MOA Level Ecological Survey Report Requirements · 2012. 11. 6. · Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Include the flow -path of each stream to the nearest TNW (ex. Stream 1 Big Darby

Level 1 Ecological Survey

Report Requirements

ODOT -- Office of Environmental Services

Level 1 Ecological Survey Report

The Level 1 Report is used to coordinate projects that fall under the MOA between FHWA/ODOT, USFWS, and ODNR.

Project qualifications to meet the MOA: Projects that meet the NWP program, and/or need only a Level 1 or 2 PAN, and Projects that do not require an Individual 401 or a Level 3 PAN , and Projects that will not impact a National Scenic River below OHWM

Project types that generally fall under the MOA: Bridge rehabilitation/replacement Culvert replacement/minor lengthening Bike trails Minor road rehabilitation or widening Some minor road realignments

New Level 1 ESR form will be used to coordinate these projects with the appropriate agencies.

Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Title page of the report contains

general project information. Please fill out author and contact

information so that ODOT-OES can contact the author with any questions.

Date of submission is the date that the consultant completes the report.

Cover photo is selected by the author.

Project C-R-S / Name:

Project Identification Number (PID):

Report Type: Level One ESR (MOA)

Report Author(s):

Affiliation:

Phone:

Email:

Date of Submission:

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

1980 WEST BROAD STREET COLUMBUS, OHIO 43223

(614) 466-7100

Project C-R-S / Name:

Project Identification Number (PID):

Report Type: Level One ESR (MOA)

Report Author(s):

Affiliation:

Phone:

Email:

Date of Submission:

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This section contains general project location information and the description of the project.

Project description should include the following: An explanation of the work that will occur for the project. General study area land-use. Length of the study area (for linear projects) A brief synopsis of the impacts for the project Descriptions will be more in-depth for projects that go off existing

alignment.

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION

ODOT District: County(ies): Township(s):

Latitude: Study Area Size (ac): Area of Construction

Limits (ac): Longitude:

Date of Survey Work (mm/dd/yyyy): HUC 14:

Project Description (include a detailed description of the construction activities):


Vegetative Communities within construction limits Level of Disturbance High Quality Habitats Acres Impacted

Vegetative Communities and Land Cover

VEGETATIVE COMMUNITIES AND LAND COVER WITHIN CONSTRUCTION LIMITS (areas impacted by the project)

Vegetative Communities and Land Cover found within the Construction Limits: Degree of Man Induced Ecological Disturbance Unique, Rare, or

High Quality? Impacted Acres

(Choose) (Choose) (Choose) Enter Acres





Additional Information:

STREAMS Present? (Choose) Impacts? (Choose)

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*Subject to verification by the USACE (TNW=Traditional Navigable Water, RPW=Relatively Permanent Water Perennial or Seasonal, NRPW=Non-RPW) **May be provisional based on habitat assessment forms Additional Information: How the stream(s) connect to Traditional Navigable Water (TNW):


Stream ID is the USGS name of the stream, or the identification number or name given to the stream by the consultant (eg. Stream 1)

Receiving waters is the stream that the impacted stream flows to. Can be a named stream, or an unnamed tributary.

Three stream types: TNW, RPW, or Non-RPW Flow Characteristics: Perennial, Seasonal (Intermittent), or Ephemeral For the OEPA use designation, include the QHEI/HHEI score for streams with no

ALU Scenic River is answered as yes or no. Answer “yes” if it is within 1,000 feet.

Streams

Fill in Presence and Impacts boxes Delete any rows that are unneeded

Additional information

Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Include the flow-path of each stream to the nearest TNW (ex. Stream

1 Big Darby Creek Scioto River). Include details on impacts to each stream (see Impacts Analysis

Section for more information). Include any other details such as observed pollution issues, field

sampling issues, and other pertinent information.

Streams: Additional Information Box

WETLANDS Present? (Choose) Impacts? (Choose)

Wet

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ID

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Impa

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Type

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Additional Information: How the wetland(s) connects to Traditional Navigable Water (TNW):


Wetland ID is the name that the consultant assigns the wetland (eg. Wetland A) List if each wetland is isolated, adjacent or abutting. Only wetlands that are adjacent or abutting will have receiving waters List ORAM category and score Wetland type should fit the Cowardin classification Total size of wetland include the size of the entire wetland (even if it extends outside of the

project area. Include size in study area in acres. Often this will be the same as the impact acreage. Include impacts in acres.

Wetlands

Fill in Presence and Impacts boxes


Delete any rows that are unneeded

Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Include the flow-path of each abutting or adjacent wetland to the

nearest TNW (ex. Wetland A Trib to BDC Big Darby Creek Scioto River).

