Northwest Area Committee JUNE 2017

SAMISH RIVER Geographic Response Plan (SAMR-GRP)

SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017

SAMISH RIVER Geographic Response Plan

(SAMR-GRP)

June 2017

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Spill Response Contact Sheet

Required Notifications for Oil Spills & Hazardous Substance Releases Federal Notification ‐ National Response Center (800) 424‐8802* State Notification ‐ Washington Emergency Management Division (800) 258‐5990*

‐ Other Contact Numbers ‐ U.S. Coast Guard Washington State Sector Puget Sound (206) 217‐6200 Dept Archaeology & Historic Preservation (360) 586‐3065 ‐ Emergency / Watchstander (206) 217‐6001* Dept of Ecology ‐ Command Center (206) 217‐6002* ‐ Headquarters (Lacey) (360) 407‐6000 ‐ Incident Management (206) 217‐6214 ‐ NW Regional Office (Bellevue) (425) 649‐7000

13th Coast Guard District (800) 982‐8813 ‐ Bellingham Field Office (360) 715‐5200

National Strike Force (252) 331‐6000 Dept of Fish and Wildlife (360) 902‐2200 ‐ Pacific Strike Team (415) 883‐3311 ‐ Emergency HPA Assistance (360) 902‐2537* ‐ Oil Spill Team (360) 534‐8233* U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Dept of Health (800) 525‐0127 Region 10 – Spill Response (206) 553‐1263* ‐ Drinking Water (800) 521‐0323 ‐ Washington Ops Office (360) 753‐9437 Dept of Natural Resources (360) 902‐1064 ‐ RCRA / CERCLA Hotline (800) 424‐9346 ‐ After normal business hours (360) 556‐3921 ‐ Public Affairs (206) 553‐1203 Dept of Transportation (360) 705‐7000 State Parks & Recreation Commission (360) 902‐8613 National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration State Patrol ‐ District 7 (360) 654‐1204* Scientific Support Coordinator (206) 526‐6829 Weather (NWS Seattle) (206) 526‐6087 Tribal Contacts Samish Indian Nation (360) 293‐6404 Other Federal Agencies Upper Skagit Indian Tribe (360) 854‐7090 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (360) 534‐9313* U.S. Department of Interior (503) 326‐2489 Industry Contacts BNSF (Service Interruption Desk) (817) 352‐2832* Response Contractors (OSRO & PRC) BP Olympic Pipeline (888) 271‐8880* Global Diving and Salvage (206) 623‐0621* Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Pipeline (888) 876‐6711* Marine Spill Response Corporation (425) 252‐1300* NRC Environmental Services (800) 337‐7455* Local Government City of Sedro‐Woolley Spill Response (360) 855‐0771 Skagit County Sheriff (360) 416‐1911 * Contact Numbers staffed 24‐hour/day Whatcom County Sheriff (360) 778‐6600

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Before you print this document

Chapter 4 with appendices (pages 27-132) and Appendix 6A (pages 145-147) of this document are provided in “landscape” page orientation; all other chapters and appendices are oriented in “portrait.” The appendices in Chapter 4 (pages 63-132) have been designed for duplex printing (front and back side of paper), “open to top” configuration.

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Purpose and Use of this Plan

This Geographic Response Plan (GRP) constitutes the federal and state on-scene coordinators’ orders during the initial phase of an oil spill response in the planning area. It’s meant to aid the response community during the initial phase of an oil spill, from the time a spill occurs until a Unified Command is established. The plan prioritizes tactical response strategies based on locations where spills might occur, and the proximity and relative priority of those locations to sensitive natural, cultural, and economic resources. By using this document it’s hoped that immediate and proper action can be taken to reduce oil’s impact on sensitive resources.

5 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Record of Changes

Name of Person Date Change Number Summary of Changes Making Change

6 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 – Introduction ...... 11

1.1 GRP Chapters and Appendices ...... 12

1.2 Geographic Response Plan Development Process ...... 12

1.3 Standardized Response Language ...... 13

1.4 Terminology and Definitions ...... 13

APPENDIX 1A – Comments, Corrections, or Suggestions ...... 15

CHAPTER 2 – Site Description ...... 17

2.1 Chapter Introduction ...... 17

2.2 Physical Features ...... 17

2.3 Hydrology ...... 18

2.4 Climate and Winds ...... 19

2.5 Tides and Currents ...... 20

2.6 Risk Assessment ...... 20

2.7 References ...... 23

CHAPTER 3 – Response Options and Considerations ...... 25

CHAPTER 4 – Response Strategies and Priorities ...... 27

4.1 Chapter Introduction ...... 29

4.1.1 On-site Considerations ...... 29

4.1.2 Historical River Flow Ranges ...... 32

4.2 Area Overview Maps ...... 34

4.3 Strategy and Response Priorities ...... 40

4.3.1 General Response Priorities ...... 40

4.3.2 Strategy Priorities based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points ...... 40

4.4 Sector Maps (Strategy Locations) ...... 50

4.5 Matrices ...... 52

4.5.1 Naming Conventions (Short Names) ...... 52

4.5.2 Response Strategy Matrices ...... 53 7 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017

4.5.3 Notification Strategy Matrices ...... 59

4.5.4 Staging Area Matrices...... 60

4.5.5 Boat Launch Matrices ...... 61

APPENDIX 4A – Response Strategy 2-Pagers ...... 63

APPENDIX 4B – Notification Strategy 2-Pagers ...... 117

APPENDIX 4C – Staging Area 2-Pagers ...... 121

APPENDIX 4D – Boat Launch 2-Pagers ...... 127

CHAPTER 5 – (Reserved) ...... 133

CHAPTER 6 – Resources at Risk ...... 135

6.1 Chapter Introduction ...... 135

6.2 Natural Resources at Risk - Summary ...... 136

6.2.1 General Resource Concerns ...... 137

6.2.2 Specific Geographic Areas of Concern ...... 139

6.3 Cultural Resources at Risk - Summary ...... 140

6.3.1 Discovery of Human Skeletal Remains ...... 141

6.3.2 Procedures for the Discovery of Cultural Resources ...... 141

6.4 Economic Resources at Risk Summary ...... 142

6.5 General Information ...... 142

6.5.1 Flight restriction zones ...... 142

6.5.2 Wildlife Deterrence ...... 142

6.5.3 Oiled Wildlife ...... 143

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8 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 3-1: Response Options and Considerations area ...... 26

Figure 4-1: Mean Monthly Discharge Measurements for Samish River and Friday Creek ...... 33

Figure 4-2: Response Strategy Locations ...... 35

Figure 4-3: Notification Strategy Locations ...... 36

Figure 4-4: Staging Area Locations ...... 37

Figure 4-5: Boat Launch Locations ...... 38

Figure 4-6: Potential Oil Spill Origin Point Locations ...... 39

Figure 4-7: Sector Map SAMR-1...... 50

Figure 4-8: Sector Map SAMR-2...... 51

Figure 6-1: Samish River Specific Geographic Areas of Concern ...... 140

9 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 LIST OF TABLES

Table 4-1: Water Speed Drift Measurement Table ...... 31

Table 4-2: Historical Streamflow for the Samish River ...... 32

Table 4-3: SAMR-A (BNSF Bridge at Samish River ~SAMR-28.1) ...... 42

Table 4-4: SAMR-B (Highway 9 Bridge ~SAMR-20.9) ...... 43

Table 4-5: SAMR-C (Highway 9 at Swede Creek ~SWDC-3.9/SAMR-12.8) ...... 44

Table 4-6: SAMR-D (Lake Samish Bridge ~LKSAM-0.5/6.9) ...... 45

Table 4-7: SAMR-E (Silver Creek at I-5 ~SLVRC-1.2/LKSAM-1.1)...... 46

Table 4-8: SAMR-F (Friday Creek at I-5 ~FRIC-9.1) ...... 47

Table 4-9: SAMR-G (Thomas Creek at Kelleher Rd ~THOM-3.5/SAMR-8.4) ...... 48

Table 4-10: SAMR-H (Samish River at Chuckanut ~SAMR-6.5) ...... 49

Table 6-1: SAMR-GRP Cultural Resource Contacts ...... 141

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CHAPTER 1 Introduction

This plan focuses on sensitive resource protection after an oil spill on or near the water occurs. It serves as the federal and state on-scene-coordinators’ orders during the initial phase of an oil spill response in the planning area. It has been approved by Regional Response Team 10 and the Chairs and Co-Chairs of the Northwest Area Committee. Geographic Response Plans (GRPs) are living documents that can be revised at any time based on new information from comments and lessons learned from drills and spills. These changes are typically reflected as interim updates on the website for each GRP until they are fully incorporated into the plan during a future update. We value your input and hope that you’ll let us know how the plan might be improved. Please submit comments online at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/Comment. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] or submitted by mail using the form and information provided in the appendix of this chapter.

The Samish River GRP planning area (SAMR-GRP) encompasses approximately 102 square miles, and boarders the San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound GRP to the west, and the Lower Skagit River GRP to the south. From a point on the Samish River about 4 miles upstream of Samish Bay, the planning area extends northeastward about 24 miles, across the Interstate 5 and Highway 9 corridors, to a point just upstream from the community of Saxon. The planning area also follows Friday Creek from its confluence with the Samish River, northward along the Interstate 5 corridor for about 13 miles, to Lake Samish. All of Lake Samish is included in this planning area. The planning area resides within Water Resource Inventory Area Nooksack (WRIA 1) and Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3). The communities of Alger, Allen, Bow, Saxon, Sedro-Woolley, and Wickersham are located within the boundaries of this planning area, as well as the Upper Skagit Reservation, and portions of Skagit and Whatcom counties.

Additional information about the planning area, including physical features, hydrology, climate and winds, tides and currents, and oil spill risks, can be found in Chapter 2 (Site Description). Information about potential response options in the planning area can be found in Chapter 3 (Response Options and Considerations). The bulk of this plan is contained in Chapter 4 (Response Strategies and Priorities). It provides information on tactical response strategies and the order they should be implemented, based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs) and the proximity and relative priority of sensitive resources near those point locations. Area and sector maps and information on staging areas and boat launch locations are also provided in that chapter.

Control and Containment of an Oil Spill are a Higher Priority than the Implementation of GRP Response Strategies

If in the responder’s best judgment, control and containment at or near the source of a spill isn’t feasible, or if the source is controlled and contained but oil has spread out beyond initial

CHAPTER 1 11 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 containment, then the priorities laid out in Section 4.3 of this plan should take precedence until a Unified Command is formed. Oil spill response priorities, beyond those described in this plan, should rely on aerial observations and spill trajectory modeling. A booming strategy listed as a high priority in Section 4.3 would not necessarily be implemented if a spill trajectory did not warrant action in that area; however, the priority tables should be followed until oil spill trajectory information becomes available. During an incident, modifications to the deployment priorities provided in Section 4.3 of this plan may be made if approved by the Incident Commander, Unified Command, or are identified as necessary by the Environmental Unit.

The downstream movement of oil and the time it takes to mobilize response resources to deploy GRP strategies must always be considered when setting strategy implementation priorities. The strategies discussed in this plan have been designed for use with oils that float on water and may not be suitable for other petroleum products or hazardous substances. For information about non- floating oil spill response, refer to the Non-Floating Oil Spill Response Tool in the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP), Section 9412. For hazardous substance spills, refer to the NWACP, Chapter 7000. For policy on gasoline and flammable liquid spills refer to the NWACP, Section 4622.

Information meant to support initial Environmental Unit functions can be found in Chapter 6 of this plan (Resources at Risk). Chapter 6 and its appendix provide information about the type and location of natural and economic resources in the area. Specific information about the location of cultural sites in the planning area was taken into consideration in the development of this plan but, because of the confidential nature of the material, details about cultural and historic sites aren’t included in this document.

1.1 GRP CHAPTERS AND APPENDICES Chapter 1 Introduction Appendix 1A Comments, Corrections, or Suggestions Chapter 2 Site Descriptions Chapter 3 Response Options and Considerations Chapter 4 Response Strategies and Priorities Appendix 4A Response Strategies Appendix 4B Notification Strategies Appendix 4C Staging Area Locations Appendix 4D Boat Launch Locations Chapter 5 Reserved Chapter 6 Resources at Risk Appendix 6A List of Economic Resources in Area

1.2 GEOGRAPHIC RESPONSE PLAN DEVELOPMENT PROCESS GRPs are part of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan, just developed and revised separately. The plans are prepared through the efforts of, and in cooperation with, Washington Department of Ecology, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Idaho Bureau of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as well as other state and federal agencies,

CHAPTER 1 12 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 tribes, local governments, natural resource trustees, response organizations, emergency responders, and communities. GRPs are developed through workshops, field work, and meetings. Participants identify resources that may be at risk of injury from spills and work to develop oil spill response or notification strategies to reduce the chance of injury to those resources.

After compiling information on sensitive resources in the area, site visits are conducted to gather data and determine if spill response strategies near those resources should be added, modified, or deleted. In this, the anticipated effectiveness of existing strategies are reviewed, modifications made as determined necessary, potentially unsafe or ineffective strategies removed, and new strategies added to the plan. Unfortunately, the dynamics of marine and inland water environments, and the present limitations of response technology, make the development of strategies for all sensitive resource locations impracticable. A draft plan is produced after site visits are completed, and made available for public review and comment before a final version of the GRP is produced and published. A responsiveness summary is also published that addresses public comments received during the GRP update and development process.

1.3 STANDARDIZED RESPONSE LANGUAGE In order to avoid confusion in response terminology, this plan uses standard National Interagency Incident Management System, Incident Command System (NIIMS ICS) terminology.

1.4 TERMINOLOGY AND DEFINITIONS The glossary provided in Section 1910 of the NWACP and other sections of the area plan with glossaries independent of Section 1910 should be used when seeking the meaning of terms used in this plan.

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APPENDIX 1A Comments, Corrections, or Suggestions

Geographic Response Plans (GRPs) are living documents that can be revised at any time based on new information from comments and lessons learned from drills and spills. These changes are typically reflected as interim updates on the websites for each GRP until they are fully incorporated into the plan during a future update.

We value your input and hope that you will submit comments on how this plan might be improved. If you have any questions or comments, suggestions for improvement, or find errors in this document please submit comments online at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/Comment, email them to us at [email protected], or forward them via U.S. Mail to the following agencies:

United States Environmental Protection Agency Region 10 Office of Environmental Cleanup 1200 Sixth Avenue Room ECL-116 Seattle, WA 98101

Washington State Department of Ecology Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (GRPs) P.O. Box 47600 Olympia, WA 98504-7600

The form on the following page of this attachment can be used to submit comments by mail. Contact information is requested so that we can give you a call if more information or comment clarification is needed.

Please use the GRP Field Report Form for providing information on GRP strategy field visits or the testing of response strategies. The form is available online at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/ spills/preparedness/GRP/Form-GRPFieldReport.pdf. Additional information on Geographic Response Plans is available at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/GRP.

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GRP Comment Form Mail Completed Form to:

Today’s Date: US Environmental Protection Agency Region 10 Your Name: Office of Environmental Cleanup 1200 Sixth Avenue Room ECL-116 Seattle, WA 98101 Title: Washington State Department of Ecology Company/Agency: Spills Program (GRPs) P.O. Box 47600 Address: Olympia, WA 98504-7600

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CHAPTER 2 Site Description

2.1 CHAPTER INTRODUCTION

This chapter provides an overview of the area’s physical features, hydrology, climate and winds, and tides and currents in the Samish River GRP planning area, and an oil spill risk assessment in Section 2.6. The Samish River GRP boarders the San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound GRP to the west, and the Lower Skagit River GRP to the south. From a point on the Samish River about 4 miles upstream of Samish Bay, the planning area extends northeastward about 24 miles, across the Interstate 5 and Highway 9 corridors, to a point just upstream from the community of Saxon. The planning area also follows Friday Creek from its confluence with the Samish River, northward along the Interstate 5 corridor for about 13 miles, to Lake Samish. All of Lake Samish is included in this planning area. The planning area covers about 102 square miles and resides within Water Resource Inventory Area Nooksack (WRIA 1) and Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3). The communities of Alger, Allen, Bow, Saxon, Sedro-Woolley, and Wickersham are located within the boundaries of this planning area, as well as the Upper Skagit Indian Reservation, and portions of Skagit and Whatcom counties.

2.2 PHYSICAL FEATURES

The Samish River runs approximately 28 miles from the wetlands along Highway 9 near the community of Saxon, downstream to its mouth at Samish Bay in north Puget Sound. The upper reaches of the river are in a broad, nearly flat valley east of Anderson Mountain, near the Whatcom/Skagit county line. There are dozens of small streams draining steep hills with thick forest cover, joining the river as it winds slowly through small farms and a series of densely vegetated wetlands.

Around river mile 18, Thunder Creek joins the river from the east, the slope of the valley floor steepens and the speed of the river flow increases. The valley opens up into larger agricultural areas as the river snakes through what were once known as Warner Prairie and Jarman Prairie. During the last ice age this area was underwater, and what were once islands in Puget Sound are now forested hills jutting up sharply from the valley floor. 1 One of these former islands is Butler Hill, which separates the Samish River from most of Thomas Creek, its southern tributary.

Near river mile 10, Friday Creek enters the Samish River from the north, just upstream of a Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife salmon facility. The facility has a small dam and spillway to ensure a water supply when fish are being kept in the ponds.

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Friday Creek drains Lake Samish, an 809-acre lake in Whatcom County near the Skagit County border. Located along Interstate 5 just south of Bellingham, the lake is surrounded by Chuckanut Mountain to the west and Lookout Mountain to the northeast. The lake arcs from a small deep pool at its western end, through a narrow “neck” traversed by the Lake Samish road bridge, then curves southeast to where Friday Creek drains from the southernmost point. Friday Creek begins northwest above Lake Samish on the hillside of Chuckanut Mountain, so Lake Samish is one section of Friday Creek, not its source. Many small drainage streams, most unnamed, empty into the lake from the surrounding hills. Fifteen creeks in total, including Bear, Butler, Silver, and Wildes drain into the thirteen miles of Friday Creek between Lake Samish and the Samish River.

