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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1.08 Wildlife Impact StudyMRI May 2012 Appendix G Wildlife Impact Study 6 Limited Impact Review Appendix G [This page was left blank intentionally.] Consultants in Natural Resources and the Environment Denver . Boise . Durango . Western Slope ERQ ERO Resources Corp. P.O. Box 932 161 South 2nd Street Hotchkiss, CO 81419 (970) 872-3020 Fax: (970) 872-4572 Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, CO Prepared for — MRI PO Box 1474 1058 CR 100 Carbondale, CO and Schmueser Gordon Meyer 118 W. 6th Street, Suite 200 Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601 Prepared by — ERO Resources Corporation PO Box 932 Hotchkiss, CO 81419 February 2012 Consultants in Natural Resources and the Environment Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND 1 2.0 GARFIELD COUNTY VEGETATION AND WILDLIFE 1 Vegetation 1 Wildlife Habitat 2 Big Game 3 Raptors 4 Fish 5 Special Status Species 5 General Wildlife Habitat 7 3.0 POTENTIAL WILDLIFE IMPACTS 7 Wildlife Habitat 8 Big Game 8 Raptors 8 Fish 8 Special Status Species 9 4.0 RECOMMENDED MITIGATION 9 5.0 REFERENCES 9 Figure Figure 1. Site Location Figure 2. Site Plan LIST OF FIGURES LIST OF TABLES Table Page Table 1. Vegetation Observed in Project Area 2 Table 2. Special Status Species in Garfield County 5 ii ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado 1.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND MRI is proposing expanding an existing industrial facility located near Carbondale. A waste transfer/recycling center is proposed. The project is located in approximately 1.5 miles east of the Carbondale city limits off of Catherine Store Road (County Road 100; CR 100). The legal description for the property is S'h Township 7 South, Range 88 West, Sections 34 and 35 (6th PM), of the USGS Carbondale 7.5 -Minute Quadrangle, Garfield County, Colorado (see Figure 1). Coordinates for the project are UTM NAD 83: Zone 13N; 312156mE, 4363175mN; Latitude, Longitude: 39.3976°N, - 107.1815°W. The elevation of the existing facility is about 6,200 to 6,300 feet. The current use of the facility is for equipment storage, including dump trucks, other large trucks and equipment, roll -offs, dumpsters, large recycling roll -offs and other storage containers, trailers, tanks, and RV's. An administrative facility is also on the property. The existing facility is about 2,600 feet long by about 400 feet wide, including parking, storage, and access areas. In the future, MRI proposes to enlarge the existing building by about 16 feet along a portion of the north side, an area currently occupied by parking and vehicle access. MRI also proposes to construct a new access route along the north edge of the building to provide vehicle access to the adjacent administrative buildings. The area of the new access route is currently occupied by roll -off dumpster storage and other related facilities. An additional water system, including a water line and several water storage tanks, has also been proposed south and west of the facility to address fire -safety concerns. The proposed fire tank storage system would connect to the existing irrigation infrastructure and would include an 8" DIP water line and 1" HDPE water line charged by four buried 25,000 gallon tanks. The water line length would be about 900 feet. The tanks would be located approximately four hundred feet west of the facility (at an approximate elevation of 6,400 feet) and the lines would be buried in a mix of pinyon juniper woodland and sagebrush habitat with an initial surface disturbance width of approximately 20 feet prior to revegetation. The total estimated temporary surface disturbance for the tanks and the water line would be about 0.4 acres. The line would enter the northeast corner of the existing developed site via a proposed hydrant, water valve, and curb stop. New disturbance would be minimized by placing the new facilities within existing disturbance footprints for other pipelines and work areas on the property. All disturbed areas would be revegetated with a seed mix approved by Garfield County Vegetation Manager Steve Anthony, and managed for weed control as directed. Existing and recent traffic patterns from the site (from Waste Solutions, MRI, trucking companies, various renters, and Snowmass Base Village Trucking) includes large trucks (trash trucks and semi - trucks; SGM 2012). Existing traffic on CR 100 also was documented for the Traffic Assessment. CR 100 is a low -speed (30mph) road, supporting a mix of passenger cars, trucks, and heavy vehicles. An ERO Resources Corporation (ERO) biologist surveyed the project area February 13, 2012. Site photos are in the attached photo log. 2.0 GARFIELD COUNTY VEGETATION AND WILDLIFE VEGETATION The existing facility is mostly unvegetated and is occupied by buildings, parking and access, and storage areas as noted previously. Rabbitbrush and upland grasses, as well as evergreen trees (mostly 1 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado blue spruce) planted as landscaping and screening for the facility, are within the property footprint. Sagebrush, smooth brome, fringed sage, and elm were observed. South of the facility