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Wetland Delineation and
Critical Areas Report
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Bluejay Lane Lots
Port Ludlow, Washington
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Rod Baur
PO Box 312
Keyport, WA 98345
360) 990-5900
Prepared by:
Ecological Land Services, Inc.
1157 3`° Avenue, Suite 220A
Longview, Washington 98632
360) 578-1371
Project Number 2442.01
November 28, 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................1
METHODOLOGY...............................................................................................................................1
SITEDESCRIPTION .....!.........:.........................................................................................................I
VEGETATION...................................................................................................................................2
SOILS................................................................................................................................................3
HYDROLOGY....................................................................................................................................3
NATIONALWETLAND INVENTORY.................................................................................................4
JEFFERSON COUNTY CRITICAL AREAS...........................................................................................4
CONCLUSIONS..................................................................................................................................4
WETLANDCATEGORIZATION..................................................................................................... 4
STREAMTYPING.......................................................................................................................... 4
CRITICAL AREA REGULATIONS.................................................................................................. 4
REFERENCES....................................................................................................................................6
TABLE
Table 1: Summary of Critical Areas and Buffers
FIGURES & PHOTOPLATES
Figure Vicinity Map
Figure 2 Site Map
Figure 3 Site Plan
Figure 4 Soil Survey Map
Figure 5 National Wetlands Inventory Map
Figure 6 Jefferson County Critical Areas Map
Figure 7 Wetland Rating Form-150'Offset
Figure 8 Wetland Rating Form -1 KM Offset
Figure 9 Wetland Rating Form -303(d) and TMDL
Photoplates Site Photos
APPENDIX A
Wetland Determination Data Fonns
APPENDIX B
Western Washington Wetland Rating Fore
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SIGNATURE PAGE
The information and data in this report were compiled and prepared under the supervision and
direction of the undersigned.
Joanne Bartlett, PWS
Professional Biologist
Lh
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Biologist
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INTRODUCTION
Ecological Land Services, Inc. (ELS) was contracted by Rod Bazar to complete a wetland
delineation and critical areas report for two adjacent lots on Bluejay Lane, parcel numbers
934500013 and 934500014, in Port Ludlow, Washington. The lots are within a portion of Section
9, Township 27 North, Range 1 East of the Willamette Meridian, in Port Ludlow, Jefferson
County, Washington (Figure 1). This report summarizes the findings of the wetland delineation
according to the Jefferson County Unified Development Code, Chapter 18.11, Critical Areas
JCUDC) for delineation methodology, wetland categorization, and required buffer widths.
METHODOLOGY
The wetland categorization followed the Routine Determination Method according to the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, Wetland Delineation Manual (Environmental Laboratory 1987) and the
Regional Supplement to the Corps ofEngineers Wetland Delineation Manual. Western Mountains,
Valleys and Coast Region, Version 1.0 (U.S. Amy Engineer Research and Development Center,
2010).
The Routine Determination Method examines three parameters—vegetation, soils, and
hydrology—to determine if wetlands exist in a given area. Hydrology is critical in determining
what is wetland, but is often difficult to assess because hydrologic conditions can change
periodically (hourly, daily, or seasonally). Consequently, it is necessary to determine if
hydrophytic vegetation and hydric soils are present, which would indicate that water is present for
long enough duration to support a wetland plant community. By definition, wetlands we those
areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and duration
sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation
typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands are regulated as "Waters of the
United States" by the U.S. Arany Corps of Engineers (USACE), as "Waters of the State" by the
Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology), and locally by Jefferson County.
To determine the presence or absence of wetlands on these lots, ELS biologists collected data on
vegetation, hydrology, and soils. During the site visit on September 8, 2016, one wetland was
identified along a stream channel just offsite to the west. Most of the wetland unit is offsite, but
crosses onto the southwest corer of the south lot. Vegetation, hydrology, and soil data was
collected at six test plots to verify the wetland boundary and characterize the site conditions
Appendix A). The test plot flags were located using a Trimble bandbeld Global Positioning
System (GPS) in order to show the limits of the wetland and when data was collected on the site
map (Figure 2).
SITE DESCRIPTION
The lots we located upslope of the shoreline of Squamish Harbor and south of Port Ludlow in
Jefferson County, Washington. Each of the lots is 0.24 -acre in size and are located on the north
side of Bluejay Lane. They are relatively square with their west boundaries following the curve of
the road. As part of the project, the lots will be combined to create one, 0.48 -acre lot. The lots to
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the south and west are composed of undeveloped forest, but all other surrounding lots are
residentially developed. These lots are currently undeveloped; but a portion of the north lot
appears to be used for disposal of yard waste and storage of excess building materials (Photoplate
1). The topography generally slopes from a high ridge west of the lots steeply down towards a
trough that lies just west of the lots, and slopes steeply up again to a terrace along the east property
line (Figure 2) (Photoplates 2 and 6). The land also slopes gently from north to south. Surface
water sheet flows from the steep west slope and collects in a narrow, man-made holding pond that
lies on the adjacent property. A 4-inch culvert then conveys the water under an old road easement
on the west side of the wetland (Photoplate 6). Water falls from the suspended culvert, flows
across a gentle slope through upland forest before draining into the north end of the wetland where
it forms the main stream channel (Photoplate 4). Surface water onsite drains toward the wetland at
the bottom of the trough. The lots are predominantly vegetated by deciduous trees with some
isolated conifer trees, a relatively bare shrub layer, and dense herbaceous growth covering the
ground (Photoplates 2, 3, and 6).
One wetland was identified along a portion of the perennial stream that flows southerly through the
steep trough offsite to the west. The wetland begins where the culvert conveys surface water into
the stream and continues south through the forested slope along the channel before ending at
another culvert beneath Bluejay Lane (Figure 2). Most of the wetland unit lays offsite, but crosses
the very southwest corner of the south lot. The pond above the wetland may be the source of
hydrology to the stream (Photoplates 4, 5, and 7) but the stream is not providing hydrology to the
wetland. Wetland A is a forested, sloping system that occurs on both sides of the stream
Photoplates 2 through 5).
VEGETATION
Wetland A is a forested system with a relatively sparse shrub layer and well-developed herbaceous
understory. The forest is dominated by deciduous trees with few immature conifer trees occurring
in isolated places (Photoplate 1). A sloping area east of the wetland was investigated for wetland
parameters due to the presence of slough sedge. The isolated area contained soil with upland
chromas and lacked wetland hydrology upon investigation (Photoplate 2).
The wetland vegetation was dominated by red alder (Alnus rubra, FAC) in the tree layer, with
overhanging cover of bigleaf maple (Acer macrophyllum, FACU) trees that were rooted in the
upland. The shrub layer was dominated by salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis, FAC). The
herbaceous layer was dominated by youth-on-age (Tolmiea memiesh, FAC), lady fm (Athyrium
filiicfemina, FAC), and field horsetail (Equisetum anense).
The upland plots were dominated by bigleaf maple and red alder with lower cover of western red
cedar (Thuja phcata, FAC) in the forest canopy. Salmonberry, Himalayan blackberry (Rubus
armeniacus, FAC), and bitter cherry (Prunus emarginata, FACU) saplings dominated the shrub
layer with lower occurrences of grand fir (Abies grandis, FACU) saplings, western red cedar
saplings, and bigleaf maple saplings. The berbaceous layer was dominated by trailing blackberry
Rubus ursinus, FACU) and youth-on-age, with lower percentages of sword fern (Polystichum
munitum, FACU), wood fern (Dryopteris erpansa, FACW), lady fern (Athyrium filixfemina,
FAC), Dewey sedge (Carex de eyana, FAC), and field horse tail. There was an isolated area of
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slough sedge (Carex obnupta, OBL) on the slope east of the wetland (Boundary Flags A-15 and A-
16) that was determined to be upland for lacking hydric soil and wetland hydrology indicators.
The dominant vegetation found onsite is recorded on the attached wetland determination data
forms (Appendix A). The indicator status, following the common and scientific names, indicates
how likely a species is to be found in wetlands. Listed from most likely to least likely to be found
in wetlands, the indicator status categories are:
OBL (obligate wetland) – Almost always occur in wetlands.
FACW (facultative wetland) – Usually occur in wetlands, but may occur in non -wetlands.
FAC (facultative) – Occur in wetlands and non -wetlands.
FACU (facultative upland) – Usually occur in non -wetlands, but may occur in wetlands.
UPL (obligate upland) – Almost never occur in wetlands.
NI (no indicator) – Status not yet determined.
As referenced on the U.S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service (MRCS 2015) website, the
soil mapped on the lots is Kitsap silt loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes (Figure 3). Kitsap soils are not
classified as hydric (NRCS 2015). Areas mapped as hydric soils do not necessarily mean that an
area is or is not a wetland—hydrology, hydrophytic vegetation, and hydric soils must all be present
to classify an area as a wetland.
The soil profile evaluated in the wetland consisted of fine sandy loam with brown to gray (10YR
3/1 to Gleyl 4/5GY) soil matrix colors. Brown orange to bright orange (10YR 3/6 to 10YR 5/8)
redoximorphic features were present in the matrix at 5 to 10% concentration. The soil profile
meets hydric indicator Al 1, Depleted Below Dark Surface.
The evaluated upland soils were composed of sandy silt loam to gravelly sandy loam with brown to
yellow (IOYR 3/1 to 2.5Y 4/3) matrix colors. None of the upland test plots met hydric indicators
because they lacked a depleted layer and redoximorphic features. The colors and textures observed
in the upland test plots are relatively consistent with the description of Kitsap silt loam mapped on
the soil survey.
HYDROLOGY
The wetland was saturated during the September 2016 site visit and water was flowing in the
stream that meanders through the wetland. The wetland was confined to the banks of the channel
in several places, but most of the wetland unit occurred outside the channel. Water drains from
upland portions of the site and flows towards the channel. The primary sources of hydrology to the
wetland include groundwater discharge seeping from the adjacent slope, surface water runoff from
upland areas of the site, including the pond, and direct precipitation. The stream does not provide
primary hydrology to the wetland because is it was saturated even when the stream was low.
Additionally the wetland is situated on relatively steep slopes that prevent stream water from
flooding the wetland. However, the wetland appears to provide a source of year round hydrology
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to the stream. Upland test holes dug new the wetland boundary (Test Plots 4, 5, and 6) did not
contain water or evidence of wetland hydrology.
NATIONAL WETLAND INVENTORY
The National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map does not indicate the presence of any wetlands on or
adjacent to the lots (Figure 4). ELS biologists disagree with the mapping because wetland was
identified and delineated west of the lots. The NWI maps should be used with discretion because
they are used to gather general wetland information about a regional area and therefore we limited
in accuracy for smaller areas because of their large scale.
JEFFERSON COUNTY CRITICAL AREAS
The Jefferson County Critical Areas map (JC 2015) does not indicates the presence of any critical
areas onsite (Figure 5). ELS biologists disagree with the mapping because both a stream and
wetland were identified adjacent to the property.
CONCLUSIONS
WETLAND CATEGORIZATION
The wetland is situated on sloping terrain along a portion of the perennial stream that flows
through the forest west of the lots. It was rated according to Washington State Wetlands Rating
System for Western Washington -2014 Update (Rating System) (Hmby 2014). The wetland scored
14 points on the rating form and is considered a Slope, Category IV, forested wetland based on
functions (Appendix B).
STREAM TYPING
The stream channel was not previously identified and was absent from critical areas tools.
However, ELS biologists observed and recorded the presence of a Type N water flowing through
the forest before exiting a culvert beneath Bluejay Lane south of the lots. During the September
2016 site visit, the stream was observed during the low flow at the end of the summer. There were
no fish observed in the stream and there was no evidence of fish usage. The stream grade is greater
than 16% and the channel is less than 2 feet wide on average so it does not meet the criteria for a
Type F water. Therefore the stream meets the WDFW definition of a Type Np water, where the
p" indicates that the channel is permanently flowing.
