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mature forestland. The forest contains mature mixed mesic hardwoods reported to contain state - listed plants including Lewis' heartleaf, Bush's sedge, and creamy tick - trefoil. The four -toed salamander and the greytail petaltail dragonfly are also reported in the area. This natural area is not expected to be impacted by the construction or operation of the transfer station because: • sediments from the Paydarfar site will be controlled by a closely monitored erosion control plan; • no waste water will be released to the stream; • there is no portion of the stream on the Paydarfar site; and • the natural area is about 7,000 feet downstream along the trace of the creek. 3.7 Areas of Archaeological or Historical Value According to the Orange County Environment and Resource Conservation Department (ERCD), there are no known archaeological or historical resources located on the proposed project site. The site has been occupied by a residence in recent times but the house burned a number of years ago. Another residence is also located on the property but was apparently never occupied. The ERCD has listed the Blackwood Farm, the Blackwood Grist Mill, and the Nunn Residence along Millhouse Road as identified historic sites closest to the subject property. Other historic sites are known in the area at greater distances. The Blackwood Farm site is located about 0.6 -mile north of the Paydarfar property and is presently occupied by the Spence's Farm facility. The Blackwood Mill and pond are located about 0.2 -mile north of the site. The mill has been converted into a residence. The Nunn residence is located about 0.3 -mile southeast of the Paydarfar site. None of these three sites appear likely to be impacted by the proposed operations at the transfer station. As shown on Exhibit I, ERCD has listed other properties in the area that may have cultural or historical significance. None of these sites appear likely to be impacted by the development of the Paydarfar site. In order to thoroughly understand the historical and cultural resources on the site and in the area of the property, TRC Environmental Corporation (TRC) was retained to perform a Cultural Resources Background Study for the site. The results of this study are contained in TRC's report of September 18, 2009 (see Appendix C for report). Based on a review of published literature, TRC found nine listed potential archaeological sites and seven identified potential historic structures within one mile of the Paydarfar tract. The nearest National Register of Historic Places property is the Hogan House about 0.6 -mile from the site. Environmental Assessment — Paydarfar Site 10 September 30, 2009