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These deliverables apply to this individual practice. For other planned practice deliverables refer to those specific Statements of Work. DESIGN Deliverables: Design documents that demonstrate criteria in NRCS practice standard have been met and are compatible with planned and applied practices Practice purpose(s) as identified in the conservation plan. List of required permits to be obtained by the client Practice standard criteria-related computations and analyses prepared by an individual with required certifications presented in a written burn plan including but not limited to: Description of the burn area including present vegetation cover Objective and timing of burn Acceptable conditions for prescribed burn Preparation of the area for burning Safety requirements and notifications Special precaution areas Firing technique Written plans and specifications including sketches and drawings shall be provided to the client that adequately describes the requirements to install the practice and obtain necessary permits. Identify fields where practice to be applied on a farm or ranch plan map. Operation and maintenance plan Certification that the design meets practice standard criteria and comply with applicable laws and regulations Design modifications during installation as required Note: State-Specific Deliverables may be added as appropriate. INSTALLATION Deliverables Pre-application conference with client Verification that client has obtained required permits Staking and layout (e.g., setbacks) according to plans and specifications including applicable layout notes Application oversight as required Facilitate and implement required design modifications with client Advise client/NRCS on compliance issues with all federal, state, tribal, and local laws, regulations and NRCS policies during installation Certification that the application process and materials meets design and permit requirements Note: State-Specific Deliverables may be added as appropriate. CHECK OUT Deliverables Records of application Extent of practice units applied Certification that the application meets NRCS standards and specifications and is in compliance with permits Exit conference with client and contractor. Progress reporting Note: State-Specific Deliverables may be added as appropriate. REFERENCES NRCS Field Office Technical Guide (eFOTG), Section IV, Conservation Practice Standard – Prescribed Burning, 338 NRCS General Manual NRCS National Environmental Compliance Handbook NRCS Cultural Resources Handbook Note: State-Specific references may be added as appropriate.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Water testing records that shall be maintained will include: Sample site, location, and depth Remotely-sensed or in-situ records of water quality conditions within the well (pH, conductivity, turbidity, etc.) Date and time water sample taken Name and title of person who collected sample Type of sampler and sample taken Standard collection procedure followed Water test analysis date Laboratory performing the analysis Tested Contaminants Schedule of additional testing at required frequency according to applicable standard Records to evaluate trends and the effects of any remedial actions to produce water of sufficient quality for the intended purpose Rainfall data Observations on well condition Other records as required
PRESCRIBED BURNING (Ac.) 338 DEFINITION Controlled fire applied to a predetermined area. PURPOSE Control undesirable vegetation. Prepare sites for harvesting, planting or seeding. Control plant disease. Reduce wildfire hazards. Improve wildlife habitat. Improve plant production quantity and/or quality. Remove slash and debris. Enhance seed and seedling production. Facilitate distribution of grazing and browsing animals. Restore and maintain ecological sites. CONDITIONS PRACTICE APPLIES This practice applies on all lands as appropriate. CRITERIA General Criteria Applicable to All Purposes All prescribed shall address the following items: Location and description of the burn area. Pre-burn vegetation cover. Resource management objectives. Required weather conditions for prescribed burn. Notification check list. Pre-burn preparation. Equipment checklist/personnel assignments and needs/safety requirements. Post burn evaluation criteria. Firing sequence. Ignition method. Approval signatures The procedure, equipment, and the number of trained personnel shall be adequate to accomplish the intended purposes. The expected weather conditions, and vehicular traffic that may be impeded by heat or smoke, liability (e.g., utility lines) and safety and health precautions shall be integrated into the timing, location and expected intensity of the burn. Timing of burning will be commensurate with soil and site conditions to maintain site productivity and minimize effects on soil erosion and soil properties (structure, soil moisture). Weather parameters and other data that affect fire behavior should be monitored during the burn. Carbon release should be minimized by the timing and burn intensity. Consider the location of utilities such as electric power lines and natural gas pipelines to prevent damage to the utility and avoid personal injury. Smoke impacts must be considered before the burn and should be monitored during the burn.
HEDGEROW PLANTING (Ft.) 422 DEFINITION Establishment of dense vegetation in a linear design to achieve a natural resource conservation purpose. PURPOSE Providing at least one of the following conservation functions: Habitat, including food, cover, and corridors for terrestrial wildlife. To enhance pollen, nectar, and nesting habitat for pollinators. Food, cover, and shade for aquatic organisms that live in adjacent streams or watercourses. To provide substrate for predaceous and beneficial invertebrates as a component of integrated pest management. To intercept airborne particulate matter. To reduce chemical drift and odor movement. Screens and barriers to noise and dust To increase carbon storage in biomass and Living fences Boundary delineation and contour guidelines CONDITIONS WHERE PRACTICE APPLIES: This practice applies wherever it will accomplish at least one of the purposes stated above. CRITERIA General Criteria Applicable to All Purposes Hedgerows shall be established using woody plants or perennial bunch grasses producing erect stems attaining average heights of at least 3 feet persisting over winter. Plants selected must be suited and adapted to soil and site conditions, climate, and conservation purpose. No plant listed by the state as a noxious weed shall be established in a hedgerow. Species shall be selected that do not host pests or diseases that could pose a risk to nearby crops. The practice shall be protected from livestock grazing and trampling to the extent necessary to ensure that it will perform the intended purpose(s). Competing vegetation shall be controlled until the hedgerow becomes established. Control shall continue beyond the establishment period, if necessary. All planned work shall comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations. No minimum width beyond a single row is required except where wildlife food and cover is an objective. Additional Criteria for Wildlife Food, Cover and Corridors Establish at least two compatible species of native vegetation. Multiple species increase food and habitat diversity while reducing pest and disease risk. Selected plants shall provide cover and/or food to support the landowner’s wildlife objectives.
