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Home My WebLink About015DRAFT RECNIVED Dnarr Frnx- RepoRr Hletmr Mlxlcsmerr Putl BRtxrlox Mlsren PLANNED ResoRr Jerrensox Coulrw, Wlsxrncror Aucusr 22,2OOB Fon Sraresuer CoRponanox JUN Z 2 2003 Jrrrtfls0t{ [0lJtffi 0r0 File No. 12677-001-06 DRAFT Habitat Management Plan File No. 12677-001-06 August 22,2008 Prepared for: Statesman Corporation 7370 Sierra Morena Blvd SW Calgary, Alberta, T3H 4H9 Attention: Garth Mann Prepared by: GeoEngineers, lnc. 1550 Woodridge Drive SE Port Orchard, Washington 98366 (360) 76e{400 GeoEngineers, lnc. Jennifer L. Dadisman Biologist Joseph O. Gallaghan Senior Biologist Marcelle V. Lynde Associate Biologist JLD:JOC :JWP:MVL ORCH\12\12677001\06\Finals\1267700l06HabitatManagement_RevisedDraftR.doc Disclaimer: Any electronic form, facsjmile or hard copy ofthe original document (email, text, table, and/or figure), ifprovided, and any attachments are only a copy ofthe original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the olficial documert ofrecord. Copyright@ 2008 by GeoEngineers, Inc. All rights reserved. File No. 12677-001-06 T I TaeLe or CoUTENTS TNTRODUCTTON ............ REPORT SCOPE PROJECT LOCATION. PROJECT DESCRIPTION............. METHODS PAPER INVENTORY................ FIELD RECONNAISSANCE.... Ordinary High Water Mark Delineation RESULTS... PAPER INVENTORY................ PRIORITY HABITAT AND SPECIES.................. Fish........... Wildlife....... Marine Mammals Shellfish..... Rare and Endangered Plants FIELD RECONNAISSANCE.... Ordinary High Water Mark Delineation...... DISCUSS]ON OF THE SITE, POTENTIAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES....... SHORELINES AND BUFFERS Section 1 ................ Section 2 and Section 3............. Public Access to Shore|ines................. PLEASANT HARBOR MARINA..... Tunicates... FISH AND WILDLIFE.......... Bald Eagles Harbor Sea1s.............. Non-listed Birds ......... Mammals... Herpetiles Shellfish..... Habitat Mitigation....... SURFACE WATER............. WETLANDS Wetland 8.................. Wetland C.................. Wetland D.................. STREAMS Stream A.......... Stream B.......... Stream C.......... DRAFT Paoe No. ............1 ............1 ,.,.'..,,.,.2 ..2 ..3 ..3 ..3 ..4 -,4 .,4 ..5 ..5 ..6 ..7 ..8 ..8 ..8 ..9 ..9 ..9 ..9 Page i GeoExetxeeeslQ 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 14 14 15 15 16 17 17 18 18 19 20 21 21 21 FileNo. I2677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Teeue or CourENrs (Coxnrueo) Stream D Stream E Streams and Stream Buffers Mitigation cRrTrcAL AREAS STEWARDSHTP PROGRAM (CASP) VISIBILITY BUFFERS.. PRE- AND POST-CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS AND BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTTCES (BMP) MEASURES Noise Quality and Construction lmpacts...... Golf Course Design and Management Practices ..... Occupation Phase SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS LIMITATIONS. REFERENCES List of Tables DRAFT Paoe No. 24 24 25 26 26 28 28 10 19 20 22 23 23 ......21 ..,,..22 ......22 .,,...23 ......24 Table 1. Table 2. Table 3. Table 4. Table 5. Table 6. Southern Shoreline Replanting Area .......... Proposed Vegetation for Wetland C Buffer Mitigation Proposed Vegetation for Wetland D Buffer Mitigation Stream A Buffer Replanting Area........... Stream B Buffer Replanting Area........... Streams C, D and E Buffer Replanting Area............. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page ii GeoExetxeeaslQ DRAFT TRsLe or Gorurenrs (CoNrrruueo) List of Figures Figure 1. Vicinity Map Figure 2. NationalWetlands lnventory Map Figure 3. Soils Survey Map Figure 4. Washington Natural Heritage Program Map Figure 5. Site Map Figure 6. Golf Course Shoreline Buffer Planting Plan-East Half Figure 7. Golf Course Shoreline Buffer Restoration-West Half Figure 8. Marina Stream and Shoreline Map Figure 9. Marina Streams A and B Buffer Restoration Map Figure 10. Marina Streams C, D and E Buffer Planting Plan Figure 11. Pleasant Harbor Marina Dock Replacement Map Figure 12. Golf Course Wetland Mitigation Plan and Wildlife Corridor Map Figure 13. Wetland and Stream Map Figure 14. BufferAveraging Plan Figure 15. Golf Course Wetland C Buffer Planting Plan Figure 16. Golf Course Wetland D Buffer Planting Plan APPENDICES APPENDIX A - SITE PHOTOGRAPHS APPENDIX B - THREATENEND AND ENDANGERED SPECIES LISTS APPENDIX C_2004 WETLAND RATING FORMS APPENDIX D - PLANT DESCRIPTIONS File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page iii GaoExetxeeeslQ DRAFT Dnlrr Fnru- Reponr Hlslrnr Menleeuexr Pun Bnnnox Mesren Puxneo Resonr JerreRson Couttw, WlsxtnetoN Fon Sraresuar Conponnrpn INTRODUCTION This draft report presents the Habitat Management Plan Gn4P) for the proposed Master Planned Resort (MPR) near Brinnon in Jefferson County, Washington. The Brinnon MPR (MLA06-87) is situated on approximately 250 acres in Pleasant Harbor and Black Point and will consist of an l8-hole championship golf course, residential housing, marina and a maritime village, This report was prepared utilizing information obtained from site inspections and the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) (Jefferson County 2007a) for the Brinnon MPR in order to meet the requirements outlined in Title l8 of the Jefferson County Code (JCC) Chapter 18.22, Part 440 Habitat Management Plan (Jefferson County 2008) and to meet the condition(s) set forth by Jefferson County to provide a wildlife management plan (Ordinance No. 0l-0128-08, 63.1) for the project. REPORT SCOPE GeoEngineers, Inc. (GeoEngineers) has prepared this HMP in accordance with JCC Chapter 18.22 parl 440 Habitat Management Plan to accommodate site development activities. This HMP was completed through research and review of fish and wildlife habitat data as well as through on-site field reconnaissance and review of preliminary development plans for the site. In addition to the requirements of Jefferson County (detailed maps, description of proposed project, analyze the effect of the project on fish and wildlife, possible mitigation measures), this report will address disturbances to the wetland and stream buffer encroachments and enlargements, the delineation of the ordinary high water mark (OHWM) along the shoreline of the site, verification of site conditions, identification of opportunities for enhancement, analyses of the wetland, stream and buffer conditions. It will also address comments from the FEIS that specifically include: o Sftategies to prevent the diminishment of tribal wildlife resources. o Maintenance of natural greenbelts (visibility buffers) between the MPR, Hood Canal and U.S. Highway l0l. r Preserving evergreen trees and associated understory vegetation as much as possible, the consultation of an arborist in order to protect significant trees during construction and making root wads available for possible use in salmon recovery projects. o Development of the Maritime Village. o Shellfish protection strategies for enhanced shellfish protection and suggestions for public notifi cation/awareness and res ort operational procedures. o Clubbed tunicate (Styela clava) eradication options and suggestions. o Shoreline protection - Public access and vessel operational limitations by marina patrons discussed in the context of shoreline protection. e Marina operationalconsiderations. FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page I GeoExelnreea2lQ DRAFT o Perimeter buffer and other vegetated areas management. o Public awareness and education program description. PROJECT LOCATION The Brinnon MPR is located along the western shoreline of the Hood Canal in Pleasant Harbor and on Black Point in Sections 15 and 22 of Township 25 North, Range 2 West of the Willamette Meridian. The MPR property, herein referred to as the site, consists of 13 parcels (50215-2005, -2012, -2013, - 2014, -2015, -2016, -3002, -3003, -3020, -3021, -3022, -3023 and 4002) and is approximately 1.5 miles south of Brinnon in Jefferson County, Washington (Figure I - Vicinity Map). The site is located in the Skokomish-Dosewallips Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA 16) and is part of the East Olympic and Hood Canal Basins. The252.4 acre site (15.2 acres of Washington State Department of Natural Resources [DNR] Lease) is partially developed and comprised of three main development sections as identified in Figure l. Section I is approximately 220 acres on Black Point, which extends east approximately I mile into Hood Canal, and was historically used as the Pleasant Harbor RV Park. Sections 2 and 3 consist of approximately 35 acres, 15 of which are aquatic and leased from the DNR, and are located on the northwest shoreline of Pleasant Harbor, is a shallow cove north of Black Point. There are five seasonal drainages (Streams A through E) located in Sections 2 and 3. Currently, Sections 2 and 3 are being utilized for a variety of purposes including business (real-estate office), recreational (the marina) and commercial (restaurant and convenience store). PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Statesman Corporation intends to develop a mixed-use resort development on the 252.4 acre site south of Brinnon, Washington. Section I is the proposed site for an l8-hole championship golf course that will contain an approximately 60,000-square-foot resort center including a restaurant, conference center, spa, pro shop, and offices. This section will also contain a community center, water treatment plant and ponds, and 802 seasonal and permanent residences. Based on draft plans, the completed golf course resort will consist of roughly I I percent impervious surfaces, 6l percent will consist of pervious surfaces and 28 percent would be left undisturbed with native vegetation. Sections 2 and 3 are composed of approximately 20 acres located in between Highway l0l and Pleasant Harbor. These sections will contain approximately 16,000 square feet of commercial facilities that will provide a variety of uses and 88 permanent and seasonal residential dwellings. The proposed development in Section 3 will utilize existing impervious surfaces by developing within the footprint of the existing structures to the greatest extent feasible. As part of this development, the existing septic tanlcs and pump house will be replaced with a sewage treatment plant and water treatment system and the fuel containment tanks and pump will be replaced with a new fuel system. A new one-way entrance access from Black Point Road to the Maritime Village area will be developed and the current marina access from Highway l0l will become a one-way exit. The existing marina will be retained with no plans for expansion, although several existing wooden docks and docks with Styrofoam billets will be replaced with concrete docla as part of a tunicate eradication plan (described in detail below). Based on draft plans, the roughly 20 acres in Sections 2 and 3 will consist of approximately 22 percent impervious surfaces, 5 percent pervious surfaces and 73 percent would be left undisturbed with native vegetation. FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 2 GeoExetxenslQ ! ! DRAFT METHODS Plpen lnverroRY GeoEngineers completed a file review of available information on existing and historic sensitive fish, wildlife and plant species occurring in the vicinity of the project area. This information was obtained from the following sources: . The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Natural Heritage Program (Nlf) (DNR 2008a); o the FEIS for the Brinnon MPR (Jefferson County 2007a); r the JCC chapter 18.22 Critieal Areas Ordinance (Jefferson County 2008a); o the Jefferson County critical areas database (Jefferson County 2008b); o the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Endangered Species Act (ESA)-Listed Marine Mammals that may occur in Puget Sound (NOAA 2007) as shown in Appendix B; o the NOAA salmonid species list for the Puget Sound (NOAA 2008) as shown in Appendix B; o the Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort Fish and Wildlife Habitat Assessment (GeoEngineers 2006a); o the Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort Shoreline Characterization (GeoEngineers 2006b); o the Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort Wetland Delineation (GeoEngineers 2006c); o the Pleasant Harbor Marina Impact Analysis (GeoEngineers 2006d); o the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map (USFWS 1988) as shown in Figure 2; o the Soil Survey of Jefferson County Area, llashington (United States Department of Agriculture [USDA] 1975 and 2001) as shown in Figure 3; o the USFWS species list for Jefferson County (USFWS 2007) as shown in Appendix B; o the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Priority Habitat and Species (PHS) maps and database (WDFW 2008); and o the WDFW SalmonScape database (WDFW 2003). GeoEngineers reviewed the United States Geological Survey (USGS) 1991 aerial photograph and 1994 topographic maps (USGS l99l and 1994) and the 2006 aerial photograph (Jefferson County 2008b) of the site to determine changes in cover and land use practices that have occurred in and around the project area. Frem RecornrussANcE GeoEngineers investigated the site on April 3 and 8, 2008 to gather direct observations of physical habitat features (snags, nests, burrows, trails, dens, streams, marine shoreline habitat, etc.) and visual observations of fish and wildlife. Vegetation on the site was assessed for general size and abundance and compared with surrounding land uses. Photographs taken during the investigation to record the existing conditions of the site are presented in Appendix A. FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 3 GeoExetneeeslQ DRAFT Ordinary High Water Mark Delineation GeoEngineers conducted additional site visits on April 15 and May 9, 2008 to delineate the location of the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) along the Hood Canal and Pleasant Harbor shorelines. Site maps, available reports, tide predictions and United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) tidal datum were examined prior to the field reconnaissance. Shorelines were traversed to identify characteristics of the marine OHWM, including topographic breaks, drift lines, watermarks and changes in vegetation communities along the shoreline. The Mean Higher High Water (MHffW) tne was evaluated in reference to the OHWM guidelines for low and high energy environments for tidal shorelines set forth in Chapter 173-22-030 of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) as follows: "In low energ) environments where the action of waves and currents is not sfficient to prevent vegetation establishment below mean higher high tide, the ordinary high water mark is coincident with the landward limit of salt tolerant vegetation. 'Salt tolerant vegetation' means vegetation which is tolerant of interstitial soil salinities greater than or equal to 0.5 parts per thousand." "In high energl environments where the action of waves or currents is sfficient to prevent vegetation establishment belou,mean higher high tide, the ordinary high water mark is coincident with the line of vegetation. lYhere there is no vegetative cover for less than one hundredfeet parallel to the shoreline, the ordinary high water mark is the average tidal elevation of the adjacent lines of vegetation. l{here the ordinary high water mark cannot befound, it is the elevation of mean higher high tide. " RESULTS The results of our literature review and field reconnaissance are presented in the following sections. Papen lxvenroRY The NWI map (Figure 2) identifies four wetlands within the study area that are identified as Palusfine, Scrub-Shrub (Cowardin et al. 1979). However, NWI maps are produced from interpretation of aerial photographs and topographic maps and are limited to the time they are produced. Recent changes in the nature of the vegetation and hydrology, as well as recent development activities in the surrounding area, are not reflected in the NWI map and must be considered when evaluating this property. The Soil Survey of Jefferson County (USDA 1975) shown on Figure 3 identifies Hoodsport-Grove very gravelly sandy loams with 0 to 30 percent slopes as the predominant soil type with lesser amounts of Hoodsport very gravelly sandy loam with 0 to 15 percent slopes, Swantown gravelly loanr, 0 to 8 percent slopes, Coastal beach soil and Grove very gravelly sandy loanr, 15 to 30 percent slopes. The Hoodsport series is a moderately well drained soil that has a very slowly permeable cemented layer at a depth of 20 to 36 inches. This soil and its associated soils are not on the hydric soils list (USDA 2001). The Swantown series consists of somewhat poorly drained gravelly soils that has a very slowly permeable cemented layer at a depth of l8 to 24 inches. The Swantown series is not listed as having hydric properties; however, Belfast soil, included as an associated soil type, is listed as hydric soil (USDA 2001). Coastal beach consist of sandy and gravelly sloping beaches generally with no vegetation and are subject to continual wave action during high tides and storms. This soil is not on the hydric soils list (USDA 2001). Grove series consists of somewhat excessively drained soil that has a surface layer and subsoil of 15 to 20 inches deep over a gravelly and very gravelly sand. This soil is not on the hydric soils list (usDA 2001). File No. I 2677-001 -06 August 22, 2008 Page 4 GeoExatxeeeslQ DRAFT PRronrv Hnelrlr ruro Specrs Information gathered for PHS in the vicinity of the site was taken from the USFWS species list for Jefferson County (USFWS 2007), the WDFW PHS maps (WDFW 2008), SalmonScape database (WDFW 2003), NOAA marine mammals for the Puget Sound (NOAA 2007) and NOAA salmonid species list for the Puget Sound (NOAA 2008). The DNR NHP was examined for the presence of rare or sensitive plant species located in the vicinity of the site (DNR 2008a). The USFWS species list for Jefferson County was reviewed for listed and proposed endangered and threatened species, critical habitat, candidate species and species ofconcem for this project. Fish According to literature reviews, site visits and the Wetland and Stream Delineation Report prepared on July 20, 2006, there are no sffeams containing ESA listed fish species present on the site (WDFW 2008a). There are five seasonal drainages (Streams A through E) located in Sections 2 and 3. These streams are non-fish-bearing drainages that enter Pleasant Harbor along the northern shoreline near the marina and proposed maritime village. These small drainages are seasonal and primarily carry stormwater from US Highway l0l to Pleasant Harbor. Hood Canal, which connects to Pleasant Harbor and borders Black Point to the east, contains many fish species and serves as a migratory corridor for adult salmonids returning to spawning streams. Although there are no fish present on the site, fish presence is assumed to occur along the shoreline of the site during certain times of the year. There are two major drainages, Dosewallips and Duckabush Rivers that enter Hood Canal within a mile of the proposed proJect location. These rivers are known priority anadromous fish species that may occur along the shoreline of the site include Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshav5ttscha), chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), steelhead (Oncorhynchus mykiss) and bull trout (Sa/ve linus confluentus). Chinook Salmon Puget Sound Chinook salmon are listed as threatened under the ESA (Appendix B). The entire shoreline of Hood Canal has been designated as critical habitat for Chinook salmon including Pleasant Harbor and Black point shorelines (70 FR 52630-52853). Although there are no streams containing Chinook salmon on or within the vicinity of the site (WDFW 2008), during varying life stages, Chinook salmon are expected to be present along the shoreline adjacent to the site during certain times of the year. Chum Salmon The Hood Canal summer-run chum salmon are listed as threatened under the ESA as shown in Appendix B. Their current designated critical habitat is nearshore marine areas of the Hood Canal. Portions of the project are located along designated marine nearshore areas of Hood Canal. The Duckabush River which is located approximately one mile to the south of the site contains summer-run chum salmon critical habitat (70 FR 52630-52853 and WDFW 2006). Fall Chum salmon in the Hood Canal do not warrant listing under the ESA as shown in Appendix B. Chum salmon are present along nearshore areas in the vicinity of the project and utilize the area for foraging and migration to natal streams. There are no streams with documented presence of chum salmon on the site (WDFW 2008). However, during varying life stages, chum salmon are expected to be present along the shoreline adjacent to the site during certain times of the year. Coho Salmon The Puget Sound coho salmon are listed as a species of concern under the ESA as shown in Appendix B. Critical habitat has not been designated for coho salmon. There are no streams with documented File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 5 GeoExetxeeeslQ DRAFT coho salmon use on the site (WDFW 2008). However, during varying life stages, coho salmon are expected to be present along the shoreline adjacent to the site during certain times of the year. Steelhead Puget Sound steelhead are listed as threatened under the ESA (72 FR 26722-26735) as shown in Appendix B. Although critical habitat for the Puget Sound steelhead is in the process of being determined, as of yet critical habitat has not been designated. The marine waters within the vicinity of the site are known to contain different life history stages of Puget Sound steelhead at various times of year. There are no steelhead-producing streams within the limits of the project (WDFW 2008). However, steelhead migrate through the area and may be found foraging along the shoreline adjacent to the project throughout the year. Forage Fish Forage fish presence has been documented along the shoreline of Black Point (WDFW 2008). Pacific herring (Clupea harengus pallasi) is the only species of forage fish with spawning areas along the shoreline of Section I (WDFW 2008). The preferred habitat for Pacific herring spawning is in eelgrass (Zostera marina) beds. Eelgrass was identified on the WDFW PHS maps in the vicinity of the marina, but its presence was not verified during the field investigation (WDFW 2008). There is no expansion of the marina or hardening of the shoreline proposed within Pleasant Harbor; thus, an eelgrass survey was not conducted in this area. Sand lance (Ammodytes hexapterus) spawning areas have been documented along the mouth of Pleasant Harbor and surf smelt (Hypomesus pretiosus) spawning areas have been documented along the southeastem shoreline of Black Point (WDFW 2008a). The three species of forage fish are expected to use areas in the vicinity of the site for spawning due to the substrate size and composition present. Wildlife Wildlife presence and use of the site was evaluated through a review of available literature and site investigation. Sources consulted during the assessment included the USFWS endangered and threatened species list for Jefferson County, Washington (USFWS 2007) (Appendix B) and the WDFW PHS map (2008) of the site and surrounding area. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, but captures the most likely listed species to be present on the site based on habitat type, amount and landscape position. The USFWS identifies listed species that may occur in Jefferson County including marbled murrelets (Brachyramphus marmoratus) and northern spotted owls (Srix occidentalis caurina). Marbled Murrelet Marbled murrelets are associated with marine environments and old-growth forests. There is no suitable nesting habitat present on or near the site. There is also no documented presence of marbled murrelets in the vicinity of the project (WDFW 2008). However, because the site is adjacent to File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 6 GeoExeneeaslQ ! BullTrout Bull trout are currently listed as threatened under the ESA as shown in Appendix B and have been historically documented to occur in the Duckabush River (WDFW 2003) located I mile south of the project site. There has been no recent documented presence in the Duckabush River; however, this does not mean that they are not present in the river system or its tributaries. The shorelines in the vicinity of the site are listed as nearshore critical habitat for bull trout (70 FR 56212-5631 I ). Bull trout may be found foraging along the shoreline in the vicinity of the project area during certain times of the year.! DRAF'I nearshore marine environments, there is potential for foraging marbled murrelets to be present near the site during certain times of the year. Northem Spotted Owl Northem spotted owls are associated with old-growth forests. There is no suitable nesting habitat present on or near the site. There is no documented presence of northern spotted owls within the vicinity of the site either (WDFW 2008). It is highly unlikely for northern spotted owls to be present within the vicinity of the site because there is no suitable foraging or nesting habitat on-site or within the surrounding area. Waterfowl Concentrations Migratory water fowl, such as ducks, geese and swans, are expected to be present within the vicinity of the site. The Duckabush River enters Hood Canal about I mile southwest of the site. There is an extensive delta and shallow mudflat habitat at the mouth of the river. This area is prime habitat for waterfowl: thus, they can be expected to feed and migrate through the area during various times of the year. There is a documented waterfowl concentration of trumpeter swans (Cygnus buccinators) along the southern shoreline of Black Point that is associated with the mouth of the Duckabush River (WDFW 2008). There is also documented presence of hooded merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus) as concentrations in a pond less than 0.5 mile to the east of the site (WDFW 2008). Marine Mammals The presence of marine mammals along the shorelines of the site was evaluated through a review of available literature and a site investigation. Sources consulted during the assessment included the USFWS endangered and threatened species list for Jefferson County, Washington (USFWS 2007) (Appendix B), NOAA ESA Listed Marine Mammals (2007) (Appendix B) and the WDFW PHS map (2008) of the site and surrounding area. This list is not intended to be exhaustive, but captures the most likely listed species to be present based on habitat tlpe and landscape position. Marine Mammals that may be found along the shoreline of the site include southern resident killer whales (Orcinus orca), humpback whales (Megaptera novaengliae) and Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus). Southern Resident Killer tlUhale Southern resident killer whales are found in coastal habitats of temperate waters and are seldom seen in tropical and offshore waters (NatureServe 2008). Although southern resident killer whale critical habitat has been designated for most of Puget Sound, it has not been designated within Hood Canal (National Marine Fisheries Services INMFS] 2008). However, because the site is adjacent to salmonid designated critical habitat, there is potential for the southern resident killer whale to be found foraging along the shorelines in the vicinity of the project during certain times of the year. Humpback Whale Humpback whales are found in coastal waters sometimes frequenting inshore habitats such as bays. There is no designated critical habitat for the humpback whale (NMFS 2008). The site is adjacent to coastal waters and, therefore, there is potential for the humpback whale to be found along the shorelines in the vicinity of the project throughout the year. Stellar Sea Lion Within the United States, Steller sea lions are found in coastal habitats along Alaska, Washington, Oregon and California. Although the Steller sea lion has been identified by the NMFS as possibly being found in the Puget Sound, critical habitat has not been designated for the Steller sea lion within Washington (NMFS 2008). There are no sea lion haul out sites within the Hood Canal area (WDFW 2000a). The Steller sea lion is present within Washington as a non-breeder during the months of File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 7 GeoExeneeaslQ DRAFT October to April (NatureServe 2008). There is potential for the Steller sea lion to be found along the shorelines of the site during October to April. Shellfish Several species of shellfish are candidates for listing under the ESA. The Olympia oyster (Ostrea lurida), blue-gray taildropper (Prophysaon coeruleum), California floater (Anodonta californiensis), Columbia oregonian (Cryptomastix hendersoni), dalles sideband (Monadenia fidelis minor), gSant Columbia River limpet (Fisherola nuttalli), great Columbia spire snail (Fluminicola columbiana), Newcomb's littorine snail (Algamorda subrotundata), pinto abalone (Haliotis kamtschatkana), poplar oregonian (Cryptomastk populi) are candidates for listing under the ESA. Critical habitat has not been developed for these shellfish and they are not documented to occur within the vicinity of the site (WDFW 2008). For more information, refer to the GeoEngineers report entitled Shoreline Characterization Report, Pleasant Harbor Marina and Golf Resort (GeoEngineers 2006b). Rare and Endangered Plants Within the boundaries of the site, there are no endangered or threatened plants currently listed under the ESA that are identified on the DNR NI{P rare plants list (2007). However, according to the Washington NIIP, the presence of current sensitive species occurring within 1.5 miles of the project area was documented. A small patch of chain-fern (Woodwardia fimbriata) exists about I mile northeast of the site along SR 101 (Figure 4). A large patch of sensitive plants is present at the mouth of the Duckabush River approximately 0.5 miles southwest of site. This community includes saltgrass (Distichlis spicata), pickleweed (Salicornia virginica), sea-milkwort (Glaux maritime), Pacific silverweed (Potentilla anserina), Baltic rush (Juncus balticus), Lyngby sedge (Carex lyngbyei) and seaside alrowgrass (Triglochin maritimum). There is also historic presence of A Moss (Brotherella roellii) on Section 3 of the site. However, there is no evidence of A Moss present on-site since it was observed in l9l3 (DNR 2008b). Golden paintbrush (Castilleja levisecta) is listed in USFWS (2008) to occur within the limits of Jefferson County. There is no documented on-site occurrence of this species in the DNR rare plants list (2008), nor was suitable habitat or individual plants observed during the site investigation. Freuo RecoxnrussANcE Section I is currently being used as the Pleasant Harbor RV Resort and consists of developed roads, RV pads with water and electricity. Restrooms are located throughout the developed area of the site. Section I is bordered by Hood Canal to the south, forested land and several single-family residences to the east, light residential housing to the north and Highway l0l to the west. Black Point peninsula landforms consist of hills, ravines and deep kettles shaped by glacial processes. The project area is sparsely forested with pockets of second growth coniferous forest and areas of deciduous shrubs and trees. There are also cleared areas associated with the existing RV park including roads, camp sites, maintenance areas, lodge, restrooms, parking areas and play areas. The topography of the shoreline in Sections 2 and3 surrounding Pleasant Harbor consists of moderately steep slopes, with roads, parking areas and buildings. A coniferous-forested buffer lies between the current development and Highway l0l. The shoreline in Section 3 has a mixed coniferous- and deciduous-forested buffer of approximately l0 to 20 feet wide that is segmented by dock gangways. A commercial marina and store with parking lots and paved roads located along the shoreline. This area is bordered by Highway 101 to the north, Pleasant Harbor to the south, low-density single-family residences and forest to the east, and forest and SR l0l to the west. