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APPPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook. SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): 02/07/2013 B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: HCFCD USACE -SWG-2012-00759 C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: H100-00-00 OHWM Delineation - Areas ZZZ (Hunting Bayou, HCFCD Unit H100-00-00), A, G, SB, EE, SC, HH, KK, NN, SF, SK, SR, SV, and AAA. State: Texas County/parish/borough: Harris City: Houston

Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 29.806606° Long -95.322395° Universal Transverse Mercator: 275546.94 m E, 3299618.17 m N

Name of nearest waterbody: Hunting Bayou (HCFCD Unit Number H100-00-00) Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Hunting Bayou Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): Buffalo-San Jacinto (HUC 12040104)

Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request. Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc…) are associated with this action and are recorded

on a different JD form. D. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):

Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 02/07/2013 Field Determination. Date(s):

SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are no “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the review area. [Required]

Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide. Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign

commerce. Explain: . B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are “waters of the U.S.” within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required] 1. Waters of the U.S. a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): 1 TNWs, including territorial seas Wetlands adjacent to TNWs Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Impoundments of jurisdictional waters Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands

b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area: Non-wetland waters: 7,409 linear feet: 3-25 width (ft) and/or 2.93 acres. Wetlands: 0.51 acres. c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual Elevation of established OHWM (if known):28.9-35.9 ft AMSL. 2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3

Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional. Explain: .

1 Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below. 2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least “seasonally” (e.g., typically 3 months). 3 Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F.

SECTION III: CWA ANALYSIS A. TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW,

complete Section III.A.1 and Section III.D.1. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2 and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.

1. TNW Identify TNW: .

Summarize rationale supporting determination: .

2. Wetland adjacent to TNW Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”: .

B. CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY): This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and

it helps determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Rapanos have been met. The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non-navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are “relatively

permanent waters” (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3 months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round (perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow, skip to Section III.D.4.

A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps

districts and EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.

If the waterbody4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.

1. Characteristics of non-TNWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

(i) General Area Conditions: Watershed size: Pick List Drainage area: Pick List Average annual rainfall: inches Average annual snowfall: inches (ii) Physical Characteristics: (a) Relationship with TNW: Tributary flows directly into TNW. Tributary flows through Pick List tributaries before entering TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from RPW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from RPW. Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: .

4 Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the arid West.

Identify flow route to TNW5: . Tributary stream order, if known: . (b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply): Tributary is: Natural

Artificial (man-made). Explain: . Manipulated (man-altered). Explain: .

Tributary properties with respect to top of bank (estimate):

Average width: feet Average depth: feet Average side slopes: Pick List. Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):

Silts Sands Concrete Cobbles Gravel Muck Bedrock Vegetation. Type/% cover:

Other. Explain: .

Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: . Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: .

Tributary geometry: Pick List Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): % (c) Flow: Tributary provides for: Pick List Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: Pick List

Describe flow regime: . Other information on duration and volume: .

Surface flow is: Pick List. Characteristics: . Subsurface flow: Unknown. Explain findings: . Dye (or other) test performed: . Tributary has (check all that apply): Bed and banks OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):

clear, natural line impressed on the bank the presence of litter and debris changes in the character of soil destruction of terrestrial vegetation shelving the presence of wrack line vegetation matted down, bent, or absent sediment sorting leaf litter disturbed or washed away scour sediment deposition multiple observed or predicted flow events water staining abrupt change in plant community other (list):

Discontinuous OHWM.7 Explain: .

If factors other than the OHWM were used to determine lateral extent of CWA jurisdiction (check all that apply): High Tide Line indicated by: Mean High Water Mark indicated by:

oil or scum line along shore objects survey to available datum; fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) physical markings; physical markings/characteristics vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.

5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody’s flow regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break. 7Ibid.

tidal gauges other (list):

(iii) Chemical Characteristics:

Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.). Explain: .

Identify specific pollutants, if known: . (iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):

Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): . Wetland fringe. Characteristics: .

Habitat for: Federally Listed species. Explain findings: . Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: . Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: .

Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: . 2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

(i) Physical Characteristics: (a) General Wetland Characteristics: Properties: Wetland size: acres Wetland type. Explain: .

Wetland quality. Explain: .

Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: .

(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW: Flow is: Pick List. Explain: .

Surface flow is: Pick List

Characteristics: . Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: . Dye (or other) test performed: . (c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:

Directly abutting Not directly abutting

Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain: . Ecological connection. Explain: .

Separated by berm/barrier. Explain: . (d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW

Project wetlands are Pick List river miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from TNW.

Flow is from: Pick List. Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the Pick List floodplain.

(ii) Chemical Characteristics:

Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed characteristics; etc.). Explain: .

Identify specific pollutants, if known: . (iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply): Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): . Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: . Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: .

Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: . Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: . Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: .

3. Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any)

All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: Pick List Approximately ( ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis. For each wetland, specify the following:

Wetland Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres)

Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed: .

C. SIGNIFICANT NEXUS DETERMINATION

A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW. Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus. Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example: • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood

waters to TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions

for fish and other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and

organic carbon that support downstream foodwebs? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical,

chemical, or biological integrity of the TNW? Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be

documented below: 1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into

TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D: .

2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or

indirectly into TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D: .

3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain

findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D: .

D. DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK

ALL THAT APPLY):

1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area: TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres. Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.

2. RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale

indicating that tributary is perennial: Area ZZZ (Hunting Bayou, HCFCD Unit H100-00-00, 2.93 acres) would be considered a perennial RPW because it likely receives the majority of its hydrology from groundwater and, given its large drainage basin and width and depth of observed open water, flows continually throughout the year. Area ZZZ flows east though the project site, and converges with Buffalo Bayou, a documented TNW. Hunting Bayou is considered a TNW as far as three miles upstream of its confluence with Buffalo Bayou. The project site is located approximately 10 river-miles upstream of this confluence. Since Area ZZZ likely flows continually throughout the year, receives the majority of its hydrology from groundwater, and flows directly into Buffalo Bayou, it is a jurisdictional RPW within the project limits. In addition, 0.43 acres of special aquatic sites (submerged aquatic vegetation) is located throughout the length of Area ZZZ. Two species of submerged aquatic vegetation occur in Area ZZZ, swamp smartweed (Polygonum hydropiperoides, OBL) and Virginia buttonweed (Diodia virginiana, OBL). indicating that Area ZZZ is continuously inundated, and exhibits year-round flow.

Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow “seasonally” (e.g., typically three months each year) are jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows seasonally: .

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: 7,409 linear feet 3-25 width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres.

Identify type(s) of waters: .

3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant

nexus with a TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C. Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres.

Identify type(s) of waters: . 4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW: Areas A, G, SB, EE, SC, HH, KK, NN, SF, SK, SR, SV, and AAA (0.079 acres)

directly abut the OHWM of Area ZZZ. Dominate vegetative species in these wetlands include swamp smartweed (Polygonum hydropiperoides, OBL), Virginia buttonweed (Diodia virginiana, OBL), and slender flatsedge (Cyperus bipartitus, FACW), indicating a hydroperiod capable of supporting hydrophytic vegetation. This likely means that these areas intercept drainage from runoff from surrounding areas during and immediately after storm events (estimated around 10-15 events or at least three months per year). Between events, these areas maintain a consistent water level to support hydrophytic vegetation and exhibits continual hydrological exchange with Area ZZZ..

Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow “seasonally.” Provide data indicating that

tributary is seasonal in Section III.B and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW: .

Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: 0.51 acres.

5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they

are adjacent and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.

Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.

6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.

8See Footnote # 3.

Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.

Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres. 7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9 As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.

Demonstrate that impoundment was created from “waters of the U.S.,” or Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).

E. ISOLATED [INTERSTATE OR INTRA-STATE] WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE, DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):10

which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes. from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce. which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce. Interstate isolated waters. Explain: . Other factors. Explain: . Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination: . Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres.

Identify type(s) of waters: . Wetlands: acres.

F. NON-JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY): If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of

Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements. Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.

Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in “SWANCC,” the review area would have been regulated based solely on the “Migratory Bird Rule” (MBR).

Waters do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain: .

Other: (explain, if not covered above):. Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the

MBR factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional judgment (check all that apply):

Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft). Lakes/wetlands: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: . Wetlands: acres.

Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):

Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft). Lakes/wetlands: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: . Wetlands: acres.

