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                                 CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS
                               Department of Planning and Development


                         Wetlands Survey and Analysis

                                  Applied Research Center


                                Patrick Henry CommerCenter



                              Oakland Plantation Industrial Park





                 Newport News (Va.). Dept. of Planning and Deveopment.


                              Wetlands Survey and Analysis

                                     Applied Research Center
                                 Patrick Henry CommerCenter
                              Oakland Plantation Industrial Park














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               LIST OF MAPS



               MAP

               1.1    Applied Research Center ....  Study Map
               1.2    Applied Research Center ....  Detailed Map
               1.3    Applied Research Center ....  Phase 1 Conceptual Site Plan

               2.1    Oakland Industrial Park .... Study Map
               2.2    Oakland Industrial Park .... (Area 1 & 2) - Detailed Map
               2.3    Oakland Industrial Park .... (Area 3) - Detailed Map
               2.4    Oakland Industrial Park .... Master Plan

               3.1    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... Study Map
               3.2    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... (Area 1) - Detailed Map
               3.3    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... (Area 2 & 3)- Detailed Map
               3.4    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... (Area 4) - Detailed Map
               3.5    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... (Area 5) - Detailed Map
               3.6    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... Environmental Conditions
               3.7    Patrick Henry CommerCenter    .... Proposed Land Use













                                            WETLANDS IDENTIFICATION SURVEY



                Introduction


                The following is a comprehensive report documenting the evaluations of three designated
                project locations for the purpose of identifying nontidal wetlands. These properties which are
                managed by the Industrial Development Authority of Newport News, are the Applied Research
                Center, Oakland Plantation Industrial Park, and Patrick Henry CommerCenter. For the most
                part, these industrial parks are in the planning stages and/or the early development phases.

                Questionable sites within the industrial parks were identified by preliminary investigation using
                standard and infrared aerial photography, and NWI maps. On-site wetland delineations were
                conducted in accordance with the 1989 Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating
                Jurisdictional Wetlands. Each site was tested for the presence of the three wetland criterion
                @hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, wetland hydrology) using the routine method as outlined
                in the manual.


                The results and findings of the wetland investigations include inventory, field notes, data sheets,
                and maps of potential nontdal wetland areas. Background information on soils is insufficient
                because no soil survey exists for the cities of the Lower Peninsula including the City of Newport
                News. Also, native vegetation dominating Southeastern Virginia meets the hydrophytic criteria.

                Applied Research Center

                A field investigation was conducted for the presence of nontidal wetlands on 74.66 acres of the
                ARC Development Site in Newport News. Normal environmental conditions exist and there is
                no evidence of significant disturbance of the site, Overall, the site is generally flat with
                vegetation indigenous to the area.

                There were no obvious visual signs to indicate the pre     sence of nontidal wetland areas (e.g.
                ground surface inundation, soil saturation). However, there was a questionable area near the
                William and Mary property. A small nontidal wetland area indicated on the NWI maps (see Map
                1.1). Therefore, 3 test plots were explored in the main portion of the ARC site along Oyster
                Point Road (see Map 1.2). These plots were chosen in areas that might have been inundated
                at some time (e.g. tufts of grass, small depressions, raised trees, slight buttressing). An 18" pit
                was dug and the 3 wetland criterion were analyzed at each plot. Using the 50/20% Dominance
                Rule, the vegetation at each plot met the hydrophytio vegetation criterion, which as mentioned
                before is typical for Newport News. Also, at each plot no water was found in the 18' deep pit.
                The sandy-clay soil (80:20 ratio) was well-drained. The hydric soil criterion and the wetland
                hydrology criterion appear not to have been met. From the data provided, the test areas do not
                provide sufficient evidence to support the presence of nontidal wetlands.





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                 Oakland Industrial Park


                 This site in Oakland Industrial Park investigated for the presence of nontidaJ wetlands consisted
                 of two parcels adjacent to Option, Inc. Normal environmental conditions exist and the
                 vegetation, soil, and hydrology have not been significantly disturbed.