Construction specifications that describe in writing site specific installation requirements of the sediment basin. Prepare an operation and maintenance plan for the operator. The minimum requirements to be addressed in the operation and maintenance plan are: Periodic inspections and maintenance of the embankment, principal and auxiliary spillways and dewatering device especially following significant runoff events. Prompt repair or replacement of damaged components. Prompt removal of sediment when it reaches pre-determined storage elevations. Periodic mowing of vegetation to control of trees, brush and invasive species. Periodic inspection of safety components and immediate repair if necessary. REFERENCES Stormwater Quality Association. 2003. Stormwater BMP Handbook, Construction. . Center for Watershed Protection. 2000. Improving the Trapping Efficiency of , Article 58, The Practice of Watershed Protection: Techniques for Protecting and Restoring Watersheds. Department of Conservation and Recreation, . 1992. Erosion and Sediment Control Handbook, 3rd Edition, Jarrett, A. R. August 1998. Controlling the Dewatering of , Agricultural and Biological Engineering, , North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, Division of Land Resources. 2006. Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual. . Erosion and Sediment Control Handbook . 2002. Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service & Environmental Protection Agency. 2002. Urban Manual. Champaign, IL. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. 1983. National Engineering Handbook, Section 3 – Sedimentation. Washington, DC
(Sq. Ft.) 373 DEFINITION Controlling direct particulate matter emissions produced by vehicle and machinery traffic or wind action from unpaved roads and other surfaces by applying a palliative on the surface. This practice may be applied as part of a conservation management system to control dust from unpaved roads and other surfaces which is generated by vehicle or machinery traffic, and/or wind. This practice applies to any non-vegetated, unpaved surface where vehicle movement or wind action would normally occur, such as an unpaved road, traffic area, parking lot, staging or assembly area, equipment storage lot, runway, or loading/unloading area. It does not apply to paved surfaces, vegetated areas, rangeland or cropland, or to surfaces that are normally subject to animal activity, such as pens and corrals. General Criteria Applicable to all Purposes The practice shall be applied following all label directives, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The palliative (dust control product) shall be one of the following: Water Water absorbing suppressant (hygroscopic palliative) Adhesive Petroleum emulsion Polymer emulsion Clay Additive Bituminous (petroleum-based road oil) Examples of product types and names are available in the specification. Hygroscopic palliatives (those that control dust by absorbing water from the air) shall not be used in arid and semi-arid environments. Calcium chloride and magnesium chloride shall not be used in locations where the daily summertime relative humidity averages below 30%. For more details, see the specification. The surfaces to be treated shall be graded and/or smoothed as needed and prescribed by the product guidance before the dust control product is applied. The area shall be treated to achieve a minimum of 50% dust control at time of application of material. The amount of dust control achieved will be determined by standardized emission reduction factors for the various materials. The area shall be re-treated if it is heavily disturbed by grading or other major disturbance after prior treatment. If continued effectiveness of the product is warranted after natural weathering has reduced its effectiveness to the point where airborne particulate matter from the surface is visible, the palliative control product shall be re-applied. dust control for more than 12 hours is needed, water as a dust control product shall not be used unless it is reapplied. AND
, M.J. Lindstrom, T.E. Schumacher, D.E. Lobb and D.D. Malo. 2005. Tillage-induced CO2 loss across an eroded landscape. Soil Tillage Res. 81:183-194. 2004. Tillage-induced soil properties and chamber mixing effects on gas exchange. Proc. 16th Triennial Conf., Int. Soil Till. Org. (ISTRO). Renard, K.G., G.R. Foster, G.A. Weesies, D.K. McCool, and D.C. Yoder, coordinators. 1997. Predicting soil erosion by water: A guide to conservation planning with the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE). Department of Agriculture, Agriculture Handbook No. 703. Shaffer, M.J., and W.E. Larson (ed.). 1987. Tillage and surface-residue sensitive potential evaporation submodel. In NTRM, a soil-crop simulation model for nitrogen, tillage and crop residue management. USDA Conserv. Res. Rep. 34-1. USDA-ARS. Skidmore, E.L. and N.P. Woodruff. 1968. Wind erosion forces in the and their use in predicting soil loss. Department of Agriculture. Agriculture Handbook No. 346. U.S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service. 2002. National Agronomy Manual. 190-V. 3rd ed.