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 8 GeoExetxzenslQ DRAFT Ordinary High Water Mark Delineation An ordinary high water mark (OHWM) delineation was performed on April 15 and May 9, 2008 along the southern shoreline in Section I and along the northern shoreline of Pleasant Harbor in Sections 2 and 3. For the purposes of the OHWM delineation, the Pleasant Harbor shoreline is considered a low- energy environment due to the protected waters of the Bay and the vegetation established below the mean higher high tide line. Therefore, the OHWM coincides with the landward limit of salt-tolerant vegetation. Salt-tolerant vegetation identified during the survey along Pleasant Harbor included saltgrass (Distichlis spicata var. spicata), pickleweed (Salicornio virginica), Puget Sound gumweed (Grindelia integrifolia var. macrophylla) and fleshy jaumea (Jaumea carnosa). The Hood Canal shoreline of Black Point is considered a high-energy environment because of the exposed nature of the shoreline and the lack of vegetation established below the mean higher high tide line. For high-energy environments, OHWM usually coincides with the line of vegetation. Where the OHWM cannot be found, it is described as the elevation of MHHW. According to the USACE tidal datum information for Seabeck, Washington (located approximately 4 miles east of Pleasant Harbor and Black Point), the MHHW is I 1.40 feet based on the Mean Lower Low Water datum plane (USACE 2000). The shoreline along Blackpoint is high bluff with areas of vertical slopes, which contain little to no vegetation and signs of active erosion. The watermark elevations across the shorelines of the site were consistent with the same elevation indicated by adjacant vegetation shifts and topographic breaks and were considered to be the line of OIIWM. A map depicting the location of the OHWM delineation is presented in Figure 5 - Site Map. DISCUSSION OF THE SITE, POTENTIAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES Sxoneunes A rD Burrens The shoreline along the southern portion of Section I is classified as Conservancy and the shoreline along the marina is classified as Suburban under the current Shoreline Master Program (SMP). Jefferson County is in the pr(rcess of revising the SMP. Shoreline designations under the current draft SMP would be Natural along Section I and High Intensity along the marina. According to JCC Chapter 18.22.270 Table 2- Buffers for other Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Ar@s, all marine nearshore habitats require a 150-foot buffer measured from the OHWM. The JCC Chapter 18.25.140- SMP identifies that the policy for Suburban shorelines is to provide permanent residential and recreational areas outside of urban areas, so long as development of these areas provides adequate facilities for sewage disposal, water supply, open space, and the like without severe degradation to the lifestyle that was sought initially. Shoreline buffers perform rnany protective functions for associated waterbodies. Buffers provide specific water quality protection through displacement and filtering of pollutants and sediments, shoreline stabilization, thermal cover and temperature moderation for aquatic species and specific habitat features such as food, cover, nesting, perches and wildlife corridors. Site-specific conditions in the buffer including slope, soil, vegetation characteristics (condition and type), and sources of the water quality pollutants directly affect the buffer widths necessary to protect water quality functions (Desbonnet et al. 1994). Section 1 The southern shoreline of Section I is lined with large woody debris and consists of gravel and cobble beaches, with an overhanging forested canopy of Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesli), Pacific madrone File No. 12677-001-06 Augusr 22,2008 Page 9 GeoExetxeeeslQ DRAF-T (Arbutus menziesii), bigleaf maple (Acer macrophyllum) and western red cedar (Thuja plicata) on the western portion of the section. The eastern portion of the section contains steep slopes and high bluffs along the shoreline, with recent signs of erosion. These high bluff areas act as feeder bluffs for the adjacent beaches contributing gravel and cobbles as well as finer material. The southern shoreline of Section I is listed as Conservancy in the Jefferson County critical areas map. The Jefferson County Shoreline Master Program (JCC 18.25.130) defines conservancy shorelines as those with valuable natural, cultural or historical resources or environmental conditions that need to be protected to ensure their continual supply is not degraded. Specific areas included in this designation are steep slopes and eroding bluffs, such as those found on site. Low-density residential development and aquaculture activities are permitted on conservancy shorelines provided these resources are not degraded. Although the JCC shoreline buffer is 150 feet, the project proponent proposes to maintain a 200-foot buffer measured from the OHWM in Section L The extra 50 feet will result in an additional162,319 square feet (3.73 acres) that will remain undeveloped and provide further protection and more shoreline habitat. The buffer consists of native vegetation and will be dedicated as open space to remain undisturbed. The 200-foot shoreline buffer is composed of a Douglas fir forest that has lesser amounts of Pacific madrone, bigleaf maple, red alder (Alnus rubra) and western red cedar. The thick understory is dominated by salal (Gaultheria shallon), Oregon grape (Mahonia nervosa), salmonbary (Rubus spectabilis), evergreen huckleberry (Vaccinium ovatum), ocean spray (Holodiscus discolor) and sword fern (Po lys t i c hu m mun itum). The majority of the southern shoreline buffer consists of steep slopes. The eastern portion of the 200- foot buffer extends onto the top of the bluff where an asphalt road and campsites are located (Figure 6 - Golf Course Shoreline Buffer Planting Plan East Half). The asphalt road provides access through the RV Park and to campsites at the top of the bluff. The total area of existing impervious surface in this area is 20,951 square feet. This asphalt road will be removed, as well as the asphalt outside of the buffer, and the area inside the buffer will be replanted with native vegetation as shown in Figure 6 and Figure 7 - Golf Course Shoreline Buffer Restoration - West Half. The campsites are clear of trees and shrubs and consist of grass and gravel patches. The campsite area within the 200-foot buffer is 40,959 square feet and it is proposed for restoration as shown in Figures 6 and7. Table I below describes the plants proposed for road and campsite areas. Table 1. Southern Shoreline Replanting Area Note: *Number of plants was derived from the rectangular spacing syslem. Gommon Name Scieilific Name lndicator Status Vegetatio n Class Size On Center Spacing (ft) Number of Plants 53 53 53 53 214 214 214 859 Big Leaf Maple Acer macrophyllum FACU 1 gallon 12 Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 Sitka Spruce Picea sitchensis FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 Weslern Red Cedar Thuja plicata FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub I gallon 6 Oregon grape Mahonia nevosa UPL Shrub 'l gallon 6 Salal Gaultheria shallon FACU Shrub 'l gallon 6 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 Page 10 GeoExeneeeslQFileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 T I I Tree DRAFT The Top-of-Slope buffer, which extends 30 feet past the Top-of-Slope, extends beyond the 200-foot OHWM buffer along the western portion of Section l. This additional Top-of-Slope buffer area is 87,969 square feet (2.02 acres) and it will not be disturbed from development activities. A trail leading from the top of the bluff to the beach is located along the western portion of the shoreline buffer. This trail will be decommissioned and access to the shoreline from the site or access from the shoreline to the site will not be permitted. Disturbed areas that encroach into the 200-foot buffer will be restored and planted with native vegetation found within the project vicinity. As a result of this development, there will be no encroachment into the 200-foot buffer and any disturbance within the 200-foot buffer and Top-of-Slope buffer will be restored. Section 2 and Secfion 3 Section 2 is situated along the eastern edge of Highway l0l and includes a small section of the shoreline along the western edge of Pleasant Harbor. The substrate along the shoreline consists of sand, gravel and cobbles. The 150-foot shoreline buffer along the northern edge consists of a forest of Douglas fir, Pacific madrone, bigleaf maple and westem red cedar. There is one single-family residence along the shoreline that is located greater than 150 feet from the OHWM (Figure 8 - Marina Steam and Shoreline Map). Disturbed areas of the shoreline buffer as well as Streams A and B that are not incorporated into the MPR will be restored to natural condition as shown in Figure 9 - Marina Sfreams A and B Buffer Restoration Map. The Pleasant Harbor shoreline along Section 3 consists of sand, gravel and cobble beaches, with an overhanging canopy of Douglas fr, Pacific madrone, bigleaf maple and western red cedar. The shoreline buffer in this area primarily consists of native vegetation of widths ranging from l0 to 70 feet. The remaining portion of the buffer is impacted from paved roads, parking areas and buildings related to the marina. Areas along the 150-foot shoreline buffer in Sections 2 and 3 that are not part of the MPR development will remain in their natural condition or will be restored if they have been historically impacted. Detailed maps of the buffer enhancement areas are located in Figures 9 and l0 - Marina Streams C, D and E Buffer Planting Plan. The vegetated buffer consists of Douglas fu, Pacific madrone, bigleaf maple and western red cedar in the overhanging canopy with a thick understory of salal, evergreen huckleberry, Oregon grape and sword fern. Critical habitat for Chinook salmon and bull trout is mapped along the shorelines of Pleasant Harbor and in adjacent Hood Canal. Listed and non-listed species that may be present within the harbor or in adjacent Hood Canal include: Chinook salmon, chum salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, bull trout, forage fish species, southern killer whale, humpback whale, Steller sea lions, waterfowl species, as well as shellfish and other invertebrate species. Development activities in the 150-foot shoreline buffer in Sections 2 and 3 will not adversely impact listed species or their habitat. The Pleasant Harbor shoreline is listed as Suburban according to the Jefferson County critical areas map. The Jefferson County Shoreline Master Program (18.25.140) defines Suburban shorelines as areas where residential activity may approach urban density, but usually where densities permit space for small numbers of livestoclg gardens, or wood lots. These areas are served by individual or community water supplies, but generally are not linked with utilities from an urban center. Commercial activities to serve the needs of the immediate area are considered an integral part of this designation. FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page l1 GeoExetxeeellQ DRAFT Public Access lo Shorelines Public access to the shoreline will be limited to the already developed Pleasant Harbor. People mooring their boats at the Pleasant Harbor Marina have access to the shoreline. During low tide events, the general public can walk along the shoreline throughout the entire length of Section 2 and3. Currently there is little to no evidence of human impacts to the southern shoreline buffer in Section l. The abandoned trail in Section I leading to the shoreline will be closed and public access to the shoreline will not be permitted. Plensrurr Hmeon Manne The marina contains 3ll boat slips, including12 that can accommodate vessels up to 150 feet long. The marina is currently equipped with a fuel dock for marine fueling, with a sewage pump-out located on the dock. A second, smaller marina (Home Port Marina) is located east of the Pleasant Harbor Marina near the entrance of the harbor. This marina does not have fueling or sewage disposal services. The closest marina tp Pleasant Harbor that has similar facilities is located more than 4 miles away on the west shore of the Hood Canal in Seabech Washington. Marinas are limited on the Hood Canal and the Pleasant Harbor Marina acts as an important fueling, mooring and sewage disposal site for boaters. The MPR development is not expected to increase pollutants into the harbor. As part of this development and as part of the water quality mitigation effort, the existing septic tanks and pump house will be replaced with a sewage treatment plant and water treatment system and the fuel containment tanks and pump will be replaced with a new fuel system. The treated water from the septic system will then be used as irrigation for the golf course in Section l. Also, as part of the water quality mitigation effort, the resort will be required to collect water quality data in the surrounding area using existing state monitoring stations. Should changes in water quality be identified, the resort will be required to notifu Jefferson County and participate in rectiffing problems. Currently, shellfish harvesting in Pleasant Harbor is prohibited because pollution has caused the shellfish to be unsafe for human consumption (WDFW 2000b). There is concern that the resort will bring an increased number of boats into the area, which may meirn an increased amount of pollution and more shellfish harvesting area closures. It is possible that boating traffic in Pleasant Harbor may increase as a result of the proposed development from boaters coming to visit the resort and attractions in the Hood Canal. An increased volume of boating traflic in the harbor may impact water quality from pollution related to sewage disposal, grey water disposal, bilge pumps, spilled fuel and fiash. However, although there may be an increased amount of boaters, the number of slips in the marina will not change and the predicted increase will not be over what the area has been allowed through existing permits. The proposed development plans to reduce the potential impacts from these pollutants through the implementation and use of conservative marina covenants and regulations and direct community involvement. The regulations will be implemented by the Pleasant Harbor Yacht Club. All surface water runoff within the Maritime Village area is required by the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) to be captured and treated prior to discharge into the harbor. As a result of the stormwater management and treatment mechanisms, and the replacement of the septic tanks, pump house and fuel containment tanks, the net discharge to the harbor should be cleaner than current conditions. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 12 GeoExetxeeaslQ ! DRAFT Tunicates The clubbed tunicate is an invasive aquatic creature that is threatening the biological diversity of Washington's coastal waters. They are siphon-feeding marine animals that have no known predators and are native to Asian coastal waters. Their proliferation concerns biologists because these creatures can quickly blanket the hull of boats, pilings and other hard surfaces, out-competing or suffocating other sea life including clams, mussels and oysters (WDFW 2007). These creatures were first discovered in Puget Sound in 2004 and since then have made their way into Pleasant Harbor (WDFW 2007). In 2004, the Washington legislature directed WDFW to develop a response plan that would address eradication of the invasive tunicates (WDFW 2007). According to the FEIS for the proposed Brinnon MPR (Jefferson County 2007a), as part of a response plan to the tunicates, WDFW contacted the applicant and the current marina owners to discuss the opportunity for partnership in addressing tunicate eradication in the harbor. Through experiments, WDFW has determined power-washing vessels and docks rather than hand removal is the most effective way to rid tunicates (Jefferson County 2007a). Currently, approximately 40 percent of the existing docks within the marina are wooden or have Styrofoam billets that are not conducive to being power washed. In order for this eradication plan to achieve success, the wooden and Styrofoam-billeted docks need to be replaced with concrete docks. Therefore, the mitigation measure for invasive tunicates is to replace the wooden and Styrofoam billeted docks with concrete docks that can be power washed. Thus, four of the existing 12 docks will need to be replaced as shown in Figure I I - Pleasant Harbor Dock Replacement Map. The project will be completed in phases during the off season (October through April), which will reduce the impact on existing operations and customers. Fsn ano Wroure The seasonal, and often secretive, habits of many fish and wildlife species make it difficult to confirm habitat use with just a few site surveys. Therefore, not all wildlife species that use the site could be verified by direct observations or signs (tracks, nests, etc), and known species utilization ofthe area is the documented presence within the literahre as described above in the PHS maps. Vegetation is a major factor in the distribution of wildlife. Plants provide food and shelter against predators and weather, and sites for nesting, resting, perching and breeding (Leedy and Adams. 1984). The field reconnaissance revealed the presence of numerous mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibian species. The wildlife use of Section I is essentially isolated from the Olympic Peninsula by Highway l0l. However, the wildlife described below may use the site through corridors that connect the site with the Olympic Peninsula habitat west of Highway l0l. Figure 12 - Golf Course Wetland Mitigation Plan and Wildlife Corridor Map, shows the wildlife corridors formed by areas of temperate coniferous forest that could connect the project site to the peninsula and additional undeveloped parcels in the vicinity. Although listed species may occur along the shorelines of the project area, there are no listed species utilizing the upland areas. There is no documentation of terrestrial listed ESA species utilizing the site, but listed marine ESA species may be utilizing the adjacent shorelines of the property. These species include fish, mollusks, and marine animals such as: Chinook salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, bull trout, southern resident killer whale, humpback whales and Steller sea lion. These animals can be negatively impacted by pollution entering Hood Canal which reduces water quality. However, surface water runoff, a potential source of pollution, will be collected and treated on-site, and then discharged to an on-site infiltration area so that it will not enter Hood Canal. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page lj GeoExeneeeslQ DRAF'T Bald Eagles Although they are still listed as a state threatened species, bald eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) were de-listed in July 2007 from the federal ESA list (72 FR 37345-37372). There are no nests, concentration points or foraging areas documented on the site. The WDFW PHS maps indicate the presence of two bald eagle nests on the eastern shoreline of Black Point just under 0.5 mile east from the proposed development site. There are also two nests located 2.5 miles to the southwest along the shoreline of the Hood Canal and one nest located to the north approximately I mile, about 1,200 feet inland (WDFW 2008a). The shoreline on the southern edge of Black Point and the Pleasant Harbor shoreline contain mature trees suitable for eagle perching. There are no nests, communal roosts, foraging areas or buffers located on the site. However, there is presence of bald eagles in the project vicinity, which indicates there is potential for bald eagles to utilize the site at a regular occurrence. Therefore, an effort will be made to preserve trees of significance (trees with at least lO-inches diameter at breast height [DBH]), which eagles may use for nesting or perching. During the 2006 field reconnaissance, one immature and one adult bald eagle were observed flying over the site, and two adult bald eagles were observed perched in mature Douglas-fir trees along Pleasant Harbor. The development rnay temporarily displace the bald eagles during construction, but impacts should be temporary because the habitat they currently utilize will remain undisturbed. Some mature trees will be left on site, the southern shoreline along Section I will have an undisturbed 200-foot buffer along Hood Canal and mature trees along the shoreline of Sections 2 and 3 will also be saved from impacts associated with the MPR. Harbor Seals There are two documented harbor se,al (Phoca vitulina) haulout sites at the mouth of the Duckabush River located about I mile south of the site (WDFW 2000a and 2008). One group consisted of less than 100 seals and the other contained between 100 and 500 seals. Harbor seals typically congregate in flat beach areas. The shoreline along the site consists of steep cliffs; therefore, it is not likely for harbor seals to inhabit the shoreline along Section l. There will likely be no impacts to harbor seals as a result of this development, because the southern shoreline along Section I will have a 200-foot buffer and no untreated storm water will be directly discharged into the Hood Canal. Non-listed Birds Numerous snags that contained signs of use by woodpeckers and insects were observed throughout the site. The holes were not of consistent size and pattern indicative of pileated woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus). It is likely that the indicators of woodpecker use on the snags were caused by the Northern flicker (Colaptes auratus). Visual observations of various birds were made during the investigation, including American robins (Turdus migratorius), American crows (Corws brachyrhynchos), hummingbirds (Trochilidae family), and great blue heron (Ardea herodias). Although several bird species were observed at the site, no nests were observed during the site investigation. There is a documented osprey (Pandion haliaetus) nest located offsite about 300 feet south of Pleasant Harbor. Ospreys were observed to be present in the nest during the April 3, 2008 field reconnaissance. Birds will be temporarily displaced during construction, but there should not be significant impacts as a result of the development because designated vegetated areas will remain undisturbed during and post- construction. These vegetated areas will provide sufficient habitat and food for survival. Mammals Several signs of mammal presence were observed during the field reconnaissance. Black-tail deer (Odocoileus hemionus columbianus) scat and tracks were observed throughout the site from the File No. 12677-001-06 Augusr 22, 2008 Page 14 GeoExetxeeaslQ ! DRAFT shoreline to the upland in all sections. Coyote (Canis latrans) scat and tracks were also observed on site. Black-tail deer were the only visual confirmations of mammals made during the field reconnaissance. Mammals typically feed on shrubs containing berries and fruits during all times of the year as well as miscellaneous grass species. Numerous plant species were observed on site that provide browsing sources for mammals, such as vine maple, (Acer circinotum), red alder, salal, Douglas-fr, cascara (Rhamnus purshiana), blackberry (Rubus spp.), salmonberry, willow (Salix spp.), red elderberry (Sambucus racemosa), Westem red cedar and huckleberry (Vaccinium spp.). Mammals may be temporarily impacted due to the construction. However, there should not be significant impacts as a result of the development, because several vegetated areas and corridors will remain throughout the site. These vegetated corridors and areas will provide habitat and food. There is documented presence of regular large concentrations of Roosevelt elk (Cervus elaphus roosevelti) in the vicinity of the site (WDFW 2008a). Elk migrate on a seasonal pattern and can be expected to be in the project vicinity during certain times of the year. Elk could potentially wander onto Black Point and inhabit the site for short durations during the year. However, SR l0l separates the entire site from the elk range. Elk are not expected to cross over heavily traveled roads such as Highway l0l. Approximately 2 miles northeast of the site there are "Elk Crossing" signs posted in Brinnon, so there is potential for elk to cross over Highway l0l. Negative impacts are not expected to occur to the Roosevelt elk as a result of this project because there is no evidence that elk are utilizing the site. Herpetiles A western fence lizard (Sceloporus occidentalis) was observed on the southern shoreline in Section I during the field visit. The lizard was observed sunbathing on a large log. These lizards are preyed upon by birds and snakes. Several different common garter snakes (Thamnophis sirtalis) were observed at various locations on the site and were typically found in upland areas with low-lying grass and shrub layers. Pacific tree frogs (Hyla regilla) were also heard calling during the site visits. The tree frog and garter snakes are expected to be present at the site after construction. The snakes, lizards and frogs will be temporarily displaced during construction. However, there should not be significant impacts as a result of the development because vegetated corridors leading to relatively undisturbed vegetated areas will remain throughout the site. These vegetated areas will provide sufficient habitat and food. Shellfish Several species of shellfish are documented to occur in the intertidal and subtidal waters on the southern shoreline of Section I (WDFW 2008a). These species include: geoduck (Panope abrupta), Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas), sea cucumber (Parastichopus caldornicus), Dungeness crab (Cancer magister), spot prawn (Pandalus platyceros), pink shrimp (Pandalus jordani), northern shrimp (Pandalis borealis), coonstripe shrimp (Pandalis danae), native littleneck clam (Protothaca staminea), Manila littleneck clam(Tapes philippinarun), butter clam(Saxidomus giganeus), cockle (Clinocardium nuttallii), native horse clam (Tresus nutallii), native Pacific littleneck (Tresus capax), and piddock (Zirfaea pilsbryi). Durirrg previous site visits, the Pacific oyster was observed in moderate abundance along Sections 1, 2 and 3 shorelines. The shellfish within the project areas and the surrounding vicinity have been negatively impacted from water quality issues (GeoEngineers 2006d). All surface water runoff will be collected and treated on site, with no discharge from the site. Currently in Pleasant Harbor, shellfish harvesting is prohibited because pollution has caused the shellfish to be unsafe for human consumption (WDFW 2000b). There FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 15 GeoExetxeeeslQ DRAFI is concern that the resort will bring an increased number of boats into the area which may mean an increased amount of pollution and ultimately more shellfish harvesting area closures. However, although there may be an increased amount of boaters, the number of slips in the marina will not change and the predicted increase will not be over what the area is permitted for. As part of this development at the Maritime Village in Sections 2 and3 and as part of the water quality mitigation effort, the existing septic tanks and pump house will be replaced with a sewage treatment plant and water treatment system. The fuel containment tanks and pump will be replaced with a new fuel system. The treated water from the septic system will then be used for irrigation for the golf course in Section l. As part of the water quality mitigation effort the resort will be required to collect water quality data in the surrounding area using existing state monitoring stations. Should changes in water quality be identified, the resort will be required to notifo Jefferson County and participate in rectifying problems. There should be no impacts to shellfish as a result of this development because the southern shoreline along Section I will have a 200-foot buffer and mitigation efforts such as native plant revegetation are being made to lesson impacts to the water quality of Hood Canal. Habitat Mitigation Tribal wildlife resources consist of native plants and wildlife found on-site and along the shorelines of Hood Canal and Pleasant Harbor. Various strategies will be implemented to help protect tribal wildlife resources throughout the site from impacts caused from the development. These strategies include providing natural vegetated areas that will be protected from development and remain undisturbed as well as reducing impacts to the marine environment by controlling pollution that may drain to the canal and harbor. Wildlife Gorridors The following mitigation measures will be taken to limit impacts to terrestrial wildlife resources and protect wildlife corridors within Section l: o Vegetated areas will be left undisturbed throughout the development. o Instead of the JCC 150-foot buffer, a 200-foot shoreline buffer is proposed and will not be disturbed or encroached upon. Disturbed portions of the buffer will be restored. o The wetland critical area buffers will be marked and left undisturbed for Wetlands C and D. o Existing concrete and gravel roads within the buffers of Wetlands C and D will be removed and the areas will be re-planted with native vegetation that is found in the project vicinity. o Vegetated corridors that lead to offsite areas and to other remaining vegetated areas will be left throughout the golf course and housing areas. These corridors will lead to more than 200 acres of relatively undisturbed vegetation on and off site in addition to existing and created wetland features on site. These corridors will be dominated by native vegetation that will provide food and habitat to animals that may use the site. A wildlife corridor map for on site is located in Figure 12. o An effort will be made to retain ffees that have a l0 inch DBH throughout the site in these corridors. These trees are important because they are used as perch trees and nesting trees for birds such as bald eagles and osprey. An active osprey nest was identified near the west shoreline of Pleasant Harbor and the nest and tree will be protected during construction. Undisturbed areas of natural vegetation and habitat corridors are important to wildlife currently using File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 16 GeoErcueeeslQ! DRAFI the site. Habitat corridors are needed to allow movement and subsequent flow of genes between wildlife populations in habitats that otherwise would be isolated. The two primary users of corridors are corridor travelers and corridor dwellers. Corridor travelers include large herbivores such as deer; medium to large carnivores like foxes and coyotes; and various migratory animals (Payne and Bryant 1994). Corridor dwellers consist of most plants, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and small mammals and birds and generally have limited dispersal ability. These vegetated areas will lesson impacts and allow wildlife to continue to utilize the site. Strategies to protect marine resources include efforts to control pollution to Hood Canal which causes negative impacts to the water quality and thus affects the marine environment. These efforts include: o Not discharging untreated stormwater directly to Hood Canal. o Collecting and treating all stormwater runoff to Class A standards before the treated stormwater is either reused for irrigation purposes or discharged to infiltration areas found on-site. o The existing septic tanks and pump house at the marina will be replaced with a sewage treatment plant and water treatment system and the existing fuel containment tanks and pump will be replaced with a new fuel system. Sunrece wATER The surface water on the site includes three wetlands in Section I and five non-fish bearing streams in Sections 2 and3 (Figure 13 - Wetland and Stream Map). As discussed in more detail in the following sections, Wetland B is to be filled to become part of the water and irrigation management system. On- site mitigation will be provided as required by County critical area requirements. Wetland hydrology within Wetlands C and D will not be negatively impacted because all stormwater and irrigation water will be captured and treated to Class A standards in approved systems before it is discharged to on-site infiltration areas. Streams A through E carry both stormwater from Highway 101 and seasonal seeps in the wet season. As with Wetlands C and D within Section l, the streams will be left in their native condition, with required buffers and all stormwater will be captured and treated for both solids and water quality. Weruaxos No wetlands were identified in Sections 2 and 3. Three wetlands were identified and delineated in April 2006 by GeoEngineers in Section I (GeoEngineers 2006c). The wetlands are depressional, ponded systems, with multiple vegetation classes that were designated Wetlands B, C and D. Wetlands are identified by the presence of three physical parameters, hydrophytic plant species, hydric soils, and wetland hydrology. Positive indicators for all three parameters must be present for an area to be classified as wetland. During the site visits of April 2008, data was collected to characterize and determine buffer widths for the wetlands. Jefferson County adopted a new Critical Areas Ordinance in 2008 that requires the wetlands to be categorized according to the 2004 Washington State Department of Ecology's Wetland Rating System for Western Washington (Ecology Publication #04-06-025) (Appendix C). This rating system is used to establish the hydrogeomorphic class of the wetland and to rate the water quality, hydrologic and habitat functions for each wetland (Hruby 2004). Determination of protective buffer widths for each wetland was conducted in accordance with JCC, Article MI - Wetlands, Part 18.22.330 File No. 12677-ff)1-06 August 22, 2008 Page 17 GeoExeueceslQ DRAFT Protection Standards, Table 18.22.330(3) Wetland Categories, Rating Scores and Buffer Widths for High Impact Land Uses (18.22.330). To accommodate topographic restraints of the site, buffer averaging for Wetland C and D is proposed in discrete locations. A wetland buffer addition will add 29,831 square feet of total wetland buffer at a ratio of approximately l: I to compensate for a total buffer loss of 26,910 square feet. Details of the buffer averaging plan are described in the sections below. Wetland B Wetland B is the largest of the three wetlands and is 20,693 square feet (0.475 acres). It is a palustrine forested; scrub-shrub and emergent kettle-hole wetland located in the middle to north area of Section l, immediately east of the main gravel road leading south from the RV park information center as shown in Figure 13 - Wetland and Stream Map. Wetland B is a Category III wetland with a high habitat score. The MPR is considered a high intensity land use; thus, the wetland buffer has been determined to be 150 feet. The MPR development proposes to use Wetland B as a part of the water quality treatment plan. The wetland will be filled with treated water that has been processed from the wastewater treatment system and will serve as the irrigation return flow to provide a source of water reuse and golf course irrigation to reduce the overall water consumption on-site. Since Wetland B will be filled, wetland mitigation is required and is described in detail in the report titled Brinnon Master Planned Resort Wetland Mitigation Plan (GeoBngineers 2008a). Wetland C Wetland C is a palustrine forested and scrub-shrub ponded wetland located in the middle-eastern half of the site within Section l, immediately southeast of Wetland B. Wetland C occupies approximately 12,148 square feet (0.279 acres). Wetland C is a Category III wetland with a moderate habitat score. The MPR is considered a high intensity land use; thus, the wetland buffer has been determined to be 80 feet. To accommodate the fairway at hole two of the planned golf course, a portion of the wetland buffer directly adjacent to the golf course fairway will be reduced. A total of 8,247 square feet of buffer will be reduced but there will not be a reduction of more than 25 percent along any portion of the buffer as outlined in the Jefferson County Code (JCC 18.22.330.8). The reduction portion of the buffer contains paved road and large amounts of Scotch broom and Himalayan blackberry to be removed as part of the enhancement plan. The buffer addition area will occur on the northern and southern portions of the wetland and will compensate for the reduction with the addition of 8,247 square feet. The buffer addition area of Wetland C replaces the reduction at approximately a ratio of l:l and currently consists of mixed coniferous-deciduous forest of Douglas fir, western red cedar, and red alder. Increasing these areas of forest on the southern side of this wetland will provide more space and assist to better connect the proposed wildlife corridors. Details of the wetland buffer area are shown in Figure 14 - Buffer Averaging Plan and a description of plants proposed for the enhancement portion of this buffer is listed below in Table 2. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 18 GeoErctxeraslQ Common Name Scientific Name lndicator Status Vegetation Class Size On Center Spacing (ft) Number of Plants Big Leaf Maple Acer macrophyllum FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 20 Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 20 Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 83 Salal Gaultheria shallon FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 83 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 332 DRAFT Table 2. Proposed Vegetation for Wetland C Buffer Mitigation Note: 'Number of plants was derived from lhe rectangular grid spacing system. The wetland and associated buffers will be marked before construction begins. Currently abandoned gavel and concrete roads are within the wetland buffer. Scotch broom has begun to dominate areas surrounding the abandoned roads. As part of the habitat management plan and wetland buffer mitigation plan, the developer proposes to remove the roads and invasive species from within the 80- foot buffer, and replant the areas with native vegetation that is found on-site. There is 14,947 square feet of impervious surface and invasive species in this area. Figure 15 shows the wetland buffer enhancement areas and planting plan and Table 2 above describes the proposed plants. Wetland D Wetland D is a palustrine forested scrub-shrub and emergent ponded wetland that occupies approximately I 1,955 square feet (0.274 acres) in the eastem portion of the project area within Section 1. The wetland extends off-site to the east and occupies a total area of approximately 0.5 to I acre. The entire wetland was not delineated due to property boundaries and a lack of permission from the landowner to access the area. Wetland D is a Category III wetland with a high score for habitat functions. The MPR is considered a high intensity land use; thus, the wetland buffer has been determined to be 150 feet. The planned fairway of the hole six also passes through the western portion of the 150-foot buffer of Wetland D. This portion of the wetland buffer will be reduced by a total of 18,663 square feet, but will not be reduced more than 25 percent as outlined in the JCC (JCC 18.22.330.8). The reduction portion of the buffer contains paved road and large amounts of Scotch broom and Himalayan blackberry to be removed as part of the enhancement plan. The buffer addition area will occur on the northern and southern portions of the wetland and will compensate for the reduction with the addition of 21,584 square feet. The buffer addition area of Wetland D replaces the reduction at approximately a ratio of l:1.2. The buffer addition currently consists of mixed coniferous-deciduous forest of Douglas fir, western red cedar, and red alder. Details of the wetland buffer area are shown in Figure 14 and a description of plants proposed for the enhancement portion of this buffer is listed below in Table 3. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 19 GeoExetxeeeslQ Scientific Name !ndicator Status Vegetation Glass Size On Genter Spacing (ft) Number of Plants Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FACU Tree 'l gallon 12 11 Red alder Alnus rubra FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 11 Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 46 Salal FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 46 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 186 DRAF-t Table 3. Proposed Vegetation for Wetland D Buffer Mitigation Note: 'Number of plants was derived from the rectangular grid spacing system. There is approximately 8,399 square feet of impervious surfaces and invasive species currently in the buffer. As part of the habitat management plan and wetland buffer mitigation plan, the developer proposes to remove the roads and invasive species from within the 150-foot buffer and replant the areas with native vegetation that is found on-site. Figure 16 - Golf Course Wetland D Buffer Planting Plan shows the wetland buffer enhancement areas and planting plan and Table 3 above describes the proposed plants. Srneams No streams were identified within Section I . A total of five streams were identified in Sections 2 and 3 and their OHWMs were delineated in April2006 by GeoEngineers (GeoEngineers 2006c). The streams are seasonal flowing and labeled Streams A, B, C, D, and E. Streams A and B are situated on the western side of Pleasant Harbor within Section 2 and Streams C, D and E are situated on the northern side of Pleasant Harbor within Section 3 (Figure l3). The streams carry both stormwater from SR 101 and groundwater from seeps during the wet season. Jefferson County classifies streams according to the WAC 222-16-030 interim water typing system. The WDFW PHS maps and database (WDFW 2008), the WDFW on-line SalmonScape interactive map viewer and database system (SalmonScape 2003) and DNR Forest Practices Application Review System (FPARS) was referenced for information on anadromous and resident fish presence. The PHS database and SalmonScape map did not list priority fish resources specifically for streams located on the site. FPARS shows Stream A as a fish-bearing Type F stream for a short distance, with a transition to a non-fish-bearing Type Ns stream before reaching Section 2. Although detailed site plans have yet to be developed, the current proposal is for a road to cross Steams A and B in Section 2 of the project area. A paved road from Black Point Road will cross the streams and provide one-way access to the Maritime Village area. The road will be situated on the east side of Highway l0l, parallel to the highway. Currently, an unnamed gravel road leading from SR l0l to the WDFW boat launch crosses Stream A. Both streams are listed as non-fish-bearing at the proposed stream crossings. The stream crossings will follow JCC requirements in Chapter 18.22 Critical Areas Ordinance, Part 25 Regulated Activities (18.22.25). As required by the JCC, the crossings will be designed to withstand projected 100-year flood flows, will meet WDFW requirements and will serve multiple residences. File No. 12677-001-06 Augusr 22, 2008 Page 20 GeoExetxzeaslQ Gommon Name Gaultheria shallon DRAFI Stream A Sneam A is a seasonal stream originating from runoff and hillside seeps upgradient of SR l0l, with stormwater runoff from Highway I 0l . Its bankfull width is geater than 2 feet wide, a width that does not support fish use or habitat. It flows east under Highway 101 south of Madrona Ridge Road and enters the site, where it flows easterly off site through a hanging culvert under an unnamed gravel road that provides access to the WDFW boat ramp, and discharges through a culvert at the southwestern end of Pleasant Harbor. In 2006, WDFW built a new boat launch in the vicinity of Stream A and Stream B. As a result, the 2006 delineation site conditions have slightly changed. The eastern culvert in Pleasant Harbor was replaced and the stream banks were planted with willow stakes and wattles. Although there is potential for fish habitat near the mouth of the strearn, fish habitat on site is prevented by a natural gradient break of greater than 20 percent as well as the hanging culvert within the project area. The hanging culvert and natural gradient break coincides with the Type F to Type N transitioning on the FPARS database. Stream A is classified as a Type Ns stream according to Jefferson County W AC 222-16-030 interim water typing system. This stream has a grade greater than or equal to 20 percent and requires a 75-foot buffer as measured from the OHWM. Stream B Sfieam B is a seasonal stream originating from stormwater runoff from Highway 101 north of Stream A. Its bankfull width is less than 2 feet wide throughout most of its occurrence on the property and, thus, it does not support fish use or habitat. It flows east and is culverted under Highway l0l south of Madrona Ridge Road. The stream flows through the site and is culverted under a private driveway where it is directed through a hung culvert and eventually discharges into the west side of Pleasant Harbor. Since the 2006 delineation, conditions have also changed along Stream B as a result of the new WDFW boat launch. During the 2006 delineation, the stream seeped into the ground above the discharge point and did not have a surface connection to the harbor. In the recent 2008 site visits the area where the water seeped into the ground has been dug out into a channel and a connection to Pleasant Harbor was reestablished. Himalayan blackberry had also been removed from along the stream edge and willow stakes installed. Stream B is classified as a Type Ns stream and has a grade greater than or equal to 20 percent, requiring a 75-foot buffer as measured from the OHWM. Stream C Steam C is a seasonal stream originating from runoff and hillside seeps upgradient of Highway l0l and stormwater runoff. Its bankfull width is less than 2 feet wide throughout the occrurence on the property and, thus, it does not support fish use or habitat. It flows in a southeast direction from under Highway l0l through a hung culvert into a nearly vertical drop to the northern end of Section 3, through another hung culvert and vertical drop under the marina parking area, and discharges into Pleasant Harbor. Stream C is classified as a Type Ns stream and has a grade greater than or equal to 20 percent, requiring a 75-foot buffer as measured from the OHWM. Stream D Stream D is a seasonal stream originating from stormwater runoff from Highway l0l. Its bankfull width is less than 2 feet wide throughout the property and, thus, it does not support fish use or habitat. It flows in a southeast direction under Highway 101 through a hung culvert and nearly vertical drop to FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 21 GeoExetxeeaslQ DRAFT the northern end of Section 3, through another hung culvert just north of the marina parking area, and discharges into Pleasant Harbor. Steam D is classified as a Type Ns stream with a grade greater than or equal to 20 percent, requiring a 75-foot buffer as measured from the OHWM. Stream E Steam E is a seasonal sffeam originating from stormwater runoff from Highway l0l. Its bankfull width is less than 2 feet wide throughout its occurrence on the property and, thus, it does not support fish use or habitat. It flows in a southeast direction under Highway 101 through a hung culvert, continues through the northern end of Section 3 and discharges into Pleasant Harbor. Stream E is classified as a Type Ns stream with a grade greater than or equal to 20 percent, requiring a 75-foot buffer as measured from the OHWM. Slreams and Stream Buffers Mitigation The stream buffers will be enhanced to mitigate for the stream crossings over Stream A and B. Steam impacts from the crossings will be mitigated for by buffer enhancement for all the streams. Currently the stream buffers for Sheams A through E consist of a Douglas fir forest that is broken up by paved and gravel roads. Figures 9 and l0 depict the locations of the streambuffer enhancement areas and a brief description of the plants used in the enhancement plan is located in Appendix D. Enhancement for Stream A buffer will consist of l,2ll square feet of impervious surface removal. Invasive species will also be removed in the buffer and these areas will be identified during construction and replanted according to the replanting plan. Table 4 describes the plants proposed for replanting of the disturbed buffer areas. Table 4. Stream A Buffer Replanting Area Note: 'Number of plants was derived from lhe rectangular grid spacing system. Sfeam B buffer will be enhanced by 1,809 square feet of impervious surface removal. Invasive species will also be removed during construction activities. These areas will then be replanted with native species found throughout the vicinity and Table 5 below describes these plants. File No. I 2677-001 -06 Common Name Scientific Name lndicator Status Vegetatio n Class Size On Genter Spacing (ft) Number of Plants Big Leaf Maple Acer macrophyllum FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 1 Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 1 Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 ,| Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 4 lndian Plum Oemleria cerasiformis FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 4 Salal Gaultheria shallon FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 4 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 19 August 22, 2008 Page 22 GeoExeueeeslQ DRAF-I Table 5. Stream B Buffer Replanting Area Common Name Scientific Name lndicator Status Vegetation Glass Size On Center Spacing (ft) Number of Plants Big Leaf Maple Acer macrophyllum FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 1 Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 1 Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 1 Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 7 lndian Plum Oemleria cerasiformis FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 7 Salal Gaultheria shallon FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 7 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 28 Note: *Number of plants was derived from the rectangular grid spacing system. Enhancements for Sheams C, D and E will consist of impervious surface removal and replanting disturbed areas with native vegetation. Approximately 74,577 square feet of buffer will be replanted. Table 6 below describes the plants proposed for the disturbed areas of Sfteams C, D and E buffer. Table 6. Streams G, D and E Buffer Replanting Area Common Name Scientific Name lndicator Stalus Vegetatlon Class On Genter Spaclng (ft) Number of Plants Big Leaf Maple Acer macrophyllum FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 73 Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 73 Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 73 Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 295 lndian Plum Oemleria cerasiformis FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 295 Salal Gaultheria shallon FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 295 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 1 183 Note: *Number of plants was derived from the rectangular grid spacing system. Within Stream A" the only potential fish bearing stream within the project vicinity, there is an offsite hanging culvert on WDFW property that is a fish passage barrier. Since the culvert is offsite there are no plans to replace the current culvert with a fish passable culvert. Cnrrcal Anees SrewmosHp PRocRAM (CASP) According to the JCC 18.22.460, applicants for development permits may elect to develop site-specific critical area stewardship plans as an alternative to the JCC requirements for fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas and wetland areas. At a minimum, the CASP must provide equal or greater protection to critical area functions and values than the prescriptive standards of buffers and setbacks. The proposed development will utilize the CASP as guidelines to promote and enhance natural resources found on and surrounding the site. As an effort to promote good stewardship, the developer is proposing a 200-foot shoreline buffer along the more sensitive southem shoreline of Section l, File No. I 2677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 23 GtoEnatxeeaslQ Size DRAF-T designated as Conservancy. Other measures may include increasing wetland buffers or creation of additional wetland areas above and beyond the standards set forth. VErarlrw BurreRs A buffer of native vegetation consisting of a coniferous forest with thick understory vegetation will be left along the southern shoreline of Section I as well as on the southern side of Highway l0l in Sections 2 and3. The locations of the visibility buffer for Sections 2 and3 are located in Figure 8. The buffer of native vegetation will not only increase available habitat for wildlife, it will also serve to buffer the golf course and residential houses from view from boaters on the Hood Canal, and the Maritime Village from Highway l0l. The vegetation within the existing buffer consists of a Douglas fir forest that has lesser amounts of Pacific madrone, bigleaf maple, red alder and western red cedar. The thick understory is dominated by salal, Oregon gape, salmonberry, evergreen huckleberry, ocean spray and sword fern. PRE- AND POSTCONSTRUCTION IMPACTS AND BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP) MEASURES The following section addresses impacts related to construction and specific BMP measures that will implemented on site. IVor'se Quality and Construction lmpacts Construction activities associated with the proposed development are not expected to have significant noise impacts on the environment around the site. This area is a moderately developed area and existing fraffrc and noise levels from traflic and maritime vessels are above normal. However, conservation measures will be used to reduce noise impacts to wildlife and neighbors. The use of heavy machinery will be minimized and consolidated as much as possible. An attempt will also be made to organize work requiring heavy machinery into single events. Construction activities will also be limited to normal (8 AM to 5PM) working hours. The construction of new buildings typically will increase the amount of impervious surfaces on a property. Impermeable surfaces, such as roads, rooftops and driveways, cause additional rain to run off at accelerated rates and less water to infiltrate back into the soil (Leedy and Adams 1984). To prevent increased erosion and impacts to water quality, runoff from the building and other impervious surfaces may require a storm water management plan that diverts this runoff away from the ground surface and back into the gound. BMPs will be adhered to throughout the project. Appropriate erosion control devices, such as silt fencing, mulch berms, and erosion conhol matting should be used if needed during all aspects of the project to mitigate potential erosion and runoff. Heavy machinery usage shall be consolidated into the shortest time periods allowable. GeoEngineers also recommends that construction staging be confined to discrete areas of the site to minimize disturbance to surrounding fish and wildlife and their habitat. No construction debris or supplies should be placed in or along the edge of the buffer. Posting buffer signs would serve as an indicator of restricted areas where construction activities would need to be avoided. Coinciding with, or immediately subsequent to the completion of the construction work, the restoration and stabilization of bare ground should occur. Restoration and stabilization activities include the application of a native seed mix and landscape stabilization of cut and filled areas using native plant species. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 24 GeoExetxeeasiQ ! DRAFT Golf Course Design and Management Practices The championship l8-hole golf course situated on Black Point will incorporate development and operation BMPs from the King County Golf Course Best Management Practices Manual (King County 1993), Best Management Practices for the Enhancement of Environmental Quality on Florida Golf Courses (2007), and Oregon Superintendent's Environmental Stewardship Guidelines (2000). These three references serve as guidelines towards achieving an environmentally sound and friendly course. This golf course will be designed and consffucted to promote yearlong play, accommodating the weather conditions experienced in this region. A separate document Golf Course Development and Operation Best Management Practices Plan Brinnon Master Planned Resort (GeoEngineers 2008b) was developed to provide a detailed list of BMPs for the golf course. A few of the important golf course design features are discussed below. Crowned fairways with bermed edges and native grass rough areas help to control drainage and stormwater runoff. Fairways are the largest turf area on most golf courses and demand the most effort in terms of grooming, nutrient additions and certainly generate the most runoff simply due to surface area. By gently crowning fairways, surface runoff will be directed to the margins where it can be properly treated. Along the margins of the course, bermed edges trap water from flowing offsite and collect it in the created pocket for treatment. Treatment is by plant uptake, interaction with the soil and atmosphere, and by filtration. Sand-plating the entire course with a minimum of l0 inches of plating sand also helps to control drainage and stormwater runoff. Studies by scientists across the country have shown that turf selection is very important to the climate and golf course play experience. In western Washington, turf selection is closely tied to the rainfall characteristics of an area and it's rooting characteristics. Most turf grass species have deeply penetrating roots. To achieve the most nutrient uptake on the course, a sand plating layer of l0 inches (sometimes more) is used in order for the roots to penetrate the entire plating material. This mass of roots acts as a very effective nutrient uptake pathway. In addition, the sand- plate layer acts as a sponge for stormwater and reduces surface water runoff and bleeds water into the margins where edge treatments further collect and treat for water quality. Created wetlands along the margins and "wet cells" at select locations to allow wetland vegetation to grow and assimilate nutrients is yet another way to help control drainage and stormwater runoff. When water is collected along the edges of a course, there is opportunity to create wetlands and wet cells that are designed to specifically hold and treat runoff water for nutrient reduction. The size and shape of these features is tailored to the landscape contour and the area providing the runoff. Plants are specifically selected for their ability to absorb and store nutrients. These areas, when constructed properly, provide excellent wildlife habitats for small mammals and birds. These are corrmonly built between the edge berm and the fairway rough. Wider and longer rough areas (between l0 to 20 feet in most cases) provide sufficient area to construct wet cells or manmade wetlands that trap and store runoff. Once these areas fill up with water under heal.y rainfall, they percolate through the berm into the landscaped areas associated with the course. In addition to the above, there are several key operational elements to a golf course that must be completed and adhered to that improve successful nutrient controls. Training of golf course personnel is a critical step. All course workers must understand the limits of the course, how and when to apply fertilizers, what fertilizers to use, and how to record their daily actions. Based on the turf used to build the course, a fertilization schedule is established that provides just the right amount of nutrient to achieve grass establishment and maintain the course app$rance. Over-fertilization and poorly applied fertilizer creates an uneven and undesirable course appearance. File No. 12677-MI-06 August 22, 2008 Page 25 GcoErctxzenslQ DRAFT A Pest Management and Control Plan is another key document each golf course must create and employ on a daily basis. Herbicides and pesticides are potentially dangerous chemicals and must be used with exffeme care and proper knowledge. A stormwater runoff monitoring program that involves sampling both surface water and groundwata for nutrient releases will be implemented. It is common that properly designe( built and operated golf courses have little to no nutrient release after the grow-in period. Once turf and the root system are establishe4 nutrient uptake is rapid and contained in the living turf, not the runoff. A properly designed monitoring plan is mandatory to investigate and document the golf course's performance regarding nutrient control. Occupation Phase Soil or yard waste must not be dumped within the shoreline buffer so that it may enter the water. The resort will incorporate landscaping with native species. Landscaping characteristics should be built around existing wildlife habitat features such as trees and shrubs. Landscaping around the construction zone should be compatible and blend with the native buffer. Bird boxes should be built or purchased and placed on the property to promote avian wildlife. Bird boxes can be built and placed on live hees according to the bird species requirements that may be most likely to utilize habitat at the site. Several education programs and information will be provided to residents and guests once the resort has been completed. These programs include information on topics such as: boater education, shellfish information and invasive Tunicates. Once the resort has been completed, residents and guests should also be made aware of the responsibility associated with living in close proximity to a shoreline environment. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS This HMP describes the current conditions of the property, the possible fish and wildlife use based upon current habitat characteristics and documentation, and minimizing impacts to the environment through conservation measures during construction and in the design of the sites. Key features of the habitat management plan are summarized below: There is no documentation of ESA listed terrestrial or freshwater species utilizing the site, but ESA listed marine species may utilize the adjacent shorelines of the property. These species include fish, mollusks, and marine animals such as: Chinook salmon, coho salmorl steelhead, bull trout, southern resident killer whale, humpback whales and steller sea lion. All rainwater and stormwater will be captured on-site and treated to Class A standards. Once treated, the water will be infiltrated back into the aquifer and/or re-used for irrigation purposes for the golf course. The golf course will not discharge stormwater to Hood Canal. All surface water runoff within the Maritime Village area is required to be captured and treated prior to discharge. As a result of the stormwater management and treatment mechanisms, and the replacement of the septic tanks, pump house and fuel containment tanks, water quality within the harbor will have a net improvement. Wildlife features will be enhanced and maintained by preserving existing native vegetation to the greatest extent possible. The southern Black Point Shoreline will have a 200-foot buffer measured from the OHWM that will remain undisturbed and vegetated with native plant species to protect the shoreline and adjacent steep slopes. This additional 50 feet beyond what is required by Jefferson County a a a a a File No. 12677-001-06 Augusr 22, 2008 Page 26 GeoExeneeeslQ ! DRAF-T Code will provide more than 162,319 square feet of undisturbed habitat and shoreline protection. o The implementation of a 200-foot buffer along the shoreline in Section I will limit adverse impacts on listed species or their habitat. o Preservation ofnative vegetated areas through avoidance and enhancement activities. o The proposed development plans are designed to reduce the potential impacts from pollutants through the implementation and use of conservative marina covenants and regulations and direct community involvement. o Wooden and styrofoam-billeted docks will be replaced with concrete docks that can be power- washed as part of the mitigation measure for invasive tunicates. o Relatively mature trees will be left on site where possible and the southern shoreline along Section I will have an undisturbed 200-foot buffer along Hood Canal. Mature trees along the shoreline of Sections 2 and 3 will also be saved where possible from impacts associated with the MPR to enhance bald eagle habitat. o Birds will be temporarily displaced in some areas during construction, but there should not be significant impacts as a result of the development because designated vegetated areas will remain undisturbed during and post-construction. These vegetated areas will provide sufficient habitat and food for survival. o Mammals may be temporarily impacted in some areas due to the construction. However, there should not be significant impacts as a result of the development, because several vegetated areas and corridors will remain throughout the site. These vegetated corridors and areas will provide habitat and food. r Negative impacts are not expected to occur to the Roosevelt elk as a result of this project because there is no evidence that elk are utilizing the site. The proposed design includes wildlife corridors through the golf course to allow the movement of larger mammals through the site r Enhancing the stream buffers through Himalayan blackberry removal and re-planting the areas with native vegetation. o Removing paved and gravel roads within the buffers of Wetlands C and D. The areas will then be re-planted with native vegetation. o Areas along the 150-foot shoreline buffer in Sections 2 and 3 that are not part of the MPR development will remain in their natural condition or will be restored if they have been historically impacted. o Removal of invasive species, including Scotch broorn, within the buffers of Wetlands C and D. o Providing visibility buffers along Highway 101 and the Hood Canal. o Following King County Golf Course Management Guidelines as well as being aware of the Audubon International Environmental Management Practices for Golf Courses. o Using the Critical Areas Stewardship Program as guidelines to promoting and enhancing the natural resources found onsite and provide a landscape approach to conserving and restoring fish and wildlife habitat. . Utilizing heavy machinery in one phase and stabilizing and replanting cut and fill areas coincidentally or immediately following construction. File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 27 GeoExenzeaslQ ! ! DRAFf By following BMPs and environmental awareness and implementing listed mitigation measures, there should be limited impacts to the fish and wildlife and water quality of the Puget Sound and in the immediate vicinity of the site. LIMITATIONS GeoEngineers has developed this Habitat Management Plan for the property located at Pleasant Harbor and Black Point owned by Statesman Corporation in general accordance with the scope and limitations of our proposal dated March ll, 2008. Within the limitations of scope, schedule and budget, our services have been executed in accordance with the generally accepted practices in this area at the time this report was prepared. No warranty or other conditions express or implied should be understood. 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Jefferson County. 2008a. Jefferson County Code (JCC). Title 18 Unified Development Code, Chapter 18.22 Critical Areas Ordinance. Jefferson County. 2008b. jMAP-Environmentally Sens itive Areas. http://map!;.co.jefferson.wa.us/Website/mspub/viewer.htm?maoset=temo_esa (Accessed April 7, 2008) Leedy, D. L. and L. W. Adams. 1984. A Guide to Urban Wildlife Management: National Institute for Urban Wildlife, Columbia, Maryland. National Marine Fisheries Service. 2008. Endangered and Threatened Species Under NMFS' Jurisdiction. http://www.nmfs.noaa. sov/prlpdfs/species/esa table.pdf (Accessed April 7, 2008) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 2005. Endangered and Threatened Species; Designation of Critical Habitat for 12 Evolutionarily Significant Units of West Coast Salmon and Steelhead in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Federal Register 70 (170): 52630-52853 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 2007. 