is a steep hillside vegetated by pinyon juniper woodland. Vegetation was partially obscured by recent snowfall, but rabbitbrush, elm, and various upland grasses were visible. The ridgeline for the hillside blocks views to the south. Visibility south from the property is about 600 feet. An existing pipeline disturbance corridor traverses the ridge from north to south, south of the existing building. From the parking area north of the Mid -Continent Resources building, there is a steep hillslope down to the Rio Grande Trail, an asphalt multi -use trail, which runs immediately north of the property. The hillslope is vegetated by a rabbitbrush-dominated grassland. County Road 100 (Catherine Store Road) runs north of the Rio Grande trail. Beyond the highway is the Roaring Fork River Valley, which supports a variety of land uses. The Gus Darien Riding Arena is north of the west entrance to the property. Other land uses include irrigated pasture/hay meadows and large -lot residential areas. The ditches along County Road 100 support large cottonwood trees and small wetland/riparian fringes, mostly east of the Mid -Continent Resources building. Ditches within irrigated pasture/hay meadows also support large cottonwood trees. The Roaring Fork River is about l/ to 3/4 mile north of the property. Table 1. Vegetation Observed in Project Area Common Name Scientific Name Alfalfa Medicago sativa Cheatgrass Anisantha tectorum Cottonwood Populus deltoides Crested/Annual Wheatgrass Agropyron cristatum Four -wing saltbush Atriplex canescens Greasewood Sarcobatus vermiculatus Intermediate wheatgrass Thinopyrum intermedium Kochia Bassia sieversiana Rabbitbrush Chrysothamnus nauseosus Sagebrush Centaurea diffusa Timothy Phleum pretense Yellow sweet clover Melilotus officinalis Smooth brome Bromopsis inermis Siberian elm Ulmus pumila Utah Juniper Juniperus osteosperma Blue spruce Picea pungens Source: Weber and Wittmann 2001 WILDLIFE HABITAT Garfield County contains a variety of wildlife habitat. In general, the county encompasses a large expanse in Colorado including a wide variety of habitat types, from semi -arid shrubland to alpine tundra. With an area of approximately 3,000 square miles, the county is approximately 110 miles long, 50 miles wide at the eastern end, and 20 miles wide at the western end. Elevations within the county range from 4,700 feet to over 13,000 feet at the tallest mountain peaks. The elevation at the project site is approximately 6,300 feet. 2 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado Big Game Garfield County has abundant game resources, including big game species. Big game species known to occur in Garfield County include American elk (Cervus elaphus), bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis), black bear (Ursus americanus), mountain lion (Felis concolor), mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus), pronghorn (Antilocapra americana), and white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus). Moose (Alces alces) may also occur as a rare big game species. The project is located within the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Game Management Unit (GMU) 43. Most big game species are nocturnal (active at night) or crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk). These species often seek protected areas with tree cover during the day, and forage during nighttime or dawn/dusk hours. Most movement for feeding or to water sources occurs during twilight hours. The migration corridor identified by CPW (see Elk and Deer sections below) is south of the project area, and south of CR 100 east of the project area. Game likely moves along the ridgelines south of the existing facility, and waters at the Roaring Fork River south of CR 100 and Highway 82. These species likely forage in the Roaring Fork River floodplain, in both natural riparian areas and within the agricultural areas (pasture/haymeadows) in the valley bottom. American Elk American elk range throughout the western two-thirds of Colorado generally at elevations above 6,000 feet. Elk occur in semi -open forests or forest edges adjacent to parks, meadows, and alpine tundra. Elk sometimes move in herds of several hundred individuals (CDOW 2010a). No elk migration corridors are known to exist within the project site. The northern edge of an elk migration corridor is located approximately 0.25 mile south of the project area (CDOW 2010a). There is very little elk forage in the project area, and the level of human disturbance is high. The project area is low value habitat for elk. Bighorn Sheep Bighorn sheep typically occur in steep, high mountain terrain. In Colorado, they prefer habitat dominated by grass, low shrubs, and rock cover, and often rest on inaccessible cliffs (CDOW 2010a). Bighorn sheep range is available in the extreme northeastern section of Garfield County within the higher elevations. As a result of their habitat requirements, the proposed project area does not contain any habitat suitable for bighorn sheep and will not be analyzed further. Black Bear Black bear habitat includes montane shrublands and forests, and subalpine forests at moderate elevations. In Colorado, the largest populations of black bears live in the western two-thirds of the state in