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South Reserve of Fowler's Park
Wetland Delineation RePort
Parcel #951 900 003
December 2005
Prepared for:
James M. Rozanski
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Port Townsend WA 98368
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Port Townsend, Washington 98368
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South Reserve of Fowler's Park
Wetland Delineation RePort
Parcel #951 900 003
December 2005
Contents
Introduction
Description of Site
Findings
winona wetland (Portion Adjacent to Parcel #951900 003)
Categorization
Soils
Vegetation
Hydrology
Wetland B (On Parcel #951900 003)
Categorization
Soils
Vegetation
Hydrology
Summary
References
Appendix
Sheet #1 Location Map and Soil Survey of Jefferson Countyo State of Washington
Sheet #2 Wetland B National Wetland Inventory and Soils Map
Sheet #3 Findings MaP
Applied MethodologY
Winona
Wetlands Rating Field Data Form
Data Forms, Routine Determination WA State Wetland Delineation Manual
Wetland B
Wetlands Rating Field Data Form
Data tr'orms, Routine Determination WA State Wetland Delineation Manual
Rozanski
South Reserve of Fowleros Park
Wetland Delineation Report
Parcel # 951 900 003
December 2005
Introduction
At the request of James Rozanski a wetland delineation was conducted on November 28,2005 of
the portion of Winona Wetland that would effect site development for an 8 dwelling unit
condominium project with a common house and 8 covered parking spaces. The goal of the
wetland delineation was to determine wetland edge locations, wetland categorization, and
associated buffers near or on the parcel. A Level I Wetland Assessment was conducted on
October 4,2005. At that time the exact edges of the parcel were not located; since that
assessment property boundaries have been surveyed and flagged.
Wetland analysis was conducted using the methodology outlined in the Washington State Rating
Systems for Western Washington (2004) and City of Port Townsend's Municipal Code (PTMC),
Critical Areas Ordinance (NO. 2899, July 2005). All wetlands within the City of Port Townsend
are subject to requirements outlined in the Code. Land use restrictions will apply to all future
developments associated with this parcel as determined by Development Services Department
(DSD) of Port Townsend.
Description of Site
o Legal Description: Parcel #951 900 003
o Location: Southeast of Cook Avenue,
Between Peary Avenue and Michigan Place (both undeveloped)
o Zone: R-l Low Density Residential- 10,000 sq. ft.minimum lot size
o Soils: Wa Wapato Silty clay loam (listed on the hydric soils list of Jefferson County)
surrounded by CmC Clallam gravelly sandy loam (not hydric)
. Slopes: Wapato is nearly flat 0 to 3% HYDRIC SOIL, Clallam has slopes from 0 Io l5o/o
o Wetlands: Winona Wetland to the southeast and a listed wetland on the National Wetland
Inventory and unnamed wetland on the parcel both shown as (PSSA) Palustrine Scrub/Shrub
Temporary Flooded), nearby wetlands include Levinski Wetland (WL 4-10), Tepee Wetland
(WL -7),Tibbals Lake, and several unnamed wetlands upslope and along the Quimper
Wildlife Corridor.
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A site location map, soils map (Soil survey of Jefferson County), and National Wetland
Inventory are included in the Appendix (Sheet #l and Sheet #2)'
The 70,000+ square foot triangular shaped lot is primarily flat rising with steep slopes along the
southwest corner to Cook Avenue. The central portion of the parcel contains a dense rose and
spirea layer surrounded by a mature evergreen and deciduous forest. Much of the shrub layer has
been cleared to examine soils for stability. Within the forest, the understory consists of ferns and
oversized elderberry creating a park like setting.
Methodology
Complete methodology used conducting this delineation is included in the Appendix.
The following resources were consulted for this project:
o Port Townsend Critical Areas Map Wetlands (1995)
o Pre-Application Conference Report (Pre 05, Rozanski PUD Proposal)
. Aerial Photographs (May 1972,July,l976,Jvne 1985, July 1990)
. City of Port Townsend's Municipal Code (July 2005)
o Soil Survey of Jefferson County (U.S. Soil Conservation Service 1975)
o Washington State Wetland Identification and Delineation Manual
o National List of Plant Species That Occur in Wetlands: Northwest (Region 9)
o National Wetland Inventory Maps (US Department of the Interior)
o COE and DOE Hydrology Assessment For Port Townsend Area7ll2l05
Findings
Winona Wetland (Portion Adjacent to Parcel #951900 003)
Winona Wetland has been examined, categorized, and partially delineated in the early to mid
90's (Polaris Engineering,Palazzi and Klein 1992 and Olympic Wetland Resources, lnc 1997).
A map from Polaris Engineering (1993) indicates a wetland edge. At that time a formal wetland
report was not required. During the initial wetland assessment in1992 Winona was rated as a
Category II Wetland (41 points).
Wetlands are dynamic systems and water pattems fluctuate over time. During the 1997
delineation water levels were documented along Peary Street and recorded to depths of 22 inches
(Wetland Delineation Report, Olynpic Wetland Resources, Ilc., May1997). Rising water tables
caused large trees to die. Port Townsend is currently in the 5th year of below normal rainfall and
Winona Wetland has not had ponded water for many years'
The South Reserve of Fowler's park is adjacent to Winona Wetland. Findings from data
collected during the delineation reveal Winona Wetland to be 25 feet southeast of the triangular
corner of the subject parcel and continues off site to the south. Only associated buffers of
Winona Wetland will fall on the parcel.
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The wetland's edges were flagged with orange plastic ribbon labeled "Wetland Boundary," at
points 20 to 40 feet apart. Flagging is labeled with alphanumeric codes (Al through A5). The data
point locations and wetland edges are indicated on the Findings Map in the Appendix (Sheet #3).
All Data Forms for soil test pits and DOE Classifications forms are included in the Appendix.
Categorizution
Using the new DOE rating form Winona receives 28 points for Water Quality Functions, 8 points
for Hydrologic Functions, and 30 points for Habitat Functions. The total score of 66 te-
estabiishes Winona as Category II wetland. Buffer sizes are then established using the new city
of Port Townsend Municipal Code Ordin ance 2899 (July 2005). Buffers for this wetland are
assigned according to points for habitat value, land use impacts, and intensity levels (19.05.110
Critical Area 5-Wetlands E. Buffers and Setbacks 3b, buffer sizes 3b).
The proposed project of 8 dwelling units and acommons house on 70,000 sq. ft. will qualiff as
high intensity development. According to Code all residential development with more than I
dwelling unit per acre is high intensity development. Buffers for this project according to the
Code are 300 feet measured perpendicular to the wetland edge.
Soils
Jefferson County Soil Survey (page 40) lists soils within the valley as: CmC Clallam sandy loam
and Wa Wapato Silty clay loam (Hydric Soil). Wapato is listed as a hydric or wetland soil on the
Jefferson County Hydric Soil list (January 1991)'
Mottling was observed in both the upland and wetland Data Points; all soils indicate a historic
and variable water table. Data Point #1 had hydric soils (1OYR 312 and 1OYR 512 with mottles
10 YR 414) andmoist soils yet this site is outside of the wetland boundary due to the dominance
of upland vegetation. Data Point #3 is also outside the wetland boundary, soils here were in
distinct contrast; the hardpan layer was at 4" andvery dry. These hard soils still had mottling and
soil colors that qualified as hydric (l0YR 512 and lOYR 6/l with mottles 7.5YR 5/8). Vegetation
at this Data Point #3 was dominated by upland species.
The soil test pit atDataPoint #2 confirmed the presence of hydric soils (1OYR 612 with abundant
mottles 10YR 516). DataPoint#2, within the wetland,had a dominance of facultative and
obligate wetland vegetation to confirming the location of the wetland edge.