PLANS Prepare plans and specifications for stormwater runoff control systems that describe the requirements for applying the practice according to this standard. As a minimum the plans and specifications shall include: A plan view showing the extent of the practice. Where appropriate, cross-sections and/or profiles showing elevations and distances. Where appropriate, plans for structural details. appropriate, seeding requirements. Construction specifications that describe in writing site specific installation requirements for the stormwater runoff control systems. Prepare an operation and maintenance plan for the operator. The minimum requirements to be addressed in the operation and maintenance plan are: Periodic inspections, especially immediately following significant rainfall events. Prompt repair or replacement of damaged components especially surfaces that are subjected to wear or erosion. Regular inspection of settling basins, trash guards and other practices to collect and remove accumulated sediment and debris. Where vegetation is specified, periodic mowing, fertilization and control of vegetation. REFERENCES Bannerman, and E. Considine, 2003. : A How-to Manual for Homeowners. University of Extension Publication GWQ037 or Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Publication PUB-WT-776 2003. U. S. Environmental Protection Agency. 2007. Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. United States Environmental Protection Agency. 1999. Stormwater Technology Fact Sheet: Bioretention. Publ. EPA-832-F-99-012. Office of Water, , D.C.
Point Numbering: Instrument Points – use single digit numbers 1-9 Benchmarks – use 90-99 Turning Points – use 70-79 Side Shots – start at 100. If you make a turn to another instrument set up, change side shot numbers to differentiate Instrument Point 1 from Instrument Point 2 (eg, 100-199 for IP 1; 200-299 for IP 2; if you have more than 99 shots for IP1, use 300-399 for IP2, etc.) DEFAULT SETTINGS for the data collector: Survey Pro Main Menu – JOB ->-> SETTINGS ->->-> INSTRUMENT: “Brand”: [TOPCON] “Model”: [GPT SERIES] “Serial Port”: [COM 1] “Baud Rate”: [1200] “Parity”: [Even] UNITS “Units for distances”: [US SURVEY FEET] “Units for angles”: [DEGREES] “Display directions as”: [AZIMUTH] “Azimuth type”: AZIMUTH] FORMAT This relates to the precision you want for northing/easting, elevation, etc. FILES The only files currently loaded are the “Description File” which is the description codes for the survey shots. This is an ASCI file created on the PC and transferred to the data collector. Please refer to the users manual for descriptions of the Control File & Feature Code File. SURVEYING “Prompt for Description” and “Prompt for Height of Rod” should be checked on. All others are checked off. (Make sure “Survey with True Azimuths” is checked off. If this is checked on and you do a traverse ( or turn) the points are not in the right place after the first move.) STAKEOUT “Always start stakeout with coarse mode” is the only thing checked on. REPETITION “Horizontal tolerance”: [30] sec. “Zenith Tolerance”: [30] sec. “Distance Tolerance”: [0.4999999 usft] DATE/TIME Set current date & time GENERAL - User preference Charge Times: Data Collector – 1 to 3 hours; Total Station – 1 hour 48 minutes
GPS TOPCON FC-200 DATA COLLECTOR CONFIGURATION SETTINGS Turn on Data CollectorStart TOPSURV and open or create new job JobConfigSurvey Gps & Config My RTKtap … My RTKtap edit button on bottom of screen BASE RECEIVER Receiver Model – GR-3 Elev Mask – 11 deg RTK Format – CMR+ Antennae - GR-3 Ant. Ht. – 0.0 m Vertical NEXT BASE RADIO Radio Modem – Int. GR-3 Digital UHF Port – C Baud – 115200 Data - 8 Parity – None Stop - 1 NEXT Protocol – SIMPLEX Modulation – NEXT ROVER RECEIVER Receiver Model – GR-3 Elev Mask – 11 deg RTK Format – CMR+ Antennae - GR-3 Ant. Ht. – 1.83 m Vertical NEXT ROVER RADIO Radio Modem – Int. GR-3 Digital UHF Port – C Baud – 115200 Data - 8 Parity – None Stop – 1 NEXT Protocol – SIMPLEX
---Increment – [1] ---Enter Height of Instrument and Rod ---Pick [SOLVE] – this will give you the angle and distance info for the rod person ---Turn that angle on total station and lock in. Sight prism. ----Pick [STAKEand then SHOT] this will give you instructions to move the rod forward or back, right or left. Reposition rod person and take another shot. ---Pick [STORE] when in correct position, and then [NEXT].
