhancement
Te ora
mP rY
Bank Stabilisation
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
10
136
Reach 2
Ave �e (feet)
(in�rfeet)
S8
Enhancement
Permanent
Excavation
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
10
212
Reach 2
Average (feet)
linear feet)
S9
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Torrence Creek Tributa rY
Perennial
Both
15
1,255
Reach 2 & 3
Average (feet)
(irx�feet)
S10
Enhancement
Permanent
Excavation
Torrence Creek Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
15
167
Reach 3
Ave �e (feet)
(in�rfeet)

S11
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Torrence Creek TributaryPerennial
Both
15
614
Reach 3
Average (feet)
(Gr�rfed)
S12
Enhancement
Permanent
Excavation
Torrence Creek Tributary
ry
Perennial
Both
15
311
Reach 4
Average (feet)
(linear fed)
S13
Enhancement -1
Permanent
Relocation
J
Torrence Creek Tributa rY
Perennial
Both
15
218
Reach 4
Avarage (feet)
(Gr�fed)
S14
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Park North Tributary
Intermittent
Both
5
68
Avarage (fed)
(linear fed)
F
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Park North Tributary
Perennial
Both
5
264
Avarage (fed)
(linear fed)
S16
Culvert Headwall
Permanent
Culvert
Park North Tributary
Perennial
Both
5
3
Avarage (feet)
(linear fed)
S17
Culvert Headwall
Permanent
Culvert
Park North Tributary
Perennial
Both
5Avar�e
4(Grfed)
(Feed)
S18
Enhancement 7
Permanent
Excavation
Park North Tributary
Perennial
Both
5
124
Avar�e(fed)
(Gr�ear fed)
S79
Restoration 7
Permanent
Relocation
Park South TributaryIntermittent
Both
5
72
Average (fed)
(linear feet)
S20
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Park South Tributary
ry
Perennial
Both
5
905
Average (feet)
(Fr�rfed)
S21
Culvert Headwall 7
Permanent
Culvert
Tributary
Park South Tributa
Perennial
Both
5
5
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S22
Culvert Headwall
Permanent
Culvert
Tributary Park South Tributa
Perennial
Both
5
3
Averac,7e (feet)
(linear feet)
S23
Enhancement
Permanent
Excavation
Park South Tributa
Tributary
Perennial
Both
5
140
Average (fed)
(linearfed)
S24
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Park South Tributary
rY
Perennial
Both
5
100
Average (fed)
(linearfed)
S25
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Park South Tributa A
ry
Intermittent
Both
3
63
Average (fed)
(Gr�rfed)
S26
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Ricksted Tributary
ry
Perennial
Both
5
289
Average (fed)
(Gr�rfed)
S27
fonstruction Access 7
Temporary
Other
Ricksted Tributary
Perennial
Both
5
40
Aver�e(fed)
(linear feet)
S2g
Pipe extension & realignment
Permanent
Stabilization
Delancey Tributary
Perennial
Both
8
27
Aver�e(fed)
(linear fed)
S29
Enhancement 7
Temporary
Bank Stabilization J
Delancey Tributary
Perennial
Both
8
255
Aver�e(feet)
(linear fed)
S30
Restoration
Permanent
Relocation
Delancey Tributary
Y ry
Perennial
Both
8
287
Average (feet)
(linear fed)
S31
Tie in grading
9 9
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
UT3
Intermittent
Both
3
21
Average (feet)
(linear fe.d)
S
�2�Constructionp
Access
Tem orar y
Other
UT4
Intermittent
Both
3
17
Avar�e(fed)
(lirrfed)
S 33
Tie in grading
99
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Ui4
Intermittent
Both
3
39
Avar�e(fed)
(linear fed)
�4�Construction
Access 7
Temporary
Other
UT5
Intermittent
Both
3Ave
4Qi
ale (fed)
xfed)
S 35
Tie in grading
99
Permanent
Bank Stabilization J
Ui5
Intermittent
Both
3
29
Avarage (feet)
(linear fed)
S36
Construction Access
Tem orar
p y
Other
UI-6Perennial
Both
4
20
Avarage (fed)
(lir�earfed)
S37
Tie in grading
9 9
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
lJT6
Perennial
Both
4
13
Avarage (feet)
(linearfed)
S38
Tie in grading
Temporary
Bank Stabilization A
UT7
Perennial
Both
4
23
Average (fed)
(linear fed)
S39
Construction Access 7
Temporary
Other
U173
Intermittent
Both
3
24
Average (feet)
(Fr�rfed)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts: 3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
5,768 790

31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
5304
3j. Comments:
Total Impacts should read as 6,558 LF. Section 3i is not adding up the impacts correctly. Stream restoration and enhancement measures will impact
wetlands. However, these activities are designed to have an overall long-term positive ecological effect with the use of natural channel design
techniques throughout the project, which will improve stream and wetland functions and habitat and establish flood storage.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Stream restoration and enhancement will impact project channels during construction; however, these activities are
designed to have an overall long-term positive effect using natural channel design techniques throughout to restore
and improve stream function and habitat and establish flood storage. Stream impacts will be avoided or minimized to project reaches that exhibit less
instability and incision. These reaches are generally proposed for localized bank grading activities, stabilization measures, and/or structure placement.
The restored stream corridor will be native riparian vegetation. Stream alignments of restoration reaches and construction access roads were
designed to avoid existing wetlands as much as possible and minimize grading and access impacts. Construction access will use existing permanent
crossings when feasible.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Project construction will be done in the dry as much as possible through offline construction and pumping around
when working in existing online channels which will minimize sedimentation to aquatic systems. Newly constructed
channel banks will be stabilized using biodegradable coir fiber matting, seeded, and planted with native riparian
species. During construction, a combination of culverts and mud mats will be utilized for temporary construction
crossings. Construction practices will follow guidelines from the NC Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and
Design Manual.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
r Yes r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Compensatory mitigation is not required for activities authorized under a NWP 27 since these activities must result in net increases in aquatic
resource functions and services.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes r No
If no, explain why:
Wetland, stream and buffer restoration project that result in impacts to the riparian buffers are exempt from NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?*
r Yes r No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
r Yes r No
Comments:
The stream restoration project will not add any impervious surfaces to the project area.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r No
1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? *
r Yes r No
Comments:*
This is a Charlotte -Mecklenburg Storm Water Services stream restoration project, which is not subject to NEPA/SEPA requirements.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)