areas with Gambel oak (Quercus gambelii), aspen (Populus tremuloides), chokecherry (Prunus virginiana), and serviceberry (Amelanchier sp.) (CDOW 2010a). The project area falls into the overall range for this species, but does not exist within its migration corridors, human -bear conflict areas, or summer or fall concentration areas. Although black bear range is found throughout Garfield County, they are not expected to occur on site regularly due to the lack of suitable habitat and high level of human activity. Mountain Lion The mountain lion is common in the western two-thirds of the state. Mountain lions are most abundant in foothills, canyons, or mesa country where they primarily use montane forests, shrublands, 3 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado and pinyon juniper woodlands. The project area is located within the overall range of the mountain lion and they have some potential to occur within the project area (CDOW 2010a). However, due to the level of human disturbance and activity, mountain lion may pass through the project area but are unlikely to find suitable foraging habitat. Moose Moose inhabit forested areas and forest edges that are usually in close proximity to lakes, streams, or marshes. They rely heavily on early successional stages within recently burned areas or areas manipulated by beavers (CDOW 2010a). The proposed project area does not contain any habitat suitable for moose and is not within mapped moose range. Mule Deer There are two species of deer in Colorado. White-tailed deer are common in streamside woodlands and nearby croplands along the rivers of the eastern plains, and do not occur in western Colorado. Mule deer are abundant statewide in all ecosystems, from grasslands to alpine tundra. Mule deer occupy any "edge" habitat, including suburban residential (CDOW 2010a). The project area supports overall mule deer range. No mule deer migration corridors or summer range areas are known to exist within the project site. The northern edge of a mule deer migration corridor and summer range area is located approximately 0.25 mile south of the project area, and continues to the east and south of CR 100 (CDOW 2010a). There is very little forage for deer in the project area, and the level of human disturbance is high. The project area is low value habitat for deer. Pronghorn In Colorado, pronghorn are found in the eastern plains, large mountain parks and valleys, and in shrublands west of the mountains. Pronghorn generally live in grasslands and semi -desert shrublands on rolling topography with good visibility. Pronghorn mainly exist in the eastern portion of the state and patches throughout the western portion of the state; however, their range does not overlap into the project area (CDOW 2010a). Raptors All raptor species and their active nests are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). The proposed project site has limited trees suitable for nesting; therefore, raptor nesting opportunities within or around the project site are minimal. Cottonwood trees adjoining the property were reviewed for the presence of nests, but no stick nests suitable for raptor use were observed. Because of the proximity to the Rio Grande Trail, County Road 100, existing property uses, and adjoining high levels of human disturbance, raptor use is likely low. No raptors were observed during the site review. A few species may forage or migrate through the project area. Some of these species include the bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), northern harrier (Circus cyaneus), ferruginous hawk (Buten regalis), Swainson's hawk (Buteo swainsoni), prairie falcon (Falco mexicanus), golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), red-tailed hawk (Buten jamaicensis), and American kestrel (Falco sparverius). Two bald eagle roost sites have been documented by the CPW about 1 mile east of the proposed project. Bald eagles may roost and forage along the Roaring Fork River north of the project area. Their roost sites documented immediately adjacent to CR 100 in the project area suggest that the eagles are acclimated to the high level of human use and disturbance in the project area. A Bald Eagle nest is documented about 3 miles east of the project location, north of the Catherine Store and Highway 82. 4 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado Fish There are no open or perennial bodies of water within the project area; therefore, no fish species are present. Special Status Species In order to assure proper protection of species which are designated with a heightened level of concern, efforts have been made to discover and evaluate the presence of special status species within the project area. Special status species are herein defined as: those listed as threatened, endangered, candidate, and special concern species identified by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and CDOW that are known to, or have the potential to, occur in Garfield County are listed in Table 2 (USFWS 2011; CDOW 2010a). Only those with potential to occur in the project area are discussed further. Table 2. Special Status Species in Garfield County Common Name Scientific Name USFWS Status CDOW Status Potential to Occur? Mammals Canada lynx Lynx