Vegetation
Both the wetland and the upland areas have a high diversity of native plant species. The wetland
has a mosaic of plant communities, structural layers, and habitat features. Wetland dependant
vegetation, a healthy shrub and emergent layer, standing snags, and large woody debris
contribute to this high quality wetland. Also present along the perimeter of the wetland are large
trees, both evergreen and deciduous. The central portion of Winona is plagued by reed
canarygrass since the wetland became dry.
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Below is the list of vegetation identified on site and the assigned indicator status of each species.
Scientific Name
Wetland Tolerant Species
Common Name lndicator Layer
A pr os t is c ap il I aris (A. t enuis)Oolonial bentgrass FAC Grass
4lnus rubra Alder FAC Tree
4thyrum filix-feminq Lady fem FAC Herb
Blechnum spicant Deer fern FAC+Fem
Carex hendersonii Henderson's sedge FAC Sedge
Carex obnupta Sloush sedee OBL Sedse
Crataegus douglasii Douglas' hawthorn FAC Shrub
Holcus lanqtus Velvetgrass FAC Grass
Iuncus effusus Soft rush FACW Rush
Phalaris arundinqcea Canarygrass FACW Grass
Ribes lacustre Swamp goosberry FAC+Shrub
Rosa nutkana Nootka rose FAC Shrub
Rubus spectabilis Salmonberrv FAC+Shrub
Salix scoulerianq Scouler willow FAC Tree
Spiraea douslasii Hardhack FACW Shrub
Thuia plicata Western red cedar FAC Tree
Urtica dioica Stineine nettle FAC+Herb
Urrland Species
Abies srandis Grand fir FACU Tree
Amelanchier alnifolia Service-berry FACU Shrub
Berberis nervosia Dull oregon grape FACU Shrub
Carex deweyana Dewey sedge FACU Sedee
Cirsium vulgqre Bull thistle NI Herb
Gaultheria shallon Salal FACU Shrub
Holodiscus discolor Ocean-spray NI Shrub
[lex sp.llollv NI Shrub
Lonicera ciliosa Cranse honeysuckle NI Shrub
Oemleria cerasiformis tndian-plum FACU Shrub
Polystichum munitum Sword fern FACU Herb
Prunus emarginqta var mollis Bitter cherry FACU Tree
Pseudotsugq menziesii Douglas- fir FACU Tree
Pteridium aquilinum Bracken fem FACU Fem
Rubus discolor Flimalayan blackberry FACU Shrub
Rubus ursinus Irailing blackberry FACU Shrub
Sqmbucus racemosq Elderberrv FACU Shrub
Symphoricarpos albus Snowberry FACU Shrub
Vaccinium pqrvifolium Red huckleberry FACU Shrub
UPL Upland Species, FACU Facultative Upland SpeciesA.tron Wetland, FAC Facultative Species,
FACW Facultative Wetland Species, OBL Obligate Wetland Species, NI No Indicator Assigned
The qualifier sf* or - further defines the status ofthe species.
Plants classified according to the Fish and Wildlife Service; 1988,1993 Update
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Hydrology
Water only needs to be present 20 days of the growing season for an area to qualifr as a wetland.
This delineation was conducted at the end of another very dry year in Port Townsend and after 5
years of below normal rainfall. Hydrology can be assumed when there are strong indicators in
the soil and plant layers. Hydrology can be proved over many years due to historic records: aerial
photographs, National Wetland Inventories, mapped hydric soils, and previous delineations.
Wetland B (On Parcel #951900 003)
Wetland B, located within the low-lying portions of the subject parcel, was identified during the
Level I Assessment in October 2005. The presence of willows, both alive and dead, and
facultative vegetation indicated the potential presence of a regular water source. A test pit was
dug and soil moisture and hydric soils, were identified. A corresponding upland pit was also
dug; it was dry and hydric soils were not present.
Wetland B was NOT delineated during the Winona Wetland delineation; however four Data
Points were dug and the site was categorized to determine potential buffers. The presence of
hydric soils, a majority of facultative plants (FAC and FACW) and moisture in the top layers was
identified in three of the four Data Points. Data Point information and the DOE Rating Forms
are included in the Appendix. Estimated boundaries are shown on the Findings Map (Sheet #3).
Documentation supporting the presence of a wetland on the subject parcel includes the Jefferson
County Soil Survey indicating hydric soil (Wa Wapato). The Department of the Interior
National Wetland Inventory Map has also mapped the parcel as wetland (PSSA Wetland)
Palustrine Scrub-Shrub Temporally Flooded Wetland. These maps are included in the Appendix
(Sheet #2).
Categorization
Using the new DOE rating form Wetland B receives 12 points for Water Quality Functions,4
points for Hydrologic Functions, and 24 points for Habitat Functions. The total score of 40
points establishes Wetland B as a Category III wetland. Buffer sizes are then established using
the new city of Port Townsend Municipal Code Ordinance 2899 (July 2005). Buffers for this
wetland (after a the edges are formally established) are 150 feet due to moderate scores for
habitat function and high intensity land use levels.
Soils
The subject parcel has been mapped with hydric soils (Wa Wapato) covering over 213 of the
parcel. The remaining soils are upland (CmC Clallam) and correspond with the rise in elevation
from the flat basin. Soil mapping can often be off by a hundred feet but field findings indicate
the soils in the low-lying areas match the hydric soil classification.
Soil test pits at Data point #lF.,#28, and#48 confirmed the presence of hydric soils; soils were
low-chroma the entire depth of the soil test, indicating frequent saturation and a high water table
(wetland soil colors 10YR 312 and2.5 YR 3l2withmottles 10YR 4/4).
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Data Point # 38 along Peary Street is slightly up gradient and outside the wetland. Soils did not
contain soil moisture or colors (1OYR 512 no mottles). According to the recent survey Data Point
#3 is slightly higher in elevation than the other three data points.
Vegetation
Wetland B does not contain the diversity of vegetation of Winona Wetland. Wetland B is
dominated by a vigorous shrub layer surrounded by several standing snags; the open areas consist
of mono-typic stands of Nootka rose and spirea with swamp gooseberry and wetland grasses and
rushes. The area was recently cleared and the new vegetation returning is mostly rose and
gooseberry. The surrounding forest consists of willow (both alive and dead), alder, and amature
forest consisting cherry and grand fir and a few Douglas' fir.
Hydrology
It is diffrcult to document the historic presence of hydrology by aerial photographs at this
location due to the dense shrub layer (over 5 feet tall).
During the October Level I Assessment moist soils were identified atData Point #1B and was
compared to an upland data point that was bone dry. At this time Winona had less soil moisture.
The subject parcel has not been studied as extensively as Winona. During the 1997 Winona
Wetland Delineation for Karno, ponded water was documented to 22 inches in depth across
Peary Avenue. This was an exceptionally high water year. According to survey results from
November 30, 2005 the subject parcel is only 2.57 feethigher than Winona Wetland (64.59'
development site, 62.02' Winona). It is most likely that during the high water years hydrology
would be within the top 16 inches of the soil layer and hydrology could be established.
Summary
The edge of Winona Wetland was delineated and re-categorized on November 28, 2005. The
delineated edge falls off the subject parcel to the southeast. Winona Wetland still rates as a
Category II wetland (66 points) using the updated DOE rating system. The City Ordinance
adopted in July of 2005 (19.05.110 Critical areas 5- Wetlands E.3a. Buffers and Setbacks)
assigns wetland buffers according to the habitat value scores. High intensity developments near
Category II wetlands, with a habitat value score of 30 points, are assigned 300' buffers.
Identified during the Level I Assessment in October 2005 was a wetland on the subject parcel
(Wetland B). Wetland B was not delineated during field work on November 28,2005 but
hydric vegetation and hydric soils were positively identified; hydrology was not identified within
the top 16 inches of the soil surface although the soil was moist. Port Townsend has been
experiencing unusually dry weather patterns since the year 2000. During these drought years
wetlands can be verified when the other indicators within the vegetation and soil layers are
confirmed. It is highly is recommended that a wet season evaluation be conducted to re-examine
hydrology and that a delineation be conducted to define the exact wetland edges. This report
includes the approximate location of Wetland B (Finding Map Sheet #3).