                 Area 1 -       Although the initial routine investigation of vegetation, soil, and hydrology did not
                                support the evidence of nontidal wetlands, there are two questionable low lying
                                areas on site (see Map 2.2). In these areas, were evidence of water stained
                                leaves and minor tree buttressing, but there was no evidence of prolonged
                                ground surface inundation. Also, no standing water nor water in the test plot was
                                found and the soil appeared not to be saturated.

                 Area 2-        Findings at this site across Enterprise Drive were similar to those parcels adjacent
                                to Option, Inc. Although no freestanding water was observed in the test plot no
                                in the ground surface, a depressed area of water stained leaves and slight tree
                                buttressing was noted. Again the hydrophytic vegetation criterion was met, but
                                the evidence for the presence of hydric soils and wetland hydrology was weak.

                 Area 3-        A field survey of 3 adjacent land parcels was conducted for the possible
                                presence of nontidal wetland areas. A major portion of the 3 parcels is disturbed
                                land consisting mainly of field grasses, tree seedlings, and other brush
                                responding to natural succession. In the center of the site is a thick area of
                                brush consisting largely of blackberry and raspberry shrubs. The rear of the site
                                is bounded by a heavily wooded ravine. The question of possible wet areas lies
                                mostly in the relatively flat disturbed area.

                                There is a small (12") ditch which bisects the 9.3 acre parcel. On the 9.7 acre
                                parcel near Enterprise Drive there are several tiny wet areas complete with
                                emerging cattails and 2-31 standing water (see Map 2.3). These wet areas are
                                confined to wheel cut trenches 4-5' deep, which were a result of the land being
                                cleared by large equipment. Note that these "wet areas' in question are small
                                and isolated, lacking a hydrologic connection and are located on a disturbed site.
                                Soil excavated from the construction of drainage ditches is being stockpiled on
                                the 12.2 acre parcel. Otherwise, no questionable areas were noted.

                 Patrick Henry CommercCenter

                 A site survey was conducted at several parcels within the Patrick Henry CommerCenter property
                 off Bland and McManus Boulevards. Five specific areas were studied as shown on the attached
                 map. In each of these areas, three wetland criteria were assessed: hydrophytic vegetation,
                 hydric soils, and wetland hydrology.

                 In all 5 sites, normal environmental conditions exist, and the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology
                 have not been significantly disturbed within the last 20 years. During the years that the site
                 operated as a prison camp, several roads and drainage ditches were cut throughout the
                 property, creating knolls and swales that naturally would not have occurred in this area. Over
                 the years, the growth of vegetation in these areas could have possibly altered the drainage.

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                 Attached is a map of the entire property surveyed (see Map 3.1).

                 Area 1-         The ground surface of this site is partially inundated with water at a depth of V-4"
                                 as indicated on the detailed map. This is probably a result of poor drainage.
                                 The vegetation in this area was not indicative of hydrophytic vegetation, except
                                 in those areas of obvious standing water. The test plot revealed no standing
                                 water in the hole, however, the soil test revealed a low chroma number of 2
                                 (coloring agent of soil) with light colored mottles. A low chroma number (2 or
                                 less) is a possible indicator of soil reducing properties caused by saturation.
                                 There were no signs of a hydrologic connection; therefore, the wetlands would
                                 be isolated (see Map 3.2).

                 Area 2-         The majority of this site appears to be free of wetlands except for a small area on
                                 the southeast boundary along the proposed Turnberry Boulevard extension. The
                                 vegetation was not characteristic of hydrophytic vegetation. However, the text
                                 plot revealed a capillary flow of water 124 below the ground surface, and the soil
                                 test showed a chroma number of 2 and iron/orange color mottles.                        Iron
                                 concretions are a sign of soil reducing properties. The hydric soil and wetland
                                 hydrology criterion seems to have been met; therefore, this area should be
                                 checked for the actual extent of the wetland boundary. Again there were no
                                 signs of a hydrologic connection.           When the preliminary clearing for the
                                 proposed road occurred, the drainage appears to have been disturbed in this
                                 area (see Map 3.3).