CRITICAL AREA REGULATIONS
The JCUDC Chapter 18.12.330 Wetland Protection Standards specifies wetland buffers based on
proposed land use intensity, wetland category, and scores for habitat on the rating form. A 15 -foot
building and impervious surface setback is also specified from the edge of wetland buffers. The
project involves building a single-family home near the northeast comer of the combined lots,
which meets the criteria in JCUDC for high intensity land use (>1 dwelling unit/acre). The critical
area buffers are summarized in Table 1.
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Table l: Summary of Critical Areas and Buffers
Critical Ares I Category/Type Land Use Base Buffer Total Buffer*
Cat. IV
Wetland A Slope High 50 feet 50 feet
Forested
Stream Type Np 75 feet 75 feet
Bums per CUOC 18.22.290 (Table t)
The JCUDC specifies that when two critical areas overlap the buffer width that provides the
greatest protection for both critical areas is the regulated buffer. The stream lies within the wetland
but because the stream buffer is wider, it extends beyond the limits of the wetland buffer.
Therefore, the stream buffer represents the regulated buffer for both onsite critical areas. The
JCUDC allows buffer reductions for projects that cannot be constructed outside the required
wetland and/or stream buffer widths. Buffer reduction options include averaging wherein one area
of buffer is reduced and another is increased so that the average buffer width matches the regulated
buffer width. A second option is a 25 percent reduction, which requires improvement of the buffer
through enhancement of vegetation to provide a buffer that functions as good as or better than the
buffer at the required width. Because the two lots are being combined to form one building site,
the proposed development, which includes a single family home and drainfield, is outside the
required critical area buffers. No buffer reduction or averaging is proposed at this time.
LIMITATIONS
The conclusions listed above are based on standard scientific methodology and best professional
judgment. In our opinion, local, state, and federal regulatory agencies should agree with our
conclusions; however, this should be considered a preliminary jurisdictional determination and
should be used at your own risk until it has been reviewed and approved in writing by the
appropriate regulatory agencies.
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FIGURES AND PHOTOPLATES
REFERENCES
Cowardin, L.M., C. Carter, F.C. Golet, and E.T. LaRoe. 1979. Classification of Wetlands and
Deepwater Habitats of the United States. FWS/OBS-78/31. U.S. Department of the Interior,
Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Biological Services, Washington D.C.
Environmental Laboratory. 1987. Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual, Technical
Report Y-87-1. U.S. Almy Corps of Engineer Waterways Experiment Station, Vicksburg,
Mississippi,
Hruby, T. August 2014. Washington State Wetland Rating System for Western Washington, 2014
Update. Washington State Department of Ecology Publication #14-06-029. Olympia,
Washington. Effective January 1, 2015.
Jefferson County. jMAP - Environmentally Sensitive Areas Website.
htro//maps co jefferson wa us/W ebsite/mspub/viewer htm?mapset=esa.
Website accessed September 2016.
Jefferson County Unified Development Code, Chapter 18.22 Critical Areas. 2005. Jefferson
County, Washington.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). 2010. Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual: Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region (Version 2.0),
ed. J.S. Wakeley, R.W. Lichvar, and C.V. Noble. ERDC/EL TR -08-13. Vicksburg, Mississippi:
U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. 2015. National Wetlands Inventory. Online document
http://www.fws.gov/wetlmds/Data/Mapper.httnl>. Website accessed September 2016.
U.S.D.A. Natural Resource Conservation Service (MRCS). 2015. WA635 Kitsap County Area.
Online document <htto://www.or.mcs.usda.goy/pnw soil/wa reports html>. Website accessed
September 2016.
U.S.D.A. Natural Resource Conservation Service (MRCS). 2012. Washington Hydric Soils List.
http://www.mcs.usda.gov/wus/nortal/mes/main/soils/use/hydric/>.
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Figure 96: TMDL List for Jefferson County. There are no TMDLS for this watershed.
Figure 9 -Wetland Rating
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near or downstream of the site appearing on the 303(d) list.
Figure 96: TMDL List for Jefferson County. There are no TMDLS for this watershed.
Figure 9 -Wetland Rating
1157 3rd Ave., Suite 220A Form-303(d)/TMDL
DATE: 9/12/16
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Fair: (360) 414-9305 PRT MGR LHW Client: Rod Bazar
Land Services PROJ.#:2442.01
Jefferson County,
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Photo 1 was taken from the
easement that lies between the
north lot and the residential
property to the north. It looks
east towards Bluejay Lane and
Squamish Bay.
Photo 2 was taken from the
same location as Photo 1 facing
south into the north lot. It
looks at the forested stand and
the well developed understory
vegetation.
Photo 3 was taken from the
same location as Photos 1 and
2 facing west. It shows the
area of the lot where yard
waste has been dumped.
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Photo 4 was taken from the east
bank of the wetland looking
north. It shows a general view of
the north half of the wetland
which contains fewer trees, but
more shrub cover. The Welland is
somewhat confined to the east
and west by low, steep banks.
Photo 5 was taken from the
same location as Photo 4 facing
south. It looks at southern half
of the wetland as it slopes
down through very tall trees
and minimal shrubs.
Photo 6 was taken of the area
where Test Plot 1 was
conducted. It was located on
the slope between the high area
near Bluejay Lane and the bank
of the wetland. The area was
vegetated with slough sedge,
but did not meet wetland soil
or hydrology parameters and
was determined to be upland.
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Photo 7 was taken of the area
where Test Plot 2 was conducted.
It was located at one of the septic
soil logs adjacent to the level
building area at the top of the
slope. The area was determined
to be upland and did not meet any
of the wetland criteria.
Photo 8 was taken of the area
when Test Plot 3 was
conducted. It was located in
the north end of the wetland
where the shrub and
herbaceous layers were well
developed.
Photo 9 was taken of the area
where Test Plot 4 was
conducted. It was located at
the north end of the old road
that follows the west property
line above the wetland. The
road contained disturbed soils
and upland vegetation and
therefore did not meet wetland
parameters.
1157 3' Ave., Suite 220A DATE: 9/22/16 Photoplate 3
Longview, WA 98632gQi\hlDWN: LHW Project Name: Bluejay Lane
360)578-1371 PRJ.MGRLHW Property:Rod
L Fiv : (360) 414-9305 PROD.#: 2442.01 Client Rod Bazar
Land Servi<e Jefferson County, Washington
Photo 10 was taken of the culvert
that empties water into Wetland
A from beneath the old road. The
culvert conveys water from a
man-made pond on the uphill side
of the road into the main channel
through the wetland.
Photo 11 was taken of the very
north end of Wetland A
looking at Wetland Boundary
Flag A-1. The wetland was
situated in a sloping trough at
this end and was confined by
slopes on either side. The
easement from Photoplate 1
occurs just upslope from the
photo.
Photo 12 was taken from
within the boundary of
Wetland A looking down at the
channel where it enters the
trough. Between Boundary
Flags A-2 and A-3, the water
from the culvert in Photo 10
flows over the old road and
into the Welland.
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Photo 13 was taken from the
channel as it flows south through
the middle of the wetland looking
northwest towards flag A4. Due
to the steep slopes on either side,
the wetland became confined to
width of the channel between
boundary flags A-5 to A-9.
Photo 14 was taken from the
same location as Photo 13
looking down at the channel as
the wetland narrows. The
channel did not have well-
defined banks for most of the
onsite reach.
Photo 15 was taken from the
east slope of the wetland
looking down at Boundary
Flag A-16. It provides another
example of the middle portion
of wetland that was entirely
confined to the stream channel
by steep slopes.
1157 3`° Ave., Suite 220A DATE: 9/22/16
Longview, WA 98632 DWN: LHW
360) 578-1371 PRJ. MGR LFIW
Fax: (360) 414-9305 PROJA 2442.01
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Project Name: Bluejay Lane
Property
Client: Rod Bazar
Jefferson County, Washington
Photo 16 was taken from the old
road that follows the west bank of
the wetland boundary. There
were some mature alder trees
growing in the road, but the shrub
layer was entirely absent.
Photo 17 was taken from the
south side of the downed alders
pictured in Photo 16 looking
north. The road turned east
and came towards the wetland
around Boundary Flags A-7
and A-8.
Photo 18 was taken of the area
where Test Plot 5 was
conducted. It was located
south of the road from Photo
18 and west of Boundary Flag
A-9 in an area of low
topography and wetland
vegetation. Upon
investigation, the area did not
meet wetland parameters and
was determined to be upland.
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Photo 19 was taken of the area
where Test Plot 5 was conducted.
It was located on the east bank of
the channel and 5 feet above the
level of the wetland. The area
was determined to be upland
upon investigation of the three
parameters.
Photo 20 was taken from the
south end of the south property
facing south. It looks towards
the south end of the wetland
where it begins to tum to the
east. The lady fern growing in
the wetland is desiccating for
the year.
Photo 21 was taken from the
same location as Photo 20
looking southeast at the
channel. The wetland again
becomes confined to the
channel banks before widening
again offsite to the south.
1157 30 Ave., Suite 220A DATE: 922/16
Longview, WA 98632 DWN: LHW
360) 578-1371 PRJ. MGR LHW
Fax: (360) 414-9305 PROJ.#: 2442.01
Photoplate 7
Project Name: Bluejay Lane
Property
Client: Rod Bazar
Jefferson County, Washington
APPENDIX A
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM —Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region
Peeled Sib: Besim, Lend Property City/County'. Pont Lutllow/Jeffereon Sampling Data t
A,eseanUOvmer'. Rad Barer Some: INA Sampling Point TP 1
limpstpater(s): L. 4Yestenel! Sedion,Toesnship,iiiii S9TENRJEWM
Landform (admitted, bream, etc.)'. iiillem,g Lowl Mief (concave, convex, none): common, Slope (%): ter%
Subregion(LRR): MLRA2 Let: 47.84211W04190 Long: -12268651427292 Datum: Tdmbe
Soil Map Unit Name: Knows siftI 15 C NWl cleaafimdon: UPL
Are dimvb l hydrologic conditiaris on the site Wical ter has Mme of seer? Yes ® No n is, explain in RemaNs.)
Are Vegetation , Sall Or or Hydrdagy , a pnirmamydlearded? Are "Normal Circumvented' pmeent? Yes ® No
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydneogy . neturellypsttlerealic? (Ifneeded,exommanyanewamin Remarks)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS -Attach site map showing sampling point locations, tmnseets, Important features, sate
Hydstphytic Vegetation Propose? Yes ® No
Hydric Soil PreaeseWwlMin a Victims!? AreaYes No 10 Is the Sa cti Arca Yes No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yea Na
Remade: Thepcaudi undeveloped sal enMMybrxted with mamedidermmd and oesfumustmda. ThewMarMbeginsw t&Mew tpmpedylineand
amended along both sides added stream. Tet Plm t was l=*d On an upand sbPe W$t tme w aW Wundary in an am dot land wgMdon.
VFRFTGTIOb - IIm aAnnMin ro,nnn na risme.
Time Strtum(Plot woad: 20'dianwas AbsoluteC. DominantSx' g,. IndicatorStatus Opminanea Taet WOrkaM1art
1. AL. eased 72 ygg E69 Number 0 Dominant Specbs
2. Tnewofid,e 10 FAC That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 5 A)
3. Total Number of Dominant
4. Species posted All Strata: 5 B)
50%=40,20%=16 AQ Total Corer Percent a Dominant Stated
Siminal5hmb Stratum (Plat et s 20diameter) Thai And OBL, FACW or FAC: 53 INS)
1. Red, woecfaNhd ys PAC PnywlencebtlwxworkahM:
2. Abiola wends 5 M FACU Tool of Mules
3. — OBLdpecies x1= —
4. — FAM.p.bs x2=
5. — FAC ipaced x3=
50%=5,20%=2 IQ Tota Cover FACU species a4=
Herb Stratum (Plot aloe: 5Jgd meter UPL species x5= _
1. Carex On 25 yE 9 -BL Ctlumn Tocols'. _(A) _(B)
2. BUMue urea 20 so FACU Prevalence Index=WA=_
3. PONatchum am Wm 19 no FACU Hytlrophyllc Vegetation Indicators:
4. Anteroom S6xJemYa 5 FAC 1- Rapid TM for Hydmphytic Vegetation
i — 2-Domloaote Teat is 50%
6. — 3- Proalemm Ind. is e3.0'
T' 4 -Mo het porrio0130.— mdatainRemeMoaon. separate ahest)
9. — 5-Wesnd Non-Vwscubr Plantar
10.— Pstblematrc Hydrophylic Vegetaeool(Explain)
20%=g2 4 Total Cover In50%=5Q. wddanderawhydrology mustINpess
dstilted
be Patent, be gee¢el, unless diabrbetl a p'odemadc.