canadensis T SE No Northern pocket gopher Thomomys talpoides SC Possibly Present in undisturbed areas Northern river otter Lutra canadensis ST No Kit fox Vulpes macrotus SE No Townsend's big -eared bat Plecotus townsendii SC Possible foraging habitat North American Wolverine Gulo gulo Luscus C SE No Birds Bald eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus ST Possible foraging habitat Ferruginous hawk Buteo regalis SC Possible foraging habitat Greater sandhill crane Grus canidensis tabida SC No Long -billed curlew Numenius americanus SC No Plains sharp -tailed grouse Tympanuchus phasianellus jamesii SE No Peregrine Falcon Falco Peregrinus SC No Greater sage -grouse Centrocercus urophasianus C SC No Mexican spotted owl Strix occidenatlis lucida T No Southwestern willow flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus SE No Yellow -billed cuckoo Coccyzus americanus C No Western burrowing owl Athene cunicularia ST No Whooping crane Grus americana SE No Amphibians/Reptiles 5 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado Common Name Scientific Name USFWS Status CDOW Status Potential to Occur? Boreal toad Bufo boreas SE No Longnose leopard lizard Gambelia wislizenii SC No Midget faded rattlesnake Crotalus viridis concolor SC No Northern leopard frog Rana pipiens SC No Fish Bonytail Gila elegans E SE No Colorado pikeminnow Ptychocheilus lucius E ST No Greenback cutthroat trout Oncorhynchus clarki stomias T No Humpback chub Gila cypha E ST No Razorback sucker Xyrauchen texanus E SE No Plants Colorado hookless cactus Sclerocactus glaucus T S3 No Ute ladies' -tresses orchid Spiranthes diluvialis T No Debeque phacelia Phacelia submutica T No Parachute beardtongue Penstemon debilis T No E = Federal Endangered, T = Federal Threatened, C = Federal Candidate, P = Federal Proposed; SE = State Endangered, ST = State Threatened, SC = State Special Concern, S1 = Critically endangered in state, S2 = Endangered or threatened in state, S3 = Vulnerable in state. Sources: CDOW 2010a; USFWS 2011; NDIS 2012. No federally listed threatened, endangered, or candidate species are known to occur within the area, based on a review of existing information and based on vegetation and habitat identified during the field review. In addition, the soil types and surrounding topography, conditions are not favorable for any of the federally listed plant species. The site conditions were reviewed during the field survey and lack of favorable habitat was confirmed. CDOW manages wildlife in Colorado in an effort to preserve, protect, and enhance wildlife species that may be at risk of becoming federally threatened or endangered. CDOW lists wildlife as threatened, endangered, or species of special concern. Species listed by the state that have potential to occur at the project site include northern pocket gopher, Townsend's big -eared bat, and ferruginous hawk (Bald Eagle is discussed previously). Each is discussed separately below. While each of these species has potential foraging habitat at the site, or may migrate through the site to suitable habitat elsewhere, the project area provides low quality habitat due to the level of existing disturbance and human activity. Northern Pocket Gopher Northern pocket gopher is common in a variety of habitats above 5,000 feet in elevation. They use agricultural fields, pasture lands, semidesert shrublands, and grasslands at lower elevations upwards into alpine tundra (NatureServe Explorer 2010a). Potential habitat occurs throughout Garfield County, including the project area. No pocket gopher mounds were observed within the project area during ERO's site review in February 2012. 6 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado Townsend's Big -eared Bat Townsend's big -eared bat occupies semi -desert shrublands, pinyon juniper woodlands, and open montane forests. Distribution in these areas depends on availability of roosts, such as caves, mines, tunnels, crevices, and masonry structures with suitable temperatures (CDOW 2010a, 2010b). Habitat is available for this species in western Garfield County; however, there are no known caves or mines or suitable cliff habitat in the project area. Foraging bats may fly through the project area on occasion; however, they are not expected to forage or roost in proximity to the project area due to lack of habitat and existing level of human disturbance. Ferruginous Hawk The ferruginous hawk inhabits grasslands, semi -desert shrublands, and occasionally pinyon juniper woodlands. Migrants and winter residents may also occur in shrublands and agricultural areas. The hawks nest in isolated trees, on rock outcrops, on structures such as power poles, or on the ground. In Colorado, the ferruginous hawk is a winter resident and a rare summer resident, on the eastern plains where they concentrate around prairie dog towns. Ferruginous hawks avoid areas of intensive agriculture and high human disturbance (CDOW 2003). Their distribution depends greatly on the availability of prairie dogs. In Garfield County, this hawk may possibly use open areas throughout the semi -desert shrublands; however, there is a low potential for this species to occur in the project due to the existing level human disturbance and lack of prairie dogs (NatureServe Explorer 2010b). General Wildlife Habitat The habitat surrounding the project area provides low quality forage and cover habitat for general wildlife species. Due to the existing industrial activity, road traffic, and existing facilities in the immediate project area, it supports low wildlife habitat value. Most species likely to occur are tolerant of human disturbance. Common terrestrial wildlife species likely to be present include lizards, western terrestrial garter snake (Thamnophis elegans), coyote (Canis latrans), red fox (Vulpes vulpes), bobcat (Lynx rufus), raccoon (Procyon lotor), long-tailed weasel (Mustela frenata), striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis), desert cottontail (Sylvilagus audubonii), Nuttall's cottontail (Sylvilagus nuttallii), white-tailed jackrabbit (Lepus townsendii), and a variety of small mammal species. Bird species present likely include black -billed magpie (Pica hudsonia), Clark's nutcracker (Nucifraga columbiana), juniper titmouse (Baeolophus griseus), bushtit (Psaltriparus minimus), European starling (Sturnus vulgaris), Western meadowlark (Sturnella neglecta), American robin (Turdus migratorius), song sparrow (Melospiza melodia), house finch (Carpodacus mexicanus), American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos), and house sparrow (Passer domesticus). Wildlife observed during the site review included only magpie. 3.0 POTENTIAL WILDLIFE IMPACTS Wildlife impacts may result from the implementation of the proposed project due to initial construction activities, and an increase in noise, human presence, and traffic. However, the existing habitat onsite is of low quality and there is an existing high level of human activity on County Road 100 and adjacent existing facilities and uses including mini -storage, rodeo grounds, residential development, and agricultural uses. 7 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado WILDLIFE HABITAT Installation of the Fire tank storage plan would result in about 0.4 acres of temporary surface disturbance. About 0.1 acres of disturbance would occur to partially disturbed pinyon juniper habitat south of the existing building. The remaining temporary disturbance is within areas previously impacted by other infrastructure installation and existing storage/use areas. A traffic assessment was completed for the project (SGM 2012). The traffic assessment documents past and future projected traffic levels (by CDOT), and evaluates the change in traffic patterns as a result of the project. Existing and recent traffic patterns from the site (from Waste Solutions, MRI, trucking companies, various renters, and Snowmass Base Village Trucking) includes large trucks (trash trucks and semi -trucks). The traffic assessment anticipates a change in traffic of about 8% during peak morning traffic and about 4% during peak afternoon traffic. Much of the truck traffic would access the site during off-peak hours, during the day. Daytime traffic would have the least impact on wildlife, because it would occur when most species are not active. Dawn and dusk increases would have the greatest impact, because this is when most wildlife is active. Wildlife species using the area are likely already habituated to human disturbances due to current uses and on going activities. The habitat found within the proposed project area and adjacent to the project site would likely continue to be used by the wildlife species previously described as occurring in the region. Big Game Habitat disturbances from the proposed project would be minimal. Increased noise and human presence during the construction and operation phases of the project could result in avoidance by wildlife; however, existing uses and traffic likely cause big game to avoid the area. The increase in traffic during construction is not expected to result in an increased risk in animal -vehicle collisions due to the existing high level of traffic. However, as noted previously, existing noise sources from the road and adjacent existing facility likely already preclude use by big game species. No big game migration corridors or summer ranges are identified within or near the project location. A migration corridor identified by CPW is south and east of the project area, and south of CR 100. Because the elk and deer likely move along the ridgeline south of CR 100, no increased impacts from traffic are anticipated. The migration corridor does not cross CR 100. Anticipated construction is expected to take place during late spring/early summer and could influence elk and mule deer activity patterns. However, it is likely that elk and deer in the area are acclimated to the level of existing disturbance from the facility use and road traffic. It is likely that elk and deer would continue to use the habitat in the surrounding area according to their current use patterns. Raptors The project site contains very little suitable nesting habitat for raptors. Although raptors may use the area for hunting or travel, impacts are expected to be minimal. Existing noise and human disturbance likely deter birds from using the area. Any existing raptor use of the site would likely continue according to the current use patterns. Fish The project area does not contain any suitable habitat for fish species; therefore, no impacts to fish species are expected. 