                 Area 3-         A good portion of area 3 indicates the presence of wetlands. There seems to be
                                 an area of standing water (pond) and a series of drainage channels and swales
                                 throughout the area. Furthermore, an apparent hydrologic connection exists
                                 between these drainage patterns and Lucas Creek. Although the hydrophytic
                                 vegetation criterion has not been met, the test plot revealed saturated soil and
                                 a 10"-12" depth to capillary flow of water. Other field evidence recorded were
                                 buttressed tree trunks and multi-trunk trees. The soil test noted a low chroma
                                 number and the presence of hydrogen sulfide (emitfing an odor of rotten eggs),
                                 which supports evidence of soil saturation in a soil reducing environment.
                                 Further investigation is suggested to detail the boundaries of these wetland
                                 channels.


                 Area 4-         There are a series of minor drainage ditches along old road beds throughout this
                                 site (see Map 3.4). Although the hydrophytic vegetation criterion was met on
                                 this site, there is no supporting evidence from the soils and hydrology to indicate
                                 the presence of wetlands.

                 Area 5-         On this large site, the northern and western portion appeared to be dry.
                                 Although the hydrophytic vegetation criterion was met on this portion of the site;
                                 there was no further field evidence (e.g. soils, hydrology) to support the presence
                                 of wetland areas. Note that there is a drainage ditch along or near the northwest
                                 property line, and several concrete foundations along the northern property line
                                 (see Map 3.5).


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                               There is a small low-lying area that is in question located along the upper
                               southeastern boundary line. The hydrophytic vegetation was met in this area as
                               well as the test plot revealed saturated soil, 9' depth to freestanding water, and
                               minor buttressed tree trunks. The soil test showed an extremely low crorna
                               number of 1, which indicates soil reducing properties. There were not signs of
                               an hydrologic connection; therefore, this is a potential isolated nontida) wetland.

                               The southeastern corner of the site is a marsh-like area with water 3"-8" deep.
                               On the other side of a berm, northeast of this area appears to be a potential
                               nontidal wetland area. A hydrologic connection is questionable.             Surface
                               inundation was scattered throughout this area at a depth of 112m-10. Other field
                               evidence of previous surface inundation of soil saturation were water stained
                               leaves, extreme buttressing of tree trunks (90% of trees in this area), and a large
                               amount of debris and tree litter. The vegetation in this area met the hydrophytic
                Conclusions    vegetation criterion by 100%.

                The survey revealed no significant evidence to indicate the presence of wetlands in the ARC
                site. The Oakland and CommerCenter sites contained a few, what appear to be isolated areas,
                meeting some of the identification criteria. The recommended approach to dealing with these
                questionable areas is a site-specific detail analysis prior to any development taking place on
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 DISPLAY1 ITEM    36668141071813    o37872273      QH87.3 N49 1991
 QH87.3 N49 1991
     Corporate Author:New-port News (Va.). Dept. of Planning and
                       Development.
                Title:Wetlands survey and analysis : Applied Research
                       Center, Patrick Henry CommerCenter, Oakland
                       Plantation Industrial Park / [City of New-port
                       News, Department of Planning and Development].
     Publication info:Newport News, Va. : The Dept., [19911
         General Note:"Produced in part through financial support from
                       the Virginia Council on the Environment, pursuant
                       to Coastal Resources Program Grant #
                       NA90AA-H-CZ796 from the National Oceanic and
                       Atmospheric Administration."
           Local note:"This publication was funded by the Coastal Zone
                       Management Act (CZMA) as administered by NOAA's
                       Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management."
              Held by:CHARLESCSC
         Subject term:Wetlands--Virginia--Newport News.
         Subject term:Industrial districts--Virginia--Newport News.
         Subject term:City planning--Virginia--Newport News.
         Added Author:Virginia. Council on the Environemnt.
         Added Author:United States. National Oceanic and Atmospheric
                       Administration.