Wendy Vine Stratum (Pit same
t.
2. HydrophyticVsgata0on Yes ® No50%= ,20%= — Tow Cover Isreel
Bare Grouts in Herb Stratum 40
Remora: Thor hydstphyrd ve0embon criterion is met bemuse mere is greater than 50% dominance by FAC and OBL spedes.
US Army Corps of Engineer Western Mounraina, Valleys, and Coat- Version 2.0
ProjectSib: Buervtane Pnel
Call
vnpro rice
WNand Hydrology Indicators:
Profit Description: (Descrfbeto the depth needed to d aderea tthe Indicator or confirm the absence of Indicators.)
Depth Matrix Redox Features
inch!.) Color (met) % Nor (.at) % Type We Texture Remarks
0=1 DA ForestI1tl0f
1-3 10 YR W 100 IIIn No redwinnomhic features
Q 10YR&6 ipq hila No mdotimwoh'G features
and
all
I.
Type: C= Concentration, D=DePemn, RM=Reduced Matrix, CSxovared or Coaled Sand Grains. Ty": Location: PL=Parc tinin0. M=MaMx. RC=Root Channel
Hydric Soil Coattail(Aypllesbloto all LRRh, unless otherwise noted.) Indicators for Problematic Hydric Soler:
grenade (All Sandy Redox U35) 2 o Muck (At 0)
Hint, Epipedon (A2) Still Mal (S6) Red Parent MatorW (TF2)
Black Histic(A3) Loamy Mucky Minimal (F1)(except MLM 1) Very Sal Darit Surface, (TF12)
Hydrogen Sulfide (M) Loamy Glayed MalCF2) Mar(Explain in Remil
Degated Below DBA Sudew(At 1) Detailed all (F3)
Hydrogen Sulfide Nor (M)
Thick Dark Surface (AUD Recox Dark Surface (F6)
Saturation Vlalble onAeriM Image, (Cg)
Sandy Mucky Mineral IS t) Detailed Dark Surface (F7) Indicators M hydropbylPo vagelation and
Onitlimd Rhoospheres along Living ROMs (C3)
aetiand hydmlaOY must be Present
Sandy Geyed Matrix (Se) Redox Depressions (FB) ushers disturbed or problematic.
ResWctive Layer Of present):
Presence M Reduced ron(N)
Typa:
Iron Deposit (BS)
Depth pirchesy Hydric Soils Phrasal Yes No IM
Reml This sail pmfile command B bright surface layer and bright chromas helms thatdo not meet the deffil ofdeple and Is& redcvmoMhicfeatures.
Therabre the hydric soil criteria is not mel.
SWntod or Stresses Plants Dl) (CRR A)
vnpro rice
WNand Hydrology Indicators:
Primary Indicators (minimum Mone required; tick all that apply) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required)
SudacGWater(At) Water -Shined Lesvos CBS) Wider -Stained L... Q39)
High Water Tape(A2) Canceled MLM 1, 2, AA, and ale) MCRA I, 2, M, and eB)
Saturation (M) Selt Crust(B11) Drainage Patlems(BID)
Water Me*. OBI) Aquil lncenebraWOBI 3) D,Seesca Wafer Tabla(C2)
Sediment Depcots(B2) Hydrogen Sulfide Nor (M) Saturation Vlalble onAeriM Image, (Cg)
Dull Deposits (B3) Onitlimd Rhoospheres along Living ROMs (C3) GeomDm+hic Position CD2)
Algal MM or Crust (M) Presence M Reduced ron(N) Small. Aqultard(DS)
Iron Deposit (BS) Recant Into Reduction in Tilled Sony (Ce) FAGNeutrel Teat (D5)
Surfeca SMI Cracks (BB) SWntod or Stresses Plants Dl) (CRR A) Raised Ant Mouths (DB) (LRR A)
InundaEon Viside on Aerial Imagery (B7) Near (Explain in Remands) FmN-Heave Hummocks (DT)
Stele ly Vagebktl Oonceve Sudecir(68)
Field Obssmationa:
Surface Water Present! Yea No Depth(inches):
Water Table Perri Yea [I No Depth(incheq:
Saturation Present!yea No Depth (incam): Wetland Hydrology Pray l Yee No
Indudes rapid, hinge)
Describe Recorded! Dela ptreem O.ug.. monib110 well, aerial phMes, previous inspections), ff meilable:
RemBMs: H"d ogymsnMpmsentdudn0thesMOsitaMMemwnnOedonmWindicaeW eUandhydmiM.
US Army Comm M Engineers Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast— Version 2.0
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM —Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region
Prged Site Muslim, Wne P.,M City/Ocunty: Pon Wallow/Jeeempn Sampling Date: -13
ApphcaMOwner. Rod Super Stets: WA Sampling Point To
Imbue dpi L. Westervelt Section, Township, Range: S e T 27N R 1EWM
Landform Uillslopa, same, sicca): hilsb2e Weal relief (.neve, mnvex, none): con $lope (%): 1 3%
Subregian(LRR): MLRA2 Lal 478423946637797 Wng: -12263055311591 Datum: Trimble
Soil Map Unit Name. Klbeo rill learn. 01215 percent also.(KoM Nan cIawMwfion: UPl
Ane climatic/ hydrologic conditions on the sib typical for I time of yea? Yes El No (b. explin in Remarks)
Aro Vegetation , Som , aHydrology significantly disturbed? Ano 'Normal Ciwmstan.s- present? Yes ® N2
Are Vegetation , Boil , ar Hydrology . nabrellyproblematic? (If headed. explain any answers in Remarks)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS - Attach site map showing samollna point locations. breathable. important temoma. m.
Hydrophytic Vesse len Present? Yes No 55
AbsoluteC.
Hydric Sol Prevent? Yes No ® Istnd Oamplatl Area Yea [I No
Daminanee Twt Worluheet:
within a Wetland?
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yes No
70
Remarks: The property is undevelopnd and almwtentirelytoresbtlwlot maters reddious and barbarous Yee.. Thewe3andbegi.wetofihewestpropenylam
andextendsalongbothedeadthestream. Twt Rot2wasloca onanupland Nopeeddthew andboundaryinthesamel.calonasm.0the
septic soil logs.
VEGETATION- Use sclentiac ramp of lama
TransBtreWm (Plat size: 20' operator AbsoluteC. DominantSpecies? IndicatorStatus Daminanee Twt Worluheet:
1. Acerm ordsch m 70 any FACU Number of Daminant Species
2, Alnw mate 15 FAC
1ThatAreOBL, FACW, or FAC: N)
3 Total Number m Dominant
4, Spacies Across All Strati: Su)
50%=42.5,20%=]j 05 Total Cover PerwMof Dominant Spades
SolincShmb Stratum Flot dze: 20 comes, Thai Are OBL, FACW, or FAO: 33 Wg)
1. Rubusst2laN'bs 2g M FAC Providence Index worhahM:
2. Dole defeat 10 FAQ' Total%Cover of Multiply by
3. Rubes surrembou FAC 08L.peaes x1=
4. Afermeu2drWNm 5 FACU FAM speces
5. — FAC spades .3
50%=20.20%=9 49 Total Cover FACU specie x4=
Herb SireWm (Plot sure: 5themrkr) UPL specie
1. Rob, ursnus 5g ygh FACU Cdumn Totals: _(A) _(B)
2. Carex dews 10 FADW Prevalence Index=WA=_
3. Polvsfehum manors, 10 ag FACU HydWhytic Vegetation Indicators:
4. ANMum firxJem'na 5 FAC t- Rapid TM far Hydroplane Vegetation
5. — 2- Dominance Test is -50%
6' — 3- Prevalent Index is 3.0r
7' 4-MoM11010 ion Adamanona (Provide wp"ag
S. — data In Remarks or w a separate shwp
9. — 5- Wedand Nor.Vnecular Penbr
10. — Problematic Hydrophytic Vegetation' (Explain)
11.
50%= 52_S, 20%= f1 105 Trial C.er rindi nsco s of hydric aril and andand hydpi must
Is, present, unless assumed or Problematic.
VAI V'ns Stratum (Plot slw'.
1.
2. Hydrophytic
50%= Total Cover
Vegetatlim Yea No20%= — Present?
Bare Graundm Herb Statim 0
RameNa: This hydrophytic x,ebnon criterion is not met because Mere is be Nen 50% dominance by FAC species.
US Army Corps 0 Engineers Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast -Version 2.0
PrgM She: Stuckey Lane Property
SC!I
US Any Corps of Engineers Weaken Mountains, Valleys, and Coast -Version 2.0
Profile Description: (Oeserlbe b Na depth nwtletl b document Mar Indicator or corlflrm Ne absenca Of intlicabre.)
Depth Marl" Redox Features
Intoes) Cold, (moist) %Color(moist) % Type' we Tedure Remarks
A 12YR 312 1 0 gLSgfq No rMewmorl features
4-160t YRSB 10 an It to No rMnwmambe features
m -I `DIY
ai--Llw
I. loam
Type:C= Concentration, o=Deplemn, RWIteducad Metrix. CS=Covered or Coated Sand Grein. °London: PL=Pae Uning, M=Metrix. RC=Root Clunnal
Hydric SolllndicaWm:(A,11.bleball LRRs,unlessotherwisenMd.) Intlicabre far Problematic Hydric Si
HlbNbol (A1) Sandy Redox (55) 2 cm Muck (Al 0)
Hat. Eplpedon (A2) Striped Matrix (Set Real Parent MaderW (TF2)
Black HisO, W) Loamy Mucky Mineml(Fi) Notic MLRA 1) Vary Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
Hydrogen Sofid. (A4) Library Gleyed Matra (F2) Older (Explain In Ramarkq
Depeted Below Dark Surface (All) Depleted M.ba (F3)
Thick Dark Surface (Al2) Retlox Dark Swfacs (FB)
Sandy Mucky Mini (Bill Daplekd DarkBud. Di 9ndicaors of hydrophytic vegalaton andM
Sandy Glayed Matrix Si Redox DeprasNOne (F9) °riles
durom
to ormuswermar .
Resbtmlve Layer (if presenti
axcept MLRA 1, 2, M, and 4B)
Type:
MLRA I, 2, M, and 4B)
Depth (Inches): Nyddc SoIN Pleasnit Yea No
Remarks: This sal prate coal a bright burned, layer and bright chromas below Mat do not meet Me definition of canceled ark lack redodmapho factures.