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Wetland B rates as a Category III wetland (40 points) using the updated DOE rating system; it
has a moderate level for habitat value (24 points). This wetland will be assigned 150' foot
buffers after a delineation has been conducted.
Although Wetland B is not shown on the Port Townsend Wetland Maps it has been previously
mapped on the National Wetland Inventory as a Palustrine Scrub/Shrub Temporarily Flooded
wetland (PSSA). The site is mapped containing the Wapato Series soils (Wa), which are
classified as hydric soils.
Wetlands are dynamic systems and change over time. To predict if Winona Wetland or Wetland
B are disappearing or actually becoming more critical for stormwater retention and control when
the rain levels are normal or above normal is beyond the scope of this report. These wetlands are
within a drainage basin and the Quimper Wildlife Corridor. Both Winona and Wetland B have a
high to moderate functional value for habitat due to undisturbed and continuous forest buffers,
and proximity to many nearby wetlands and priority habitats'
The final authority over all wetland determination or buffer reductions rests with the
governmental agencies and the Development Services Department, City of Port Townsend. If
there are further questions or mitigation requirements for this project please do not hesitate to
call.
Dixie Llewellin
Principal Biologist, Olympic Wetland Resources, Inc.
Certified for Wetland Delineation, 1987 Manual.
Wetland Training lnstitute, June 1995.
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References
Buckingham, et a1., 1995. X'lora of the Olympic Peninsula. Northwest Interpretive Association
and the WashingtonNative Plant Society, Seattle, Wash.
Cooke, Sarah Spear, 1997. AField Guide to the Common Wetland Plants of Western
Washington and Northwest Oregon. Seattle Audubon Society, Seattle, Wash.
Cowardin, L.M.V. Carter, F.CGoblet, and E.T. LaRoe, 1979. Classification of Wetland and
Deep Water Habitats of the U.S. U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Washington, D.C.
Hitchcock and Cronquist, L973. X'lora of the Pacific Northwest.
Federal Interagency Committee for Wetland Delineation,lgST. Federal Manual for Identifying
and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands. July 1994 update. U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and
U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Service.
Leonard, William P., 1993. Amphibians of Washington and Oregon. Seattle Audubon Series.
MacBeth, Div. of Kollmorgen Instruments Corp., 1992. Munsell Soil Color Charts.
Mitsch and Gosselink, 1993. Wetlands.
Pojar, Mackinnon,1994. Plants of the Pacific Northwest Coast.
Port Townsend, City of, July, 2005. Critical Area Ordinance NO. 2899. City of Port
Townsend.
Reed, Porter, 1988. National List of Plant Species That Occur in Wetlands, Region 9. 1993
update.
Washington State Wetland Department of Ecology, March 1997. Washington State Wetland
Identification and Delineation Manual, #96-9 4.
Washington State Wetland Department of Ecology, April 2004. Guidance on Wetland
Mitigation in Washington State.
U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1994. Keys to Soil Taxonomy. Pocahontas Press.
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service, 1975. Soil Survey of Jefferson
County.
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Fieldwork to determine the actual wetland boundaries was conducted according to the
methodology outlined in the Washington State Wetland Identification and Delineation
Manual, March 1997 (Department of Ecology #96-9q. Chapter 173-22 of the Washinglon
Administrative Code requires that all wetlands withinthe State of Washington be delineated
using this manual. All critical areas within the City of Port Townsend are regulated
according to the Port Townsend Municipal Code Critical Codes Ordinance (NO. 2899, July
200s PTMC).
The methodology outlined in the Washington State Wetland Identification and Delineation
Manual requires examination of the thnee parameters for a positive wetland determination:
hydric soils, hydrophytic vegetation, and hydrology. For an area to quali$ as a
jurisdictional wetland it must have a positive indicator from all three parameters. All
wetlands identified using this methodology may be federally regulated, regardless of size.
Soils
A hydric soil is a soil that forms under conditions of saturation, flooding, or ponding
lasting long enough during the growing season to result in an anaerobic upper layer.
Hydric soils favor the growth and regeneration of hydrophytrc vegetation. The indicators
for this ffi of soil include low chroma" mottles, gleyrng, and high organic content within
the upper 32 inches of the soil prpfile. Holes were dug on the site and soil colors (including
value and chroma) were recorded in the top 16 inches. Soil colors were analyzed using the
Munsell Color Charts (1992).
Vegetation
Wetland plant species must constitute greater than5IVo of the total vegetation present to
meet the qualification as a site dominated by hydrophytic vegetation. Dominance of plant
species is determined by calculating actual aerial cover within a 30-foot radius for trees, a
l0-foot radius for shrubs, and a 6-foot radius for the herbaceous layer at each data point.
Commonly occurring plant species have been rated by the United States Fish and Wildlife
Service (USFW) National List of Plant Species That Occur in Wetlands: Northwest
(Region 9) as to their frequency of occurrence in wetlands and non-wetlands. During the
fieldwork, each species was recorded and given a rating based on indicator status and
percent cover.
Hydrologt
Wetland hydrology is defined in the Washington State Wetland Identification and
Delineation Manual as "areas that are periodically inundated or have soils saturated to the
surface at some time during the growing season." Areas must have seasonally inundated or
saturated soil at leastl2.5Yo of the growing season (20 days out of 258 days). The growing
season is described in Jefferson County by the Jefferson County soil survey as March l2
to November 25. The growing season can also be defined by soil temperature at 19.7
inches below the soil surface being higher than biological 0 (5oC or 40"F).
Indicators of hydrology include visual observation of inundation or soil saturation, water-
stained leaves, cracking ofthe soil surface, and/or sediment deposits. Positive signs of
hydrology are often absent during the summer and fall months but can be inferred if there
are positive indicators of hydric soil and hydrophytic vegetation.
Classification
Wetland categoization was determined using the Washington State Department of
Ecolory @OE) Wetland Rating System Revised @cology Publication #04-06-025,
August 2004), according to type and class of wetland. The wetland is assigned a numerical
value for water quallty function, hydrologic function, and habitat function. The total score
determines the category of wetland. Wetlands are rated as entire systems and quite often
exceed project boundaries. Ratings mnge from Category I to Category [V; Category I is the
highest quallty wetland. Buffers are assigned according to land use and numeric scores.
Category I wetlands are not replaceable and therefore-receives the largest buffers and
highest protection.
Determining Wetland Edges
Wetland edges were determined by establishing pairs of data points: one within the wetland
which contains positive indicators of all three of the wetland requirements: soils, hydrology,
and vegetation, and another data point outside the wetland, where one or all of the
requirements were not present. The wetland edge is flagged between the pairs of points at
intervals of 20 to 40 feet.
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lt
Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS of wetlandl_ll_Does not apply X
#951 900
from above
n
based on Functions provided.by wetland
choose the "hi hest"Final
:Winona
Score for Water Quality Functions
Total Score For Functions
Range:1W
Affiliation: Olymoic Wetland Resources, lnc.
Date of Site Visit: November 28,2005
Location:Section:3 Township:31N
Name of Rater: Dixie Llewellin
Score for Water Hydrologic Fu
Score for Habitat Fu
wf.&tid;T#[*;*]*il;:r:,i:{#
Estuarine
Natural Heritage Wetland
Bog
Mature Forest
Old Growth Forest
Coastal Lagoon
lnterdunal
None of the Above
X Depressional
Riverine
Lake-Fringe
Slope
Flats
Freshwater Tidal
DDe ional and Flats Wetlands
Dl. Does the wetland have the toi
qtomproveQuality
water
3D1 . 1 Characteristics of surface water fl ows out of the wetland:
Wetland is a depression with no surface water outlet
Wetland has an intermittently flowing, or height constricted, outlet
Wetland has an unconstricted surface outlet
Wetland is flat and has no obvious outlet and/or outlet is a ditch
3
2
'l
1
4
D1.2The Soil2" below the surface is clay, organic, or smells anoxic.