2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0200)?*
r Yes r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r^ Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The project is in an urbanized area where most of the surrounding land has already been developed for commercial and residential purposes. Several
properties and easements were purchased by Mecklenburg County which will serve as buffers immediately adjacent to much of the project area.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
rYes r Nor WA
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
r Yes r No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
r Yes r' No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No
Se. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut anytrees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r' No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r Yes r No
5g(1). If yes, have you inspected the bridge for signs of bat use such as staining, guano, bats, etc.?
r Yes r No
If you answered "Yes" to 5g(1), did you discover any signs of bat use?
r Yes r No r Unknown
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
r Yes r No
r Unknown
St. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
Obtained an official species list (Consultation Code: 04EN1000-2019-SLI-0483) from the USFWS IPAC on 7/25/2019 and a letter for consultation was
requested on the same day. A pedestrian survey was conducted on 5/30 & 5/31/2019. A project review was implemented through IPAC for a result
determination for the NLEB (IPAC Consultation Code: 04EN1000-2019-SLI-0483). On 9/3/2019 a letter was received from the USFWS in regards to
Federally protected species (Log No. 4-2-1-235). Copies of documentation have been uploaded with this submittal.
Consultation Documentation Upload
6 - TorrenceCrkTrib1_USFWS_ReviewRequestSubmittal_20190725.pdf 1.45MB
TorrenceCreekTrib1 Species List_ Asheville Ecological Services Field Office.pdf 335.33KB
19-351—Upper Torrence Creek Tributary 1 Stream Restoration Project_ Mecklenburg Co_USFWS.pdf 335.2KB
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
r Yes r No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Essential Fish Habitat Mapper Website.
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
r Yes r No

7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
A project request for review and comment were submitted to the NC State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) on 7/25/2019. A response from the NC
SHPO was received on 8/23/2019 stating that "We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no historic resources which would be
affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as proposed." Copies of documentation are included in this submittal.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
6 - TorrenceCrkTribl_SHPO_ReviewRequestSubmittal_20190725.pdf 9.17MB
ER 19-2373.pdf 95.45KB
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA -designated 100 -year floodplain?*
F Yes r No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
On April 26, 2019, a "No -Rise" was flood model certification was conducted and submitted with an application for an Individual Floodplain Development
Permit (FDP) to Charlotte -Mecklenburg Storm Water Services. Wildlands is currently waiting on final approval.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
Mecklenburg County NC Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) Panel 4641, Map Number 3710464100K, effective date September 2, 2015.
Miscellaneous
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
TorrenceTribl _Fig6.0-6.4_ImpactMaps.pdf
Signature
V By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
2.69MB
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Leslie Johnson
Signature
Date
10/2/2019

AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
The undersigned landowner, landowner representative, easement holder, or easement holder
representative identified below hereby authorizes Wildlands Engineering, Inc. to act as the agent in
obtaining a Jurisdictional Determination and/or necessary permits/certification (401/404) for the stream
restoration project on the identified parcels in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. As part of the
authorization the landowner, landowner representative, easement holder or representative authorize
access to Wildlands Engineering, Inc, the North Carolina Department of Environment Quality, and the US
Army Corps of Engineers personnel for the evaluation of the property as it relates to the project
including stream and wetland delineations.
Parcel ID: 00934687, 00910127, 00910126, 00910405, 00910407, 00910406,
00924399, 00924398, 00942140, 00942139, 00942138, 00924334,
00924333, 00924332, 00924307, 00924310, 00924311, 00911263,
00942113, 00911119, 00911130, 00911131
Street Address: N/A
Mailing Address: 600 East Fourth Street -11th Floor
Charlotte, NC 28202
Responsible Party:
Phone Number:
Signature:
Date:
Mecklenburg County Manager's Office
(POC: Leslie Johnson)

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ARBOR RIDGE AT HUNTERSVILLE, LLC.
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HAMPTON ATNORTHCROSS, HOMEOWNERS ASSOC, INC.
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FIVE- H LAND CO., INC.
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REGISTER, BRIAN DOUGLAS &JENNY L. LEWIS-REGISTER
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DAUM, ROBERTS. & HEIDI BERTINO-DAUM
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GRIFFITH, MICHELLE YOLANDA
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LLOYD, DAVID R. & KRIS A.
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WILLINGHAM, CORNELIUS VERNON, JR & MICHELLE
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HAMRICK, CHRISTOPHER & MARY
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JONES, WILLIAM E. & ELIZABETH D.
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HOSKINS, ANTHONY W. & DIANE M.
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KUNZ, TODD & JOANNA
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SHARMA, SUNIL & SHERRIL G
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United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
September 3, 2019
Kristi Suggs
Wildlands Engineering, Inc.
1430 South Mint Street, Suite 104
Charlotte, North Carolina 28203
Dear Ms. Suggs:
Subject: Upper Torrence Creek Tributary 1 Stream Restoration Project; Mecklenburg County,
North Carolina
Log No. 4-2-19-325
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) has reviewed the information provided in your
correspondence dated July 25, 2019 wherein you solicit comments regarding potential impacts to
federally protected species that may result from the proposed project. We submit the following
comments in accordance with the provisions of the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e); the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. §4321
et seq.); and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C.
1531-1543) (Act).
Project Description
According to the information provided, the proposed project aims to restore and enhance
approximately 6,700 linear feet of stream channel (unnamed tributary to Upper Torrence Creek
in Huntersville, North Carolina. The proposed work area and adjacent uplands are dominated by
residential and commercial developments. Your correspondence indicated that no federal
agencies are involved in funding or authorizing this action. However, it appears that the
proposed work would require U.S. Army Corps of Engineers authorization for proposed impacts
to waters of the U.S. and possibly authorization from Federal Emergency Management Agency
for associated floodplain impacts.
Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species
According to Service records, suitable summer roosting habitat may be present in the project
area for the federally threatened northern long-eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis). However, the
project would occur at a location where any incidental take that may result from associated
activities is exempt under the 4(d) rule for this species. In the interest of protecting habitats for
this and other species, tree removal should be selective and clearing of vegetation should be
minimized to what is necessary to provide healthy streambank and bed habitats. Reaches with
well -vegetated riparian areas should be first considered for preservation, rather than for
restoration or enhancement activities to preclude unwarranted disturbances to existing habitats.
We encourage you to avoid associated tree clearing activities during the maternity roosting
season from May 15 — August 15, and particularly during the pup season (June 1 — July 31).