Theodore the hytlfic boil criteria is not met
US Any Corps of Engineers Weaken Mountains, Valleys, and Coast -Version 2.0
WNland Hydrology Indications;
Primary Indicators (minimum of one required; shed, NI Mat apply) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required)
SUReroaryth t) Wi lerStaineal Leaves (89) Water -Stained Leems (99)
High Water Tape (A2) axcept MLRA 1, 2, M, and 4B) MLRA I, 2, M, and 4B)
Saturation (AB) SaltCmst(Bll) Drainage Petlems(910)
Water Manor BI) Aquas, Invertebrates (BI 3) DrySeason Water Table (C2)
Sediment Depmik(B2) Hydrogen Suffice Ceor(C1) Saturation Value on Aetlal Illegally (C9)
Drill Deposits (BS) Ori Rhicorpheres along Living Rook (C3) GecmoPhic Pobition (D2)
Anil MM or Crust (Bi Presence of Reduced Iran (C4) She]. equatorial (D3)
Iron Deposita Sal Recent Iran Reduction In Tilled Sills (CS) FAC-Neuhal Test (D5)
Surface Sol Cracke(BS) Somali or St.... Faults (01)(LRR A) Raised Ant Moores(DS)(LRR A)
Inundator Vieille on Aerial Imagery(87) Other(Expkin in Remark.) Fro4-Heave Hummocks(oT)
Sparsely VegeMad Comcave Surfaces (BB)
Field Observation:
Sulam Waser Pre It Yea No Depthgndree):
Water Table P.W Yee NO DeMh(Inohes):
Saturation Presently Yes No Dead (inches): Wada. Hydrology Preseni Yea Na
indutlse papillary (finial
Describe Recorded Data (stream gauge, monitoring wall, uiiH ph", peanut Impactors), d avaikae:
Remaha' Hydrology was not present during the site Wait and Mere win no evideres to indicate wetland hydrology,
US Any Corps of Engineers Weaken Mountains, Valleys, and Coast -Version 2.0
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM - Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region
Projeol Silo: Blueev Lane Prooedv Ciry'County: Pon UngloadJeffersom Sampling Date'. 9.8-16
ApplycanVOwnep Rod Be, State: WA Sampling Point TP 3
Inves4garor(a): L. seasonal SecEon Township. Range'. S 9 T ON R 1EWM
Landform (Mgalope, thri etc.)'. hil%p Igoe Local retlat (concave, mnvax, none)'. oxi Slope (%y "%
Subregion(LRR): MLRA2 Let: 2842358009848 Lora: -12268687313305 Dal Trimble
Soil Map Unit Name: Kllaa9 gift loam O to lS semen alapea(M) NWl daasificrdim: PFOB
Are climatic l hydrologic rotations on Me sl% typkal tar this time dyesO Yea ® No (If no. explain in Remarks.)
Are Vegelabon , Sail , or Hydrology , sgndicantlydisturbed? Are -Normal Ciroumsbmes' present'! Yes ® No
Arc Va dal , Sail , or Hydrdogy , natumily problematic? (If needed, expieln any answersM Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS -Attach see map showing sampling point locations, tranettta. Imoonant features. ate
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present? Yes® No 11Hydric
Dominant
5 e
Soil Present? Vas ® No Is mo Sampled Area
Yea ® No
1. Acermacrbiah 80
a WebanOi El
Wal Hydrology present? Yea ® No
Reunion: The property is undeveloped andalmasteriarely forested with mature dedtlious and mngerous seas. The wetland begins west dither went propeM1y line
and eatends along both sides of the stream. Tat Plot 3 was Iaaied in Oro mat wdaM boundary by boundawflag A-1 and A-2
names of plants
Tree Shaman (Plot aide: 20' dismal AbsoluteCarer Dominant5e IndicatorStalls Dominana Teat WOrkabaa:
1. Acermacrbiah 80 Yra FACU Number of Dominant Sodded
2. Bloom 5 FAC That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 3 A)
3' TIX& Number M Dominant
4. Species Across Al Strand: = B)
50%=425,20%=1Z 9 Today Cover Percent of Dominant Species
SaolirwfSbmb&,Win(Plot Size: 20dismiss, ThatAre OBL, FACW, or FAG
1. Ruins eoecfedNa 25 Yed, FAQ Privileges Index addressed:
2 — Tonal %Closer of Mutll
3. — DEL species x1=
4. — FACW spedes #_ _-
5. — FAC policies 4-
50%=g25. 50% = J2&. 20%=5 25 Total Coir FACU species x4= _
HerbStrabm(PlatslOe: S'dinnual UPLspmes x5= _
1. Toil me 94 yg FAC Column Toll _(A) _(e)
2. Annual filix-lata 10 E6Q Prevalenm latex=WA=_
3. Eauisefum aayme, 5 To FAC Hydrophytic VeBetall Indicators:
4. — 1- Rapid Test for Hydrophym Vegetation
5_ — 0 2- Dominanm Test is >50%
6' 3- Prevayena Index le c3.0'
4- Morphological Assumptions' (Provide supporting
8. — data in Remarks Or on a separate shed)
8. — 5 -Wetland Non-Vascadr Plan%'
18'— Prodemrtic Hydrophytic Vagematen'(Explain)
11.
so%=52,5, zo%=u 145 Tam cover Indicators d hydric soil and watlaM hydrdoW must
be present ufleas disturbed or problem dfic.
Wmdv v ne Stralum (Piot aim: —)
1. —
z.
Tobi Carcr F Y.. ® xosal%= 20%=
Is Sam Ground in Herb Strebm 0
Remarks: The hydrophytic vegebgm criterion is mdberauee there is greater Man 50% dominance by FAC species.
US Army Corps of Engineers Western Mountain, Valleys, and Casal -Version 20
Project Site Blueely Lane Property
SOIL Sampling Point: TP 3
HYDROLOGY
Profile Castigator: (Describe W the depth needed M document the indicator or confirm Me absence of indicators.)
Depth MaMx Red. Feature,
inches) Cda(mdad % Color (moist) % Type Lod TeMure Remarks
2:" iDV m 1gYF are 5(i M fine so
10.15 Geyl M5GY 22 10YR 5/0 19 r M fines. lD
WMerSMinad L.ws(B9)
g,mo1
except MLRA 1, 2, M, and M)
aeeax
MLRAI,2,41A,ands8)
SaWamon(A3)
in - any
Salt Cruat(Bll)
Is - loam
Type: C= Coreentrattn. D=Ceple4on. RM=Reduced Marx, CS=Covered or Clai ed Send Grains kocetion: PL=Pore Lining. M=Matt, RC=Roth Channel
Hydric Soil lMicatot:(Appllcable to all Myths, unblac spareable noted.) Indicators for Problematic Hytldc Bait':
Histosnl (Ail Sandy Redox (S5) 2.m Muck (A19)
Hlstic Epipecon(A2) Shipped! News (M) Red PeOmt Minimal (M)
Bleck Hisgc (A3) Loamy Mucky Mineral (FI) hancept MLRA 1) Very Brehm Dad Surface (TF12)
Hydrogen Sufd.(Aa) loamy GleyM Mark (F2) OMar(Expleln in Remarks)
Depleted Below Dark Surface (All) Deputies! Marx (F3)
Thick Dark Surface(At 2) Redac Dark Surface(F6)
Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1) Degetd Dark Surface (F?) slntlbetors W hydrophy4G vegetation and
Surface Sol Cracks (B6)
dl "By ancient
Sandy Gleyed Marx (Sa) Redox Depressions (F8) unl8e.
dh
ornmbk
Rlsbictve Layer It Praising:
OMar(Evplain in Remade) Frost -Heave Hummocks (W)
Type'.
Depth (inch.). Hytldc Stills present? Yee ® No
Remarks: This soul prDNe wntairma darksurface layer and gleyed chromes Waw Met measure de8ninion ddepleled. ThereforeMehydncuoicntenamests All,
Degetd Belau Dark surface.
Field Obeerreadons:
HYDROLOGY
US Army Carpe of Engineers Westin Mountains, Valleys, and Coast— Version 2.0
Well Hydrology Indianians:
Primary Indiwto a (minimum of one required; check all Mat appy) Saturday Indicators (2 Or more requited)
Surface Wrer(A1) Ween -Stained Lames(Be) WMerSMinad L.ws(B9)
High Water Table(A2) except MLRA 1, 2, M, and M) MLRAI,2,41A,ands8)
SaWamon(A3) Salt Cruat(Bll) Drainage patterns (610)
Water Mads(B1) AquaEC Imemebrat.(BI 3) Dry -Season Water Taint (C2)
Sediment Deposits(B2) Hydrogen Sulfge Dbw(Ct) Saturation Visible on AedY Waggery(Can
Orth Deposits (B3) Ottliaed Rhimspheres along Living RoD (C3) Geomorphic Pcait'ron (D2)
Algal Mat or Cmnt(Be) Presence of Reduced ron(Ca) Shallow Aquoull(03)
Iron Dapoens(B5) Recent Iron Reduction in Tlletl Sol. (CA) FAC-Neubal Tent(D5)
Surface Sol Cracks (B6) Samoan wStrews, Plant, (DT(LRR A) Raised Ant Mounds (OB)(LRR A)
Inundation Visible on Aerial Imagery (B7) OMar(Evplain in Remade) Frost -Heave Hummocks (W)
Bperee, Vegetated Concerns Surface (68)
Field Obeerreadons:
Surface Water Present? Yea No CapM(incba`
Water T,ble Present? Yea [I No Dash (inch.).
Saturation Present? Yee ® No
Mcludeacepillaryrnge)
Depth (intoes): surface Wetland Hydrology Present? Y. ® No
Describe RecDNed Det (stream gauge, monitoring wall, »eel phics , preWous inspections), direness,
Remade' Hydrology wets prevent during the site visit eNtlent in the anturdw of Me apt profile M the surface.
US Army Carpe of Engineers Westin Mountains, Valleys, and Coast— Version 2.0
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM -Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region
Project Site: Slueav Lane Proper City/Daunty: Pd Liallow/Jeffersom Seri Date: 9e=t5
Appimnt/Cwmc Roof Bidder Stalls WA Sampling Point'. TP4
InroStipar ): L. Weraii Sector, Township, Rage: S9TVNR1EWM
LeMbrm (billslope, tenece, eb ): btlslooe L[G met (wncewe, Convex, none): con, Slope (%): 14%
Submion(LRR)'. MLRA2 tffi 478423179588258 Long: -12288702801124 Oebm: Trimble
Sall Map Unit Name: loymn, sinl 0 tC NAR demarcation: Ift
Tom Number of Danninant
Aro cima5c/hydmlogiC conditions on be at typical or this time of year? Yea NO (If no. explain in Remi
Are Vegetation Cl, Soil , or Hydrology , signifinMlydisturbed9 Am•Norme Cimumabnoes' present? Yea No
Are Vegetation , Sm , or Hydmogy , naturally problematic? Ifneaded, explain any answers in Remarks I
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS -Attach sae map Shoa ln0 sampling point locations, transect, important features, slid
Hydrai Ve0eWtion Present? Yes NoID
Nitro Soil Present? Year [INo ®
seems
Sampled Ana
YeacomaWaded? No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yae No
Remarks: The property is underelaped and almost entirely headed with mature decdiout and coniferous trees. The wetland bounce waste the west pm lineandxofendealongloomspadthestream. Teat Plat 4 was Icceetl on Ne dd and emment wast dthe wetland boundary by boundary flags h2aend A-3.
VEGETATION- Use scientific names of plants
Tree STalum(Plot Size: 20' diameter) AbsoluteC. Dominant
5 e IndicatorSol ppminanro Tpt WorMalH:
1. AcarmecmMNNm 80 M FACU Number d Dominant Soave,
2. — That Am OBL, FACW, or FAG: 1 Ap
3' Tom Number of Danninant
4. SPeoiea Prrota All Sam. = B)
50%=40,20%=1B AQ Tom Caner Percent of Dominant Species
Sidinvothmb Stratum(Platsde: 20'dameerl That Are OBL. FACW, or FAC: 25 Ai
1. Rub, scedatiHs N Yin f64 Pianissimi Index wmksh at
2. Banc. andmnafa 5 yrg FACU Igo % Corer d MUHM by
3. OSL species x1=
4. — FACW spaces x2= _-
5. — FAC so." x3 - 3=
W%=]5,20%=3W% = 7S, 20% = 3 15 Tape Cover FACU species x4= _
HM StraWm(PIM Size: 5 the g0 UPL spaces x5= _
1. Rubus Manus 29 y_oe FACU Column Tiles: _(A) _(B)
2. Canx daweve a 10 US FAC Prevalence Index =SIA =_
3. PaMBchum muebm 12 FACU NydrophYM Vegetation Indicators
4, — 1- Rapid TM far Hydrophytic Vegaccon
S. — 2- Domirenre Test is 5o%
a- — 3 -Prevalence Index is <3,0'
T' 4- MOmhdogiml Adaptations (Provttle supporting
B. — data in Remarks oran a expands sheep
S. — 5 -standard Nan.Vascular Plans'
10. — Pmblemalic Hydropl is Vegetation' (Explain)
11. _
50%=55,20%=' 2Q Total Caner Indnbrs of bydit soil and weuard hydmlmy must
ba Present, unleeb tlisW Md lar pmblema&.