Another advantage of the rotational stocking method is that through maintaining better control of the frequency, intensity, timing, and duration of the grazing events, deeper rooted, more drought tolerant, and higher yield forage species may be utilized. While most of these desired pasture plants do not hold up well under continuous grazing pressure, under rotational stocking management, they can remain productive and persist for many years. F. Decrease reliance on outside sources G. Extend grazing season H. Start another livestock operation Resource Concerns (SWAPA) Soil Water Air Plants Animals Energy Soil will see an increase organic matter, reduction of compaction, and reduction or elimination of erosion potential. Water quality is easily maintained with good vegetation, fencing, and adequate buffers around water courses. Air- fresh manure is less offensive than stored manure. And no manure buildup should occur with proper rotation. Plant health benefits from a well managed pasture, especially with rotational grazing. The key to a rotational grazing system is allowing a rest period for the forage to replenish their energy reserves to the root system. Rotation provides a greater opportunity for managing the quality, quantity, and harvest efficiency of the pasture than continuous grazing. Animal health is better on pasture (versus confinement), by improving feet and leg health, reduce parasite load, and reduce climatic stress Animal Inventory Number (existing) Number (recommended) Age Breed Weight Other: Cows Yealings/Dry Bulls TOTAL AU: Notes on Stocking Density: Pasture/Forage Inventory No. and size of pastures/paddocks (See Conservation Plan Map) It is preferred to move animals based on the forage height, not calendar days. It is recommended that cool-season grasses are not grazed below 2-4 inches in height. This protects the growing point and encourages a strong root base. Forage condition Original pastures are in a sod, but appear over-grazed and tired, and not necessarily the desired species to produce quantity and quality needed. Select species are recommended to be inter-seeded into existing pasture. Seeding recommendations are included under Pasture Improvement. Soil Tests See Attached Needed once every 3 years to fulfill nutrient management requirements. Soil tests were taken in 2010. NRCS or Cooperative Extension can assist with interpretation of the soil test reports.
IRRIGATION WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN CENTER SYSTEM As the owner/operator of this Irrigation Water Management Plan, I certify that I, as the decision maker, have been involved in the planning process and agree to the items/practices listed in this document. I understand that I am responsible for the implementation of this IWM Plan and for keeping all the required records. Signature: _________________________________________ Date:_________ Name: ____________________________________________ Farm Number/s: _______________________________ Tract Number/s: _______________________________ Consultant: ___________________________________ Section 1 – Definition and Requirements What is Irrigation Water Management (IWM)? IWM is simply defined as determining and controlling the volume, frequency, and application rate of irrigation water in a planned, efficient manner. What are the benefits of proper Irrigation Water Management? Conserves water through efficient application and scheduling Improves crop and quality by managing according to crop needs Reduces runoff resulting in decreased soil erosion Decreases deep percolation and leachate contaminates into ground water Improves water quality (surface and subsurface) Saves energy through efficient pumping Reduces nutrient movement past root zone What does a farmer need to do to implement IWM?
FEEL AND APPEARANCE METHOD FOR ESTIMATING THE AVAILABLE MOISTURE IN THE SOIL Available Moisture Feel, Appearance, and Texture of Soil AWC (In/Ft) Coarse textured soils Moderately coarse textured soils Medium textured soils Fine & very fine textured soils 0.5-1.25 1.25-1.75 1.5-2.3 1.6-2.5 0 - 25 % Dry, and single grained; flows through fingers Dry and loose; flows through fingers Powdery dry; in some places slightly crusted but breaks down easily into powder Hard, & cracked; has loose crumbs on surface in some places 25 - 50% Appears to be dry; does not form a ball under pressure* Appears to be dry; does not form a ball under pressure* Somewhat crumbly but holds together under pressure Somewhat pliable; under pressure* 50 - 75% Appears to be dry; does not form a ball under pressure* Balls under pressure but seldom holds together Forms a ball under pressure; somewhat plastic; slicks slightly under pressure Forms a ball; ribbons out between thumb & forefinger 75 - 100% Sticks together slightly; may form a very weak ball under pressure Form weak ball that breaks easily; does not slick Forms ball; very pliable; slicks readily if relatively high in clay Ribbons out between fingers easily; has a slick feeling At Field Capacity On squeezing, no free water appears on soil but wet outline of ball is left on hand Same as for coarse textures at field capacity Same as for coarse textured at field capacity Same as for coarse textured soils at field capacity Above Field Capacity Free water appears when soil is bounced in hand Free water is released with kneading Free water can be squeezed out Puddles; free water forms on surface Research and 16483 County Seat Highway Telephone: (302) 856-7303 Irrigation system evaluation.
Rusle Program Version: Rusle Science Version: Data Base: RUSLE2 Erosion Calculation Record File: plans\PSI_Ex_3 Access R2_NRCS_Fld_Office Inputs: Owner name Location Info Bob Jones Maryland\Talbot County T822 Soil T Slope ft Slope % 1 Talbot, Maryland\Talbot County, Maryland\HfB complex, 2 to 5 percent loam 40% 5.0 120 3.0 2 Talbot, Maryland\Talbot County, Maryland\OtA Othello silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes\Othello silt loam drained 35% 5.0 180 1.0 Results: Field Description system plan. soil Sed. t/ac/yr Soil index (SCI) Fuel cost @
Civil Rights Compliance in Program Delivery Train-the-Trainer Instructor Nomination Form Organizational Unit making nomination: _____Indiana__________________ Name of organizational contact: ___Susan Meadows____ Instructor Information: Name of Instructor: Position: Location: What is your experience as an instructor? What is your knowledge of the subject matter and how did you gain that knowledge? Have you had formal training in instructional skills, etc? What was it? When? One NRCS reference: Name: Location: Telephone Number:
Optional: a meeting of the LDP alumni and new members during the first month of the Period would be beneficial. The State Coordinator(s) should seek input from alumni on how the program is being conducted, ways to improve it, project ideas, etc. and keep notes on that input. 10. Coordinator(s) is to accompany the class members on their visit to the NHQ. The State Coordinator should actively pursue activities and opportunities within the state for class members to participate in, with the concurrence of the State Conservationist and Leadership Team. 11. Coordinator(s) should energetically market the LDP, and encourage alumni to market the program as well. 12. Coordinator(s) is responsible for keeping the LDP projects file in the State Office Library up to date and protecting PII. SAMPLE APPLICATION PACKAGE APPLICATION FOR TRAINING Candidates will be considered without discrimination for any nonmerit reason such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental handicap, or membership or nonmembership in an employee organizations. Natural Resources Conservation Service ANNOUNCEMENT NO: NRCS-IN-01-01 OPENING DATE: December 12, 2011 POSITION: CLOSING DATE: January 6, 2012 Leadership Development Program (LDP) Training PROMOTION POTENTIAL: CONTACT: Connie Givens, Acting HR Manager Participation does not guarantee promotions. LOCATION OF POSITION: Selected employees will remain in their current position location. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Indiana. ************************** GENERAL INFORMATION: The LDP is a unique developmental activity for employees of NRCS who have the potential and desire to pursue positions of greater leadership responsibility. The purpose is to enhance participant’s leadership and management skills include being visionary, being able to positively influence people, developing skills related to partnering, and handling public and political issues.