On behalf of applicable action agencies, you have determined that the proposed work will have
no effect on any other federally protected species.
Please be aware that in accordance with the Act, it is the responsibility of the appropriate federal
agency or its designated representative to review its activities or programs and to identify any
such activities or programs that may affect endangered or threatened species or their habitats. If
it is determined that the proposed activity may adversely affect any species federally listed as
endangered or threatened, formal consultation with this office must be initiated.
We offer the following general recommendations in the interest of protecting natural resources:
Stream Channel and Bank Restoration
A natural, stable stream system is one that is able to transport a wide range of flows and
associated sediment bed load while maintaining channel features and neither degrading nor
aggrading. Alterations to the dimension, pattern, or profile of the stream channel as well as
changes to streambank vegetation, floodplains, hydrology, or sediment input can significantly
alter this equilibrium. We understand that this stream reach is highly modified, and restoring the
site to a natural state may not be feasible. Still we offer the following recommendations:
1. Only the absolute minimum amount of work should be done within stream channels to
accomplish necessary reconstruction. The amount of disturbance to in -stream and
riparian areas should not exceed what will be stabilized by the end of the workday.
Restoration plans should account for the constraints of the site and the opportunities to
improve stream pattern, dimension, and profile with minimal disturbance.
2. Reconstruction work should follow natural channel design methodologies that are based
on the bank -full, or channel -forming, stage of the stream. Bank -full stage maintains the
natural channel dimensions and transports the bulk of sediment over time. Natural
channel conditions should be identified using a reference reach (nearby stream reaches
that exemplify restoration goals). Restoration design should match the pattern,
dimension, and profile of the reference reach to ensure the project's success. The Service
is available to assist with the identification of reference reaches.
All work in or adjacent to stream waters should be conducted in a dry work area to the
extent possible. Sandbags, cofferdams, bladder dams, or other diversion structures
should be used to prevent excavation in flowing water. These diversion structures should
be removed as soon as the work area is stable.
4. Equipment should not be operated in the stream unless absolutely necessary. Machinery
should be operated from the banks in a fashion that minimizes disturbance to woody
vegetation. Equipment should be: (a) washed to remove any contaminant residue prior
to project construction, (b) in good working order, and (c) checked to ensure there are no
leaks of potential contaminants (such as oil or other lubricants) prior to and during
construction.

5. Streambanks with deep-rooted woody vegetation are the most stable, and stream
restoration efforts should incorporate the use of native vegetation adapted to the site
conditions. Live dormant stakes may be used to reestablish root structure in riparian
areas.
In areas where banks are severely undercut, high, and steep, whole -tree revetment or rock
may be used as a stabilization treatment (small rock, gravel, sand, and dirt are not
recommended due to their erosive nature), and it should not extend above the bank -full
elevation (the elevation of the channel where the natural floodplain begins).
Deep -rooting woody vegetation should be established along banks where any channel
work is accomplished. Tree and shrub plantings should be spaced at intervals no greater
than 10 feet along banks. Vegetated riparian zone widths should be as wide as practical
but should extend at least 30 feet from the stream channel.
6. Adequate measures to control sediment and erosion must be implemented prior to any
ground -disturbing activities in order to minimize effects on downstream aquatic
resources. In North Carolina, non -cohesive and erosion -prone soils are most common in
the felsic-crystalline terrains of the mountain and upper piedmont regions. Therefore,
reconstruction work should be staged such that disturbed areas would be stabilized with
seeding, mulch, and/or biodegradable (coir) erosion -control matting prior to the end of
each workday. No erosion -control matting or blankets should contain synthetic
(netting) materials as they trap animals and can persist in the environment beyond
their intended purpose. Matting should be secured in place with staples; stakes; or,
wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. If rain is expected prior to temporary seed
establishment, additional measures should be implemented to protect water quality along
slopes and overburden stockpiles (for example, stockpiles may be covered with plastic or
other geotextile material and surrounded with silt fencing).
The Service appreciates the opportunity to provide these comments. Please contact Mr. Byron
Hamstead of our staff at 828/258-3939, Ext. 42225, if you have any questions. In any future
correspondence concerning this project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-19-351.
Sincerely,
- - original signed - -
Janet Mizzi
Field Supervisor

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona M. Bartos, Administrator
Governor Roy Cooper
Secretary Susi H. I Iamilton
August 23, 2019
Kristi Suggs
Wildlands Engineering, Inc.
1430 South Mint Street, Suite 104
Charlotte, NC 28203
Office of Archives and History
Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
Re: Upper Torrence Creek Tributary 1 Stream Restoration, Huntersville, Mecklenburg County, ER 19-2373
Dear Ms. Suggs:
Thank you for your letter of July 25, 2019, concerning the above project.
We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no historic resources which would be affected by
the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as proposed.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR
Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment,
contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807-6579 or
environmental.review&ncdcr.gov. In all future communication concerning this project, please cite the above
referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
"Ramona Bartos, Deputy
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Location: 109 East Jones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4617 Telephone/Fax: [phone]-6599