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DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Filed Investigator(s):
Date:

Project/Site:
State:
County:

Applicant/Owner:
Plant Community/Name:

Note:  If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes
No (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes
No (If yes, explain on back)
 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	Loblolly Pine	30%
2.	White Oak		30%
3.	Red Maple		30%
4.	Willow Oak		1%
5.	Sweetgun		20%
6.	Oak			30%
7.	Red Maple		20%
8.	Smilax		5%
9.	Grass			20%
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC-
FACW
FAC

FAC
FACW
FAC
FAC





Stratum
T d
T d
T d
T
Sa d
Sa d
Sh d
H
H d


Dominant Plant Species
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.


Indicator Status




Stratum




Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  67%

Is the hydrophytic vegetation criterion met?  Yes  x    No

Rationale:  50% of dominant vegetation is FAC, FACW, or OBL


SOILS

Series/phase:  Not known
Subgroup:2

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined

Is the soild a Histosal?
Yes
No

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes
No

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Golor:  7.5 yr 5/2
Mottle Colors:  Yellow; Orange

Other hydric soil indicators:

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:  although soil may be frequently flooded, soil appears to be
well-drained and no water found in test hole.

HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated:
Yes
No  x
Surface water depth:  N/A

Is the soil saturated:
Yes
No  x

Depth to Free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  No water (18" depth hole dry)

List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
moss; grass tufts; small depressions (bumpy land); raised trees

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:  no strong supporting evidence

JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  x

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:


1  This date form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s):  Don Whipple (Steve Summerfield)
Date:  5/10/91

Project/Site:  ARC (Trust Site #2)
State:  VA
County:  N.N.

Applicant/Owner: N.N.
Plant Community/Name:

Note:  If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soild, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes
No  (If yes, explain on back)


VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	Oak			60%
2.	Loblolly Pine	30%
3.	Sweetgum		20%
4.	Oak			20%
5.	Red Maple		40%
6.	Blackgum		15%
7.	Highbush Blueberry 10%
8.	Red Maple		25%
9.	Sweetgum		20%
10.	Highbush Blueberry 100%

Indicator Status
FACW
FAC-
FAC
FAW
FAC
FAC

FAC
FAC
FACW-

Stratum
T d
T d
Sa d
Sa d
Sh d
Sh
Sh d
Sh d
H d

Dominant Plant Species
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  78%

Is the hydrophytic vegetation criterion met?
Yes
No

Rationale:  over 50% of dominant vegetation is OBL, FACW, and/or FAC


SOILS

Series/phase:  Not known

Is the soil on the hydric soils list?
Yes
No
Undetermined

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No
Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes
No

Gloyed?
Yes
No

Matrix Color:  5 YR 5/2
Mottle Colors:  N/A

Other hydric soil indicators:  sandy clay; well drained

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:  although ground may be frequently flooded, soil appears to be well drained and no water was found in test hole


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes
No  x
Surface water depth:  N/A

Is the soil saturated?
Yes
No  x

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  No water (18" depth hole-dry)

List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
low area; few multi-trunk trees; minor tree buttress

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:  no strong supporting evidence


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  x

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:


1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."

 



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s):  DON WHIPPLE/STEVE SUMMERFIELD    
Date:  5/16/91

Project Site:  ARC (TEST SITE #3)
State:  VA
County:  N.N.