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE CONSERVATION PRACTICE STANDARD POND SEALING OR LINING - FLEXIBLE MEMBRANE (No.) 521A A manufactured hydraulic barrier consisting of a functionally continuous layer of synthetic or partially synthetic, flexible material. To restrict, impede, and control seepage of water and contaminants from water and waste impoundment structures for water conservation and environmental protection. On ponds and water storage structures that require treatment to control seepage rates within acceptable limits. On earthen waste storage ponds or lagoons and other waste impoundment structures that require treatment to control seepage of contaminants from the storage structure. Design. Structures to be lined shall be constructed to meet all applicable NRCS standards. All inlets, outlets, ramps, and other appurtenances may be installed before, during, or after the liner placement, but shall be done in a manner that does not damage or impair the proper operation of the liner. Design and installation of the flexible membrane shall be in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. All flexible membrane installations shall be certified by the installer or manufacturer as meeting the material and installation requirements of the plans and specifications. Manufacturer recommendations shall be followed with regard to protection from weather and exposure. Materials. Flexible membrane liner materials shall meet the requirements of the specifications indicated in the following tables: Minimum Geomembrane Thickness Criteria Type Minimum Thickness Wastewater Clear Water HDPE 40 mil 30 mil LLDPE 40 mil 30 mil 36 mil 24 mil PVC 40 mil 30 mil EPDM 45 mil FPP 40 mil 30 mil FPP-R 36 mil 24 mil PE-R NR 24 mil Minimum Bentonite Content for Geosynthetic Clay Liners Type Minimum Bentonite Content Wastewater Water GCL 0.75 lb/sq. ft. Reference Specifications for Geomembranes Type Applicable Specification HDPE NRCS Mtl. Spec. 594, Geomembrane Liner LLDPE LLDPE-R PVC EPDM FPP
State Technical Advisory Committee Agenda Spokane State Office 316 West Boone Avenue, Suite 450 Spokane, WA 99201 Thursday, October 25, 2012 9:30-3:15 Duration Schedule Topic Presenter 15 min 9:30-9:45 Opening Remarks and Introductions Roylene Rides at the Door, State Conservationist 60 min 9:45-10:45 Improving Investments in Ecosystems Services: Better Quantification and Prioritization of Conservation Spending Heather Simmons-Rigdon, Executive Director, South Central Washington Resource Conservation and Development Council 20 min 10:45-11:05 Easement Priorities FRPP, GRP, WRP Monica Hoover, FRPP Program Liaison Dave Kreft, State Easements Coordinator 25 min 11:05-11:30 WRP/GRP FY 13 Geographical Area Rate Caps Dave State Easement Coordinator 30 min 11:30-12:00 30 min 12:00-12:30 329 Residue Management System: Direct Seed w/Harrow Bonda Habets, State Resource Conservationist 45 min 12:30-1:15 STAC Subcommittee Updates Bonda Habets Larry Johnson, State Conservation Engineer 30 min 1:15-1:45 Special initiatives Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Partnership National Water Quality Initiative Others Rick Noble, East Area Conservationist Jeff Harlow, Assistant State Conservationist for Programs 75 min 1:45-3:00 FY 2013 Local Working Group Packages and Discussion for FY 2014 Kickoff Screening Tool Funding for Socially Disadvantaged and New and Beginning Farmers Jeff Harlow Alan Fulk, Program Liaison 15 min 3:00-3:15 Round table and closing All
Nutrient Management – 0 applications Irrigated Water Management – 1 application Ag Energy – 33 applications Organic – 1 application Question – Who is the contact for TechReg? Answer - Larry Johnson is the TechReg coordinator. Practice Standards – Rich Edlund Rich gave an overview on the following practice standards. 590 - Nutrient Management Energy Standards Drainage Water Management Standard Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) nationwide permit and regional conditions Nutrient Management – Focus has been added on erosion control, nutrient use efficiency, nitrogen management tactics, tile drainage, and better management of the 4Rs of nutrient application (right source, right timing, right amount, and right placement). Energy Standards – Thirty two draft national conservation practice standards are being revised or developed. Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency are the only two that are new or significantly revised. Drainage Water Management Standard – Dave Brown is reviewing this draft. NRCS is getting requests for assistance. We must see what ramifications are of providing assistance. Dave Brown – we must clarify drainage versus drain water management. Practice standard to limit impact of drainage to the environment (when and how it leaves the field). Managing what is already there. Dave Brown – If you have drainage tile in your system, it is required to incorporate the Drainage Water Management Standard for those that want EQIP cost-share for nutrient management. USACE Nationwide Permits (NWP) and Regional Conditions – Public comment is requested by April 18, 2011 on the reissue and modification of 48 permits and two new NWPs. Comments to Regional Conditions are also requested by April 18, 2011. Karma Anderson gave an update on where things are at this time. Parking Lot, Action Items, Next Meeting Sherre gave an overview of where to find STAC information on the NRCS Washington webpage. Comment – there has been a big improvement on your webpage. Question on Cultural Resources – How long is the wait before applying practices because of a cultural resources issue? How is EQIP going to work if the cost of the cultural resources issue increases the amount of the project?