YES LAYER BELOW TOP IS CLAY
NO
4
0
5
D1.3 Characteristics of persistent vegetation (emergent, shrub, and /or forest class)
Wetland has persistent, ungrazed, vegetation>=95% of area
Wetland has persistent, ungrazed, vegetation>=112 of aiea
Wetland has persistent, ungrazed, vegetation>=1/10 of area
Wetland has persistent, ungrazed, veqetation< 1/10 of area
5
3
I
0
2
D1.4 Characteristics of seasonal ponding or inundation.
This is the area of the wetland that is ponded for at least 2 months, but dries out sometime during
the year. Do not count the area that is permanently ponded. Estimate area as the average
condition five out of ten years.
Area seasonally ponded is>112 totralarea of wetland
Area seasonally ponded is >1/4 total area of wetland (AERTAL pHoros & 1992 DELINEATIoN)
Area seasonally ponded is <1/4 totalarea of wetland
4
2
0
14D1Addints in the boxes
Multiplier
2
YES if you know to believe there are pollutants in groundwater of surface water coming
the wetland that would othenrise reduce water quality in streams, lakes, or groundwater
from the wetland. Note which of the following conditions provide the sources.
in the wetland within 150'
stream or culvert discharges into wetland that drains developed areas, residential areas,
farmed fields, roads, or clear cuts DITCH OFF COOK AVENUE
_Residential, urban areas, golf courses are within 150' of wetland
is fed by groundwater high in phosphorus or nitrogen
Other
is1ier is 2 NO
_Untreated stormwater discharges to wetland
Tilled fields or orchards within 150'of wetland
28
Total -Water Quality Function Multiply and score from D,l by D2
Add score to table on e1
DDe ional and Flats Wetlands
FUNCTIONS lndicators that wetland function to
D3. Does the wetland have the potential to reduce flooding and erosion?
POINTSinguce
D3.1 Characteristics of surface water out of the wetland
Wetland has no surface water outlet
Wetland has an intermiftently flowing, or highly constricted, outlet
Wetland is flat and has no obvious outlet and/or is a small ditch
Wetland has an unconstricted surface outlet
4
2
1
0
Marks of ponding are 3 ft or more above the surface
The wetland is a headwater wetland
Marks of ponding between 2 ft to < 3ft from the surface
Marks are at least0.S to < 2 ft from surface
Wetland is flat but has small depressions on the surface that trap water
Marks of pondinq less than 0.5 ft
7
5
5
3
1
0
of ponding above the bottom of outletD3.2 Depth storage wet
4
1
3
D3.3 Contribution of wetland to storage in the water shed
Estimate the ration of the area of upstream basin contributing surface water to the wetland
to the area of the wetland itself.
The area of the basin is less than 10 times the area of the wetland
The area of the basin is 1 0 to 100 times the area of the wetland
The area of the basin is more than 100 times the area of the wetland
Wetland in the FLATS class (basin=the wetland, by definition)
5
3
0
5
D3 Add the ints in the boxes
Multiplier
Answer Yes if the wetland is in a location in the watershed where flood storage, or reduction in
the water velocity, it provides helps protect downstream property and aquatic resources from
flooding or excessive and/or erosive flows.
NO if the water coming into the wetland is controlled by a structure such as a flood gate,
gate, flap valve, reservoir etc. OR you estimate that more than 90% of the water in the
Note which of the following indicators of opportunity apply
Wetland is in a headwater of a river or stream that has
flow into a river or stream that has flooding problems
to uce
flooding problems
Wetland drains to a river or stream that has flooding problems
Wetland has no outlet and impounds surface water that might otherwise
NO multi ier is 1multiis2
nd is from groundwater
Other
Total -Hydrologic Function Multiply and score from D3 by D4
Add score to table on 1
Habitat FunctiOhS-lndicators that the wetland functions to provide important habitat
H1.1 Does the wetland have the potential to provide habitat for many species?
Check the types of vegetation classes present (as defined by Cowardin) if the class covers
more than 10% of the area of the wetlan d or 1 14 acre.
_Aquatic BedX Emergent plants
X Scrub/Shrub (areas where shrubs have >30% cover) :X Forested (areas where trees have >30% cover)X Forested areas have 3 out of 5 shata (canopy, shrubs,
Add'lne number of vegetation types that qualify. lf you have
herbaceous
4
wetland. The
H1.2 Hydrooeriods
Check the $pes of water regimes (hydroperiods) within the
cover more than 10olo of the wetland or 114 acres to count.
has to
_Permanently flooded or inundatedX Seasonally flooded or inundatedX Occasionally flooded or inundatedX Saturated only
Permanentlv flowinq stream or river in. or adiacent to. the wetland
2
H1.3 Richness of Plant Species
Count the # of plant species in the wetland that cover at least 10 ft2
Do not include reed canarygrass, purple loosestrife, Canadian thistle
POINTS
>19
5to19
<5
2
1
0
2
H1.4 lntersoersion of hab
lnterspersion of habitats between vegetation, unvegetated areas is high medium or low
Hiqh= 3 points Moderate=2 points Low=1 point None=0 points 3
Check the habitat features that are present in the wetland, the # of checks is the # of points
Ftarge, downed woody debris within the wetland (.4" diameter and 6' long)X Standing snags (diameter at the bottom >4') in the wetland
Under cut banks are present for at least 6.6 ft and/or overhanging vegetation extends 3.3 ft for 33 ft
-stable
steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskratX At least 114 acre of thin-stemmed persistent vegetation or woody branches in areas that are
seasonally or permanently inundated (struciure for egg-laying amphibians).
lnvasive plants cover less lhan 25o/o of the wetland area in each stratum of plants
3
Totalfor H1. Potential for providing Habitat Add the points in the boxes above 14
H2. Does the wetland have the opportunitv to provide habitat for many
4
Fzr_@-
Choose the description that best represents condition of buffer of wetland. The highest scoring
criteria that applies to the wetland is to be used in the rating.
100m (330') of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >95% of circumference.
100m (330') of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >50% of circumference.
50m (170") of relative undisturbed vegelated areas, rocky areas, or open water >95% of circumference.
100m (330') of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >25% of circumference.
50m (170") of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >50% of circumference.
lf buffer does not meet any of the criteria above
No paved areas (except trails) or buildings within 25 m (80') of wetland >95% circurnference.
No paved areas or buildings within 50 m (80') of wetland >50% circumference.
Heavy grazing in buffer
Vegetated buffers are < 2M wide (6.6 ft) for more than 95% of the circumference
Buffer does not mdet any of the above criteria
5
4
4
3
3
2
2
1
0
I
POINTS
4
H2.2.1is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (riparian or upland) that is
at least 150 ft wide, has at least 30% cover of shrubs, forest of native undisturbed prairie, that connects to
estuaries, or other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 250 acres in size?