The lower ten miles of the Samish River flow south along I-5, joining with Thomas Creek at river mile 8.5, then cut west through yet more agricultural land and the small community of Allen. There are occasionally diked banks between river miles 12 and 5, but the lower five miles are completely diked, and there is tidal influence in the lower four miles. The river heads north for its final three miles to empty into Samish Bay. The Samish River used to drain due west into Padilla Bay, but was blocked by construction of a road to Samish Island (now a peninsula) in 19322. Edison Slough, just north of the Samish River, also drains the coastal agricultural flats near the town of Bow and empties into Samish Bay at Edison. It was once a fork of the Samish River but the two were separated by the construction of flood dikes in the 1930s3.

The economy of this area is almost completely dependent on agriculture. Skagit County is America’s largest producer of bulbs for irises, daffodils and tulips. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival draws 300,000 visitors every April to the flower fields lying between the Skagit and Samish rivers. The county also produces a quarter of the world’s supply of beet and cabbage seeds, and three- quarters of the seeds for spinach grown in the United States. There is a significant amount of acreage devoted to dairy production, as well as potatoes, berries and vineyards4.

2.3 HYDROLOGY

The upper reaches of the Samish River drain the foothills of the Cascade Range and so receive more precipitation than the coastal areas. Sedro-Woolley’s weather station, a few miles south of the Samish River, has an average total annual precipitation of 46.6”, with the lowest monthly rainfall in July and August at less than two inches, and highest at 6.5” in November5. As with most of Western Washington, the rainy season is considered to begin in October and end in May or June. In non- glacially fed areas like the Samish, during the summer months the amount of water in the system drops considerably, flows decrease, and temperatures increase. Because of the agricultural nature of the Samish watershed, water levels are further drawn down by irrigation in the summer. There is one USGS station tracking velocity and river height, located at the WDFW facility at river mile 10.3. This gage shows that highest flows are from December to February, averaging about 400 to

2 Anderson 2012 http://www.samishisland.net/si_historytimeline.html 3 HSRG 2004 http://www.lltk.org/hrp-archive/pdf/hsrg/HSRG_Recommendations_Nook_Sam.pdf 4 WSU 2014 http://ext100.wsu.edu/skagit/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2014/02/WSU-Skagit-County- Agricultural-Statistics-20141.pdf 5 WRCC 2016 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa7507 CHAPTER 2 18 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017

500 cubic feet per second (cfs), with lows of 40 to 60 cfs between July and September. During summer droughts the river has dropped below 20 cfs.6 During these dry periods, some areas will not have enough depth to support boating activities on the river.

The planning area resides within Water Resource Inventory Area Nooksack (WRIA 1) and Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3).

Nooksack (WRIA 1): The Nooksack watershed comprises the western portion of Whatcom County, as well as small portions of Skagit County and British Columbia, Canada. It is bounded by Bellingham Bay and the Strait of Georgia on the west and its east side includes portions of the Cascade Mountain range, including Mt. Baker. This watershed has a mix of urban, agricultural, and rural land uses. The watershed consists of the Nooksack River, which originates in the Cascade Mountains, and its numerous tributaries. It also includes the Sumas River (tributary to the Fraser River), and coastal drainages including the Lummi River, and Dakota, California, Terrell, Squalicum, Whatcom, Padden, and Chuckanut Creeks. The Nooksack River is a source of drinking water for the city of Bellingham, and several other cities in Whatcom County.7

Lower Skagit/Samish (WRIA 3): The Lower Skagit Watershed is situated in the northern part of Puget Sound east of the San Juan Islands. It comprises the western part of Skagit County and small portions of Snohomish and Whatcom Counties. Fidalgo, Guemes, Cypress and other smaller offshore islands are also included in the WRIA 3 watershed. In addition to the Skagit River and its delta, the watershed includes Lake Samish and the Samish River watersheds. Water from the Skagit River basin supports a robust agricultural economy, hydroelectric generation and growing cities and towns.8

2.4 CLIMATE AND WINDS

The temperatures in the Samish area remain mild year round, with average winter lows above freezing, and highs in the low-to-mid 70s from June to September. Sedro-Woolley records between 1 and 3 inches of snowfall on average in the winter months, but no accumulation.9

Winds near Sedro-Woolley tend easterly, switching towards the southeast in the summer and northeast in winter, usually staying below 2 mph but with gusts reaching 40 to 60 mph during spring and winter storms.10 The winds on Lake Samish tend to blow north or northeast in the winter. Skagit County has experienced several major windstorms, typically between November and February, with wind gusts reaching 90 mph. In December 1996 and January of 1997, one of these

6 USGS http://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/inventory/?site_no=12201500 7 WA Dept. of ECY 2012 https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/1111006.pdf 8 ECY 2014 https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/1111008.pdf 9 WRCC 2016 http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa7507 10 NOAA http://www.ci.sedro-woolley.wa.us/Home/weather/noaa/NOAAPRYR.TXT CHAPTER 2 19 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 windstorms was accompanied by heavy snowfall of three to five feet, collapsing roofs of homes, warehouses and marinas. Another combined wind and snowstorm in December 2007 caused landslides in eastern Skagit County.11

2.5 TIDES AND CURRENTS

The tidal influence on the Samish ends at river mile 4, at the downstream edge of the planning area. The tides may still impact the river up to river mile 7 by slowing the speed of flow during an incoming tide, and king tides during low summer flows will have effects further inland than usual.

The currents on Lake Samish tend to flow slowly towards the drainage at the southern end of the lake into Friday Creek. In the summer, lake levels will drop alongside precipitation levels. On Friday Creek at the Nulle Road Bridge, a combination of steel beams and removable wood planks controls stream flow and guides fish into a trap installed seasonally between the planks. Friday Creek has a minimum instream flow of 2 cubic feet per second (cfs), so planks may be removed to drain the lake faster if that minimum is not met. This sudden drainage will increase the speed of the lake current headed south, and quickly affect lake levels.

2.6 RISK ASSESSMENT

The Samish River area is plentiful in natural, cultural, and economic resources, all at risk of injury from oil spills. Potential oil spill risks include, but are not limited to, road transportation, rail transportation, oil pipelines, aircraft, recreational boating, and other oil spill risks. This section briefly discusses these risks and how they could impact the GRP planning area.

Oil Types: Both refined petroleum products and crude oil are transported in bulk within this planning area.

Crude oil and refined products contain a mix of hydrocarbons with varying properties; different types of crude oil and refined products will behave differently when spilled. Recent changes in oil production have led to an increase in the movement of Bakken light crude transported through the planning area via rail, and diluted bitumen from Canada transported through the planning area via pipeline and, to a lesser extent, rail.

Crude oil from the Bakken fields in North Dakota has properties similar to gasoline or diesel, and poses a higher risk of fire because much of it will evaporate quickly into flammable vapors. Unlike gasoline, the heavier hydrocarbons in the crude will persist in the environment after the light ends evaporate or burn. Bitumen from the oil sands in Alberta, Canada, is heavy, almost asphalt-like, until it is mixed with lighter oil products known as diluents to create diluted bitumen. Once mixed, the diluted bitumen will initially float on water after being spilled. Environmental conditions, such as the density of the receiving waters and sediment load of the receiving waters, will affect how long diluted bitumen

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floats. As the light diluents evaporate, the remaining heavy constituents may sink into the water column.12 There are specific response actions recommended for non-floating oils, detailed in the Non-Floating Oil Spill Response Tool in the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP), Section 9412.

Road Systems: Vehicle traffic on roadways pose an oil spill risk in areas where they run adjacent to shorelines, or cross over lakes, rivers, creeks, and ditches that drain into the Samish River. In the lower Samish area most roads are low-speed roads connecting farm communities, although Chuckanut Drive is a popular scenic route between Bellingham and Mount Vernon. Interstate 5 carries West Coast traffic between Canada and Mexico and poses the most significant risk of highway spills, due to the frequency of large tanker trucks carrying a number of fuel types. State Highway 9 does not have the traffic capacity of I-5 but is more convenient to move fuel between smaller upland communities. Highway 9 starts in Sedro-Woolley and leads due north, following the upper reaches of the Samish River starting around river mile 19 and continuing past the headwaters. Highway 9 continues north through central Whatcom County to the Canadian border and beyond, so there is potentially high use by logging trucks and local fuel trucks serving the inland communities in the area. A vehicle spill onto one of these bridges or roadways can cause fuel or oil to flow from hardened surfaces into the Samish River or its tributaries. Commercial trucks can contain hundreds to thousands of gallons of fuel and oil, especially fully loaded tank trucks, and may carry almost any kind of cargo, including hazardous waste or other materials that might injure sensitive resources if spilled. Smaller vehicle accidents pose a risk as well, a risk commensurate to the volume of fuel and oil they carry.

Rail Transportation and Facilities: Rail companies transport oil via both unit trains and manifest trains in this area. Unit trains include: up to four locomotives, buffer cars, and 118 loaded tank cars transporting oil in 714-barrel (29,998 gallon) capacity USDOT-approved tank cars. Manifest trains include: up to four locomotives, a mix of non-oil merchandise cars, and one or more 714-barrel (29,998 gallon) capacity USDOT-approved tank cars carrying refined oil products, such as diesel, lubrication oil, or gasoline. These trains may include emptied tank cars, each with residual quantities of up to 1,800 gallons of crude oil or petroleum products. Every train locomotive typically holds a few hundred gallons of engine lubrication oil, plus saddle tanks that each have an approximate capacity of 5,000 gallons of diesel fuel. Manifest trains may also transport biological oils and non-petroleum chemicals. Unit trains carrying crude currently operate on specific routes. Unit trains carrying crude from the Bakken Formation in North Dakota enter Washington State near Spokane, continue along the Columbia River to Vancouver, and then head north along I-5. This main rail line enters Skagit County from the south near I-5 and meets a junction just south of the planning area in the City of Burlington, about three miles southwest of Sedro-Woolley.

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Here, the tracks split into thirds. Unit trains deliver crude to the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes along the rail spur leading west from Burlington along State Highway 20. The remaining loaded trains remain on the Bellingham line and continue north out of the planning area. Unit trains of Canadian diluted bitumen are also transported south through the planning area on these tracks, heading to Tacoma. The third line is the Sumas subdivision, which also splits from the main tracks in Burlington, follows Highway 20 east along the Skagit River through Sedro-Woolley, and then parallels Highway 9 north to Canada. Unit trains are not currently transported on these tracks.

BNSF owns nearly all commercial railroad track within the Samish River GRP area. In Wickersham, near the headwaters of the Samish River, a local short line provides historic steam engine rides and tours to Lake Whatcom as part of a railroad museum. These historic engines pose a risk of spills commensurate to the amount of petroleum oils they carry for steam generation or engine lubrication. 13

Oil Pipelines: There are two pipelines carrying petroleum products through the Samish River area: the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline, importing crude oil from Canada, and the BP Olympic Pipeline, distributing gasoline, diesel and jet fuel from the refineries at Cherry Point and Ferndale.

The Trans Mountain Puget Sound pipeline system is operated by Kinder Morgan Canada. It carries crude oil products via the Trans Mountain pipeline from Abbotsford, British Columbia, for delivery to four refineries in Whatcom and Skagit counties in Washington State. The system capacity is approximately 180,000 barrels (7.5 million gallons) per day.

The BP Olympic Pipeline travels 400 miles from the Cherry Point refinery northwest of Bellingham to Portland, Oregon, with additional input lines from the refineries at Phillips 66 Ferndale, Tesoro Anacortes, and Shell Anacortes. It delivers product to terminals at Harbor Island in Seattle, SeaTac airport, and Tacoma before exporting 1.3 billion gallons per year across the Columbia River to Oregon.

Aircraft: There are no airports within the planning area; however, seaplanes and floatplanes use Lake Samish as a landing site14. Most seaplanes carry about 20 gallons of gasoline or aviation fuel. The potential exists for seaplane failures to occur during takeoffs or landings, failures that could result in an oil spill on Lake Samish, Friday Creek, or tributary streams.

Recreational Boating: Lake Samish is the only location in the planning area where recreational boating poses a notable risk of oil spills. Accidents involving recreational watercraft on Lake Samish have the potential to result in spills of a few to several dozen gallons of gasoline or diesel fuel. Examples of such accidents might include recreational

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vessel collisions, allisions, groundings, fires, sinking, or explosions. There are no boat launches on the Samish River and it’s not common for motorized boats to frequent the river in large numbers.

Other Spill Risks: Other potential oil spill risks in the area include fuel storage areas (including waste oil storage), road run-off during rain events, on-shore or near shore activities where heavy equipment is being operated or stored, and the migration of spilled oil through soil on lands adjacent to the river or its tributary streams.

2.7 REFERENCES

Andersen, E. (Ed.). (2012). A timeline of Samish Island history. Retrieved from: http://www.samishisland.net/si_historytimeline.html

Hatchery Scientific Review Group (HSRG) – Lars Mobrand (chair), John Barr, Lee Blankenship, Don Campton, Trevor Evelyn, Tom Flagg, Conrad Mahnken, Robert Piper, Paul Seidel, Lisa Seeb and Bill Smoker. (2004, April). Hatchery reform: Principles and recommendations of the HSRG – Nooksack/Samish Rivers. Long Live the Kings, 1305 Fourth Avenue, Suite 810, Seattle, WA 98101. Retrieved from: http://hatcheryreform.us/hrp_downloads/reports/puget_sound/reviews/HSRG_Recommend ations_Nook_Sam.pdf

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2016). Spills of diluted bitumen from pipelines: A comparative study of environmental fate, effects, and response. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. Retrieved from: http://www.nap.edu/21834

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 2014 annual climatological summary for Sedro- Woolley. Retrieved from: http://www.ci.sedro- woolley.wa.us/Home/weather/noaa/NOAAPRYR.TXT(2014).

USGS Water Resources: National Water Information System. Current conditions for Washington: Streamflow. Retrieved from: http://waterdata.usgs.gov/WA/nwis/current/? type=flow ( 2017). Washington State Dept. of Ecology Spill Prevention, Preparedness and Response Program. (2016). Spills maps: Oil trains. Unit oil trains moving through Washington. Retrieved from: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/coastalatlas/storymaps/spills/spills_sm.html

Washington Dept. of Ecology, Spill Prevention, Preparedness and Response Program. (2015, March 1). Washington State 2014 marine and rail oil transportation study (Publication Number: 15- 08-010). Retrieved from: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/publications/1508010.pdf

Washington State University Skagit County Extension. Skagit County agriculture statistics 2014. (Rep.). Retrieved from: http://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/wp- content/uploads/sites/29/2014/02/WSU-Skagit-County-Agricultural-Statistics-2014.pdf(2014).

Western Region Climate Center. (2016, May 31). Monthly climate summary for Sedro Woolley, Washington. Retrieved from: http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?wa7507

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Location

CHAPTER 3 Spill Response Options and Considerations Lake Samish

Friday Creek Upper Samish Lower Samish

Rivers ● ●

Creeks ● ● ● ● Lakes ● Pool Area formed by Dam Tidally Influenced Areas ● Waterbody Wetland Area(s) ● ● ● ● Intermittent Streams (Seasonal Flow) ● ● ● ●

Source Control and Containment Activities ● ● ● ● Aerial/Vessel Surveillance Activities ● ● ● ● Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Activities ● ● ● ● Collection for Skimming Operations (Note: 1) ● ● ● ● Vessel Based Skimming Operations (Note: 2) ● Shore Based Skimming Operations (Note: 3) ● ● ● ● Shoreside Protection Booming (Note: 4) ● ● ● ● Shoreside Cleanup Activities (Note: 5) ● ● ● ● In-Situ Burning Areas not pre-approved (Note: 8) Potential Response Options Potential Response Dispersant Use Areas not pre-approved(Note: 9)

Shoreside Access can be Limited by Geography ● ● ● ● Shoreside Access can be Limited by Private Property ● ● ● ● State or National Wildlife Refuge/Recreation Area Threatened/Endangered Terrestrial Species (Note: 6) ● ● ● ●

Public or Commercial Marina(s) in Area Commercial Vessel Movement/Port Area Recreational Boat Traffic ● Tribal Lands or U and A Interests (Note: 7) ● ● ● ● Historic/Cultural District(s) in Area

Considerations Dam(s) in Area Interstate Highway Corridor ● ● ●

Oil Movement by Rail in Area ● ● Oil Pipeline(s) in Area ● ● ●

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Note 1: Collection for Skimming Operations response options should include use of enhanced skimming using a U-boom, V – boom, or J – boom configuration in waters large enough for boats to maneuver (e.g., lake, large river). Note 2: Vessel Based Skimming Operations response options should include use of advancing skimmers: weir, belt, brush, drum, or other skimmer types. Note 3: Shore Based Skimming Operations response options should include use of fixed skimmers: weir, belt, brush, drum, or other skimmer types. Note 4: Shoreline Protection should include the deployment of response strategies (boom) to divert and collect oil off the water before shoreline areas are impacted, or deflect and exclude oil away from shoreline areas. These strategies include those published in this document (GRP response strategies), those provided in other plans (e.g., facility contingency plans), and “ad-hoc” strategies developed during the spill itself. A culvert block or underflow dam might be installed to aid in the recovery of spilled oil in small streams or those with intermittent flow. Note 5: Shoreside Cleanup options depend on safe and efficient access to locations and the type of river, creek, or stream bank present. Potential activities could include flooding, flushing, manual removal, vacuum, mechanical removal, sorbents, vegetation cutting, mechanical tilling/aeration, and/or sediment reworking/surf washing. Note 6: More information available in Chapter 6. Response and cleanup in these areas may require coordination with Federal or State Fish and Wildlife staff to reduce disturbances to upland species. Note 7: This sheet does not represent all locations where Tribes and Tribal Nations have lands or areas of specific interest (including lands established by treaty or rights to Usual and Accustom areas). Early coordination with tribal governments is highly recommended during a response, regardless of the spill location or potential impact areas. Note 8: These areas are not pre- approved for the use of in-situ burning. Refer to the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for the dispersant Policy. Note 9: These areas are not pre- approved for the use of dispersants. Refer to the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for the dispersant policy. Figure 3-1: Response Options and Considerations Area

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Before you print this document

This chapter and its appendices, as well as the appendix at the end of Chapter 6, are provided in “landscape” page orientation. The detailed 2-page information sheets for response strategies, notification strategies, staging areas, and boat launch locations in appendices 4A though 4D (pages 63-132 ) have been designed for duplex printing (front and back side of paper), “open to top” configuration.