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July 25, 2019
Renee Gledhill -Earley
State Historic Preservation Office
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Raleigh, NC 27699-4617
Email: [e-mail]
Subject: Request for Review and Comment
Upper Torrence Creek Tributary No. 1 Stream Restoration Project
Huntersville, North Carolina
Dear Ms. Gledhill -Earley:
On behalf of Charlotte -Mecklenburg Storm Water Services (CMSWS), Wildlands Engineering (Wildlands)
is hereby contacting the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) regarding the presence
of any historic, archaeologic, or cultural resources within the referenced project area. The stream
restoration project is located along Upper Torrence Creek Tributary 1 and four of its tributaries from
Highway 1-77 to North Mecklenburg Park and from North Mecklenburg Park along sewer line to a private
drive off Sam Furr Rd. (Figure 1). The project is designed to improve stream stability, reduce sediment
loading, improve in -stream aquatic habitat, reconnect the stream to its floodplain, and establish a native
riparian corridor, as well as implement a variety of storm drainage improvements within an established
residential neighborhood and retrofit various failing bike trail crossings within North Mecklenburg Park.
The project site includes stream work on approximately 6,700 existing linear feet (LF) along Upper
Torrence Creek Tributary No. 1 and four of its tributaries. Stream work throughout the project corridor
is comprised of a mix of Priority II Restoration, Enhancement I, and bank stabilization measures.
Construction will include localized areas of excavation for new channel alignments and/or floodplain
benches, localized bank grading, the implementation of vegetative bank stabilization measures, as well
as the placement of in -stream habitat and grade control structures. The restored stream corridors will
be planted with native riparian vegetation. Construction of this project will affect jurisdictional waters of
the U.S. and require Section 404/401 permitting.
Structures within or immediately adjacent to the project area include sewerlines and manholes, road
culverts, bike trails, permanent stream crossings, recreational park amenities, storm drainage
infrastructure, and residential fences. See the included photolog for representative depictions of
structures found within the project area. The surrounding land use includes forest, an existing stream
restoration project, a Mecklenburg County park, and residential communities. Site coordinates for the
center of the project area are (35.433144°N, -80.852342°W). The project area footprint is approximately
14 acres.
The attached USGS Site Location Map (Figure 2) illustrates the approximate location of the project area.
The figure was prepared from the Cornelius, NC, 7.5 -Minute USGS Topographic Quadrangle. No
architectural structures or archaeological artifacts were observed or noted within the project area
during preliminary surveys of the site for restoration purposes.
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resources. We thank you in advance for your timely response and cooperation. Please feel free to
contact us with any questions that you may have concerning the extent of site disturbance associated
with this project.
Sincerely,
Kristi Suggs
Senior Environmental Scientist
[e-mail]
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Byron Hamstead
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Asheville Field Office
160 Zilicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
Email: boron [e-mail]
Subject: Request for Review and Comment
IPAC Consultation Code: 04EN1000-2019-SLI-0483
Upper Torrence Creek Tributary No. 1 Stream Restoration Project
Huntersville, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Hamstead:
On behalf of Charlotte -Mecklenburg Storm Water Services (CMSWS), Wildlands Engineering (Wildlands) is
hereby contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to request review and comment on any possible
issues that might emerge with respect to endangered species, migratory birds, or other trust resources
associated with a potential stream restoration project. The stream restoration project is located along Upper
Torrence Creek Tributary 1 and four of its tributaries from Highway 1-77 to North Mecklenburg Park and from
North Mecklenburg Park along a sewer line to a private drive off Sam Furr Rd. (Figure 1). The project is
designed to improve stream stability, reduce sediment loading, improve in -stream aquatic habitat, reconnect
the stream to its floodplain, and establish a native riparian corridor, as well as implement a variety of storm
drainage improvements within an established residential neighborhood and retrofit various failing bike trail
crossings within North Mecklenburg Park.
The surrounding land use includes forest, an existing stream restoration project, a Mecklenburg County park,
and residential communities. Site coordinates for the center of the project area are (35.433144°N, -
80.852342°W). The project area footprint is approximately 14 acres. The attached USGS Site Location Map
(Figure 2) illustrates the approximate location of the project area. The figure was prepared from the
Cornelius, NC, 7.5 -Minute USGS Topographic Quadrangle.
The project site includes stream work on approximately 6,700 existing linear feet (LF) of Upper Torrence
Creek Tributary No. 1 and four of its tributaries. Stream work throughout the project corridor is comprised of
a mix of Priority II Restoration, Enhancement I, and bank stabilization measures. Construction will include
localized areas of excavation for new channel alignments and/or floodplain benches, localized bank grading,
the implementation of vegetative bank stabilization measures, as well as the placement of in -stream habitat
and grade control structures. The restored stream corridors will be planted with native riparian vegetation.
Construction of this project will affect jurisdictional waters of the U.S. and require Section 404/401
permitting.
Based on a resource list generated from the US FWS IPAC website there are five (5) Federally Threatened or
Endangered Species that may be present in or near the proposed project boundaries. They are the Northern
Long-eared Bat (Myotis septentrionalis), the Carolina Heelsplitter (Lasmigona decorata), the Michaux's sumac
(Rhus michauxii), the Schweinitz's sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii), and the smooth coneflower (Echinacea
laevigata). No critical habitat has been designated for the Northern long-eared Bat (NLEB), the Michaux's
sumac, the Schweinitz's sunflower, nor the smooth coneflower. Critical habitat has been designated for the
Carolina heelsplitter; however, the project resides outside of the critical habitat.
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Pedestrian Survey
A pedestrian survey was conducted on May 30 and 31, 2019. Results of the survey found areas of potential
summer roosting for the NLEB and areas of marginal to suitable habitat for the Schweinitz's sunflower, the
smooth coneflower, and the Michaux's sumac. No areas of suitable habitat were found for the Carolina
Heelsplitter due to excessive sedimentation and active erosion occurring within and downstream of the
project reaches. No individuals or populations of any of the above referenced species were documented on-
site.
IPAC Regulatory Review
On July 25, 2019, a regulatory project review was conducted for the project site using the USFWS' online
Information for Planning and Consultation (IPAC) determination key. A result determination was obtained for
the NLEB; however, a manual determination is required for the remaining above referenced species.
Biological Determinations
Northern Long -Eared Bat: "May affect, not likely to adversely affect"
Based on results from this review process (IPaC Record Locator: 718-17600098) "any take of the northern
long-eared bat that may occur as a result of the Action is not prohibited under the ESA Section 4(d) rule
adopted for this species at 50 CFR §17.40(0)". Official consistency documentation letter generated from the
website is included.
Carolina Heelsplitter: "No Effect"
Smooth Coneflower: "No Effect"
Michaux's sumac: "No Effect"
Schweinitz's sunflower: "No Effect"
Though the survey was performed outside of the blooming season for the sunflower, no populations
resembling the species were found on-site; therefore, Wildlands is confident with the determination of "no
effect" outside of the blooming season for that species.
Please provide review and comment concerning the above referenced biological conclusions, as well as any
possible issues that might emerge with respect to endangered species, migratory birds, or other trust resources
from the proposed project. If we have not heard from you in 45 days, we will assume that our findings are
correct and that you do not have any comments regarding associated laws or information relevant to this
project at the current time.
We thank you in advance for your timely response and cooperation. Please feel free to contact us with any
questions that you may have concerning this project.
Si'-nnc�er�elly,
Kristi Suggs
Senior Environmental Scientist
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IPaC Record Locator: 718-17600098
July 25, 2019
Subject: Consistency letter for the 'Upper Torrence Creek Tributary #1 Stream Restoration
Project' project indicating that any take of the northern long-eared bat that may occur
as a result of the Action is not prohibited under the ESA Section 4(d) rule adopted for
this species at 50 CFR § 17.40(0).
Dear KRISTI SUGGS:
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) received on July 25, 2019 your effects
determination for the 'Upper Torrence Creek Tributary #1 Stream Restoration Project' (the
Action) using the northern long-eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis) key within the Information for
Planning and Consultation (IPaC) system. You indicated that no Federal agencies are involved in
funding or authorizing this Action. This IPaC key assists users in determining whether a non -
Federal action may cause "take"M of the northern long-eared bat that is prohibited under the
Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA) (87 Stat.884, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.).
Based upon your IPaC submission, any take of the northern long-eared bat that may occur as a
result of the Action is not prohibited under the ESA Section 4(d) rule adopted for this species at
50 CFR § 17.40(0). Unless the Service advises you within 30 days of the date of this letter that
your IPaC-assisted determination was incorrect, this letter verifies that the Action is not likely to
result in unauthorized take of the northern long-eared bat.
Please report to our office any changes to the information about the Action that you entered into
IPaC, the results of any bat surveys conducted in the Action area, and any dead, injured, or sick
northern long-eared bats that are found during Action implementation.
If your Action proceeds as described and no additional information about the Action's effects on
species protected under the ESA becomes available, no further coordination with the Service is
required with respect to the northern long-eared bat.
The IPaC-assisted determination for the northern long-eared bat does not apply to the following
ESA -protected species that also may occur in your Action area:
• Carolina Heelsplitter, Lasmigona decorata (Endangered)
• Michaux's Sumac, Rhus michauxii (Endangered)

