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Home My WebLink AboutHMP - HMP Habitat Managment Plan - 2/10/2006 RECEIVED FEB 10 2006 t Lee Boad Habitat Management Planning and Wetland Se i vy Wetland Delineation • Habitat Management Plans • Riparian Restoration • itigaiion • Biological Evaluation 7' 1 LBHMPWS 210 RAC -"� Page 1 of 3 Jerry Vermillion FEB 10 'tuob 8371 East Highway 106 Union,WA 98592 MASON COUNTY RE: Habitat Management Plan Addendum Introduction At the request of Jerry Vermillion an addendum to the Habitat Management Plan has been prepared for the proposed tree removal on parcels 322344400010, 322353200130,and 322344400000. The ownership lies within three types of Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas(F)WHCA): 1) a 100- foot vegetative buffer required for the shoreline of Hood Canal; 2)a Type 4 stream buffer of 100 feet; and 3) Pileated Woodpecker habitat which is afforded some level of protection in Mason County. The original HMP provided mitigation measures primarily focused on the selective preservation of old growth conifers and standing dead trees. The original proposal also involved minimal tree removal within the marine shoreline buffer. It has since been determined that extensive tree removal within the shoreline buffer is necessary due to the presence of danger trees in proximity to power lines and Highway 106. Safety issues have also hindered the ability to preserve selected old growth trees identified in the initial HMP. This addendum serves as a modification of the original HMP to address the removal of danger trees within the shoreline buffer. A slight change in recommended mitigation is also provided in the form of providing and additional habitat patch instead of leaving 6-old growth conifers within a tree removal zone. Timber Harvest Timber harvest on parcels 322344400010 and 322344400000 will be focused on a 200-foot strip of upland area located south of the 100-foot shoreline buffer. The harvest zone will also include removal of all danger trees within the shoreline buffer that pose a threat to state route 106 and the associated power lines. This will likely include most of the trees within the buffer. The Species targeted for removal include western red cedar western hemlock,red alder, and big leaf maple. Revised Proiect Impacts Harvest of timber was originally proposed outside the 100 foot shoreline buffer. As it has now been determined that most of the trees within the buffer meet the definition danger trees, removal of large overstory trees within the buffer is now proposed. This being the case,the harvest area will also encroach into the 100 foot buffer associated with the Type 4 Stream. The primary impact of the proposed harvest will be the loss of forested cover and potential nesting and roosting habitat. This will PO Box 2854 Belfair,Washington 98528•Cell Phone 360-620-0618.Office Phone 360-372-2421•boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Addendum Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 2 of 3 likely impact use of the site by terrestrial wildlife species. Re-planting of the harvest area is recommended to eventually restore overstory structure to the site. Understory shrubs and groundcovers with relatively strong root systems are expected to persist. Two Habitat Preservation Patches have been flagged on parcel 322353200130 to be left for the purpose of maintaining some canopy cover, and old growth characteristics such as standing dead trees. Revised Mitigation Additional Habitat Preservation Patch The original plan called for six old growth Douglas firs to be left within the harvest area. Due to the danger tree issues,the preservation of these trees has been substituted with the establishment of an additional habitat patch. The two habitat patches have been identified and flagged within parcel 322353200130. These areas will be left entirely undisturbed. The site plan has been revised to show the location of the additional patch. Shoreline Buffer Re-vegetation Planting of native vegetation within the entire harvest area within the two larger parcels is recommended. This area includes both the shoreline buffer and the upland harvest zone. The following species should be used for planting in the designated area: Trees: western red cedar(Thuja plicata) Douglas fir(Pseudotsuga menziesii) Western Hemlock Shrubs: nootka rose (Rosa nutkana) salal (Gaultheria shallon) evergreen huckleberry(Vaccinium ovatum) Ferns: sword fern(Polystichum munitum) Groundcover: kinnikinnik(Arcostaphylus uva-ursi) coastal strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis) Tree Species Ratio The existing ratio of species presence has been estimated to establish target ratios for re-planting. The target tree community is the following based on existing species percentages. Western red cedar 40% Big leaf maple 30% Douglas fir 5% Hemlock 10% Alder 15% It is expected that big leaf maple will naturally re-established from