9 To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section III.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook. 10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES. A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and,

where checked and requested, appropriately reference sources below): Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: Crouch Environmental Services, Inc. Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.

Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report. Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.

Data sheets prepared by the Corps: . Corps navigable waters’ study: . U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas: Buffalo-San Jacinto watershed (Hydrologic Unit Code [HUC] 12040104).

USGS NHD data. USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.

U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name:

Historical USGS Topographic Maps Date Scale Quadrangle Names 1922 1’’ = 2000’ 7.5’ Settegast, Texas Quadrangle 1947 1’’ = 2000’ 7.5’ Settegast, Texas Quadrangle 1955 1’’ = 2000’ 7.5’ Settegast, Texas Quadrangle 1967 1’’ = 2000’ 7.5’ Settegast, Texas Quadrangle 1982 1’’ = 2000’ 7.5’ Settegast, Texas Quadrangle 1995 1’’ = 2000’ 7.5’ Settegast, Texas Quadrangle

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USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Soil Survey of Harris County, Texas - 1976. National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: Houston, Texas - 2004, 2006. State/Local wetland inventory map(s): . FEMA/FIRM maps: Panel Number 48201C0690L, Effective June 18, 2007 and Panel Number 48201C0695L,

Effective June 18, 2007 . 100-year Floodplain Elevation is:46 ft above mean sea level (AMSL) (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929) Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date):

Historical Aerial Photographs Date Scale Source

1944 B&W 1” = 1,800’ Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service (ASCS) 1953 B&W 1” = 1,800’ ASCS 1969 B&W 1” = 1,800’ David Wallace Photography 1978 B&W 1” = 1,800’ Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) 1989 B&W 1” = 1,800’ TxDOT

1996 IR 1” = 1,800’ Houston Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) 2000 TC 1” = 1,800’ H-GAC 2002 TC 1” = 1,800’ H-GAC 2004 TC 1” = 1,800’ H-GAC 2006 TC 1” = 1,800’ H-GAC 2008 TC 1” = 1,800’ H-GAC 2010 TC 1” = 1,800’ H-GAC

B&W: Black and white photograph IR: Infrared photograph TC: True color photograph

or Other (Name & Date): .

Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: . Applicable/supporting case law: . Applicable/supporting scientific literature: . Other information (please specify): .

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: Area ZZZ (Hunting Bayou, HCFCD Unit H100-00-00, 2.93 acres) would be considered a perennial RPW because it likely receives the majority of its hydrology from groundwater and, given its large drainage basin and width and depth of observed open water, flows continually throughout the year. Area ZZZ flows east though the project site, and converges with Buffalo Bayou, a documented TNW. Hunting Bayou is considered a TNW as far as three miles upstream of its confluence with Buffalo Bayou. The project site is located approximately 10 river-miles upstream of this confluence. Since Area ZZZ likely flows continually throughout the year, receives the majority of its hydrology from groundwater, and flows directly into Buffalo Bayou, it is a jurisdictional RPW within the project limits. In addition, 0.43 acres of special aquatic sites (submerged aquatic vegetation) is located throughout the length of Area ZZZ. Two species of submerged aquatic vegetation occur in Area ZZZ, swamp smartweed (Polygonum hydropiperoides, OBL) and Virginia buttonweed (Diodia virginiana, OBL), indicating that Area ZZZ is continuously inundated, and exhibits year-round flow. Areas A, G, SB, EE, SC, HH, KK, NN, SF, SK, SR, SV, and AAA (0.079 acres) directly abut the OHWM of Area ZZZ. Dominate vegetative species in these wetlands include swamp smartweed, Virginia buttonweed, and slender flatsedge (Cyperus bipartitus, FACW), indicating a hydroperiod capable of supporting but not destroying hydrophytic vegetation. This likely means that these areas intercept drainage from runoff from surrounding areas during and immediately after storm events (estimated around 10-15 events or at least three months per year). Between events, these areas maintain a consistent water level to support hydrophytic vegetation and exhibits continual hydrological exchange with Area ZZZ.

Table 1: Features Delineated on the H100-00-00 Project Site

Feature Length

(ft) Size

(acres) Latitude Longitude

UTM

Wetland Type Northing (meters)

Easting (meters)

ZZZ 7,409 2.930 29°48'25.430 95°19'15.820 3299666.590 275676.800 Waters of the U.S. A -- 0.001 29° 48' 23.204 95° 20' 10.250 3299630.143 274213.270 PEM Wetland G -- 0.001 29° 48' 25.103 95° 20' 3.852 3299685.424 274386.856 PEM Wetland SB -- 0.003 29° 48' 24.252 95° 19' 55.081 3299654.328 274621.192 PEM Wetland SC -- 0.004 29° 48' 23.806 95° 19' 54.587 3299640.927 274634.043 PEM Wetland EE -- 0.042 29° 48' 23.038 95° 19' 53.936 3299616.567 274651.508 PEM Wetland HH -- 0.002 29° 48' 22.356 95° 19' 52.096 3299594.533 274700.443 PEM Wetland KK -- 0.002 29° 48' 23.151 95° 19' 49.396 3299617.023 274773.148 PEM Wetland NN -- 0.002 29° 48' 24.363 95° 19' 43.317 3299651.361 274937.349 PEM Wetland SF -- 0.006 29° 48' 25.086 95° 19' 40.950 3299672.294 275001.589 PEM Wetland SK -- 0.002 29° 48' 25.362 95° 19' 38.238 3299679.738 275074.096 PEM Wetland SR -- 0.001 29° 48' 22.818 95° 19' 29.652 3299596.234 275303.982 PEM Wetland SV -- 0.002 29° 48' 22.818 95° 19' 26.471 3299573.916 275388.075 PEM Wetland

AAA -- 0.011 29° 48' 31.164 95° 18' 45.381 3299829.484 276497.313 PEM Wetland

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APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook.

SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION

A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): 5-Feb-2013

B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, SWG-2007-01080, Robert White, Arroyo

Colorado

C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

State: Texas County/Parish: Cameron City: Rio Hondo

Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format, NAD-83): Lat. 26.335756° N, Long. 97.494690° W;

Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM: 14N, 2913743 N., 650228 E.,NAD: 83

Name of nearest water body: Arroyo Colorado

Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 12110208

Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request.

Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc…) are associated with this action and are recorded on a

different JD form.

D. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):

Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 5-Feb-2013

Field Determination. Date(s):

SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS

A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.

There Are “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the review

area. [Required]

Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.

Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce.

Explain: The Arroyo Colorado is listed on the Galveston Districts Navigable Waters List (Section 10

list).

B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION.

There Are “waters of the U.S.” within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required]

1. Waters of the U.S.

a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): 1

TNWs, including territorial seas

Wetlands adjacent to TNWs

Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs

Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs

Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs

Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs

Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs

Impoundments of jurisdictional waters

Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands

b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area:

Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or 1.0 acres

Wetlands: acres

c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: Established by mean (average) high waters.

Elevation of established OHWM (if known):

1 Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below. 2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least “seasonally” (e.g., typically 3 months).

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2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3

Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.

Explain:

3 Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F.

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SECTION III: CWA ANALYSIS

A. TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs

The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete

Section III.A.1 and Section III.D.1. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2

and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.

1. TNW

Identify TNW: Arroyo Colorado

Summarize rationale supporting determination: The Arroyo Colorado is listed on the Galveston District's

Navigable Waters List (Section 10 list), this portion of the Arroyo Colorado is part of a federal

project and it is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Arroyo Colorado has been,

is currently used, and has the potential to be used in the foreseeable future for interstated

commerce. As such the Arroyo Colorado is a Traditional Navigable Water per the Rapanos

Guidance and subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

2. Wetland adjacent to TNW

Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”:

B. CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY):

This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps

determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Rapanos have been met.

The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non-navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are “relatively permanent

waters” (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3

months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round

(perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow, fill

out Section III.D.2 and Section III.D.4.

A wetland that is adjacent to but that does not directly abut an RPW requires a significant nexus evaluation. Corps districts and

EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a

relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even

though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.

If the water body4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the

water body has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must

consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for

analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is

the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for

the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite

and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.


(i) General Area Conditions:

Watershed size: Pick List

Drainage area: Pick List

Average annual rainfall: inches

Average annual snowfall: inches

(ii) Physical Characteristics:

(a) Relationship with TNW:

Tributary flows directly into TNW.

Tributary flows through Pick List tributaries before entering TNW.