WWdy Vine Stratum (Plot elxe: —)
1.
2 Hydrophytic
50%= ,20%=— TOW Cover
Vegstation Yale 11 No
Proem?
Bare Ground in Herb Stature 0
Remarks: The hydroFhytis vegeWim crilmlion is not me bemuse Nen: IS less man 50% cominance by FAC spades.
US Army Corps d Engineers Western Nounnins Velleye, and Coast- Vemion 2.0
Pmjectsile: BluelayLarepionarty
SOI Sampling Pant: TP 4
WeDand Hydrology lon icatains
Profile Deacdp8on: (DeacriW to th depth handed W document Me Internal se confine Me absence of indica one.)
Depth Madx Rados Features
inches) Coo, (racist) % Color (moist) Is Twel Loc° Two. Remarks
08 to 1 ).QQ Silt loam No retloximorDhc features
6-18 25Y 49 $j 1CYR4¢ 2 Q M Silt loam
or mewilly
sendvse
to loam
Type: C= Concentration, 0=Depletion. RM=Reduced Map, CSSomred or Cooled! Sand Grams. rLaadon: PL=Pore Lining, M=Metrix, RC=Root Channal
Hydric Sall Indicators(AppllableM all Mile, unless reherwbe noted.) Indlcabn far Problemedc Hydric Sailer:
Histosd(All Sandy Retlox(SS) 2on No&(A10)
Histic Epipecon (A2) Shipped Matrix (SB) Red Parent Material (TF2)
Black HisW(AS) Loamy Mucky Mineral (Fl) instant MLRA t) Very Shallow Dark Surface(TF12)
Hydrogen S.Ifida(An) Loamy Gieyed Maor,(F2) OMe,(Explain in Remarks)
Depend Beim Dark Sudaa(At 1) Depleted Matra(F3)
Thick Dark Surfacer (At 2) Red. Dark Safe.( FB)
Sandy Mucky Mineral(SI) Depleted Dark Sudace(F?) rinacaron of hydraphytic vegMaWn and
Saturation Visible on Aerial longer, (Cg)
uablema4c. ntSandyGaspedheads (S4) Redox Coltman.. TB) unlessdbWro,Mor
ReMdiw Layer (If preseral
Geomorphic position D2)
Atgd Mat or Crust g34)
Type:
ones. d Reduced! lmn(U)
Depth Inches):
Imn Deposits B5)
Hydric Soile Pressure? Yea No
Remarks: Thissalprchlec nSadark.udaal.pl.MbdlMchmmasbdow Matdondmeat Medefinidonofdegeted. Therefore the hydric soil call is not
met
Suit.$.it Cracks BB)
WeDand Hydrology lon icatains
Primary Indicators (minimum d ane lceuired', chert all thetapely) Seandary Indicators (2 or more required)
Surface Work, (All Water -$lamed Lamm(B9) Weter-SM'med Lee.. (B9)
High Wrier Table(A2) except MLRA 1, 2, aA, and MU MCRA I, 2, M, and eB)
Satambm(A3) SaUCmst(B11) Drainage Patlems(B1o)
Water Marke(B1) Aquatic liwltbmtes(813) Dry -Season Walsrtable(C2)
Sediment Dancers (B2) Hydrogen Sulfide Door (Ci) Saturation Visible on Aerial longer, (Cg)
Unit Deposits (23) Oxidised Rhisospheres along LiMg Roots (C3) Geomorphic position D2)
Atgd Mat or Crust g34) ones. d Reduced! lmn(U) Shallow Aqudwd(D3)
Imn Deposits B5) Recent lmn Reduction in Tilled Sold (C6) FAC-Neutml Tend (DS)
Suit.$.it Cracks BB) Soared or Sonsies Plants (DI)(LRR A) Named AM Mounds (DB)(Light A)
Inundation Visible on Mrallmegery(BT) Clhe, Ubgilain in Remarks) Finat-Heave HummtQs(D?)
Sparsely Vegetated Col. Sudce(BB)
Fled Observations:
Sudan Water Present? Yea No Depth(inches): _
Water Table Prexnt? Yes [I No DepM(inches):
Saom400 Pleaded? Yes No Depth (?eche). Wetlantl Hydroogy Present? Yes No
Indmesceplllarybmgs)
Dessioe Retarded Data (dream gauge, moni onq well, aerial phdeS, premoua inspections), Basailaple:
Remark.: Hydrology was not present during Me sea Wait and Mere was no eyidence to indicate wetland hydrdogy,
US Army Corps of Engineers Wesam Mountains. Valleys, and Count -Version 2.0
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM — Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region
Pmjed Sib: Sluila, We Pri
Dammam
Cdy/County: Pori Ludlow/deflermn Sampling Date: M-16
ApplicanVOxner Rod Baaar
1. ApermacroMWlum
State: 'WA Sampling Pars, TP5
In enstgabr(s): L Wesbrvdt
Yes No
Section, Township, Range: S 9 T N R 2N
Lantlfonn (htlalow, terrew, ei miski g twxl relief (concern, murex twin): conscroe Slope (%): 13%
Subregion(LRRy MLRA2 18t 18417389449192 Long: -122.68878321124 Detm'. TTmeblle
Soil Map Unit Neme: Kine anI I IC NWl d ... Inches: UPL
Are daces, I hydr is conditions on the she typical for this time M yeah Yea No (If no, explain in Rernarke.j
Are Veydatton , Sal , orHill ipgy , aigniecarty disturbed? Am 'Normal Circumstancespresent? Yes ® No
AreVegetatlw , Sail , orHydroxi , naturally problematic? If needed explain any answers in Remarka.l
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS -Aaach she map showing sampling paint Ino stlons, transects. Imtrartant features. we
Hydropmr.Vegetation Present? Yes ® Nom
Dammam
SoilPresent? Yea ryo ® Is the Sampled Area
Yw No
1. ApermacroMWlum 65
Wallin a Wetland?
Wetland Hydr iogy Present? Yes No
Remarks'. The property is undeveloped and Amostendrdy forested want maim deddio, and mna9mus Veen. Thewetlandimonawnstd Mewsatpmpert ins
and extends along both sides ofthe Stream. Teat PIM5wuia Monmeddmademmentwest Othewetland Wurdarybyboundaryflag AA.
VEGETATION -
Time stream (Pet aize:2o'diemee,r) Absence, C.Swaee? Dammam IndicatorSligoDpminanw Tse[Workaheet
1. ApermacroMWlum 65 M FACU Numberof DominantSpaces
2. Air, ass 5 FC That Are OBL, FACW, or FAC: 2 A)
3' Total Number of Damian
4. Specie. Aems. All Edwin, 3 a)
50%=35,20%=14 To TaW Cover Perrand M Dominant Species
SeeirtaShmb 5nalum(Plpt me: 20' dlamem That Arc OBL, FACW, or FAC: 8? NR)
1. Rua, awnl4tiNs 2Q y_ee FS Prewlence Index sentence:
2. — Tom %Cover of MuMplly_bby
3. — OBL species .1=
4. — FACWapecies x2-
5. — FAC species x3_
50%=10,20%=4 20 Tans Cover FACU species x4= _
Herb Stratum (PIM see: 5 them UPLspedes y5=
1. refund, ..1. 65 ygp I -AC Column Toler: _(A) _(B)
2. Aftmon fi6xRmiru A FAC Prevalence Index =SIA =_
3. Pologrehum trader. 10 FACU Nydreph)l Vegetation indicators:
4. Southall arveps 5 EA9. 1- Rapti Test for HydmpbyBC Vidal
5. — 2- Dominance Test is X50%
6. — 3- Prevalence Index 1513.0'
4- MORhdroical Adaandom'deroode suppMing
e. — data in Remarks or on a separate abash
9. 5 -Intend Noo-Vascular Planes'
10. — Problemak, Anmpmine Vepelatron1(ExplaiIII
11. _
50%=45,20%=18 QQ Total Cover Indicators of bydre less and wetland hydri most
be present, unless diatrbed or p=lemMe. Vi Vne Stratum (PIM aiw,'.
1.
2, Hydrephyllc
50%=_,20%=_ Tad Cover
Vegetation Yea 19 No
promaing
Bare Gmuna in Herb Stratum g
Remarks: The hydrophyec vegetation criterion is met because there is greater than 50% dominance by FAC spaces.
US Army Doms M Engineers Western member, Valleys, and DoaM-Version 2.0
pwlect Site: Rjuaiday I-ans Primary,
Semng. Point: TP 5
IIS amy CoMs M Engineers Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast— Version 2 0
pil la Desorption: (Describe W Ne depth needed to document Ma indicator or cotlRrm the sheen.. of Indicators.)
Depth Matrix Ratios Features
inches) Nor(maid) % Nor(moisQ % Type Lacs TeMure Remarks
0& t0Y 1 19Q altloam No redoximomhs, Radial
SY 4Kt 97 1OYR 416 3 C M silt leen
BL1
as no
Y ark
Io -loam
Type: C= Concernment, D=Depefian, RM=Reducad Metii, CS=Cwemd or Costed Santl Grein. kueafion: PL=Pore Lining, Whim, RC=Root Channel
Hydric Soil Indicators: (Applicable W all LRRs, unless olherMse noted) Indicators for Problematic Hydric Solles:
Hibbard! (Al) Sandy Redox ($5) 2 cm Muck (Ally)
Hisdc Eplpatlan (Ate) Shipped! Metrix (SB) Red Parent Matenal (TF2)
Slack third. W) Loamy Mucky Mineral (Fi)(excapt MLRA t) Very Shallow Dark Surface (TF12)
Hydrogen SuRtle (A4) Lcamy Gleyed Mettlx (F2) Omer (Explain in Remarks)
Depleted Show Dark Surface (All) Depleted Marls (F3)
Thick Dark Surface (Al2) Retlox Dark Sulam (Fe)
Sandy Mucky Mineral (Sl) Degeted Dar, Surface (F?) slndiceors of hydrophytp vegetation and
webaM hydrology must be presets,
Sandy Glaved Metrix (S4) Retlox Depwsaians (Fa) Neu tlissurbetl or
rablemPres
except MWA 1, 2, M, and 413)
Restrictive Lryer (if present):
MLRA I, 2, M, and 413)
Type:
Depth hunches): Hytlric sale Proem? Yea He
Remarks: This wil profile wntains a dark surface layer and bright shimmer Mom that do not meet the definifion a degeted. Thereforede hydresoilcMere'u not
maL
IIS amy CoMs M Engineers Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast— Version 2 0
Welend Hydrology indicators;
Primary IMicaters (minimum acne required: bbeJl all met apply) Secondary Indicators (2 or more required)
SUReca Water(Al) WalerSlalned Leaws(B9) WaterStained Laaws(Be)
High Water Table (Ate) except MWA 1, 2, M, and 413) MLRA I, 2, M, and 413)
Satration(A3) SaItclung11) Drainage Patterns(BlO)
Wall Marks(all Aquefic invertebrates (Bt 3) Dr Seamon Weser Table (C2)
Segment Deputies 032) Hydrogen Sulfide Nor (Cl) Saturation VlMbM on Aerial Imagery (C9)
DM Deposits (B3) Cadged Rhiwspheres along Living Root (03) Geomorphic Position (D2)
Ngal Mat or Crust (B4) Presence of Reduced lon(G) Shallow Aquited D3)
Iron Deposits; (BS) Recent Into Reduction in Tilled Soils (CB) FAD -Neutral Test (D5)
Surtax Sal Cracks (ES) Stunted or St... Plants (Dl)(LRR A) Raised And Mounds, (09)(Line A)
Inundafion Visible on Aerial Imagery S7) Other (Explain in Remarks) Frxt-Heave Hummocks (D7)
Sooner Vegesaied Concave Surface (Be)
FiPltl Obaervatlom:
Surtax Woter PreenYl Yea [I No E9 Depth pnchie)'.