replacement with another structure Downstream Bed Controls Type # Upstream Bed Controls Type # Retrofitted in Baffles Installed Type # Weirs Installed # 2A. EXISTING DAM (WEIR) 2B. DAM SOLUTION Height Face Base Plunge Pool Depth Construction/Form Reservoir Depth Controls 3A. EXISTING BRIDGE (Complete 3A or 3B, unless WDFW appendix or construction designs already provide the information). Material Footings Distance from bridge bottom to OHW Length Width 3B. BRIDGE SOLUTION Complete removal, no replacement with another structure Replaced with Replaced with Shape Material Span Rise Length Downstream Bed Controls? Type # Upstream Bed Controls? Type # Retrofitted in Place Aquatic Organism Passage – Photo Points Take a photo of the barrier before and after project implementation (either replacement or removal). Pre – Project
Placement of boulders for habitat Channel Stabilization 584 Creation of habitat (length) Open Channel 582 Streambank and Shoreline Protection 580 Channel Stabilization 584 Creation of alcove or backwater habitat Open Channel 582 Pond 378 Removal of levee or dike restricting stream access to floodplain (length). Open Channel 582 Streambank and Shoreline Protection 580 Channel Stabilization 584 Improvement or protection of a Spring critical to inland fishes habitat Fence 382 Use Exclusion 472 Fish Passage Supporting Practices Remove objects from stream to allow for fish passage and habitat improvement/access Aquatic Organism Passage Access Road 560 Stream Crossing 578 Obstruction Removal 500 Clearing and Snagging 326 Removal of berm restricting passage (length). Aquatic Organism Passage Access Road 560 Stream Crossing 578 Obstruction Removal 500 Clearing and Snagging 326 Riparian Vegetation Improvement Supporting Practices Increase buffer width Riparian Herbaceous Buffer 390 Riparian Forest Buffer 391 Tree/Shrub Establishment 612 Fence 382 Use Exclusion 472 Increase buffer diversity Riparian Herbaceous Buffer 390 Riparian Forest Buffer 391 Tree/Shrub Establishment 612 Fence 382 Use Exclusion 472 Notes: Refer to Design Engineering Drawings and Specifications in Casefile Engineer or Technician Preparing Designs: Approved: /s/ Date:
Plant Description and Collection Information Species: Koeleria macrantha Common Name: Prairie junegrass Description: Prairie junegrass is a native, perennial, cool season tufted bunchgrass found on rangelands, plains and open forestlands. It is commonly 0.5- 2 feet tall. The narrow leaves form small basal clusters from which arise several seedheads. Leaves are basal, flat to in-rolled and sharply pointed. The seedheads are narrow contracted panicles and have the appearance of dense spikes, one per stem. The spikelets are normally pale green to purplish in color. Fine hairs are found on the reproductive stem just below the seedhead. The glumes are sharp and shiny. This is one of the first grasses to green-up in the early spring. Prairie junegrass is a perennial grass of medium longevity found in a wide variety of native plant communities. Collection: Prairie junegrass flowers in to June and seed matures in July or August depending upon location and climate. Please collect available seed, preferably a full seed sample envelope to maximize the possibility of a few mature seed. If collections are made from different locations, please keep the collections in separate envelops. Seed collections need to be dry prior to sending. Send seed packets along with completed form to Manhattan Plant Materials Center, 3800 South 20th Street, Manhattan, Kansas 66502-9535.