Project waters are Pick List river miles from TNW.

Project waters are Pick List river miles from RPW.

4 Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the arid

West.

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Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from TNW.

Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from RPW.

Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:

Identify flow route to TNW5:

Tributary stream order, if known:

(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply):

Tributary is: Natural

Artificial (man-made). Explain:

Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:


Average width: feet

Average depth: feet

Average side slopes: Pick List

Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):

Silts Sands Concrete

Cobbles Gravel Muck

Bedrock Vegetation. Type/% cover:

Other. Explain:

Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain:

Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain:

Tributary geometry: Pick List

Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): %

(c) Flow:

Tributary provides for: Pick List

Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: Pick List

Describe flow regime:

Other information on duration and volume:

Surface flow is: Pick List. Characteristics:

Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings:

Dye (or other) test performed:

Tributary has (check all that apply):

Bed and banks

OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):

clear, natural line impressed on the bank the presence of litter and debris

changes in the character of soil destruction of terrestrial vegetation

shelving the presence of wrack line

vegetation matted down, bent, or absent sediment sorting

leaf litter disturbed or washed away scour

sediment deposition multiple observed or predicted flow events

water staining abrupt change in plant community

other (list):

Discontinuous OHWM.7 Explain:

If factors other than the OHWM were used to determine lateral extent of CWA jurisdiction (check all that apply):

High Tide Line indicated by: Mean High Water Mark indicated by:

oil or scum line along shore objects survey to available datum;

fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) physical markings;

physical markings/characteristics vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types.

tidal gauges

other (list):


5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the water body’s flow

regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break. 7Ibid.

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Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.).

Explain:

Identify specific pollutants, if known:

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(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply):

Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width):

Wetland fringe. Characteristics:

Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings:

Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:

Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings:

Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings:

2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

(i) Physical Characteristics:

(a) General Wetland Characteristics:

Properties:

Wetland size: acres

Wetland type. Explain:

Wetland quality. Explain:

Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:

(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW:

Flow is: Pick List. Explain:


Characteristics:



(c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:

Directly abutting

Not directly abutting

Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:

Ecological connection. Explain:

Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:

(d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW

Project wetlands are Pick List river miles from TNW.


Flow is from: Pick List.

Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the Pick List floodplain.


Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed

characteristics; etc.). Explain:


(iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply):

Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):

Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain:

Habitat for:






All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: Pick List

Approximately ( ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.

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For each wetland, specify the following:

Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres)

Summarize overall biological, chemical and physical functions being performed:


A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed

by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity

of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent

wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW.

Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow

of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent

wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a

tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or

outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus.

Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and

discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example:

Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to

TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW?

Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and

other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW?

Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that

support downstream foodwebs?

Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or

biological integrity of the TNW?

Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented

below:

1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain

findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D:

2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into

TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its

adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:

3. Significant nexus findings for wetlands adjacent to an RPW but that do not directly abut the RPW. Explain findings of

presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to

Section III.D:

D. DETERMINATIONS OF JURISDICTIONAL FINDINGS. THE SUBJECT WATERS/WETLANDS ARE (CHECK ALL

THAT APPLY):

1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area:

TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, 1.0acres.

Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.

2. RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.

Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that

tributary is perennial:

Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow “seasonally” (e.g., typically three months each year) are

jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows

seasonally:

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Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply):

Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft)

Other non-wetland waters: acres

Identify type(s) of waters:

3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.

Water body that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a

TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply):

Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft).



4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands.

Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale

indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is

directly abutting an RPW:

Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow “seasonally.” Provide data indicating that tributary is

seasonal in Section III.B and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly

abutting an RPW:

Provide acreage estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres

5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs.

Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent

and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this

conclusion is provided at Section III.C.


6. Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands adjacent to such waters, and have when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent and

with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisdictional. Data supporting this


Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres

7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9

As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.

Demonstrate that impoundment was created from “waters of the U.S.,” or

Demonstrate that water meets the criteria for one of the categories presented above (1-6), or

Demonstrate that water is isolated with a nexus to commerce (see E below).

E. ISOLATED [INTERSTATE OR INTRA-STATE] WATERS, INCLUDING ISOLATED WETLANDS, THE USE,

DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY

SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):10

which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes.

from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce.

which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce.

Interstate isolated waters. Explain:

Other factors. Explain:

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:

8See Footnote # 3. 9 To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section III.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook. 10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for

review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

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Wetlands: acres

F. NON-JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):

If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers

Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements.

Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.

Prior to the Jan 2001 Supreme Court decision in “SWANCC,” the review area would have been regulated based solely on the

“Migratory Bird Rule” (MBR).

Waters do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:

Other: (explain, if not covered above):

Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR

factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional

judgment (check all that apply):

Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft).

Lakes/ponds: acres.

Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource:

Wetlands: acres.

Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area that do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such

a finding is required for jurisdiction (check all that apply):

Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft).

Lakes/ponds: acres.


Wetlands: acres.

SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES.

A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked

and requested, appropriately reference sources below):

Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant:

Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.

Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report.

Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report

Data sheets prepared by the Corps:

Corps navigable waters’ study: Federal Project - Arroyo Colorado to Harlingen

U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:

USGS NHD data

USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps

Galveston District’s Approved List of Navigable Waters

U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: La Leonoa, Texas Quad (1982) 1:24K

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:

National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:

State/Local wetland inventory map(s):

FEMA/FIRM maps:

100-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929)

Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date): Google Earth aerial dated 1/21/2011 & Bing Maps Birds Eye View

or Other (Name & Date):

Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:

Applicable/supporting case law:

Applicable/supporting scientific literature:

Other information (please specify):

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: The Arroyo Colorado is listed on the Galveston District's

Navigable Waters List (Section 10 list), this portion of the Arroyo Colorado is part of a federal project

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and it is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Arroyo Colorado has been, is currently used,

and has the potential to be used in the foreseeable future for interstated commerce. As such the Arroyo

Colorado is a Traditional Navigable Water per the Rapanos Guidance and subject to Section 404 of the

Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899.

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook. SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): 5-Feb-2013 B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, Cameron Acquisitions LLC, SWG-2011-01042, Wetland 1 - Wetland 21 (See attached table) C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

State: Texas County/parish/borough: Cameron City: South Padre Island Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. See attached table° N, Long. See attached table° W. Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM Zone 14N, See attached table Name of nearest waterbody: Laguna Madre and Gulf of Mexico Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Laguna Madre & Gulf of Mexico Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 1211028

Check if map/diagram of review area and/or potential jurisdictional areas is/are available upon request. Check if other sites (e.g., offsite mitigation sites, disposal sites, etc…) are associated with this action and are recorded on a

different JD form. D. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):

Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 25-Jan-2012 Field Determination. Date(s): 27-Oct-2011, 29-Aug-2012, 5-Sep-2012,

SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Pick List “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the review area. [Required]

Waters subject to the ebb and flow of the tide. Waters are presently used, or have been used in the past, or may be susceptible for use to transport interstate or foreign commerce.

Explain: . B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are “waters of the U.S.” within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required] 1. Waters of the U.S. a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): 1 TNWs, including territorial seas Wetlands adjacent to TNWs Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Impoundments of jurisdictional waters Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands

b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area: Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or acres. Wetlands: 21 wetland polygons, totaling 50.69 acres. c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: 1987 Delineation Manual Elevation of established OHWM (if known):utilizing the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Regional Supplement. 2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3 Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.

Explain: .


SECTION III: CWA ANALYSIS A. TNWs AND WETLANDS ADJACENT TO TNWs The agencies will assert jurisdiction over TNWs and wetlands adjacent to TNWs. If the aquatic resource is a TNW, complete

Section III.A.1 and Section III.D.1. only; if the aquatic resource is a wetland adjacent to a TNW, complete Sections III.A.1 and 2 and Section III.D.1.; otherwise, see Section III.B below.