Water Table Present? Yes No DePth (i rules).
Simulation Presets? Yas No Depthfinches): Wetland Hydrology PreaM? Yea El No
gnaucecapillew nge)
Druche RexMed Dna Abeam gauge, monibtirg well, anal pharoa, porous iropecdons), Rawileble:
Remekr Hydrologywu nor present during the site visit and them was no evidence to Indicate wetland hydrology.
IIS amy CoMs M Engineers Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast— Version 2 0
WETLAND DETERMINATION DATA FORM —Western Mountains, Valleys, and Coast Region
Project Site: Blovav tern ProoeN
Hydric Sol Present? Yee No M
Clty/Cconty: Pad L /Jepers Sampling hate: 9-0_15
ApplicanVOwnec Rad Bazar
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yea No
Stale: WA Samfting Point: To 6
InsadmgateKs): L. Westervelt
Number M Dominent Species
Section, Township. Range: S9T27NRIEWM
Wootton (billalape, tertace, etc.): hillWo g Local relief (concave, comes, none): Slope (%): L
Subregion(LRR): MLRA2 Let: - Lang - Dann Timue
Soil Map Unit Name: gbaD vitt loam. 911 15 percent Acoea(KIM
no
Norio classl0cetlon: IUPL
Are dimatk/ hydrologic conditions on Me site typical he Mis time of year Yea No (S no, expeio in Remarks.)
Are Vegetation D. Soil Or or Hydrlogy . signRaantlydistura i Ans'Normal Circumstances' present? Var. ® No
Are Vegetation , Soil , or Hydrology , rabidly problematic? a needed. exlein any answers in Remarks.)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS -Attach site map showing sampling point locetlo.. tmnsects. ImpgrleM feaxarea_ arc
Hydrophirk Vegetation Present? Yes No 50
AbsoluteC.
Hydric Sol Present? Yee No M N the Sampling! Area Yee
Dominance Test WorluheeC
withina Wetlands No
Wetland Hydrology Present? Yea No
40
Remarks: The property is undeveloped and almost entirely forested arm mawre Modicum and coniferous heed. The welend hegira wedtcf Ne went Property lineandextendsalongbothadeabtheabeam. Test Plot d was looted dedtdthe warand boundary by boundary flags A-14 and h15.
Ilse xI.ntlflo nam. of iter.
Tree Strmum(Plot size: 20' examiner) AbsoluteC. Dominantlreaa IndimtorStatue Dominance Test WorluheeC
1, ACarmecmo.M1WWm 40 yE FACILI Number M Dominent Species
2. Almose mb n E64 That Are OBL, FACW. or FAC Z A)
3. Duie arrcah i no FAC TWI Number of Dominant
4, Species Across All SbNe: 4 B)
50%=30,20%=12 92 Tote)Cover Percent of Dominant Species
Siolirw/Shmb Stmum(Plot aize: 20' denied, That Are OBL, FACW. or FAC Ana)
1, ftubua scechdbs 5 ey_s EAC PreglenCe lnMx Wefkabart
2, RY¢yaermerua 5 ygg FAQ Total %Cover rf' Nimbus by
3. —OBLspeciea x1=
4. — FAM species .2
5. FAC abecies_ x9
50%=5,20%=2 15 Total Cover FACU dpeoi. x4= _
Herb Store, (Plot size: 5» UPLapacos x5= _
1. Rubus ommus so yrg FACILI Column Taws: _(A) _(B)
2. Carex dews 5 EAC Premmess Ind. =SIA =_
3. Divophns ei 5 no FA W HydropheAk Vegetation hrud .:
C — 1- Rapid Test for H,draphylic Vegetation
5. — 2-Dominmce Test is >W%
a_ — 3- Prevalence Index is 130'
T' — 4- Momholaincol Atlamstioni (PRom. auppoting
e. — data in Remarks or on a separate Meed
9. — 5 -Wetland Non -Vascular Phone'
10.— Problimatio Hydroph di, Vegeatlon'(E,lWn)
11. _
50%=45,20%=10 ig Total Dover IndbatOre of hydrin sot and wetland hytlrolrpy must
be present, unless oriented or prcblemariWoodyVineStratum (Plot size: —)
1.
2. _— HydroPhyuc
50%=—,20%=— Tobi Cater
VegetationVegetation Y. No
Bare Ground in Hero S.Mm o
Remarks: The hydrophydc vegetation criterion is nmmetteepaase pare is rat greeter Man 60% commands by FAC and FACW spsaea.
US Army colla of Engineers Western Mountains. Valleys, and Coast -Veoien 2.0
Protect site: a lane Pmo dv
SamnlinG Point: TP 8
US Army Carps of Engineers Weso m Mountains. Valleys, and Coeur— Version 2.0
Profile Description: (Dai lbs W Me depth ended M document Me Indicator or confirm Me absence of Indicators.)
Depth Maps Redox Features
Welland Hydrology Indicators:
inch.) Calar(..w) % Cd0r( at) %% Type' Lova Torture Remarks
9:1 DA E91£S lift
IOYR 3/9 100 ggyfq Noradoximambic Matures
416 IOYR W 124 is to No redotimorebc Matures
as-
SusaceWBler(Ai)
and
albs
WaftrSftirwN Lea. (Be)
si
1. hour,
Type: C= concentration, D=Depletion, RM=Ratlumd Matrix, CS=Cgvered or Coated Sand Gralin 'Lacetion: PL=Pore Lining, M=Matrix RC=Root Channel
Hydric Soil Indicators: (Applicable W all LRRS, unless caherwiea noted) Indicator for Problematic Hytlde Soils':
Hlabool(At) Sandy Redox(SS) 2 Muck(A10)
HiMk Epipsdon(A2) Stripped! Matrix (Set Rad Parent Matenal(TF2)
Black Hiebs(A3) Loamy Mucky Minend(Fi)(except MCRA 1) Very Shallow Dark Safece(TF1])
Hydrogen Sulfide (M) Loamy Gleyed Marix(F2) Other(Explain in R ... run
Depleted Below Dark Surface (All) Depleted Matrix (F3)
Thic,Dark Sudace(Al2) Red. Dark Surface (Fal
Sandy Mucky Mineral (S1) Oepetetl Dark Surface (F7) Indsaftrs of hydrophytic mdbydfi. and
wetland hydrol., must be presem
Sandy Gleyed Maki (S4) Rod. Depressors (FG) unless diaturbetl or problematic,.
Restrictive Layer (R present):
Oxdized Rhlaapherea Wang Lining Rook (C3)
Type.
Geomorphic Position (132)
Nei Met or Crust (84)
Dept (inches): Hydric Soils Preserd? Vee No
Remarks: This soil p ile tonins a mend surface layer and bright chromas below that do not meet the debnNon of doplead and Is& redosmorDhlc features.
Therefore has hydric cell no. is not mat.
Iron Deposita (95)
US Army Carps of Engineers Weso m Mountains. Valleys, and Coeur— Version 2.0
Welland Hydrology Indicators:
Primary IMiators (minimum W ane required; check WI Mat apply) Secondary Indsaft a (2 or more required)
SusaceWBler(Ai) WaftrSftirwN Lea. (Be) Wekr-Stalned Leaves(Be)
High WaterTeble(A2) sal MLRA 1, 2, 4A, and 413) MCRA 1, 2,", and all)
Situation (Ail) Suri Cruat(B11) Drainage Patterns (1310)
Waftr Made(Bt) Aquatic lnsanearetes(B13) Dr,-Seasen Water Table (C2)
Sediment Depots t82) Hydrogen Suthtle Otlor(C1) Satumam Moble on Aerial Imagery(CB)
Drift Deposits (B3) Oxdized Rhlaapherea Wang Lining Rook (C3) Geomorphic Position (132)
Nei Met or Crust (84) Presence of Reduced lron(Oq Shallow Aquitard(D3)
Iron Deposita (95) Recent Iron Reduction In Tilled Saila (CS) FAC-Reural Tag (DS)
Surface Soil Cmcka (66) Stuni or Stresses Plants (Di) (LRR A) Raised Ant Mounds (06) (LRR A)
inundation Vesta on Aerial Imagery (137) Otlasr(Egdain'm Sensorial) Frosl-Have Hummocks( D7)
Sparsely Vegetated Gonave Surfaa(Be)
Field Obsarystume
Surface Water Present? Yea No Depth (Incnee):
Water T.M. Present? Yes No Dem, (inches):
SeWretion Preeenty yea El NoinGutlescapillaryInnpe)
Depth (intlia): Wedmd Hydrolo yPresent? Vee No
Describe Recorded! Data (dream sales. monitoring well, anal ph.., Precious Inspections), If available:
Remark, Hydrology wa not present during Me sift vuB and there was nes essence M indicate wetland hydrogy.
USArmy Carps of Engineers Weso m Mountains. Valleys, and Coeur— Version 2.0
APPENDIX B
Wetland name or number A
RATING SUMMARY - Western Washington
Name of wetland (or ID It): Wetland A Date of site visit: 9/8/16
Rated by J Bartlett Trained by Ecology? X Yes _No Date of training 11/2014
HGM Class used for rating Slope Wetland has multiple HGM classes? --Y X N
NOTE: Form is not complete without the figures requested (figures can be combined).
Source of base aerial photo/map Google Earth
OVERALL WETLAND CATEGORY IV (based on functions X or special characteristics__)
1. Category of wetland based on FUNCTIONS
Category I — Total score = 23 — 27
Category II — Total score = 20 — 22
Category III —Total score = 16-19
X Category lV — Total score =9-15
FUNCTION Improving
Water Quality
Hydrologic Habitat
Wetland of High Conservation Value
Circle the appropriatera' s
Bog
Site Potential H M H M L H M L
Coastal Lagoon
Landscape Potential H M H M
None of the above
H M L
Value H M L H M L I H UM L TOTAL
Score Based on
Ratings
4 4 5 13
2. Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS of wetland
CHARACTERISTIC CATEGORY
Estuarine 1 11
Wetland of High Conservation Value I
Bog I
Mature Forest I
Old Growth Forest I
Coastal Lagoon 1 II
Interdunal I II III IV
None of the above X
Wetland Racing System for Western WA: 2014 Update
Rating Form - Effective January 1, 2015
Score for each
function based
on threeratingsorderof ratings
is not
important)
9= H,H,H
8 = H,H,M
7 = H,H,L
7 = H,M,M
6 = H,M,L
6 = M,M,M
5 = H,L,L
5 = M,M,L
4 = M,L,L
3 = LLL
Wedand name or number A
Maps and figures required to answer questions correctly for
Western Washington
Depressional Wetlands
Map of: answer questions:
Cowardin plant classes 1.3, H 1.1, H 1.4
Hydroperiods 1.4, H 1.2
Location of outlet (can be added to map cfhydmperiods)1.1, D 4.1
Boundary of area within 150 it of the wetland (con be added to an.2,
Figure
D 5.2
Map of the contributing basin 3, D 5.3WH2.1,H2.2,H2.31kmPolygon: Area that extends 1 km from entire wetland edge - i.1,
for accessible habitat and undisturbed habitatScreenH2.2, H 2.3polygons
capture of map of 303(d) listed waters in basin (from Ecolo.1, D 3.2ScreencaptureoflistofTMDLsforWRIAinwhichunitisfound (fro.3
2.2, H 2.3pal
Riverine Wetlands
Map of: er questions: Figure#
Cowardin plant classes 1.4
H droperiods
Fondled depressions
H 12
Boundary of area within 150ft ofthe wedand(can be added toanotherfigure)
Plant
Plant cover of dense trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants
cover of trees, shrubs, and herbaceousplants4.2Width
RH1.2
of unit vs. width of stream (con be added to anotherfigure)
S4.1
Map of the contributing basin 2.3, R 5.21kmPolygon: Area that extends 1 km from entire wetland edge - including
guns for accessible habitat and undisturbed habitatScreencaptureofmap2.2, H 2.3pal
of 303(d) listed waters in basin (from Ecology website)
Screen capture of list of TMDLs for WRIA in which unit is found(from web) R3.2, R 3.3
Lake Fringe Wetlands
Map of:To answer uestlons: F' re#
Cowardin plant classes L 1.1, L 4.1, H 1.1, H 1.4
plant classes
Plant cover of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants L 1.2
Boundary of area within 150 it of the wetland fcan be added to anotherfigure) L2.2
H 12
1 km Polygon: Area that extends 1 km from entire wetland edge- including H 2.1, H 2.2, H 2.3
polygons for accessible habitat and undisturbed habitat
Plant cover of dense trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants
Screen capture of map of 303(d) listed waters in basin (from Ecology website) L3.1, L3.2
Screen capture of list of TMDLs for WRIA in which unit is found (from web) L3.3
S4.1
Slope Wetlands
Map of.- To answer questions:
plant classes H 1.1, H 1.4
H dro eriods H 12
Plant cover of dense trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants 51.3
Plant cover of dense, rigid trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants
can be added tofigure above)
S4.1
TFIgre#
Cowardin
Boundary of 150 ft buffer(can be added to another figure) 52.1,55.1
1 km Polygon: Area that extends 1 km from entire wetland edge -including
polygons for accessible habitat and undisturbed habitat
H2.1, H2.2,H 2.3
Screen capture of ma of 303(d) listed waters in basin(from E: website) 53.1,53.2
ScreencaptureofIlstof TMots for WRIA In which unit is found (from web) S 3.3
Wetland Rating System for Western WA: 2014 Update
Rating Form - Effective January 1, 2015
Wetland name or number
HGM Classification of Wetlands in Western Washington
For questions 1-7, the criteria described must apply to the entire unit being rated.