07/25/2019 IPaC Record Locator: 718-17600098
• Schweinitz's Sunflower, Helianthus schweinitzii (Endangered)
• Smooth Coneflower, Echinacea laevigata (Endangered)
You may coordinate with our Office to determine whether the Action may cause prohibited take
of the animal species listed above.
[I ]Take means to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect, or to
attempt to engage in any such conduct [ESA Section 3(19)].

07/25/2019 IPaC Record Locator: 718-17600098
Action Description
You provided to IPaC the following name and description for the subject Action.
1. Name
Upper Torrence Creek Tributary #1 Stream Restoration Project
2. Description
The following description was provided for the project 'Upper Torrence Creek Tributary #1
Stream Restoration Project':
The stream restoration project is located along Upper Torrence Creek Tributary 1
and four of its tributaries from Highway I-77 to North Mecklenburg Park and
from North Mecklenburg Park along sewer line to a private drive off Sam Furr
Rd. (Figure 1). The project is designed to improve stream stability, reduce
sediment loading, improve in -stream aquatic habitat, reconnect the stream to its
floodplain, and establish a native riparian corridor, as well as implement a variety
of storm drainage improvements within an established residential neighborhood
and retrofit various failing bike trail crossings within North Mecklenburg Park.
Approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: https://www. og_ogle.com/
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This non -Federal Action may affect the northern long-eared bat; however, any take of this
species that may occur incidental to this Action is not prohibited under the final 4(d) rule at 50
CFR § 17.40(o).
Determination Key Description: Northern Long-eared Bat 4(d) Rule

07/25/2019 IPaC Record Locator: 718-17600098
This key was last updated in IPaC on May 15, 2017. Keys are subject to periodic revision.
This key is intended for actions that may affect the threatened northern long-eared bat.
The purpose of the key for non -Federal actions is to assist determinations as to whether proposed
actions are excepted from take prohibitions under the northern long-eared bat 4(d) rule.
If a non -Federal action may cause prohibited take of northern long-eared bats or other ESA -listed
animal species, we recommend that you coordinate with the Service.

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Determination Key Result
Based upon your IPaC submission, any take of the northern long-eared bat that may occur as a
result of the Action is not prohibited under the ESA Section 4(d) rule adopted for this species at
50 CFR § 17.40(o).
Qualification Interview
1. Is the action authorized, funded, or being carried out by a Federal agency?
No
2. Will your activity purposefully Take northern long-eared bats?
No
3. Is the project action area located wholly outside the White -nose Syndrome Zone?
Automatically answered
No
4. Have you contacted the appropriate agency to determine if your project is near a known
hibernaculum or maternity roost tree?
Location information for northern long-eared bat hibernacula is generally kept in state
Natural Heritage Inventory databases — the availability of this data varies state -by -state.
Many states provide online access to their data, either directly by providing maps or by
providing the opportunity to make a data request. In some cases, to protect those resources,
access to the information may be limited. A web page with links to state Natural Heritage
Inventory databases is available at www.fws.gov/midwest/endangered/mammals/nleb/
nhisites.html.
Yes
5. Will the action affect a cave or mine where northern long-eared bats are known to
hibernate (i.e., hibernaculum) or could it alter the entrance or the environment (physical or
other alteration) of a hibernaculum?
No
6. Will the action involve Tree Removal?
Yes
7. Will the action only remove hazardous trees for the protection of human life or property?
No

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Will the action remove trees within 0.25 miles of a known northern long-eared bat
hibernaculum at any time of year?
No
9. Will the action remove a known occupied northern long-eared bat maternity roost tree or
any trees within 150 feet of a known occupied maternity roost tree from June 1 through
July 31?
No

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Project Questionnaire
If the project includes forest conversion, report the appropriate acreages below.
Otherwise, type `0' in questions 1-3.
1. Estimated total acres of forest conversion:
z
2. If known, estimated acres of forest conversion from April 1 to October 31
0
3. If known, estimated acres of forest conversion from June 1 to July 31
0
If the project includes timber harvest, report the appropriate acreages below.
Otherwise, type `0' in questions 4-6.
4. Estimated total acres of timber harvest
0
5. If known, estimated acres of timber harvest from April 1 to October 31
0
6. If known, estimated acres of timber harvest from June 1 to July 31
0
If the project includes prescribed fire, report the appropriate acreages below.
Otherwise, type `0' in questions 7-9.
7. Estimated total acres of prescribed fire
0
8. If known, estimated acres of prescribed fire from April 1 to October 31
0
9. If known, estimated acres of prescribed fire from June 1 to July 31
0
If the project includes new wind turbines, report the megawatts of wind capacity
below. Otherwise, type `0' in question 10.