Applicant/Owner:
Plant Community/Name:

Note:  If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes
No  x (If yes, explain on back)


VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	Red Maple		10%
2.  	Sweetgum		10%
3.	Am. Holly		5%
4.	Highbush Blueberry 50%
5.	Oak			50%
6.	Sweetgum		20%
7.	Red Maple		30%
8.	Loblolly Pine	20%
9.	Oak			60%
10.	Red Maple		10%

Indicator Status



FACW-
FACW
FAC
FAC
FAC-
FACW


Stratum
Sn
Sh
Sh
Sh d
Sa d
Sa d
Sa d
T d
T d
T

Dominant Plant Species
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status



Stratum



Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC?  67%

Is the hydrophytic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x
No

Rationale:  50% of dominant vegitation is OBL, FACW, and/or FAC


SOILS

Series/phase:  Not known
Subgroup:2

Is the soil on the hydric soils list?
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosal?
Yes  N/A
No

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No

Is the soil:  Mottled?
Yes
No

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matric Color:  5 YR 6/2
Mottle Colors:  N/A

Other hydric soil indicators:  sandy clay, well drained (80:20 ratio)

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes
No

Rationale:


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes
No  x
Surface water depth:  N/A

Is the soil saturated?
Yes
No  x

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  No water (18" depth hole-dry)

List other field evidence of surface inundatiion or soil saturation.
low area; slight tree buttress; few multi-trunk trees.

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:  no strong support evidence


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  x

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:


1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."


	 
















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DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DON WHIPPLE/ANNE M.
Date:

Project/Site:  
State:  VA
County:

Applicant/Owner:  AREA 1
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes
No  x  (If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	WILLOW OAK	
2.	BLACKGUM
3.	BLACKGUM
4.	LOBLOLLY PINE
5.	HIGHBUSH BLUEBERRY
6.	HOLLY
7.	SWEETGUM
8.	RED MAPLE
9.	SMILAX
10.	HIGHBUSH BB.

Indicator Status
FAC+
FAC
FAC
FAC-
FACW-
FACW+
FAC/FACW
FAC
FAC
FACW-

Stratum
T
T
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh
Sh
H
H

Dominant Plant Species
11.	SWEETGUM
12.	(NON-WETLAND) GRASSES
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status
FAC


Stratum
H
H


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  90%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x
No

Rationale:  90% > 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  unknown
Subgroup:2

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No

Histic epipedon present?
Ye
No

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes
No  x

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Color:  7.5 YR 5/2
Mottle Colors:  N/A

Other hydric soil indicators:  crumbly, flaky soil, dry appearance
 
Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes
No  x
Surface water depth:  N/A

Is the soil saturated?
Yes
No  x

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  no freestanding water present

List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
minor water stained leaves, minor butressing, no standing water, no multi-trunk tree

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes
No  x

Rationale:  not enough supporting evidence, inconclusive soils


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  x

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  questionable whether site is an isolated non tidal wetland - portions of site appear to be poorly drained


1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."





DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DON WHIPPLE/ANNE 
Date:

Project/Site:  OAKLAND AREA 2  
State:  
County:

Applicant/Owner:
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes
No  x  (If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	SMILAX     
2.	RED MAPLE
3.	SWEETGUM
4.	OAK 
5.	OAK               
6.	RED MAPLE
7.	HIGHBUSH BLUEBERRY
8.	HOLLY    
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC
FAC
FAC/FACW
FACW
FACW
FAC
FACW-
FACW+


Stratum
WV 
T
T
T
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh

Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  62.5%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x
No

Rationale:  > 50% of dominant vegetation is FAC, FACW, or OBL.


SOILS

Series/phase:  unknown
Subgroup:2

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  x

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  x

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes
No  x

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Color:  7.5 YR 5/2
Mottle Colors:  N/A

Other hydric soil indicators:  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes
No  x

Rationale:


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes
No  x
Surface water depth:  N/A

Is the soil saturated?
Yes
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  no freestanding water present

List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
large depression w/areas of water stained leaves; slight buttress

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  x

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  Athough       vegetation is present      of prolonged inundation to bring burnt wetland condition is 


1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."
















