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B. AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY RUNOFF <br /> Agricultura and forest runoff contributes 38% of the phosphorus <br /> load in Falls and approximately 25% in the Jordan . Agricultural <br /> erosion results in problems of productivity for the farmer and <br /> in sediment tion, phosphorus, pesticides, and other pollutants <br /> entering th lakes . <br /> 1 . STATE ACTION <br /> NRCD recommends that : <br /> a . The Upper Neuse and Upper Cape Fear Basin erosion contro <br /> study recommendations be implemented over a five year <br /> period rather than 10 years as proposed. <br /> (1) Necessary computer mapping and data be provided to <br /> 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 be developed for implementation by local <br /> Soil and Water Conservation Districts . <br /> b. On-the-ground training for loggers and logging contracto s <br /> in the watershed to reduce sedimentation be provided. <br /> ( 1) NRCD fund purchase by forest landowners of seedling., <br /> seed, and mulch to stabilize critical areas . <br /> c. DOT select a target area and conduct a demonstration <br /> project to show the effectiveness of sedimentation control <br /> practices for rural road maintenance. <br /> - 2 - <br /> 1 <br />