1. TNW Identify TNW: Laguna Madre and the Gulf of Mexico.

Summarize rationale supporting determination: The Laguna Madre is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List

(Section 10 waters.) The Laguna Madre is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Laguna Madre has been, is currently used, and has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Laguna Madre is Traditional Navigable Water, subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The Gulf of Mexico is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List (Section 10 waters.) The Gulf of Mexico is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Gulf of Mexico has been, is currently used, and has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Gulf of Mexico is Traditional Navigable Water, subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

2. Wetland adjacent to TNW Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”: Wetlands 3, 6-12, & 19-21 are wetlands abutting the high tide line of the Laguna Madre (TNW). Since the forementioned wetlands are abutting, they are adjacent to a TNW. Per the Rapanos Guidance all wetlands adjacent to a TNW are jurisdictional under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Both the forementioned and Wetlands 1, 2, 4, 5, & 13-18 are neighboring both the Laguna Madre (TNW) and the Gulf of Mexico (TNW). These wetlands are located in near proximity and landscape position to the Laguna Madre and the Gulf of Mexico (TNW) therefore; are they are adjacent to the Laguna Madre (TNW) and the Gulf of Mexico (TNW). All of these wetlands are located in the tidal surge zone (VE) of the Gulf of Mexico. All of these wetlands are adjacent to TNWs and are subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

B. CHARACTERISTICS OF TRIBUTARY (THAT IS NOT A TNW) AND ITS ADJACENT WETLANDS (IF ANY): This section summarizes information regarding characteristics of the tributary and its adjacent wetlands, if any, and it helps

determine whether or not the standards for jurisdiction established under Rapanos have been met. The agencies will assert jurisdiction over non-navigable tributaries of TNWs where the tributaries are “relatively permanent

waters” (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3 months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round (perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow, skip to Section III.D.4.


EPA regions will include in the record any available information that documents the existence of a significant nexus between a relatively permanent tributary that is not perennial (and its adjacent wetlands if any) and a traditional navigable water, even though a significant nexus finding is not required as a matter of law.

If the waterbody4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.


(i) General Area Conditions: Watershed size: Pick List Drainage area: Pick List Average annual rainfall: inches Average annual snowfall: inches (ii) Physical Characteristics: (a) Relationship with TNW:


Tributary flows directly into TNW. Tributary flows through Pick List tributaries before entering TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from RPW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from RPW. Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: No. Identify flow route to TNW5: . Tributary stream order, if known: . (b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply): Tributary is: Natural Artificial (man-made). Explain: . Manipulated (man-altered). Explain: .


Average width: feet Average depth: feet Average side slopes: Pick List. Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):

Silts Sands Concrete Cobbles Gravel Muck Bedrock Vegetation. Type/% cover: Other. Explain: . Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: . Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: . Tributary geometry: Pick List Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): % (c) Flow: Tributary provides for: Pick List Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: Pick List Describe flow regime: . Other information on duration and volume: . Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics: . Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: . Dye (or other) test performed: . Tributary has (check all that apply): Bed and banks OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):





5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody’s flow regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break. 7Ibid.

fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) physical markings; physical markings/characteristics vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types. tidal gauges other (list):


Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.). Explain: .

Identify specific pollutants, if known: Reach water quatlity is unknown. .

(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply): Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): . Wetland fringe. Characteristics: . Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: . Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: . Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: . Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: . 2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

(i) Physical Characteristics: (a) General Wetland Characteristics: Properties: Wetland size: acres Wetland type. Explain: . Wetland quality. Explain: . Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: .

(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW: Flow is: Pick List. Explain: . Surface flow is: Pick List Characteristics: . Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: . Dye (or other) test performed: . (c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:

Directly abutting Not directly abutting Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain: . Ecological connection. Explain: . Separated by berm/barrier. Explain: . (d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW


Flow is from: Pick List. Estimate approximate location of wetland as within the Pick List floodplain. (ii) Chemical Characteristics:

Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed characteristics; etc.). Explain: .

Identify specific pollutants, if known: . (iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply): Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): . Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: . Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: . Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: .

Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: . Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: .

3. Characteristics of all wetlands adjacent to the tributary (if any) All wetland(s) being considered in the cumulative analysis: Pick List Approximately ( ) acres in total are being considered in the cumulative analysis.

For each wetland, specify the following: Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres) Directly abuts? (Y/N) Size (in acres)



A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW. Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus. Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example: • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to

TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and

other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that

support downstream foodwebs? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or

biological integrity of the TNW? Note: the above list of considerations is not inclusive and other functions observed or known to occur should be documented

below: 1. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW that has no adjacent wetlands and flows directly or indirectly into TNWs. Explain

findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D: . 2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into

TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D: .


presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D: .


THAT APPLY):

1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area: TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres. Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: 21 wetland polygons, totaling 50.69-acres.


Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial: .

Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow “seasonally” (e.g., typically three months each year) are jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows seasonally: .

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres.


3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a

TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C. Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres.

Identify type(s) of waters: . 4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW: . Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow “seasonally.” Provide data indicating that tributary is

seasonal in Section III.B and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW: .


5. Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands that do not directly abut an RPW, but when considered in combination with the tributary to which they are adjacent

and with similarly situated adjacent wetlands, have a significant nexus with a TNW are jurisidictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C.




Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres. 7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9 As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.



DEGRADATION OR DESTRUCTION OF WHICH COULD AFFECT INTERSTATE COMMERCE, INCLUDING ANY SUCH WATERS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):10

which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes. from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce. which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce. Interstate isolated waters. Explain: . Other factors. Explain: . Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination: .

8See Footnote # 3. 9 To complete the analysis refer to the key in Section III.D.6 of the Instructional Guidebook. 10 Prior to asserting or declining CWA jurisdiction based solely on this category, Corps Districts will elevate the action to Corps and EPA HQ for review consistent with the process described in the Corps/EPA Memorandum Regarding CWA Act Jurisdiction Following Rapanos.

Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres.

Identify type(s) of waters: . Wetlands: acres.

F. NON-JURISDICTIONAL WATERS, INCLUDING WETLANDS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY): If potential wetlands were assessed within the review area, these areas did not meet the criteria in the 1987 Corps of Engineers

Wetland Delineation Manual and/or appropriate Regional Supplements. Review area included isolated waters with no substantial nexus to interstate (or foreign) commerce.


Waters do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain: . Other: (explain, if not covered above): . Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR

factors (i.e., presence of migratory birds, presence of endangered species, use of water for irrigated agriculture), using best professional judgment (check all that apply):

Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft). Lakes/ponds: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: . Wetlands: acres.


Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft). Lakes/ponds: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: . Wetlands: acres.

SECTION IV: DATA SOURCES. A. SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for JD (check all that apply - checked items shall be included in case file and, where checked

and requested, appropriately reference sources below): Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: . Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.

Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report. Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.

Data sheets prepared by the Corps: . Corps navigable waters’ study: . U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas: .

USGS NHD data. USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.

U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: . USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:Soil Survey Shapefiles and Calhoun County Soil Survey. National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:National Wetland Inventory Online Mapper (accessed 15-Jan-2013). State/Local wetland inventory map(s): . FEMA/FIRM maps: 4801010200 D, published 4-May-1992 . 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929) Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date):2012 NAIP, Bing Maps, ESRI Sourec Imagery.

or Other (Name & Date): . Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: . Applicable/supporting case law: . Applicable/supporting scientific literature: . Other information (please specify):2009 USACE Lidar.

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: Wetlands 3, 6-12, & 19-21 are wetlands abutting the high tide line of the Laguna Madre (TNW). Since the forementioned wetlands are abutting, they are adjacent to a TNW. Per the Rapanos Guidance all wetlands adjacent

to a TNW are jurisdictional under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Both the forementioned and Wetlands 1, 2, 4, 5, & 13-18 are neighboring both the Laguna Madre (TNW) and the Gulf of Mexico (TNW). {The Laguna Madre is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List (Section 10 waters.) The Laguna Madre is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Laguna Madre has been, is currently used, and has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Laguna Madre is Traditional Navigable Water, subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The Gulf of Mexico is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List (Section 10 waters.) The Gulf of Mexico is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Gulf of Mexico has been, is currently used, and has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Gulf of Mexico is Traditional Navigable Water, subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.} These wetlands are located in near proximity and landscape position to the Laguna Madre and the Gulf of Mexico (TNW) therefore; are they are adjacent to the Laguna Madre (TNW) and the Gulf of Mexico (TNW). All of these wetlands are located in the tidal surge zone (VE) of the Gulf of Mexico. All of these wetlands are adjacent to TNWs and are subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