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Plants of the Pacific Northwest Coast Washington, Oregon, British Columbia and Alaska. Lone Pine Publishing, Canada. United States Department of Agriculture. 1975. Soil Survey of Jefferson County Area, Washington. United States Department of Agriculture. 2001. Hydric soils list: Jefferson County Area, Washington. http://www.wa.nrcs.usda.eov/technical/soils/hydric_lists/hydsoil-wa-63 I .pdf (Accessed April 7, 2008) United States Fish and Wildlife Service. 1981. National Wetlands Inventory Map. Brinnon, Washington ; I :24,000, 7. 5 -minute quadrangle. United States Fish and Wildlife Service. 2007. Listed and Proposed Endangered and Threatened Species and Critical Habitat; Candidate Species; and Species of Concern in Western Washington as Prepared by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Western Washington Fish and Wildlife Office. Jefferson County. Revised October 2,2007. http ://www. fws. eov/westwafwo/se/S E_List/J EFFERSO. htm (Accessed April 7, 2008) United States Fish and Wildlife Service. 2005. Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for Bull Trout. Federal Register 70 (185): 56212-56311 United States Geological Survey. 1991. Brinnon, Washington; l:24000,7.5-minute quadrangle. United States Geological Survey. 1994. Aerial photograph. Available online at: http ://www. terraserverusa. com (Accessed April 7, 2008) Washington Administrative Code. I 7 3 -22-030. Defi nitions. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2000a. Atlas of Seal and Sea Lion Haulout Sites in Washington. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Wildlife Science Divisiorl 600 Capitol Way North, Olympia Washington. pp. 150. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2000b. Shellfish Regulations: Map O9-North Hood Canal http ://wdfw. wa. gov/fi slr/shel fi sh/beachree/mapO9. htm (Accessed April 10, 2008). Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2007 . Aquatic Nuisance Species: Species Identification, Invasive Species Fact Sheets. http://wdfw.wa.gov/fish/ans/identi&/htmUindex.php?species=st),ela_clava (Accessed April 2, 2008) Page j0 GeoExcnezaslQFile No. 12677-N)1-06 August 22, 2008 DRAFT Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2008. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife- Habitats and Species Map in the Vicinity of T29R0lE Section 7. Accessed April 8, 2008. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2003. SalmonScape. http ://wdfw, wa. gov/mappi ns/salmonscape/i ndex. htrnl (Accessed April 8, 2008) Washington Department of Natural Resources. 2008a. Washington Natural Heritage Information Systenr, List of Known Occurrences of Rare Plants in Jefferson County, Washington. http://www I .dnr.wa. eov/nhp/refdesVlists/plantsxco/Jefferson.html. (Accessed April 9, 2008) Washington Department of Natural Resources. 2008b. List of Plants Tracked by Washinton Natural Heritage Program. http ://www I .dnr.wa. gov/nhp/refdesk/l ists/plantrnk.html (Accessed April 9, 2008) File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page 31 GeoExetxeeeslQ T I t T T t t I t I T T I t T T I t I oYY Io oot-ts(o 6t ir,o o Dq o c5s) Jrranita o( Lo'Je Rd Dusty Rd Section 3 *r%wa ,ta.6,la i c) P/6assnl HerDor Slare Pad< Section 2 I o_L ce. \^ \*. 9r)'+o d€vt? Gorge Ct tr* o, o4, Qo Section 1 =o 8.0 Trailwood i Eu .soa,{.6 @ o co E Gq I I 4 SITE -#, s 2,000 0 2,000 Feet Notes: 1. The localions of all features shown are approximale. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing fealures discussed in an atlached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of eleclronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. ll is unlawful to copy or reproduce all or any part thereof, whelher for personal use or resale, wilhoul permission. Data Sources: ESRI street maps and dala 2007 . County boundaries, cities, and waterbodies from Deparlmenl of Ecology. Cmrdinate System: Washingtm State Plane North, North Amrican Datum 1983 (feet) Vicinity Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Brinnon, Washington GeoEnc NEERIJ/Figure 1 trounr Jupirer Rd tuo'*:.r*o I i I I l ; I I I i I I I I I I I t I T t t I t T T T t T I I T @ooN E0, .9 q, E =I (oo oot-l\(oN I oo F ino o r* ia. a l t rl ir,F*--Jn2 ? a /" E a ^t ! at + Jt t t ! a a, A site ^j\l^.. Streams % NationalWetlands lnventory Data Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing fealures discussed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guaranlee lhe accuracy and conlent of electronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. lt is unlawful to copy or reproduce all or any part thereof, whether for personal use or resale, without permission. Data Sources: NGS Topo (ArcGlS 2005), NWI data (WDFW 2007), roads and streams (ESRI 2007) Lamberl ConlomalConic, Washington State Plane Nort!, North American Datum 1983 National Wetlands lnventory Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Brinnon, Washington GroEncrNEERO Figure 2 1,000 1,000 -&. s 0 Feet It x5 PEMF I t lr U I T I I T T t T T T T T T T T T T t T o 0 ool.-t- @N N L a !t 'r **'I aopD : a on2 D l! T A rd 'At HoC r- Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended lo assist in showing features discussed in an attached document. GeoEnginee6, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and contenl of electronic liles. The master lile is slored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as lhe official recod of this communication. 3. lt is unlawful to copy or reproduce all or any part thereof, whether for personal use or resale, without permission. Data Sources: NGS Topo (ArcGlS 2005), NWI data (WDFW 2007), roads and streams (ESRI 2007) Lambert Confomal Conic, Washington State Plane Norh, North American Datum 1983 Soils Survey Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Brinnon, Washington GroErucrNEE^O Figure 3 4o 1,000 1,000 "s, s 0 Feet This site is lo€ted in Sectims 15 and 22 ol Township 25 North, Range 2 West, Jefferson County, Brinnon, Washington Site Soils Data GoE - Grove very Gravelly loamy sand, 30-50% slopes HrD - Hoodsport-Grove very gravelly sandy loam, 0-30% slopes HoC - Hoodsport very gravelly sandy loam, 0-15% slopes GoD - Grove very gravelly loamy sand, 15-30% slopes a o tl ! I D HrD f, d w a Lvc l. @oo(\ E o) .!2 o E. I T T t T I T I t t I T I IIIE,I IE 2 TE i6tl* (L I T t, .)- \i \ ) IS,- tt \*',1-'I i I I I 1 t I I -,! t.tl i .i t!I lrr t, i. t AAbs \i I I i ,*' \ \ \ i i i i i i i i i i i i {..: i i I j .2,:\ ..' Iit +tt '.'- t.. 1"\ tl !'i I I I ir I I \ L..a4, I <,...tIL{ / .x, I \, .-. r'" \,2 \. \. \. \. \. I I I / u' rffinaQ]ffiLtu \'\.-'-.- -.-',\._.h .tt Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approxirnate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attached doqJment. GeoEngineers, lnc. cannot guarantee the accuracy and content of electrcnic files. The rnaster file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the officral record of this communication. Washington Natural Heritage Program Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Brinnon, Washington GeoErucrNEE*O Figure 4 0.5 0.5 ,,{b. 0 Miles WANHP DATA (Historic) WANHP DATA (Current) SITE 1.5 MILES FROM SITE Data Sources: Washinglon Natural Heritage Program (WANHP) data from Washington Department of Natural Resources. lnterstates, slale routes, and roads from TIGER 2000. Aerial lmagery from ESRI 13 lmagery Prime World 2D 2005. 3. lt is unlawful to copy or personal use or resale, reproduce all or any parl thereol, whether for without permission. t- T T t T T t T T T T I I T T ! I I I I Site Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington Figure 5GeoETGtNEER!/ DRAFT Notes: 1. The locations shown arc 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the acoJracy and content of eledronic files. The nraster file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official recod of this communication. 3. Lidar contours arc 20 foot intervals. Legend -Wetland- weuand Buffer -OHWM -OHWM Buffer -Topof-Slope -Topd-Slope Buffer ----Popeny Boundary [--;Ewimtit" conidor N-s. Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Stiatesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and L|DAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. LiDAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone'|0 North projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is [{,AVD88. 0800 Feet 800 I I i lrI.i.J ,].Itltl.1.-'a a.! Ullii/ill.jlli,1 t ? I 1 I 3 E I ! \. t \ I E In t/ 1t ,t ,I t- ,I I I IJ.I r t II i, I J t E I \ x I t. .tr IT,,d >,':1 ,7 1 t I t. r'x { a) ff,! T, r I I I @o r, @o 0-E o_t1o ot-1 c o) E a)gl oco o 5oI Ioq, L E(,),'tr c) I@o oor\r\ @N o O (o O ooNN(o N o- r()uo @o r, \@o (L E.(L <-)(, T I T T T I I I T I T T T I t T T T I olr =-ojc 11) Eq) clroCo o* -oo- Io n) E()., LO I(oo oor-r-(o N o () @o oot\Ir(o N 1(L I C)Eo Scientific Name Acer macrophyllum Common Name Westem Red Cedar Evergreen huckleberry Sitka Spruce @ +r# @ # Douglas Fir Big Leaf Maple Oregon grape Salal Sword fem Pseudotsuga menziesii Picea sitchensis Thuja plicata Vaccinium ovatum Mahonia neruosa Gauftheria shallon Polydichum munitum 1 gallon 1 gallon 214 214Shrub 12 53 6 3 1 gallon FACU FACU FACU FACU FAC FACU FAC Tree Size 1 gallon 1 gallon 214 859 Shrub Emergent 't2 53 1 gallon Tree Shrub lndlcator Status Vegetation Class Tree Tree Center Spaclng (ft) Number of Plants 1 gallon 1 gallon Golf Course Shoreline Buffer Planting Plan - East Half Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington GeoEnTGTNEER!/Figure 6 CAMPGROUND S/IES (40,9s9 so. Fr.) ASPHALT ROAD (20,951 so. Fr.) TOP_OF_ Notes: '1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of elec-tronic files. The master file is stoed by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar @ntours are 1 foot intervals. N-+" Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and L|DAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. LiDAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 North projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is MVD88. 0120 Feet 120 Southern Shoreline Replanting *NOTE: Number of plants was derived from the rectangular glkl gpqcing system. I 'J U \y/ UPL 12 6 6 53 53 Legend - wefland - wefland Buffer -- -'oHWM -OHWM Buffer - Topof-Slope - Topof-Slope Buffer - Propedy Boundary [-l Phnting ArBa - 61,910 sq. ft. @o tr) @o L E.(L <-)(, c,l =q c 0) E 0) c7!oco oI -oo- Io Q)L E .9 =L(J I(oo ooNN(o N o () (oo ooNr\ @N 1 o- Io E.o T T T T I I I T T T T I T T T I I I I H Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features disossed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the acanracy and content of electronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar contours are 1 foot intervals. Legend -Wetland- weuand Buffer --_OHWM - OHWM Buffer -Topof-Slope-Topd€lope Buffer - Poperty Boundary l!f l-I Buffer ROdition: 87,969 sq. ft. N-s" Golf Course Shoreline Buffer Restoration - West Half Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and LiDAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. LiDAR data interpolated to DEM with 'l meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 Nodh projecled to Florizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. 0't50 Feet r50 GeoEnGTNEER O Figure 7 @o r, \ @o o_ E.L <-)o gr =E;c a, E 0) orloco o! -ooI Io 0) E .9! o I(oo ooNt-(oN o () (oo ooNN @N 1 0- -O E.o T t T I T I I I I T I T T T T T T I I tr Marina Stream and Shoreline Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington GeoEr,rcrNEER O Figure 8 E A l\l AS ) TR C 56.- FOO U 75-TB BUFFER ADDITION (+, SBB sq. f t ) \\ BUFFER ADD:T:ON (2,055 sq. ft.) )AR/N H 150-FO T U R BUFFER REDUCTTON (+,250 s ft) DNR LEASE B FBBO$ \\PLEASA/V T H ARBOR l\l ARIN A\ ?!s F9 NN{\\ 09s T, DOCK l\l ARINE OHWI\l STREAT\I B 1211 SQ. F l l\l A 1 locations of all features are 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features disqrssed in an attiached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of eledronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar contours are 20 foot intervals. Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and LiDAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. L|DAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 North projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. Legend FTI st'eam Buffer Averaging _ oHWM - OHWM Buffer ---- Property Boundary - Stream - Stream Buffer Marina Screening Buffer Planting Area N-s, 20 Feet 2fi ) I T T T I t I I I T I I I T I I I I I @o lr) @o c E.(L <.:o gl;P c Q) E o)ql oco o! -ooI Io c) E .9 'tr O I(oo ooNN @N o () (oo 5oNt- @N 1 o_ -c) E.o @s @ @ 3 12 6 12 6 12 6 FACU FACU FACU FACU FACU FAC FACU Emergent Tree Shrub Tree Shrub Tree Shrub Cornmon Name Sword fern Big Leaf Maple Salal Douglas Fir lndian Plum Western Red Cedar Evergreen huckleberry Scientilic Name Polystichum munitum Acer macrophyllum Gaultheria shallon Pseudotsuga menziesii Oemleia cerasiformis Thuja plicata Vaccinium ovatum Size 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 'l gallon 1 gallon 28 1 7 I 7 1 7 On Center Spaclng (ft) lndlcator Status Vegetatlon Class Number of Plants # +# 'NOTE: Number of plants was derived from the rectangular grid spacing system. Stream B Buffer Replanting Area sg. I OHWM STREAM B DOCK sg. I @I @ @ # +#3 12 6 12 6 12 6 FACU FACU FACU FACU FAC FACU Emergent Tree Shrub Tree Tree Shrub Gornmon Name Sword fern Big Leaf Maple Salal Douglas Fir lndian Plum Western Red Cedar Evergreen huckleberry Scientific Name Polystichum munitum Acer macrophyllum Gaultheia shallon Pseudotsuga menziesii Oenileria cerasiformis Thuja plicata Vaccinium ovatum Size 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 'l gallon I gallon 1 gallon 28 1 7 1 7 ,| 7 On Genter Spaclng (ft) lndlcator Status Vegetation Class Number of Plants Stream B Buffer Replanting Area 'NOTE: Number of plants was derived from the rectangular grid spacing system. Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attacfred document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of electronic files. The rnaster file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the oflicial record of this communication. 3. Lidar @ntours are 20 foot intervals. - weuand - wefland Buffer- --- oHwM - OHWM Buffer - Topof-Slope - Top-of-Slope Buffer - Propedy Boundary I PlantingArca N-@' Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and L|DAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. L|DAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 North projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. 0 Marina Streams A and B Buffer Restoration Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington GeoEr.rcrNEER O Figure 9100 Feet 100 Shrub FACU @o lr, @o (Lv(Lt--)(, oll 'T co E 0) cl,oco o!3o- Io o)L E(,'u'tr() I(oo oor\r\(o N o () (oo ooNF @N 1(L IOuo I T T I I I I T I I I I I t T I T I T Number of PlantsCommon Name Scientilic Name !ndlcator Status Vegetation Glass Slze On Center Spadng (fr) Big Leaf Maple Acer macrophyllum FACU Tree 1 gallon 12 73 FACU Tree 'l gallon 12Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii FAC Tree 1 gallon 12 73Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata @ Evergreen huckleberry Vaccinium ovatum FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 295 Streams C, D and E Buffer SIREAM E @ lndian Plum Oemleia censiformis FACU Shrub 'l gallon 6 295 #Gaultheria shallon FACU Shrub 1 gallon 6 295 Sword fern Polystichum munitum FACU Emergent 1 gallon 3 1 183 IE'' RCP 1A" RCP 24" CMP \ \ 24 24" CMP \\ MC 56.25-ft. SIRE D 75-BUFFER .\ \\ .NOTE: Number of plants was derived from the reclangular grid spacing system. BUFFER ADUNON (4,588 sq. ft.) ADDITION (2,683 sq. ft.) REDUCTION (4,256 sq. ft.) DRAFT \. Notes: '1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of eleclronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar contours are 20 foot intervals. Legend -Wetland- wefland Buffer -OHWM -OHWM Bufier - Topof-Slope - Topof€lope Buffer - Poperty Boundary [--__l Planting Area - 74,577 sq. ft. -+' Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and LiDAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. L|DAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 North projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. 0 Marina Streams C,D, and E Buffer Planting Plan Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington GToEnGTNEER!/^Figuer 10100 Feet 100 73 Salal +# L\,t \ I T I I T T I I I T T T I I I T T T T ool'-l'-(oN o.9 o Docks to be replaced Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for informalion purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accurary and content of electronic files. The masler file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the otficial record of this communication. 3. lt is unlaMul to copy or reproduce all or any part thereof, whether for personal use or resale, withoul permission. Pleasant Harbor Marina Dock Replacement Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Brinnon, Washington GroEruc NEERSJ/Figure 11 Lrmbert Conromal Conic,State Plane North, North American Datum 1983 500 500 "s, s 0 Data Sources: 2005 Aerial lmagery from ESRI Prime World 2D. Feet a t ( '. , ( rl .'t 4f .l f'. .1. Jt (I {i 'i\., 'tt [' \ r, I K -r# I J , L ) ,l D ,.' ilI A I I a {. II G F E k(C I B t J:t I { I-I-II-II-'-I'I-IIT 0RCH\P:\12677001\06\CnO\t 2677OO106-Criticot Areo-Hobitot Monogement.dwg GJA:pRp 08/15/08 dz sxrt -i-q]- CT \ Noo I\oo--l rzrfl oI oot, c) E>F (fE 'n { (l) NrZ t-o a--r9 EgETdn^o-=oo5gE E I EpI,i I HE$eitu5€.=. IOO f aO' -o o o a)8-a9lqi=-itsS6r'B9e *tes E S.-OOl =-9EAiu ro !' or E r;e 3fril3qrB' ofD-880 -co,QE3 d:) 6a; =ofJ-o.o =! 6U,5{ 9s;I eE foc B-gBeg*'6a a6 Ffl J-. =rl369rg6iOorJ3(D6i o. 6' ffiillH lri€Ttro9==liil *qqq==$Bla 3gf;se r''0r=e6" EN €€ ==gg ggoo! nro)f = 3to.o. o.o.oc) oo @E @@cc Ecilil aF>> n7,o,o. o oo.o, cLo. aa aa-i.: ool.rr f P---r -ooro G-..Ps -drE [$ E; -4 00P- P= P' { s= z='=.76sssEaoA-'o 0, =f06iq =u(Dnn6P;',=oA {oma, ='9<!46 i E*JE ?rE E 5ts3.s@rs-poor3UtOL0>! st$ ^q d; =96*sg ed da *-6'A g 5Jo. 6"D C)c.E d -lo(ct3-xNg; =ioq6Potro) -(D 5*q. o iE r E a8 EeP66.!'O-- d61 -9o>i.noo.z9gL o) g E 3 E o g Too 6)momz e -mlll7' ts r9 fi30)fa<-'o)ileAE -9r€3 4dt-d -;l og qrOfoo.tr =EE=FgoIqa e=I ,e' =E€g' ! o, = r! GTtr e IN {D raa t \:a-, " @ooN o() F iljo o T I T I I T T T T T t T T ! I T T T T $ a f t ,1 t lill -l t, f ur {, T 1{ 1 E i ) l'. t., \ \ Wetland and Stream Map Brinnon Master Planned Resort Brinnon, Washington GToEncNEERO Figure 13 1,000 Site#,#. 1,000 showing features discussed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of electronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of Feet this communication. personal use or resale, Data Sources: 2005 Aerial lmagery from ESRI Prime world 2D. State Plane Norh, North American Datum '1983Lamberl Confomal Conic, ^za,_ Derineated streams 75-ft Stream Buffer Delineated Wetlands 80-ft Wetland Buffer 150-ft Wetland Buffer Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximale. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in @o ro @o (L E(L{-)(, olr]c c 0) E 0) clloc0 o! -ooI Ioo E .9!L(J I@o oor\r\(o N o O (oo ooNr\ @N 1L I(J Eo T T I I T I I T T T T T T t T T t T T I I ADDITION \ (9,254 sq. ft.) ADDITION (4,ss5 ft.REDUCNON (1E,663 sq. ft.) \ D \ REDUCNON 7 sq. ft.LLLLL ADDITION (12,33O sg. ft.) I ITION sq. ft.) DRAFT Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features disctrssed in an attrached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accurary and content of eledronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar contours are 20 foot intervals. Legend v77v Welland C Buffer Reduction: 8,247 sq. ft.v'/ -4 weiland D Buffer Reduction: tb,oOs iq. ft. Wetland C BufferAddition: 8,316 sq. ft. Wetland D BufferAddition: 20,385 sq. t. Buffer Averaging Plan -+'Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and L|DAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. L|DAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 North projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. 0150 Feet 150 GeoEncTNEER O Figure 14 5 I ,/ / n I \ I I @ L @ @ #L +# Cornrnon Name Scientific Name Number of Plants 3 12 20 332 20 83 83 6 6 Size 1 gallon 'l gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon Big Leaf Maple Sword fern Douglas Fir Salal Evergreen huckleberry Acer macrophyllum Polystichum munitum Pseudotsuga menilesii Gaultheria shallon Vaccinium ovatum 12FACU FACU FACU FACU FACU Tree Emergent Tree Shrub Shrub lndicator Status Vegetation Class On Center Spacing (ft) Proposed Vegetation for Wetland C Buffer Mitigation .NOTE: Number of plants was derived from the rectanqular grid spacing system. C L L LL LLL Golf Course Wetland C Buffer Planting Ptan Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington GeoEr.rGrNEERO Figure 15 N'+' 0 60 Feet Legend -wefland- wedand Buffer. -OHWM -OHWM Buffer - Top-of-Slope - Top-of-Slope Buffer - Poperty Boundary IJI Invasive Species - 7,062 sf. Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are appoximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features discussed in an attrached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accuracy and content of electronic files. The nraster file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar contours are 1 foot intervals. Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and LiDAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. L|DAR data interpolated to DEM with 'l meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 Nodh projected to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. lS] AsphalUGravel Road - 14,947 sf. [---_l Planting Area - 14,947 sq. ft. 72 Auner Aedudion: 8,247 sq. fr. ffi autrereOdition: 8,316 sq. ft. EO 7r. @o lr) @() o- E. o- -) (9 orl '!;c q) E 0) olroco o!!oI Io c) E .9! L(J I(oo oo r-.N(o N o O (oo oor-f-. @ N o. I(J E.o I I I T T t T I T T I T T I I I T T I \ Proposed Vegetation for Wetland D 'NOTE: Number of plants was derived from the rectangular gdd spacing system. V Number of Plants 13@ fltt{ @ s +# Common Name Scientific Name 12 On SpacingVegetatlon Class (ft) 12 6 6 3 Size 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon Tree Emergent Tree Shrub Shrub Douglas Fir Sword fern Red alder Salal Evergreen huckleberry Pseudotsuga menziesii Polystichum munitum Alnus rubra Gaultheria shallon Vaccinium ovatum FACU FACU FAC FACU FACU lndicator Status 13 208 52 52 WETLAND D D FOOTLLL Golf Gourse Wetland D Buffer Planting Plan Brinnon Master Planned Resort Pleasant Harbor, Washington GeoETGTNEERO Figure 16 Legend '"+, 80 800 Feet -weuand- Wetland Bufier --.-oHWM -OHWM Buffer -Topof-Slope- Top-of-Slope Buffer - Poperty Boundary f---l Planting Area - 9,383 sq. ft. 7 auff.rReduction: 18,663 sq. ft. ffi] eufferRodition:20,385 sq. ft. Notes: 1. The locations of all features shown are approximate. 2. This drawing is for information purposes. lt is intended to assist in showing features disq.rssed in an attached document. GeoEngineers, lnc. can not guarantee the accurary and content of electronic files. The master file is stored by GeoEngineers, lnc. and will serve as the official record of this communication. 3. Lidar contours are 'l foot intervals. Reference: Drawing provided by WH Pacific Statesman and Craig A. Peck and Associates. Lidar Data Sources: lmagery and L|DAR data obtained from Puget Sound Regional Council. LiDAR data interpolated to DEM with 1 meter GSD. Coordinate System is UTM Zone10 North projecled to Horizontal Datum NAD83; Vertical Datum is NAVD88. @o rr) @o L E.(Lt--)o olr!lD;c 0, E 0) orroco o! -ooI Ioq) L E .9 (J I(.oo oor\r- @N o o (Oo ooNr\(o N 1 0-rO E.o T T T T T I I I T I T T I T T T I I T ,, L _/t4 ((!, w \ o x (( DRAFT Appettotx A Srre PnorooRAPHs ! ! Photograph I Developed Pleasant Harbor Shoreline Photograph 3 Developed Pleasant Harbor Shoreline APPENDIX A SITE PHOTOGRAPHS DRAFT Photograph 2 Northern Pleasant Harbor Shoreline Buffer Photograph 4 Developed Pleasant Harbor Shoreline File No. 12677-N1-06 August 22, 2008 Page A-1 G:oErerxernsly' ! 'a: it8 "td>r*lr tt .1. sr,., -,*L, $,'Hj'' tr?,R t.)'ir .',. :#t -!sii 'i I -.-tl .!u,: .t t.l I 4 ,.ii, T F ,.d ii, HrJ'! ts q 1 ,l .L 1, pll il I L I?t. .--f ffi Photograph 5 Pleasant Harbor Shoreline, looking west Photograph 7 Sream A offsite at the WDFW boat launch DRAFT Photograph 6 Pleasant Harbor Shoreline, looking east Photograph 8 Stream A off site discharging into Pleasant Harbor at the WDFW boat launch FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page A-2 GeoExetxeeaslQ I I r' I I t F -'t ,-dFffc*r'.'l l-4 I Photograph 9 Sfteam B off site, looking west Photograph I I Stream C looking north DRAF-T Photograph l0 Steam B off site discharging into Pleasant Harbor Photograph 12 Stream C buffer with Himalayan blackberry, looking south File No. 12677-001-06 Augusr 22, 2008 Page A-3 GeoExetxectslQ 'Etr e "'{gr '. l .r c:i_,fr iffi '3 t.l ,-t .rjiT. rt I t!, t J v q i\ ( ) +,l\ Photograph l3 Stream D flowing south Photograph 15 Steam E, looking north DRAFT Photograph 14 Stream D discharging into Pleasant Harbor, from the shoreline Photograph 16 Stream E, looking south File No. I 2677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page A-4 GeoExcueeeslQ 'lL t.t ti l a it( !- ''1" -*i , i L .1''|: Photograph 17 Section l, active RV Park Photograph 19 Wetland B DRAF-I Photograph 18 Sanitary stations located throughout Section I Photograph 20 Wetland B buffer FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page A-5 GeoExetx*as1Q \ Er'3' at t- It:' , DRAFT Photograph 2l Wetland C Photograph 22 Wetland C buffer Photograph 24 Wetland D Photograph 23 Road and Scotch broom within Wetland C buffer FileNo. I2677-001-06 Ausust 22, 2008 Page A-6 GeoExetxzzeslQ ,l \ I I I DRAFT Photograph 25 Wetland D buffer Photograph 27 Holes for nesting along southern shore in Section 1 Photograph 26 Concrete road within Wetland D buffer Photograph 28 Den near southern shoreline of Section I FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22,2008 Page A-7 GeoExeneeeslQ ! ! I It I ,t )':l rfii' I I I i : '". ,"'.' d Photograph 29 Deer in Section I Photograph 3 I Possible wildlife trails in Section I DRAF-I Photograph 30 Liz.ard along the shoreline of Section I Photograph 32 Trail head that leads to Southern shoreline in Section I August 22, 2008 Page A-8 GzoErcnezaslQFile No. 12677-001-06 ? l. I ra . t.i .i ri EI I I t t i 'i Photograph 33 Bottom of trail at the southern shoreline in Section I DRAFT Photograph 34 Southern shoreline in Section I Photograph 36 Bluffs along eastem side of southern shoreline in Section I Photograph 35 Landslide activity along the western side of the southern Black Point shoreline File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page A-9 GeoExrcnlerteslQ -'Sq:'- ; fi.. ! Photograph 37 Vegetation within the 200 foot southern Black Point shoreline Photograph 39 OHWM along Pleasant Harbor Shoreline DRAFI Photograph 38 Vegetation within the 200 foot southern shoreline buffer in Section I Photograph 40 OHWM along Pleasant Harbor Shoreline August 22,2008 Page A-10 GeoExeneeeslQFile No. I 2677-001 -06 ift!,r'ilLl^ti '\ci d','t "i:$ L tr (. if,;, :t .L lt.. (- - !l! Photograph 4l OHWM along Pleasant Harbor Photograph 43 OHWM along southern Black Point Shoreline DRAFT Photograph 42 OHWM along southern Black Point Shoreline Photograph 44 OHWM along southern Black Point Shoreline File No. I 2677-001-06 August 22,2008 Page A-11 GeoExen*as1Q I lafa. I t I!o : t. 11,. t \'; I I DRAFT AppeNox B Tnaeeretteo AND ENoaNeERED Specres Lrsrs ! ls\\l\ilisr fsa s.lmon Ll3tln03 Srlrnon I llydropowct >l NOAA'g National Marine Fisheries Service Es/l t.gul.tronr I Pcrfilts Srlmon Hrbit.t s.lmon H.rvc,t I H.tchcrl"r lSalmon iccovcty Pl.nnhg > fSA Mr. lrcl Ilagc i ol'l Pcrmlts I Othcr Xarinc Spcclct Sr.,crr ttfJFt ESA-Listed Marine Mammals Unrler the ;urrsclrction of NOAA Frsheries Service that may occur off Washington & Oregon r Southern Resldent Killer Whale (E), Ucinus orca r Humpback Whale (E), Megaptera novaeangliae e Blue Whale (E), Hlaenoptera musculus r Fin Whale (E), hlaenoptera physalus r Sel Whale (E), Balaenoptera borealis r Sperm whale (E), Physeter macrocephalus r Steller Sea Lion (T), Eumetopies Jubatus Under the jurisdiction of NOAA Fisheries Servace that may occur in Puget Sound: o Southern Resident Killer Whale (E), Orcinus orca r Humpback Whale (E), Megaptera novaeangliae o Steller Sea Lion (T), Eumetopias jubatus (E) = Endangered (T) = Threatened 7630 5!n, Pornr yiay N[. Srattlt, yiA 981!!.n37C ?06- 526'61 50 Frnatl, ..,, J::,_r or r-.r 1',''f - ,!: lr'lrl'i ' i 'l ' FnQc tdsa utttaled: tuk ?e. ?001 ' r,,ll, Northwest Regional Office hlln:.ilu'urr.r)\\'r nonl rror'.rl\lnrirre-l\4arrrrrrals'l:SA-!\11\4-l isl clin tt/15i2008 ! l)ndangcred Spccies Act Strtus tf \\'esl Cossl Selmon & Steelhead Spccltr! St,tlt |(,rt' Orflr( | rl( lhic hucr O.rrqrn l{rrlt I rl r tl ailil(hrr Qnntlt I t\. l'itavrt r S{l.nrol!, RirG' \l *ti-r!'r t pp: ( olutl.,r lno irr'nl.tul !$l( Nriai ltrn{ \16no.t!h \relr irrc, I rrl.nrr Ilqrt $<ual I oo ( c'lunl.u Rrra l r,trc t'lrlhnd( R'r.r ( orrt l'rlhl ll'nu.rur (drfmr Csgl ( 6r.1 \.116 r.ll rnd l.r:. l.llrur, t fts lilanr$'ltn'r,r lrror alrcCn. a'€r: tAtthrnsim ('or.r Iiddir ( olurhrr lN.' rfiln!"iln i:lF Colu[hrr Rtt.r urmfftrlrl]'nu So0rrn Oltga. rd Ncrhm ( rl,lonr, ( rtll Eadoagercd Sl*clla Acl I^$t llsiag Adiont atnda nfrifi' !*, tl rreh'i I It, l;' l! ll l< I( t1 tt ir :t 1r t ?r/AFJI\AJ) ( rlr! lJr'r,, ( h:.n, Srir.r :! 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(.lrrrihrr ( $r: lotl, Cmlrel Cdrfrwr,,r ( <u.r $olr f,^rr lurir I o*cr (iluclt I'rrr I rlrlotr!( Grtr! \iilt. , I pJr I'lrllro,ctt Rirc \irdJir ( rL*,h,n l'rc: l\rwti{fE ( rll$iir llclor (iurt SN,ILsctllltrr rtrrr. | (Xrttf ri P({nuli Pusa lurod | l\trruth \larntrrr\ hrrr rn.( /r , ,r. -l[r i,-r I I rrr-rc.:r (IlJ t.v t(r r.rr r d(:!ti(v tr ''gr.ro' utir. thc Ll \ hrnrilri.lr$raJllrr'frrrc.l.rrrcf-ilit'r. thrlrr,rl r:rrrurlh-rl.'rilMdll({..1[.i+di.rie\ar-afl.flrt(",ila!U,200, r:!:r-{ It*cJ I li l :. r.-?a,4 ftda.J llnlaxl t.4. la"a t.t/relilrJ ilsllll).\\t)l'}l(()l'OSl:l)l:\l),\N(il Rl l),\\l) lllRl:,\ll'\l l)SI'l:('ll:S,\Nl)('l{1... l'rigc lol'l I,ISTEI) A}.-D PROI'OST:I) EI{I)A\(;EREI) Ah*D THR}:ATENI.,I) SPI':(:I}:S AltiI) (:RII'I('AI. HABITAI'; ("AliDII)AI'E SPE('IES; AND SPECIES Of CON('[:RN rN JEmError GD[rrrr AS PREPARED BY THI] I.).S. FISH AND I\{LDLIFE SERVICE WESTERN WASHINGTON FISH AITD WII,DI,IFE OFFICE (Revised October 2, 2007) LISTEI) Ilrrrrvn pelican (Pelccurrtts ot't'idtnlulis) loutcr coast l Bull trout (.Sa/r'rr/irrrr unllluanl us') Ivl arbled murrelel I B r ac hy' o tn p hu s nun' nx t r u t us I N orthcrn spottcd os'l (.S'lri.x o t' c' i d c n t ul i s c' u ur i nul Short-tai lcd al batnrss ( P h rc b a,' t r i a al h u I r u s ) I outer coast I Major conct:ms that should be addrcssed in 1'our Biological Assessment of proiect impacts to listed species include: l. [-cr'el of usc of thc projcct area b1' listed species Lllcct ol-thc pr<rjcct on listed species'primarl' lirod slocks.prc) species. and lbraging areas in all areas inl'luc,nccd h}'thc projcct. 2 1 Impacts liom project activitics and implenrenlation (c.g.. increased noisc lcvcls human activitl'and,/or access. loss or degradation of habitat) that ma1' result in disturbance to listcd spccies and/or their avoidancc of thc projcct arca. increased DESIGNATT]T) ('ritical hatritat for bull trout ('ritical hatritat lirr thc marble-d murrelet ('ritical hahitat lirr thc ttoflltcnt spottcd orr I PROPOSEI) Dolll' \fardcn (.Vr/r'r'/irtrrs nrulnut) duc to sinrilaritl ol'appcarancc CANDIDATE None hltn',/irnnr {ir'r rrrrr,/rr r'rlrr.efrrrr./cnpnir'ctrranrff.'l:f:f;ff \() [16q1 R/l 5/?008 IlSlll).'\Nl)l'l(OP()Sl l)l:\l):\N(il Rl l) \\l) lllltl,All:\l.l)SPl'('ll:S,\\l)( ltl... l)agclol'2 SPECIES OF ('ONCERN Alcutian ('anada goosc lBrunh L'unuden.\i.\ ltuc'tt1t117'f i117 llald eaglc ( Hul iucatu.t lauutctplrelu.\l ('ascades liog ( rtrrla (usL'uclu() ('assin's auklet tPtl'c'hu'unrlthus uluilit'usl ('<rastal cutthroat trout (()lr'orh)nchut clurki clurkil lsouthu'est \\'ashington I)['Sl Deslructitrn I sland shrcu, (,\'orcr t r or hr id gi i dr,\ I r u L' I iort i I I.ong-earr'd m)'otis (,l/.t'olls ('r,ori.r ) l.ong-legged nr1'otis (ll!.t otis volurs) Northcrn gosha\\'k \.4 cc' i pi t e r Nc nt i I is\ Northern sea otter (Enh1'dra lutris kenluni) Olit'e-sided fl1'catcher (('onttryus cotry>rri) Ol.r'mpic torrcnl salamandcr ( R hytu t r i t o n o lwup i t' us ) Pacifi c lamprel' (Lampct ra tridentata) I'acifi c Tounscnd=s big-eared hat ( (-a4'l u'hinus t ttn'nsc ndi i tov'n sc ni iil Peregrine falcon (Fulco pcre g,'inus) Rivcr lanrprel' ll.antpe tro ayrc si) Tailed frog (A scuphus t rue i) 'l'ulred puffi n (l"rutc rcula c'irrhuto) Vallel' silverspot lSpayaria :(rcw hrtnti) Van Dvke='s salamander |Pltthodon vtndvkci) \\/estern toad lBulo horeas) htin. ,','rr,rrrr fu's o,rr,/rur-clrrelirn/<nnrinsrrrnn/ ll.'1.'1.'l.i ll (() htnrl ,ii l5i?oon ! DRAFT AppeNox C 2004 Wertetto Rentto Fonns Wetland name or number B WETLAND RATING FORM _ WESTERN WASHINGTON Version 2 - Updated July 2006 to increase accuracy and reproducibility among users Name of wetland (if known): Wetland B Date of site visit: 4/8/08 Rated by: G. Atlington, M. Simmons Trained by Ecology? Yes X No n Date of training: SEC: 15 TWNSHP: 25N RNGE; 2W Is S/T/R in Appendix D? Yes fl No 5 Map of wetland unit: Figure N/A Estimated size: Approx. -0.475 acres SUMMARY OF RATING Category based on FUNCTIONS provided by wetland: I fl II E III X fV D DRAffi Category I = Category II = Category III = Category IV : Score > 70 Score 51 - 69 Score 30 - 50 Score < 30 Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTCS of Wetland I E II n Final CategOry (choose the "highest" category from above") Summary of basic information about the wetland unit. Wetlrnd Udt hrs $pmirl Ctrrrcteristics Estuarine Natural Heritage Wetland U Bog tr Mature Forest tr Old Growth Forest U Coastal Laqoon tr Interdunal U None of the above x Score for Water Quality Functions Score for Hydrologic Functions Score for Habitat Functions TOTAL Score for Functions Tl'ethtrd HGM Clese rced for Rrths Depressional ( Riverine Lake-frinqe l Slope U Flats l Freshwater Tidal _t Check if unit has multiple HGM classes present n l0 t2 22 44 Does not apply X Does the wetland being rated meet any of the criteria below? If you answer YES to any of the questions below you will need to the wetland to the the characteristics found in the wetland. To complete the next part of the data sheet you will need to determine the Hydrogeomorphic Class of the wetland being rated. Thehy&quncrfiicchsificatimgru4sudlm&intofiGefiatfuiclirrinsimilaruals. Thissinplifieshequesiarsneedodtcars\r,rrhor/u/dltreu,ulad ftndhs thettdrogwnarphicClassofau,dlandcarbedaerrnineduingtrekeybelow. Seep.24ftrmoedetnildinfiui6lls6pchssitingu,qlards Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7/M) Page I of 9 III Check List for Wetlends thet Need Addltionel Protectlon (ln addition to the protectlon recomrnended for its crtegory)YES NO SPl. Has the welland unit been documented as a habitat for any Federolly listed Threatened or Endangered animal or plant species (T/E species)? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state or federal database. SP2. Has the wetland unit been documented as habitat for any State listed Threatened or Endangered animal species? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state database. Note: Wetlands with State listed plant species are categorized as Category I Natural Heritage Wetlands (see p. l9 of data form). SP3. Does the wetland unit contain individuals of Priority species listed by the WDFW for the state?t_l X SP4. Does the wetland unil have a local significance in addition to its functions? For example, the wetland has been identified in the Shoreline Master Program, the Critical Areas Ordinance, or in a local management plan as having special significance.X tr X tr x T Wetland name or number B DRAFT Classification of Vegetated Wetlands for Western Washington Ifthe hydrologic criteria listed in each question do not apply to the entire multiple HGM classes. In this case, identiff which hydrologic criteria in unit being rated, you probably have a unit with questions l-7 apply, and go to Question 8. -goto levels in the entire unit usually controlled by tides (i.e. except during floods)? YES - the wetland class is Tidal Fringe salinity of the water during periods of annual low flow below 0.5 ppt (parts per thousand)? YES - Freshwater Tidal Fringe NO - Saltwater Tidal Fringe (Estuarine) Ifyow wetlotd can be classified as a Freshrwter Tidal Finge use theformsfor Rivefiu urytlods. If it is a kltuuter Tidal Finge il is rated as et Estuariru vuetland. Wetlands that were call esruarine in ttre fust and second editicns of therating s)6tern are called Salt Water Tidal Fringe in the Hydrogeomorphic Classificatiur. Estuarine wetlands were categmized separately in the earlier editims, and this separatior is being kept in this revisiqr. To maintain ccnsistancy between oditicrs, the lenn'Eshr,arine" wetland is kept Please note, however, that the charactqistics that define Categcry IandII eshrarinewetlandshavechanged(seep. ). 2. The entire wetland unit is flat and precipitation is only source (>90%) of water to it. Groundwater and surface water runoff are NOT unit. YES - The wetland class is Flats as a "Flats"use the form for D ressional wetlands. 3. Does the entire wetland meet both of the following criteria? E fne vegetated part of the wetland is on the shores of a body of permanent open water (without any vegetation on the surface) where at least 20 acres (8ha) in size; tr At least 30% of water area is deeper than 6.6 (2 m)? YES - The wetland class is 4. Does the entire of the following criteria?nn The wetland is on a slope (slope can be very gradual). The water flows through the wetland in one direction (unidirectional) and usually comes from seeps. It may flow subsurface, as sheetflow, or in a swale without distinct banks. ! fne water leaves the wetland without being impounded? NOTE: Surface water does not pond in these types of wetlands except occasionally in very small and shallow or behind hummocks (depressions are usuolly <3 ft diameter and less than I foot deep). to5 YES - The wetland class is 5. Does the entirentr all of the following criteria? The unit is in a valley or stream channel where it gets inundated by overbank flooding from that stream or river. The overbank flooding occurs at least once every two years. NoTB;-Ibivtix*tq! can contain depressions that are filled with water when the river is notflooding. $O - go to 6 ' YES - The wetland class is Riverine 6. Is the entire wetland unit in a topographic depression in which water ponds, or is saturated to the surface, at some time of the year. This means that any outlet, if prejfprjs+i'Sheltlan the interior of the wetland. NO - go to 7 ( YES - Th.d wetland class is Depressional 7. Is the entire wetland located in a very flat area with no obvious depression and no overbank flooding. The unit does not pond surface water more than a few inches. The unit seems to be maintained by high groundwater in the area. The wetland may be di obvious natural outlet. YES - The wetland class is 8. Your wetland unit seems to be to classi$ and probably mntains several different HGM classes. For example, see,ps at the base of a slope may grade into a riverine floodplain, o a snall stream within a depressioral wetland has a zme of flooding alurg its sides. GO BACK AND IDENTIFY WHICH OF THE TryDROI,OGIC REGIMES DESCRIBED IN QI.]ESTIONS I-7 APPLY TO DIFFERENT AREAS IN Tfm UNIT (make a rorgh sketch to help you decide). Use the following table to identiff the app'qriate class to use for the rating qrutem if you have several HGM classes presant within your wetland. NOTE: Use this table only ifthe class that is recommended in the second column represants l0lo tr more of the total area of the wetland mit being rated If the area of the class listed in column 2 is less than l0lo ofthe unit, classi$ the wetland using the class that repnesents mue than 90% of the total area. Ifyou are still to determine which of the above criteria apply to your wetland, or you have more thar, 2 HGM classes within a wetland boundary, classify the wetland as Depressional for the rating. Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106) No-to8 + RiverineS Riverine +S S + Lake-Lake- stream within+onalI Salt Water Tidal Fringe and any other class of freshwater wetland Treat as ESTUARINE under wetlands with special characteristics I If your wetland can IIGM Classes within the wetland unit beins rated HGM Class to Use in Ratins Depressional Depressional DeDressional + Lake-fringe Depressional Page 2 of 9 Wetland name or number B WATER QUALITY FUNCTIONS - lndicators that wetland functions to improve water quality.per box) (see p.38)D1 Does the wetland have the ootential to improve water quality? Figure 3 Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland:. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet) ... points = 3. Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted, permanently flowing outlet ........ points : 2. Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricted, surface oullet Qtermanently Jlowing) ....... points : I. Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key), or in the Flats class, with permanent surface outflow and no obvious natural outlet and/or outlet is a man-made ditch............ points : I (If ditch is not permanently.flowing lreat unit as "intermittently flowing ') Provide photo or drawing D l.r D 1.2 The soil 2 inches below the surface (or dufflayer) is clay or organic (use NRCS deJinitions) YES points :4 1{O points = 0 0 Characteristics ofpersistent vegetation (emergent, shrub, and/or forest Cowardin class):. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation >:95yo of area.......... points:5. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation > = ll2 of area.......... points = 3. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation >: l/10 of area......... points: I. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation < l/10 of area.................. points:0 Map of Cowardin veqetation classes D 1.3 Figure 3 Characteristics ofseasonal ponding or inundation: This is the area of lhe wetland that is pondedfor at leasl 2 monlhs, but dries out sometime during the year. Do not count the area lhat is permanently ponded. Estimale area as lhe average condition 5 oul of l0 years.. Area seasonally ponded is > ll2 total area of wetland points = {. Area seasonally ponded is > l/4 total area of wetland points : 2. Area seasonally ponded is < l/4 total area of wetland points : 0 D 1.4 Map of Hvdroperiods D2 have pollutants comingfrom sev:eral sources, but any single source would qialify as opportunity. Grazing in the wetland or within 150 ft Untreated stormwater discharges to wetland Tilled fields or orchards within 150 ft. of wetland A stream or culvert discharges into wetland that drains developed areas, residential areas, farmed fields, roads, or clear-cut logging Residential, urban areas, golf courses are within 150 ft. of wetland Wetland is fed by groundwater high in phosphorus or nitrogen Does the wetland have the oonortunitv to improve water quality? Answer YES if you know or believe there are pollutants in groundwater or surface water coming into the wetland that would otherwise reduce water quality in streams, lakes or groundwater downgradient from the wetland? Note which of the following conditions provide the sources of pollutants. A unit YES multiplier is 2 NO multiplier is I Other a TOTAL - \ilater Oualitv Functions Multiply the score from Dl by D2: then add score lo table on o. I l0 Does the wetland have the notential to reduce flooding end erosion?D3 (see p.46) D 3.1 Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland unit. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet). Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted permanently flowing outlet ........ Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key) or in the Flats class, with permanent outflow and no obvious natural outlet and/or outlet is a man-made ditch.... (If ditch is not permanently Jlowing treat unit as "intermittently Jlowing") Unit has an unconstricted, or sliehtly constricted, surface outlel (permanently flowind .... points = 4 points : 2 points: I points : 0a surface 4 D 3.2 Depth of storage during wet periods. Estimate the height of ponding above the bottom of the outlet. For units with no outlel measure from lhe surface of permanenl waler or deepest parl (d dry). Marks of ponding are 3 ft. or more above the surface or bottom of the outlet ... points : 7. The wetland is a "headwater" wetland .. points : 5. Marks of ponding between 2 ft. to < 3 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet ...... points : 5. Marks are at least 0.5 ft. to < 2 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet points : 3. Wetland is flat (yes to Q.2 or Q.7 on key)but has small depressions on the surface that trap water. points : I. Marks of ponding less than 0.5 ft........... points : 0 5 Contnbution ol.wetland unit to storaqe in the watershed: Estimate the ratio ol basin conlribuling surface water to ihe wetland to lhe area of the wetland unit. The area of the basin is less than l0 times the area of unit........... The area of the basin is l0 to 100 times the area of the unit..... The area of the basin is more than 100 times the area of the unit................... 'lhe area oJ upslream itself. ... points = 5 ... points = 3 D 3.3 ........ points : 0 ........ points : 5. Entire unit is in the FLATS class............ D4 Does the wetland have the oonortunitv to reduce flooding and erosion? Answer YES if the unit is in a location in the watershed where the flood storage, or reduction in water velocity, it provides helps protect downstream property and aquatic resources from flooding or excessive and,/or erosivE flows. Answer NO if the water coming into the wetland is controlled by a structure such as flood gate, tide gate, flap valve, reservoir etc. OR youistimate that more thanX)o/o of the water in the wetland is fiom Figure 4 Total for D I Add in the boxes above -I (see p. 44) Multiplier I t2 3 Total for D 3 (see p. 49) Multiplier Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7/06) Add the in the Page 3 of9 l-tl Wetland name or number B of the flow into a river or t2aTOTAL - Hydrologic Functions Multiply the score from D3 by D4; then add score to toble on p. I YES lier is 2 Comments: ilo isl Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 ('llM)Page 4 of 9 Wetland name or number B DRAFT H1 Does the wetland have the ootential to provide habitat for many species? - Indicators that wetland functioms to provide important habitat.HABITAT per box) (only I Vegetation structure (see P. 72): Check the types ofvegetation classes present (as de/ined by Cowardin) - Size thresholdfor each class is I /4 acre or more than I 0?6 of the area if unit is smaller than 2 .5 acres . I Aquatic Bed [f Emergent plants X ScrubTshrub (areas where shrubs have > 30% cover) }] Forested (areas where trees have > 30% cover) I[_!he unit has a forested class check if: f] fn. forestedclass has 3 out of5 dtrata (canopy, sub-canopy, shrubs, herbaceous, moss/ground- cover) that each cover 20% within the forested polygon. Add the number of vegetation types that qualdy. If you have: Map of Cowardin vegetation classes4structuresormoie.......points:43structures.' H l.l ooints = 0ooints: I I structure2 structures Figure 2 H 1.2 Hydrooeriods (see p.73): Check the types of water regimes (hydroperiods) present wilhin lhe wetlond. The water regime has to more than I 0%o of the wetland or I /4 acre lo count (see text for descriplions of hydroperiods) Permanently flooded or inundated 4 or more types present points : l Seasonally hooded or inundated 3 or more tSes iresent .. . . .. iroints : 2 Occasiondlly flooded or inundated 2 types preient...................boints = I Saturated only I type present....................points:0 Permanently flowing stream or river in, or adjacent to, the wetland Seasonally flowing Stream in, or adjacent to, the wetland Lake-fringe wetland....... = 2 points Freshwater tidal wetland = 2 points Map of hydroperiods Figure _ I Richness ofPlant Species (see p. 75): Count the number of plant speiies in the wetland that cover at least lO ft2 ldifferent patches of the same species can be combined to meet the size threshold) You do not have lo name the species. Do nol include Eurasian Milfoil, reed canarygrass, purple loosestrife, Canadian Thistle. Ifyou counted: > 19 species .. points:2 5 - l9 species.................... points: I List species below if you want to: < 5 species ... points:0 H 1.3 I H 1.4 Interspersion of Habitats (see p. 76): Decided from the diagrams below whether interspersion between Cowardin vegetation (described in Hl . I ), or Moderate - : points Hich = 3 noint< the classes and unvegetated areas (can include open water or mudflats) is high, medium, low, or none. Nonc - 0poims Los'- I point ./ [riparian hraided charrncls] Use map of Cowardin classes. Note: If you have 4 or more classes or 3 vegetation classes and open water, the rating is alwap "high". Figure 2 Special Habitat Features (see p. 77): Check the habitat features that are present in the wetland. The number of checks is lhe number of points vou Dul into the nexl column. [l Large, downed, woody debris within the wetland (> 4 in. diameter and 6 ft. long) }( Standing snags (diameter at the bottom > 4 inches) in the wetland l-l Undercut banl<s are present for at least 6.6 ft. (2m) and/or overhanging vegetation extends at least 3.3 ft. (lm) over a stream (or ditch) in, or contiguous with the unit, for at Ieast 33 ft. (l0m) LI Stable steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskrat for denning (> 30 degree slope) OR signs of recent beaver activity are present (cut shrubs or trees that have not yet turned grey/brown) Ll At least l/4 acre of thin-stemmed persistent vegetation or woody branches are present in areas that are perrnanently or seasonally inundated (structures for egg-laying by amphibians) [f Invasive plants cover less than 25Yo of the wetland area in each stratum of plants NOTE: The 20% stated in early printings of the manual on page 78 is an error. H 1.5 3 H I TOTAL Score - potential for providing habitat 9 ---- Wetland Rating Form - westem Washington, version 2 (7106) Add the points in the column above Page 5 of9 a drlliaa ta-Li Wetland name or number B Comments: Total for page: 8 H2 Does the wetland have the opportunitv to provide habitat for many species?(only I scorc per box) Hz.l Buffers (see P. 80): Choose the description thal best represents condition of buffer ofwetland unit. The highest scoring criterion that applies to the welland is to be used in the rating. See textfor definition of "undisturbed". f] tOOm (330 ft) of relatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 95% of circumference. No structures are within the undisturbed part ofbuffer (relatively undisrurbed also means no grazing, no landscaping, no daily human use)..............points = 5 X tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 507o circumference ...........points = 4 fl SOm(170ft)ofrelativelyundisturbedvegetatedareas,rockyareas,oropenwater > 9 5oA circumference ......................................Points = { I tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 257o circumference ..............points = 3 E SOm (170 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water for > 50yo circumference ........................ If buffer does not meet any of the criteria above: I No paved areas (except paved trails) or buildings within 25m (80 ft) of wetland > 957o circumference. Light to moderate grazing or lawns are OK ...............points = 2 I No paved areas of buildings within 50m of wetland for > 50% circumference. Light to moderate grazing or lawns are OK......... ........points : !trtr Heavy grazing in buffer Vegetated buffers are < 2m wide (6.6 ft) for more than 95Vo circumference (e.g. tilled fields, paving, basalt bedrock extend to edge of wetland) .........points = 0 fl nuffer does not meet any of the criteria above ;;i;iil;i;;ilixJil$,;,: Figure _ 4 H2.2 Corridors and Connections (see p. 8l) H 2.2.1 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 150 ft. wide, has at least a 30%o cover of shrubs, fore st or native undisturbed prairie, that connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 250 acres in size? (Dams in riparian corridors, heavily used gravel roads, paved roads, are considered breaks in the corridor). YEE : 4 points (go to H 2.3) No : go to H 2.2.2 H. 2.2.2 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 50 ft. wide, has at least 30olo cover of shrubs or forest, and connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 25 acres in size? OR a Lake- fringe wetland, ifit does not have an undisturbed corridor as in the question above? YES : 2 points (go to H 2.3) No : go to H 2.2.3 H.2.2.3 Is the wetland:r within 5 mi (8km) of a brackish or salt water estuary oR . Within 3 miles of a large field or pasture (> 40 acres) OR YES : I point . Within I mile of a lake greater than 20 acres? ilO : 0 points 4 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7/M)Page 6 of9 I )J F H2.3 Near or adjacent to other priority habitats listed by WDFW (see p. 82): Which of the following priority habitats are within 330 ft. (100m) of the wetland? NOTE: the connections do not have to be relotively undisturbed. These are DF\T definitiors. Check with your local DFW biologist rf lhere are any questiorc. I Riparian: The area adjacent to aquatic systems with flowing water that contains elements of both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems which mutually influence each other. I lspen Stands: Pure or mixed stands of aspen greater than 0.8 ha (2 acres) fl Ctitfs: Greater than 7.6m (25 ft) high and occurring below 5000 ft. I Ola-growth forests: (Old growth west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least 2 tree species, forming a multi-layered canopy with occasional small openings, with at least 20 trees/ha (8 trees/acre) > 8lcm (32 in) dbh or > 200 years ofage. I Mature forests: Stands with average diameters exceeding 53cm (21 in) dbh; crown cover may be less than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers ofsnags, and quantity oflarge downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth; 80 - 200 years old west ofthe Cascade Crest. I Prairies: Relatively undisturbed areas (as indicated by dominance ofnative plants) where greases and/or forbs form the natural climax plant community. f] Talus: Homogenousareasofrockrubbleranginginaveragesize0. l5-2.0m(0.5-6.5ft),composed of basalt, andesite, and/or sedimentary rock, including riprap slides and mine tailings. May be associated with cliffs. fl Caves: A naturally occurring cavity, recess, void, or system ofinterconnected passages. f] Oregon white Oak: Woodlands stands of pure oak or oak/conifer associations where canopy coverage of the oak component of the stand is25%. I Urban Natural Open Space: A priority species resides within or is adjacent to the open space and uses it for breeding and/or regular feeding; and/or the open space functions as a corridor connecting olher priority habitats, especially those that would otherwise be isolated; and/or the open space is an isolated remnant ofnatural habitat larger than 4 ha (10 acres) and is surrounded by urban development. I Estuary/Estuary-like: Deepwater tidal habitats and adjacent tidal wetlands, usually semi-enclosed by land but with open, partly obstructed or sporadic access to the open ocean, and in which ocean water is at least occasionally diluted by freshwater runoff from the land. The salinity may be periodically increased above that ofthe open ocean by evaporation. Along some low-energy coastlines there is appreciable dilution ofsea water. Estuarine habitat extends upstream and landward to where ocean- derivedsaltsmeasurelessthan0.5ppt.duringtheperiodofaverageannual lowflow. Includesboth estuaries and lagoons. I Marine/Estuarine Shorelines: Shorelines include the intertidal and subtidal zones of beaches, and may also include the backshore and adjacent components ofthe terrestrial landscape (e.g., cliffs, snags, mature trees, dunes, meadows) that are important to shoreline associated fish and wildlife and that contribute to shoreline function (e.g., sand/rock/log recruitment, nutrient contribution, erosion control). If wetland has 3 or more priority habitats..: 4 points If wetland has I priority habit .. : I point If wetland has 2 priority habitats...............: 3 points No habitats.. 0 points Note: All vegetated wetlands are by definition a priority habitat but are not included in this list. (Nearby wetlands are addressed in question H2.4). 0 H 2.4 Wetland Landscape: Choose the one description of the landscape around the wetland that bestfits (see p. 84). There are at least 3 other wetlands within ll2 mile, and the connections between them are relatively undisturbed (light grazing between wetlands OK as is lake shore with some boating, but connections should NOT be bisected by paved roads, fill, fields, or other development..........points = 5 . The wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with little disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mile points : 5 . There are at least 3 other wetlands within l/2 mile, BUT the connections between them are disturbed.points : 3 . The wetland fringe on a lake with disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mi1e............. ..points:3 . There is at least 1 wetland within l/2 mile ...............points : 2 . There are no wetlands within l/2 mile.................points : 0 a Total Score for Habitat Functions Add the points for H I and H 2; then record the resalt on p. I Wetland name or number B H 2 TOTAL Score - opportunity for providing habitat Add the scores from H2.1, H2.2, H2.3, H2.4 13 TOTALfoTH lfrompage 81 9 22 Comments: 5 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)PageT of9 J I Wetland name or number B DRAFT CarnconrzATroN Blsno On SpBcr.rL CHARACTERTSTICS Please determine if the wetland meets the attributes described below and circle the appropriate answerc and Calegory. Wetlend Type - Check off any criteria that apply to the wetlond. Circle the Calegory when the appropriate are SC I .l Is the wetland unit within a National Wildlife Refuge, National Park, National Estuary Reserve, Natural Area Preserve, State Park or Educational, Environmental, or Scientific Reserve designated under WAC 332_30-15l? yES : Category I xO: go to SC 1.2 Cat.l SC 1.2 Is the wetland at least 1 acre in size and meets at least two of the following conditions? I n" wetland 'rti?tiioT1,"f0"'3r'ro"o (nur r" ai#?,ir?ffi?,ll"*, cultivation, grazirg,and has less than l0olo cover ofnon-native plant species. Ifthe non-native Spartina spp,. are only species that cover more than 10% of the wetland, then the wetland should be given a dual rating (lflI). The area of Spartina would be rated a Category II while the relatively undisturbed upper marsh with native species would be a Category l. Do not, however, exclude the area of Spartina in determinine the size threshold of I acre. I at least 3/4 oTthe landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland E fn" wetland fi'as at least 2 of the following features: tidal channels, depressions with open water, or contiguous fr eshwater wetlands. Cat.I Cat.II Dual Rating Uil SC2 Natural Heritage Wetlands (see p. 87) Natural Heritage wetlands have been identified by the Washington Natural Heritage Program/DNR as either high quality undisturbed wetlands or wetlands that support state Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive plant species. SC 2.1 Is the wetland being rated in a Section/Township/Range that contains a natural heritage wetland? (This question is used to screen out most siles before you need to contacl WNHP/DNR.) S/T/R information from Appendix D [[ or accessed from WNHP/DNR web site I YEs flContact WNHP/DNR (see p. 79) and go to SC 2.2 No EX SC 2.2 Has DNR identified the wetland as a high quality undisturbed wetland or as a site with state threatened or endangered plant species? YES : Category 1 NO [t not a Heritage Wetland Cat I sc3 lg(see p. 87) Does the wetland (or any part of the unit) meet both the criteria for soils and vegetation in bogs? Use the key below to identi$ if the wetland is a bog. If you answer yes you will still need lo rote the wetland based on its functiottl. Does the unit have organic soil horizons (i.e. layers of organic soil), either peats or mucks, that compose l6 inches or more of the first 32 inches of soil profile? (See Appendix B for a field key to identify organic soils)? YES : go to question 3 ilO : go to question 2 2. Does the wetland have organic soils, either peats or mucks that are less than l6 inches deep over bedrock, or an impermeable hardpan such as clay or volcanic ash, or that are floating on a lake orpond? YES: go to question 3 LO: is not a bog for purpose of rating3. Does the unit have more than 70Yo cover of mosses at ground level, AND other plants, if present, consist of the "bog" species listed in Table 3 as a significant component of the vegetation (more than30o/o of the total shrub and herbaceous cover consists of species in Table 3)? YES : Is a bog for purpose of rating NO : go to question 4 NOTE: If you are uncertain about the extent of mosses in the understory you may substitute that criterion by measuring the pH of the water that seeps into a hole dug at least I 6" deep. If the pH is less than 5.0 and the "bog" plant species in Table 3 are present, the wetland is a bog. 4. Is the unit forested (> 30% cover) with sitka spruce, subalpine fir, westem red cedar, western hemlock, lodgepole pine, quaking aspen, Englemann's spruce, or western white pine. WITH any of the species (or combination ofspecies) on the bog species plant list in Table 3 as a significant component of the ground cover (> 30ok coverage of the total shrub/herbaceous cover)? YES = Category I XO I Is not a bog for purpose ofrating Cat.I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 8 of 9 ! ! Wetland name or number B Comments F SC4 Forested Wetlands (see p. 90) Does the wetland have at least I acre of fore st that meet one of these criteria for the Department o f Fish and Wildlife 's forests as priority habitats? If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on its funclion. fl Otd-growth forests: (west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least two three species forming a multi- layered canopy with occasional small openings; with at least 8 trees/acre (20 trees/hectare) that are at least 200 years ofage OR have a diameter at breast height (dbh) of32 inches (81 cm or more). NOTE: The criterion for dbh is based on measurements for upland forests. Two-hundred year old trees in wetlands will often have a smaller dbh because their growth rates are often slower. The DFW criterion is and "OR" so old-growth forests do not necessarily have to have trees of this diameter. f] Mature forests: (west of the Cascade Crest) Stands where the largest trees are 80 - 200 years old OR have an average diameters (dbh) exceeding 2l inches (53 cm); crown cover may be less than 1007o; decay, decadence, numbers ofsnags, and quantity oflarge downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth. YES : Category I ilO : X not a forested wetland with special characteristics Cat. I sc5 Wetlands in Coastal Lasoons (see p. 9l) Does the wetland meet all of the following criteria of a wetland in a coastal lagoon? tr The wetland lies in a depression adjacent to marine waters that is wholly or partially separated from marine waters by sandbanks, gravel banks, shingle, or, less frequently, rocks. f] fne lagoon in which the wetland is located contains surface water that is saline or brackish (> 0.5 ppt) during most ofthe year in at least a portion ofthe lagoon (needs to be measured near the bottom.) YES : Go to SC 5.1 XO X not a wetland in a coastal lagoon SC 5.1 Does the wetland meet all of the following three conditions? fl fn. wetland is relatively undisturbed (has no diking, ditching, filling, cultivation, grazing) and has less than 20o/o cover of invasive plant species (see list of invasive species on p. 74). I at least 3/4 of the landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland. fl fn. wetland is larger than l/10 acre (4350 square ft.) YES: Category I XO : Category II Cat.I Cat. II SC6 Interdunal Wetlands (see p. 93) Is the wetland west of the 1889 line (also called the Westem Boundary of Upland Ownership or wBUO)? YES : Go to SC 6. I XO EX not an interdunal wetland for rating If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on its functions. In practical terms that means the following geographic areas:. Long Beach Peninsula -- lands west of SR 103. Grayland-Westport -- lands west of SR 105. Ocean Shores-Copalis - lands west ofSR I l5 and SR 109 SC 6.1 Is the wetland one acre or larger, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is one acre or larger? YES : Category II NO : go to SC 6.2 SC 6.2 Is the wetland between 0.1 and I acre, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is between 0. I and I acre? YES: Category III Cat.II Cat. III a Category of wetland based on Special Characteristics Choose the "highesl" rating if wetlandfalls into several calegories, and record on p. I If you answered NO for all types enter "Not Applicable" on p. I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 9 of 9 Wetland name or number C Name of wetland (if known): Wetland C Date of site visit: 4/3/08 Rated by: G. Allington, J. Dadisman Trained by Ecology? Yes X No E Date of training: 11/06 JD SEC: 15 TWNSHP: 25N RNGE: 2W Is S/T/R in Appendix D? Yes ! No X Map of wetland unit: Figure N/A Estimated size: Approx. -0.279 acres SUMMARY OF RATING Category based on FUNCTIONS provided by wetland: I n II fl rr8 Iv! Category I = Category II = Category III = Category IV : Score > 70 Score 5l - 69 Score 30 - 50 Score < 30 Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTCS of Wetland I EI II n Final Category (choose the "highest" category from above") Summary of basic information about the wetland unit. lYetlend Unit hrs Spectrl CLrrecteristks Estuarine Natural Heritaqe Wetland U Bos tr Mature Forest U Old Growth Forest U Coastal Lagoon tr Interdunal U None of the above x Score for Water Quality Functions Score for Hydrologic Functions Score for Habitat Functions TOTAL Score for Functions IYethnd HGM Cless urcd for Rrtfrg DeDressional X Riverine U Lake-fringe tr Slope U Flats U Freshwater Tidal tr Check if unit has multiple HGM classes present l0 t4 l9 43 Does not apply I Does the wetland being rated meet any of the criteria below? If you answer YES to any of the questions below you will need to the wetland accordin to the ations the characteristics found in the wetland. To complete the next part of the data sheet vou will need to determine the Hydrogeomorphic Class of the wetland beine rated Thehy&ogunat'ricclassificaiorgrupu,ulmdsintolhcetrdfudi:ninsimihwals. ThissinSifestrequesicrsneededtomsrerhovudltreu,qlrd finrdicns TheHy&oguncflricClassofaudlmdcatbedaennineduinghekeybelow Sep.24fcrmae detailedinsu*iorsmclassi&ingudlmds Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (1lM) Page I of 9 III Check List for Wetlands thet Need Additbnrl Protection (in edditlon to the protection recommended for its crtegory)YES SPl. Has the wetland unit been documented as a habitat for any Federally listed Threalened or Endangered animal or plant species (T/E species)? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state or federal database. x SP2. Has the welland unit been documented as habitat for any Stale listed Threatened or Endangered animal species? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state database. Note: Wetlands with State listed plant species are categorized as Category I Natural Heritage Wetlands (see p. 19 of data form). SP3. Does the wetland unit contain individuals of Priority species listed by the \VDFWfor the state?l X SP4. Does the wetland unit have a local significance in addition to its functions? For example, the wetland has been identified in the Shoreline Master Program, the Critical Areas Ordinance, or in a local management plan as having special significance.x WETLAND RATING FORM - WESTERN WASHINGTON Version 2 - Updated July 2006 to increase accuracy and reproducibility among users DRAFT tr NO tr -goto Wetland name or number C Classification of Vegetated Wetlands for Western Washington If the hydrologic criteria listed in each question do not apply to the entire unit being rated, you probably have a unit with multiple HGM classes. In this case, identi$ wlQL b4lrqlogic criteria in questions I -7 apply, and gg to Queq[g4r 8, levels in the entire unit usually controlled by tides (i.e. except during floods)? YES - the wetland class is Tidal Fringe salinity of the water during periods of annual low flow below 0.5 ppt (parts per thousand)? YES - Freshwater Tidal Fringe NO - Saltwater Tidsl Fringe (Estuarine) Ifyourvrutlutd cot be classfied as a Fresh'v,nter Iidal Finge use theformsfor Nveiwtwilmds. If it is o klt-water Tidal Finge it is roted as an Estuairu vctland. Wetlands that were call estuarine in the first and second editiurs of the rating sJrutern are called Salt Wata Tidal Fringe in the Hydrogeomuphic Classificatior. Estuarine wetlands were categorized separately in the earlier editiors, and this separatiur is being kept in this revisisr. To maintain cursistency between editiors, the term 'Eshurine" wetland is kept Please note, however, that the characteristics thal define Categtry I and II estuarine wetlands have changed (see p. _ ). 2. The entire wetland unit is flat and precipitation is only source (>90%) of water to it. Groundwater and surface water runoff are NOT unit. YES - The wetland class is Flsts If your wetland can ed as a "Flats" wetland, use the form for Depressional wetlands 3. Does the entire wetland meet both of the following criteria? E fn. vegetated part of the wetland is on the shores of a body of permanent open water (without any vegetation on the surface) where at least 20 acres (8ha) in size; f] At least 30%water area is deeper than 6.6 (2 m)? YES - The wetland class is ne 4. Does the entire of the following criteria? n fle wetland is on a slope (slope can be very gradual). E fne water flows through the wetland in one direction (unidirectional) and usually comes from seeps. It may flow subsurface, as sheetflow, or in a swale without distinct banks. E ttre water leaves the wetland without being impounded? NOTE: Surface water does nol pond in lhese types of wetlands except occasionally in very small and shallow or behind hummocks (depressions are usually <3 ft diameter and less than I foot deep). to5 YES - The wetland class is 5. Does the entire all of the following criteria? DRAFT ! fne unit is in a valley or stream channel where it gets inundated by overbank flooding from that stream or river. n fne overbank flooding occurs at least once every two years. N0T\,-Tfuiwiqunit can contain depressions that are filled with water when the river is not Jlooding.,( NO - eo toj YES - The wetland class is Riverine 6. Is the entire wetland unit in a topographic depression in which water ponds, or is saturated to the surface, at some time of any outlet, if the interior of the wetland. wetland class is the year. This means that NO to7 7. Is the entire wetland located in a very flat area with no obvious depression and no overbank flooding. The unit does not pond surface water more than a few inches. The unit seems to be maintained by high groundwater in the area. The wetland may be obvious natural outlet. YES - The wetland class is 8. Your wetland unit soems to be to classifr and probably mntains several different HGM classes. For example, see,ps at the base of a slope may grade into a riverine floodplain, a a srnall steam within a depressioral wetland has a zore of flooding almg its sides. GO BACK AND IDENTIFY WHICH OF TIIE HYDROI.,OGIC REGIMES DESCRIBED IN QUESTIONS I-7 APPLY TO DIFFERENT AREAS IN TI{E UNIT (make a ro.rgh sketch to help you decide). Use the following table to identiff the appropriate class to use for the rating s)6tem if you have several HGM classes present within your wetland. NOTE: Use this table mly ifthe class that is recommended in the second column reprresants 10% r more of the total area of the wetland unit being rated If the area of the class listed in column 2 is less than l0% of the unit, classify the wetland using the class that represents mtre than 90% of the total area If you are unable still to determine which of the above criteria apply to your and, or you have more than 2 HGM classes within a wetland boundary, classify the wetland as Depressional for the rating. Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7/M) YES _ No-to8 HGM Classes within the wetland unit being rated HGM Class to Use in Rating Slope + Riverine fuverine Slope + Depressional Depressional Slope + Lake-fringe Lake-fringe Depressional + fuverine along stream within boundary Depressional Depressional + Lake-fringe Depressional Salt Water Tidal Fringe and any other class of freshwater wetland Treat as ESTUARINE under wetlands with special characteristics Page 2 of9 1 Wetland name or number B D1 Does the wetland have the ootential to improve water quality? WATER QUALITY FLJNCTIONS - Indicators that wetland functions to improve water quality.per box) (see p.38) Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland:. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet). .. points = 3. Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted, permanently flowing outlet ........ points : 2. Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricted, surface outlet Qtermanently flowing) ....... points : I. Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key), or in the Flats class, with permanent surface outflow and no obvious natural outlet and/or outlet is a man-made ditch............ points : I (If dilch is nol permanently Jlowing treat unit as "intermittently./lowing ') Provide photo or drawing D l.l Figure 3 D 1.2 The soil 2 inches below the surface (or dufflayer) is clay or organic (use NRCS de/initiors) YES points : 4 ]lO points = 0 0 D 1.3 Characteristics of persistent vegetation (emergent, shrub, and/or forest Cowardin class):. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation > = 95Yo of area.......... points:5 Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation > = l12 of area... Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation >: l/10 of area......... points: I Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation < 1/10 of area......... . points:0 Map of Cowardin vesetation classes a a a points : 3 Figure 3 Characteristics ofseasonal ponding or inlndation: This is the area of the wetland that is pondedfor at leasl 2 monlhs, bul dries out sometime during the year. Do not count the area that is permanenlly ponded. Estimate area os the average condiiion 5 out of l0 years.. Area seasonally ponded is > I /2 total area of wetland points : 4. Area seasonally ponded is > l/4 total area of wetland points : 2. Area seasona,y ponded is < ,4 totar area of wetrand .. . iviil;I iir;ff,tiri"1l D 1.4 D2 Does the wetland have the oooortunitv to improve water quality? YES multiplier is 2 NO multiplier is I a TOTAL - Water Quality Functions Multiply the score from Dl by D2; then add score to table on p. I Does the wetland have the ootential to reduce flooding and erosion?D3 (see D 3.1 Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland unit .... points = 4 .... Points : l .... points : 1 .... points : 0 (If dilch is nol permanently fiowing treat unit as "intermittently flowing"). Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricte4 surface onllet (permanentlyflowing) .. Unit a Unit outfl Unit 4 D 3.2 Depth of storage during wet periods. Estimate the height of ponding above the bottom of the outlet. For units wilh no outlet measure from the surface of permanent water or deepest part (tf dry)..Marksofpondingare3ft.ormoreabovethesurfaceorbottomoftheoutlet. The wetland is a "headwater" wetland .. points : 5. Marks of ponding between 2 ft. to < 3 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet ...... points : 5. Marks are at least 0.5 ft. to < 2 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet points : 3. Wetland is flat (yes to Q.2 or Q.7 on key)but has small depressions on the surface that trap water. points : I. Marks of ponding less than 0.5 ft............ points : 0 5 D4 . The area of the basin is l0 to 100 times the area of the unit...... The area of the basin is more than 100 times the area of the unit.......... Does the wetland have the opportunitv to reduce flooding and erosion? Add area 3 basin conlributing surface waler to. The area ofthe basin is less than towetland areathe the wellandof 0I thetrmes ofarea unit. upstream Total for D 3 the boxes above points: 5 -I . Entire unit is in the FLATS class :5 (see p. 49) Multiplier ....... Points = l ....... points : 0 Total for D I Figure 4 Add the in the boxes above 10 ---r(see p. 44) Multiplier I Wetland Rating Form - western Washinglon, version 2 (7106)Page 3 of 9 D J.J YESAnswer unit ain lnlocation the it water the w€uallu name or numoer t' ll of the. flow into a river or a TOTAL - Hydrologic Functions Multiply the score from D3 by D4; then add score to table on p. I t2 YES is2 Comments: l{o Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (1106\Page 4 of 9 ! weuano name or numoer t,IUINIH\F II H1 Does the wetland have the ootential to provide habitat for many species? HABITAT FLTNCTIONS - Indicators that wetland firnctions to provide important habitat.per box) H 1.1 Vesetation structure (see P.72): Check the types ofvegelation classes present (as defined by Cowardin) - Size thresholdfor each class is !!4 acre or more than l0% of the area d unit is smaller than 2.5 acres.[-l Aouatic Bed [[ emergent plants !{ Scrub/shrub (areas where shrubs have > 30% cover) [f Forested (areas where trees have > 30olo cover) IlJhe unit has a forested class check if: E fn. forestedclass haq 3 oq1 of5 itrata (canopy, sub-canopy, shrubs, herbaceous, moss/ground- cover) that each cover 20% within the forested polygon. Add the number of vegelation types that qualtfy. If you have: Map of Cowardin vegetation classes 4 structures or more....... points : 4 3 structures..... points = 2 2 structures.. points : I I structur€ points : 0 Figure _ 2 H 1.2 Hydroperiods (see p.73): Check the types of waler regimes (hydroperiods) presenl wilhin the wetland. The woter regime has to of the wetland or l/4 acre to count (see texlfor descriplions of Permanently flooded or inundated Seasonally flooded or inundated Occasionallv flooded or inundated Saturated orily Permanently flowing stream or river in, or adjacent to, the Seasonally flowing stream in, or adjacent to, the wetland cover more than l0oZ hydroperiods) points : 3 points :24 or more types present 3 or more types present 2 types present... I type piesent wetland Map of hydroperiods Lake-fringewetlind....... = 2 points Freshwater tidal wetland : 2 points Figure _ I Richness ofPlant Species (see p. 75): Count the number of plant species in the wetland that cover at least l0 ft2 ldffirent potches of the same species can be combined lo meet the size threshold) You do nol have to name lhe species. Do nol include Eurasian Milfoil, reed canarygrass, purple loosestrife, Conadian Thistle. Ifyou counted: > 19 species .. points:2 5 - l9 species.................... points = I List species below if you want to: < 5 species .... points : 0 H 1.3 I H 1.4 Interspersion of Habitats (see p. 76): Decided fiom the diagrams below whether interspersion between Cowardin vegetation (described in Hl.l ), or the classes and unvegetated areas (can include open water or mudflats) is M<xleratc - I poin$ Hilh -.3 rnints medium, low, or none. Nonc-Opoint-s fuu - Igrint a/ lriparian braided channtls] Use map of Cowardin classes. Note: If you have 4 or more classes or 3 vegetation classes and open water, the rating is always "high". Figure 2 H 1.5 Special Habitat Features (see p. 77): Check the habitat features that are presenl in the wetland. The number of checl<s is the number of points put into lhe next column. Large, downed, woody debris within the wetland (> 4 in. diameter and 6 ft. long) Standing snags (diameter at the bottom > 4 inches) in the wetland Undercut banks are present for at least 6.6 ft. (2m) and/or overhanging vegetation extends at least 3.3 ft. (lm) over a stream (or ditch) in, or contiguous with the unit, for at least 33 ft. (l0m) Stable steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskrat for denning (> 30 degree slope) OR signs of recent beaver activity are present (cut shrubs or trees that have not yet turned grey/brown) At least l14 acre of thin-stemmed persistent vegetation or woody branches are present in areas that are permanently or seasonally inundated (stuctures for eggJaying by amphibians) Invasive plants cover less than 25Vo ofthe wetland area in each stratum ofplants NOTE: The 20% stated in early printings of the manual on page 78 is an error. H tr tr X 3 9 ---- Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106) Add the points in the column above Page 5 of 9 a b H 1 TOTAL Score - potential for providing habitat weuano name or number l, Comments: Total forpage: 8 H2 Does the wetland have the opportunitv to provide habitat for many species?(only I scor< per box) Buffers (see P. 80): Choose lhe description that best represents condition of buffer ofwetland unit. The highest scoring criterion lhat applies to the wetland is to be used in the raling. See textfor definition of "undisturbed". I tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or op€n water > 95% of circumference. No structures are within the undisturbed part of buffer (relatively undisturbed also means no grazing, no landscaping, no daily human use)..............points = 5 [[ tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 50% circumference ............points = 4 waterfl SOm (170 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open > 95Yo circumference points :4 points = 3 f] tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > H 2.1 25%o circumference fl SOm (170 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water for > 50yo circumference............ If buffer does not meet any ofthe criteria above: I No paved areas (except paved trails) or buildings within 25m (80 ft) of wetland > 95%o circumference. Light to moderate grazing or lawns are OK ...points = 2 I No paved areas of buildings within 50m of wetland for > 50% circumference. Light to moderate grazing or lawns are OK points = 2 points: ItrtrHeavy grazing in buffer Vegetated buffers are < 2m wide (6.6 ft) for more lhan 95Vo circumference (e.g. tilled fields, paving, basalt bedrock extend to edge of wetland).points = 0 .points : Ifl guffer does not meet any of the criteria above Arial photo showing buffers Figure 4 H2.2 Corridon and Connections (see p. 8l) H 2.2.1 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 150 ft. wide, has at least a 30%o cover of shrubs, forest or native undisturbed prairie, that connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 250 acres in size? (Dams in riparian corridors, heavily used gravel roads, paved roads, are considered breaks in the corridor). yES = 4 points (go to H 2.3) No : go to H 2.2.2 H.2.2.2 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 50 ft. wide, has at least 30Yo cover ofshrubs or forest, and connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 25 acres in size? OR a Lake- fringe wetland, ifit does not have an undisturbed corridor as in the question above? YES : 2 points (go to H 2.3) NO : go to H 2.2.3 H.2.2.3 Is the wetland:. Within 5 mi (Skm) of a brackish or salt water estuary OR . Within 3 miles of a large field or pasture (> 40 acres) OR YES : I point . Within I mile of a lake greater than 20 acres? NO : 0 points 4 Wetland Rating Form - western Washinglon, version 2 (7106)Page 6 of 9 ,il vr H 2.3 Near or adjacent to other priority habitats listed by WDFW (see p. 82): Which of the following priority habitats are within 330 ft. (100m) of the wetland? NOTE: the connections do not have to be relatively undbturbed. These are DFW definilions. Check with your local DFI{ biologist tf there are any quesliors. fl Riparian: The area adjacent to aquatic systems with flowing water that contains elements of both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems which mutually influence each other. I lspen Stands: Pure or mixed stands of aspen greater than 0.8 ha (2 acres) E Ctiffs: Greater than 7.6m (25 ft) high and occurring below 5000 ft. f[ Ota-growth forests: (Old growth west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least 2 tree species, forming a multi-layered canopy with occasional small openings, with at least 20 trees/ha (8 trees/acre) > 8lcm (32 in) dbh or > 200 years ofage. f! Mature forests: Stands with average diameters exceeding 53cm (21 in) dbh; crown cover may be less than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers ofsnags, and quantity oflarge downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth; 80 - 200 years old west ofthe Cascade Crest. f] Prairies: Relatively undisturbed areas (as indicated by dominance of native plants) where greases and/or forbs form the natural climax plant community. fl Talus: Homogenous areas of rock rubble ranging in average size 0. l5 - 2.0m (0.5 - 6.5 ft), composed of basalt, andesite, and/or sedimentary rock, including riprap slides and mine tailings. May be associated with cliffs. f] Caves: A naturally occurring cavity, recess, void, or system ofinterconnected passages. fl Oregon white Oak: Woodlands stands of pure oak or oak/conifer associations where canopy coverage ofthe oak component ofthe stand is25%o. I Urban Natural Open Space: A priority species resides within or is adjacent to the open space and uses it for breeding and/or regular feeding; and/or the open space functions as a corridor connecting other priority habitats, especially those that would otherwise be isolated; and/or the open space is an isolated remnant ofnatural habitat larger than 4 ha (10 acres) and is surrounded by urban development. I Estuary/Estuary-like: Deepwater tidal habitats and adjacent tidal wetlands, usually semi-enclosed by land but with open, partly obstructed or sporadic access to the open ocean, and in which ocean water is at least occasionally diluted by freshwater runoff from the land. The salinity may be periodically increased above that ofthe open ocean by evaporation. Along some low-energy coastlines there is appreciable dilution ofsea water. Estuarine habitat extends upstream and landward to where ocean- derivedsaltsmeasurelessthan0.5ppt.duringtheperiodofaverageannuallowflow. Includesboth estuaries and lagoons. f] Marine/Estuarine Shorelines: Shorelines include the intertidal and subtidal zones of beaches, and may also include the backshore and adjacent components ofthe terrestrial landscape (e.g., cliffs, snags, mature trees, dunes, meadows) that are important to shoreline associated fish and wildlife and that contribute to shoreline function (e.g., sand/rock/log recruitment, nutrient contribution, erosion control). If wetland has 3 or more priority habitats..: 4 points If wetland has I priority habit .. : I point If wetland has 2 priority habitats...............: 3 points No habitats.. 0 poins Note: All vegetated wetlands are by definition a priority habitat but are not included in this list. (Nearby wetlands are addressed in question H 2.4). 0 H 2.4 Wetland Landscape: Choose the one description of the londscape around the wetland that best /i* (see p. 84) . There are at least 3 other wetlands within ll2 mile, and the connections between them are relatively undisturbed (light grazing between wetlands OI! as is lake shore with some boating, but connections should NOT be bisected by paved roads, fill, fields, or other development..........points = 5 . The wetland is L,ake-fringe on a lake with little disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mile .....points : 5 . There are at least 3 other wetlands within l/2 mile, BUT the connections between them are disturbed..........points : 3 . The wetland fringe on a lake with disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mile..............points : 3 . There is at least I wetland within ll2 mile """"""'Points : 2 . There are no wetlands within l/2 mile.................points : 0 a Total Score for Habitat Functions Add the points for H 1 and H 2; then record the result on p. 1 vv Eualltu llalll€ ur uulllucl E Comments: 5 H 2 TOTAL Score - opportunity for providing habitat Add the scores from H2.1, H2.2, H2.3, H2.4 13 TOTALfoTH lfrompage 8! 9 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7lM)Page 7 of9 vr 22 Wetland name or number B IUIN#\F ll CarBconrzATroN Blsno ON SpBcr,tL CHARAcrERrsrrcs Please determine if the wetland meets the attribates described below and circle the appropriate answers and Calegory. SCl Estuarine wetlands? (see p.86) Does the wetland unit meet the following criteria for Estuarine wetlands? The dominant water regime is tidal, Vegetated, and With a salinity greater than 0.5 ppt. YES : Go to SC l.l xo EX trtrtr Is the wetland unit within a National Wildlife Refuge, National Park, National Estuary Reserve, Natural Area Preserve, State Park or Educational, Environmental, or Scientific Reserve designated under WAC 332_30_15l? yES : Category I NO: go to SC 1.2 SCI Cat. I SC 1.2 Is the wetland at least I acre in size and meets at least two of the following conditions? fl rn" wetland rrlr!'?,,;rtll,"ff,?trlruea gras r" arkiX!,ii,citirs;?,'llrr, curtivation, grazing, and has less than l07o cover ofnon-native plant species. Ifthe non-native Spartina spp,. are only species that cover more than 10% of the wetland, then the wetland should be given a dual rating (I/lI). The area of Spartina would be rated a Category II while the relatively undisturbed upper marsh with native species would be a Category l. Do not, however, exclude the area of Spartina in determining the size threshold of I acre. I et least 3/4 olthe landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland fl nr" wetland Fas at least 2 of the following features: tidal channels, depressions with open water, or contiguous freshwater wetlands. Cat.I Cat.II Dual Reting Utl SC2 Natural Heritaee Wetlands (see p. 87) Natural Heritage wetlands have been identified by the Washington Natural Heritage Program/DNR as either high quality undisturbed wetlands or wetlands that support state Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive plant species. SC 2.1 Is the wetland being rated in a Section/Township/Range that contains a natural heritage wetland? (Ilri question is used to screen out mosl sites before you need to conlacl WNHP/DNR.) SiTlR information from Appendix D El or accessed from WNHP/DNR web site fl YEs fl Contact WNHP/DNR (see p. 79) and go to SC 2.2 rrO [[ SC 2.2 Has DNR identified the wetland as a high quality undisturbed wetland or as a site with state threatened or endangered plant species? YES : Category 1 XO El not a Heritage Wetland Cat I Boss (see p. 87) Does the wetland (or any part of the unit) meet both the criteria for soils and vegetation in bogs? Use the key below to identiff if the wetland is a bog. If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on its functionl. Does the unit have organic soil horizons (i.e. layers of organic soil), eitherpeats or mucks, that compose l6 inches or more of the first 32 inches of soil profile? (See Appendix B for a field key to identifu organic soils)? YES : go to question 3 ilO : go to question 2 2. Does the wetland have organic soils, either peats or mucks that are less than 16 inches deep over bedrock, or an impermeable hardpan such as clay or volcanic ash, or that are floating on a lake or pond? YES : go to question 3 No : is not a bog for purpose of rating 3. Does the unit have more than 70o/o cover of mosses at ground level, AND other plants, if present, consist of the "bog" species listed in Table 3 as a significant component of the vegetation (more than30o/o ofthe total shrub and herbaceous cover consists ofspecies in Table 3)? YES : Is a bog for purpose of rating ilO : go to question 4 NOTE: If you are uncertain about the extent of mosses in the understory you may substitute that criterion by measuring the pH of the water that seeps into a hole dug at least 16" deep. If the pH is less than 5.0 and the "bog" plant species in Table 3 are present, the wetland is a bog. 4. Is the unit forested (> 30% cover) with sitka spruce, subalpine fir, westem red cedar, western hemlock, lodgepole pine, quaking aspen, Englemann's spruce, or western white pine. WITH any of the species (or combination ofspecies) on the bog species plant list in Table 3 as a significant component ofthe ground cover (> 30% coverage ofthe total shrub/herbaceous cover)? YES : Category I NO X Is not a bog for purpose of rating Cat. I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 8 of9 ! Wetland Type - Check off any criteria that opply to the wetland. Circle the Cotegory when the appropriate vY tsualru lraulE ul fiuttlutrl D Comments: \rr sc4 Forested Wetlands (see p. 90) Does the wetland have at least I acre of forest that meet one of these criteria for the Department of Fish and Wildlife's forests as priority habitats? If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on irs function. f] Ota-growth forests: (west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least two three species forming a multi- layered canopy with occasional small openings; with at least 8 trees/acre (20 trees/hectare) that are at least 200 years ofage OR have a diameter at breast height (dbh) of32 inches (81 cm or more). NOTE: The criterion for dbh is based on measurements for upland forests. Two-hundred year old trees in wetlands will often have a smaller dbh because their growth rates are often slower. The DFW criterion is and "OR" so old-growth forests do not necessarily have to have trees of this diameter. I Mature forests: (west of the Cascade Crest) Stands where the largest trees are 80 - 200 years old OR have an av€rage diameters (dbh) exceeding 2l inches (53 cm); crown cover may be less than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers of snags, and quantity of large downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth. YES : Category I ilO : El not a forested wetland with special characteristics Cat.l sc5 Wetlands in Coastal Laqoons (see p. 9l) Does the wetland meet all of the following criteria of a wetland in a coastal lagoon? tr The wetland lies in a depression adjacent to marine waters that is wholly or partially separated from marine waters by sandbanks, gravel banks, shingle, or, less frequently, rocks. fl fn" lagoon in which the wetland is located contains surface water that is saline or brackish (> 0.5 ppt) during most of the year in at least a portion of the lagoon (needs to be measured near the bottom.) YES : Go to SC 5.1 XO E not a wetland in a coastal lagoon SC 5.1 Does the wetland meet all of the following three conditions? E fn" wetland is relatively undisturbed (has no diking, ditching, filling, cultivation, grazing) and has less than 20%o cover ofinvasive plant species (see list ofinvasive species onp.74). fl et least 3/4 of the landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland. f] m" wetland is larger than l/10 acre (4350 square ft.) YES : Category I 1{O : Category II Cat.l Cat.II 6 Interdunal Wetlands (see p. 93) Is the wetland west of the 1889 line (also called the Western Boundary of Upland Ownership or wBUO)? YES = Go to SC 6.1 XO EX not an interdunal wetland for rating If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on ils functions. In practical terms that means the following geographic areas:. Long Beach Peninsula -- lands west of SR 103. Grayland-Westport -- lands west of SR 105. Ocean Shores-Copalis - lands west ofSR 1 l5 and SR 109 SC 6.1 Is the wetland one acre or larger, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is one acre or larger? YES : Category II ilO : go to SC 6.2 SC 6.2 Is the wetland between 0.1 and I acre, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is between 0.1 and I acre? YES = Category III Cet. II Cat.III a Category of wetland besed on Special Characteristics Choose the "highest" raling if wetlandfalls inlo several categories, and record on p. I If you answered NO for all types enter "Not Applicable" on p. 1 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 9 of 9 uNf\[- ll WETLAND RATING FORM - WESTERN WASHINGTON Version 2 - Updated July 2006 to increase accuracy and reproducibility among users Name of wetland (if known):Wetland C Date of site visit: 4/3/08 Rated by: G. Allington, J. Dadisman Trained by Ecology? Yes X No n Date of training: 11/06 JD SEC: 15 TWNSHP: 25N RNGE: 2W Is S/T/R in Appendix D? Yes ! No I Map of wetland unit: Figure N/A Estimated size: Approx. -0.279 acres SUMMARY OF RATING Category based on FUNCTIONS provided by wetland: I ! II D mx IvE Category I = Category II = Category III = Category IV = Score > 70 Score 5l - 69 Score 30 - 50 Score < 30 Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTCS of Wetland I EI U E Final Category (choose the "highest" category from above") Summary of basic information about the wetland unit. Wctlend Unit hrs Spectd CLmcteristlcr Estuarine U Natural Heritage Wetland tr Bog LI Mature Forest U Old Growth Forest tr Coastal Lagoon U Interdunal tr None of the above x Score for Water Quality Functions Score for Hydrologic Functions Score for Habitat Functions TOTAL Score for Functions Iiletlend EGM Cless urcd for Rrting Depressional X Riverine tr Lake-fringe U Slope U Flats tr Freshwater Tidal U Check if unit has multiple HGM classes present tr l0 t4 19 43 Does not apply X Does the wetland being rated meet any of the criteria below? If you answer YES to any of the questions below you will need to the wetland accordin to the ations the characteristics found in the wetland. To complete the next part of the data sheet you will need to determine the Hydrogeomorphic Class of the wetland beine rated. Thehyfrogunct'ricclasific*iorgnapsu,ular&intotmeftdfndininsimihuala thissin$ifche+rsicnsneededtoarsrcrtrovwelltreu,qlad flmaiars TlrcI{leogsanaflucClassofau,UlardcarbedOenninedtsingthekrybelow. Sap.24famaedetailedinStnimsorchssifyinguulards Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 ('1106) Page I of 9 III Chsck List for Wetlands thet Need Addltlonrl Protection (li eddition to the protectien recoumnded for lts crtegory)YES SP l. Has the wetland unit been documented as a habitat for any Federally listed Threatened or Endangered animal or plant species (T/E species)? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state or federal database. XSP2. Has the wetland unit been documented as habitat for any State listed Threatened or Endangered animal species? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state database. Note: Wetlands with State listed plant species are categorized as Category I Natural Heritage Wetlands (see p. l9 of data form). X SP4. Does the wetland unit hove a local significance in addition to its functions? For example, the wetland has been identified in the Shoreline Master Program, the Critical Areas Ordinance, or in a local management plan as having special slgn:ificance. weuano name or numDer U NO tr tr SP3. Does the wetland unil contain individuals of Priority species listed by the ll/DFW for the state? weuandnameornumberc lulN#\F ll Classification of Vegetated Wetlands for Western Washington If the hydrologic criteria listed in eactr Ereetion do not apply to the entire rmit being rated, you probably have a rmit with multiple HGM classes. In this cqse, identi levels in the entire unit usually controlled by tides (i.e. except during floods)? YES - the wetland class is Tidal Fringe salinity of the water during periods of annual low flow below 0.5 ppt (parts per thousand)? YES - Freshwater Tidal Fringe NO - Saltwater Tidal Fringe (Estuarine) Ifyourwetlotd can be classified as a Fresh'water Tidal Finge use theformsfor Riverilu'nvtl@ds. If it is a kltnuter Tidal Finge il is rded as m Estuairc.yictland. Wetlands that were call estuarine in the first and second editicns of therating qstem are called Salt Water Tidal Fringe in ttre Hydrogeomorphic Classificatior. Estuarine wetlands were categaizd separately in the earlier editims, and this separatian is being kept in this revisior. To maintain cursistanry between editiurs, the term 'Esturind' wetland is kept Please note, however, that the characteristics ttrat define 2. The entire wetland unit is flat and precipitation is only source (>90%) of water to it. Groundwater and surface water runoff are NOT unit. YES - The wetland class is Flats If your wetland can fied as a "Flats" wetland, use the form for Depressional wetlands. 