. yES = 4 points (go to H2.3) NO = go toH2.2.2
H2.2.2 is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (riparian or upland) that is
at least 50 ft wide, has at least 30% cover of shrubs, forest of native undisturbed prairie, that connects to
estuaries, or other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 25 acres in size? OR a Lake-fringe
wetland , if it does not have an undisturbed corridor as in the question above?
yES = 2 points (go to H2.3) NO = 90 toH2.2.3
H2.2.3 ls the wetland
Within 5 mil (8km) of a brackish or salt water estuary OR within 3 mi of a large field or pasture
OR within 1 mile of a lake greater that 20 acres? YES =1 point
H2
3
H2.3 Near or adjacent to other oriority habitats listed by WDFW
POINTShabitats are within 330 ft (100m) of the wetlandWhich of the followi ng
Riparian
Stands
white oak
Talus
Caves
Cliffs
Oldgrowth forests
Mature forests
Prairies
Urban natural open space
Estuary/Estuary-like
Marine Estuarine shorelines
5
Choose the one description of the landscape around the wetland that best fits POINTS
There are at least 3 other wetland within 1/2 mile, and the connections between then are relatively undisturbed
( light grazing OK, but should NOT be bisected by paved roads or development 5
The wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with little disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands
within 1/2 mib 5
There are at least 3 wetland within 1/2 mile, BUT the connections between then are disturbed 3
The wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands
within 1/2 mile 3
There is at least 1 wetland within 1/2 mile 2
there are no wetland within 1/2 mile 0
H2.4 Wetland Landscaoe
16Total for H2. Opportunity for providing Habitat Add the points in the boxes above
30Total Score for Habitat Functions- Add points for H1 and H2 and record on Page 1
Data Form I
Routine Wetland Determination
(WA State Delineation Manual or 1987 Corps Wetland Delineation Manuatl
ProjecVsite: Winona Wetland(portion adjacent to Parcel#951 900 003) Date;November 28, 2005
ApplicanUowner: James M. Rozanski County: Jefferson
Winona wetland is owned by City of Port Townsend State: WA
lnvestigator: Dixie Llewellin. Olympic Wetland Resources, lnc. S/T/R:S33 T31N R1W
Do normalcircumstances exist on the site no community lD:
Transect lD:
Plot lD:DP #1
ls the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation) yes
ls the area a Problem Area?
Wetland Determination
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Hydric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
Rationale/Remarks?
ls the sampling point within a wetland?
YES
YES
NO
no
no
Salix scouleriana S FACTFACAlnus rubra
Rubus spectabilis S FACAbies qrandis T FACU
H FACUTFACUPolystichum munitumPseudotsuga menziesii
% of dominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: 50%
Check all indicators that apply and explain below:
Regional knowledge of plant communities X Wetland plant list (Nat'l or regional) X
or reproductive adaptations X Morphologicaladaptations
[Er
Vegetation
Stratum lndicatorStratum lndicator Dominant PlantDominant Plant
wetlandfor decision/Remarks: This site is bordedine for wetland etation
Vegetation lndicators:
literature X Wetland plant data base X
rophytic vegetation present?YES
Hydrology
ls it the growing season?
Based on : soiltempeture above
Depth of inundation:
Depth to free water in pit:
Depth to saturated soil:
Check all that apply and explain:
Wetland hydrology present? YES
Rational for decisions/Remarks: Soils moist but not saturated
E NO
or gage
None
None
soils moist
Stream,
Epi pedon_Su lfid ic Odor-Aq u ic Moistu re Reg ime-Red ucin g Cond itions-X-
Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors Concretions_High Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
il
10YR 5/2 abu16"
Soil lndictors:
Yes
rs
1
List Listed on National
axonomy (subgroup): Entic Durochrepts
exture Drawing of soil
Locaon lsSoiXListedHydric
abundance
Soils
p Unit Name: CmC, Clallam gravelly sandy loam
(Series & Phase)
Profile
Horizon co
unsellunsell profile
Drainage Class: 1Ve-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
Soils List Other
NOHydric soils present?
Rational for decisions/Remarks:
[L
Notes: This Data Point is near the wetland edge
Data Form 1
. Routine Wetland Determination
(WA State Delineation Manual or 1987 Corps Wetland Delineation Manual;
ProjecUsite: Winona Wetland(portion adjacent to Parcel#951 900 003) Date:November 28, 2005
ApplicanUowner: James M. Rozanski County: Jefferson
Winona wetland is owned by City of Port Townsend State: WA
lnvestigator: Dixie Llewellin, Olympic Wetland Resources, lnc. S/T/R:S33 T31N R'1W
community lDDo normal circumstances exist on the site
ls the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)
ls the area a ntial Problem Area?
Soils
Map Unit Name. Wa Wapato
(Series & Phase)
Taxonomy (subgroup): Aquic Udifluvents
Profile Descri
Hydric soils present?
Rational for decisions/Remarks: He
no
sect lD:
Plot ID:DP #2
Drainage Class: 1W-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
yes
S
NO
NO
Yes No
Drawing of soil
profile
at Apply)
_Histosol_Histic Epipedon_Sulfidic Odor_Aquic Moisture Regime_Reducing Conditions_X_
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors_Concretions_High Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
X, Listed on Local Hydric Soils List_X_Listed on National H ric Soils List Other
Wetland Determination
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Hydric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
Rationalei Remarks?
NO
mottli and low chroma colors.
NO ls the sampling point within a wetland?
YES
YES
YES
YES
FACUSAlnus rubra T FAC Sambucus racemosa
Salix scouleriana T FAC
o H OBL
Vegetation
Stratum lndicatorStratum lndicator Dominant Plant SDominant Plant S
Wetland t data base X
lndicators:
of dominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: 75%
heck all indicators that apply and explain below:
echnical literature X
NO
onant
Hyd rophytic vegetation present?
Rational for decision/Remarks: A dominance of wetla
Regional knowledge of plant communities X
Physiological or reproductive adaptations X
Wetland plant list (Nat'l or regional) X
Morphological adaptations
Soil Tem pi 42.9 Air Temp 41.9
Drift Lines
Oxidized Root (live roots)
Channels<12 in
FAC Neutral:
Local Soil Survey
Marks:Sediment Deposits
Drainage patterns
YES
Based on : soiltempeture above Biological 0
Depth of inundation: None
Depth to free water in pit: None
Depth to saturated soil: soils moist
Check allthat apply and explain: Stream,il or
NO
NO
otos indicate hi h water levels.are resent, historic
raphs:
ndantRational for decisions/Remarks: Weland
d hydrology present?
Hydrology
ls it the growing season?
Depth
(inches)
Matrix color
(Munsell moist)
Mottle colors
(Munsell moist)
Mottle abundance TextureHorizon
0-3"10YR 4t2
3-16"1OYR 6/2 'toYR 5/6 Very abundant, dispersed
Hydric Soil lndictors:
ilil
il
Notes. This site is surrounded by very large dead standing snags
(assumed)NO
Data Form 1
Routine Wetland Determination
(WA State Delineation Manual or 1987 Corps Wetland Delineation Manuati
ProjecUSite: Winona Wetland(portion adjacent to Parcel#951 900 003) Date:November 28, 2005
ApplicanVowner: James M. Rozanski County: Jefferson
Winona wetland is owned by City of Port Townsend State: WA
lnvestigator: Dixie Llewellin, Olympic Wetland Resources, lnc. S/T/R.S33 T31N R1W
community lDDo normal circumstances exist on the site
ls the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)
ls the area a al Problem Area?
no
sect lD:
Plot lD:DP #3
ls the sampling point within a wetland?
YES
Wetland Determination
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Hydric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
Rationale/Remarks?
YES
YES
YES
yes
NO
NO
NO
NO
no
no
S FAGUAlnus rubra T FAC Oemleria cerasiformis
S FACUPsudotsuga menzesii T FACU Gaultheria shallon
H FACUSalix scouleriana T FAC Polystichum munitum
% of dominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: 33%
Check all indicators that apply and explain below:
Regional knowledge of plant communities X
Physiological or reproductive adaptations X
Technical literature X
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Vegetation
Stratum lndicatorDominant Plant Stratum lndicator Dominant Plant Species
ydrophytic Vegetation lndicators:
YES
Rational for decision/Remarks: Not a dominance of wetland ndant
Wetland plant list (Nat'l or regional)X
Morphological adaptations
Wetland plant data base X
Soil Tempi 42.9 Air Temp 41.9
Marks:
Drift Lines
ized Root (live roots)
Local Soil Survey
Sediment Deposits
Drainage patterns
Channels<12 in
FAC Neutral:
Hydrology
ls it the growing season?