SWG-2011-01042 - Approved Jurisdictional DeterminationCameron Acquisitions LLC

Aquatic Resource NWI Type Acreage Latitude Longitude UTM m E UTM m N Jurisdictional Adjacent toSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 1 PEM 3.81 26.18700 -97.17893 681978 2897670 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 2 PEM 0.91 26.18835 -97.17831 682038 2897820 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 3 E2USM 3.59 26.18936 -97.17841 682026 2897932 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 4 PEM 4.69 26.19104 -97.17932 681932 2898116 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 5 PEM 0.18 26.19277 -97.17904 681958 2898309 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 6 E2USM 1.14 26.19209 -97.18069 681794 2898231 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 7 E2USM 7.34 26.19556 -97.18001 681856 2898616 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 8 E2USM 2.39 26.19806 -97.18075 681778 2898892 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 9 E2USM 3.17 26.18813 -97.18468 681401 2897787 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of Mexico

SWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 10 E2USM 5.52 26.19177 -97.18290 681574 2898192 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 11 E2USM 1.52 26.19361 -97.18405 681456 2898395 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 12 E2USM 0.81 26.19552 -97.18426 681432 2898606 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 13 PEM 1.16 26.19910 -97.18041 681811 2899008 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 14 PEM 0.22 26.19982 -97.18095 681756 2899087 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 15 PEM 0.04 26.20052 -97.18084 681766 2899164 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 16 PEM 0.78 26.20108 -97.18125 681724 2899226 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 17 PEM 0.3 26.20112 -97.18171 681678 2899230 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 18 PEM 3.14 26.20070 -97.18217 681632 2899183 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 19 E2USM 0.09 26.20276 -97.18417 681430 2899408 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 20 E2USM 7.93 26.20421 -97.18174 681670 2899573 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of MexicoSWG-2011-01042 - Wetland 21 E2USM 1.96 26.20772 -97.18114 681724 2899962 YES Laguna Madre & Gulf of Mexico

Wetland Total *** 50.69






B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, Cameron Acquisitions LLC, SWG-2011-01042,

Gulf of Mexico Sand Flats


State: Texas County/parish/borough: Cameron City: South Padre Island

Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 26.198511° N, Long. 97.176646° W.

Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM Zone 14N, 682188mE, 2898948mN,

Name of nearest waterbody: Gulf of Mexico

Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Gulf of Mexico




different JD form.


Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 25-Jan-2012

Field Determination. Date(s): 27-Oct-2011, 29-Aug-2012, 5-Sep-2012,



There Pick List “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the

review area. [Required]



Explain: .















Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or 28.79 acres.

Wetlands: acres.

c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: Established by OHWM.

Elevation of established OHWM (if known):High Tide Line.



Explain: .

1 Boxes checked below shall be supported by completing the appropriate sections in Section III below. 2 For purposes of this form, an RPW is defined as a tributary that is not a TNW and that typically flows year-round or has continuous flow at least “seasonally”

(e.g., typically 3 months). 3 Supporting documentation is presented in Section III.F.






1. TNW

Identify TNW: Gulf of Mexico.

Summarize rationale supporting determination: The Gulf of Mexico is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List

(Section 10 waters.) The Gulf of Mexico is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Gulf of Mexico has been, is

currently used, and has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Gulf of

Mexico is Traditional Navigable Water, subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The sand flats are vast expanses of

unvegetated soil surface that are located below the High Tide Line of the Gulf of Mexico. We concur with the consultants

demarcation of the high tide line extending up to vegetation line. During our 29-Jan-2013 we verified the existance of the

field indicators (e.g. wrack lines) along the Consultant's demarkated high tide line at several locations thoughout the property.

This wrack line was found to correlate very well with the vegetation line. No specific elevation of the high tide was able to be

established by the Consultant due to 1) to the large size of the tract 2) the complex series of coves and guts occuring

throughout the tract, and 3) the variability in the factors affecting the high tide line (e.g. wind, barometric pressure, and to a

lesser extent lunar effects.) Based upon these reasons we concur with the Consultant's demarcated high tide line being located

at the base of the vegetation line.


Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”: .







(perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,

skip to Section III.D.4.





If the waterbody4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the

waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must





















Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: No.

Identify flow route to TNW5: .

Tributary stream order, if known: .



Artificial (man-made). Explain: .

Manipulated (man-altered). Explain: .


Average width: feet

Average depth: feet

Average side slopes: Pick List.



Cobbles Gravel Muck


Other. Explain: .

Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: .

Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: .



(c) Flow:



Describe flow regime: .

Other information on duration and volume: .

Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics: .

Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: .

Dye (or other) test performed: .


Bed and banks









other (list):






5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where

the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody’s flow



tidal gauges

other (list):



Explain: .



Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): .

Wetland fringe. Characteristics: .

Habitat for:


Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: .

Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: .

Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: .




Properties:

Wetland size: acres

Wetland type. Explain: .




Flow is: Pick List. Explain: .


Characteristics: .




Directly abutting


Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain: .

Ecological connection. Explain: .

Separated by berm/barrier. Explain: .








characteristics; etc.). Explain: .

Identify specific pollutants, if known: .


Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): .

Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: .

Habitat for:
































below:


findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D: .



adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D: .



Section III.D: .


THAT APPLY):


TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, 28.79 acres.




tributary is perennial: .



seasonally: .



Other non-wetland waters: acres.



Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a









directly abutting an RPW: .



abutting an RPW: .










Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.












Interstate isolated waters. Explain: .

Other factors. Explain: .

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination: .







Wetlands: acres.








Other: (explain, if not covered above): .





Lakes/ponds: acres.

Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: .

Wetlands: acres.




Lakes/ponds: acres.


Wetlands: acres.




Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: .



Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.

Data sheets prepared by the Corps: .

Corps navigable waters’ study: .

U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas: .

USGS NHD data.

USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.

U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: .

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:Soil Survey Shapefiles and Calhoun County Soil Survey.

National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:National Wetland Inventory Online Mapper (accessed 15-Jan-2013).

State/Local wetland inventory map(s): .

FEMA/FIRM maps: 4801010200 D, published 4-May-1992 .


Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date):2012 NAIP, Bing Maps, ESRI Sourec Imagery.


Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: .

Applicable/supporting case law: .

Applicable/supporting scientific literature: .

Other information (please specify):2009 USACE Lidar.

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: The Gulf of Mexico is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List

(Section 10 waters.) The Gulf of Mexico is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Gulf of Mexico has been, is currently used, and

has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Gulf of Mexico is Traditional Navigable Water,

subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The sand flats are vast expanses of unvegetated soil surface that are located below the High

Tide Line of the Gulf of Mexico. We concur with the consultants demarcation of the high tide line extending up to vegetation line. During

our 29-Jan-2013 we verified the existance of the field indicators (e.g. wrack lines) along the Consultant's demarkated high tide line at several

locations thoughout the property. This wrack line was found to correlate very well with the vegetation line. No specific elevation of the high

tide was able to be established by the Consultant due to 1) to the large size of the tract 2) the complex series of coves and guts occuring

throughout the tract, and 3) the variability in the factors affecting the high tide line (e.g. wind, barometric pressure, and to a lesser extent

lunar effects.) Based upon these reasons we concur with the Consultant's demarcated high tide line being located at the base of the vegetation

line.






B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, Cameron Acquisitions LLC, SWG-2011-01042,

Laguna Madre Sand Flats


State: Texas County/parish/borough: Cameron City: South Padre Island

Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Lat. 26.19803° N, Long. 97.18500° W.

Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM Zone 14N, 681354mE, 2898883mN,

Name of nearest waterbody: Laguna Madre

Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Laguna Madre




different JD form.


Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 25-Jan-2012

Field Determination. Date(s): 27-Oct-2011, 29-Aug-2012, 5-Sep-2012,



There Pick List “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the

review area. [Required]



Explain: .















Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or 305.78 acres.

Wetlands: acres.

c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: Established by OHWM.

Elevation of established OHWM (if known):High Tide Line.



Explain: .








1. TNW

Identify TNW: Laguna Madre .

Summarize rationale supporting determination: The Laguna Madre is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List

(Section 10 waters.) The Laguna Madre is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Laguna Madre has been, is

currently used, and has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Laguna

Madre is Traditional Navigable Water, subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The sand flats are vast expanses of

unvegetated soil surface that are located below the High Tide Line of the Laguna Madre. We concur with the consultants

demarcation of the high tide line extending up to vegetation line. During our 29-Jan-2013 we verified the existance of the

field indicators (e.g. wrack lines) along the Consultant's demarkated high tide line at several locations thoughout the property.