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10. What is the estimated wind capacity (in megawatts) of the new turbine(s)?

.:.7.
NSA & W11J J1*.
United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Asheville Ecological Services Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801-1082
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
hitp://www.fws.gov/nc-es/es/couMfr.html
In Reply Refer To: July 25, 2019
Consultation Code: 04EN1000-2019-SLI-0483
Event Code: 04EN1000-2019-E-01237
Project Name: Upper Torrence Creek Tributary #1 Stream Restoration Project
Subject: List of threatened and endangered species that may occur in your proposed project
location, and/or may be affected by your proposed project
To Whom It May Concern:
The attached species list identifies threatened, endangered, proposed and candidate species, as
well as proposed and final designated critical habitat, that may occur within the boundary of your
proposed project and/or may be affected by your proposed project. Although not required by
section 7, many agencies request species lists to start the informal consultation process and begin
their fulfillment of the requirements under section 7(c) of the Endangered Species Act (Act) of
1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.).
This list, along with other helpful resources, is also available on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (Service) Asheville Field Office's (AFO) website: https://www.fws.gov/raleigh/species/
cntylist/nc_counties.html. The AFO website list includes "species of concern" species that could
potentially be placed on the federal list of threatened and endangered species in the future. Also
available are:
Design and Construction Recommendations
httas://www.fws.siov/asheville/htmis/r)roiect review/Recommendations.html
Optimal Survey Times for Federally Listed Plants
https://www.fws.gov/nc-es/plant/plant survey.html
Northern long-eared bat Guidance
https://www.fws. gov/asheville/htmis/prof ect_review/NLEB_in_"C.html
Predictive Habitat Model for Aquatic Species
https://www.fws.gov/asheville/htmls/Maxent/Maxent.html

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New information based on updated surveys, changes in the abundance and distribution of
species, changed habitat conditions, or other factors could require modifications of these lists.
Please note that under 50 CFR 402.12(e) of the regulations implementing section 7 of the Act,
the accuracy of the species lists should be verified after 90 days. This verification can be
completed formally or informally as desired. The Service recommends that verification be
completed by visiting the ECOS-IPaC website or the AFO website (the AFO website dates each
county list with the day of the most recent update/change) at regular intervals during project
planning and implementation for updates to species lists and information. An updated list may be
requested through the ECOS-IPaC system by completing the same process used to receive the
enclosed list or by going to the AFO website.
The purpose of the Act is to provide a means whereby threatened and endangered species and the
ecosystems upon which they depend may be conserved. Under sections 7(a)(1) and 7(a)(2) of the
Act and its implementing regulations (50 CFR 402 et seq.), Federal agencies are required to
utilize their authorities to carry out programs for the conservation of threatened and endangered
species and to determine whether projects may affect threatened and endangered species and/or
designated critical habitat.
A Biological Assessment is required for construction projects (or other undertakings having
similar physical impacts) that are major Federal actions significantly affecting the quality of the
human environment as defined in the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)
(c)). For projects other than major construction activities, the Service suggests that a Biological
Evaluation similar to a Biological Assessment be prepared to determine whether the project may
affect listed or proposed species and/or designated or proposed critical habitat. Recommended
contents of a Biological Assessment are described at 50 CFR 402.12 and on our office's website
at https://www.fws.gov/asheville/htmis/project_review/assessment_guidance.html.
If a Federal agency (or their non-federal representative) determines, based on the Biological
Assessment or Biological Evaluation, that listed species and/or designated critical habitat may be
affected by the proposed project, the agency is required to consult with the Service pursuant to
50 CFR 402. In addition, the Service recommends that candidate species, proposed species, and
proposed critical habitat be addressed within the consultation. More information on the
regulations and procedures for section 7 consultation, including the role of permit or license
applicants, can be found in the "Endangered Species Consultation Handbook" at: http://
www.fws.gov/endangered/esa-libraQL/pdf/TOC-GLOS.PDF.
Though the bald eagle is no longer protected under the Endangered Species Act, please be aware
that bald and golden eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (16
U.S.C. 668 et seq.), and projects affecting these species may require additional consultation (see
https://www.fws.gov/southeast/our-services/permits/eagles/). Wind energy projects should follow
the wind energy guidelines (http://www.fws.gov/windenergy/) for minimizing impacts to
migratory birds (including bald and golden eagles) and bats.
Guidance for minimizing impacts to migratory birds for projects including communications
towers (e.g., cellular, digital television, radio, and emergency broadcast) can be found at: http://

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www.fws. o.mi rg atorybirds/CurrentBirdIssues/Hazards/towers/towers.htm;
http://www.towerkill.com; and http://www.fws. omi rorybirds/CurrentBirdIssues/Hazards/
towers/comtow.html.
We appreciate your concern for threatened and endangered species. The Service encourages
Federal agencies to include conservation of threatened and endangered species into their project
planning to further the purposes of the Act. Please include the Consultation Tracking Number in
the header of this letter with any request for consultation or correspondence about your project
that you submit to our office.
Attachment(s):
• Official Species List
• Migratory Birds
• Wetlands

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Official Species List
This list is provided pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, and fulfills the
requirement for Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary of the Interior information whether
any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of a proposed
action".
This species list is provided by:
Asheville Ecological Services Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801-1082
[phone]

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Project Summary
Consultation Code: 04EN1000-2019-SLI-0483
Event Code: 04EN1000-2019-E-01237
Project Name: Upper Torrence Creek Tributary #1 Stream Restoration Project
Project Type: STREAM / WATERBODY / CANALS / LEVEES / DIKES
Project Description: The stream restoration project is located along Upper Torrence Creek
Tributary 1 and four of its tributaries from Highway I-77 to North
Mecklenburg Park and from North Mecklenburg Park along sewer line to
a private drive off Sam Furr Rd. (Figure 1). The project is designed to
improve stream stability, reduce sediment loading, improve in -stream
aquatic habitat, reconnect the stream to its floodplain, and establish a
native riparian corridor, as well as implement a variety of storm drainage
improvements within an established residential neighborhood and retrofit
various failing bike trail crossings within North Mecklenburg Park.
Project Location:
Approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: https:
www. 0000gle.com/mgps/place/35.42949391351041N80.85956852597191 W
Counties: Mecklenburg, NC
KA