8 ERO Resources Corporation Wildlife Impact Study MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Garfield County, Colorado SpecialStains Species ERO' s survey of the project area in February 2012 did not identify any suitable habitat or presence of any special status species in the project area. No effects to special status species are expected since suitable habitat was not observed on the subject site. General Wildlife Habitat/Nuisance Species As noted previously, wildlife species using the area are likely already habituated to human disturbances due to current uses and on going activities. Some species may be attracted to trash brought into the waste transfer facility. Black bear, raccoons, skunks, weasels, and small rodents (mice and rats) may be attracted to the facility, as well as domestic dogs that are not leashed or otherwise contained. Some bird species, including ravens, crows, magpies and pigeons, also may be attracted to trash storage areas. Mitigation measures have been incorporated into the facility design and operation to prevent nuisance animals. 4.0 RECOMMENDED MITIGATION The construction and operation of the proposed waste transfer station and recycling facility and associated facilities are not expected to have any significant adverse effects on big game, raptors, or special status wildlife. Nuisance animals, including bears, skunks, raccoons, and certain bird species, may be attracted to the facility. The following mitigation measures are recommended. MRI is committed to implementing the following mitigation measures: • Follow a weed control and reclamation plan to minimize potential for establishment of noxious weeds after surface disturbance; • All trash would be contained and processed within a secure truck or building with appropriate enclosure at all times; • Compacted trash would be removed from the facility the same day or within 24 hours of arrival at the facility; • A local pest control company would monitor and act on pest issues, including trapping or other control methods as needed; and • The building would be secured during off -hours. 5.0 REFERENCES Colorado Division of Wildlife (CDOW). 2003. Conservation Plan for Grassland Species in Colorado. 205 pp. 2010a. Natural Diversity Information Source. Available at http://ndis.nrel.colostate.edu/wildlife.asp. 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Available at: http://www.natureserve.org/explorer/servlet/NatureS erve?sourceTemplate=tabular_rep ort.wmt&loadTemplate=species_RptComprehensive.wmt&selectedReport=RptCompr ehensive.wmt&summaryView=tabular_report.wmt&elKey=104542&paging=home&s ave=true&startlndex=l &nextStartlndex=l &reset=false&offPageSelectedElKey=1045 42&offPageS electedElType=species&offPageYesNo=true&post_processes=&radiobu tton=radiobutton& selectedIndexes=104542&selectedIndexes=104912&selectedlndexe s=101132&selectedIndexes=106569. Last accessed February 10, 2012. 2010b. Ferruginous Hawk. Available at: http://www.natureserve.org/explorer/servlet/NatureS erve?sourceTemplate=tabular_rep ort.wmt&loadTemplate=species_RptComprehensive.wmt&selectedReport=RptCompr ehensive.wmt&summaryView=tabular_report.wmt&elKey=103222&paging=home&s ave=true&startlndex=l &nextStartlndex=l &reset=false&offPageSelectedElKey=1032 22&offPageS electedElType=species&offPageYesNo=true&post_processes=&radiobu tton=radiobutton&selectedIndexes=103222. Last accessed February 10, 2012. SGM. 2012. Level 2 Traffic Assessment, MRI Solid Waste Transfer Station, CR 100 in Carbondale Colorado. February 14. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 2011. Colorado Endangered Species by County. Available at: http://ecos.fws.gov/ipac/wizard/trustResourceList!prepare.action. Last accessed February 10, 2012. Weber, William A. and Ronald C. Wittmann. 2001. Colorado Flora — Western Slope. Third Edition. University Press of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado. 10 ERO Resources Corporation Project Area (, � "C------ i` .'+. _ ` tl „•r ,r `,p. w...-+ _'.til X 6742. IRMW 11 Property Boundary COLORADO MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Sections 35 and 36, T7S, R88—W; 6th PM UTM NAD 83: Zone 13N; 311990mE, 4363132mN Latitude, Longitude: 39.397220°N, 107.183385°W USGS Carbondale, CO Quadrangle Garfield County, Colorado NN 0 750 1,500 feet Figure 1 Vicinity Map Prepared for: MRI File: 5152 figure 1.mzd [dill] February 2012 ERCP ERO Resources Corp. Portions of this document include intellectual property of ESRI and its licensors and are used herein under license. Copyright © 2008 ESRI and its licensors. All rights reserved. 0 0 492 N 0) c N_ X LL W IRMW II Property Boundary E —o Len 0 N O al Image: © Copyright 201 1 USDA NAIP RMW 11 Pro•ert Boun.a A 0 O • Ima.e: © o. ri. It 2011 U DA NAI' MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Photo 1. View of structure; view southwest. Photo 2. View northwest from edge of disturbance. 1 MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Photo 3. View north from north edge of disturbance. Photo 4. View east; east end of property. 2 MRI Waste Transfer/Recycling Center Photo 5. View west; south side of structure. Photo 6. View east; west end of property. 3