remaining stumps, while red alder will naturally re-seed. Therefore, artificial installation need only include hemlock, Douglas fir, and PO Box 2854,Belfair,WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Addendum Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 3 of 3 western red cedar. Recommended percentages of species to be artificially planted within the given would then be adjusted as follows. Western Red Cedar 70% Douglas fir 10% Hemlock 15% Native Planting Guidelines It is recommended restoration of the harvest area be done to achieve the following densities. Any native volunteer plants should be counted towards target densities to avoid over planting. This being the case, minimal shrub, fern,or groundcover planting may be necessary. trees- 10' on center shrubs-5' on center ferns- 3' on center herbaceous groundcover—6 inches on center These densities will provide a moderately dense, structurally diverse plant community within the preservation and restoration area. Supplemented plants yield the highest survival if planted during winter dormancy. The optimum time for planting is during February and March. Invasive species such as Himalayan blackberry, reed canary grass,Japanese knotweed, and English Ivy may invade the restoration zones. These species are stubborn competitors for light and nutrients and limit success of native plants. Invasive species should be removed from the restoration zones should they invade. Conclusion As public safety is the number one priority,the presence of danger trees in proximity to State Route 106 and associated power lines make the proposed tree removal unavoidable. Mitigation has been revised to address the additional tree removal needed to maintain public safety. An additional mitigation patch has been identified to preserve the use of the site by pileated woodpecker and mitigate for overstory tree removal within critical habitat. I trust this information is sufficient for your needs at this time. Thank you for choosing me as your environmental consultant. If you have any questions feel free to call. Lee Boad Senior Ecologist Attached: Revised Site Map PO Box 2854,Belfair,WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com I,ee Road Habt at Mar►agement plannim and Wetland 5ervice5 CI►ent; Jerr� Vermillion 8311 �aA Highway 106 Union, WA 98592 Not a 5urve4 All Locations Approximate Habttat patch to be preserved -proposed Driveway parcel#3?M5520000 100' 5horel ine Puffer i Nabttat patch t ► Stream PufferHavest PazJary to be preserved ► ; enhancement Zane 100' Buffer/ _ type h Stream scale; 1"-225'-O" parcel#52234440000 Parcel#5M2 4400010 .. 1 Appendix C. DNR Water Resource Map •*ITQ5fi108• +Iob, ^lr 5102 lb + 44 r 17051" 1lavos 2. 11 J 17 8 +1704'190, 1704U2 i f,7041ft 88 3 t s Palo see ud t 7.. , . y SMAIET Steam Waha Type 1-5(Eut ude) *Prptet setr wd Skeam Type Unlmown(Ease sidc) �77it40$8 �74�4,El0' �t7fJ4i82 ^,/�w„tr1ype �u�* S.F.Np.No(Wert side) 17441 $ (we't Side 1 inch = 1 mile � ) °ate°"° _ c Water Type Ch.& ;#4 r` 17 Approximate I 1 4_ * + location of + Identified Type 4 Stream project site Project Name: Vermillion Client: Jerry Vermillion Parcel #: 322344400000, 322344400010, and 322353200130, Date: November, 2005 J Lee Boad Habitat Management Planning and Wetland Services 7 Wetland Delineation • Habitat Management Plans • Riparian Restoration • Mitigation • Biological Evaluation Vermillion Project Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington Prepared for: Jerry Vermillion 8371 East Highway 106 Union, WA 98592 Prepared by: Lee Boad November, 2005 PO Box 2854 Belfair, Washington 98528•Cell Phone 360-620-0618.Office Phone 360-372-2421•boad40@peoplepc.com r Table of Contents Vermillion Project Habitat Management Plan 1.0 Introduction......................................................................1 2.0 Project Description..............................................................1 3.0 Property Description.............................................................2 4.0 Applicable Setbacks.............................................................3 5.0 Species Information.............................................................4 6.0 Potential Development Impacts................................................6 7.0 Mitigation Measures............................................................7 8.0 Monitoring........................................................................11 9.0 Conclusion........................................................................11 Appendix A: Plot Map Appendix B: Vicinity Map Appendix C: DNR Stream Type Map Appendix D: WDFW Priority Habitat and Species Map Recommended Citation: Lee Boad Habitat Management Planning and Wetland Services. November 2005. Vermillion Project, Habitat Management Plan. Belfair,WA. Prepared for Jerry Vermillion. 