Based on : soiltempeture above
Depth of inundation:
Depth to free water in pit:
Depth to saturated soil:
Check all that apply and explain:
Wetland hydrology present?
Rational for decisions/Remarks:
r NO
raphs
YES
or gage
None
None
soils DRY
Stream,
Depth
(inches)
Matrix color
(Munsell moist)
Mottle colors
(Munsell moist)
Mottle abundance TextureHorizon
0-2 1oYR 5/2
2-6"1oYR 6/1 7.5YR 5i8 Present but small
Hardpan below 6"
Soils
Map Unit Name: CmC, Clallam gravelly sandy loam
(Series & Phase)
Taxonomy (subgroup). Entic Durochrepts
_Histosol_Histic Epipedon_Sulfidic Odor_Aquic Moisture Regime_Reducing Conditions_X_
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors_Concretions_High Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
),... Listed on Local Hydric Soils List Listed on National Hydric Soils
Hydric soils present? YES
Yes
ric Soil lndictors Check All That
and extre co cted
Other
Profile Descri
Rational for decisions/Remarks:Soil ve
Drainage Class: '1Ve-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
Drawing of soil
profile
Notes: This Data Point is outside the wetland and is located near the property boundary stake
Wetland Rating Form-Western Washington
12
4
24
40
Category l=Score >70
Category ll=Score 51-69
Category lll=Score30-50
lV=Score <30L1d
Name of Wetland: Wetland B # 951 900 003 South Reserve of Fowler Pa
i-ocation. Section:3 Township:31 N Range:1W
Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS of wetland
from aboveFinal C (choose the "hi
Ca
hest"
XI ll Does not a
based on Functions provided by wetland
Name of Rater: Dixie Llewellin
Score for Water Quality Functions
Score for Water Hydrologic Functions
Score for Habitat Functions
Total Score For Functions
Affiliation: Olvmpic Wetland Resources, lnc.
Date of Site Visit: November 28,2005
Iil
Wetland Type
Estuarine
Natural Heritage Wetland
Bog
Mature Forest
Old Growth Forest
Coastal Lagoon
lnterdunal
None of the Above
X Depressional
Riverine
Lake-Fringe
Slope
Flats
Freshwater Tidal
D Depressional and Flats Wetlands
'l"otal -Water Quality Function Multiply and score from D1 by D
Add score to table on
2
e1
Water Quality Functions-lndicators that wetland functions to improve water quality
D1. Does the wetland have the potential to improve water quality?
POINTS
D 1 .1 Characteristics of surface water flows out of the wetland:
Wetland is a depression with no surface water outlet
Wetland has an intermittently flowing, or height constricted, outlet
Wetland has an unconstricted surface outlet
Wetland is flat and has no obvious outlet andior outlet is a ditch
c
2
1
1
3
D1.2 The Soil 2" below the surface is clay, organic, or smells anoxic.
YES SOIL BELOW TOP 2" to " lS CLAY
NO
4
0
4
D1 3 Characteristics of persistent vegetation (emergent, shrub, and /or forest class)
Wetland has persistent,
Wetland has persistent,
Wetland has persistent,
Wetland has persistent,
ungrazed, vegetation>=95% of area
ungrazed, vegetation>=112 of area
ungrazed, vegetation>=1/1 0 of area
ungrazed, vegetation< 1/10 of area
4
3
1
0
5
4
2
0
D1 4 Characteristics of seasonal ponding or inundation.
Tlris is the area of the wetland that is ponded for at least 2 months, but dries out sometime during
the year. Do not count the area that is permanently ponded. Estimate area as the average
condition five out of ten years. UNKNOWN
Area seasonally ponded is >112 total area of wetland
Area seasonally ponded is >114 total area of wetland
Area seasonally ponded is <114 total area of wetland 0
Total for D1 Add the points in the boxes above 12
n
Answer YES if you know to believe there are pollutants in groundwater of surface water coming
rnto the wetland that would otherwise reduce water quality in streams, lakes, or groundwater
,Jowngradient from the wetland. Note which of the following conditions provide the sources.
._Grazing in the wetland within 150'
___LJntreated stormwater discharges to wetland
_*__l-illed fields or orchards within 150' of wetland
,-_A siream or culvert discharges into wetland that drains developed areas, residential areas,
farmed fields, roads, or clear cuts COULD POTENTIAL RECEIVE RUNOFF FROM COOK AVENUE
__Residential, urban areas, golf courses are within 150' of wetland
-,_Wetland is fed by groundwater high in phosphorus or nitrogen
Other
ave eo prove r qua ityaD
is1NO muis2YES m
Multiplier
I
12
D Depressional and Flats Wetlands
HYDROLOGIC FUNCTIONS lndicators that wetland function to reduce flooding POINTS
D3. Does the wetland have the potential to reduce flooding and erosion?
D3 1 Characteristics of surface water out of the wetland
Wetland has no surface water outlet
Wetland has an intermittently flowing, or highly constricted, outlet
Wetland is flat and has no obvious outlet and/or is a small ditch
Wetland has an unconstricted surface outlet
4
2
1
0
4
0
0
D3.2 Depth of storage during wet periods Estimate height of ponding above the bottom of outlet
Marks of ponding are 3 ft or more above the surface
The wetland is a headwater wetland
Marks of ponding between 2 ft to < 3ft from the surface
Marks are at leastO.5 to < 2 ft from surface
Wetland is flat but has small depressions on the surface that trap water
Marks of ponding less than 0.5 ft
7
5
5
a
1
0
D3.3 Contribution of wetland to storage in the water shed
Estimate the ration of the area of upstream basin contributing surface water to the wetland
to the area of the wetland itself.
The area of the basin is less than 10 times the area of the wetland
The area of the basin is 10 to 100 times the area of the wetland
The area of the basin is more than 100 times the area of the wetland
Wetland in the FLATS class (basin=the wetland, by definition)
5
J
0
5
"E'otal for D3 Add the points in the boxes above 4
D4. Does the wetland have the opportunitv to reduce flooding and erosion?
Answer Yes if the wetland is in a location in the watershed where flood storage, or reduction in
ihe water velocity, it provides helps protect downstream property and aquatic resources from
fiooding or excessive and/or erosive flows.
Answer NO if the water coming into the wetland is controlled by a structure such as a flood gate
trcle gate, flap valve, reservoir etc. OR you estimate that more than 90% of the water in the
wetland is from groundwater.
i{ote which of the following indicators of opportunity apply.
__Wetland is in a headwater of a river or stream that has flooding problems
___Wetland drains to a river or stream that has flooding problems
_.._-Wetland has no outlet and impounds surface water that might otherwise
flow into a river or stream that has flooding problems
*__Other
YES multiplier is 2 NO multiplier is 1
Multiplier
I
Total -Hydrologic Function Multiply and score from D3 by D4
Add score to table on page 1 4
Habitat FUnCtiOhS-lndicators that the wetland functions to provide important habitat
H1.1 Does the wetland have the potential to provide habitat for many species?
POINTS
4 Types
3 Types
2Types
4
a
I
01
1
PO IN
J
I
I
2
2
TS
4 or more types present
3 types present
2 types present
Lake fringe wetland
Freshwater tidal wetland
1
H1.3 Richness of Plant Species
Count the # of plant species in the wetland that cover at least 10 ft2
Do not include reed canarygrass, purple loosestrife, Canadian thistle
POINTS
>19
5 to 19
<5
z
1
0
1
l-11 4_lnterspersion of h
lnterspersion of habitats between vegetation, unvegetated areas is high medium or low
lliqh= 3 points Moderate=2 points Low=1 point None=0 points 2
H1.5 Features
Check the habitat features that are present in the wetland, the # of checks is the # of points
X Large, dcwned woody debris within the wetland (.4" diarneter and 6' long)
X __Standing snags (diameter at the bottom >4') in the wetland
Under cut banks are present for at least 6.6 ft and/or overhanging vegetation extends 3.3 ft for 33 ft---_-stable steep banks of fine material that might be used by beaver or muskrat
At least 114 acre of thin-stemmed persrstent vegetation or woody branches in areas that are
seasonally or pen-rlanently inundated (structure for egg-laying amphibrans).
