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. I <br /> 0G3 <br /> 1 <br /> B, AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY RUNOFF <br /> Agriculturcll and forest runoff contributes 38% of the phosphorus <br /> load in FahS and approximately 25% in the Jordan. Agricultural <br /> I <br /> erosion results in problems of productivity for the former and <br /> in sedimenation, phosphorus, pesticides, and other pollutants <br /> I <br /> entering tl-e lakes. <br /> • 1 . STATE ACTION <br /> 1 <br /> /NRCD recommends that: <br /> 4 a. The Upper Neuse and Upper Cape Fear Basin erosion <br /> control study recommendations be implemented over a five <br /> Year period rather than 10 years as proposed. <br /> (1) Necessary computer mapping and data will be provided <br /> to agencies to implement the Upper Neuse and. Upper <br /> Cape Fear basin erosion control recommendations. <br /> (2) Model guidelines for treating critical erosion <br /> areas for county BMP (best management practices) <br /> programs will be developed for implementation by <br /> local Soil and Water Conservation Districts. <br /> b. Drill-the-ground training for loggers and logging contractors <br /> 1n the watershed to reduce sedimentation will be provided. <br /> I <br /> (1D NRCD will fund purchase by forest landowners of <br /> seedlings, seed, and mulch to stabilize critical <br /> areas. <br /> c, DOT will select a tarnet area and conduct a demonstration <br /> pr 11 ject to show the effectiveness of sedimentation control <br /> Practices for rural rood maintenance. <br /> -2- <br />