1 Lee Boad Habitat Manaizement Planning and Wetland Services Wetland Delineation • Habitat Management Plans • Riparian Restoration - Mitigation • Biological Evaluation LBHMPWS 210 Page 1 of 15 1.0 Introduction At the request of Jerry Vermillion a Habitat Management Plan has been prepared for a proposal to construct an easement road through parcel# 322344400010 to parcel#3223532000130. A portion of the road will be located within the regulated shoreline buffer of Hood Canal. Guidance on the harvest of timber within parcels 322344400010, 322353200130, and 322344400000 is also provided in this report. The ownership lies within three types of Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas (FWHCA): 1)a 100-foot vegetative buffer required for the shoreline of Hood Canal; 2)a Type 4 stream buffer of 100 feet; and 3)Pileated Woodpecker habitat which is afforded some level of protection in Mason County. The site is mapped in the SEIA of the SE 1/4 of Section 34 of Township 22 North, Range 3 West. All field work and reporting associated with this report has been conducted by Lee Boad. All observations relate to the above mentioned project site unless otherwise stated. 2.0 Project Description The access road location has been determined according to what is described in an easement agreement recorded in the deed to parcel 322344400010. The road will begin on the northern edge of property south of State Route 106 and parallel the highway angling partially east. Approximately 1000 square feet of the access road lies within the regulated shoreline buffer of the Hood Canal. The majority of the road will be constructed over existing road grades with the exception of a portion that will cut through approximately 40-feet of hillside. Minimal vegetation removal and grading will be necessary to construct the road. PO Box 2854 Belfair,Washington 98528•Cell Phone 360-620-0618.Office Phone 360-372-2421•boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 2 of 15 ti Figure 1.The majority of the road will be constructed over existing road grade. Timber harvest on parcels 322344400010 and 322344400000 will be focused on a 200-foot strip of upland area located south of the 100-foot shoreline buffer. The harvest zone will span the entire width of the 322344400010 and a partial width of 322344400000. Species targeted for removal include western red cedar and big leaf maple. With the exception of danger trees, it is recommended that no harvest occur within the type 4 stream buffer due to the presence of important habitat features and presence of critical habitat. Timber harvest on parcel 322353200130 will span further south than what is proposed on the other properties. This is primarily due to the objective of establishing a site suitable for establishment of a single family residence and opening up a view corridor. Species targeted for removal include mostly Douglas fir. 3.0 Property Description Parcel 322344400000 is comprised of 21 acres of a mixed deciduous/coniferous forest with scattered standing dead trees. The majority of vegetation is red alder. A type 4 stream runs from south to north through the parcel. The stream is mapped as a type"U"stream by the Department of Natural Resources. "U" is used to describe streams which have an unknown stream classification. Based on the reasoning that the stream has a defined channel, the stream does not go dry at any time of the year, and it is non- fish-bearing, it is classified as a Type 4 stream. See Appendix 3 for the DNR Water Resource Map. The majority of the stream is surrounded by a relatively intact riparian area with the exception of the segment flowing down an old road grade for approximately 40-feet. The property slopes upward to the south from the northern area adjacent to State Route 106. Due to the presence of standing dead trees and signs of consistent foraging activity in proximity to the small stream,critical habitat for Pileated Woodpecker is present. PO Box 2854,Belfair, WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 3 of 15 r M a� f Figure 2.Figure 3.Pileated Woodpecker foraging excavations. Parcel 322344400010 is comprised of 15 acres of a mixed deciduous and coniferous old growth forest with scattered standing dead trees. Vegetation within the harvest area is predominately western red cedar and big leaf maple, while the majority of the ownership is dominated by red alder. The site slopes upward to the south from the northern, level area adjacent to State Route 106. The northern edge of the parcel is encompassed by approximately 30 feet of the 100 foot vegetative buffer of the Hood Canal. An old road grade exists partially within the shoreline buffer, and is a prime location for the proposed access road to the adjacent parcel. Parcel 322353200130 is comprised of 2 acres of old growth forested upland dominated by large Douglas fir and big leaf maples. A portion of the property is captured by the 100 foot shoreline buffer; however, the protected area is comprised of mostly steep slopes. Standing dead trees with Pileated Woodpecker foraging excavations have been observed within this parcel as well. Based on the observed amount of usage, critical habitat for pileated woodpecker is present. 