Resource Concern Assessment Resource Concern Minimum Treatment Level Does this meet the minimum treatment Before Plan? Describe or attach evaluation Does this meet the minimum treatment After Plan Implementation? Describe or attach evaluation Comments SOILQUALITY Soil Erosion - Sheet, rill, Soil loss per RUSLE2 is < T + 1 ton Attach RUSLE2 Printout for each field Attach RUSLE2 Printout for each field SOILQUALITY Soil Erosion - Wind erosion Soil Loss per WEPS is < T + 1 ton Attach WEPS Printout for each field Attach WEPS Printout for each field SOIL EROSION – Concentrated flow erosion Concentrated flow erosion is stabilized. Describe fields with the problem: Describe fields with the problem: WATER QUALITY WIN-PST Hazard Rating Intermediate rating and above requires mitigation. See Agronomy Technical Note No. 5: Pest Management in the Conservation Planning Process Attach WIN-PST soil/interaction hazard rating printout for each field (attach only if a hazard rating of intermediate or higher): Attach WIN-PST soil interaction hazard rating printout for each field (attach only if a hazard rating of intermediate or higher): AIR QUALIT -Drift -Volatilization -- Volatile Organic compound (VOC) emission Pesticide applicator should follow the labor instructions and warnings that prevent drift. VOC nonattainment areas must reduce emission by 20%. Describe and/or attach supporting document: Describe and/or attach supporting document Other resource concerns (Describe): Describe: Describe:
Planned Conservation Practices Fields(s) Amount Planned Application Year Planned Practice(s) Planned Practice(s) – Include field location, year planned, and amount. For practices: 328, 329, 340, 344, 345, 346, 585 include the appropriate completed Jobsheet and/or Implementation Requirements found in the state eFOTG. Jobsheet or Practice Attached (Yes or NO) (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative: (Practice Code: ) – Narrative:
G Suite Tools (Sheets, Forms, Extensions & Apps) Canvas Learning Management System Additional Professional Development In addition to the Nevada Set, Go module, teachers and principals will participate in ongoing PD throughout their involvement with NR21. Below is a description of a few of the opportunities available to district leads, school administrators, coaches, and lead teachers. Locations may change based on the grantees’ locations. Event Type 17-18 School Year 18-19 School Year Locations Notes Digital Learning Summits Face-to-face Spring 2018 Spring 2019 Carson, Elko, Las Vegas Includes Leadership Track GC Educator 1 & 2) Face-to-face Fall/Winter 2018 Fall 2019 Carson, Elko, Las Vegas Includes preparation in advance of F2F testing GC Administrator Face-to-face Fall/Winter 2018 Fall 2019 Carson, Las Vegas Includes preparation in advance of F2F testing Webinars (Online) CTL Software Solution Recorded tutorials + new additions to the software package Ongoing Ongoing N/A On-demand NCLab Online, facilitated Fall '17 Ongoing N/A Ongoing series Facilitated Online Training Principal Cohort Webinar (Facilitated) Fall '18 (9x/year) Fall '19 (9x/year) N/A PLC Facilitated Online Courses Delivered Through Canvas * WeVideo & the 21C Learner Online, facilitated course TBD HyperDocs & the 21C Learner Online, facilitated course TBD Leveraging Online Tools for the 21C Learner: Communication & Critical Thinking Online, facilitated course TBD Leveraging Online Tools for the 21C Learner: Collaboration and Creativity Online, facilitated course TBD
Native Grasses, Legumes and Forbs 6 12 1/ In continuously grazed systems or systems with only 2 or 3 paddocks, the stop grazing height should be at least one inch taller than in larger rotated systems. 2/ Overwintering heights are ideally not reached until forages have become dormant. Grazing and or mechanical harvest will be deferred until the forages are well established. Rest periods will be a minimum of 60 days between grazing periods. More paddocks and or additional use of temporary fencing aids extending the rest periods. Longer deferments are recommended. Additional Documentation Requirements for INDIANA In addition to the documentation requirements specified in the National job sheet E512139Z3 the following additional documentation requirements apply in Indiana: Certified seed tags are required. A grazing plan with planned deferments for wildlife. A copy of the IN WHEG for Pasture documenting current and planned conditions. Documentation of wildlife species of concern. Notes and comments on this National Enhancement: The Indiana livestock forage balance sheet will be used.