This wrack line was found to correlate very well with the vegetation line. No specific elevation of the high tide was able to be

established by the Consultant due to 1) to the large size of the tract 2) the complex series of coves and guts occuring

throughout the tract, and 3) the variability in the factors affecting the high tide line (e.g. wind, barometric pressure, and to a

lesser extent lunar effects.) Based upon these reasons we concur with the Consultant's demarcated high tide line being located

at the base of the vegetation line.


Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”: .







(perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow,

skip to Section III.D.4.





If the waterbody4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the

waterbody has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must





















Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: No.

Identify flow route to TNW5: .

Tributary stream order, if known: .



Artificial (man-made). Explain: .

Manipulated (man-altered). Explain: .


Average width: feet

Average depth: feet

Average side slopes: Pick List.



Cobbles Gravel Muck


Other. Explain: .

Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: .

Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: .



(c) Flow:



Describe flow regime: .

Other information on duration and volume: .

Surface flow is: Confined. Characteristics: .




Bed and banks









other (list):






5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where

the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the waterbody’s flow



tidal gauges

other (list):



Explain: .



Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): .

Wetland fringe. Characteristics: .

Habitat for:








Properties:

Wetland size: acres

Wetland type. Explain: .




Flow is: Pick List. Explain: .


Characteristics: .




Directly abutting


Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain: .

Ecological connection. Explain: .

Separated by berm/barrier. Explain: .








characteristics; etc.). Explain: .

Identify specific pollutants, if known: .


Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): .

Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: .

Habitat for:
































below:


findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D: .



adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D: .



Section III.D: .


THAT APPLY):


TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, 305.78 acres.




tributary is perennial: .



seasonally: .






Waterbody that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a









directly abutting an RPW: .



abutting an RPW: .










Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres.












Interstate isolated waters. Explain: .

Other factors. Explain: .

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination: .







Wetlands: acres.








Other: (explain, if not covered above): .





Lakes/ponds: acres.


Wetlands: acres.




Lakes/ponds: acres.


Wetlands: acres.




Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: .



Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report.

Data sheets prepared by the Corps: .

Corps navigable waters’ study: .

U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas: .

USGS NHD data.

USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps.

U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: .

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:Soil Survey Shapefiles and Calhoun County Soil Survey.

National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name:National Wetland Inventory Online Mapper (accessed 15-Jan-2013).

State/Local wetland inventory map(s): .

FEMA/FIRM maps: 4801010200 D, published 4-May-1992 .


Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date):2012 NAIP, Bing Maps, ESRI Sourec Imagery.


Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: .

Applicable/supporting case law: .

Applicable/supporting scientific literature: .

Other information (please specify):2009 USACE Lidar.

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: The Laguna Madre is listed on the Galveston District's Navigable Waters List

(Section 10 waters.) The Laguna Madre is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. The Laguna Madre has been, is currently used, and

has the potential to be used, in the forseeable future, for interstate commerce. Therefore; the Laguna Madre is Traditional Navigable Water,

subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The sand flats are vast expanses of unvegetated soil surface that are located below the High

Tide Line of the Laguna Madre. We concur with the consultants demarcation of the high tide line extending up to vegetation line. During

our 29-Jan-2013 we verified the existance of the field indicators (e.g. wrack lines) along the Consultant's demarkated high tide line at several

locations thoughout the property. This wrack line was found to correlate very well with the vegetation line. No specific elevation of the high

tide was able to be established by the Consultant due to 1) to the large size of the tract 2) the complex series of coves and guts occuring

throughout the tract, and 3) the variability in the factors affecting the high tide line (e.g. wind, barometric pressure, and to a lesser extent

lunar effects.) Based upon these reasons we concur with the Consultant's demarcated high tide line being located at the base of the vegetation

line. The sand flats, on the project site, located below the high tide line of the Laguna Madre are subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of

the Clean Water Act..

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This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook. SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): 31 JAN 2013 B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, SWG-2013-00046, Hidalgo County Urban County Program, Alberta Drain Project, Upland C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

State: TX County/Parish: Hidalgo City: Donna Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format, NAD-83): Lat. 26.2412° N, Long. 98.0954° W; Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM: Zone 14, 2,902,707 N., 590,345 E.,NAD: 83 Name of nearest water body: Arroyo Colorado Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: N/A Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 12110208; South Laguna Madre



Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 31 JAN 2013 Field Determination. Date(s):

SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are no “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the review area. [Required]


Explain: B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are no “waters of the U.S.” within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required] 1. Waters of the U.S. a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): 1 TNWs, including territorial seas Wetlands adjacent to TNWs Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Impoundments of jurisdictional waters Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands

b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area: Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or acres Wetlands: acres c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: Not Applicable. Elevation of established OHWM (if known): 2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3 Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional.

Explain:


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1. TNW Identify TNW:

Summarize rationale supporting determination:

2. Wetland adjacent to TNW Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”:



waters” (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3 months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round (perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow, fill out Section III.D.2 and Section III.D.4.



If the water body4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the water body has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.


(i) General Area Conditions: Watershed size: Pick List Drainage area: Pick List Average annual rainfall: inches Average annual snowfall: inches (ii) Physical Characteristics: (a) Relationship with TNW: Tributary flows directly into TNW. Tributary flows through Pick List tributaries before entering TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from RPW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from RPW. Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: Identify flow route to TNW5: Tributary stream order, if known:

4 Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the arid West. 5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW.

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(b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply): Tributary is: Natural Artificial (man-made). Explain: Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:


Average width: feet Average depth: feet Average side slopes: Pick List Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):

Silts Sands Concrete Cobbles Gravel Muck Bedrock Vegetation. Type/% cover: Other. Explain: Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Tributary geometry: Pick List Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): % (c) Flow: Tributary provides for: Pick List Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: Pick List Describe flow regime: Other information on duration and volume: Surface flow is: Pick List. Characteristics: Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: Dye (or other) test performed: Tributary has (check all that apply): Bed and banks OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):




oil or scum line along shore objects survey to available datum; fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) physical markings; physical markings/characteristics vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types. tidal gauges other (list):


Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.). Explain:


6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the water body’s flow regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break. 7Ibid.

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(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply): Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): Wetland fringe. Characteristics: Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: 2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

(i) Physical Characteristics: (a) General Wetland Characteristics: Properties: Wetland size: acres Wetland type. Explain: Wetland quality. Explain: Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:

(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW: Flow is: Pick List. Explain: Surface flow is: Pick List Characteristics: Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: Dye (or other) test performed: (c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:

Directly abutting Not directly abutting Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain: Ecological connection. Explain: Separated by berm/barrier. Explain: (d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW



Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed characteristics; etc.). Explain:

Identify specific pollutants, if known: (iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply): Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:

Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings:


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A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW. Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus. Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example: • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to

TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and

other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that

support downstream foodwebs? • Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or



findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D: 2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into

TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:


presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:


THAT APPLY):

1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area: TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, acres. Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.


Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial:

Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow “seasonally” (e.g., typically three months each year) are jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows seasonally:

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Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters in the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft) Other non-wetland waters: acres


3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Water body that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a

TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C. Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres

Identify type(s) of waters: 4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW: Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow “seasonally.” Provide data indicating that tributary is

seasonal in Section III.B and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW:







Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres 7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9 As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.




which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes. from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce. which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce. Interstate isolated waters. Explain: Other factors. Explain: Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:


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Identify type(s) of waters: Wetlands: acres




Waters do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain: Other: (explain, if not covered above): The project area is completely within uplands. The closest water of any type is an upland drainage ditch on the east side of the project area which flows into a series of networked upland drainage ditches for approximately 14 miles before emptying into the North Floodway, where it flows an additional 42.5 miles before emptying into the Arroyo Colorado, a traditionally navigable water, approximately 6 miles upstream of its natural mouth where it empties into the South Laguna Madre. The project site is not subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR


Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft). Lakes/ponds: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: Wetlands: acres.


Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft). Lakes/ponds: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: Wetlands: acres.


and requested, appropriately reference sources below): Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.

Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report. Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report

Data sheets prepared by the Corps: Corps navigable waters’ study: U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:

USGS NHD data USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps

Galveston District’s Approved List of Navigable Waters U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: 1:24,000; DONNA, Texas USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Hidalgo County Web Soil Survey, ref. 30 JAN 2013.

Hidalgo sandy clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes (61.7%), Racombes sandy clay loam (7.6%), and Raymondville clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes (30.7%). Only the Racombes sandy clay loam, a moderately well drained soil with moderately high to high infiltration rates, is listed as hydric in depressions.