4.0 Applicable Setbacks This project site is within the jurisdiction of Mason County. Ordinance 17.01.110 identifies Fish and Wildlife Habitat Conservation Areas adopted by Mason County. The applicable FWHCA setbacks for this project are as follows: Habitat Type Buffer Building Setback Marine Shoreline 100, 15, Type 4 Stream 100, 15' PO Box 2854,Belfair, WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office:360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 4 of 15 5.0 Species Information Puget Sound Chinook(Oncorhynchus tshawytsha)-Threatened Listed as threatened since March 24, 1999 adult Puget Sound Chinook spawn in several rivers and streams flowing into Puget Sound. In the vicinity of the proposed project area, summer/fall Chinook spawn in the Tahuya and Skokomish rivers. These stocks are assumed to be of hatchery origin. Neither the harvest of timber nor the proposed construction of the access road, will have impacts on Puget Sound Chinook. This is primarily due to absence of spawning habitat within the project site and the fact that no shoreline modification or riparian vegetation removal is proposed. Hood Canal Summer Chum(Oncorhynchus keta)-Threatened Hood Canal Summer Chum spawning areas in proximity to the site include the Union River and, historically, the Tahuya River. Recovery efforts are in place to restore naturally spawning summer chum populations to the Tahuya system while the Union stock remains healthy. The parcel is in proximity to the marine shoreline, which represents foraging and migration habitat for adult and juvenile summer chum. The proposed access road will have no adverse impact on summer chum or associated foraging habitat because the project is located away from the shoreline. The harvest of timber on this parcel will have no adverse impact on summer chum or associated foraging habitat because the proposed logging is in compliance with shoreline buffer regulations. Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)- Threatened Habitat areas associated with Bald Eagle include uneven aged coniferous stands with some old-growth components. Nests are typically constructed in larger trees with dead or broken tops providing an unobstructed view of nearby water. Snags and trees with exposed lateral limbs, or dead tops are used as perches and defense stations. Wintering bald eagles have been observed in proximity to the area. Large dead trees are present on the properties and should not be removed. The proposed harvest of timber is expected to decrease future habitat potential of the site. Re-planting of harvest areas is recommended to maintain long term habitat potential. Enhancement of the type 4 stream buffer is recommended to mitigate for the temporal loss in forested cover of the site. The site is not located within a mapped priority habitat or species site according to the WDFW Priority Habitat and Species Database. PO Box 2854, Belfair, WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office:360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 5 of 15 s..� _ l Figure 4. Large standing dead trees such as this should not be removed unless documented as a immediate threat to safety. Pileated Woodpecker Drycopus Pileatus)—Species of Importance The Pileated Woodpecker is listed as a candidate species by the Department of Fish and Wildlife, and is considered a Species of Importance in Mason County. The pileated woodpecker lives in coniferous and deciduous forests,preferring large, dead trees for nesting. The Pileated Woodpecker digs characteristically rectangular holes in trees to find ants. Pileated woodpeckers seldom use clearcuts, but will forage in clearcuts or shelterwood cuts if substantial foraging habitat is retained. The majority of Pileated Woodpecker indicators within the project site have been observed within the type 4 stream buffer and on the western portion of parcel 322353200130 where large snags are present. The WDFW recommendations for coniferous forests (stands with>70%conifer stems)of about 60 years of age or older include maintaining>70%canopy closure and an average of>5 nest snags/10 ha(2 snags/10 ac)that are>76 cm dbh(30 in). In areas used for nesting and roosting, an average of 18 large snags/ha(7 snags/ac) and 8 decaying large trees/ha(3 trees/ac) should be retained. Trees>27.5 m(>90 ft) in height should be retained to provide nesting and roosting structures(Aubry and Raley 2002b). Overall,pileated woodpeckers selected larger trees for roosting than those used for nesting Based on Aubry and Raley's (2002b)work in the Olympics,trees between 155 and 309 cm dbh(61-122 in) should be retained for roosting. Due to the presence of critical habitat, removal of standing dead trees will be avoided to the extent feasible. The proposed access road is located in an area where removal of vegetation