RestorationandManagementofRareorDecliningHabitats：643恢復(fù)和管理稀有或下降棲息地

1、New Mexico Service CenterRESTORATION & MANAGEMENT OF RARE OR DECLINING HABITATConservation Practice Job Sheet 643Client/Landowner: Date Planned: Project Location:T-, R-, S-County: Field/Site ID: USDA Program: Contract #: Project Acres: Practice Purpose: 1 To restore rare or declining habitats to

2、 their original or usable, functioning condition, and 2 to enhance their functioning condition; specifically to improve biodiversity (which will improve habitat for associated fish and wildlife species).RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT PLANI. Project Goals and ObjectivesLandowner/Client's Goals and Ob

3、jectives (describe): This project will restore and manage the following rare or declining habitat (select all which apply): Chihuahuan Semi-Desert Grassland Intermountain Basins Big Sagebrush Shrubland Madrean Encinal and Pine-Oak/Conifer-Oak Forest & Woodland Western Great Plains Sandhill Sageb

4、rush Shrubland Western Great Plains Shortgrass Prairie Rocky Mountain Alpine-Montane Wet Meadow Rocky Mountain Montane Mixed Conifer Forest and Woodland Riparian Habitat and Streams Wetland: Marsh/Cienega/Spring/Seep/Depression Playas and Xeric RiparianII. Species Benefited If targeting a wildlife s

5、pecies or guild, attach a copy of the WHEG (as applicable).This project will provide habitat for (identify species/guild): § Project is within the targeted species' distribution range (yes, no, N/A): § Project area is capable of supporting the desired habitats (yes, no): Notes: III. Ba

6、seline InventoryA baseline (pre-treatment) assessment will be evaluated and documented to assist in conservation plan development and for comparison with post-treatment conditions. Describe the baseline condition: Ensure the description is adequately defined at the appropriate scale with enough deta

7、il to implement this practice.Soil Type(s): Elevation (ft): Slope (%): Kind of Slope: Avg. Precipitation (in): IV. Site PotentialEvidence shows that the site once supported, or currently supports, the above identifed rare or declining habitat? Describe the potential (or limitation) the site has for

8、restoration:Notes: V. Habitat Restoration and ManagementDescribe the actions, or facilitating/supporting NRCS practices, planned to restore the habitat. Describe the management actions that will further enhance the habitat.Describe the Action (if applicable, include the NRCS Practice Name/Code)Plann

9、ed ExtentPlanned DateApplied ExtentApplied DateVI. Operation & Maintenance (O&M)The following actions shall be carried out to ensure that this practice functions as intended throughout its expected life. § Check the site at regular intervals, or during critical periods, to ensure that t

10、he practice is functioning as intended.When to Check: What to Check:§ Anticipated Maintenance: § If damages are identified or the practice is not functioning as intended, contact NRCS for assistance.§ Refer to any Facilitating or Supporting Practices job sheets for O&M related to

11、those practices. VII. Habitat Monitoring The following actions shall be carried out to ensure that this practice has the intended effects on the targeted wildlife or habitat.Monitoring is necessary and appropriate (yes, no, not required): Method: Level of Complexity/Intensity (high, med. low): Acres

12、 to be Monitored: Practice Approval (requires Job Approval Authority as specified in the General Manual, NM180-480) I verify that this job sheet, as completed, conforms to the 643 standard and specification and provides clear recommendations. _, date_ Authorized NRCS RepresentativeLandowner/Client A

13、cknowledgement and ApprovalI have received a copy of the job sheet and understand the contents and requirements. I provide approval of the plan, and I am willing to maintain the practice in order to achieve proper performance for the practice's lifespan. _, date_ Landowner/Client Signature Pract

14、ice Completion (requires Job Approval Authority as specified in the General Manual, NM180-480)I have made an on-site inspection and determined that the completed job conforms to the job sheet, standard, and specification. _, date _ Authorized NRCS Representative New MexicoRESTORATION & MANAGEMEN

15、T OF RARE OR DECLINING HABITAT 643Optional Form - Operation & Maintenance Record - Management RecordClient/Landowner: Date Planned: Project Location:T-, R-, S-County: Field/Site ID: USDA Program: Contract #: Project Acres: Operation & Maintenance (O&M)Includes normal repetitive activitie

16、s in the application and use of the practice (operation) and repair and upkeep of the practice (maintenance). Refer to the 643 Job Sheet for NRCS recommended or required O&M actions. Use this optional form to record the activities.Date of ActionDescription of O&M ActionHabitat MonitoringMonitoring evaluates the effect the practice is having on the targeted wildlife or the habitat quality. Refer to the 643 Job Sheet for NRCS recommended or required monitoring actions. Use this opt