National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: DONNA, Texas; 1989. State/Local wetland inventory map(s): FEMA/FIRM maps: A portion of the site is within Zone A; Panel Number 4803340425C, dated 16 NOV 1982 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929) Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date): National Aerial Imagery Program, 2012

or Other (Name & Date): Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: Applicable/supporting case law: Applicable/supporting scientific literature:

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B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: The project area is completely within uplands. The closest water of any type is an upland drainage ditch on the east side of the project area which flows into a series of networked upland drainage ditches for approximately 14 miles before emptying into the North Floodway, where it flows an additional 42.5 miles before emptying into the Arroyo Colorado, a traditionally navigable water, approximately 6 miles upstream of its natural mouth where it empties into the South Laguna Madre. The project site is not subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

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A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): 1 FEB 2013

B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, SWG-2013-00047, Anthony Clayton Johnson, Laguna

Madre


State: TX County/Parish: Cameron City: South Padre Island

Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format, NAD-83): Lat. 26.1165° N, Long. 97.1728° W;

Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM: Zone 14, 2,889,866 N., 682,702 E.,NAD: 83

Name of nearest water body: South Laguna Madre

Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Laguna Madre

Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 12110208; South Laguna Madre



different JD form.


Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 1 FEB 2013

Field Determination. Date(s):



There Are “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the review

area. [Required]



Explain: The Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, a federally maintained commerical channel, traverses the South Laguna Madre.















Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or 0.02 acres

Wetlands: acres

c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: Established by mean (average) high waters.

Elevation of established OHWM (if known):



Explain:



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1. TNW

Identify TNW: Laguna Madre

Summarize rationale supporting determination: The Laguna Madre is listed on Galveston District's Navigable Waters list

(Section 10 list). The Laguna Madre is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide and has been, is currently used, and

has potential to be used in the forseeable future for interstate commerce. Per the Rapanos Guidance all Section 10

waters are Traditionally Navigable Waters and are subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.


Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”:







(perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow, fill

out Section III.D.2 and Section III.D.4.





If the water body4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the

water body has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must




















Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:

4 Note that the Instructional Guidebook contains additional information regarding swales, ditches, washes, and erosional features generally and in the arid

West.

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Identify flow route to TNW5:

Tributary stream order, if known:



Artificial (man-made). Explain:

Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:


Average width: feet

Average depth: feet

Average side slopes: Pick List



Cobbles Gravel Muck


Other. Explain:

Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain:

Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain:



(c) Flow:



Describe flow regime:

Other information on duration and volume:

Surface flow is: Pick List. Characteristics:




Bed and banks









other (list):







tidal gauges

other (list):



Explain:


5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the water body’s flow


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Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width):

Wetland fringe. Characteristics:

Habitat for:








Properties:

Wetland size: acres

Wetland type. Explain:

Wetland quality. Explain:

Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:


Flow is: Pick List. Explain:


Characteristics:




Directly abutting


Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain:

Ecological connection. Explain:

Separated by berm/barrier. Explain:








characteristics; etc.). Explain:



Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width):

Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain:

Habitat for:








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below:


findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D:



adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:



Section III.D:


THAT APPLY):


TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, 0.02acres.




tributary is perennial:



seasonally:

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Water body that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a









directly abutting an RPW:



abutting an RPW:










Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres












Interstate isolated waters. Explain:

Other factors. Explain:

Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:



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Wetlands: acres







Waters do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain:

Other: (explain, if not covered above):





Lakes/ponds: acres.


Wetlands: acres.




Lakes/ponds: acres.


Wetlands: acres.




Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: Drawings provided by applicant, dated 16 JAN

2013 Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.


Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report

Data sheets prepared by the Corps:

Corps navigable waters’ study:

U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:

USGS NHD data

USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps

Galveston District’s Approved List of Navigable Waters

U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: 1:24,000; PORT ISABEL, Texas

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation:

National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: NWI Internet Map Service for PORT ISABEL, Texas Quad, ref. 01 FEB

2013 State/Local wetland inventory map(s):

FEMA/FIRM maps:


Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date): Texas OrthoImagery Program, 2009

or Other (Name & Date):

Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter:

Applicable/supporting case law:

Applicable/supporting scientific literature:


B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: The Laguna Madre is listed on Galveston District's Navigable Waters list (Section

10 list). The Laguna Madre is subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide and has been, is currently used, and has potential to be used in the

forseeable future for interstate commerce. Per the Rapanos Guidance all Section 10 waters are Traditionally Navigable Waters and are

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subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and also subject to jurisdiction under Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors

Act of 1899.

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This form should be completed by following the instructions provided in Section IV of the JD Form Instructional Guidebook. SECTION I: BACKGROUND INFORMATION A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (JD): 4-Feb-2013 B. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Galveston District, SWG-2013-00068, Port Mansfield Harbor C. PROJECT LOCATION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

State: Texas County/Parish: Willacy City: Port Mansfield Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format, NAD-83): Lat. 26.555962° N, Long. 97.428867° W; Universal Transverse Mercator: UTM: Zone 15 N, 2938215 N., 656500 E.,NAD: 83 Name of nearest water body: Port Mansfield Harbor Name of nearest Traditional Navigable Water (TNW) into which the aquatic resource flows: Redfish Bay Name of watershed or Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC): 12110208



Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 4-Feb-2013 Field Determination. Date(s):

SECTION II: SUMMARY OF FINDINGS A. RHA SECTION 10 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are “navigable waters of the U.S.” within Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 329) in the review area. [Required]


Explain: Port Mansfield Harbor is part of the Corps' federal project "Channel to Port Mansfield". B. CWA SECTION 404 DETERMINATION OF JURISDICTION. There Are “waters of the U.S.” within Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction (as defined by 33 CFR part 328) in the review area. [Required] 1. Waters of the U.S. a. Indicate presence of waters of U.S. in review area (check all that apply): 1 TNWs, including territorial seas Wetlands adjacent to TNWs Relatively permanent waters2 (RPWs) that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to but not directly abutting RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Wetlands adjacent to non-RPWs that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs Impoundments of jurisdictional waters Isolated (interstate or intrastate) waters, including isolated wetlands

b. Identify (estimate) size of waters of the U.S. in the review area: Non-wetland waters: linear feet: width (ft) and/or 1.0 acres Wetlands: acres c. Limits (boundaries) of jurisdiction based on: Not established at this time. Elevation of established OHWM (if known): 2. Non-regulated waters/wetlands (check if applicable):3


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Potentially jurisdictional waters and/or wetlands were assessed within the review area and determined to be not jurisdictional. Explain:

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1. TNW Identify TNW: Port Mansfield Harbor

Summarize rationale supporting determination: Port Mansfield Harbor is part of the Corps' Rivers and Harbors

Federal project "Channel to Port Mansfield." Port Mansfield Harbor has been, is currently used and and potential to be used in the near future for interstate commerce. The Port Mansfield Harbor is also subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. Therefore; the Port Mansfield Harbor is a Traditional Navigable Water and subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

2. Wetland adjacent to TNW Summarize rationale supporting conclusion that wetland is “adjacent”:



waters” (RPWs), i.e. tributaries that typically flow year-round or have continuous flow at least seasonally (e.g., typically 3 months). A wetland that directly abuts an RPW is also jurisdictional. If the aquatic resource is not a TNW, but has year-round (perennial) flow, skip to Section III.D.2. If the aquatic resource is a wetland directly abutting a tributary with perennial flow, fill out Section III.D.2 and Section III.D.4.



If the water body4 is not an RPW, or a wetland directly abutting an RPW, a JD will require additional data to determine if the water body has a significant nexus with a TNW. If the tributary has adjacent wetlands, the significant nexus evaluation must consider the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands. This significant nexus evaluation that combines, for analytical purposes, the tributary and all of its adjacent wetlands is used whether the review area identified in the JD request is the tributary, or its adjacent wetlands, or both. If the JD covers a tributary with adjacent wetlands, complete Section III.B.1 for the tributary, Section III.B.2 for any onsite wetlands, and Section III.B.3 for all wetlands adjacent to that tributary, both onsite and offsite. The determination whether a significant nexus exists is determined in Section III.C below.


(i) General Area Conditions: Watershed size: Pick List Drainage area: Pick List Average annual rainfall: inches Average annual snowfall: inches (ii) Physical Characteristics: (a) Relationship with TNW: Tributary flows directly into TNW. Tributary flows through Pick List tributaries before entering TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List river miles from RPW.