will be minimal. A habitat patch on parcel 322353200130 has been identified and recommended for preservation. Old growth trees within the harvest zone have been selected to be left. The recommended enhancement and preservation of the riparian corridor is important to protect site specific habitat components important to Pileated Woodpecker. With the exception of the residential development zone,replanting harvested areas is recommended to sustain long term habitat potential. PO Box 2854,Belfair,WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office:360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 6 of 15 Remaining unharvested segments of the ownership will continue to provide habitat necessary to sustain the continued use of the area by Pileated Woodpecker. Marbled Murrelet(Brachyramphus marmoratus) - Threatened Marbled Murrelets are typically associated with coastal habitats and nest in old-growth forests. Murrelets may fly as far as 50 miles inland to nest, however the average distance is roughly 5-miles from nest to sea. It is only during the summer breeding months that they are commonly found inland. During non-nesting seasons they live at sea. Murrelets require tall mossy trees in coniferous old growth forests with cavities on thick branches where they can construct a cup nest 20-40 meters above the forest floor. Murreletts have been documented laying eggs on rocky ground habitats only when a sufficient forest is unavailable. There are no documented nesting sites surrounding or within the project site. The old growth trees located on the project site do not contain thick lateral limbs (platforms)necessary for nesting. Due to the lack of usage or potential nesting sites neither the harvest of timber or construction of the access road will have adverse impacts on the Marbled Murrelet. Re planting of harvest areas outside the residential development zone is recommended to maintain future habitat potential. Northern Spotted Owl (Stria occidentalis caurina)- Threatened Spotted owls require a large amount of land for their nesting and hunting grounds; pairs may occupy up to 58 sq. km. They are territorial and do not migrate,but they may shift their ranges slightly in response to seasonal changes. Suitable spotted owl habitat includes trees relatively large in diameter in the stand, multi-layered forest canopy with a moderate to high canopy closure in overstory, midstory, and understory, large, tall, live trees with cavities, broken tops, mistletoe, or platforms of branches capable of holding accumulated organic matter suitable for use as a nest. Dead standing trees and fallen decayed trees supporting abundant populations of prey species are critical to spotted owl populations. The forest area within the project site may have potential habitat for spotted owl although there are no indicators or documentation of current utilization. Mitigation measures such as protection of standing dead trees,replanting harvest areas, and leaving selected old growth trees are recommended to preserve habitat components important to spotted owl. The access road will have no impacts on the spotted owl as minimal vegetation removal will occur. 6.0 Potential Proiect Impacts Harvest of timber is recommended to occur outside the 100 foot shoreline buffer of Hood Canal with the exception of confirmed danger trees. It is also recommended that the harvest area not encroach into the 100 foot buffer associated with the Type 4 Stream. The primary impact of the proposed harvest will be the temporary loss of forested cover which may impact use of the site by terrestrial wildlife species, including Pileated Woodpecker. Preservation of standing dead trees is recommended to maintain critical foraging and nesting habitat. PO Box 2854,Belfair, WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 7 of 15 The proposed access road lies partially within the building setback of the Hood Canal. The majority of the road is proposed within an already cleared path used historically by motorized vehicles. Vegetation Disturbance Forested cover will be removed from the designated harvest area. Understory shrubs and groundcovers with relatively strong root systems are expected to persist. Six old growth Douglas fir have been flagged on parcel 322353200130 to be left for the purpose of maintaining some canopy cover and old growth characteristics. The construction of the access road will displace approximately 1000 square feet of shoreline buffer comprised mostly of cleared area and existing road grade. Two cedars and three maples are currently located in a portion of the proposed road location. Noise Pollution An increase in noise from construction activities is anticipated during daylight construction hours. The project site is not within the radii of concern for any listed species that may be affected by increased noise from construction. No impacts from noise are expected to occur. Temporary Increase in Sediment and Turbidity The proposed work has potential to temporarily increase turbidity and suspended sediment within the project area. Best Management Practices are recommended to minimize this impact. 