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4.1 CHAPTER INTRODUCTION

This chapter provides information on GRP response strategies and the order they should be implemented, based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs) and the proximity and relative priority of sensitive resources near those point locations. Area maps, sector maps, and information on staging areas and boat launch locations are also provided in this chapter. During a spill incident, GRP response strategies should be implemented as soon as possible. Unless circumstances unique to a particular spill situation dictate otherwise, the priority tables in Section 4.3 should be used to decide the order that GRP strategies are deployed. The downstream movement of oil and the time it takes to mobilize response resources to deploy GRP strategies must always be considered when setting implementation priorities. Information on resources at risk, sensitive areas, and flight restrictions can be found in Chapter 6 of this plan. Information on shoreline countermeasures can be found in the Northwest Area Shoreline Countermeasures Manual (NWACP Section 9420). The Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP) is available online at http://www.rrt10nwac.com/NWACP/Default.aspx.

The GRP strategies provided in this chapter have been created to reduce spilled oil’s impact on sensitive resources. They are not everything that should or could be done during a response to lessen the chance of injury to natural, cultural, and economic resources at risk from oil spills. Control and containment of an oil spill is always a higher priority than the implementation of GRP response strategies. Although designed to be implemented during the initial phase of an oil spill, GRP strategies may continue to be used throughout a response at the discretion of the Incident Commander, Unified Command, or the Environmental Unit.

4.1.1 On-site Considerations

Before Deploying a GRP Strategy (Questions to Ask)

 Are conditions safe? Response managers and responders must first determine if efforts to implement a response strategy would pose an undue risk to worker safety or the public, based on conditions present during the time of the emergency. No strategy should be implemented if doing so would threaten public safety or present an unreasonable risk to the safety of responders.

 Has initial control and containment been sufficiently achieved? Control and containment of the spill at or near the source are always higher priorities than the deployment of GRP response strategies, especially when concurrent response activities are not possible.

 How far downstream or out into the river environment is the spilled oil likely to travel before response personnel will be ready and able to deploy GRP response strategies?

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 Are permits required? Consult the Northwest Area Contingency Plan Permit Summary Table (NWACP Section 9401) for information specific to your location and circumstance.

 Will equipment or vehicles need to be staged on or near a roadway? If so, traffic control may be required. Contact the Washington State Patrol, or local, county, municipality, or tribal police for assistance. At minimum, Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) guidelines for work zone traffic control should be followed when working on or near a roadway. o Sedro-Woolley Police Department (360) 855-0111 o Skagit County Sheriff’s Office (360) 416-1911 o Upper Skagit Indian Tribe (360) 854-7090 o Washington State Patrol - District 7 (360) 654-1204 o Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office (360) 778-6600

During Strategy Implementation (Things to Remember)

 On-scene conditions (weather, currents, tides, waves, river speed, and debris) may require that strategies be modified in order to be effective. There is a significant chance that weather and conditions experienced at a particular strategy location during an actual spill event will be different from that when data was gathered during field visits. Response managers and responders must remain flexible and modify the strategies provided in this chapter as needed to meet the challenges experienced during an actual response.

 Certain strategies may call for access points or staging areas that are not easily reached at all times of the year or in all conditions.

 The GRP response strategies provided in this chapter were designed for use with persistent heavy oils that float on water and may not be suitable for other petroleum products or hazardous substances. For information about non-floating oil spill response, refer to the Non-Floating Oil Spill Response Tool in the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (NWACP), Section 9412.

After Strategy Implementation (Things to Understand)

 Oil containment boom should be maintained and periodically monitored to ensure its effectiveness. Changes in river or current speed will likely require modifications to boom deflection angles (see Table 4.1). Depending on conditions, some booming strategies may require around-the-clock tending.

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Water Speed and Boom Deflection Angle

Measure the speed that water is moving by anchoring a line with two floating markers/buoys attached that are spaced 100 feet apart. Time the movement of floating debris between the two buoys, and then use Table 4.1 to estimate the water speed based on the travel time of the debris between the two buoys. You can also measure 100 feet along a straight portion of river bank or shoreline, and time the movement of debris between those points, but this method is generally less accurate than using the buoys. The maximum boom deflection angle is also provided in the table, based on the water speed measurements.

Table 4-1: Water Speed Drift Measurement Table

Time to Max Boom Drift Deflection Boom required for Anchors needed if Placed Every 50 100 Feet Velocity Velocity Velocity Angle 100-foot Profile to Current feet (seconds) (ft/sec) (m/sec) (knots) (degrees) (feet) (number) 6 16.7 5.1 10.00 4.0 1,429 30 8 12.5 3.8 7.50 5.4 1,071 22 10 10.0 3.1 6.00 6.7 857 18 12 8.3 2.5 5.00 8.0 714 15 14 7.1 2.2 4.29 9.4 612 13 17 5.9 1.8 3.53 11.4 504 11 20 5.0 1.5 3.00 13.5 429 10 24 4.2 1.3 2.50 16.3 357 8 30 3.3 1.0 2.00 20.5 286 7 40 2.5 0.8 1.50 27.8 214 5 60 1.7 0.5 1.00 44.4 143 4 >86 ≤1.2 ≤0.35 ≤0.70 90.0 100 3 Source: Oil Spill Response in Fast Currents. A Field Guide. U.S. Coast Guard Research and Development Center. October 2001

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4.1.2 Historical River Flow Ranges Streamflow data from U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) was used to determine the mean monthly discharge for rivers and streams in the planning area. Stream discharge is recorded in cubic feet per second (cfs); velocities in miles per hour (mph) or nautical miles per hour (knots) are not available. Table 4.1 provides information that can be used to calculate local river velocities on-site, based on the time it takes a floating object to drift 100 feet downstream from any given point in a river or creek. Additional information for USGS gage stations in the planning area are provided below (hyperlinked column headers), and may include real-time or near real-time streamflow data. The USGS National Water System Mapper is useful for locating gage stations of interest, and is available online at http://maps.waterdata.usgs.gov/mapper/index.html. Ecology’s Flow Monitoring Network is available online at https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/eap/flows/regions/state.asp.

Table 4-2: Historical Streamflow for the Samish River Monthly average flow in Cubic Feet per Second (cfs)

Samish River near Burlington Friday Creek above hatchery USGS 12201500 Ecology 03C060 (data from 1943 to 2016) (data from 2005 to 2015)

Jan 523 212 Feb 430 98 Mar 358 121 Apr 296 92 May 191 80 Jun 113 33 Jul 59 14 Aug 39 8 Sep 46 11 Oct 138 43 Nov 350 149 Dec 436 149

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Figure 4-1: Mean Monthly Discharge Measurements for Samish River and Friday Creek

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4.2 AREA OVERVIEW MAPS

The following maps provide a geographic overview of the Samish River GRP. Sector maps in Section 4.4 of this chapter provide more detail on the location of response strategies, notification strategies, staging areas, boat launch locations, and Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs). Detailed information for each location can be found in the matrices of Section 4.5 or in the chapter appendices. Priority tables for potential oil spill origin points can be found in Section 4.3.2.

The following area maps are provided for reference:

 Response Strategy Locations

 Notification Strategy Locations

 Staging Area Locations

 Boat Launch Locations

 Potential Oil Spill Origin Point Locations

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Figure 4-2: Response Strategy Locations

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Figure 4-3: Notification Strategy Locations

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Figure 4-4: Staging Area Locations

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Figure 4-5: Boat Launch Locations

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Figure 4-6: Potential Oil Spill Origin Point Locations

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4.3 STRATEGY AND RESPONSE PRIORITIES

4.3.1 General Response Priorities

The following list provides the order of response priorities after an oil spill occurs in the planning area.

 Safety is always the number one priority. Do not implement GRP strategies or take actions that will unduly jeopardize public, worker, or personal safety.

 Notify local public health and safety personnel.

 Control and contain the source of the spill; mobilize resources to the spill location. Source control and containment are always a higher priority than the implementation of GRP strategies.

 Determine the priority or order GRP strategies should be implemented based on the location of the spill or affected area. Priorities based on POSOPs are included in this chapter and should be used unless the situation or circumstances dictate otherwise (see Section 4.3.2).

 As response resources become available, implement the GRP Strategies in order of priority or as necessary based on the scenario, trajectory, or conditions of the day.

 Permits may be required. Consult the Northwest Area Contingency Plan Permit Summary Table (NWACP Section 9401) for information.

4.3.2 Strategy Priorities based on Potential Oil Spill Origin Points

Potential Oil Spill Origin Points (POSOPs) are geographic locations that have a defined list of response strategy implementation priorities provided in a table within Section 4.3. The placement of each POSOP is often based on spill risks in the area. Occasionally POSOPs are generalized to ensure implementation priorities are developed throughout an entire planning area.

These points are displayed on area overview and sector maps as red boxes. In establishing priorities during a response, or selecting an appropriate POSOP, the downstream and/or tidal movement of spilled oil and the time it takes to mobilize and deploy response resources must be considered. Generally, on streams, creeks, and rivers, GRP strategies should first be implemented downstream, well beyond the furthest extent of the spill, with deployments continuing upstream towards the spill source and in some cases slightly beyond. POSOPs are alphabetically designated.

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The following tables provide the strategy implementation order for Potential Oil Spill Origin Points in the Samish River GRP: points SAMR-A through SAMR-H. The priority tables provided in this section were developed using a combination of variables, including: notification time, travel time for responders and equipment, average and seasonal flow rates, average winds, deployment time, proximity to the spill source, trustee input, the relative priority of the resources at risk, and other considerations. Because oil spilled in this planning area may be carried downstream and impact an adjacent GRP area, these priority tables include several strategies from the San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound GRP. The 2-pagers for those strategies have also been included in Appendix 4A for convenience.

Source control and containment are a higher priority than GRP strategy implementation

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Table 4-3: SAMR-A (BNSF Bridge at Samish River ~SAMR-28.1)

SAMR-A (BNSF Bridge at Samish River ~SAMR-28.1) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 SAMR-27.0 50 57 109 2 SAMR-26.9 50 57 107

3 SAMR-25.0 50 57 105 4 SAMR-19.6 51 56 103 5 SAMR-13.1 51 56 101 6 SAMR-12.9 51 56 99 7 SAMR-10.35 51 56 97 8 SAMR-10.3 51 55 95 9 SAMR-4.8 51 55 93

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Table 4-4: SAMR-B (Highway 9 Bridge ~SAMR-20.9)

SAMR-B (Highway 9 Bridge ~SAMR-20.9) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 SAMR-13.1 51 56 101 2 SAMR-12.9 51 56 99

3 SAMR-19.6 51 56 103 4 SAMR-10.3 51 55 95 5 SAMR-10.35 51 56 97 6 SAMR-4.8 51 55 93

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Table 4-5: SAMR-C (Highway 9 at Swede Creek ~SWDC-3.9/SAMR-12.8)

SAMR-C (Highway 9 at Swede Creek ~SWDC-3.9/SAMR-12.8) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 SWDC-0.1 51 58 113 2 SAMR-10.35 51 56 97

3 SAMR-10.3 51 55 95 4 SAMR-4.8 51 55 93 5 NPS-44 N/A N/A 91

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Table 4-6: SAMR-D (Lake Samish Bridge ~LKSAM-0.5/6.9)

SAMR-D (Lake Samish Bridge ~LKSAM-0.5/6.9) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 LKSAM-4.0 50 55 83 2 LKSAM-2.7 50 55 81

3 LKSAM-0.5 50 54 79 4 FRIC-9.6 50 54 77 5 FRIC-7.1 50 54 75 6 FRIC-4.5 51 54 73 7 FRIC-2.4 51 53 71

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Table 4-7: SAMR-E (Silver Creek at I-5 ~SLVRC-1.2/LKSAM-1.1)

SAMR-E (Silver Creek at I-5 ~SLVRC-1.2/LKSAM-1.1) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 LKSAM-4.0 50 55 83 2 LKSAM-2.7 50 55 81

3 LKSAM-0.5 50 54 79 4 FRIC-9.6 50 54 77 5 SLVRC-0.0 50 57 111 6 FRIC-7.1 50 54 75 7 FRIC-4.5 51 54 73 8 FRIC-2.4 51 53 71 9 FRIC-1.7 51 53 69

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Table 4-8: SAMR-F (Friday Creek at I-5 ~FRIC-9.1)

SAMR-F (Friday Creek at I-5 ~FRIC-9.1) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 FRIC-1.7 51 53 69 2 FRIC-1.3 51 53 67

3 FRIC-2.4 51 53 71 4 FRIC-4.5 51 54 73 5 FRIC-7.1 50 54 75 6 SAMR-10.3 51 55 95 7 SAMR-10.35 51 56 97 8 SAMR-4.8 51 55 93 9 NPS-44 N/A N/A 91

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Table 4-9: SAMR-G (Thomas Creek at Kelleher Rd ~THOM-3.5/SAMR-8.4)

SAMR-G (Thomas Creek at Kelleher Rd ~THOM-3.5/SAMR-8.4) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 THOM-0.7 51 58 115 2 SAMR-4.8 51 55 93

3 NPS-44 N/A N/A 91 4 NPS-42 N/A N/A 89 5 NPS-39 N/A N/A 85 6 NPS-40 N/A N/A 87

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Table 4-10: SAMR-H (Samish River at Chuckanut ~SAMR-6.5)

SAMR-H (Samish River at Chuckanut ~SAMR-6.5) Implementation Strategy Sector Strategy Strategy Priority Number Map Matrix Details 1 NPS-44 N/A N/A 91 2 SAMR-4.8 51 55 93

3 NPS-42 N/A N/A 89 4 NPS-39 N/A N/A 85 5 NPS-40 N/A N/A 87

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4.4 SECTOR MAPS (STRATEGY LOCATIONS)

Figure 4-7: Sector Map SAMR-1

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Figure 4-8: Sector Map SAMR-2

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4.5 MATRICES

4.5.1 Naming Conventions (Short Names)

Each strategy, staging area, and boat launch location in this document has been given a unique “Short Name” which includes one to six letters denoting the associated waterbody. Following the letters are numbers that specify the location. On rivers or other linear waterbodies, the location is named by river mile: the distance from the mouth of the river or creek upstream to the site location. Some short names indicate whether the site is located on river right, river left, or mid-river by an “R”, “L” or “M” after the river mile. On lakes, the numbers indicate the location by shoreline mile, typically starting at the northernmost point and increasing clockwise around the lake. In marine areas, the numbers do not have a geographic meaning. Notification strategies are indicated by an “-N” at the end of the name. Staging Areas and Boat Launches are indicated by the prefix “SA” or “BL”.

BL-LKSAM-2.7

Boat Waterbody River Launch Mile

Associated waterbody short name designations used within the Samish River GRP include:

BEARC = Bear Creek SLVRC = Silver Creek

FRIC = Friday Creek SWDC = Swede Creek

LKSAM = Lake Samish THOM = Thomas Creek

SAMR = Samish River

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4.5.2 Response Strategy Matrices Sector Strategy Strategy Strategy Boom Boat Map Details Name Location Type Length Req? Staging Area Resources At Risk Comments (Page #) (Page#) BEARC-0.1 Bear Creek Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, Fish SW corner of Samish Water 51 65 at Samish 100ft, Stage onsite, on Ladder(s), District settling ponds. May have Water Sorbent access road around Salmonids, T&E to cut fence to access site. Use District 100ft settling ponds. Species, Water waders to access opposite bank, Intakes plywood for stability in mud. Use 48.64214 caution if anchoring to trees -122.36995 (shallow roots).

FRIC-1.3 Friday Creek Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Ladder(s), Bridge is private road to 51 67 at Pomona 200ft Stage onsite at Public hatchery, close road to visitors Grange Park Pomona Grange Lands/Facilities, while deploying. Hatchery outfall Park. Raptors, Salmon is just upstream of bridge. Quiet 48.56477 (Coho, Chinook and pool-like section 30 ft -122.33283 Chum), T&E downstream from bridge Species probably best collection point.

FRIC-1.7 Friday Creek Exclusion Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, Fish Fast moving water. Heavy 51 69 Hatchery 100ft, Stage onsite at Ladder(s), Salmon vegetation and eroding shore. Intake/Fish Sorbent gravel work area. (Coho, Chinook and Logs/trees in channel may Ladder 100ft Chum), T&E prevent boom placement, if so Species, Water continue deploying sorbent and 48.57040 Intakes plywood as able. -122.33824 FRIC-2.4 Friday Creek Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Ladder(s), Follow WSDOT work zone traffic 51 71 near Daisy 100ft Stage onsite in Raptors, Riparian control guidelines when working Lane nearby yards. Lane Habitat, Salmon on or near roadway. Quiet road (KM FR-2.3) closure may be (Coho, Chinook and with some shoulder. Low lawns required. Chum), T&E on NE corner and access on all 48.57622 Species corners of bridge/creek. -122.33742

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Sector Strategy Strategy Strategy Boom Boat Map Details Name Location Type Length Req? Staging Area Resources At Risk Comments (Page #) (Page#) FRIC-4.5 Friday Creek Collection Boom No OnsiteStage onsite Fish Hatchery, Fish Butler Creek comes through 51 73 at Donovan 100ft at Donovan Park. Ladder(s), southern culvert under road, Park Salmonids, T&E then merges with Friday Creek (KM FR-4.3) Species, Water (northern culvert) 60 ft west of Intakes road. Room to deploy multiple 48.59520 parallel booms if flow is high. -122.32898

FRIC-7.1 Friday Creek Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, CRUDE OIL PIPELINE IN AREA. 50 75 at Lake 200ft, Stage onsite in Public Recreation Contact Kinder Morgan before Samish Rd Sorbent private backyard Site/Area, Salmon deploying to obtain permit. (KM FR-6.8) 200ft and gravel (Coho, Chinook and Follow WSDOT work zone traffic driveway. Lane Chum), T&E control guidelines when working 48.61926 closure may be Species, Water on or near roadway. -122.34804 required. Intakes

FRIC-9.6 Friday Creek Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, Fish Low bridge and small narrow 50 77 at Nulle Rd 200ft Stage onsite on Ladder(s), shoulder along road. Tribal fish shoulder of Nulle Salmonids, T&E gates/screen on upstream side of 48.64516 Rd. Lane closure is Species, Water bridge may impact stream flow. -122.37203 required. Intakes Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway.