Include details on impacts to each wetland (see Impacts Analysis Section for more information).

Include any other details such as observed pollution issues, field sampling issues, illegal fills, and other pertinent information.

Wetlands: Additional Information Box

DITCHES Present? (Choose) Impacts? (Choose)

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Only discuss potentially jurisdictional ditches. Ditch ID is the name that the consultant assigns the wetland (eg. Wetland A) RPW, OWHM Present, Constructed in or drains a wetland, and Constructed through hydric

soils boxes should be marked yes or no. Wetted width is the width of the area below OHWM, use this times the length to figure

impacts (convert to acreage Include length within the study area. Total length is not necessary. Include impacts in acres.

Potentially Jurisdictional Ditches




Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Include the flow-path of each

potentially jurisdictional ditch to the nearest TNW (ex. Ditch 1 Big Darby Creek Scioto River).

Include the location of the origin of the ditch

Include details on impacts to each ditch (see Impacts Analysis Section for more information).

Include any other details such as observed pollution issues, field sampling issues, and other pertinent information.

Ditches: Additional Information Box

PONDS, LAKES, RESERVOIRS Present? (Choose) Impacts? (Choose)

Pond

ID

Phot

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Pond ID is the name that the consultant assigns the wetland (eg. Pond A) Mark whether the resource is isolated or non-isolated. Receiving waters is the nearest stream that a non-isolated pond flows to (left blank for

isolated ponds) Design function is the type of pond/lake/reservoir and its function (retention, farm pond,

water supply, natural lake, etc). Answer “functions as intended” with yes or know Include total size of the resource, even portions of the resource outside the project area. Include impacts in acres.

Ponds/Lakes/Reservoirs





Include the flow-path of each non-isolated resource to the nearest TNW (ex. Pond A Big Darby Creek Scioto River).

Include details on impacts to each pond/lake/reservoir (see Impacts Analysis Section for more information).

Include any other details such as observed pollution issues, field sampling issues, fills, and other pertinent information.

Ponds/Lakes/Reservoirs: Additional Information Box

MUSSEL BEDS Present? (Choose) Impacts? (Choose) Species Name: Listing Status:

Write-up Including Impacts to Suitable Habitat: Species Name: Listing Status:

Write-up Including Impacts to Suitable Habitat: Additional Information:

Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Unionid Mussels

Species Name (common and scientific)

Listing Status (State and/or Federal)

Impacts write-up

Additional Information box

If a listed species of mussel (shell material or live mussel) is found within or adjacent to the project area, it will also have to be discussed in the Listed Species section. The preparer can reference between the sections to minimize repetition. USFWS has announced a list of streams that may have populations of federally listed mussels. No collecting of live mussels is permitted in these streams without a federal permit.

Unionid mussels should be surveyed for in any perennial stream large enough to support mussels (generally over 5 square mile drainage)


Additional Information Box should include the following: General discussion on population

composition, age classes, in-stream location, and habitats used by live mussels.

The condition of dead shells: • Fresh dead – periostracum intact, nacre

still shiny, portions of the hinge may still be present

• Dead – periostractum mostly intact, nacre dull, no protein or soft parts present

• Weathered dead – very worn, periostracum nearly gone, nacre gone or very dull, shell may be fractured.

Discuss any listed mussels in the appropriate Listed Species table.

Unionid Mussels


For each species with known ranges that includes the project county(ies), include the following: A brief life history synopsis, focusing on habitat requirements Records within a mile (or within 5 miles for IB captures, and 10 miles for hibernacula) Distance to nearest Bald Eagle nesting activity If the species was found within the project area (IF YES, CALL OES FIRST!!!) If critical habitat was found within the project area (IF YES, CALL OES FIRST!!!) If suitable habitat was found within the project area Impacts to the suitable habitat

For Indiana bat, also summarize the information from the Bat Habitat Worksheet. Include any other pertinent information in the Additional Information box (including date of

surveys for listed species).

Federally Listed Species FEDERALLY LISTED SPECIES Species Name: Indiana Bat (Myotis sodalis) Listing Status: Endangered

Total amount of impact to forested areas as a result of the project (ac):





For each species with records within a mile of the project (or that were found within or directly adjacent to the project area) A brief life history synopsis, focusing on habitat requirements Distance of record from project area If the species was found within the project area If suitable habitat was found within the project area Impacts to the suitable habitat

If a federal species record is located within a mile, reference between the Federal and State species tables to minimize repetition.