X invasive pla nts cover less than 25% of the wetland area in each stratum of plants
Total for H1. Potential for providing Habitat Add the points in the boxes above
J
I
H2. Does the wetland have the opportunitv to provide habitat for many species?
H2.1 Buffers
Choose the description that best represents condition of buffer of wetland. The highest scoring
criteria that applies to the wetland is to be used in the rating.
100m (330') of relative r-rndisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >95% of circumference.
100nr (330') of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >50oh of circumference.
50m (170") of relative undisturbecl vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >95% of circumference.
100m (330') of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >25oh of circumference.
50m (170") of relative undisturbed vegetated areas, rocky areas, or open water >50% of circumference.
lf buffer does not meet any of the criteria above
No paved areas (except trails) or buildings within 25 m (80') of wetland >95% circumference.
No paved areas or buildings within 50 m (80') of wetland >50% circumference.
Heavy grazing in buffer
Vegetated buffers are < 2M wide (6.6 ft) for more than 95% of the circumference
Buffer does not meet any of the above criteria
NTSPO
5
4
4
3
J
2
2
1
0
1
4
H2.2 Corridors and Connections
H2.2.1 is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (riparian or upland) that is
at least 150 ftwide, has at least 30% cover of shrubs, forest of native undisturbed prairie, that connects to
estuaries, or other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 250 acres in size?
yES = 4 points (go to H2.3) NO = go to H2.2.2
H2.2.2 is the wetland part of a relatively undisturbed and unbroken vegetated corridor (riparian or upland) that is
at least 50 ft wide, has at least 30% cover of shrubs, forest of native undisturbed prairie, that connects to
estuaries, or other wetlands or undisturbed uplands that are at least 25 acres in size? OR a Lake-fringe
wetland , if it does not have an undisturbed corridor as in the question above?
yES = 2 points (go to H2.3) NO = go to H2.2.3
H2.2.3 ls the wetland
Within 5 mil (8km) of a brackish or salt water estuary OR within 3 mi of a large field or pasture
OR within 1 nrile of a lake qreater that 20 acres? YES =1 point
4
H2.3 Near or adiacent to other priority habitats listed bv WDFW
Which of the followin g prio habitats are within 330 ft (100m) of the wetland POINTS
Riparian
Aspen Stands
Cliffs
Old-growth forests
Mature forests
Prairies
Talus
Caves
Oregon white oak
Urban natural open space
Estuary/Estuary-like
Marine Estuarine shorelines
J
H24
Clroose the one description of the landscape around the wetland that best fits POINTS
There are at least 3 other wetland within 1/2 mile, and the connections between then are relatively undisturbed
( light grazing OK, but should NOT be bisected by paved roads or development 5
The wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with little disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands
within 1i2 mile 5'l-here are at least 3 wetland within 1/2 mile, BUT the connections between then are disturbed 3
I'he wetland is Lake-fringe on a lake with disturbance and there are 3 other lake-fringe wetlands
wiihin 1/2 mile 3
There is at least 1 wetland within 1/2 mile 2
there are no wetland within 1/2 mile 0
6
Total for H2. Opportunity for providing Habitat Add the points in the boxes above 16
T'otal Score for Habitat Functions- Add points for Hl and H2 and record on Page 1 24
Data Form 1
(wA state De r i n e a t i o ifi:tfl: [:1 ?:1 ?:t"#il:li I I o o",,. eat i o n M a n u a r ;
ProjecUsite: Wetland B Parcel (#951 900 003) Date:November 28, 2005
Applicant/owner: James M. Rozanski County: Jefferson
Wetland Mapped on NWI State: WA
lnvestig ator: Dixie Llewellin, Olvmpic Wetland Resources, lnc.
Do normal circumstances exist on the site
is the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)
is ihe area a tial Problem Area?
$oils
l/lap Unit Name: Wa Wapato Silty Clay Loam
(Series & Phase)
Fluvaquentic Haplaquolls
Profile Desc
yes
NO
NO
NO
no
Drainage Class: lllW-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
S/T/R:S33 T31N R1W
community lD:
Transect lD:
Plot lD:DP #18
Yes No
Drawing of soil
profile
YES
ric Soil lndictors Check All That Apply)
-__Histosol_Histic Epipedon_Sulfidic Odor_Aquic Moisture Regime_Reducing Conditions_X_
_ X-_-Gleyed or Low-C h roma Colors_Concretion s_H
)( t-isteO on Local Hydric Soils List_X_Listed on National
igh Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
I'lydric soils present?NO
t{ational for decisions/Remarks. Hea mottli and low chroma colors and ric soils list
Wetland Determination
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Hydric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
Rationale/Remarks? Site also near
ric Soils List Other
ls the sampling point within a wetland?
no
no
S FACUSambucus racemosaAlnus rubra T FAC
H FACTFACCarex hendersoniiSalix scouleriana
H FACSFACUrtica dioicaRubus spectabilis
1.'r, of Cominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: 83%
Check all indicators that apply and explain below:
Regional knowledge of plant communities X
Physiological or reproductive adaptations X
Technical literature X
l{ydrophytic vegetation present?
Rational for decision/Remarks: A dominance of wetla
Vegetation
Dominant Plant S Stratum lndicatorDontinant Plant Stratum lndicator
Wetland lant data base X
nt etation
Flydrophytic V
NO
Wetland plant list (Nat'l or regional) X
Morphological adaptations
Soil Tempi 42.9 Air Temp 41.9
Water Marks:
Drift Lines
Oxidized Root (live roots)
Channels<12 in
Draina
SoilSu
Sediment
wa)
FAC Ne
Hydrology
is it the growing season?
Based on : soiltempeture above
Depth of inundation:
Depth to free water in pit:
Depth to saturated soil:
Check all that apply and explain:
Wetland hydrology present?
q
rap
NO
dataStream, Lake or
NO
Rational for decisions/Remarks: Past records of soils and NWI and soil moisture
None
None
soils moist
Depth
(inches)
Matrix color
(Munsell moist)
Mottle colors
(Munsell moist)
Mottle abundance TextureHorizon
0-.1"'1OYR 3/2
4 -16"2.5 YR 3/2 1OYR 4/4 Very abundant
il
il
YES
YES
YES
large stand ng ead snags
(assumed)NO
Data Form 1.. Routine Wefland Determination
(WA State Delineation Manual or 1987 Corps Wetland Delineation Manuar;
Project/Site: Wetland B Parcel (#951 900 003) Date.November 2g, 2005
ApplicanUowner: James M. Rozanski
Wetland Mapped on NWI
lnvestig ator: Dixie Llewellin, Olvmoic Wetland rces. lnc
Do normal circumstances exist on the site
is the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation) yes
ls tiie area a ntial Problem Area?S
$oils
fvlap Unit Name: Wa Wapato Silty Clay Loam
(Series & Phase)
liluvaquentic Haplaquolls
Profile on
no
NO (assumed)
NO
County: JeffersonState: WA
S/T/R:S33 T31N R1W
community lD:
Transect lD:
Plot lD:DP #28
eck All That ply)
Histosol_Histic Epipedon_sulfidic Odor_Aquic Moisture Regime Reducing ConditionsXX_Gleyed
X L.isted on
or Low-Chroma Colors Concretions
Local t-lydric Soils List_X_Listed on National H
High Organic Streaking in Sandy Soits
Soils List_Otheri{yclric soils present?N
ric soils listilational for decisions/Remarks:H eavy mottli and low roma colors and
Wetland Determination
i iydrophytic vegetation present?
llydric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
iiationale/Remarks? Site has been partially
NO ls the sampling point wrthin a wefland?