7.0 Mitigation Measures The mitigation measures described below reflect measures the landowner has expressed willingness to adhere to and implement. 7.1 Recommended Best Management Practices Best Management Practices for this project are as follows: • Perform work during dry weather. • Install silt fencing down slope of the work area to prevent erosion and siltation of waters. • Minimize amount of erodible soils at any given time to the maximum extent feasible. • Check all equipment daily for leaks. Refueling and lubrication of equipment should occur off site. Do not store any fuel, lubricants, chemicals, or hazardous substances outside overnight within the project area. • Do not apply any chemicals when there is a possibility of rain. 7.2. Avoidance Mitigation Preservation of Regulated Shoreline Buffers With the exception of danger trees, no harvest is currently recommended or proposed within the regulated shoreline buffer or the type 4 stream buffer. Preservation of Critical Habitat Features PO Box 2854,Belfair,WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office:360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 8 of 15 Standing dead trees will not be removed from any portion of the project site unless in a location where they are deemed a safety hazard. The road location has been selected based on the least amount of vegetation disturbance necessary and the ability to utilize portions of existing road grades. Preservation of Old Growth Components Six old growth fir trees have been selected on parcel 322353200130 to be left for the purpose of maintaining overstory habitat structure and a moderate level of canopy cover within the harvest area. A habitat patch comprised of foraging snags used by pileated woodpecker has been identified and flagged within parcel 322353200130. This area will be left entirely undisturbed. f b ►;y 1 d t Figure 5.This habitat patch has been identified based on its old growth components and signs of usage by species of importance(pileated woodpecker). 7.3 Compensation Mitigation Given the proximity of critical habitat within and in proximity to the project site,the harvest areas on the two large parcels should be replanted using the species and density guidelines recommended for the buffer enhancement. Type 4 Stream Buffer Enhancement An area within the Type 4 stream buffer has been identified to be used as a compensatory mitigation zone. The enhancement of the stream buffer is intended to improve its ability to provide habitat for wildlife and maintain water quality of the site. The riparian area recommended for enhancement PO Box 2854,Belfair, WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office:360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 9 of 15 includes an old road grade and cleared area. The landowners wish to continue to use the road to access the eastern portion of the property via ATV. To improve the habitat value of the site congruent with maintaining ATV access,this area will be reduced to a 4-foot wide path and restored via-installation of habitat features and native planting. A minimum of five logs cut at 8-10 foot lengths will be placed into the stream buffer enhancement zone to provide nurse log habitat. The logs can be acquired from trees removed during logging activity. Planting of native vegetation within the zone is recommended as well. The following species should be used for planting in the designated area: Trees: western red cedar(Thuja plicata) Douglas fir(Pseudotsuga menziesii) Shrubs: nootka rose (Rosa nutkana) salmonberry(rubus spectabilis) salal (Gaultheria shallon) evergreen huckleberry(Vaccinium ovatum) Ferns: sword fern(Polystichum munitum) Groundcover: kinnikinnik(Arcostaphylus uva-ursi) coastal strawberry(Fragaria chiloensis) Native Planting Guidelines It is recommended that plantings be installed within the identified restoration zone to achieve the following densities. Any native volunteer plants should be counted towards target densities to avoid over planting. trees- 10' on center shrubs-5' on center ferns- 3' on center herbaceous groundcover—6 inches on center These densities will provide a moderately dense, structurally diverse plant community within the preservation and restoration area. Supplemented plants yield the highest survival if planted during winter dormancy. The optimum time for planting is during February and March. Invasive species such as Himalayan blackberry, reed canary grass, Japanese knotweed, and English Ivy may invade the restoration zones. These species are stubborn competitors for light and nutrients and limit success of native plants. Invasive species should be removed from the restoration zone should they invade. PO Box 2854, Belfair,WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 10 of 15 A small bridge or culvert should be installed to avoid further siltation of waters associated with the existing stream crossing. Figure 6.Stream buffer enhancement zone is currently used as a road which Cords the type 4 stream. f' y �pc F,r �2djF :"i✓.r �� tti,�✓ Y 6."