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Endangered Species Act Species
There is a total of 5 threatened, endangered, or candidate species on this species list.
Species on this list should be considered in an effects analysis for your project and could include
species that exist in another geographic area. For example, certain fish may appear on the species
list because a project could affect downstream species.
IPaC does not display listed species or critical habitats under the sole jurisdiction of NOAA
Fisheriesl, as USFWS does not have the authority to speak on behalf of NOAA and the
Department of Commerce.
See the "Critical habitats" section below for those critical habitats that lie wholly or partially
within your project area under this office's jurisdiction. Please contact the designated FWS office
if you have questions.
NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an
office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of
Commerce.
Mammals
NAME STATUS
Northern Long-eared Bat Myotis septentrionalis Threatened
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Species profile: https:Hecos.fws. _og v/ecp/species/9045
Clams
NAME STATUS
Carolina Heelsplitter Lasmigona decorata Endangered
There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat.
Species profile: https:Hecos.fws. _og v/ecp/species/3534

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Flowering Plants
NAME STATUS
Michaux's Sumac Rhus michauxii Endangered
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Species profile: https://ecos.fws. og v/ecp/species/5217
Schweinitz's Sunflower Helianthus schweinitzii Endangered
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3849
Smooth Coneflower Echinacea laevigata Endangered
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Species profile: https://ecos.fws. og v/ecp/species/3473
Critical habitats
THERE ARE NO CRITICAL HABITATS WITHIN YOUR PROJECT AREA UNDER THIS OFFICE'S
JURISDICTION.

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Migratory Birds
Certain birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act! and the Bald and Golden Eagle
Protection Act2.
Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to
migratory birds, eagles, and their habitats should follow appropriate regulations and consider
implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described below.
1. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918.
2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940.
3. 50 C.F.R. Sec. 10.12 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 668(a)
The birds listed below are birds of particular concern either because they occur on the USFWS
Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) list or warrant special attention in your project location.
To learn more about the levels of concern for birds on your list and how this list is generated, see
the FAQ below. This is not a list of every bird you may find in this location, nor a guarantee that
every bird on this list will be found in your project area. To see exact locations of where birders
and the general public have sighted birds in and around your project area, visit the E -bird data
mapping tool (Tip: enter your location, desired date range and a species on your list). For
projects that occur off the Atlantic Coast, additional maps and models detailing the relative
occurrence and abundance of bird species on your list are available. Links to additional
information about Atlantic Coast birds, and other important information about your migratory
bird list, including how to properly interpret and use your migratory bird report, can be found
below.
For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures
to reduce impacts to migratory birds on your list, click on the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE
SUMMARY at the top of your list to see when these birds are most likely to be present and
breeding in your project area.
NAME
BREEDING
SEASON
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Breeds Sep 1 to
This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention Jul 31
because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types
of development or activities.
https:Hecos.fws. _og v/ecp/species/1626
Blue -winged Warbler Vermivora pinus Breeds May
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions to Jun 30
(BCRs) in the continental USA

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BREEDING
SEASON
Eastern Whip -poor -will Antrostomus vociferus Breeds May
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Aug 20
and Alaska.
Prairie Warbler Dendroica discolor Breeds May
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Jul 31
and Alaska.
Red-headed Woodpecker Melanerpes erythrocephalus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Rusty Blackbird Euphagus carolinus
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Wood Thrush Hylocichla mustelina
This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA
and Alaska.
Probability Of Presence Summary
Breeds May 10
to Sep 10
Breeds
elsewhere
Breeds May 10
to Aug 31
The graphs below provide our best understanding of when birds of concern are most likely to be
present in your project area. This information can be used to tailor and schedule your project
activities to avoid or minimize impacts to birds. Please make sure you read and understand the
FAQ "Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report" before using or attempting
to interpret this report.
Probability of Presence (■)
Each green bar represents the bird's relative probability of presence in the l Okm grid cell(s) your
project overlaps during a particular week of the year. (A year is represented as 12 4 -week
months.) A taller bar indicates a higher probability of species presence. The survey effort (see
below) can be used to establish a level of confidence in the presence score. One can have higher
confidence in the presence score if the corresponding survey effort is also high.
How is the probability of presence score calculated? The calculation is done in three steps:
The probability of presence for each week is calculated as the number of survey events in
the week where the species was detected divided by the total number of survey events for
that week. For example, if in week 12 there were 20 survey events and the Spotted Towhee
was found in 5 of them, the probability of presence of the Spotted Towhee in week 12 is
0.25.
2. To properly present the pattern of presence across the year, the relative probability of
presence is calculated. This is the probability of presence divided by the maximum

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probability of presence across all weeks. For example, imagine the probability of presence
in week 20 for the Spotted Towhee is 0.05, and that the probability of presence at week 12
(0.25) is the maximum of any week of the year. The relative probability of presence on
week 12 is 0.25/0.25 = 1; at week 20 it is 0.05/0.25 = 0.2.
3. The relative probability of presence calculated in the previous step undergoes a statistical
conversion so that all possible values fall between 0 and 10, inclusive. This is the
probability of presence score.
Breeding Season ( )
Yellow bars denote a very liberal estimate of the time -frame inside which the bird breeds across
its entire range. If there are no yellow bars shown for a bird, it does not breed in your project
area.
Survey Effort (1)
Vertical black lines superimposed on probability of presence bars indicate the number of surveys
performed for that species in the IOkm grid cell(s) your project area overlaps. The number of
surveys is expressed as a range, for example, 33 to 64 surveys.
No Data (—)
A week is marked as having no data if there were no survey events for that week.
Survey Timeframe
Surveys from only the last 10 years are used in order to ensure delivery of currently relevant
information. The exception to this is areas off the Atlantic coast, where bird returns are based on
all years of available data, since data in these areas is currently much more sparse.
■ probability of presence breeding season I survey effort — no data
SPECIES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Bald Eagle +++++40 .++++ ++++ ++�+ ++++—�— --+� +++' ++++ +—++ —+++
Non -BCC Vulnerable
Blue -winged
Warbler ++++ ++++ ++++ +++,��'� ����—�— --+— +'++ ++++ +—+++++
BCC - BCR
wall ern Whip -Poor- ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++���� Jill
1111
���— ++++ ++++ +—+++++
BCC Rangcwidc (CON)
Prairie Warbler MENMEQ —+— ++++ ++++ +—+++++
BCC Rangcwidc (CON) ++++ ++++ ++++ ++�� M iiiJill
Red-headed pol pop
I Jill +�
Woodpecker +++, +,$' ++++ ++++ + ++++'+++ +—"+++
BCC Rangcwidc (CON) ME MEN
Rusty Blackbird ++ ++++ ++—+ ++++ — — — — --+— ++++ +-4--4--+-
BCC Rangcwidc (CON)
Wood Thrush ++++ ++++ ++++ +++' +'—' ++1"" 6k,
— ++++ "++ +-++ +++
BCC Rangcwidc (CON)