LKSAM-0.5 Lake Samish Exclusion Boom Yes Remote Diving Duck PETROLEUM PIPELINE IN AREA. 50 79 Bridge 300ft Stage and launch Concentrations, Contact BP before deploying to (BP 021-1) from WDFW Lake Raptors, Salmon obtain permit Could be deployed Samish Boat Ramp (Coho, Chinook and on foot using bridge but makes 48.67080 (SA-LKSAM-2.7). Chum), Shellfish, most sense to use boat. -122.41236 T&E Species, Waterfowl

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Sector Strategy Strategy Strategy Boom Boat Map Details Name Location Type Length Req? Staging Area Resources At Risk Comments (Page #) (Page#) LKSAM-2.7 Lake Samish Collection Boom Yes OnsiteStage onsite Diving Duck Wide sand & gravel beach south 50 81 Boat Ramp 1000ft at WDFW boat Concentrations, of ramp. Heavy vegetation north Collection launch. Lake Habitat, of ramp, with much smaller Salmon (Coho, workspace. High lake level may 48.66615 Chinook and cover beach. -122.37733 Chum), Shellfish, T&E Species, Water Intakes, Waterfowl

LKSAM-4.0 Lake Samish Collection Boom Yes Remote Fish Hatchery, Easiest access via boat. Private 50 83 at Friday 400ft Stage and launch Riparian Habitat, homes and docks have lakeside Creek mouth from WDFW Lake Salmon (Coho, access but east shore has steep (KM LS-0.2) Samish Boat Ramp Chinook and drops from hill to water. Flat (SA-LKSAM-2.7). Chum), T&E yards along west shoreline off 48.64960 Species, Water Shallow Shore Rd. -122.37276 Intakes

SAMR-4.8 Samish River Collection Boom No Onsite Forage Fish Some road shoulder and levee 51 93 at Thomas 300ft, Stage onsite using Spawning Area, road along river. Setback levee Rd Sorbent gravel/grass levee Raptors, Salmon, on north bank, slope to water is 200ft roads. Seal Haulout Area, short. Water-level access under 48.52091 T&E Species, bridge and multiple spots along -122.41118 Waterfowl and bank. Should not be tidal Shorebird influence unless king tides. Concentrations, Wetland Habitat

SAMR-10.3 WDFW Exclusion Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, DO NOT APPROACH SPILLWAY. 51 95 Intake 100ft, Stage onsite at Salmon - Chinook, In summer water may be very Exclusion Sorbent WDFW hatchery T&E Species, Water low. Gravel beds change 200ft facility. Intakes constantly. Calm pool of water 48.54769 above spillway. WDFW site -122.33501 active in Mar-May (juveniles) and Sept/Oct (adults).

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Sector Strategy Strategy Strategy Boom Boat Map Details Name Location Type Length Req? Staging Area Resources At Risk Comments (Page #) (Page#) SAMR-10.35 Samish River Collection Boom Yes OnsiteStage onsite Fish Hatchery, Fish DO NOT APPROACH SPILLWAY. 51 97 at WDFW 300ft at WDFW hatchery Ladder(s), Riparian Pool above spillway is quiet but diversion facility. Habitat, Salmon not deep, boat needs to be very dam (Coho, Chinook and shallow (or a raft). WDFW site Chum), T&E active in Mar-May (juveniles) 48.54775 Species, Water and Sept/Oct (adults). -122.33463 Intakes

SAMR-12.9 Samish River Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, Can access low banks on either 51 99 at Grip Road 100ft Stage onsite on Raptors, Riparian side of bridge, but river right west side of bridge. Habitat, Salmon, (west of bridge) has pull-off from 48.55492 Lane closure may T&E Species, north lane of Grip Rd that fits a -122.28963 be required. Wetlands pickup truck. Staging on river left difficult: unstable ground, heavy vegetation. SAMR-13.1 Samish River Collection Boom No Onsite Fish Hatchery, Bridge is low, in high water do 51 101 at Prairie Rd 100ft Stage onsite at field Riparian Habitat, not try to walk under bridge. NW of site. Lane Salmon (Coho, Blackberry may hinder access to 48.55716 closure may be Chinook and river right. Follow WSDOT work -122.29108 required. Chum), T&E zone traffic control guidelines Species, Wetland when working on or near Habitat roadway.

SAMR-19.6 Samish River Collection Boom No Onsite Raptors, Salmon Flat fields with shoulder on west 51 103 at Prairie Rd 100ft Stage onsite, using Concentrations and side of bridge. Gravel sandbar near Blank field on southwest Habitat, T&E and deep pool at Point B. Rd. bank. Lane closure Species, Wetlands Landowner lives in house just may be required. east of site. 48.58686 -122.23423

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Sector Strategy Strategy Strategy Boom Boat Map Details Name Location Type Length Req? Staging Area Resources At Risk Comments (Page #) (Page#) SAMR-25.0 Samish River Collection Boom No Onsite Critical Wetland Follow WSDOT work zone traffic 50 105 at 200ft, Stage onsite on Area, Raptors, control guidelines when working Wickersham Sorbent road surface. Lane Reptiles and on or near roadway. Keep St 100ft closure is required. Amphibians, T&E equipment and personnel on Species, Waterfowl paved areas to reduce impact on 48.65283 endangered species. Water may -122.20547 flow over road.

SAMR-26.9 Samish River Collection Boom No OnsiteStage onsite Critical Wetland Follow WSDOT work zone traffic 50 107 at Innis 200ft, on road surface. Area, Raptors, control guidelines when working Creek Rd Sorbent Lane closure is Reptiles and on or near roadway. Keep 200ft required. Amphibians, T&E equipment and personnel on 48.67726 Species, Waterfowl paved areas to reduce impact on -122.19597 endangered species. SAMR-27.0 Samish River Collection Boom No Onsite Critical Wetland Follow WSDOT work zone traffic 50 109 at Doran Rd 200ft, Stage onsite on Area, Raptors, control guidelines when working Sorbent road surface. Lane Reptiles and on or near roadway. Keep 48.67850 200ft closure is required. Amphibians, T&E equipment and personnel on -122.19580 Species, Waterfowl paved areas to reduce impact on endangered species. SLVRC-0.0 Lake Samish Collection Boom No Onsite Diving Duck Narrow paved private street 50 111 at Silver 100ft, Stage onsite on Concentrations, accessing half a dozen homes. Creek Sorbent private road. Lane Lake Habitat, Upstream side of road is (KM SI-0.0) 200ft closure may be Raptors, Salmon trees/veg, no homes. Follow required. (Coho, Chinook and WSDOT work zone traffic control 48.67349 Chum), Shellfish, guidelines when working on or -122.39909 T&E Species, near roadway. Waterfowl

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Sector Strategy Strategy Strategy Boom Boat Map Details Name Location Type Length Req? Staging Area Resources At Risk Comments (Page #) (Page#) SWDC-0.1 Swede Creek Collection Boom No Onsite Raptors, Riparian Close westbound lane of Grip Rd 51 113 at Grip Rd 100ft, Stage onsite in Habitat, Salmon, - no shoulder. Follow WSDOT Sorbent Skagit Land Trust T&E Species work zone traffic control 48.55454 100ft gravel parking lot, guidelines when working on or -122.28872 50 ft west of near roadway. Stone culvert culvert. Lane passing under road. Swede closure is required. empties into Samish River just downstream. THOM-0.7 Thomas Collection Boom No OnsiteStage onsite Riparian Habitat, Follow WSDOT work zone traffic 51 115 Creek at 200ft, at shoulder of Salmon, T&E control guidelines when working Green Rd Sorbent Green Rd bridge. Species, Waterfowl on or near roadway. Wetland 100ft Lane closure may area, ground may be muddy off 48.52496 be required. paved surfaces. Slow-moving -122.33495 creek adjacent (not connected) to restoration ponds.

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4.5.3 Notification Strategy Matrices Sector Strategy Notification Strategy Map Details Strategy Location Type Resources at Risk Implementation Comments (Page #) (Page#) FRIC-1.7-N WDFW Samish Notification Fish Hatchery, Fish Call WDFW Samish Fish Notify Samish Fish Hatchery 51 119 Fish Hatchery on Ladder(s), Water Hatchery at 360-724-3131 so they can take action to Friday Creek Intakes and inform them of any protect their water intake significant oil spill or potential 48.56512 spill that impacts or threatens -122.33255 to impact the hatchery water intake on Friday Creek, so they can take action to protect the resources under their control, including the protection of the water intake and fish ladder near this location.

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4.5.4 Staging Area Matrices Sector Strategy Strategies Map Details Staging Area Name Position Nearest Address Contact Served Comments (Page #) (Page#)

SA-LKSAM-2.7 Lake Samish 48.66678 597 E Lake Samish Dr Washington Department of LKSAM-0.5, Coordinate use of 50 123

Boat Launch -122.37655 Bellingham, WA Fish and Wildlife LKSAM-4.0 staging area with

98229 Region 4 Washington 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard Department of Fish Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 & Wildlife Region 4; 425-775-1311 call 425-775-1311;

if after-hours leave message.

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4.5.5 Boat Launch Matrices Sector Strategy Strategies Map Details Boat Launch Name Position Nearest Address Contact Served Comments (Page #) (Page#)

BL-LKSAM-2.7 Lake Samish 48.66678 597 E Lake Samish Dr Washington Department of LKSAM-0.5, Coordinate use of 50 129

Boat Launch -122.37655 Bellingham, WA Fish and Wildlife LKSAM-2.7, boat launch with

98229 Region 4 LKSAM-4.0 Washington 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard Department of Fish Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 & Wildlife Region 4; 425-775-1311 call 425-775-1311;

if after-hours leave message.

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APPENDIX 4A Response Strategy 2-Pagers

Appendix 4A 63 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017

RESPONSE STRATEGIES LIST

BEARC-0.1 FRIC-1.3 FRIC-1.7 FRIC-2.4

FRIC-4.5 FRIC-7.1 FRIC-9.6 LKSAM-0.5

LKSAM-2.7 LKSAM-4.0 NPS-39** NPS-40**

NPS-42** NPS-44** SAMR-4.8 SAMR-10.3

SAMR-10.35 SAMR-12.9 SAMR-13.1 SAMR-19.6

SAMR-25.0 SAMR-26.9 SAMR-27.0 SLVRC-0.0

SWDC-0.1 THOM-0.7

**Strategies from the San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound GRP that are included in this appendix

Appendix 4A 64 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Bear Creek at Samish Water District BEARC-0.1 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϴ͘ϱϮϱΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮ͘ϭϴϵΖ ϰϴΣϯϴΖϯϭ͘ϱΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮΖϭϭ͘ϯΗ 48.64208, -122.36981 Bellingham 1BEARC-0.1 Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Bear Creek Implementation: Deploy one length of hard boom across Bear Creek. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent/sweep across creek, upstream of hard boom. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite, on access road around settling ponds. Site Safety: Heavy Equipment; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation; Unstable Trees; Area May Flood. Field Notes: SW corner of Samish Water District settling ponds. May have to cut fence to access site. Use waders to access opposite bank, plywood for stability in mud. Use caution if anchoring to trees (shallow roots).

Watercourse: Creek - Bear Creek Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Fish Ladder(s), Salmonids, T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 1 Each Bolt Cutters 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 100 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 2 Each Plywood sheets (4ft x 8ft) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage 1 Each Waders Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 65 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Bear Creek at Samish Water District BEARC-0.1

BEARC-0.1 Photo: From creek left, facing S downstream towards creek right at strategy location. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5EŽƌƚŚƚŽǁĂƌĚƐtŚĂƚĐŽŵŽƵŶƚLJ Samish Water District #1 2. At exit 242 take ramp on the right to Nulle Rd. toward S. Lake Samish (0.26 miles) Emergency Contact : Landowner 3. Turn left on Nulle Rd (0.43 miles) 4͘dƵƌŶůĞĨƚŝŶƚŽƉĂƌŬŝŶŐůŽƚĂƚ2195 Nulle Rd, 98229-9329. Sign for Samish Water District #1. Bellingham, WA 98229 5͘'Ž^ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚŐĂƚĞĂůŽŶŐĂĐĐĞƐƐƌŽĂĚƚŽǁĂƌĚƐƉŽŶĚƐ͖ƐŝƚĞŝƐŝŶ^tĐŽƌŶĞƌ͘ 360-410-0357 Nearest Address

2195 Nulle Rd Bellingham, WA 98229-9329

Appendix 4A 66 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Pomona Grange Park FRIC-1.3 FRIC-1.3 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϴϴϲΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϵ͘ϵϳϬΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϱϯ͘ϮΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϵΖϱϴ͘ϮΗ 48.56477, -122.33283 Burlington 2FRIC-1.3Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Friday Creek Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on creek left, at/near Point A (just downstream of bridge to WDFW hatchery). Extend boom downstream and across to creek right, and secure to shore on creek right at/near Point B (Pomona Grange Park). Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at Pomona Grange Park. Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Bridge is private road to hatchery, close road to visitors while deploying. Hatchery outfall is just upstream of bridge. Quiet pool-like section 30 ft downstream from bridge probably best collection point.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek (downstream of hatchery intake/fish ladder) Resources at Risk: Fish Ladder(s), Public Lands/Facilities, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 67 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Pomona Grange Park FRIC-1.3

FRIC-1.3 Photo: From creek right, facing NE upstream towards creek left at strategy location. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Burlington. WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery 2. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Rd toward Bow-Edison (0.22 miles) Land/Property Contact : 3. Turn left on Bow Hill Rd (0.92 miles) 360-724-3131 4. Turn left on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (0.45 miles) Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department 5. Turn right into gravel lot at 5585 Old Highway 99 N, 98233, on the right - sign for Pomona Grange Park or WDFW hatchery. Land/Property Owner : Weekday Office 360-416-1350

Nearest Address

5585 Old Highway 99 N Burlington, WA 98233

Appendix 4A 68 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek Hatchery Intake/Fish Ladder FRIC-1.7 FRIC-1.7 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϰ͘ϮϮϳΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬ͘ϮϵϳΖ ϰϴΣϯϰΖϭϯ͘ϲΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬΖϭϳ͘ϴΗ 48.57045, -122.33828 Burlington 3FRIC-1.7Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of fish ladder and hatchery water intake. Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on creek right, at/near Point A (~30ft upstream of fish ladder). Use walkway to extend boom across upstream entrance of fish ladder and secure to existing structure, at/near Point B (at edge of spillway). Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent on downstream side of hard boom, across fish ladder and water intake. Use plastic-wrapped plywood sheets to block outside screens of water intake grating. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at gravel work area. Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Rusty Metal Walkway; Eroding Banks; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Fast moving water. Heavy vegetation and eroding shore. Logs/trees in channel may prevent boom placement, if so continue deploying sorbent and plywood as able.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek (at WDFW fish ladder) Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Fish Ladder(s), Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 100 Feet Boom - Sorbent 100 Feet Line - ϯͬϴ͟poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 200 Feet Plastic Sheeting 8 Each Plywood sheets (4ft x 8ft) Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 69 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek Hatchery Intake/Fish Ladder FRIC-1.7

FRIC-1.7 Photo: From creek right on top of water intake, facing NW upstream towards log boom and top of fish ladder. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Burlington. WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery 2. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Rd toward Bow-Edison (0.22 miles) Primary Contact : 3. Turn left on Bow Hill Rd (0.92 miles) 360-724-3131 4. Turn left on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (0.45 miles) Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 5. WDFW Fish Hatchery is located at 5585 Old Highway 9 N, on the right. 6. Water intake (response site) is the next left after the hatchery onto a unmarked dirt road with Secondary Contact : Region 4 locked gate. Bring WDFW staff or cut lock. Intake is at the end of the road (1/2 mile). 425-775-1311

Nearest Address

5585 Old Highway 9 N Burlington, WA 98233

Appendix 4A 70 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek near Daisy Lane (KM FR-2.3) FRIC-2.4 FRIC-2.4 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϰ͘ϱϲϴΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬ͘ϮϰϲΖ ϰϴΣϯϰΖϯϰ͘ϭΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬΖϭϰ͘ϳΗ 48.57614, -122.33743 Burlington 4FRIC-2.4Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Friday Creek Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on creek right, at/near Point A (downstream edge of Friday Creek Rd bridge). Extend boom downstream and across to creek left, and secure to shore on creek left at/near Point B (~80ft downstream of road). Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B from bridge or driveway. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite in nearby yards. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Quiet road with some shoulder. Low lawns on NE corner and access on all corners of bridge/creek.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek Resources at Risk: Fish Ladder(s), Raptors, Riparian Habitat, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Line throwing gun(s) or device(s) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 71 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek near Daisy Lane (KM FR-2.3) FRIC-2.4

FRIC-2.4 Photo: From creek right, facing N towards strategy location on downstream side of road bridge. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North past Mount Vernon Skagit County Public Works 2. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Road (0.25 miles) Primary Contact : 3. Turn right on Bow Hill Rd (0.79 miles) 4. Turn left on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (0.72 miles) Mount Vernon, WA 98273 5. Bear left on Friday Creek Rd (LM Abbey Rd) (0.54 miles) 360-416-1400 6. Finish at 4789 Friday Creek Rd, 98233, on the right Nearest Address