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, identify which hydrologic criteria in
questions 1-7 apply, and go to Question B.
1. Are the water levels in the entire unit usually controlled by tides except during floods?
go to 2 YES - the wetland class is Tidal Fringe - go to 1.1
1.1 is the salinity of the water during periods of annual low flow below 0.5 ppt (parts per thousand)?
NO - Saltwater Tidal Fringe (Estuarine) YES - Freshwater Tidal Fringe
Ifyour wetland can be classified as a Freshwater Tidal Fringe use theforms for Riverine wetlands. If it
is Saltwater Tidal Fringe it is an Estuarine wetland and is not scored. This method cannot be used to
scorefractions for estuarine wetlands.
2. The entire wetland unit is flat and precipitation is the only source (>90%) of water to it. Groundwater
and surface water runoff are NOT sources of water to the unit
go to 3 YES - The wetland class is Flats
your wetland can be classified as a Flats wetland, use theformfor Depressional wetlands.
3. Does the entire wetland unit meet all of the following criteria?
The vegetated part of the wetland is on the shores of a body of permanent open water (without any
plants on the surface at any time of the year) at least 20 ac (8 ha) in size;
At least 30% of the open water area is deeper than 6.6 ft (2 m).
go to 4 YES - The wetland class is Lake Fringe (Lacustrine Fringe)
4. Does the entire wetland unit meet all of the following criteria?
The wetland is on a slope (slope can be verygraduao,
X 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,
X -The water leaves the wetland without being impounded.
NO - go to 5 ®- The wetland class is Slope
NOTE: Surface water does not pond in these type of wetlands except occasionally in very small and
shallow depressions or behind hummocks (depressions are usually <3 ft diameter and less than 1 ft
deep).
5. Does the entire wetland unit meet 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 2 years.
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NO -go to 6 YES - The wetland class is Riverine
NOTE: The Riverine unit can contain depressions that are filled with water when the river is not
Flooding
6. Is the entire wetland unit in a topographic depression in which water ponds, or is saturated to the
surface, at sometime during the year? This means that any outlet, ifpresent, is higher than the interior
of the wetland.
NO - go to 7 YES - The wetland class is Depressional
7. Is the entire wetland unit 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 ditched, but has no obvious natural
outlet
NO - go to 8 YES - The wetland class is Depressional
8. Your wetland unit seems to be difficult to classify and probably contains several different HGM
classes. For example, seeps at the base of a slope may grade into a riverine Floodplain, or a small
stream within a Depressional wetland has a zone of flooding along its sides. GO BACK AND IDENTIFY
WHICH OF THE HYDROLOGIC REGIMES DESCRIBED IN QUESTIONS 1-7 APPLY TO DIFFERENT
AREAS IN THE UNIT (make a rough sketch to help you decide). Use the following table to identify the
appropriate class to use for the rating system if you have several HGM classes present within the
wetland unit being scored.
NOTE: Use this table only if the class that is recommended in the second column represents 10% or
more of the total area of the wetland unit being rated. If the area of the HGM class listed in column 2
is less than 10% of the unit, classify the wetland using the class that represents more than 90% of the
total area.
HGM classes within the wetland unit
being rated
HGM class to
use in rating
Slope + Riverine Riverine
Slope + Depressional Depressional
Slope + Lake Fringe Lake Fringe
Depressional+ Riverine along stream
within boundary of depression
Depressional
Depressional + Lake Fringe Depressional
Riverine + Lake Fringe Riverine
Salt Water Tidal Fringe and any other
class of freshwater wetland
Treat as
ESTUARINE
Ifyou are still unable to determine which of the above criteria apply toyour wetland, or ifyou have
more than 2 HGM classes within a wetland boundary, classify the wetland as Depressionalfor the
rating.
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Water Quality Functions - Indicators that the site functions to improve water quality
51.0. Does the site have the potential to improve water quality?
52.2. Are there other sources of pollutants coming into the wetland that are not listed in question S 2.1?
Other sources Yes=1 No=O
51.1. Characteristicsof the average slope of the wetland: (a 1% slope has a 1 ft vertical drop in elevationfor every 0
100 ft of horizontal distance)
Total for 53 Add the points in the boxes above
Slope is 1% or less points= 3
Slope is > 1%-2% points = 2
Slope is > 2%-5% points =1
Slope is greater than 5% points =0
51.2.The soil 2'n belt wthe surface(or duff layerl is true clay or true organic use ARCS definitions): Yes =3 No=O 0
S 1.3. Characteristics of the plants in the wetland that trap sediments and pollutants: 1
Choose the points appropriate for the description that best fits the plants in the wetland. Densemeansyou
have trouble seeing the soil surface (>75% cover), and uncut means not grazed ormowed andplants are higher
than 6 in.
Dense, uncut, herbaceous plants> 90% of the wetland area points = 6
Dense, uncut, herbaceous plants> % of area points = 3
Dense, woody, plants > % of area points = 2
Dense, uncut, herbaceous plants> %of area points =1
Does not meet any of the criteria above for plants points = 0
Total forSl Add the points in the boxes above 1
Rating of Site Potential If score is: -12 = H _6-31= M X 0-S = L Record the rating on the first page
S 2.0. Does the landscape have the potential to support the water quality function ofthe site?
S2.1.Is>10% of the area within 150ft on the u phi 11 side of the wetland inland uses that generate pollutants?
Yes=1 No=O
0
52.2. Are there other sources of pollutants coming into the wetland that are not listed in question S 2.1?
Other sources Yes=1 No=O
0
Total for S 2 Add the points in the boxes above 0
Rating of Landscape Potential If score is: -2-2 = M X 0 = L Record the rating on the first page
5 3.0. Is the water quality improvement provided by the site valuable to society?
S 3.1. Does the wetland discharge directly (i.e., within 1 mi) to a stream, river, lake, or marine water that is on the
303(d)list? Yes=1 No=O
0
53.2. Is the wetland in a basin or sub -basin where water quality is an issue? At least one aquatic resource in the basin is
on the 303(d) list. Yes=1 No=O
1
53.3. Has the site been identified in a watershed or local plan as important for maintaining water quality? Answer YES
if there is a TMDLfor the basin in which unit isfound. Yes=2 No=O
0
Total for 53 Add the points in the boxes above f
Rating of Value If scare is:_2-4= H X 1=M _O = L Record the rating on the first page
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Hydrologic Functions - Indicators that the site functions to reduce flooding and stream erosion
S 4.0. Does the site have the potential to reduce flooding and stream erosion?
54.1. Characteristics of plants that reduce the velocity of surfaceflows duringstorms: Choosethe points appropriate 0
for the description that best flits conditions in the wetland. Stems ofplants should be thick enough (usually> r/
natural resources (e.g., houses or salmon redds) points= 2
a
in), or dense enough, to remain erect during surfaceflows.
Surface flooding problems are in a sub -basin farther down -gradient points= 1
Dense, uncut, rigid plants cover> 90% of the area of the wetland points=1
No flooding problems anywhere downstream points= 0
Rating of Site Potential Ifscore is:1=M X 0=L Record the rating on thefirst page
S 5.0. Does the landscape have the potential to support the hydrologic functions of the site?
5 5.1. Is more than 25% of the area within 150 it upslope of wetland inland uses or cover that generate excess
Rating of Landscape Potential If score is:_1=M X 0=L Record the rating on thefirst page
S 6.0. Are the hydrologic functions provided by the site valuable to society?
S6.1. Distance to the nearest areas downstream that have flooding problems: 1
The sub -basin immediately down -gradient of site has flooding problems that result in damage to human or
natural resources (e.g., houses or salmon redds) points= 2
Surface flooding problems are in a sub -basin farther down -gradient points= 1
No flooding problems anywhere downstream points= 0
56.2. Has the site been identified as important for flood storage or flood conveyance in a regional flood control plan? 0
Yes=2 No=O
Total for S 6 Add the points in the boxes above I
Rating of Value If score is:_2-4 = H X 1=111011 _O = L Record the rating on the first page
NOTES and FIELD OBSERVATIONS:
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These questions apply to wetlands of all HGM classes.
HABITAT FUNCTIONS - Indicators that site functions to provide important habitat
H 1.0. Does the site have the potential to provide habitat?
H1.1. Structure of plant community: Indicators are Cowardin classes and strata within the Forested class. Check the 1
Cowardin plant classes in the wetland. Up to 10 patches may be combined for each class to meet the threshold
of Y. ac ormore than 10% of the unit if it is smaller than 2.5 ac. Add the numberof structures checked.
Aquatic bed 4 structures or more: points = 4
Emergent 3 structures: points = 2
Scrub -shrub (areas where shrubs have> 30% cover) 2 structures: points =1
X Forested (areas where trees have> 30% cover) 1 structure: points =0
If the unit has a Forested class, check if..
X 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
H 1.2. Hydroperiods 1
Check the types of water regimes (hydroperiods) present within the wetland. The water regime has to cover
more than 10% of the wetland or % ac to count (see text for descriptions ofhydroperiods).
Permanently flooded or inundated 4 or more types present: points = 3
Seasonally flooded or inundated 3 types present: points = 2
Occasionally flooded or inundated 2 types present: points =1
X Saturated only 1 type present: points =0
X 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
H 1.3. Richness of plant species 1
Count the number of plant species in the wetland that cover at least 10 ft2.
Different patches of the same species can be combined to meet the size threshold and you do not have to name
thespecies. Do not Include Eurasian milfail, reed canarygrost, purple loosestrlfe, Canadian thistle
If you counted:> 19 species points = 2
5 -19 species points = 1
5 species points = 0
H 1.4. Interspersion of habitats 1
Decide from the diagrams below whether interspersion among Cowardin plants classes (described in H 1.11, or
the classes and unvegetated areas (can include open water or mudflats) is high, moderate, low, or none. Ifyou
havefourormore plant classes or three classes and open water, the rating is always high.
O 0 ® s
None =0 points Low =1 point Moderate =2 points
All three diagrams
in this row
are HIGH = 3points
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H 1.5. Special habitat features: 2
Checkthe habitat features that are present in the wetland. The number ofchecks is the number ofpoints.
H 2.1. Accessible habitat (include only habitat that directly abuts wetland unit).
Large, downed, woody debris within the wetland (> 4 in diameter and 6 ft long).
