Will the project remove habitat ( e.g. , hardwood stand) for nesting and migratory birds?
(VanSant Comment #20060421-05039) The impact specific to each parcel of land depends on the location of the ROW, which company representatives will discuss with landowners. Resource report 3 describes rare, unique or otherwise significant habitats that might be affected by the planned project. Will the project impact rare and endangered species such as the Oglethorpe oak, Broad River burrowing crayfish, bald eagle, Pink Lady slipper, and granite Whitlow grass? (Bennett Comment #20060424-05051) EEC will follow the Commission’s regulations for documenting compliance with the Endangered Species Act at 18 C.F.R. ยง 380.13. top Will the project cross through rare species of vegetation, such as the Allegheny chinquapin shrub? (VanSant Comment #20060421-05039) EEC will consult with state and federal environmental agencies to identify threatened and endangered species and critical habitat in the project area. EEC will also conduct surveys to determine specific communities of species of special