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Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from TNW. Project waters are Pick List aerial (straight) miles from RPW. Project waters cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain: Identify flow route to TNW5: Tributary stream order, if known: (b) General Tributary Characteristics (check all that apply): Tributary is: Natural Artificial (man-made). Explain: Manipulated (man-altered). Explain:


Average width: feet Average depth: feet Average side slopes: Pick List Primary tributary substrate composition (check all that apply):

Silts Sands Concrete Cobbles Gravel Muck Bedrock Vegetation. Type/% cover: Other. Explain: Tributary condition/stability [e.g., highly eroding, sloughing banks]. Explain: Presence of run/riffle/pool complexes. Explain: Tributary geometry: Pick List Tributary gradient (approximate average slope): % (c) Flow: Tributary provides for: Pick List Estimate average number of flow events in review area/year: Pick List Describe flow regime: Other information on duration and volume: Surface flow is: Pick List. Characteristics: Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: Dye (or other) test performed: Tributary has (check all that apply): Bed and banks OHWM6 (check all indicators that apply):




oil or scum line along shore objects survey to available datum; fine shell or debris deposits (foreshore) physical markings; physical markings/characteristics vegetation lines/changes in vegetation types. tidal gauges other (list):


5 Flow route can be described by identifying, e.g., tributary a, which flows through the review area, to flow into tributary b, which then flows into TNW. 6A natural or man-made discontinuity in the OHWM does not necessarily sever jurisdiction (e.g., where the stream temporarily flows underground, or where the OHWM has been removed by development or agricultural practices). Where there is a break in the OHWM that is unrelated to the water body’s flow regime (e.g., flow over a rock outcrop or through a culvert), the agencies will look for indicators of flow above and below the break. 7Ibid.

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Characterize tributary (e.g., water color is clear, discolored, oily film; water quality; general watershed characteristics, etc.). Explain:


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(iv) Biological Characteristics. Channel supports (check all that apply): Riparian corridor. Characteristics (type, average width): Wetland fringe. Characteristics: Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings: Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings: 2. Characteristics of wetlands adjacent to non-TNW that flow directly or indirectly into TNW

(i) Physical Characteristics: (a) General Wetland Characteristics: Properties: Wetland size: acres Wetland type. Explain: Wetland quality. Explain: Project wetlands cross or serve as state boundaries. Explain:

(b) General Flow Relationship with Non-TNW: Flow is: Pick List. Explain: Surface flow is: Pick List Characteristics: Subsurface flow: Pick List. Explain findings: Dye (or other) test performed: (c) Wetland Adjacency Determination with Non-TNW:

Directly abutting Not directly abutting Discrete wetland hydrologic connection. Explain: Ecological connection. Explain: Separated by berm/barrier. Explain: (d) Proximity (Relationship) to TNW



Characterize wetland system (e.g., water color is clear, brown, oil film on surface; water quality; general watershed characteristics; etc.). Explain:

Identify specific pollutants, if known: (iii) Biological Characteristics. Wetland supports (check all that apply): Riparian buffer. Characteristics (type, average width): Vegetation type/percent cover. Explain: Habitat for:

Federally Listed species. Explain findings: Fish/spawn areas. Explain findings:

Other environmentally-sensitive species. Explain findings: Aquatic/wildlife diversity. Explain findings:


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A significant nexus analysis will assess the flow characteristics and functions of the tributary itself and the functions performed by any wetlands adjacent to the tributary to determine if they significantly affect the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of a TNW. For each of the following situations, a significant nexus exists if the tributary, in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, has more than a speculative or insubstantial effect on the chemical, physical and/or biological integrity of a TNW. Considerations when evaluating significant nexus include, but are not limited to the volume, duration, and frequency of the flow of water in the tributary and its proximity to a TNW, and the functions performed by the tributary and all its adjacent wetlands. It is not appropriate to determine significant nexus based solely on any specific threshold of distance (e.g. between a tributary and its adjacent wetland or between a tributary and the TNW). Similarly, the fact an adjacent wetland lies within or outside of a floodplain is not solely determinative of significant nexus. Draw connections between the features documented and the effects on the TNW, as identified in the Rapanos Guidance and discussed in the Instructional Guidebook. Factors to consider include, for example: Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to carry pollutants or flood waters to

TNWs, or to reduce the amount of pollutants or flood waters reaching a TNW? Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), provide habitat and lifecycle support functions for fish and

other species, such as feeding, nesting, spawning, or rearing young for species that are present in the TNW? Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have the capacity to transfer nutrients and organic carbon that

support downstream foodwebs? Does the tributary, in combination with its adjacent wetlands (if any), have other relationships to the physical, chemical, or



findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary itself, then go to Section III.D: 2. Significant nexus findings for non-RPW and its adjacent wetlands, where the non-RPW flows directly or indirectly into

TNWs. Explain findings of presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:


presence or absence of significant nexus below, based on the tributary in combination with all of its adjacent wetlands, then go to Section III.D:


THAT APPLY):

1. TNWs and Adjacent Wetlands. Check all that apply and provide size estimates in review area: TNWs: linear feet width (ft), Or, 1.0acres. Wetlands adjacent to TNWs: acres.


Tributaries of TNWs where tributaries typically flow year-round are jurisdictional. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial:

Tributaries of TNW where tributaries have continuous flow “seasonally” (e.g., typically three months each year) are jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.B. Provide rationale indicating that tributary flows seasonally:

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3. Non-RPWs8 that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Water body that is not a TNW or an RPW, but flows directly or indirectly into a TNW, and it has a significant nexus with a

TNW is jurisdictional. Data supporting this conclusion is provided at Section III.C. Provide estimates for jurisdictional waters within the review area (check all that apply): Tributary waters: linear feet width (ft). Other non-wetland waters: acres

Identify type(s) of waters: 4. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW that flow directly or indirectly into TNWs. Wetlands directly abut RPW and thus are jurisdictional as adjacent wetlands. Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow year-round. Provide data and rationale indicating that tributary is perennial in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW: Wetlands directly abutting an RPW where tributaries typically flow “seasonally.” Provide data indicating that tributary is

seasonal in Section III.B and rationale in Section III.D.2, above. Provide rationale indicating that wetland is directly abutting an RPW:







Provide estimates for jurisdictional wetlands in the review area: acres 7. Impoundments of jurisdictional waters.9 As a general rule, the impoundment of a jurisdictional tributary remains jurisdictional.




which are or could be used by interstate or foreign travelers for recreational or other purposes. from which fish or shellfish are or could be taken and sold in interstate or foreign commerce. which are or could be used for industrial purposes by industries in interstate commerce. Interstate isolated waters. Explain: Other factors. Explain: Identify water body and summarize rationale supporting determination:


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Identify type(s) of waters: Wetlands: acres




Waters do not meet the “Significant Nexus” standard, where such a finding is required for jurisdiction. Explain: Other: (explain, if not covered above): Provide acreage estimates for non-jurisdictional waters in the review area, where the sole potential basis of jurisdiction is the MBR


Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet width (ft). Lakes/ponds: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: Wetlands: acres.


Non-wetland waters (i.e., rivers, streams): linear feet, width (ft). Lakes/ponds: acres. Other non-wetland waters: acres. List type of aquatic resource: Wetlands: acres.


and requested, appropriately reference sources below): Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant: Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the applicant/consultant.

Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report. Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report

Data sheets prepared by the Corps: Corps navigable waters’ study: Channel to Port Mansfield U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:

USGS NHD data USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps

Galveston District’s Approved List of Navigable Waters U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: Port Mansfield, TX Quad 1:24K USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: State/Local wetland inventory map(s): FEMA/FIRM maps: 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodectic Vertical Datum of 1929) Photographs: Aerial (Name & Date): Google Earth 1/21/2011

or Other (Name & Date): Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: Applicable/supporting case law: Applicable/supporting scientific literature: Other information (please specify):

B. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS TO SUPPORT JD: Port Mansfield Harbor is part of the Corps' Rivers and Harbors Federal project "Channel to Port Mansfield." Port Mansfield Harbor has been, is currently used and and

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potential to be used in the near future for interstate commerce. The Port Mansfield Harbor is also subject to the ebb and flow of the daily tide. Therefore; the Port Mansfield Harbor is a Traditional Navigable Water and subject to jurisdiction under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899

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