3. Does the entire wetland meet both of the following criteria? I fne vegetated part of the wetland is on the shores of a body of permanent open water (without any vegetation on the surface) where at least 20 acres (8ha) in size; E At least 30%water area is deeper than 6.6 (2 m)? YES - The wetland class is 4. Does the entire of the following criteria? E ftre wetland is on a slope (slope can be very gradual). n fne water flows through the wetland in one direction (unidirectional) and usually comes from seeps. It may flow subsurface, as sheetflow, or in a swale without distinct banks. ! fne water leaves the wetland without being impounded? NOTE: Surface water does nol pond in these types of wetlands except occasionally in very small and shallow or behind hummocles (depressions are usually <3ft diameter and less than I foot deep) to5 YES - The wetland class is 5. Does the entire all of the following criteria? ! fne unit is in a valley or stream channel where it gets inundated by overbank flooding from that stream or river. E fne overbank flooding occurs at least once every two years. unil can contain depressions that are filled wilh water when the river is not flooding.. YES - The wetland class is Riverine 6. Is the entire wetland unit in a topographic depression in which water ponds, or is saturated to the surface, at some time of the year. This means that NO any outlet, if to7 the interior of the wetland. wetland class is 7. Is the entire wetland located in a very flat area with no obvious depression and no overbank flooding. The unit does not pond surface water more than a few inches. The unit seems to be maintained by high groundwater in the area. The wetland may be obvious natural outlet. YES - The wetland class is 8. Your wetland unit seems to be to classify and probably mntains several different HGM classes. For examplg seeps at the base of a slope may grade into a riverine floodplain, o a unall steam within a depressiural wetland has a zole of flooding alqrg its sides. GO BACK AND IDENTIFY WHICH OF T}IE HYDROI,OGIC REGIMES DESCRIBED IN QI.]ESTIONS I-7 APPLY TO DIFFERENT AREAS IN Tm UNIT (make a rough sketch to help you decide). Use the following table to idurti$ the apprqriate class to use for the rating rystem ifyou have several HGM classes present within your wetland. NOTE: Use this table cnly if the class that is recommended in the second column represants IOZ c more of the total area of the wetland unit being rated Ifthe area of the class listed in column 2 is less than l0% of the unit, classiff the wetland using the class thal represents mae than 90% of the total area. Slope + Riverine Riverine Slope + Depressional Depressional Slope + Lake-fringe Lake-fringe Depressional + Riverine along stream within boundary Depressional Depressional + Lake-fringe Depressional Salt Water Tidal Fringe and any other class of freshwater wetland Treat as ESTUARINE under wetlands with special characteristics If you are unable still to determine which of the above criteria apply to your wetland, or you have more than 2 HGM classes within a wetland boundary, classify the wetland as Depressional for the rating. -goto NO- YES _ No-to8 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (1/M)Page 2 of9 I I T ! HGM Classes within the wetland unil beinp roted HGM Class to Use in Ratins wetland name or number u WATER QUALITY FUNCTIONS - Indicators that wetland functions to improve water quality.I pcr box) (see p.38)D1 Does the wetland have the ootential to improve water quality? D L I Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland:. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet).............::............................ points = 3. Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted, permanently flowing outlet ........ points = 2. Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricted, surface outlet Qcermanently flowinC) ....... points : I. Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key), or in the Flats class, with permanent surface outflow and no obvious natural outlet and/or outlet is a man-made ditch............ points: I (l{ ditch is not Dermanentlv llowins treat unit as "inlermiltently flowing ') Provide photo or drawing Figure 3 0D 1.2 The soil 2 inches below the surface (or dufflayer) is clay or organic (use NRCS definitions) YES points :4 ilo points = 0 Figure 3 Characteristics of persistent vegetation (emergent, shrub, and/or forest Cowardin class):. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation >:95oh of area......... points : 5. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation >: ll2 of area......... points = 3. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation >: l/10 of area......... points: I. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation < l/10 of area .......... points : 0 Map of Cowardin vegetation classes D 1.3 welland lhat is pondedJor al area that is permanenlly points = 4. Area seasonally ponded is > I /4 total area of wetland. Area seasonally ponded is < l/4 total area of wetland Characteristics ofseasonal ponding or inundation: T'his is the area oJ the least 2 monlhs, bul dries out sometime during lhe year. Do not count the ponded. Estimate area as lhe averoge condition 5 out of l0 years.. Area seasonally ponded is > I 12 total area of wetland D 1.4 points = 0 Map of Hydroperiods points : 2 D2 Does the wetland have the oooortunitv to improve water quality? Answer YES if you know or believe there are pollutants in groundwater or surface water coming into YES multiplier is 2 No multiplier is I a TOTAL - Water Quality Functions Multiply the score from Dl bv D2; then add score to table on p. I l0 Does the wetland have the ootential to reduce flooding and erosion?D3 (see p.46) D 3.1 Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland unit. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet). Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted permanently flowing outlet .... Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key) or in the Flats class, with permanent outflow and no obvious natural outlet and/or outlet is a man-made ditch.... (If ditch is nol permanenllyflowing treol unit as "intermitlentlyflowing"). Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricted, surface oullet (permanently /lowing) ....... points = 4 points = 2 points = I points = 0 surface 4 D 3.2 Depth of storage during wet periods. Estimale the height of ponding above lhe bottom of the outlet. For units wilh no outlel measure from the surface of permanenl water. Marks of ponding are 3 ft. or more above the surface or. The wetland is a "headwater" wetland. Marks of ponding between 2 ft. to < 3 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet. Marks are at least 0.5 ft. to < 2 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet to Q.2 or Q.7 on key)but has small depressions on the surface that trap water, points : I points = 5 .. points : 3 ...... Points : 0less than 0.5 ft ......... points : 7 ......... points : J . Wetland is flat (yes. Marks of ponding or deepest part (ifdry). :*:::::li llllll : :::::::5 Contnbutron ol wetland unrt to storage rn the watershed: Estimale lhe ratio oJ lhe area oJ upstream basin contributing surface waler lo the wetland lo the area of the wetland unit itself.. The area of the basin is less than l0 times the area of unit.......... .. points = 5. The area of the basin is l0 to 100 times the area of the unit.... ...... points : 3. The area of the basin is more than I 00 times the area of the unit .. D 3.3 o Entire unit is in the FLATS class ... ... points = 0 ... Points : 5 D4 Does the wetland have the oonortunitv to reduce flooding and erosion? Answer YES if the unit is in a location in the watershed where the flood storage, or reduction in water velocity, it provides helps protect downstream property and aquatic resources from flooding or excessive and/or erosiv6 flows. Answer NO if the water coming into the wetland is controlled by a structure such as flood gate, tide gate, flap valve, reservoir etc. OR youistimate that more than 90% of the water in the wetland is Fom Total for D I Figure 4 Add the in lhe boxes above l0 (see p. 44) Multiplier ! 5 Total for D 3 r--- t4 (see p. 49) Multiplier Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7 /06) Add the in lhe boxes above Page 3 of 9 E residential areas, farmed weuano ltarnc or rrumoer L of the. flow into a river or t4oTOTAL - Hydrologic Functions Multiply the score from D3 by D4; then add score to table on p. I YES is2 Comments: t{o isl Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (1106)Page 4 of 9 ll weuano name or numDer L IUINF\F ll HABITAT FUNCTIONS - Indicators that wetland functions to provide important habitat.per box) (only I H1 Does the wetland have the ootential to provide habitat for many species? H I .1 Vegetation structure (see P. 72): Check the types ofvegetation classes presenl (as defined by Cowardin) - Size thresholdfor each class is ocre or more than I 0% of the area if unit is smaller than 2.5 acres Aquatic Bed Emergent plants Scrub/shrub (areas where shrubs have > 30% cover) Forested (areas where trees have > 30% cover) Map 3 structures t/4 , shrubs, herbaceous, moss/ground- of Cowardin vegetation elasses .. points : 2 .. Points : 0points = I2 structures I structure .. Figure I H 1.2 Hydroperiods (see p.73): Check the types of water regimes (hydroperiods) present wilhin the welland. The water regime has lo Permanentlv flooded or inundated Seasonally hooded or inundated Occasionally flooded or inundated Saturated only Permanently flowing stream or river in, or adjacent to, the Seasonally flowing stream in, or adjacent to, the wetlandLake-fringewetland....... :2 points 3 or more types 2 types present. I type present.. wetland pres more than l0% of the wetland or I /4 acre lo count (see text for descriplions of hydroperiods). 4 or more types present points : 3 ent......Points : 2 boints = Ipoints:0 Freshwater tidal wetland = 2 points Map of hydroperiods Figure I H 1.3 Richness ofPlant Species (see p. 75): @tspeiiesinthewetlandthatcoveratleastl0ft21differenlpalchesofthesame species can be combined lo meel the size threshold) You do not have to name lhe species. Do not include Eurasian Milfoil, reed canarygrass, purple points:2 points = Ipoints: 0 loosestrife, Canadian This tle. List species below if you want to Ifyou counted: > l9 species.. 5 - 19 species < 5 species.... I H 1.4 Interspersion of Habitats (see p. 76): Decided from the diagrams below whether interspersion between Cowardin vegetation (described in HLI), or the classes and unvegetated areas (can include open water or mudflats) is high, medium, Iow, or none. Moderatc - 2 points Hioh = 3 mint< Nonc = 0point-s lnw - I poinl --t lripanan braidcd charurcls] Use map of Cowardin classes. Note: If you have 4 or more classes or 3 vegetation classes and open water, the rating is always "high". Figure _ 2 H 1.5 Special Habitat Features (see p. 77): Check the habitat features thal are present in the wetland. The number of checl<s is the number of points vou Dul inlo the next column. ft Large, downed, woody debris within the wetland (> 4 in. diameter and 6 ft. long) ffi Standing snags (diameter at the bottom > 4 inches) in the wetland Ll Undercut banks are present for at least 6.6 ft. (2m) and/or overhanging vegetation extends at least _ ^ 3,1 ft. (lm) ov€r a stream (or ditch) in, or.contiguous w.ith the unit, for at least 33 ft. (l0m) l_l Stable steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskrat for denning (> 30 degree slope) OR signs of recent beaver activity are pres€nt (cut shrubs or trees that have not yet turned grey/brown) fl at leist l14 acre-of [hin-steirmed persistent vegetation or woody branches are present in areas that are permanently or seasonally inundated (structures for egg-laying by amphibians) }{ Invasive plants cover less than 25%o of the wetland area in each stratum of plants NOTE: The 20% stated in early printings of the manual on page 78 is an error. 3 H I TOTAL Score - potential for providing habitat Add the points in the column above | 8 I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (1106)Page 5 of 9 bffi - Wetlancl name or number C Comments: Total for page: 6 H2 Does the wetland have the oooortunitv to provide habitat for many species?(only I score oer box)H2.l Buffers (see P. 80): Choose lhe descriplion that besl represents condilion of buffer ofwetland unit. The highest scoring criterion lhal applies to the wetland is to be used in the raling. See textfor definition of "undisturbed". fl tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 95% of circumference. No structures are within the undisturbed part of buffer (relatively undisturbed also means no grazing, no landscaping, no daily human use)..............points = 5 f] tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 507o circumference ...............points : 4 fl SOm ( I 70 ft) of relatively undisrurbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 95Yo circumference......................points : 4 f] tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 25o/o cirqmference........... ............points = 3 f] SOm (170 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water for > 50o circumference .points = f If buffer does not meet any of the criteria above: fl No paved areas (except paved trails) or buildings within 25m (80 ft) of wetland > 957o circumference. Light to moderate grazing or lawns are OK .points = !tr No paved areas of buildings within 50m to moderate grazhg or lawns are OK. of wetland for > 507o circumference. Light trtr Heavy grazing in buffer ..points = l, ..points : I Vegetated buffers are < 2m wide (6.6 ft) for more than 95Yo circumference (e.g. tilled fields, paving, basalt bedrock extend to edge of wetland)points = 0 points = If] nuffer does not meet any of the criteria above Arial photo showing buffers Figure _ 2 H2.2 Corridors and Connections (see p. 8l) H 2.2.1 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 150 ft. wide, has at least a 30o/o cover of shrubs, forest or native undisturbed prairie, that connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 250 acres in size? (Dams in riparian coruidors, heavily used gravel roads, paved roads, are considered breaks in the corridor). YES : 4 polnts (go to H 2.3) NO : go to H 2.2.2 H.2.2.2 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 50 ft. wide, has at least 30o/o cover ofshrubs or forest, and connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 25 acres in size? OR a Lake- fringe wetland, ifit does not have an undisturbed corridor as in the question above? YES : 2 points (go to H 2.3) No : go toH 2.2.3 H.2.2.3 Is the wetland:. Within 5 mi (Skm) of a brackish or salt water estuary OR o Within 3 miles of a large field or pasture (> 40 acres) OR YES : I point . Within I mile of a lake greater than 20 acres? NO: 0 points 4 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7/M)Page 6 of9 \r H2.3 Near or adjacent to other priority habitats listed bY WDFW (see p. 82): Which ofthe following priority habitats are within 330 ft. (100m) of the wetland? NOTE: the connectiors do not have to be relatively undbturbed. These are DFW definitiora. Checkwith your local DFW biologist tf there are any queslions. f[ Riparian: The area adjacent to aquatic systems with flowing water that contains elements of both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems which mutually influence each other. I lspen Stands: Pure or mixed stands ofaspen greater than 0.8 ha (2 acres) f] Ctifts: Greater than 7.6m (25 ft) high and occurring below 5000 ft. f] Ota-growth forests: (Old growth west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least 2 tree species, forming a multi-layered canopy with occasional small openings, with at least 20 trees/tra (8 trees/acre) > 8lcm (32 in) dbh or > 200 years ofage. f] Mature forests: Stands with average diameters exceeding 53cm (21 in) dbh; crown cover may be less than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers ofsnags, and quantity oflarge downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth; 80 - 200 years old west ofthe Cascade Crest. f] Prairies: Relatively undisturbed areas (as indicated by dominance of native plants) where greases and/or forbs form the natural climax plant community. I Talus: Homogenous areas of rock rubble ranging in average size 0. l5 - 2.0m (0.5 - 6.5 ft), composed of basalt, andesite, and/or sedimentaryrock, including riprap slides and mine tailings. May be associated with cliffs. f] Caves: A naturally occurring cavity, recess, void, or system ofinterconnected passages. f] Oregon white Oak: Woodlands stands of pure oak or oak/conifer associations where canopy coverage of the oak component of the stand is 25o/o. fl Urban Natural Open Space: A priority species resides within or is adjacent to the open space and uses it for breeding and/or regular feeding; and/or the open space functions as a corridor connecting other priority habitats, especially those that would otherwise be isolated; andL/or the open space is an isolated remnant ofnatural habitat larger than 4 ha (10 acres) and is surrounded by urban development. f[ Estuary/EstuaryJike: Deepwater tidal habitats and adjacent tidal wetlands, usually semi-enclosed by land but with open, partly obstructed or sporadic access to the open ocean, and in which ocean water is at least occasionally diluted by freshwater runofffrom the land. The salinity may be periodically increased above that ofthe open ocean by evaporation. Along some low-energy coastlines there is appreciable dilution ofsea water. Estuarine habitat extends upstream and landward to where ocean- derived salts measure less than 0.5 ppt. during the period of average annual low flow. Includes both estuaries and lagoons. f[ Marine/Estuarine Shorelines: Shorelines include the intertidal and subtidal zones of beaches, and may also include the backshore and adjacent components ofthe terrestrial landscape (e.g., cliffs, snags, mature trees, dunes, meadows) that are important to shoreline associated fish and wildlife and that contribute to shoreline function (e.g., sand/rock/log recruitment, nutrient contribution, erosion control). If wetland has 3 or more priority habitats..: 4 points If wetland has I priority habit .. : I point If wetland has 2 priority habitats...............: 3 points No habitats.. 0 poins Note: All vegetated wetlands are by definition a priority habitat but are not included in this list. (Nearby wetlands are addressed in question H 2.4). 0 H 2.4 Wetland Landscane: Choose the one description of the landscape around the wetland that best /i* (see p. 84) . There are at least 3 other wetlands within l/2 mile, and the connections between them are relatively undistr.rrbed (light grazing between wetlands OK as is lake shore with some boating, but connections should NOT be bisected by paved roads, fill, fields, or other development..........points : 5 . The wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with little disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mile............points : 5 . There are at least 3 other wetlands within ll2 mile, BUT the connections between them are disturbed.points : 3 . The wetland fringe on a lake with disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mile ......points : 3 . There is at least I wetland within l/2 mile . There are no wetlands within l/2 miIe..............points: Q a Total Score for Habitat Functions Add the points for H I and H 2; then record the result on p. I Wetland name or number C Comments: 5 H 2 TOTAL Score - opportunity for providing habitat Add the scores from H2.1, H2.2, H2.3, H2.4 ll TOTALfoT H I from page 8 8 l9 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 7 of9 J I weuano name or number u IUINIH\F II C.c,rncoRrzATIoN Bn sro Ox SpBclll CuanlcrERrsrlcs Please determine dthe wetland meets the altributes described below and circle the appropriate answers and Category. SCI Estuarine wetlands? (see p.86) Does the wetland unit meet the following criteria for Estuarine wetlands? fl fn" dominant water regime is tidal, Vegetated, and With a salinity greater than 0.5 ppt. YES : Go to SC l.l xo XI trtr Wetlend Type - Check off any criteria thot opply to the wetland. Circle the Calegory when the appropriate criteria are SC l.l Is the wetland unit within a National Wildlife Refuge, National Park, National Estuary Reserve, Natural Area Preserve, State Park or Educational, Environmental, or Scientific Reserve designated under WAC 332_30_151? yES : Category I xo : go to SC 1.2 Cat. I SC I .2 Is the wetland at least 1 acre in size and meets at least two of the following conditions? fl n. wetland tJff;rT:"ff3rrlrbed (has ," aiml?,ii,?ffi?,'ll"r, cultivarion, srazing,and has less than l0o/o cover ofnon-native plant species. Ifthe non-native Spartina spp,. are only species that cover more than l0% of the wetland, then the wetland should be given a tlual rating (I/II). The area of Spartina would be rated a Category II while the relatively undisturbed upper marsh with native species would be a Category I . Do not, however, exclude the area of Spartina in determining the size threshold of I acre. fl et least 3/4oTthe landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland fl fn" wetland fi'as at least 2 of the following features: tidal channels, depressions with open water, or contiguous fr eshwater wetlands. Cat.I Cat.II Dual Rating Uil SC2 Natural Heritase Wetlands (see p. 87) Natural Heritage wetlands have been identified by the Washington Natural Heritage Program/DNR as either high quality undisturbed wetlands or wetlands that support state Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive plant species. SC 2.1 Is the wetland being rated in a Section/Township/Range that contains a natural heritage wetland? (?"iis question is used lo screen oul most sites before you need to contacl WNHP/DNR.) S/T/R information from Appendix D [[ or accessed from WNHPiDNR web site f[ YEs fl Contact WNHP/DNR (see p. 79) and go to SC 2.2 xo EX SC 2.2 Has DNR identified the wetland as a high quality undisturbed wetland or as a site with state threatened or endangered plant species? YES : Category I ilO X not a Heritage Wetland Cat I C3 pgglsee p.87) Does the wetland (or any part of the unit) meet both the criteria for soils and vegetation in bogs? Use the key below to identifu if the wetland is a bog. If you answer yes you will still need to rate lhe wetland based on its funclionl. Does the unit have organic soil horizons (i.e. layers of organic soil), either peats or mucks, that compose l6 inches or more of the first 32 inches of soil profile? (See Appendix B for a field key to identifo organic soils)? YES: go to question 3 ilO: go to question 2 2. Does the wetland have organic soils, either peats or mucks that are less than l6 inches deep over bedrock, or an impermeable hardpan such as clay or volcanic ash, or that are floating on a lake orpond? YES : go to question 3 NO : is not a bog for purpose of rating 3. Does the unit have more than '70%o cover of mosses at ground level, AND other plants, if present, consist of the "bog" species listed in Table 3 as a significant component of the vegetation (more than30Yo ofthe total shrub and herbaceous cover consists ofspecies in Table 3)? YES : Is a bog for purpose of rating }{O : go to question 4 NOTE: If you are uncertain about the extent of mosses in the understory you may substitute that criterion by measuring the pH of the water that seeps into a hole dug at least 16" deep. If the pH is less than 5.0 and the "bog" plant species in Table 3 are present, the wetland is a bog. 4. Is the unit forested (> 30% cover) with sitka spruce, subalpine fir, western red cedar, western hemlock, lodgepole pine, quaking aspen, Englemann's spruce, or westem white pine. WITH any of the species (or combination ofspecies) on the bog species plant list in Table 3 as a significant component of the ground cover (> 30%o coverage of the total shrub/herbaceous cover)? YES : Category I NO X Is not a bog for purpose ofrating Cat. I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 8 of 9 ! Wetland name or number C Comments: SC4 Forested Wetlands (see p. 90) Does the wetland have at least I acre of forest that meet one of these criteria for the Department of Fish and Wildlife's forests as priority habitats? If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on its function. fl OId-growth forests: (west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least two three species forming a multi- layered canopy with occasional small openings; with at least 8 trees/acre (20 trees/hectare) that are at least 200 years ofage OR have a diameter at breast height (dbh) of32 inches (81 cm or more). NOTE: The criterion for dbh is based on measurements for upland forests. Two-hundred year old trees in wetlands will often have a smaller dbh because their growth rates are often slower. The DFW criterion is and "OR" so old-growth forests do not necessarily have to have trees of this diameter. fl Mature forests: (west of the Cascade Crest) Stands where the largest trees are 80 - 200 years old OR have an average diameters (dbh) exceeding 2l inches (53 cm); crown cover may be less than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers of snags, and quantity of large downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth. YES : Category I xo : X not a forested wetland with special characteristics Cat.l scs Wetlands in Coastal Lrqoons (see p. 91) Does the wetland meet all of the following criteria of a wetland in a coastal lagoon? D The wetland lies in a depression adjacent to marine waters that is wholly or partially separated from marine waters by sandbanks, gravel banks, shingle, or, less frequently, rocks. f] fne lagoon in which the wetland is located contains surface water that is saline or brackish (> 0.5 ppt) during most of the year in at least a portion of the lagoon (needs to be measured near the botlom.) YES : Go to SC 5.1 xO X not a wetland in a coastal lagoon SC 5.I Does the wetland meet all of the following three conditions? fl fn" wetland is relatively undisturbed (has no diking, ditching, filling, cultivation, grazing) and has less than 20Yo cover ofinvasive plant species (see list ofinvasive species on p. 74). fl et least 3/4 of the landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland. E n " wetland is larger than I /10 acre (4350 square ft.) YES : Category I ]aO : Category II Cat.I Cat. II SC6 Interdunal Wetlands (see p. 93) Is the wetland west of the 1889 line (also called the Western Boundary of Upland Ownership or wBUO)? YES : Go to SC 6.1 XO XX not an interdunal wetland for rating If you answer yes you will still need lo rste the welland based on its functions. In practical terms that means the following geographic areas:. Long Beach Peninsula -- lands west of SR 103. Grayland-Westport -- lands west of SR 105. Ocean Shores-Copalis - lands west ofSR ll5 and SR 109 SC6.l Isthewetlandoneacreorlarger,orisitinamosaicofwetlandsthatisoneacreorlarger? YES: Category II No : go to SC 6.2 SC6.2 Isthewetlandbetween0. I and I acre,orisitinamosaicofwetlandsthatisbetween0.l and I acre? YES: Category III Cat.II Cat.III o Category of wetland based on Special Characteristics Choose the "highest" raling if wetlandfalls into several categories, and record on p. I If you answered }{O for all types enter "Not Applicable" on p. I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 9 of9 Wetland name or number D turNf\F I WETLAND RATING FORM _ WESTERN WASHINGTON Version 2 - Updated July 2006 to increase accuracy and reproducibility among users Name of wetland (if known): Wetland D Date of site visit: 4/3/08 Rated by: G. Altington, J. Dadisman Trained by Ecology? Yes X No n Date of training: 11106 JD SEC: 15 TWNSHP: 25N RNGE: 2W Is S/T/R in Appendix D? Yes E No 5 Map of wetland unit: Figure N/A Estimated size: Approx. -0.5 to 1 acre SUMMARY OF RATING Category based on FUNCTIONS provided by wetland: I fl II E ru X IV E Category I = Category II : Category III = Category IV = Score > 70 Score 5l - 69 Score 30 - 50 Score < 30 Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTCS of Wetland I fi U n Final Category (choose the "highest" category from above") Summary of basic information about the wetland unit. \[etlrnd Unlt hrs Spochl CLrrrcterlrtlcc Estuarine tl Natural Heritage Wetland tr Bog U Mature Forest tr Old Growth Forest tr Coastal Lagoon U Interdunal tr None of the above Score for Water Quality Functions Score for Hydrologic Functions Score for Habitat Functions TOTAL Score for Functions lYcthnd IIGM Cles rtcd fer Rrdns Depressional x Riverine tr Lake-fringe U Slope tr Flats tr Freshwater Tidal U Check if unit has multiple HGM classes present l0 t2 24 46 Does not apply I Does the wetland being rated meet any of the criteria below? If you answer YES to any of the questions below you will need to the wetland to the ons the characteristics found in the wetland To complete the next part of the data sheet you will need to determine the Hydrogeomorphic Class of the wetland being rated. thehyfrqgunc$icclassific*icngrupsudlm&intolhcetdfudininsimilmuEs lhissinplifiestrequ$iasnededtoansrerhorvwdltheudlard fimaicns theHydrogwnorphicChssofau,ulmdcarbedderrnineduinghekeybdow. Sep.24fcrmcredeailedinsnnimsmclassifyingu,uhrds Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (1lM) Page I of 9 III Check Llst for Wetlands thrt Need ^Additbnrl Protection (in eddition to the protection recommended for its crtegory)YES NO SP1. Has the welland unil been documented as a habitat for any Federally listed Threatened or Endangered animal or plant species (T/E species)? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state or federal database. X SP2. Has the wetland unit been documented as habitatfor any State listed Threatened or Endangered animal species? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate state database. Note: Wetlands with State listed plant species are categorized as Category I Natural Heritage Wetlands (see p. 19 of data form). SP3. Does the wetland unil contain individuals of Priority species listed by the WDFIV for the state?X SP4. Does the wetland unit have a local significance in addition to its functions? For example, the wetland has been identified in the Shoreline Master Program, the Critical Areas Ordinance, or in a local management plan as having special significance.x ! tr r tr x tr wettandnameornumbern lulN#\F l] Classification of Vegetated Wetlands for Western Washington :If the hydrologic criteria listed in each qrrestion do not apply to the entire rmit being rated" you probably have a unit with multiple HGM classes. In this q.qse, ident!$ whicb in questions l-7 apply, and go to Question 8. -goto I T T I I T T T T I T T I I T T I I T Ievels in the entire unit usually controlled by tides (i.e. except during floods)? YES - the wetland class is Tidal Fringe e salinity of the water during periods of annual low flow below 0.5 ppt (parts per thousand)? YES - Freshwater Tidal Fringe NO - Saltwater Tidal Fringe (Estuarine) Ifyour vetlotd cot be classified as a Freshr+ster Tifol Finge use theformsfor Rivvrilre'hEtletds. If it is a klnwer Iidal Finge it is rated os m Estuairu vEtland. Wetlands that were call estuarine in the first and second editiqrs of the rating rystem are called Salt Water Tidal Fringe in the Hydrogeomophic Classificatiqr. Esh:arine wetlands were calegoized sryarately in the earlier oditims, and ttris separatior is being kept in this revisisr. To maintain ccnsistency betrveen editimq the term'Eshurind' wetland is kept Please note, however, that the characteristics that define Categsy I and II estuarine wetlands have changed (see p. _ ). 2. The entire wetland unit is flat and precipitation is only source (>90%) of water to it. Groundwater and surface water runoff are NOT unit. YES * The wetland class is Flats a "Flats" wetland, use the form for Depressional wetlands.If your wetland can 3. Does the entire wetland meet both of the following criteria? n fne vegetated part of the wetland is on the shores of a body of permanent open water (without any vegetation on the surface) where at least 20 acres (8ha) in size; fl At least 30% fied as water area is deeper than 6.6 (2 m)? YES - The wetland class is ustrine 4. Does the entire of the following criteria? n fne wetland is on a slope (slope can be very gradual). n fne water flows through the wetland in one direction (unidirectional) and usually comes from seeps. It may flow subsurface, as sheetflow, or in a swale without distinct banks. n fte water leaves the wetland without being impounded? NOTE: Surface woter does not pond in these types of wetlands excepl occasionally in very small and shallow sions or behind hummocks (depressions are usually <jft diameter and less than l foot deep). to5 YES - The wetland class is 5. Does the entire all of the following criteria? ! fne unit is in a valley or stream channel where it gets inundated by overbank flooding from that stream or river. ! fne overbank flooding occurs at least once every two years. NOTE:-Ibitwil*-tt4it can contain depressions that are filled with water when the river is not flooding.. QNO - eo to 6) YES - The wetland class is Riverine 6. Is the entire wetland unit in a topographic depression in which water ponds, or is saturated to the surface, at some time of the year. This means that any outlet, if NO-goto7 pfsex+is+ighei than the interior of( YES -Jhe wetland class is the wetland. Depressional 7. Is the entire wetland located in a very flat area with no obvious depression and no overbank flooding. The unit does not pond surface water more than a few inches. The unit seems to be maintained by high groundwater in the area. The wetland may be obvious natural outlet. YES - The wetland class is 8. Your wetland unit seems to be to classify and probably mntains several different HGM classes. For examplg see,ps at the base of a slope may grade into a riverine floodplain, u a snall steam within a depressiunl wetland has a zure of flooding alurg its sides. GO BACK AND IDENTIFY WHICH OF THE HYDROLOGIC REGIMES DESCRIBED IN QI.]ESTIONS I-7 APPLY TO DIFFERENT AREAS IN Tm UNIT (make a rough sketch to help you decide). Use the following table !o identifr the appropriate class to use for the rating slstem ifyou have several HGM classes present within your wetland. NOTE: Use this table cnly if the class that is recommended in the second column represents l0lo or more of the total area of the wetland unit being rated If the area of the class listd in colurnn 2 is less than l0% ofthe tmit, classifr the wetland using the class thal represents mue than 90% of the total area. If you are unable still to determine which of the above criteria apply to your wetland, or you have more than 2 within a wetland boundary, classify the wetland as Depressional for the rating. M -go to No-to8 HGM Classes within the'wetland unit being rated HGM Class to Use in Ratinx Slope + Riverine Riverine Slope + Depressional Depressional Slope + Lake-fringe Lake-fringe Depressional + Riverine along stream within boundary Depressional Depressional + Lake-fringe Depressional Salt Water Tidal Fringe and any other class of freshwater wetland Treat as ESTUARINE under wetlands with special characteristics Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 2 of 9 weuano name or numoer u Does the wetland have the potential to improve wtter quality? WATER QUALITY RJNCTIONS - [ndicators that wetland functions to improve water quality.pcr box) (see p.38)DI Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland:. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet) ... points = 3. Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted, permanently flowing outlet ........ points : 2. Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricted, surface outlel Qtermanently /lowing) ....... points : I. Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key), or in the Flats class, with permanent surface outflow and no obvious natural outl-et and/or outlet is a man-made ditch............ points = l (If ditcn is not permanently.flowing treat unit as "intermittently flowing') Provide photo or drawing Dl t Figure 3 D 1.2 The soil 2 inches below the surface (or dufflayer) is clay or organic (use NRCS definitiors) YES points :4 XO points = 0 0 D 1.3 Characteristics of persistent vegetation (emergent, shrub, and/or forest Cowardin class). Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation > = 95%o of area....... Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation > : 112 of area... Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation > : l/10 of area. Wetland has persistent, ungrazed vegetation < l/10 of area... r\,iil ii'c ;;;;il ;;;;;;;iff T,:# points : 5 ...... Points = I points:3 Figure 3 Characteristics of seasonal ponding or inundation: This is the area of the leasl 2 monlhs, bul dries out sometime during the year. Do not counl lhe ponded. Estimate area as the average condition 5 out of l0 years.. Area seasonallyponded is> l/2 total area of wetland. Area seasonally ponded is > l/4 total area of wetland wetland thal is pondedfor at area lhat is permanently """"" Points = 4 D 1.4 Map of Hvdroperiods . Area seasonally ponded is < li4 total area of wetland Points = g ....... Points = l D2 Does the wetland have the opoortunitv to improve water quality? YES multiplier is 2 NO multiplier is I a TOTAL - Water Quality Functions Multiply the score from Dl bv D2; then add score ro table on o. I l0 Does the wetland have the notential to reduce flooding and erosion?D3 (see p.46) to D 3.1 Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland unit. Unit is a depression with no surface water leaving it (no outlet). Unit has an intermittently flowing, OR highly constricted permanently flowing outlet ......... points : 2. Unit is a "flat" depression (Q.7 on key) or in the Flats class, with permanent surface outflow and no obvious natural outlet and/or outlet is a man-made ditch............ points : I (If dilch is not permanently Jlowing lreat unit as "intermitlently flowing"). Unit has an unconstricted, or slightly constricted, surface ofilet (permanently.flowind ....... points : 0 points = 4 4 D 3 .2 Depth of storage during wet periods. Estimate the height of ponding above the bottom of the units with no oullel measure from the surface of permanenl waler or deepest. Marks of ponding are 3 ft. or more above the surface or bottom of. The wetland is a "headwater" wetland oullel. For . points : l . points : J . points = 5 . points : 3 : points : I . points : 0 . Marks of ponding between 2 ft. to < 3 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet. Marks are at least 0.5 ft. to < 2 ft. from surface or bottom of outlet to Q.2 or Q.7 on key)but has small depressions on the surface that trap water,. Wetland is flat (yes. Marks of ponding less than 0.5 ft........... 5 D4 . The area of the basin is l0 to 100 times the area of the unit..... The area of the basin is more than I 00 times the area of the unit ........... . . in the boxes above area itself. 3 the basin conlributing surface waler lo. The area ofthe basin is less than wetland to the area of the wetland un l0 times the area of unit.......... 'upstream ...... points : J ...... points : 3 ...... points : 0. Entire unit is in the FLATS class ......... (see p. 49) Multiplier Figure 4 Total for D I Add the in lhe boxes above Multiplier 1 (see p. 44) Wetf and Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 3 of9 ! t{-l D 5.5 ooints : 5 Total for D 3 Does the wetland have the opportunitv to reduce flooding and erosion? Answer YES if the unit is in a location in the watershed where the flood storage, or reduction in water velocity, it provides helps protect downstream property and aquatic resources from flor5iting or excessive and/or erosiv6' flows. Answer NO if the water coming into the wetland is controlled by a structure such as flood gate, tide eate. flao valve. reservoir etc. OR vouistimate that more thanX)%o of the water in the wetland is fiom' Wetland name or number D a rlver or t2aTOTAL - Hydrologic Functions Multiply the score from D3 by D4; then add score to table on p. I YES is2 Comments: NO isl Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 4 of9 Wetland name or number D tulNle\r ll H1 Does the wetland have the ootential to provide habitat for many species? HABITAT FUNCTIONS - Indicators that wetland functions toprovide important habitat.per box) (only I Vesetation structure (see P. 72): Check the types of vegetation classes present (os defined by Cowardin) - Size thresholdfor each class is I 14 acre or more than I 0% of the area if unil is smaller than 2 . 5 acres.f-l Aouatic BedXI Emersent olants EI ScrubTshnib 1a.eas where shrubs have > 30% cover) I Forested (areas where trees have > 30% cover) Il1lhe unit has a forested class check if: Ll The forested class has 3 out of 5 strata (canopy, sub-canopy, shrubs, herbaceous, moss/ground- cover) that each cover 20% within the forested polygon. Add the number of vegelation types thal qualtfy. If you have: Map of Cowardin vegetation classes 4 structures or more....... points : 4 3 structures.. points = 2 H r.l ooints:0I structure2 structures.. points : I Figure 2 H 1.2 Hydroperiods (see p.73): Check the types of water regimes (lrydroperiods) present within the wetland. The water regime has to more than I 0% of the wetland or I /4 acre to counl (see text for descriptions of hydroperiods) Permanently flooded or inundated 4 or more types present points : 3 Seasonally flooded or inundated 3 or more types present......points : 2 Occasionally flooded or inundated 2 types present...................points = I Saturated only I type present....................points: 0 Permanently flowing stream or river in, or adjacent to, the wetland Seasonally flowing stream in, or adjacent to, the wetland Lake-fringe wetland....... =2 points Freshwater tidal wetland = 2 points Map of hydroperiods Figure I Richness ofPlant Species (see p. 75): Count the number of plant speiies in the wetland that cover at least l0 ft2 (different patches of the same species can be combined to meet lhe size threshold) You do nol have to name the species. Do nol include Eurasion Milfoil, reed canarygrass, purple loosestrife, Canadian Thistle. Ifyou counted: > 19 species . points: l 5 - l9 species.................... points: I List species below if you want to: < 5 species ... points : 0 H r.3 I H 1.4 Interspersion of Habitats (see p. 76): Decided from the diagrams below whether interspersion between Cowardin vegetation (described in H I . I ), or the classes and unvegetated areas (can include open water or mudflats) is high, medium, low, or none. Moderate - ! point-s Hioh = 3 mintq None=Opoints Low' Ipoint --t lriparian hraidcd channclsl Use mrp of Cowardin classer. Note: If you have 4 or more classes or 3 vegetation classes and open water, the rating is always "high". Figure _ 3 H 1.5 Special Habitat Features (see p. 77): Check the habitat features that are presenl in the welland. The number of checl<s is the number of points vou Dul into the next column. ft Lurg", downed, woody debris within the wetland (> 4 in. diameter and 6 ft. long) }J Standing snags (diameter at the bottom > 4 inches) in the wetland - l-.,1 Undercut banks are present for at least 6.6 ft. (2m) and/or overhanging vegetation extends at least 3.3 fl. (lm) over a stream (or ditch) in, or contiguous with the unit, for a1 least 33 ft. (l0m) l-l Stable steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskrat for denning (> 30 degree slope) OR sigas ofrecent beaver activity are present (cut shrubs or treis that have not yet turned grey/brown) X et kist l/4 acre"of [hin-sterirmed persistent vegetation or woody branches are present in areas that are perrnanently or seasonally inundated (structures for egg-laying by amphibians)}( Invasive plants cover less than 25%6 of the wetland area in each stratum of plants NOTE: The 20% stated in early printings of lhe manual on page 78 is an error. 4 H I TOTAL Score - potential for providing habitat 1t -r- Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106) Add the points in the column above Page 5 of9 J ! {D wetlano name or number l, Comments Total for page: 8 UJ V- H2 Does the wetland have the onportunitv to provide habitat for many species?(only t score oer box) H 2.1 Buffers (see P. 80): Choose the description that best represents condition of buffer ofwetland unit. The highest scoring criterion that applies to lhe wetland is to be used in the rating. See text for definition of "undisturbed". I tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 95% of circumference. No structures are within the undisturbed part of buffer (relatively undisturbed also means no grazing, no landscaping, no daily human use)..............points = 5 I tOOm (330 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 50olo circumference points = 4 f] SOm ( I 70 ft) of relatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water ...points : 4 f] tOOm (330 ft) of relatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water > 257o circumference .points = 3 water forI SOm (170 ft) ofrelatively undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open > 50o/o circumference......................points:3 If buffer does not meet any of the criteria above: I No paved areas (except paved trails) or buildings within 25m (80 ft) of wetland > 95% circumference. Light to moderate grazing or lawns are OK .points = !IN o paved areas of buildings within 50m to moderate grazing or lawns are OK. of wetland for> 50%o circumference. Light .points : !trtr Heavy grazing in buffer ....points : I Vegetated buffers are < 2m wide (6.6 ft) for more than 95oh circumference (e.g. tilled fields, paving, basalt bedrock extend to edge of wetland) ..........points = 0trBuffer does not meet any of the criteria above ..points = I Arial photo showing buffers Figure 4 H2.2 Corridors and Connections (see p. 8l) H 2.2.1 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 150 ft. wide, has at least a 30%o cover of shrubs, forest or native undisturbed prairie, that connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 250 acres in size? (Dams in riparian corridors, heavily used gravel roads, paved roads, are considered breaks in the corridor). yES = 4 points (go to H 2.3) lto : go to H 2.2.2 H.2.2.2 Is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (either riparian or upland) that is at least 50 ft. wide, has at least 30olo cover of shrubs or forest, and connects to estuaries, other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 25 acres in size? OR a Lake- fringe wetland, ifit does not have an undisturbed corridor as in the question above? YES : 2 points (go to H 2.3) ilO : go to H 2.2.3 H.2.2.3 Is the wetland:. Within 5 mi (8km) of a brackish or salt water estuary OR. Within 3 miles of a large field or pasture (> 40 acres) OR yEs : I point. Within I mile of a lake greater than 20 acres? NO : 0 points 4 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7lM)Page 6 of 9 H 2.3 Near or adjacent to other priority habitats listed by WDFW (see p. 82): Which of the following priority habitats are within 330 ft. (100m) of the wetland? NOTE: the connections do not have to be relatively undbturbed. These are DFW definitions. Check with your local DFW biologist tf there are any questions. f| Riparian: The area adjacent to aquatic systems with flowing water that contains elements of both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems which mutually influence each other. f[ ,lspen Stands: Pure or mixed stands of aspen greater than 0.8 ha (2 acres) E Ctiffs: Greater than 7.6m (25 ft) high and occurring below 5000 ft. fl Old-growth forests: (Old growth west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least 2 tree species, forming a multi-layered canopywith occasional small openings, with at least 20 trees/ha (8 trees/acre) > 8lcm (32 in) dbh or > 200 years ofage. f] Mature forests: Stands with average diameters exceeding 53cm (21 in) dbh; crown cover may be less than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers ofsnags, and quantity oflarge downed material is generally Iess than that found in old-growth; 80 - 200 years old west ofthe Cascade Crest. f] Prairies: Relatively undisturbed areas (as indicated by dominance of native plants) where greases and/or forbs form the natural climax plant community. f] Talus: Homogenousareasofrockrubbleranginginaveragesize0. l5-2.0m(0.5-6.5ft),composed of basalt, andesite, and/or sedimentary rock, including riprap slides and mine tailings. May be associated with cliffs. f| Caves: A naturally occurring cavity, recess, void, or system ofinterconnected passages. f] Oregon white Oak: Woodlands stands of pure oak or oak/conifer associations where canopy coverage of the oak component of the stand is 25%. I Urban Natural Open Space: A priority species resides within or is adjacent to the open space and uses it for breeding and/or regular feeding; and/or the open space functions as a corridor connecting other priority habitats, especially those that would otherwise be isolated; and/or the open space is an isolated remnant ofnatural habitat larger than 4 ha (10 acres) and is surrounded by urban development. I Estuary/Estuary-like: Deepwater tidal habitats and adjacent tidal wetlands, usually semi-enclosed by land but with open, partly obstructed or sporadic access to the open ocean, and in which ocean water is at least occasionally diluted by freshwater runofffrom the land. The salinity may be periodically increased above that ofthe open ocean by evaporation. Along some low-energy coastlines there is appreciable dilution ofsea water. Estuarine habitat extends upstream and landward to where ocean- derivedsaltsmeasurelessthan0.5ppt.duringtheperiodofaverageannuallowflow. Includesboth estuaries and lagoons. I Marine/Estuarine Shorelines: Shorelines include the intertidal and subtidal zones of beaches, and may also include the backshore and adjacent components ofthe terrestrial landscape (e.g., cliffs, snags, mature trees, dunes, meadows) that are important to shoreline associated fish and wildlife and that contribute to shoreline function (e.g., sand./rocVlog recruitment, nutrient contribution, erosion control). If wetland has 3 or more priority habitats..: 4 points If wetland has I priority habit .. : I point If wetland has 2 priority habitats...............: 3 points No habitats.. 0 poins Note: All vegetated wetlands are by definition a priority habitat but are not included in this list. (Nearby wetlands are addressed in question H2.4). 0 H 2.4 Wetland Landscape: Choose the one description of the landscape around the,wetland that bestfits (see p. 84). There are at least 3 other wetlands within l/2 mile, and the connections between them are relatively undisturbed (light grazing between wetlands OK as is lake shore with some boating, but connections should NOT be bisected by paved roads, fill, fields, or other development..........points = 5 . The wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with little disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 miIe.......points : 5 . There are at least 3 other wetlands within 112 mile, BUT the connections between them are disturbed..................points : 3 . The wetland fringe on a lake with disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands within l/2 mile...points : 3 . There is at least I wetland within ll2mile .......points :2 . There are no wetlands within l/2 mile........ ............,.points : 0 a Total Score for Habitat Functions Add the points for H 1 and H 2; then record the result on p. 1 weuano name or number L, H 2 TOTAL Score - opportunity for providing habitat Add the scoresfrom H2.1, H2.2, H2.3, H2.4 13 TOTALfioT H I from page 8 11 Comments 5 Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)PageT of9 J I ! ! tl \r,- 24 weuano name or numDer L)IUIN#\F ll ClrrcomzATroN Basno Ox SprcIaL Cn.c,RAcrERJsrICS Please determine if the wetland meets the attributes described below and circle the appropriale answers and Category. SCT Estuarine wetlands? (see p.86) Does the wetland unit meet the following criteria for Estuarine wetlands? The dominant water regime is tidal, Vegetated, and With a salinity greater than 0.5 ppt. YES : Go to SC l.l trtrtr NO EX - Check off any criteria that apply to the wetland. Circle the Colegory when the approprioteWetland Type criteria are met. SC L I Is the wetland unit within a National Wildlife Refuge, National Park, National Estuary Reserve, Natural Area Preserve, State Park or Educational, Environmental, or Scientific Reserve designated under WAC 332-30_l5t? yES : Category I t{O : go to SC 1.2 Cat. I SC 1.2 Is the wetland at least 1 acre in size and meets at least two of the following conditions? fl rn" werrand,Jff;f;l"ff3,rlrbed (has "" aftix?,;,??,ti"s;?,1lr, curtivation, grazing,and has less than 107o cover ofnon-native plant species. Ifthe non-native Spartina spp,. are only species that cover more than l0% of the w6tland,-then the wetland should be given a tttal rating (lAI). The area of Spartina would be rated a Category II while the relatively undisturbed upper marsh with native species would be a Category l. Do not, however, exclude the area of Spahina in determinins the size threshold of I acre.I et least 3/4 oT the landward edge of the wetland has a I 00 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland E fn" wetland fi'as at least 2 of the following features: tidal channels, depressions with open water, or contiguous fr eshwater wetlands. Cat.I Cat.Il Dual Rating Utl SC2 Natural Heritase Wetlands (see p. 87) Natural Heritage wetlands have been identified by the Washington Natural Heritage ProgramiDNR as either high quality undisturbed wetlands or wetlands that support state Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive plant species. SC 2.1 Is the wetland being rated in a Section/Township/Range that contains a natural heritage wetland? (This question is used lo screen out mosl sites before you need to contact WNHP/DNR.) S/T/R information from Appendix D El or accessed from WNHP/DNR web site f] YEs fl Contact WNHP/DNR (see p. 79) and go to SC 2.2 No El SC 2.2 Has DNR identified the wetland as a high quality undisturbed wetland or as a site with state threatened or endangered plant species? YES : Category I NO I not a Heritage Wetland Cat I ISC3 fop(see p. 87) Does the wetland (or any part of the unit) meet both the criteria for soils and vegetation in bogs? Use the key below to identiff if the wetland is a bog. If you answer yes you will still need to rate the wetland based on its lunclionl. Does the unit have organic soil horizons (i.e. layers oforganic soil), either peats or mucks, that compose l6 inches or more of the first 32 inches of soil profile? (See Appendix B for a field key to identifu organic soils)? YES : go to question 3 NO : go to question 2 2. Does the wetland have organic soils, either peats or mucks that are less than l6 inches deep over bedrock, or an impermeable hardpan such as clay or volcanic ash, or that are floating on a lake orpond? YES : go to question 3 No : is not a bog for purpose ofrating3. Does the unit have more than 70Yo cover of mosses at ground level, AND other plants, if present, consist of the "bog" species listed in Table 3 as a significant component of the vegetation (more lhan30%o of the total shrub and herbaceous cover consists of species in Table 3)? YES : Is a bog for purpose of rating ilO : go to question 4 NOTE: If you are uncertain about the extent of mosses in the understory you may substitute that criterion by measuring the pH of the water that seeps into a hole dug at least 16" deep. If the pH is less than 5.0 and the "bog" plant species in Table 3 are present, the wetland is a bog. 4. Is the unit forested (> 30% cover) with sitka spruce, subalpine fir, western red cedar, western hemlock, lodgepole pine, quaking aspen, Englemann's spruce, or western white pine. WITH any of the species (or combination ofspecies) on the bog species plant list in Table 3 as a significant component of the ground cover (> 30% coverage of the total shrub/herbaceous cover)? YES: Category I NO X Is not a bog for purpose ofrating Cat.I Wetland Rating Form - western Washinglon, version 2 (7lM)Page 8 of 9 ! ! Wetland name or number l) Comments: sc4 Forested Wethnds (see p. 90) Does the wetland have at least I acre of forest that meet one of these criteria for the Department o f Fish and Wildlife's forests as priority habitats? If you answer yes you will still need to rate lhe wetland based on its function. f] OIa-growth forests: (west of Cascade Crest) Stands of at least two three species forming a multi- layered canopy with occasional small openings; with at least 8 trees/acre (20 trees/hectare) that are at least 200 years ofage OR have a diameter at breast height (dbh) of32 inches (81 cm or more). NOTE: The criterion for dbh is based on measurements for upland forests. Two-hundred year old trees in wetlands will often have a smaller dbh because their growth rates are often slower. The DFW criterion is and "OR" so old-growth forests do not necessarily have to have trees of this diameter. I Mature forests: (west of the Cascade Crest) Stands where the largest trees are 80 - 200 years old OR have an average diameters (dbh) exceeding 2l inches (53 cm); crown cover may be less than 1000/o; decay, decadence, numbers of snags, and quantity of large downed material is generally less than that found in old-growth. YES : Category I l.O : El not a forested wetland with special characteristics Cat.I Wetlands in Coastal Lasoons (see p.9l) Does the wetland meet all of the following criteria of a wetland in a coastal lagoon? tr The wetland lies in a depression adjacent to marine waters that is wholly or partially separated from marine waters by sandbanks, gravel banks, shingle, or, less frequently, rocks. I fn" lagoon in which the wetland is located contains surface water that is saline or brackish (> 0.5 ppt) during most of the year in at least a portion of the lagoon (needs to be measured near the bottom.) YES: Go to SC 5.1 NO E not a wetland in a coastal lagoon SC 5.1 Does the wetland meet all of the following three conditions? I fn. wetland is relatively undisturbed (has no diking, ditching, filling, cultivation, grazing) and has less than 20o/o cove.r of invasive plant species (see list of invasive species on p. 74). I et least 3/4 of the landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft. buffer of shrub, forest, or un-grazed or un-mowed grassland. fl fn. wetland is larger than l/10 acre (4350 square ft.) YES: Category I NO : Category II Cat. I Cat. II SC6 Interdunal Wetlands (see p. 93) Is the wetland west of the 1889 line (also called the Western Boundary of Upland Ownership or wBUOX YES : Go to SC 6.1 NO El not an interdunal wetland for rating If you answet yes you will still need to rate the weiland based on its functions. In practical terms that means the following geographic areas:. Long Beach Peninsula -- lands west ofSR 103. Grayland-Westport -- lands west of SR 105. Ocean Shores-Copalis - lands west ofSR I l5 and SR 109 SC 6. I Is the wetland one acre or larger, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is one acre or larger? YES: Category II t{O : go to SC 6.2 SC 6.2 Is the wetland between 0.1 and I acre, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is between 0. I and I acre? YES = Category III Cat.II Cat. III a Category of wetland based on Special Characterlstics Choose the "highest" rating if wetlandfalls into several categories, and record on p. I If you answered }{O for all types enter "Not Applicable" on p. I Wetland Rating Form - western Washington, version 2 (7106)Page 9 of9 SC5 DRAFT AppeNox D Ptaut Descruprrorvs DRAF-t APPENDIX D PLANT DESCRIPTIONS Tnees Big leaf Maple (Acer mauophylla): This tall tree has a massive, squat main trunk and soaring, huge vertical limbs. In the open, it forms a round, spreading crown, while in a dense stand it becomes a tall straight tree. It has long clusters of yellow flowers in the spring, and very large, lobbed leaves which turn yellow in the fall. Various birds eat its trvo-winged "helicopter" fruits, and the leaves provide foliage for deer and elk. Young trees grow rapidly in the spring (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). It grows in dry to moist sites, often with Douglas fir and often on sites disturbed by fire, clearing or logging at low to middle elevations (Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii): This tree grows well in various soil types, especially in sunny areas. It has flat needles that are sharp-pointed but not prickly, and many medium-sized cones that drop to the ground each fall. The ridged Douglas fir bark on older trees is fire-resistant because of its thickness. An uncrowded tree has pyramidal crown with dense foliage. Deer and rodents browse on the seedlings, and small birds and mammals eat the seeds. It needs well-drained soil and full sun but is located everywhere from extremely dry, low elevation sites to moist mountain sites (Thurston County Conservation District 2005 and Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). Red Alder (Alnus rubra): This tree is fast growing and can reach up to 60 to 100 feet tall. It is a deciduous tree, usually single stemmed and forms pure stands or intermixes with Western Red Cedar and Western Hemlock. Red alder is intolerant of shade and will grow in nitrogen-deficient soils due to its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen. This tree provides food for grouse, pine siskin, black-capped chickadee, kinglet and beaver and is a common nest tree for great blue heron (Department of Ecology 1993). It tends to grow in moist woods, streambanks, floodplains, slide tracks, and recently cleared land and is often found in pure stands and at low elevations (Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). ') *, I ty d. Is {p, c.\' Iilq i \.irr: .J*,e P#-i -1 .(a .4 F.. ', .'!'LT FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22,2008 Page D-l GcoEteneeesiQ .1_a r& : t, I rL\ t.. Ir"1it *;i1;{rt Se. E p a tr Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis): Though more cornmon on the coast, this swampland conifer is well adapted to wet stream side conditions. Sitka Spruce grows quickly and is an easy victim of bud-eating insects. It has bristly, sharp, bluish-green needles on dropping branches and medium-sized reddish cones with irregular scales. Deer, rabbits, and grouse eat its trvigs and leaves, and small mammals and birds eat its seeds. It provides good nesting habit and winter shelter for birds (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata): This is a sweet-smelling, coniferous evergreen tree that likes moist soil but can also survive in drier habitats. It grows slowly, but can grow to heights of between 60 and 200 feet. As it grows, its crown becomes open and its lower branches droop. Clusters of small brown cones grow at the ends of the branches (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). Instead of needle leaves, it has tiny scales sefi snugly on the branches and it is resistant to rot and fungus (Pojar and MacKinnion et al. 1994). lt provides protective and nesting cover for wildlife and also provides twigs and foliage for browsers. Its bluish-blaclg berry-like fruit is important to many large and small birds and mammals (Martin et al. l96l). Sxnues Evergreen Huckleberry (Vaccinium ovatum): This plant has glossy, dark green leaves on many erect, hairy branches which start at the base of the plant. It produces purplish-black fruits. New shoots are bronzy red, and mature foliage is often reddish purple (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). It is found in the understory of coniferous forests (especially edges and openings) at low elevations. It also prefers shade and grows in moist to dry sites @ojar and MacKinnon 1994). Indian Plum (Oemleria cerasiformis): This shrub blooms early in the spring with green and white flower clusters. Its light-green leaves begin to yellow in July. It has an open, arched branching pattern when in the open and sprawling branches when in the shade. Indian plum can spread using underground suckers. Its orange, plum-like berries provide food for various birds and mammals and are somewhat edible to humans. Each plant is either male or female (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). It grows in partial shade to shade and prefers moist to dry soils. (Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). ll _ ,r ll tr l''E='m 5G ilTIilt File No. 12677-001-06 August 22,2008 Page D-2 GeoExeueeaslQ \ dr!6 -, a *.i. t b t" a'' -!t\1.', ttI 1 I \-1, ir DRAFT Oceanspray (Holodiscus discolor): This shrub is a medium-sized shrub characterized by numerous showy clusters of white flowers which bloom during the summer. Its withered, soft, brown flowers persist into the fall when at this time, the leaves are tinted red. The seeds, in tiny dry pods, persist through the winter. Oceanspray has gracefully drooping branches which are browsed by deer and elk (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). It grows in dry to moist sites and tolerates full sun to shade (Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). Oregon-grape (Berberis aquifolium): This is a common shrub in this area, and is typically found in the understory ofconiferous forests. It has several un-branched canes and evergreen, glossy, compound leaves. Large clusters of small yellow flowers produce blue-black fruit that is eaten by many birds and mammals, including people. Oregon-grape provides good control of soil erosion and good cover for wildlife (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). It grows in full sun to partial shade and also found on moist to dry sites (Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). Salal (Gaultheria shallon): This plant is a robust, evergreen shrub which often forms dense thickets. It has lustrous, dark green leaves, showy pink flower clusters, and purplish-black berries that are eaten by birds, rodents and people. Salal can be damaged by the strawberry root weevil (Thurston County Conservation District 2005). It occurs in the understory of coniferous forests and rocky bluffs and is found in low to medium elevations. It likes partial shade to deep shade and is found in moist to dry sites (Pojar and MacKinnon 1994). Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis): This shrub can grow 3 to l0 feet high and has shredding, light or golden-brown bark. It has woody sparsely thorned stems; and zigzag twigs. Flowers are large (about l% inches across), borne singly, and are pink to dark or purplish-red. Large raspberry-like fruits appear in late spring, ripening over a fairly long period to become yellow to red or deep purple (United States Army Corps of Engineers 2005). Salmonberry grows in moist to wet places, often abundant along stream edges, avalanche tracks and in wet logged areas. It prefers full sun to full shade. (Pojar and MacKinnon te94). File No. 12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 Page D-3 GeoExetxeeaslQ r \t a!. I ffii; t t trrb I t ;t ,{\ i\r. hI .., r( . -It t ir G 'jt I \ tIt !/1 'l, T $r IIf, DRAFT HeRenceous Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum): This evergreen shrub will typically reach2-ll? to 2 feet in height and 4 feet in diameter. The leaves are narrow lance-shaped pinnately dark green with fringed edges. Large orange spores appear on the underside ofeach leaf. The roots are rhizomes (Thurston County Conservation District 2007). Typically found in moist forests at low to middle elevations, it is abundant and widespread throughout the Pacific Northwest (Pojar and Mackinnon 1994). FileNo.12677-001-06 August 22, 2008 t.I Page D-4 GeoExeneeaslQ -'r+' { ..s ,,t-\ -1 ,'