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Additional information can be found using the following links:
• Birds of Conservation Concern http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/
birds-of-conservation-concern.php
• Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds http://www.fws.gov/birds/
management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/
conservation-measures.php
• Nationwide conservation measures for birds http://www.fws. o� rg ato , bry irds/pdf/
management/nationwidestandardconservationmeasures.pdf
Migratory Birds FAQ
Tell me more about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts
to migratory birds.
Nationwide Conservation Measures describes measures that can help avoid and minimize
impacts to all birds at any location year round. Implementation of these measures is particularly
important when birds are most likely to occur in the project area. When birds may be breeding in
the area, identifying the locations of any active nests and avoiding their destruction is a very
helpful impact minimization measure. To see when birds are most likely to occur and be breeding
in your project area, view the Probability of Presence Summary. Additional measures and/or
permits may be advisable depending on the type of activity you are conducting and the type of
infrastructure or bird species present on your project site.
What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified
location?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern
(BCQ and other species that may warrant special attention in your project location.
The migratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian
Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on a growing collection of survey, banding,
and citizen science datasets and is queried and filtered to return a list of those birds reported as
occurring in the I Okm grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identified as
warranting special attention because they are a BCC species in that area, an eagle (Eagle Act
requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to offshore activities or
development.
Again, the Migratory Bird Resource list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your
project area. It is not representative of all birds that may occur in your project area. To get a list
of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the AKN Phenology Tool.
What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs for the migratory birds
potentially occurring in my specified location?

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The probability of presence graphs associated with your migratory bird list are based on data
provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). This data is derived from a growing
collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets .
Probability of presence data is continuously being updated as new and better information
becomes available. To learn more about how the probability of presence graphs are produced and
how to interpret them, go the Probability of Presence Summary and then click on the "Tell me
about these graphs" link.
How do I know if a bird is breeding, wintering, migrating or present year-round in my
project area?
To see what part of a particular bird's range your project area falls within (i.e. breeding,
wintering, migrating or year-round), you may refer to the following resources: The Cornell Lab
of Ornithology All About Birds Bird Guide, or (if you are unsuccessful in locating the bird of
interest there), the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Neotropical Birds guide. If a bird on your
migratory bird species list has a breeding season associated with it, if that bird does occur in your
project area, there may be nests present at some point within the timeframe specified. If "Breeds
elsewhere" is indicated, then the bird likely does not breed in your project area.
What are the levels of concern for migratory birds?
Migratory birds delivered through IPaC fall into the following distinct categories of concern:
1. "BCC Rangewide" birds are Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) that are of concern
throughout their range anywhere within the USA (including Hawaii, the Pacific Islands,
Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands);
2. "BCC - BCR" birds are BCCs that are of concern only in particular Bird Conservation
Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA; and
3. "Non -BCC - Vulnerable" birds are not BCC species in your project area, but appear on
your list either because of the Eagle requirements (for eagles) or (for non -eagles)
potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities
(e.g. offshore energy development or longline fishing).
Although it is important to try to avoid and minimize impacts to all birds, efforts should be made,
in particular, to avoid and minimize impacts to the birds on this list, especially eagles and BCC
species of rangewide concern. For more information on conservation measures you can
implement to help avoid and minimize migratory bird impacts and requirements for eagles,
please see the FAQs for these topics.
Details about birds that are potentially affected by offshore projects
For additional details about the relative occurrence and abundance of both individual bird species
and groups of bird species within your project area off the Atlantic Coast, please visit the
Northeast Ocean Data Portal. The Portal also offers data and information about other taxa besides
birds that may be helpful to you in your project review. Alternately, you may download the bird
model results files underlying the portal maps through the NOAA NCCOS Integrative Statistical

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Modeling and Predictive Mapping of Marine Bird Distributions and Abundance on the Atlantic
Outer Continental Shelf project webpage.
Bird tracking data can also provide additional details about occurrence and habitat use
throughout the year, including migration. Models relying on survey data may not include this
information. For additional information on marine bird tracking data, see the Diving Bird Study
and the nanotag studies or contact Caleb Spiegel or Pam Loring.
What if I have eagles on my list?
If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtain a permit to avoid
violating the Eagle Act should such impacts occur.
Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report
The migratory bird list generated is not a list of all birds in your project area, only a subset of
birds of priority concern. To learn more about how your list is generated, and see options for
identifying what other birds may be in your project area, please see the FAQ "What does IPaC
use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location". Please be
aware this report provides the "probability of presence" of birds within the 10 km grid cell(s) that
overlap your project; not your exact project footprint. On the graphs provided, please also look
carefully at the survey effort (indicated by the black vertical bar) and for the existence of the "no
data" indicator (a red horizontal bar). A high survey effort is the key component. If the survey
effort is high, then the probability of presence score can be viewed as more dependable. In
contrast, a low survey effort bar or no data bar means a lack of data and, therefore, a lack of
certainty about presence of the species. This list is not perfect; it is simply a starting point for
identifying what birds of concern have the potential to be in your project area, when they might
be there, and if they might be breeding (which means nests might be present). The list helps you
know what to look for to confirm presence, and helps guide you in knowing when to implement
conservation measures to avoid or minimize potential impacts from your project activities,
should presence be confirmed. To learn more about conservation measures, visit the FAQ "Tell
me about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory
birds" at the bottom of your migratory bird trust resources page.

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Wetlands
Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section
404 of the Clean Water Act, or other State/Federal statutes.
For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the local U.S. Armorps of
Engineers District.
Please note that the NWI data being shown may be out of date. We are currently working to
update our NWI data set. We recommend you verify these results with a site visit to determine
the actual extent of wetlands on site.
FRESHWATER FORESTED/SHRUB WETLAND
• PFOIA
• PSSIA
RIVERINE
• R2UBHx
• R4SBC
• R4SBCx