4789 Friday Creek Rd Burlington, WA 98233

Appendix 4A 72 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Donovan Park (KM FR-4.3) FRIC-4.5 FRIC-4.5 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϱ͘ϳϭϭΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϵ͘ϳϰϰΖ ϰϴΣϯϱΖϰϮ͘ϳΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϵΖϰϰ͘ϲΗ 48.59519, -122.32906 Burlington 5FRIC-4.5Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Friday Creek Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on creek right, at/near Point A (~100ft downstream of Friday Creek Road). Extend boom downstream, and across creek, and secure to shore on creek left at/near Point B (~150ft downstream of road). Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at Donovan Park. Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation; Public Park. Field Notes: Butler Creek comes through southern culvert under road, then merges with Friday Creek (northern culvert) 60 ft west of road. Room to deploy multiple parallel booms if flow is high.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Fish Ladder(s), Salmonids, T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 1 Each Line throwing gun(s) or device(s) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 73 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Donovan Park (KM FR-4.3) FRIC-4.5

FRIC-4.5 Photo: From creek left at Point B, facing N upstream towards creek right at strategy location. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Skagit County. Skagit County Parks and Recreation Department 2. At exit 240 take ramp on the right toward Alger (0.21 miles) Land/Property Owner : Weekday Office 3. Turn left on Lake Samish Rd (0.86 miles) 1730 Continental Place 4. Turn right on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (1.96 miles) Mt Vernon, WA 98273 5. Turn right on Parson Creek Rd (0.23 miles) 360-416-1350 6͘ƚ&ƌŝĚĂLJƌĞĞŬZĚĚƌŝǀĞƐƚƌĂŝŐŚƚĂĐƌŽƐƐŝŶƚŽŽŶŽǀĂŶWĂƌŬůŽƚ;ƐůŝŐŚƚůLJůĞĨƚͿ͘3494 Friday Creek Road, 98233 Nearest Address

3494 Friday Creek Road Burlington, WA 98233

Appendix 4A 74 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Lake Samish Rd (KM FR-6.8) FRIC-7.1 FRIC-7.1 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϳ͘ϭϰϭΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬ͘ϴϱϲΖ ϰϴΣϯϳΖϴ͘ϱΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬΖϱϭ͘ϰΗ 48.61902, -122.34760 Bow 6FRIC-7.1Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Friday Creek Implementation: Secure 100 ft boom to shore on creek left, at/near Point A (at roadside). Using bridge, extend boom downstream and across creek and secure to shore on creek right, at/near Point B (~50 ft downstream of bridge). Deploy additional length of boom ~50ft downstream from first strategy. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent downstream of hard boom. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection from gravel driveway or bridge. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite in private backyard and gravel driveway. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Crude Oil Pipeline; Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: CRUDE OIL PIPELINE IN AREA. Contact Kinder Morgan before deploying to obtain permit. Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Public Recreation Site/Area, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 200 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 75 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Lake Samish Rd (KM FR-6.8) FRIC-7.1

FRIC-7.1 Photo: From road bridge on creek left at Point A, facing S, downstream, towards creek right at strategy location. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Skagit County Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain Pipeline 2. At exit 240 take ramp on the right toward Alger (0.21 miles) Pre-Notification Required : 24/7 Control Center 3. Turn left on Lake Samish Rd (0.41 miles) 888-876-6711 4. Turn right on Colony Rd (0.06 miles) Skagit County Public Works 5͘dŚĞĨŝƌƐƚĚƌŝǀĞǁĂLJŽŶƚŚĞůĞĨƚŝƐ18772 Colony Rd, 98232, use this property for staging, deployment & collection. Secondary Contact : 360-416-1400

Nearest Address

18772 Colony Rd Bow, WA 98232

Appendix 4A 76 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Nulle Rd FRIC-9.6 FRIC-9.6 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϴ͘ϳϭϮΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮ͘ϯϮϭΖ ϰϴΣϯϴΖϰϮ͘ϳΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮΖϭϵ͘ϯΗ 48.64520, -122.37202 Bellingham 7FRIC-9.6Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Friday Creek Implementation: Secure 100 ft length of boom to shore on creek left, at/near Point A (~20 ft upstream of bridge). Use bridge to extend boom across creek and secure to shore on creek right, at/near Point B (upstream of fish trap). Deploy additional length of hard boom downstream of roadway. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection from roadway. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite on shoulder of Nulle Rd. Lane closure is required. Site Safety: Road Hazard; Displaced Campers; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation Field Notes: Low bridge and small narrow shoulder along road. Tribal fish gates/screen on upstream side of bridge may impact stream flow. Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek (drains from Lake Samish) Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Fish Ladder(s), Salmonids, T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 77 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Friday Creek at Nulle Rd FRIC-9.6

FRIC-9.6 Photo: From creek left under road bridge, facing N upstream towards creek right at strategy location. Taken at average spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5EŽƌƚŚƚŽǁĂƌĚƐtŚĂƚĐŽŵŽƵŶƚLJ͘ Samish Water District #1 2. At exit 242 take ramp on the right to Nulle Rd. toward S. Lake Samish (0.26 miles) Emergency Contact : Landowner 3. Turn left on Nulle Rd (0.43 miles) 4. Finish at Friday Creek bridge crossing near 2195 Nulle Rd, 98229. Bellingham, WA 98229 . 360-410-0357 (From Bellingham, take exit 242 and turn right on Nulle Rd.) Nearest Address

2195 Nulle Rd Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4A 78 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Bridge (BP 021-1) LKSAM-0.5 LKSAM-0.5 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϰϬ͘ϮϰϭΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϰ͘ϳϮϳΖ ϰϴΣϰϬΖϭϰ͘ϰΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϰΖϰϯ͘ϲΗ 48.67068, -122.41212 Bellingham 8LKSAM-0.5Strategy Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of western section of Lake Samish Implementation: Using workboat, secure 300 ft section of boom to shore on south bank, at/near Point A (48.6703, -122.412; west side of road bridge). Extend boom northwest and secure to shore on north bank, at/near Point B (48.671, -122.4122; beach at county park). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Use anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in water. Adjust boom angles as needed based on winds and currents.

Staging Area: Remote : Stage and launch from WDFW Lake Samish Boat Ramp (SA-LKSAM-2.7). Site Safety: Petroleum Pipeline; Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Public Park: Swimmers and Boaters; Slips, Trips, Falls. Field Notes: PETROLEUM PIPELINE IN AREA. Contact BP before deploying to obtain permit Could be deployed on foot using bridge but makes most sense to use boat.

Watercourse: Lake - Lake Samish Resources at Risk: Diving Duck Concentrations, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Shellfish, T/E Species, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats) 2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 300 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage (if collection) 1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 79 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Bridge (BP 021-1) LKSAM-0.5

LKSAM-0.5 Photo: From north shore of Lake Samish at county park (Point B), looking S towards south shore at strategy location. Taken at average winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Lake Samish. BP Olympic Pipeline 2. At exit 246 take ramp on the right toward N Lake Samish (0.19 miles) Pre-Notification Required : Emergency line 3. Turn left on N Lake Samish Dr (0.76 miles) 888-271-8880 4. Turn left to stay on N Lake Samish Dr (1.24 miles) Whatcom County Parks and Recreation 5. Turn right into paved lot at 711 E Lake Samish Dr, 98229. Signs for WDFW boat launch. Land/Property Owner : Land owner 360.778.5850

Nearest Address

711 E Lake Samish Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4A 80 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Boat Ramp Collection LKSAM-2.7 LKSAM-2.7 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϵ͘ϵϲϰΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮ͘ϳϮϮΖ ϰϴΣϯϵΖϱϳ͘ϴΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮΖϰϯ͘ϯΗ 48.66606, -122.37870 Bellingham 9LKSAM-2.7Strategy Objective: Collection : Collect oil from Lake Samish Implementation: Using workboat, secure 1000 ft section of boom to shore, at/near Point A (just south of boat ramp). Extend boom west into the lake and anchor near B (48.6655, -122.3807). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on conditions of the day. Use anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in water. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point A.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at WDFW boat launch. Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Private Homes Nearby; Public Boat Launch; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Wide sand & gravel beach south of ramp. Heavy vegetation north of ramp, with much smaller workspace. High lake level may cover beach.

Watercourse: Lake - Lake Samish Resources at Risk: Diving Duck Concentrations, Lake Habitat, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Shellfish, T/E Species, Water Intakes, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

6 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats) 1 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 1000 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage 1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 3 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 81 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Boat Ramp Collection LKSAM-2.7

LKSAM-2.7 Photo: From south edge of boat ramp (Point B), looking SW at strategy location on Lake Samish. Taken in winter, winds blowing NE towards ramp.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Lake Samish. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 2. At exit 246 take ramp on the right toward N Lake Samish (0.19 miles) Land/Property Contact : Region 4 3. Turn left on N Lake Samish Dr (0.76 miles) 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard 4. Turn left to stay on N Lake Samish Dr (1.24 miles) Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 5͘dƵƌŶƌŝŐŚƚŝŶƚŽƉĂǀĞĚůŽƚĂƚ711 E Lake Samish Dr, 98229. Signs for WDFW boat launch. 425-775-1311 Nearest Address

711 E Lake Samish Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4A 82 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish at Friday Creek mouth (KM LS-0.2) LKSAM-4.0 LKSAM-4.0 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϴ͘ϵϴϬΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮ͘ϯϲϳΖ ϰϴΣϯϴΖϱϴ͘ϴΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮΖϮϮ͘ϬΗ 48.64966, -122.37278 Bellingham 10StrategyLKSAM-4.0 Objective: Collection : Collect oil from Lake Samish before it enters Friday Creek Implementation: Using workboat, secure 400 ft of boom to shore on west bank, at/near Point A (48.6495, -122.3734; southern dock with green posts). Angle boom east across lake and secure to eastern shore, at/near Point B (48.6499, -122.3721; end of concrete retaining wall). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on conditions of the day. Use anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in water. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point A.

Staging Area: Remote : Stage and launch from WDFW Lake Samish Boat Ramp (SA-LKSAM-2.7). Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Private Homes Nearby; Private Docks; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Easiest access via boat. Private homes and docks have lakeside access but east shore has steep drops from hill to water. Flat yards along west shoreline off Shallow Shore Rd.

Watercourse: Lake - Lake Samish (near drainage into Friday Creek) Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Riparian Habitat, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

3 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats) 2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 400 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage (if collection) 1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 83 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish at Friday Creek mouth (KM LS-0.2) LKSAM-4.0

LKSAM-4.0 Photo: From boat on Lake Samish, looking W toward western shore (Point B) at strategy location. Taken in spring with no wind.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Lake Samish. No Information 2. At exit 242 bear right onto ramp to Nulle Rd toward S Lake Samish (0.18 miles) Not Determined : 3. Turn right on Nulle Rd and immediately turn right on E Lake Samish Dr (0.24 miles) 4. Turn left on Friday Creek Rd (0.2 miles) 5. Finish at 215 Friday Creek Road, 98229, on the right. . Boat launch is located <1ŵŝEĂƚ711>ĂŬĞ^ĂŵŝƐŚƌ͘ Nearest Address

215 Friday Creek Road Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4A 84 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Siwash Slough/Alice Bay - North Entrance NPS-39 NPS-39 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϰ͘ϬϰϯΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵ͘ϰϰϳΖ ϰϴΣϯϰΖϮ͘ϲΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵΖϮϲ͘ϴΗ 48.56739, -122.49078 Bow 11StrategyNPS-39 Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of Siwash Slough/Alice Bay Implementation: Using workboat, secure end of 900ft boom to shore on north shore of entrance to Siwash Slough (aka Alice Bay) at/near Point A (48.56858, -122.49091); coordinate access with property owner. Extend boom south along east side of private dock, and then across slough͛s entrance to shallow spit of land on south side. Pull boom tight and secure at/near Point B (48.56636, -122.49069). Use anchoring systems, as needed, to keep boom secure in water. During extreme high tide, shallow land spit may be submerged. At low tide, land spit isn͛t accessible due to very shallow water and extensive mud flats.

Staging Area: Remote : Stage Equipment and use Boat Launch at Larrabee State Park (SA-NPS-79 & BL-NPS-79) Site Safety: Slips, Trips, Falls; Water Hazard; Shallow Water; Mud Flats Field Notes: Entire area is VERY SHALLOW; 8ft tide needed to even use skiff. On the day of the visit it was a 8.2 tide and the entire island in front of Siwash Slough was still above water.

Watercourse: Bay - Samish Bay - Siwash Slough Resources at Risk: Sensitive Habitat, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

8 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats) 2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 900 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 2 Each Heaving Line(s) 1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 3 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 85 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Siwash Slough/Alice Bay - North Entrance NPS-39

NPS-39 Photo: Aerial image above Siwash Slough looking east towards strategy location. Boom line and anchor points depicted on image.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. Head north on I-5 from Mt. Vernon No Information 2. Take exit 231 for WA-11 N/Chuckanut Drive toward Bow-Edison Not Determined : 3. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto WA-11 N 4. At the second traffic circle, take the 1st exit and stay on WA-11 N 5. After 5.1mi, turn left onto Sunset Rd. 6. After 1.8mi, turn right onto Farm-to-Market Rd 7. After 0.8mi, turn sharp left onto Bayview Edison Rd Nearest Address 8. After 1.7mi, stay strait onto Samish Island Rd 9. After 2.2mi, turn right onto Scott Rd 11760 Scott Road 10. After 0.4mi, turn right into private drive for residence at 11799 Scott Road. North entrance to Bow, WA 98232 Siwash Slough is immediately to the south of that property.

Appendix 4A 86 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Edison Slough NPS-40 NPS-40 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϵϱϲΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϳ͘ϮϮϵΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϱϳ͘ϯΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϳΖϭϯ͘ϳΗ 48.56593, -122.45381 Bow 12StrategyNPS-40 Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of Edison Slough Implementation: Using workboat, secure 700ft length of boom to shore on west side of Edison Slough entrance at/near Point A (48.56545, -122.45433). Extend boom NNE 300ft and anchor mid-channel at/near Point B (48.56626, -122.45421, Apex of Chevron). Extend remaining boom ESE, securing it to shore on east side of slough, at/near Point C (48.5661, -122.45292). Use shoreside anchoring systems or riprap to secure boom to shore. Use additional anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water (tidal currents at this location can be very strong). Adjust boom as needed based on environmental conditions.

Staging Area: Remote : Stage Equipment and use Boat Launch at Larrabee State Park (SA-NPS-79 & BL-NPS-79) Site Safety: Slips, Trips, Falls; Water Hazard; Shallow Water; Mud Flats; Riprap Shoreline; Uneven Surfaces Field Notes: High Tide Deployment Only (8ft+); Very Shallow and extensive Mud Flats at Low Tide. No Vehicle Access.

Watercourse: Bay - Samish Bay - Edison Slough Resources at Risk: Raptors, Salmonids (anadromous), Sensitive Habitat, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats) 2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 700 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 2 Each Heaving Line(s) 200 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 3 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 87 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Edison Slough NPS-40

NPS-40 Photo: East bank anchor point

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. Start at WA 20 Mount Vernon No Information 2. Go on WA-20 W (Cascade Loop) (0.41 miles) Not Determined : 3. Make U-turn at Bayview-Edison Rd and go back on WA-20 E (Cascade Loop) (1.29 miles) 4. Turn left on Farm To Market Rd (7.67 miles) 5. Turn left on Bayview-Edison Rd (0.43 miles) 6. Turn right on W Edison Ln (Meteor Ln) (0.6 miles) 7. Finish at 5808 W Edison Lane, 98232, on the left Nearest Address

348 Cove Road Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4A 88 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Siwash Slough/Alice Bay - South Entrance NPS-42 NPS-42 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϱϵϱΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵ͘ϭϴϰΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϯϱ͘ϳΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵΖϭϭ͘ϬΗ 48.55992, -122.48640 Bow 13StrategyNPS-42 Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of Siwash Slough/Alice Bay Implementation: Using workboat, secure 300ft hard boom to shore on unnamed island near NE corner of walking bridge at/near Point A (48.56012, - 122.48666). Extend boom SE about ~150ft and secure to tip of small peninsula, at/near Point B (48.55999, -122.48611). Extend remaining boom SE ~150ft and secure to shore near NE corner of parking area on private property. Use shoreside anchoring systems to secure boom to shore. Use anchoring systems to keep boom secure in water, as needed. Deploy sorbent boom along east side of walking bridge, and in front of canal that͛s immediately east of main house.

Staging Area: Remote : Stage Equipment and use Boat Launch at Larrabee State Park (SA-NPS-79 & BL-NPS-79) Site Safety: Slips, Trips, Falls; Water Hazard; Shallow Water; Mud Flats Field Notes: Entire area is VERY SHALLOW; High Tide Deployment Recommended. Coordinate deployment with Private Property Owner (Samish Bay Sports Club Inc).

Watercourse: Bay - Samish Bay - Siwash Slough Resources at Risk: Sensitive Habitat, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

6 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 300 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 300 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Each Heaving Line(s) 100 Feet Line - ϯͬϴ͟poly line 1 Each Workboat(s) - of adequate size for type and amount of boom Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 89 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Siwash Slough/Alice Bay - South Entrance NPS-42

NPS-42 Photo: North bank anchor point on right.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. Head north on I-5 from Mt. Vernon Samish Bay Sports Club Inc. 2. Take exit 231 for WA-11 N/Chuckanut Drive toward Bow-Edison Land/Property Contact : Agent 3. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto WA-11 N 4. At the second traffic circle, take the 1st exit and stay on WA-11 N Bow, WA 98232 5. After 5.1mi, turn left onto Sunset Rd. 6. After 1.8mi, turn right onto Farm-to-Market Rd 7. After 0.8mi, turn sharp left onto Bayview Edison Rd Nearest Address 8. After 1.7mi, stay strait onto Samish Island Rd 9. After 1.1mi, private drive (dirt road) will be to the right. 12025 Samish Island Road 10. Follow drive for 0.4mi to parking area of residence. South entrance to Siwash Slough is Bow, WA 98232 immediately to the north of parking area.