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DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DON WHIPPLE/S. SUMMERFIELD 
Date:

Project/Site:  OAKLAND IND. PARK AREA 3  
State:  VA  
County:  N.N.

Applicant/Owner:  CITY
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  x
No  (If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	FIELD GRASS
2.	SCOTCHBROOM
3.	WAXMYRTLE
4.	HONEYSUCKLE
5.	EASTERN/RED CEDAR 
6.	BLACK LOCUST
7.	BLACK LOCUST      
8.	         
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
N/A
N/A
FAC
FAC-
FACW
FACW-
FACW-


Stratum
H
Sh
Sh
WV
Sh
Sh
Sa


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  25%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes   
No  x

Rationale:  25% is less than 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  

Matrix Color:  N/A
Mottle Colors:  

Other hydric soil indicators:  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes
No  

Rationale:  soil has been significantly disturbed - high clay content


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  x
No  
Surface water depth:  1-2"

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  x
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  N/A  

List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
water standing in wheel ruts

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  x

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  surface inundation is localized to a small area of tractor wheel ruts - water is not able to drain.  
* SITE HAS BEEN CLEAR CUT & DISTURBED


1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."







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DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/10/90

Project/Site:  PHCC AREA 1    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:  NN  
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	LOBLOLLY PINE
2.	TULIP TREE
3.	LOLOLLY PINE
4.	TULIP TREE
5.	RED CEDAR
6.	HORNBEAM
7.	CHERRY
8.	Oak         
9.	HONEYSUCKLE
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC-
FACW
FAC-
FACW
FACW
FAC
FACW
FACW
FAC-


Stratum
T
T
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh
Sh
H


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  44%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes   
No  x

Rationale:  % of dominant species is < 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  N/A

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  x
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Color:  2.5Y 5/2
Mottle Colors:  Yellow/brown

Other hydric soil indicators:  charcoal fragments  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  x
No  

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  x
No  
Surface water depth:  PARTIALLY - 1"-4"

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  x
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  N/A  

List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
water stained leaves buttressed trunks mult-trunks

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  x
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/10/90

Project/Site:  PHCC AREA 2    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:  N.N.  
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	OAK
2.	OAK
3.	RED MAPLE
4.	SWEETGUM
5.	OAK
6.	
7.	
8.	
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FACW
FACW
FAC
FAC
FACW


Stratum
T
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  40%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes   
No  x

Rationale:  % of dormant species is < 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  x
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Color:  2.5Y 6/2
Mottle Colors:  iron, orange

Other hydric soil indicators:  iron concretions  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  x
No  

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  
No  x
Surface water depth:  

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  x
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  below surface 12" to capillary action - slow


List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
iron concretions -       soil reducing.

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  x
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/10/90

Project/Site:  PHCC AREA 3    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:  N.N.  
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	OAK
2.	OAK
3.	DOGWOOD   
4.	RED MAPLE
5.	OAK
6.	HORNBEAM
7.	
8.	
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FACW
FACW
FACW-
FAC
FACW
FAC


Stratum
T
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh
Sh


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  33%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes   
No  x

Rationale:  % of dormant species < 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  x
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Color:  5Y 6/2
Mottle Colors:  brown

Other hydric soil indicators:  sulfidic material (emit odor of rotten eggs

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  x
No  

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  
No  x
Surface water depth:  

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  x
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  10-12" to capillary action


List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
tree tuttressing & multi-trunks

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  x
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/24/90

Project/Site:  PHCC AREA 4    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:  N.N.  
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	RED MAPLE
2.	OAK
3.	HORNBEAM  
4.	SWEETGUM  
5.	HORNBEAM
6.	SMILAX   
7.	
8.	
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC
FACW
FAC
FAC
FAC
FACW


Stratum
T
T
T
Sa
Sa
H


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  83%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x   
No 

Rationale:  83% > 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  

Matrix Color:  N/A
Mottle Colors:  

Other hydric soil indicators:  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  
No  x

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  
No  x
Surface water depth:  

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  
No  x

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  N/A


List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
series of minor drainage ditches 

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  
No  x

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."




DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/24/90

Project/Site:  PHCC AREA 5 #1    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:    
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	LOBLOLLY PINE
2.	RED MAPLE
3.	OAK
4.	LOBLOLLY PINE
5.	
6.	
7.	
8.	
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC-
FAC
FACW
FAC-


Stratum
T
Sa
Sa
Sa


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  75%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x   
No 

Rationale:  75% > 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  

Matrix Color:  
Mottle Colors:  

Other hydric soil indicators:  NONE  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  
No  x

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  
No  x
Surface water depth:  

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  
No  x

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  N/A


List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
NONE

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  
No  x

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/24/90

Project/Site:  PHCC - AREAS #2    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:  N.N.    
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	LOBLOLLY PINE
2.	RED MAPLE
3.	OAK
4.	LOBLOLLY PINE
5.	SWEETGUM
6.	DOGWOOD
7.	
8.	
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC-
FAC
FACW
FAC-
FAC
FACW-


Stratum
T
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  67%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x   
No 

Rationale:  67% > 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  
No  x

Gloyed?
Yes
No  x

Matrix Color:  5Y 5/1  
Mottle Colors:  

Other hydric soil indicators:    

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  x
No  

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  
No  x
Surface water depth:  

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  x
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  9" - free standing water


List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
tree trunk buttressing

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  x  
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes  x
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."



DATA FORM
ROUTINE ONSITE DETERMINATION METHOD1

Field Investigator(s): DAW/AAM 
Date:  4/24/90

Project/Site:  PHCC AREA 5 #3    
State:  VA  
County:  

Applicant/Owner:  N.N.    
Plant Community/Name:

Note: If a more detailed site description is necessary, use the back of data form or a field notebook.

Do normal environmental conditions exist at the plant community?
Yes  x
No  (If no, explain on back)

Has the vegetation, soils, and/or hydrology been significantly disturbed?
Yes  
No  x  If yes, explain on back)

 
VEGETATION

Dominant Plant Species
1.	WILLOW OAK
2.	RED MAPLE
3.	BOXELDER
4.	LOBLOLLY PINE
5.	SWEETGUM
6.	BLACKGUM
7.	BOXELDER
8.	HONEYSUCKLE
9.	
10.	

Indicator Status
FAC+
FAC
FAC+
FAC-
FAC
FAC
FAC+
FAC-


Stratum
T
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sh
Sh
Sh
H


Dominant Plant Species
11.	
12.	
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.

Indicator Status


Stratum


Percent of dominant species that are OBL, FACW, and/or FAC  100%

Is the hydrophtic vegetation criterion met?
Yes  x   
No 

Rationale:  100% > 50%


SOILS

Series/phase:  N/A
Subgroup:2  

Is the soil on the hydric soils list:
Yes
No
Undetermined  x

Is the soil a Histosol?
Yes
No  

Histic epipedon present?
Yes
No  

Is the soil: Mottled?
Yes  
No  

Gloyed?
Yes
No  

Matrix Color:  N/A  
Mottle Colors:  

Other hydric soil indicators:  

Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes  
No  

Rationale:  


HYDROLOGY

Is the ground surface inundated?
Yes  x 
No  
Surface water depth:  marsh 1/2-1" area   

Is the soil saturated?
Yes  x 
No  

Depth to free-standing water in pit/soil probe hole:  N/A


List other field evidence of surface inundation or soil saturation.
water stained leaves, extreme buttressing @ 90% of trees, 

Is the wetland hydrology criterion met?  
Yes  x
No  

Rationale: 


JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION AND RATIONALE

Is the plant community a wetland?
Yes  x
No  

Rationale for jurisdictional decision:  



1  This data form can be used for the Hydric Soil Assessment Procedure and the Plant Community Assessment Procedure.

2  Classification according to "Soil Taxonomy."


































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