0
Standing snags (dbh > 4 in) within the wetland
5.3 %If
X Undercut banks are present for at least 6.6 ft (2 m) and/or overhanging plants extends at least 3.3 ft(1 m)
total accessible habitat is:
over a stream (or ditch) in, or contiguous with the wetland, for at least 33 If (10 m)
Stable steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskrat for denning (> 30 degree
points =3
slope) OR signs of recent beaver activity are present (cut shrubs or trees that have not yet weathered
20-33% of 1 km Polygon
where wood is exposed)
At least 34 ac of thin -stemmed persistent plants or woody branches are present in areas that are
points=1
permanently or seasonally inundated (structuresforegg-layingby amphibians)
10% of 1 km Polygon
X Invasive plants cover less than 25% of the wetland area in every stratum of plants (see H 1.1 for list of
strata)
Total for H1 Add the points in the boxes above 6
Rating of Site Potential If score is: -15-18 = H _7-14=M X 0-6=L Record the rating on the first page
H2.0. Does the landscape have the potential to support the habitat functions of the site?
H 2.1. Accessible habitat (include only habitat that directly abuts wetland unit). 0
Calculate: %undisturbed habitat 2_6 +((%moderate and low intensity land uses)/2]2_7 5.3 %If
total accessible habitat is:
3 (33.3%) of 1 km Polygon points =3
20-33% of 1 km Polygon points= 2
10-19% of 1 km Polygon points=1
10% of 1 km Polygon points= 0
H 2.2. Undisturbed habitat in 1 km Polygon around the wetland. 3
Calculate: % undisturbed habitat 73.5+[(% moderate and low intensity land uses)/2J6 79_5 %
Undisturbed habitat> 50% of Polygon points= 3
Undisturbed habitat 10-50% and in 1-3 patches points= 2
Undisturbed habitat 10-50%and > 3 patches points =1
Undisturbed habitat< 10% of l km Polygon points =0
H 2.3. Land use intensity 1n 1 km Polygon: If 0
50% of 1 km Polygon is high intensity land use points= (-2)
50% of 1 an Polygon is high intensity points =0
Total for H 2 Add th is in the boxes above 3
Haing or Landscape roxennal It score is. _V-b=H X1 -3=M _<1=L Record the rating on thefirst page
Is the habitat prow a y t e site valuableto society
H 3.1. Does the site provide habitat for species valued in laws, regulations, or policies? Choose only the highest score
that applies to the wetland being rated.
Site meets ANY of the following criteria: points= 2
It has 3 or more priority habitats within 100 in (see next page)
It provides habitat for Threatened or Endangered species (any plant or animal on the state or federal lists)
It is mapped as a location for an individual WDFW priority species
It is a Wetland of High Conservation Value as determined by the Department of Natural Resources
It has been categorized as an important habitat site in a local or regional comprehensive plan, in a
Shoreline Master Plan, or in a watershed plan
Site has 1 or 2 priority habitats (listed on next page) within 100 m points= l
Site does not meet any of the criteria above points = 0
Rating of Value If score is: -2 = H X 1=M _0 = L Record the rating on the first page
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WDFW Priority Habitats
Priority hhit is listed by WD (see complete descriptions ofWDFW priority habitats, and the counties in which they can
be found, in: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2008. Priority Habitat and Species List. Olympia, Washington.
177 pp. hap '//wdfw.M gov/Pid lications/00165/wdfw00165.ndf or access the list from here:
httm//•dfv vagpy/ nsemtian/ohs/list/)
Count how many of the following priority habitats are within 330 ft (100 m) of the wetland unit: NOTE: This question is
independentof the land use between the wetland unit and the priority habitat.
Aspen Stands: Pure or mixed stands of aspen greater than 1 ac (0.4 ha).
BiodiversltyAreas and Corridors: Areas of habitat that are relatively important to various species of native fish and
wildlife (full descriptions in WDFWPHS report).
Herbaceous Raids: Variable size patches of grass and forbs on shallow soils over bedrock.
Old-growth/Mature forests: Old,rowth west of Cascade crest -Stands of at least 2 tree species, forming a multi-
layered canopy with occasional small openings; with at least 8 trees/ac (20 trees/ha) > 32 in (81 cm) dbh or> 200
years of age. Mature forests -Stands with average diameters exceeding 21 in (53 cm) dbh; crown cover maybe less
than 100%; decay, decadence, numbers of snags, and quantity of large downed material is generally less than that
found in old-growth; 80-200 years old west of the Cascade crest
Oregon White Oak: Woodland stands of pure oak or oak/conifer associations where canopy coverage of the oak
component is important (full descriptions in WDFWPHS reportp. 158 -see web link above).
Riparian: The area adjacent to aquatic systems with Rowing water that contains elements ofboth aquatic and
terrestrial ecosystems which mutually influence each other.
Westside Prairies: Herbaceous, non -forested plant communities that can either take the form of a dry prairie or a wet
prairie (full descriptions in WDFWPHS report p. 161 - see web link above).
Instream: The combination of physical, biological, and chemical processes and conditions that interact to provide
functional life history requirements for instream fish and wildlife resources.
Nearshore: Relatively undisturbed nearshore habitats. These include Coastal Nearshore, Open Coast Nearshore, and
Puget Sound Nearshore. (full descriptions ofhabitats and the definition ofrelatively undisturbed are in WDFWreport -
see web link on previous page).
Caves: A naturally occurring cavity, recess, void, or system of interconnected passages under the earth in soils, rock,
ice, or other geological formations and is large enough to contain a human.
Cliffs: Greater than 25 ft (7.6 m) high and occurring below 5000 it elevation.
Talus: Homogenous areas ofrock rubble ranging in average size 0.5 - 6.5 R (0.15 - 2.0 m), composed of basalt, andesite,
and/or sedimentary rock including riprap slides and mine tailings. May be associated with cliffs.
Snags and Logs: Trees are considered snags if they are dead or dying and exhibit sufficient decay characteristics to
enable cavity excavation/use by wildlife. Priority snags have a diameter at breast height of> 20 in (51 cm) in western
Washington and are> 6.5 it (2 m) in height Priority logs are> 12 in (30 cm) in diameter at the largest end, and > 20 R
6 m) long.
Note: All vegetated wetlands are by definition a priority habitat but are not included in this list because they are addressed
elsewhere.
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CATEGORIZATION BASED ON SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Wetland Type.. Category
Checkoff any criteria that apply to the wetland. Circle the category when the appropriate criteria are met. _
SC 1.0. Estuarine wetlands
Does the wetland meet the following criteria for Estuarine wetlands?
The dominant water regime is tidal,
Vegetated, and
With a salinity greaterthan 0.5 ppt Yes–Go to SC 1.1 &of an estuarine wetland
SC 1.1. Is the wetland 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 No - Go to SC 1.2 Cat.1
SC 1.2. Is the wetland unit at least 1 ac in size and meets at least two of the following three conditions?
The wetland is relatively undisturbed (has no diking, ditching, filling, cultivation, grazing, and has less
than 10% cover of non-native plant species. (If non-native species are Spartha, seepage 25) Cat•I
At least % of the landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft buffer of shrub, forest, or un -grazed or un -
mowed grassland.
The wetland has at least two of the following features: tidal channels, depressions with open water, or Cat. 11
contiguous freshwater wetlands. Yes=Categoryl No=Category 11
SC 2.0. Wetlands of High Conservation Value (WHCV)
SC 2.1. Has the WA Department of Natural Resources updated their website to include the list ofs of High
Conservation Value? Yes–Go to SC 2.2 No– oto SC2.3 Cat.I
SC 2.2. Is the wetland listed on the WDNR database as a Wetland of High Conservation Value?
Yes = Category I No= ota WHCV
SC 2.3. Is the wetland in a Section/Township/Range that contains a Natural Heritage wetland?
http// l.dnr.wa.gov/nhplrefdesk/datasearch/wnhowetiands.Ddf
Yes–Contact WNHP/WDNR and go to SC 2.4 No=Nor a WHCV
SC 2.4. Has W DNR identified the wetland within the S/T/R as a Wetland of High Conservation Value and listed it on
their website? Yes = Category I No=Not a WHCV
SC 3.0. Bogs
Does the wetland (or any part of the unit) meet both the criteria for soils and vegetation in bogs? Use the key
below. Ifyou answer YES you will still need to rate the wetland based on its functions.
SC 3.1. Does an area within the wetland unit have organic soil horizons, either peals or mucks, th co ose 16 in or
more ofthe first 32 in of the soil profile? Yes–Goto SC3.3 lNoJGotoSC3.2
SC 3.2. Does an area within the wetland unit have organic soils, either peats or mucks, that are les n16 in deep
over bedrock, or an impermeable hardpan such as clay or volcanic ash, or that are floatin ofalake or
pond? Yes–Go to SC 3.3 No Is nota bog
SC 3.3. Does an area with peals or mucks have more than 70% cover of mosses at ground level, A easta 30%
cover of plant species listed in Table 4? Yes =Is a Category l bog No – Go to SC 3.4
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 in deep. If the pH is less than 5.0 and the
plant species in Table 4 are present, the wetland is a bog. Cat. I
SC 3.4. Is an area with peats or mucks forested (> 30% cover) with Sinks spruce, subalpine fir, western red cedar,
western hemlock, lodgepole pine, quaking aspen, Engelmann spruce, or western white pine, AND any of the
species (or combination of species) listed in Table 4 provide more than 30% of the cover under the canopy?
Yes =Is a Category l bog No=Is not a bog
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SC 4.0. Forested Wetlands
Does the wetland have at least 1 contiguous acre of forest that meets one of these criteria for the WA
Department of Fish and Wildlife's forests as priority habitats? Ifyou answer YES you will still need to rate
the wetland based on Its functions.
Old-growth forests (west of Cascade crest): Stands of at least two tree species, forming a multi -layered
canopy with occasional small openings; with at least 8 trees/ac (20 trees/ha) that are at least 200 years of
age OR have a diameter at breast height (dbh) of 321n (81 cm) or more.
Mature forests (west of the Cascade Crest): Stands where the largest trees are 80- 200 years old OR the
species that make up the canopy have an average diameter (dbh) exceeding 21 in (53 cm).
Yes= CategoryI No Not a forested wetland for this section Cat.I
SC 5.0. Wetlands in Coastal Lagoons
Does the wetland meet all of the following criteria of a wetland in a coastal lagoon?
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
The lagoon in which the wetland is located contains ponded water that is saline or brackish I> 0.5 ppt)
during most of the year in at least a portion of the lagoon(needseasured near the bottom) Cat.I
Yes -Go to SC 5.1 No - et a wetland In a coastal lagoon
SC 5.1. Does the wetland meet all of the following three conditions?
The wetland is relatively undisturbed (has no diking, ditching, filling, cultivation, grazing), and has less
than 20% cover of aggressive, opportunistic plant species (see list of species on p. 100). Cat. 11
At least '%of the landward edge of the wetland has a 100 ft bufferof shrub, forest, or un -grazed or un -
mowed grassland.
The wetland is larger than V. ac (4350 it')
Yes = Category I No=Category 11
SC 6.0. Interdunal Wetlands
Is the wetland west of the 1889 line (also called the Western Boundary of Upland Ownership or W BUO)? If
you answer yes you will still need to rate the wedandhosed on hs habitat 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 Cat
Ocean Shores-Copalis: Lands west of SR 115 and SR 109
yes -Go to SC 6.1 No not an interdunal wetland for rating
SC 6.1. Is the wetland 1 ac or larger and scores an 8 or 9 for the habitat functions on the form (rates H,H,H or H,H,M Cat. 11
for the three aspects of function)? Yes = Category I No -Go to SC 6.2
SC 6.2. Is the wetland 1 ac or larger, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is 1 ac or larger?
Yes=Category 11 No -Go to SC 6.3 Cat. 111
SC 6.3. Is the unit between 0.1 and 1 ac, or is it in a mosaic of wetlands that is between 0.1 and 1 ac?
Yes =Category 111 No=Category IV
Cat. IV
Category of wetland based on Special Characteristics
If you answered No for all types, enter"Not Applicable" on Summary Form
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