Appendix 4A 90 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River near Bayview-Edison Road NPS-44 NPS-44 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϮϵϴΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϳ͘ϯϰϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϭϳ͘ϵΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϳΖϮϬ͘ϲΗ 48.55497, -122.45571 Bow 14StrategyNPS-44 Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of the Samish River Implementation: Using workboat, secure end of 300ft boom to bank on river left, at/near Point A (48.554792, -122.45596; about 70ft west of old dock). Extend boom NE (upstream), across river ~180ft, around dock or piling at/near Point B, and back to shore on river right at earthen/dirt boat ramp (Point C). Pull boom tight. Use shoreside anchoring systems to secure boom to river banks. Use anchoring system, as needed, to keep boom secure in water. Also deploy multiple lines of sorbent in tidal canal that͛s immediately west of residence at/near 6414 Bayview Edison Rd.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage and use earthen/dirt boat ramp onsite to hand-launch workboat Site Safety: Slips, Trips, Falls; Water Hazard; Shallow Water; Mud/Muddy; Roadway Hazard Field Notes: Coordinate access with property owners. Earthen/Dirt Boat Ramp on Edison Ln is managed by Edison Hunting Club; 360-766-0105.

Watercourse: River - With Tidal Influence - Samish River Resources at Risk: Salmonids (anadromous), Sensitive Habitat, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

1 Each Anchoring System(s) - (anchor, lines, floats) 4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 300 Feet Boom - B3 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 2 Each Heaving Line(s) 100 Feet Line - ϯͬϴ͟poly line 1 Each Workboat(s) - (hand-launch) Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 91 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River near Bayview-Edison Road NPS-44

NPS-44 Photo: Aerial image above Samish River (near mouth) looking NE towards strategy location. Boom line, anchor points, and sorbent boom depicted on image.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. Head north on I-5 from Mt. Vernon Edison Hunting Club Inc. 2. Take exit 231 for WA-11 N/Chuckanut Drive toward Bow-Edison Land/Property Contact : Property Owner 3. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto WA-11 N 4. At the second traffic circle, take the 1st exit and stay on WA-11 N Bow, WA 98232 5. After 5.1mi, turn left onto Sunset Rd. 360-766-0105 6. After 1.8mi, turn right onto Farm-to-Market Rd 7. After 0.8mi, turn sharp left onto Bayview Edison Rd Nearest Address 8. After 0.4mi, turn right onto W Edison Ln 9. After 620ft, turn left onto dirt driveway that leads to earthen boat ramp at 6188 W Edison Ln. 6188 W Edison Lane Boat ramp is about ~125ft from roadway. Bow, WA 98232

Appendix 4A 92 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Thomas Rd SAMR-4.8 SAMR-4.8 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϭ͘ϮϱϱΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϰ͘ϲϳϭΖ ϰϴΣϯϭΖϭϱ͘ϯΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϰΖϰϬ͘ϮΗ 48.52091, -122.41118 Bow 15StrategySAMR-4.8 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Secure 200 ft section of boom to river right, at/near Point A (~175ft upstream of Samish Road bridge). Extend boom downstream and across bridge, securing to shore on river left, at/near Point B (roadside). Similarly, deploy additional length of boom on downstream side of Samish Road bridge. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on downstream side of hard boom. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection from Thomas Rd shoulder.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite using gravel/grass levee roads. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Some road shoulder and levee road along river. Setback levee on north bank, slope to water is short. Water-level access under bridge and multiple spots along bank. Should not be tidal influence unless king tides.

Watercourse: River - Samish River Resources at Risk: Forage Fish Spawning Area, Raptors, Salmon, Seal Haulout Area, T/E Species, Waterfowl and Shorebird Concentrations, Wetland Habitat Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 300 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 200 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 93 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Thomas Rd SAMR-4.8

SAMR-4.8 Photo: From river left, facing NW downstream towards river right at strategy location. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 S towards Sedro-Woolley. Skagit County Public Works 2. At exit 232 take ramp on the right to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.19 miles) Primary Contact : 3. Turn right on Cook Rd (1.26 miles) 360-416-1400 4. Bear right on Chuckanut Dr (WA-11) (0.65 miles) 5. Bear left on Allen West Rd (1.55 miles) Nearest Address 6. Turn right on Thomas Rd (0.35 miles) 7. Finish at 8598 Thomas Rd, 98232, on the left. 8598 Thomas Rd Bow, WA 98232

Appendix 4A 94 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 WDFW Intake Exclusion SAMR-10.3 SAMR-10.3 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϮ͘ϴϲϭΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬ͘ϬϵϵΖ ϰϴΣϯϮΖϱϭ͘ϲΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬΖϱ͘ϵΗ 48.54768, -122.33498 Burlington 16StrategySAMR-10.3 Objective: Exclusion : Keep oil out of the side channel that feeds the WDFW water intake Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on river right, at/near A (48.5477, -122.33484; upstream of side channel leading to intake). Using workboat, extend boom across intake channel and secure other end of boom to shore, at/near Point B (48.5477, -122.3351; island on river right). Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent on downstream side of hard boom. Replace saturated sorbents as needed.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at WDFW hatchery facility. Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Dam Spillway; Logs and Debris in Channel; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: DO NOT APPROACH SPILLWAY. In summer water may be very low. Gravel beds change constantly. Calm pool of water above spillway. WDFW site active in Mar-May (juveniles) and Sept/Oct (adults).

Watercourse: River - Side Channel - Samish River (side channel above diversion dam) Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Salmon - Chinook, T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 95 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 WDFW Intake Exclusion SAMR-10.3

SAMR-10.3 Photo: From river right on upstream bank of side channel (Point A), facing W downstream towards strategy location. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5EŽƌƚŚƚŽǁĂƌĚƐƵƌůŝŶŐƚŽŶ͘ WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (14.25 miles) Primary Contact : 3. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) 360-724-3131 4. Turn right on Cook Rd (0.07 miles) Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 5. Turn left on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (2.82 miles) 6. Turn right on N Green Rd (0.16 miles) Secondary Contact : Region 4 7. Take the next right through the gate to the WDFW facility. 425-775-1311

Nearest Address

6597 N Green Rd Burlington, WA 98233

Appendix 4A 96 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at WDFW diversion dam SAMR-10.35 SAMR-10.35 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϮ͘ϴϲϱΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬ͘ϬϲϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϮΖϱϭ͘ϵΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬΖϯ͘ϴΗ 48.54775, -122.33438 Burlington 17StrategySAMR-10.35 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Using workboat, secure 300 ft boom to shore on river right, at/near Point B (48.5776, -122.3349; upstream of side channel). Extend boom across the river and upstream, securing to shore on river left, at/near Point A (48.5478, -122.3339; ~350ft upstream of spillway). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Use anchoring systems as needed to keep boom secure in water. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B. If current is too high for safe boat deployment, use boom vane instead.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at WDFW hatchery facility. Site Safety: Water Hazard (PFD Required); Dam Spillway; Logs and Debris in Channel; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: DO NOT APPROACH SPILLWAY. Pool above spillway is quiet but not deep, boat needs to be very shallow (or a raft). WDFW site active in Mar-May (juveniles) and Sept/Oct (adults).

Watercourse: River - Above a Dam - Samish River (at WDFW hatchery diversion dam) Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Fish Ladder(s), Riparian Habitat, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species, Water Intakes Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 300 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage 1 Each Vane - Boom Vane 1 Each Workboat(s) - shallow-water Recommended Personnel

1 Boat Operator 2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 97 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at WDFW diversion dam SAMR-10.35

SAMR-10.35 Photo: From river right (Point B), facing E upstream towards river left at strategy location. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Sedro-Woolley WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (14.25 miles) Primary Contact : 3. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) 360-724-3131 4. Turn right on Cook Rd (0.07 miles) Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 5. Turn left on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (2.82 miles) 6. Turn right on N Green Rd (0.14 miles) Secondary Contact : Region 4 7. Take the next right at the WDFW gate. Site is behind fish ponds. 425-775-1311

Nearest Address

6595 N Green Rd Burlington, WA 98233

Appendix 4A 98 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Grip Road SAMR-12.9 SAMR-12.9 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϯϬϮΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϳ͘ϯϳϳΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϭϴ͘ϭΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϳΖϮϮ͘ϲΗ 48.55503, -122.28962 Sedro Woolley 18StrategySAMR-12.9 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on river right, at/near Point B (~60ft upstream of Grip Rd bridge). Use bridge to extend boom across river and upstream, and secure other end to shore on river left, at/near Point A. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite on west side of bridge. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Beaver Pits; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Can access low banks on either side of bridge, but river right (west of bridge) has pull-off from north lane of Grip Rd that fits a pickup truck. Staging on river left difficult: unstable ground, heavy vegetation.

Watercourse: River - Samish River Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Raptors, Riparian Habitat, Salmon, T/E Species, Wetlands Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 300 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage 1 Each Winch - Power Winch Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 99 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Grip Road SAMR-12.9

SAMR-12.9 Photo: From river right (Point B), facing NE upstream towards river left at strategy location. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North past Mt Vernon Skagit Land Trust 2. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Road (0.25 miles) Land/Property Owner : Land owner 3. Turn right on Bow Hill Rd (0.79 miles) 4͘ZŽĂĚĐŽŶƚŝŶƵĞƐĂƐWƌĂŝƌŝĞZĚ;2.12 miles) Mount Vernon, WA 98273 5. Turn right on Grip Rd (0.08 miles) 360-428-7878 6͘dŚĞƌĞŝƐĂƐŵĂůůƵŶŵĂƌŬĞĚƉƵůůŽĨĨũƵƐƚďĞĨŽƌĞƚŚĞďƌŝĚŐĞŽŶƚŚĞůĞĨƚ͕ǁŝƚŚƌŽŽŵĨŽƌĂƐŝŶŐůĞĐĂƌ͘ There is additional gravel/dirt space in front of a gate just past the bridge on the left, room for 2-3 Nearest Address cars. Signs for Skagit Land Trust / Tope Ryan property. 21026 Grip Rd Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

Appendix 4A 100 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Prairie Rd SAMR-13.1 SAMR-13.1 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϰϯϬΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϳ͘ϰϳϭΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϮϱ͘ϴΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϳΖϮϴ͘ϯΗ 48.55716, -122.29119 Sedro-Woolley 19StrategySAMR-13.1 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Samish River Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on river left, at/near Point A (~80ft upstream of bridge). Use bridge to extend boom across river, and secure other end to shore on river right, at/near Point B (roadside). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Collect oil using a vac truck or skimmer/storage at B.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at field NW of site. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Low Bridge; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Bridge is low, in high water do not try to walk under bridge. Blackberry may hinder access to river right. Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway.

Watercourse: River - Samish River Resources at Risk: Fish Hatchery, Riparian Habitat, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), T/E Species, Wetland Habitat Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 1 Each Line throwing gun(s) or device(s) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Pump(s) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 101 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Prairie Rd SAMR-13.1

SAMR-13.1 Photo: From river left (Point B), facing S towards river right at strategy location. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Mt Vernon Skagit County Public Works 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (17.83 miles) Primary Contact : 3. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Road (0.25 miles) 360-416-1400 4. Turn right on Bow Hill Rd (0.79 miles) Skagit Land Trust 5. Continue on Prairie Rd (1.89 miles) 6. Turn left at F&S Grade Rd to stay on Prairie Rd (0.34 miles) Alternate Contact : Land owner 7. Just past Grip Rd intersection, look for bridge over Samish River and turn left onto small gravel 360-428-7878 farm access. Nearest Address

20419 Prairie Rd Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284

Appendix 4A 102 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Prairie Rd near Blank Rd SAMR-19.6 SAMR-19.6 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϱ͘ϮϭϭΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϰ͘ϬϱϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϱΖϭϮ͘ϳΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϰΖϯ͘ϮΗ 48.58685, -122.23422 Sedro-Woolley 20StrategySAMR-19.6 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on river left, at/near Point A (roadside). Use bridge to extend boom across river, and secure to shore downstream on river right, at/near Point B (~30 ft downstream of bridge). Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Vac-truck or skimmer/storage collection at Point B.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite, using field on southwest bank. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Swimmers; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Flat fields with shoulder on west side of bridge. Gravel sandbar and deep pool at Point B. Landowner lives in house just east of site.

Watercourse: River - Samish River Resources at Risk: Raptors, Salmon Concentrations and Habitat, T/E Species, Wetlands Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Line - ϯͬϴ͟poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 103 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Prairie Rd near Blank Rd SAMR-19.6

SAMR-19.6 Photo: From river right (Point B), facing NE upstream towards river left at strategy location. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Burlington. Skagit County Public Works 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (14.25 miles) Primary Contact : 3. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) 360-416-1400 4. Turn right on Cook Rd (4.21 miles) 5. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Cook Rd (0.13 miles) Nearest Address 6. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on North Cascades Scenic Hwy (WA-20) (0.34 miles) 23636 Prairie Rd 7. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on WA-9 (WA-20 E) (0.74 miles) Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 8. Turn left at Moore St / Township St to stay on WA-9 (N Township St) (5.18 miles) 9. Turn left on Prairie Rd (0.55 miles) 10. Finish at 23636 Prairie Rd, 98284, on the left

Appendix 4A 104 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Wickersham St SAMR-25.0 SAMR-25.0 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϵ͘ϭϳϬΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϮ͘ϯϮϲΖ ϰϴΣϯϵΖϭϬ͘ϮΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϮΖϭϵ͘ϲΗ 48.65283, -122.20544 Acme 21StrategySAMR-25.0 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Deploy hard boom on upstream side of bridge over creek on Wickersham St. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on downstream side of hard boom and on downstream side of roadway bridge. Use anchor posts, trees, or existing structures to secure boom to creek banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection from roadway near bridge. Keep vehicles and heavy equipment on paved areas and limit foot traffic on grass/shoulder.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite on road surface. Lane closure is required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Keep equipment and personnel on paved areas to reduce impact on endangered species. Water may flow over road.

Watercourse: River - Samish River (wetland: low flow year-round) Resources at Risk: Critical Wetland Area, Raptors, Reptiles and Amphibians, T/E Species, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 100 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 105 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Wickersham St SAMR-25.0

SAMR-25.0 Photo: From river right (Point B), facing ENE upstream towards river left at strategy location. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Sedro-Woolley. Whatcom County Public Works 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (14.25 miles) Primary Contact : 3. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) 360-778-6200 4. Turn right on Cook Rd (4.21 miles) Whatcom Land Trust 5. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Cook Rd (0.13 miles) 6. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on North Cascades Scenic Hwy (WA-20) (0.34 Alternate Contact : Property owner miles) 360.650.9470 7. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on WA-9 (WA-20 E) (0.74 miles) 8. Turn left at Moore St / Township St to stay on WA-9 (N Township St) (10.23 miles) Nearest Address 9. Turn right on Wickersham St (0.34 miles) 10. Site is at low bridge before road curves to the right. 5278 Wickersham St Acme, WA 98220

Appendix 4A 106 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Innis Creek Rd SAMR-26.9 SAMR-26.9 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϰϬ͘ϲϯϲΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϭ͘ϳϱϴΖ ϰϴΣϰϬΖϯϴ͘ϭΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϭΖϰϱ͘ϱΗ 48.67726, -122.19597 Acme 22StrategySAMR-26.9 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Deploy hard boom on upstream side of bridge over creek on Innis Creek Rd. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on downstream side of hard boom and on downstream side of roadway bridge. Use anchor posts, trees, or existing structures to secure boom to creek banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection from roadway near bridge. Keep vehicles and heavy equipment on paved areas and limit foot traffic on grass/shoulder.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite on road surface. Lane closure is required. Site Safety: Rail Crossing Nearby; Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Keep equipment and personnel on paved areas to reduce impact on endangered species.

Watercourse: River - Samish River (wetland: low flow year-round) Resources at Risk: Critical Wetland Area, Raptors, Reptiles and Amphibians, T/E Species, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B2 (Contractor Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 107 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Innis Creek Rd SAMR-26.9

SAMR-26.9 Photo: From river left (Point D), facing N towards river right at strategy location, downstream of bridge. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Sedro-Woolley. Whatcom Land Trust 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (14.25 miles) Land/Property Owner : Property owner 3. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) 412 N. Commercial St. 4. Turn right on Cook Rd (4.21 miles) Bellingham, WA 98227 5. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Cook Rd (0.13 miles) 360.650.9470 6. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on North Cascades Scenic Hwy (WA-20) (0.34 miles) Nearest Address 7. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on WA-9 (WA-20 E) (0.74 miles) 8. Turn left at Moore St / Township St to stay on WA-9 (N Township St) (12.13 miles) 978 Innis Creek Rd 9. Turn right on Doran Rd (Doren Rd) (0.26 miles) Acme, WA 98220 11͘dĂŬĞƚŚĞĨŝƌƐƚƌŝŐŚƚŽŶ/ŶŶŝƐƌĞĞŬZĚ;0.08 miles) 12. Site is at small bridge crossing over Samish River.

Appendix 4A 108 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Doran Rd SAMR-27.0 SAMR-27.0 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϰϬ͘ϳϭϬΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϭ͘ϳϰϴΖ ϰϴΣϰϬΖϰϮ͘ϲΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϭΖϰϰ͘ϵΗ 48.67850, -122.19580 Acme 23StrategySAMR-27.0 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on the Samish River Implementation: Deploy hard boom on upstream side of bridge over creek on Doran Rd. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on downstream side of hard boom and on downstream side of roadway bridge. Use anchor posts, trees, or existing structures to secure boom to creek banks. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection from roadway near bridge. Keep vehicles and heavy equipment on paved areas and limit foot traffic on grass/shoulder.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite on road surface. Lane closure is required. Site Safety: Rail Crossing Nearby; Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Keep equipment and personnel on paved areas to reduce impact on endangered species.