Drainage Class: lllW-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
Yes No
Drawing of soil
profile
YES
no
no
Rosa nutkana S FAC Ribes lacustre S FAC+
Salix scouleriana T FAC
Rubus spectabilis S FAC
% of dominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: '100%
Check all incjicators that apply and explain below:
liegional knowledge of plant communities X
Physiologicalorreproductiveadaptations X
Technical literature X
Hydrophytic vegetation present?E!il
Vegetation
Domirrant Plant Stratum lndicator Dominant Plant res Stratum lndicatorctes
rS
Rational for decision/Remarks. A dominance of
Wetland
tlydrophytic
Wetland plant
Morphological
facultative
list (Nat'l or regional)X
adaptations
data base X
NO
etation.
Soil Temp: 42.9 Air Temp 41.9
Local Soil Survey
E@ffi@Sediment
(wa)
FAC Neutral
hannels<12 in
ized Root (live roots)
Water Marks:
Drift Lines
Hydrology
ls it the growing season?
Based on : soiltempeture above
Depth of inundation:
Depth to free water in pit:
Depth to saturated soil:
Check all that apply and explain.
ril
or
c
Biolog
NO
and NWI and soil moisture
NO
photographsWetland hydrology present?
Rational for decisions/Remarks: past records of
None
None
soils moist
Stream,
Depth
(inches runsell mo
Mottle abunHorizon M eco ance TextureMunsell moi
color
1OYR 3/2c-4"
.l- tr)10 YR YR4I2 1]YR 4t4 Very abundant
Soil lndictors:
U
YES
YES
YES
red of vegetation for soil testing. This is a flat low-lying area
NO
Data Form 1
.. Routine Wetland Determination
(WA State Delineation Manual or 1987 Corps Wetland Delineation Manuat;
ProlecUSite: Wetland B Parcel (#951 900 003) Date:November 28, 2005
ApplicanUowner. James M. Rozanski County: Jefferson
Wetiand Mapped on NWI State: WA
lnvestigator: Dixie Llewellin, Olvmpic Wetland Resources, lnc. S/T/R:S33 T31N R1W
community lD:Do nornral circumstances exist on the site
is the site signrficantly disturbed (atypical situation)
is the area a Problem Area?
Soils
Map Unit Name. Wa Wapato Silty Clay Loam
(Series & Phase)
Fluvaquentic Haplaquolls
Profile Description
YES
YES
YES
no
ransect lD
Plot lD:DP #38
Drainage Class: lllW-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
yes
s
Yes No
Drawing of soil
profile
at
Histosol_Histic Epipedon_Sulfidic Odor--Aquic Moisture Regime_Reducing Conditions_X_
X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors_Concretions_High Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Listed on Local Hydric Soils List_X_Listed on National Hydric Soils Other
Hyclric soils present?YES
flational for decisions/Remarks:Althou h mottles were resent this is not SO
Wetland Determination
l-lydrophytic vegetation present?
l-1yd ric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
d
NO
NO
NO
ls the sampling point within a wetland?
YES NO
s
no
no
T FACUPseudotsuqa menzesii T FACU Abies grandis
FACUPolvstichium munitum HPrunus emarqinata T FACU
H FAC+S FAC Carex deweyanaliosa nutkana
% of dominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: 33%
Check all indicators that apply and explain below:
Regional knowledge of plant communities X
Physiologicalorreproductive adaptations X
NO
Stratum lndicatorStratum lndicator Dominant Plant S
data base X
on
X
Vegetation
Dominant Plant Species
Wetland plant list (Nat'l or regional) X
Morphological adaptations
Wetland plant
YES
ion less than 50%
Technical iiterature
Hyclrophytic vegetation present?
Rational for decision/Remarks. Facultative
Soil Tem p: 42.9 Air Temp 41.9
Water Marks:
Drift Lines
Oxidized Root (live roots)
Channels<12 in
FAC Neutral:
Local Soil Survey
E@Sediment De
(wa)
its
l'{ydrology
ls it the growing season?
Based on : soiltempeture above
Depth of inundation:
Depth to free water in pit:
Depth to saturated soil:
Check all that apply and explain:
E
NI otographs.ata:
NO
Stream,or
and hydrology present?
Rational for decisions/Remarks: Soils d
None
None
soils moist
YES
n at 11 inches
Depth
(inches)
Matrix color
(Munsell moist)
Mottle colors
(Munsell moist)
Horizon Mottle abundance Texture
0-8"10YR 4t2
4-11 '10 YR 5/2 Present but not abundant
n
NO
iiaiionaie/Remarks? DP#3 bordering on Peary, slightly upslope as shown on survey
Data Form 1
Routine Wetland Determination
(WA State Delineation Manual or 1987 Corps Wetland Delineation Manual;
Pro.lecVSite: Wetland B Parcel (#951 900 003) Date:November 28, 2005
ApplicanUowner: James M. Rozanski County: Jefferson
Wetland Mapped on NWI State. WA
investigator: Dixie Llewellin, Olympic Wetland Resources, lnc. S/T/R:S33 T3'1N R1W
Do normal circumstances exist on the site
is the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)
ls the area a potential Problem Area?
Soils
Map Unit Name: Wa Wapato Silty Clay Loam
(Series & Phase)
Fluvaquentic Haplaquolls
Profile Descri n
Drainage Class. lllW-1
Field observation confirm
mapped type?
NO
and low roma colors and ric soils list
no community lD:
Transect lD:
Plot lD:DP #48
mottli
yes
NO
NO
NO
Yes No
Drawing of soil
profile
I lndictors Check All That
Histosol_Histic Epipedon.-Sulfidic Odor_Aquic Moisture Regime_Reducing Conditions_X_
Gleyeci or Low-Chroma Colors Concretions_High Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
Listed on Local Hydric Soils List_X_Listed on National ric Soils List Other
l{ydric soils present?
Rational for decisions/Remarks: He
Wetland Determination
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Hydric soils present?
Wetland hydrology present?
ls the sampling point within a wetland?
YES NO
no
no
S FACURosa nutkana S FAC Sambucus racemosa
S FACUSp,irea douglasii S FACW Amelanchier alnifolia
Rubus spectabilis S FAC
Vegetation
Stratum lndicatorDominant Plant Stratum lndicator Dominant Plant S
wetlands
Wetland lant data
heck all indicators that apply and explain below:
Xechnical literature
Hydrophytic vegetation present?
Rational for decision/Remarks: E ambucus n
Hydrophytic Vegetation I ndicators:
% of dominants OBL, FACW, and FAC: 60%
Regional knowledge of plant communities X
Physiological or reproductive adaptations X
Wetland plant list (Nat'l or regional) X
Morphological adaptations
base X
NO
identified in Jefferson Cou
Soil Tem p: 42.9 Air Temp 41.9
Drift Lines
Oxidized Root (live roots)
Channels<12 in
FAC Neutral:
Local Soil Survey
rnse
Sediment De its
(wa)
MarksYES
l3ased on : soiltempeture above Biological0
Depth of inundation: None
Depth to free water in pit: None
Depth to saturated soil. soils moist
Check allthat apply and explain: Stream,or
an
NO
and soil moistureRational for decisions/Remarks: Past records of h
nd hydrology present?
l'lydrology
ls it the growing season?
Aerial photog
NO
Depth
(inches)
Matrix color
(Munsell moist)
Mottle colors
(Munsell moist)
Mottle abundance TextureHorizon
0-4"1OYR 3/2
4-16"10 YR 4t2 1OYR 4/4 Very abundant
Mil
U
YES
YES
YES
YES
Rationale/Remarks? Much of the vegetation removed, DP#4 is near the base of the slope off Cook.