E399137X Additional Criteria for INDIANA In additon to the criteria specified in the National job sheet E399137X the following additional criteria apply in Indiana: The Indiana (IN) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Seeding Tool using Field Office Technical guide (FOTG) Standard (327) Conservation Cover or (612) Tree and Shrub planting will be used when developing a planting list for the buffer around the pond. IN FOTG Standard (645) Upland Wildlife Habitat Management, and IN Biology Technical Note: Upland Wildlife Management contain information on species selection, specific wildlife needs, and a list of tree and shrub species and their benefits for specific wildlife. Control annual as often as needed, not to exceed three years post-planting, using mowing, spot treatments of herbicides, prescribed burning, or other until the perennial planted species are established. Once the planting is established, management activities that disturb cover or ground surface will not be performed from April 1 through August 1 to protect the primary nesting period for ground-nesting bird species. In areas with endangered or threatened snakes (Northern Copperbelly water snake, Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake, Kirtland’s Snake) management activities will not be performed from April 1 through October 31. Where applicable, follow IN FOTG Standard (472) Access Control and IN FOTG Standard (382) Fencing for guidance on protecting the pond from livestock, machinery, and people. Consider consulting a IDNR Fisheries biologist, or private fisheries biologist for pond management. If winterkill is a concern, mechanical water aerating equipment, with capacities of 100 gallons per minute per acre-foot, can be used. Additional Documentation Requirements for INDIANA In additon to the documentation requirements specified in the National job sheet E399137X the following additional documentation requirements apply in Indiana:
E595116Z Additional Criteria for INDIANA Requirements for “High Level IPM” include: REQUIRED - Monitoring technique, including intensive crop scouting (i.e. during planting/emergence, mid-season and late season and pre-harvest evaluation). Follow economic threshold levels, as referenced in a Purdue Extension/scientific publication, or a predicted threat by Purdue University Specialists, for ALL pesticide applications. REQUIRED - Insecticide seed treatment on soybeans is only to be used if an early season infestation by seed/seedling feeder insects are identified by scouting, past infestations are common to a field or a problematic management scenario is used. Refer to Purdue Extension Publication: “Soybean Insect Control Recommendations – current year” In addition to the two previous REQUIRED items, to obtain the minimum mitigation score of ≥ 45 for the identified environmental risk, refer to . At least one item from Table 1 (IPM Techniques) AND one item from Table 2 (Conservation Practices) must be used to meet the minimum mitigation score of ≥ 45. Reminder: these items are in addition to the two previous REQUIRED items. CONSIDERATION - use the 250 or 500 rate insecticide seed treatment on corn, if available, unless an early season infestation by seed/seedling feeder insects are identified by scouting, past infestations are common or a field or problematic management scenario is used. Refer to Purdue Extension Publication: “Corn Insect Control Recommendations – current year” (continued on next page)
Fire and Explosion Upon discovery of a fire, if it cannot be easily extinguished: Activate the fire alarm, and Evacuate the building. Upon getting to safety: Call 911. In case of a fire or explosion, any building occupant may activate the fire alarm. Evacuate the building immediately. The signal for evacuation is sounding of the fire alarm. When the evacuation order is sounded, all occupants will leave the building at the nearest or assigned exit and meet outside the building at the designated area. When evacuating due to fire, occupants will close all windows and doors if time permits and it is safe to do so. DO NOT LOCK DOORS. All occupants should report to the designated “safe area” outside the building. The designated area for this office is at least 100 feet from the building. See Attachment B for designated safe area. Wait for the Fire Department to arrive. Wait for a designated official to authorize re-entry into the building. Use common sense. PERSONAL SAFETY IS FIRST. Protect the safety of human life. DO NOT ENDANGER YOURSELF OR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS. Fire Prevention Many of the nation’s office building fires could be prevented and loss minimized if employees followed simple on-the-job fire safety practices. In the event of fire, a safe and speedy response depends on how well employees are prepared for emergencies. Listed below are safety measures we all can follow to ensure a fire proof work environment: Post building evacuation and provide fire drill evacuation training a minimum of once a year at your building site for all employees. Learn the location of alternative exits from all work areas.
Part 650, the Engineering Field Handbook, was specifically written to compile information typically utilized by field technicians. 650 – Engineering Handbook (formerly Engineering Field Manual) Chpt 1 – Engineering Surveys Chpt 2 – Estimating Runoff Chpt 3 – Hydraulics Chpt 4 – Elementary Soils Engineering Chpt 5 – Preparation of Engineering Plans Chpt 6 – Structures Chpt 7 – Grassed Waterways and Outlets Chtp 8 – Terraces Chpt 9 – Diversions Chpt 10 – Gully Treatment Chpt 11 – Ponds and Reservoirs Chpt 12 – Springs and Wells Chpt 13 – Wetland Restoration, Enhancement, or Creation Chpt 14 – Water Management (Drainage) Chpt 15 – Irrigation Chpt 16 – Streambank and Shoreline Protection Chpt 18 – Soil Bioengineering for Upland Slope Protection and Erosion Reduction Chpt 19 – Hydrology Tools for Wetland Determinations Minnesota NRCS has issued state-specific supplements to several Parts of the NEH. The supplements can be found on the NRCs Minnesota Homepage by selecting Topics/Technical Resources/Engineering/Engineering Manuals and Handbooks/Title 210 – Engineering – National Engineering Handbook.
Overview of Key Policy Documents for Field Engineering: GENERAL MANUAL (GM) Titles and Parts: Title 190 - Ecological Sciences Part 405 - Comprehensive Nutrient Management Title 450 - Technology Part 401 – Technical Guides Subpart B – Conservation Practice Standards Part 407 – Documentation, Certification, and Spot Checking SECONDARY MANUALS Titles and Parts: Title 180 – Conservation Planning and Application Part 500 – Operation and Maintenance Subpart G – Operation and Maintenance Title 210 – Engineering National Engineering Manual Part 501 – Authorizations Part 505 - Non-NRCS Engineering Services Part 531 – Geology Title 440 – Programs Part 504 – Technical Service Provider Assistance HANDBOOKS Titles and Parts: Title 180 – Conservation Planning and Application Part 600 – National Planning Procedures Handbook Title 210 – Engineering National Engineering Handbook Part 645 – Construction Inspection Part 650 – Engineering Field Handbook Part 651 – Agricultural Waste Management Field Handbook