Watercourse: River - Samish River (wetland: low flow year-round) Resources at Risk: Critical Wetland Area, Raptors, Reptiles and Amphibians, T/E Species, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 109 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Samish River at Doran Rd SAMR-27.0

SAMR-27.0 Photo: From river right (Point A), facing E towards river left at strategy location, downstream of bridge. Taken at high spring water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Sedro-Woolley. Whatcom County Public Works 2. At exit 218 take ramp on the right and go on Starbird Rd. (14.25 miles) Primary Contact : 3. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) 360-778-6200 4. Turn right on Cook Rd (4.21 miles) Whatcom Land Trust 5. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on Cook Rd (0.13 miles) 6. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on North Cascades Scenic Hwy (WA-20) (0.34 Alternate Contact : Property owner miles) 360.650.9470 7. At roundabout, take the second exit to proceed on WA-9 (WA-20 E) (0.74 miles) 8. Turn left at Moore St / Township St to stay on WA-9 (N Township St) (12.13 miles) Nearest Address 9. Turn right on Doran Rd (Doren Rd) (0.32 miles) 10. Site is just past railroad crossing at small bridge over Samish River. 5453 Doran Rd Acme, WA 98220

Appendix 4A 110 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish at Silver Creek (KM SI-0.0) SLVRC-0.0 SLVRC-0.0 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϰϬ͘ϰϬϵΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϯ͘ϵϱϯΖ ϰϴΣϰϬΖϮϰ͘ϲΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϯΖϱϳ͘ϮΗ 48.67349, -122.39921 Bellingham 24StrategySLVRC-0.0 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Silver Creek Implementation: Deploy one length of hard boom across creek, upstream of Greene Point Road. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent across creek, upstream of hard boom. Deploy additional sorbent across creek downstream of road. If time allows, use plywood and plastic to create culvert block or underflow dam on upstream side of culvert, as needed based on stream flow conditions. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite on private road. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Private Homes Nearby; Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Narrow paved private street accessing half a dozen homes. Upstream side of road is trees/veg, no homes. Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway.

Watercourse: Creek - Silver Creek Resources at Risk: Diving Duck Concentrations, Lake Habitat, Raptors, Salmon (Coho, Chinook and Chum), Shellfish, T/E Species, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 200 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Assort Fill material (sand, earth, gravel, sandbags) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 20 Feet Plastic Sheeting 2 Each Plywood sheets (4ft x 8ft) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

3 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 111 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish at Silver Creek (KM SI-0.0) SLVRC-0.0

SLVRC-0.0 Photo: From creek left, facing NW downstream towards creek right at strategy location. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Bellingham, head South on I-5 towards Lake Samish Whatcom County Public Works 2. At exit 246 take ramp on the right toward N Lake Samish (0.19 miles) Primary Contact : 3. Turn left on N Lake Samish Dr (0.76 miles) 360-778-6200 4. Bear right to stay on N Lake Samish Dr (0.2 miles) 5. Turn left on Greene Pt (Greene Point Rd) (0.04 miles) Nearest Address 6. Finish at 6 Greene Point Road, 98229, on the right 6 Greene Point Road Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4A 112 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Swede Creek at Grip Rd SWDC-0.1 SWDC-0.1 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϮϳϮΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϳ͘ϯϮϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϭϲ͘ϯΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϳΖϭϵ͘ϰΗ 48.55454, -122.28872 Sedro-Woolley 25StrategySWDC-0.1 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Swede Creek Implementation: Deploy one length of hard boom across creek, upstream of Grip Road. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent across creek, upstream of hard boom. If time allows, use plywood and plastic to create culvert block or underflow dam on upstream side of culvert, as needed based on stream flow conditions. Replace saturated sorbents as needed. If product collecting beyond capacity sorbents can handle, use vac-truck or skimmer/storage for collection at Grip Rd.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite in Skagit Land Trust gravel parking lot, 50 ft west of culvert. Lane closure is required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Beaver Pits; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Close westbound lane of Grip Rd - no shoulder. Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Stone culvert passing under road. Swede empties into Samish River just downstream.

Watercourse: Creek - Swede Creek Resources at Risk: Raptors, Riparian Habitat, Salmon, T/E Species Recommended Equipment

2 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 100 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 100 Feet Boom - Sorbent 1 Assort Fill material (sand, earth, gravel, sandbags) 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 20 Feet Plastic Sheeting 2 Each Plywood sheets (4ft x 8ft) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

3 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 113 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Swede Creek at Grip Rd SWDC-0.1

SWDC-0.1 Photo: From creek left, facing N upstream towards strategy location. Side channel entering from right. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North past Mt Vernon Skagit Land Trust 2. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Road (0.25 miles) Land/Property Contact : Land owner 3. Turn right on Bow Hill Rd (0.79 miles) 4. Continue on Prairie Rd (1.89 miles) Mount Vernon, WA 98273 5. Turn left at F&S Grade Rd to stay on Prairie Rd (0.28 miles) 360-428-7878 6. Turn right on Grip Rd (0.1 miles) 7. Finish at 21063 Grip Rd, 98284, on the left. Nearest Address 8. Small pull-off/gate for Tope Ryan Conservation Area. Swede Creek culvert is50 ft east of gate. 21063 Grip Rd Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284

Appendix 4A 114 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Thomas Creek at Green Rd THOM-0.7 THOM-0.7 Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϭ͘ϱϬϭΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬ͘ϬϴϴΖ ϰϴΣϯϭΖϯϬ͘ϭΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϬΖϱ͘ϯΗ 48.52502, -122.33480 Burlington 26StrategyTHOM-0.7 Objective: Collection : Collect oil moving downstream on Thomas Creek Implementation: Secure 100 ft section of boom to shore on creek right, at/near Point A (~50ft upstream of Green Road bridge). Use bridge to extend boom across creek and downstream, and secure to shore on creek left, at/near Point B (roadside). Deploy additional length of hard boom downstream of roadway. Deploy multiple lengths of sorbent boom on downstream side of hard boom. Use shoreside anchoring systems or existing features to secure boom to banks. Adjust boom angles as needed based on streamflow. Vac truck or skimmer/storage collection from Green Rd shoulder.

Staging Area: Onsite : Stage onsite at shoulder of Green Rd bridge. Lane closure may be required. Site Safety: Traffic Hazard; Water Hazard (PFD Required); Slips, Trips, Falls; Heavy Vegetation. Field Notes: Follow WSDOT work zone traffic control guidelines when working on or near roadway. Wetland area, ground may be muddy off paved surfaces. Slow-moving creek adjacent (not connected) to restoration ponds.

Watercourse: Creek - Thomas Creek Resources at Risk: Riparian Habitat, Salmon, T/E Species, Waterfowl Recommended Equipment

4 Each Anchoring System(s)- Shoreside 200 Feet Boom - B3 (River Boom) or equivalent 100 Feet Boom - Sorbent 100 Feet Line - 1/2" poly line 1 Each Machete(s) - (or other vegetation cutting tool) 1 Each Vac Truck or Skimmer and Storage Recommended Personnel

2 Laborer 1 Supervisor

Appendix 4A 115 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Thomas Creek at Green Rd THOM-0.7

THOM-0.7 Photo: From creek left, facing N upstream towards creek right at strategy location. Downstream side of Green Road. Taken at low winter water.

Site Contact Driving Directions 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Mt Vernon Skagit Land Trust 2. At exit 232 bear right onto ramp to Cook Road toward Sedro-Woolley (0.26 miles) Land/Property Owner : Land owner 3. Turn right on Cook Rd (200 feet) 4. Make the next left on Old Highway 99/Belleville Rd (1.5 miles) Mount Vernon, WA 98273 5. Turn right on Kelleher Rd (0.2 mi) 360-428-7878 6. Turn right onto Green Rd (50ĨĞĞƚͿ 7͘&ŝŶŝƐŚŶĞĂƌ8312 Green Rd, 98233. Site is at bridge just off Kelleher Rd. Nearest Address . EŽƚĞ͗'ƌĞĞŶZŽĂĚŝƐŶĞĞĚŽĨƌĞƉĂŝƌ͘,ǁLJͲ99 to Kelleher is much faster than taking Cook Rd straight 8312 Green Rd to Green Rd. Burlington, WA 98233

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APPENDIX 4B Notification Strategy 2-Pagers

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NOTIFICATION STRATEGIES – LIST

FRIC-1.7-N

Appendix 4B 118 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery on Friday Creek FRIC-1.7-N FRIC-1.7-N Position - Location: ϰϴΣϯϯ͘ϵϬϳΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϭϵ͘ϵϱϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϯΖϱϰ͘ϰΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϭϵΖϱϳ͘ϮΗ 48.56512, -122.33255 Burlington 27StrategyFRIC-1.7-N Objective: Notification : Notify Samish Fish Hatchery so they can take action to protect their water intake Implementation: Call WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery at 360-724-3131 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the hatchery water intake on Friday Creek, so they can take action to protect the resources under their control, including the protection of the water intake and fish ladder near this location.

Field Notes: Water intake and fish ladder are located at Friday Creek RM 1.7, half a mile upstream of the actual hatchery location.

Watercourse: Creek - Friday Creek

Resources at Risk: : Fish Hatchery, Fish Ladder(s), Water Intakes Communication Process and Action:

Call WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery at 360-724-3131 and inform them of any significant oil spill or potential spill that impacts or threatens to impact the water intake and fish ladder on Friday Creek. The hatchery will determine what action(s) they need to take to protect their hatchery. Actions by WDFW might include shutting down their water intake pumps and closing intake valves.

If there is no answer at the hatchery, try the regional hatchery manager at 425-775- 1311 or page the WDFW oil spill team at 360-534-8233.

Implementation of response strategy FRIC-1.7 by contractors is also an option to further protect the intakes and fish ladder from oiling. Ask the hatchery staff to unlock the gate to the intake's access road if possible. Contractors will cut off padlock if needed.

Appendix 4B 119 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery on Friday Creek FRIC-1.7-N

FRIC-1.7-N Photo: From Friday Creek right, looking N at fish ladder and spillway at water intake diversion dam.

Site Contact Driving Directions

WDFW Samish Fish Hatchery 1͘&ƌŽŵĞůůŝŶŐŚĂŵ͕ŚĞĂĚ^ŽƵƚŚŽŶ/Ͳ5 towards Burlington. Primary Contact : 2. At exit 236 bear right onto ramp to Bow Hill Rd toward Bow-Edison (0.22 miles) 3. Turn left on Bow Hill Rd (0.92 miles) 360-724-3131 4. Turn left on Old WA-99 N (Old Highway 99 North Rd) (0.49 miles) Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 5. Finish at 5585 Old Highway 99, 98233, on the right - this is the hatchery itself. Secondary Contact : Region 4 6. To access water intake, continue past hatchery and take first left onto unmarked dirt road with 425-775-1311 gate. Intake is at the end of the road.

Nearest Address

5585 Old Highway 99 Burlington, WA 98233

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APPENDIX 4C Staging Area 2-Pagers

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STAGING AREAS - LIST

SA-LKSAM-2.7

SA-NPS-79**

**Staging Area from the San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound GRP that’s included in this appendix

Appendix 4C 122 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Boat Launch SA-LKSAM-2.7 SA-LKSAM-2.7 Staging Area

28PositionSA-LKSAM-2.7 - Location: ϰϴΣϰϬ͘ϬϬϳΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮ͘ϱϵϯΖ ϰϴΣϰϬΖ͘ϰΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮΖϯϱ͘ϲΗ 48.66678, -122.37655 Bellingham Comments: Coordinate use of staging area with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message.

Location Information

Asset Type/Status Amount/Number Boat Dock(s) No Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1 Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon & Sprint 3G Covered Spaces No Estimated Lot Size 10000 SqFt Fuel No Lot Cover (Primary) Asphalt Parking - Car Marked 5 Parking - Trailer Marked 20 Power No Restroom Restroom - Vault 1 User Fee Yes Discover Pass Required Waste Disposal None GRP Response Strategies Served: Water (potable) No LKSAM-4.0, LKSAM-0.5

Appendix 4C 123 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Boat Launch SA-LKSAM-2.7

SA-LKSAM-2.7 Photo: South of boat launch looking N.

Site Contact Driving Directions

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Whatcom County. 2͘ƚĞdžŝƚ242 take ramp on the right to Nulle Rd. toward S. Lake Samish (0.26 miles) Land/Property Owner : Region 4 3. Turn left on Nulle Rd (0.11 miles) 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard 4. Turn right on E Lake Samish Dr (1.2 miles) Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 5. Turn left into boat launch parking lot at 597 E Lake Samish Dr, 98229. Sign for WDFW boat 425-775-1311 launch.

Nearest Address 597 E Lake Samish Dr

Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4C 124 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Larrabee State Park SA-NPS-79 SA-NPS-79 Staging Area

29PositionSA-NPS- - Location:79 ϰϴΣϯϵ͘ϮϱϳΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵ͘ϲϮϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϵΖϭϱ͘ϰΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵΖϯϳ͘ϰΗ 48.65428, -122.49371 Bellingham Comments: Coordinate access and use of Boat Launch/Parking Area with Park Rangers; call 360-676-2093 (office hours), 360-305-9367 (after- hours) or 360-319-2118 (after-hours). Also call 360-755-9231 x233 (Regional Parks Manager) and 360-259-3273 (Parks HQ).

Location Information

Asset Type/Status Amount/Number Boat Dock(s) No None Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1 Cell Phone Coverage Not Determined Estimated Lot Size 14,000 SqFt Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel 80% Parking - Car Not Marked 15 Parking - Trailer Not Marked 25 Power Not Determined Restroom Restroom - Vault 1 User Fee Yes Discovery Pass, $5 Launch Waste Disposal Trash Receptacle 2

GRP Response Strategies Served:

NPS-39, NPS-40, NPS-42

Appendix 4C 125 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Larrabee State Park SA-NPS-79

SA-NPS-79 Photo: Aerial image looking NE towards boat launch and parking area at Larrabee State Park.

Site Contact Driving Directions

Larrabee State Park TO STAGING AREA & BOAT LAUNCH (SA-NPS-79/BL-NPS-79) 1. Head North on I-5 towards Bellingham Primary Contact : Park Ranger 2. At exit 250 take ramp on the right to WA-11 S / Old Fairhaven Pkwy toward Chuckanut Dr 3. At end of ramp, turn left on Old Fairhaven Pkwy (WA-11) Bellingham, WA 98227 4. After 0.2mi, turn left on 30th St 360-676-2093 5. After 0.86mi, continue on 32nd St 6. After 0.1mi, turn right on Old Samish Rd 7. After 0.6mi, make sharp left on WA-11 (Chuckanut Dr) 8. After 3.5mi, turn right on Cove Rd Nearest Address 9. After 0.3mi, Turn left onto Pleasant Bay Rd 10. After 0.1mi, stay straight to enter parking area for boat launch 348 Cove Road

Bellingham, WA 98229

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APPENDIX 4D Boat Launch 2-Pagers

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BOAT LAUNCHES – LIST

BL-LKSAM-2.7 BL-NPS-79**

**Boat Launch from the San Juan Islands/North Puget Sound GRP that’s included in this appendix

Appendix 4D 128 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Boat Launch BL-LKSAM-2.7 BL-LKSAM-2.7 Boat Launch Location

30PositionBL-LKSAM-2.7 - Location: ϰϴΣϰϬ͘ϬϬϳΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮ͘ϱϵϯΖ ϰϴΣϰϬΖ͘ϰΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϮΖϯϱ͘ϲΗ 48.66678, -122.37655 Bellingham

Comments: Coordinate use of boat launch with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Region 4; call 425-775-1311; if after-hours leave message.

Location Information

Asset Type/Status Amount/Number Boat Dock(s) No Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1 Cell Phone Coverage Yes Verizon & Sprint 3G Covered Spaces No Estimated Lot Size 10000 SqFt Fuel No Lot Cover (Primary) Asphalt Parking - Car Marked 5 Parking - Trailer Marked 20 Power No Restroom Restroom - Vault 1 User Fee Yes Discover Pass Required Waste Disposal None GRP Response Strategies Served: Water (potable) No

LKSAM-4.0, LKSAM-0.5, LKSAM-2.7

Appendix 4D 129 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Lake Samish Boat Launch BL-LKSAM-2.7

SA-LKSAM-2.7 Photo: South of boat launch looking N.

Site Contact Driving Directions Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 1. From Seattle, take I-5 North towards Whatcom County. Land/Property Owner : Region 4 2͘ƚĞdžŝƚ242 take ramp on the right to Nulle Rd. toward S. Lake Samish (0.26 miles) 16018 Mill Creek Boulevard 3. Turn left on Nulle Rd (0.11 miles) Mill Creek, WA 98012-1296 4. Turn right on E Lake Samish Dr (1.2 miles) 425-775-1311 5. Turn left into boat launch parking lot at 597 E Lake Samish Dr, 98229. Sign for WDFW boat launch.

Nearest Address

597 E Lake Samish Dr Bellingham, WA 98229

Appendix 4D 130 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Larrabee State Park BL-NPS-79 BL-NPS-79 Boat Launch Location

31PositionBL-NPS- - Location:79 ϰϴΣϯϵ͘ϮϱϳΖ͕ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵ͘ϲϮϯΖ ϰϴΣϯϵΖϭϱ͘ϰΗ, ͲϭϮϮΣϮϵΖϯϳ͘ϰΗ 48.65428, -122.49371 Bellingham

Comments: Bellingham Bay

Location Information

Asset Type/Status Amount/Number Boat Dock(s) No None Boat Ramp(s) Concrete, Solid 1 Cell Phone Coverage Not Determined Estimated Lot Size 14,000 SqFt Lot Cover (Primary) Gravel 80% Parking - Car Not Marked 15 Parking - Trailer Not Marked 25 Power Not Determined Restroom Restroom - Vault 1 User Fee Yes Discovery Pass, $5 Launch Waste Disposal Trash Receptacle 2

GRP Response Strategies Served:

NPS-39, NPS-40, NPS-33, NPS-42

Appendix 4D 131 SAMISH RIVER GRP JUNE 2017 Larrabee State Park BL-NPS-79

SA-NPS-79 Photo: Aerial image looking NE towards boat launch and parking area at Larrabee State Park.