Include the dates of any species specific surveys in the Additional Information box, and any other pertinent information.

State Listed Species STATE LISTED SPECIES Known Listed Species Within 1 Mile of Project (DNAP Database)? (Choose) Species Name: Listing Status:





Put an “x” next to what is included in the appendices. The maps/photos/plans/forms that have a red “x” beside

them are required. The maps/photos/plans/forms that have a blue “x” are

required if the resource exists in the study area, or if available.

Appendices

APPENDICES Appendix 1: Mapping Appendix 2: Photo Log Appendix 3: Plans Appendix 4: Forms ☐ Topographic Map ☐ Photo Location Map ☐ Plan and Profile ☐ QHEI ☐ County Map ☐ Project Photos ☐ Bridge Detail ☐ HHEI ☐ Aerial Photo ☐ Indiana Bat Photos ☐ Other ☐ Wetland Delineation ☐ Resource Map ☐ Other ☐ ORAM ☐ Other ☐ OBD Review ☐ Bat Habitat Worksheet

Mapping USGS 7.5” Topographic Map

Must be clearly labeled with the correct USGS Quad map name and project name

Map must use standard quad scale. A close-up map of the project area can also be included if detail is needed.

Clearly mark entire project area on map County maps or other types of mapping can make finding a project

area easier when there are not many identifying characteristics on the topographic map.

Resources map shows location of ecological resources within the project area Show locations of streams and wetlands Show locations of suitable roosting habitat for IB.

Topographic Mapping Example

Aerial Photo and Resource Map Examples

MOA Photos and Photo Log Photo log for bridge replacement projects should consist of the following.

Photos from roadway taken through the bridge from both directions on the roadway.

Photos of the upstream segment and downstream segment of the stream from the bridge.

Photos of the bridge from the stream from upstream and downstream. A photo of each quadrant of the project area. A photo/photos of potentially impacted wetlands Representative photos of Indiana bat roosting habitat within the project area. Photographs of all potential maternity roost trees. Photo of any rare species or freshwater mussel shells found within or adjacent to

the project area.

Photo logs of long projects should contain representative photos of impacted habitats, including culvert replacement areas, Indiana bat habitat trees, impacted terrestrial habitats, and wetlands that may be impacted by the project.

TAKE AS MANY PHOTOS AS NECESSARY TO DOCUMENT THE PROJECT AREA

MOA Photos and Photo Log Continued.

Photos must be in color. Photos, especially digital

photos and photos that are copied must be clear.

Photos should be 3” x 5” or 4” x 6”. Panoramic photos can be used to show a larger area if needed.

Each photo should have a caption explaining the photo (eg. Walnut Creek upstream of the bridge).

NO SNOW PICTURES!!!!

Photo Log Map Example

Plan Sheets Although not required to process the MOA, they

offer good information and are sometimes needed for field reviews.

Can also be used for the photo log. Plan and profile sheets are the most informative. Cross Sections are useful to determine wetland

impacts. Culvert details are used to quantify stream

impacts. It is helpful to have the trees that will be

removed marked on the plans.

Plan Sheet Example

Shows trees to be removed. Shows possible parking areas and work pads.

Forms

If project will impact a stream, a QHEI or HHEI form is required

If a project will impact a wetland, a routine wetland delineation form and the ORAM form are required

For projects that will impact suitable IB habitat, the Indiana Bat Habitat Characterization Worksheet is required.

A NHDB check is required for ALL PROJECTS

General MOA Coordination Timeframes Review by OES in 15 working

days, if supplemental field work is not required.

Agencies have 30 days to review the submissions. They can request more time if needed.

Generally, OES returns comments within a few days of receipt, unless there is an issue with the comments.

Additional information will be requested for incomplete packages. A 15 working day review time will begin again after the new information is received.

ODOT-OES coordinates ALL projects with the Agencies.

Field Work

If project is an LPA project that is not let by ODOT, any further field work is usually done by a pre-qualified consultant

If a project is an LPA project or an ODOT project let by ODOT, any further field work may be done by OES or pre-qualified consultant, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Level 1 Report Submission Consultant submits reports

to the appropriate ODOT district.

ODOT is now coordinating MOA projects electronically, so OES will need one hard copy, and the district will post an electronic copy for submission to the agencies

No additional copies will be needed for State Scenic Rivers

One additional hard copy will be needed for projects within 1,000 feet of a National Scenic River.

QUESTIONS?

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MOA Level Ecological Survey Report Requirements · 2012. 11. 6. · Level 1 Ecological Survey Report Include the flow -path of each stream to the nearest TNW (ex. Stream 1 Big Darby