� '"at�,'alM1rr"" Y ;� v►C� Figure 7.The stream buffer enhancement zone also includes a cleared`hillside area Financial Guarantees Financial guarantees for the installation and monitoring of the mitigation will be required in the form of a performance bond. The first cost is associated with installation of habitat features and the second is associated with monitoring of the site. It is recommended that a forester or landscape contractor prepare PO Box 2854, Belfair, WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail:boad40@peoplepc.com Habitat Management Plan Mason County, Washington LBHMPWS 210 Page 11 of 15 a cost estimate for reforestation of the harvest areas within parcels 322344400010 and 322344400000 and recommended enhancement of the stream buffer. The monitoring estimate assumes three years of monitoring at $200 per visit and reporting which will total $600 for the three years. The total bond amount will need to be deposited prior to permit approval and be released to the depositor on successful completion of the recommended mitigation and monitoring as applicable. 8.0 Monitoring Monitoring of the site will begin the first fall following project completion and maintained on a seasonal basis. The information gathered will provide the following: 1) condition of introduced plant species; 2) the use of the site by Pileated woodpecker; 3) any effect on critical areas that the timber harvest or access road caused; 4) any occurrence of exotic species within the recommended restoration zone 5)any corrective measures that may be deemed necessary to provide desired conditions. This monitoring will be in effect for the duration of three years. The information gathered will be provided in an annual report and submitted to the Director of Mason County Department of Community Development. 9.0 Conclusion The proposed timber harvest will occur outside of the regulated shoreline buffer and the Type 4 Stream buffer. Standing dead trees will not be removed unless they are deemed a safety hazard. Best Management Practices are recommended to insure no negative impacts to aquatic habitat. Mitigation recommendations include the avoidance of regulated buffers and critical habitat features within the parcel, replanting of harvest areas, and stream buffer enhancement. No impacts to water quality or shoreline habitat are predicted to result from the harvest of timber. Impacts to terrestrial habitat for species of importance will be minimized through the recommended mitigation. The proposed access road is partially within the regulated shoreline buffer. The road involves displacing 1000 square feet of shoreline buffer. Mitigation recommendations include vegetation enhancement within the Type 4 stream buffer and the application of Best Management Practices. Mitigation Measures, and Best Management Practices, have been identified to avoid impacts associated with proposed construction. I trust this information is suffi lent for your needs at this time. Thank you for choosing me as your environmental consultant. you have any questions feel free to call. Lee Boad Senior Ecologist Attached: Appendix A: Plot Map Appendix B: Site Vicinity Map Appendix C: DNR Stream Type Map Appendix D: Priority Habitat and Species Map PO Box 2854,Belfair,WA 98528 cell:360-620-0618,Office: 360-372-2421 e-mail: boad40@peoplepc.com Lee Poad Habitat MawemerrL Plannirp and Wetland 5ervice5 Client, Jerry Vermillion T11 fast h4va4 106 Union, WA 98592 Not a Survey All Locations Approximate Six Old-Growth noucglas F irs to t emaln 106 _= �'—j� �—proposed driveway y parcel#32255320WO — — 100' Shorel ine Buffer r Habrtat patch 1-1arve50oundar4 to be preserved s Stream Buffer I r t �n cement Zone 100 Puffer/ � J' Type 4 5tream scale; I''-225'-O" parcel#3M4440000 parcel#32234400010 Appendix B. Site Vicinity Map pp�p� pf s _ i y I I •� rEt •bo" -z ,to R_ _ 1J ^w '1 t — Approximate ,<{ e location of -�-- -'. � 1 inch= 1 mile project Project Name: Vermillion Client: Jerry Vermillion Date: November 9, 2005 Appendix C. DNR Water Resource Map i+ 4 1705008 +7051 f M 5102 yc +i705104 0 *1705100 1705108 1 y J t 1704.088 1704180 1704182 17041 17084188 88 '�•r„� t + s Puyot Son W4 t t 4, SYRFAIM ,-+ v/Stream War Type 1-5(Fist a POW sound �Ty"Unk w(Faaside) +7040Fi8 �1704 t 84 4-704182 ,V St—Wat •rya f ti S•F.Np,Ns(West X&) 17Qg1 8 Street Type U,*wm 1 inch = 1 miIP �, (a e4,&) r- c - _ wi«Typecnage .n tJ 17 Approximate 1 0414 location of Identified Type 4 Stream project site ,.�� Project Name: Vermillion Client: Jerry Vermillion Parcel#: 322344400000, 322344400010, and 322353200130, Date: November, 2005 Appendix D. 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