Site Contact Driving Directions Larrabee State Park TO STAGING AREA & BOAT LAUNCH (SA-NPS-79/BL-NPS-79) Primary Contact : Park Ranger 1. Head North on I-5 towards Bellingham 2. At exit 250 take ramp on the right to WA-11 S / Old Fairhaven Pkwy toward Chuckanut Dr Bellingham, WA 98227 3. At end of ramp, turn left on Old Fairhaven Pkwy (WA-11) 360-676-2093 4. After 0.2mi, turn left on 30th St 5. After 0.86mi, continue on 32nd St 6. After 0.1mi, turn right on Old Samish Rd Nearest Address 7. After 0.6mi, make sharp left on WA-11 (Chuckanut Dr) 8. After 3.5mi, turn right on Cove Rd 348 Cove Road 9. After 0.3mi, Turn left onto Pleasant Bay Rd Bellingham, WA 98229 10. After 0.1mi, stay straight to enter parking area for boat launch

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CHAPTER 6 Resources at Risk

6.1 CHAPTER INTRODUCTION

This chapter provides a summary of natural, cultural, and economic resources at risk in the planning area. It provides general information on habitat, fish, and wildlife resources, and locations in the area where sensitive natural resource concerns exist. It offers a summary of cultural resources that include fundamental procedures for the discovery of cultural artifacts and human skeletal remains. General information about flight restrictions, wildlife deterrence, and oiled wildlife can be found near the end of this chapter. A list of economic resources in the area is provided in the chapter’s appendix.

This chapter is purposely broad in scope and should not be considered comprehensive. Some of the sensitive resources described in this chapter cannot be addressed in Chapter 4 (Response Strategies and Priorities) because it’s not possible to conduct effective response activities in these locations. Additional information from private organizations or federal, state, tribal, and local government agencies should also be sought during spills.

This material is presented with enough detail to give general information about the area during the first phase of a spill response. During an actual incident, more information about resources at risk will be available from the Environmental Unit in the Planning Section.

The information provided in this chapter can be used in:

 Assisting the Environmental Unit (EU) and Operations in developing additional response strategies beyond those found in Chapter 4.

 Providing resource-at-risk “context” to responders, clean-up workers, and others during the initial phase of a spill response in the GRP area.

 Briefing responders and incident command staff that may be unfamiliar with sensitive resource concerns in the GRP area.

 Providing background information for personnel involved in media presentations and public outreach during a spill incident.

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6.2 NATURAL RESOURCES AT RISK - SUMMARY

Most biological communities are susceptible to the effects of oil spills. Plant communities on land, aquatic plants; microscopic plants and animals; and larger animals, such as fish, amphibians and reptiles, birds, mammals, and a wide variety of invertebrates, are all potentially at risk from smothering, acute toxicity, and/or the chronic long-term effects that may result from being exposed to spilled oil.

The Samish River basin includes a wide variety of aquatic, riparian, and upland habitats. The area provides habitat to all of Washington’s anadromous salmonid species and affords a variety of habitat to many bird species as well. These varied habitats support a complex diversity of wildlife species, including large and small mammals; passerine (song) birds, raptors, upland birds, and waterfowl; reptiles; and amphibians. Some species are resident throughout the year; while others are migratory either within the basin or, in many cases, seasonally migrate outside the basin. Many wildlife species found in this area are classified as threatened, endangered, sensitive, or candidate for listing under the federal Endangered Species Act or Washington State guidelines.

Classification types are listed below, with the abbreviation of each type provided in the brackets (to the right of the classification).

 Federal Endangered (FE)  Federal Threatened (FT)  Federal Candidate (FC)  State Endangered (SE)  State Threatened (ST)  State Sensitive (SS)

Sensitive species that may occur within this area, at some time of year, include the following federal and state listed species:

Birds  Common loon [SS]  Marbled Murrelet [FT/ST]  Streaked Horned Lark [FT/SE]*  Yellow-billed Cuckoo [FT]*

Fish  Bull Trout/Dolly Varden [FT]  Chinook salmon[FT]  Steelhead [FT]

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Amphibian and Reptile  Oregon Spotted Frog [FT/SE]

* Unlikely to be directly oiled during a spill incident.

6.2.1 General Resource Concerns 6.2.1a Habitats  The sloughs and river deltas associated with the larger drainages provide a variety of key habitats for fish, shellfish, waterfowl, herons, and other species.

 Shallow intertidal and subtidal habitats, sheltered bays and coves are critically important as rearing areas for juvenile salmon, Dungeness crab, hardshell clams and other fish and shellfish. These habitats are important feeding areas for marine birds, shorebirds, herons, and eagles.

 The salt marsh located in sheltered areas of the Samish River delta supports a diverse array of fish and wildlife species.

 The riparian areas adjacent to the Samish River, and its tributaries, contain elements of both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and provide rich and vital resources to a wide variety of fish and wildlife. Approximately 85 percent of Washington’s terrestrial vertebrate wildlife species depend on riparian habitats for all or critical portions of their life histories. In particular, passerine and other bird species heavily utilize riparian areas for foraging year-round, and for nesting in the spring and summer.

 Human-made structures such as pilings, rock jetties or log rafts may be used as roosting or nesting areas for a variety of birds and raptors and haulout areas for seals.

 The rivers and streams of this region provide abundant habitat for spawning salmonids.

 Wetlands in this region include areas along the main stem of the Samish River. All wetland types support a diverse array of bird, insect and fish and wildlife species.

 Islands provide important nesting habitat for a variety of bird species, as well as habitat for a variety of mammals. Gravel bars provide spawning habitat for Chinook salmon.

 Stream estuaries that connect the freshwater and marine water environments are concentration areas for anadromous fish and are feeding areas for a variety of birds.

6.2.1b Fish and Shellfish  Salmonids (including Chinook, coho, chum, pink, sockeye, cutthroat trout--resident and coastal, steelhead, and bull trout) are present in the river system throughout the year. Thousands of juvenile salmonids use the nearshore areas, backwaters and sloughs as

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rearing and foraging areas. Returning adult salmonids spawn throughout the river system and support significant tribal, commercial and recreational fisheries. Some stocks are present year-round.

 Pacific herring spawn throughout the nearshore areas of Samish Bay.

 In addition to salmonids, several dozen species of freshwater fish exist in Washington streams and rivers - including those within the Samish River basin. These species all provide important contributions to stream ecology.

 Hardshell clams and oysters are commonly found intertidally along this area’s marine shorelines. Extensive geoduck beds also occur intertidally and sub-tidally throughout much of the region.

 Dungeness crabs are commonly found within the Samish River delta into Samish Bay.

6.2.1c Wildlife  Seabird concentrations routinely occur year-round in the marine areas adjacent to the rivers mouths and shorelines. The largest concentrations occur in these areas from the fall through the spring months. There are documented seabird nesting colonies on the islands near Samish and Padilla Bays.

 Shorebird concentrations (dunlins, sandpipers, plovers, etc. in the many thousands) routinely occur along the mudflats of the river deltas during the annual migrations (fall through spring).

 Bald eagles and great blue herons nest throughout the region and forage in intertidal and nearshore waters year-round. Peregrine falcons also occur in the Samish River and delta.

 Waterfowl concentrations including trumpeter swans and a variety of other species may be found seasonally throughout the region with heavy concentrations in the lower rivers and deltas.

 Oregon spotted frog may be present in the undisturbed shallow lakes and emergent wetlands associated with the Samish River, and in the river itself. These frogs use the seasonally-flooded pastures and fields adjacent to the main stem of the Samish River for breeding and rearing. Where there are wetlands, they will remain in the permanent waters of the wetland year-round. However, in many areas of this system, the permanent water is the Samish River, which is used by both adult frogs and tadpoles as they mature and metamorphose into frogs.

 Resident and migratory songbirds and other birds rely heavily on riparian habitats year- round for foraging, and seasonally for nesting, and are susceptible to oil ingestion, and

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oiling if riparian vegetation and shorelines become contaminated. Sensitive riparian nesting species include Lewis’s woodpeckers and willow flycatchers, among others.

 Harbor seal haulouts are present in the area, with the Samish River delta a regionally important site. In addition, California sea lions are often observed using navigational buoys in the adjacent marine waters as haulouts.

 Mammals common to the area include deer and elk, bats, and various semi-aquatic species such as muskrat, beaver, river otter, etc. The semi-aquatic mammals are largely dependent on riverine areas, ponds, tributaries, and riparian forests for den sites and foraging areas.

6.2.2 Specific Geographic Areas of Concern 1. Lake Samish – waterfowl concentrations (especially diving ducks), eagles, Townsend’s big- eared bats, salmonids and freshwater mussels. Lake, riparian, and wetland habitats.

2. Samish River Delta – harbor seal haulouts, waterfowl and shorebird concentrations, forage fish spawning habitat.

Figure 6-1: Samish River Specific Geographic Areas of Concern

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6.3 CULTURAL RESOURCES AT RISK - SUMMARY Culturally significant resources are present within the planning area. Information regarding the type and location of cultural resources is maintained by the Washington Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation (WDAHP). This sensitive information is made available to the Washington Department of Ecology for oil spill preparedness and response planning. The Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs) or Cultural Resource Departments of local tribes (see Table 6-1) may also be able to provide information on cultural resources at risk in the area and should be contacted, along with WDAHP, through normal trustee notification processes when significant oil spills, or smaller spills above reportable thresholds, occur in the area.

During a spill response, after the Unified Command is established, information related to specific archeological concerns will be coordinated through the Environmental Unit. In order to ensure that tactical response strategies do not inadvertently harm culturally sensitive sites, WDAHP should be consulted before disturbing any soil or sediment during a response action. WDAHP and/or the Tribal governments may assign a person, or provide a list of professional archeologists that can be contracted, to monitor response activities and cleanup operations for the protection of cultural resources. Due to the sensitive nature of such information, details regarding the location and type of cultural resources present are not included in this document.

Table 6-1: SAMR-GRP Cultural Resource Contacts

Contact Phone Email Washington Department of Archaeology (360) 586-30 [email protected] and Historic Preservation 80 Lummi Nation (360) 312-2257, [email protected] (360) 961-7752 Muckleshoot Tribe, (253) 876-3272 [email protected] Nooksack Indian Tribe (360) 592-5176, [email protected] (360) 305-9126 Samish Indian Nation (360) 293-6404 x126 [email protected] Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe (360) 436-0347 [email protected] Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians (360) 652-3687 x14 [email protected] The Suquamish Tribe (360) 394-8529 [email protected] Swinomish Indian Tribal Community (360) 466-7352 [email protected]

Tulalip Tribes (425) 239-0182 [email protected] Upper Skagit Indian Tribe (360) 854-7009 [email protected]

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6.3.1 Discovery of Human Skeletal Remains

Any human remains, burial sites, or burial-related materials that are discovered during a spill response must be treated with respect at all times (photographing human remains is prohibited to all except the appropriate authorities). Refer to Section 9403 of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for National Historic Preservation Act Compliance Guidelines during an emergency response.

6.3.2 Procedures for the Discovery of Cultural Resources

If any person monitoring work activities or involved in spill response believes that they have encountered cultural resources, all work must be stopped immediately and the Incident Commander and Cultural Resource Specialist notified. The area of work stoppage must be adequate to provide for the security, protection, and integrity of the material or artifact(s) discovered.

Prehistoric Cultural Resources: (May include, but are not limited to, any of the following items)

 Lithic debitage (stone chips and other tool-making byproducts)  Flaked or ground stone tools  Exotic rock, minerals, or quarries  Concentrations of organically stained sediments, charcoal, or ash  Fire-modified rock  Rock alignments or rock structures  Bone (burned, modified, or in association with other bone, artifacts, or features)  Shell or shell fragments  Petroglyphs and pictographs  Fish weirs, fish traps, and prehistoric water craft  Culturally modified trees  Physical locations or features (traditional cultural properties)

Historic cultural material: (May include any of the following items over 50 years old)

 Bottles, or other glass  Cans  Ceramics  Milled wood, brick, concrete, metal, or other building material  Trash dumps  Homesteads, building remains  Logging, mining, or railroad features  Piers, wharves, docks, bridges, dams, or shipwrecks

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6.4 ECONOMIC RESOURCES AT RISK SUMMARY

Socio-economic sensitive resources are facilities or locations that rely on a body of water to be economically viable. Because of their location, they could be severely impacted if an oil spill were to occur. Economically sensitive resources are separated into three categories: critical infrastructure, water dependent commercial areas, and water dependent recreation areas. Appendix 6A of this chapter provides a list of economic resources for this planning area.

6.5 GENERAL INFORMATION

6.5.1 Flight restriction zones

Flight restriction zones may be recommended by the Environmental Unit (Planning Section) for the purpose of reducing disturbances that could result in injury to wildlife during an oil spill. By keeping a safe distance or altitude from identified sensitive areas, pilots can lessen the risk of aircraft/bird collisions, prevent the accidental hazing of wildlife into oiled areas, and avoid causing the abandonment of nests.

Implementation of Flight Restriction Zones will take place within the Air Operations Branch (Operations Section) after a Unified Command is formed. The Planning Section’s Environmental Unit will work with the Air Ops Branch Director to resolve any potential conflicts with flight activities that are essential to the spill response effort. Typically, the area within a 1,500-foot radius and below 1,000 feet in altitude is restricted to flying in areas that have been identified as sensitive; however, some areas have more restrictive zones. In addition to restrictions associated with wildlife, Tribal authorities may also request notification when overflights are likely to affect culturally sensitive areas within reservations. See Section 9301.3.2 and Section 9301.3.3 of the Northwest Area Contingency Plan for more information on the use of aircraft and helicopters in open water and shoreline responses.

6.5.2 Wildlife Deterrence

After a Unified Command is formed, the Wildlife Branch (Operations Section), in consultation with the appropriate trustee agencies and the Environmental Unit, will evaluate wildlife deterrent options for the purpose of keeping un-oiled birds and mammals away from oil during a spill. The "Bird Deterrence Unit" and "Marine Mammal Deterrence Unit" in the Wildlife Branch would participate in operations. Deterrence options might include the use of acoustic or visual deterrent devices, boats, aircraft or other situation-appropriate tools. For more information see the Northwest Wildlife Response Plan (NWACP Section 9310) and Northwest Area Wildlife Deterrence Resources (NWACP Section 9311).

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6.5.3 Oiled Wildlife

Attempting to capture oiled wildlife can be hazardous to both the animal and the person attempting the capture. Response personnel should not approach or attempt to recover oiled wildlife. Responders should report their observations of oiled wildlife to the Wildlife Branch so appropriate action can be taken. Information provided should include the location, date, and time of the sighting, and the estimated number and kind of animals observed. Early on in the response, before a Unified Command is established, oiled wildlife sightings should be reported to Washington Emergency Management Division. For more information see the Northwest Wildlife Response Plan (NWACP Section 9310).

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List of Economic Resources

Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email Surface water intakes on Whatcom 360-778-6000 A1 – Drinking Water Lake Samish - Lake Samish in Whatcom 48.6676 -122.3900 County Public Afterhours: 360- n/a Intakes Multiple County Health 715-2588 A3 – Federal or State Multiple Tide Gates on District 25 360-708-1227 Water Projects or Skagit Diking and Samish River near Bow, Commissioner 702-281-9735 n/a Irrigation Channels for Drainage District 25 WA Cell Phones 425-231-7375 Agriculture Thomas Creek Miles Sand and Concrete B1 – Industrial Intakes 663 Pease Rd, Burlington 48.5261 -122.3081 360-757-3121 n/a Gravel Nor’West Office WA 98233 Samish River – 8198 Old B1 – Industrial Intakes Lakeside Industries Hwy. 99 N, Burlington, WA 48.5235 -122.3502 Burlington Plant 360-757-7133 n/a 98233 Miles Sand and Concrete B1 – Industrial Intakes Samish River 48.5456 -122.3351 360-757-3121 n/a Gravel Nor’West Office B5 – Commercial David and Viki 360-420-6945 Fishing and Shellfish Acme Seafood Inc. Samish Bay 48.5745 -122.4730 n/a Schimke 360-766-6070 Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial 360-766-6172 Fishing and Shellfish Blau Oyster Company Samish Bay 48.5732 -122.4870 Paul Blau n/a 360-708-6949 Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Chuckanut Shellfish, Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5911 -122.4590 William Dewey 360-790-2330 n/a Inc. Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Fish Point Oyster Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5801 -122.4910 Michael McHugh 360-939-2180 n/a Company Harvest Areas

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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email B5 – Commercial Fishing and Shellfish Henckes Clams Inc. Samish Bay 48.5982 -122.4550 John Heckes 503-791-0576 n/a Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Penn Cove Shellfish 360-678-4803 Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5801 -122.4800 Ian Jefferds n/a LLC 360-914-0089 Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Fishing and Shellfish Puget Sound Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5807 -122.4760 Laura Dunn 360-466-7313 n/a Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Gerardo Fishing and Shellfish Rodarte Enterprises Samish Bay 48.5810 -122.4690 360-708-8680 n/a Rodarte Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Samish Bay Oyster Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5790 -122.4570 Tim Ratfield 360-766-6984 n/a Company Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial Samish Island Meats Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5765 -122.5070 Steven Squires 360-314-5563 n/a & Seafoods Harvest Areas B5 – Commercial 360-545-5663 Taylor Shellfish Co, Patty Calzada Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5811 -122.4590 360-766-6002 n/a Inc. Jason Ragan Harvest Areas 360-490-1558 B5 – Commercial Upper Skagit Indian Mike Bartlett 360-319-9849 Fishing and Shellfish Samish Bay 48.5796 -122.4800 n/a Tribe JP Shannahan 360-770-5374 Harvest Areas Friday Creek WDFW Samish WDFW Samish B6 – Fish Hatcheries 5585 Old Highway 99 48.5651 -122.3326 360-724-3131 n/a Hatchery Fish Hatchery Burlington, WA 98233 Whatcom C1 – Boating Areas Lake Samish All of Lake Samish 48.6708 -122.4124 County Parks 360-778-5850 n/a and Recreation Lake Samish Whatcom Lake Samish County C4 – Parks and Beaches 601 N Lake Samish 48.6708 -122.4124 County Parks 360-778-5850 n/a Park Bellingham, WA 98229 and Recreation

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Category Name Location Lat Long Contact Phone Email Skagit County Friday Creek Parks and C4 – Parks and Beaches Donovan Park 3494 Friday Creek Road 48.5952 -122.3290 360-416-1350 n/a Recreation Burlington, WA 98233 Department Skagit County Friday Creek Parks and C4 – Parks and Beaches Pomona Grange Park 5585 Old Highway 99 N 48.5648 -122.3328 360-416-1350 n/a Recreation Burlington, WA 98233 Department

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