Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation Project - Ribble Valley
Hodder WTW Amp 6Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisal21 November 2019
Mott MacDonaldFloor 31 Whitehall RiversideLeeds LS1 4BNUnited KingdomT 44 (0)113 394 6700F 44 (0)113 394 6701mottmac.comHodder WTW Amp 6Renovation Project80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I00037Mott MacDonaldPreliminary Ecological Appraisal21 November 2019Mott MacDonald Limited. Registered inEngland and Wales no. 1243967.Registered office: Mott MacDonald House,8-10 Sydenham Road, Croydon CR0 2EE,United Kingdom
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological AppraisalIssue and Revision ellP RenshawApproverDescriptionB30.09.19S.CottellP RenshawN.SheltonFinal issue for planningC23.10.19K WaiteJ VulliamyP WyethUpdated with biodiversitycalculations following finallandscape planD21.11.19S.CottellN.SheltonP RenshawUpdated following clientcommentsFirst issue for planning preapplication meetingDocument reference: 80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037Information class: StandardThis document is issued for the party which commissioned it and for specific purposes connected with the abovecaptioned project only. It should not be relied upon by any other party or used for any other purpose.We accept no responsibility for the consequences of this document being relied upon by any other party, or beingused for any other purpose, or containing any error or omission which is due to an error or omission in data suppliedto us by other parties.This document contains confidential information and proprietary intellectual property. It should not be shown to otherparties without consent from us and from the party which commissioned it.This report has been prepared solely for use by the party which commissioned it (the ‘Client’) in connection with the captioned pr oject. It should not be used for any other purpose. No person other than the Client or any party who has expressly agreed ter ms of reliance with us (the ‘Recipient(s)’) may rely on the content, information or any views expressed in the report. We accept no duty of care, responsibility or liability to any other recipient of this document. This report is confidential and contains proprietary intellectual property.No representation, warranty or undertaking, express or implied, is made and no responsibility or liability is accepted by us to any party other than the Client or any Recipient(s), as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in this report. For the avoidance of doubt this report does not in any way purport to include any legal, insurance or financial advice or opinion.We disclaim all and any liability whether arising in tort or contract or otherwise which it might otherwise have to any party other than the Client or the Recipient(s), in respect of this report, or any information at tributed to it.We accept no responsibility for any error or omission in the report which is due to an error or omission in data, information or statements supplied to us by other parties including the client (‘Data’). We have not independently verified such Data and have assumed it to be accurate, complete, reliable and current as of the date of such information.Forecasts presented in this document were prepared using Data and the report is dependent or based on Data. Inevitably, some of the assumptions used to develop the forecasts will not be realised and unanticipated events and circumstances may occur. Consequently Mott Mac Donald does not guarantee or warrant the conclusions contained in the report as there are likely to be differences between the for ecasts and the actual results and those differences may be material. While we consider that the information and opinions given in this report are sound all parties must rely on their own skill and judgement when making use of it.Under no circumstances may this report or any extract or summary thereof be used in connection with any public or private sec urities offering including any related memorandum or prospectus for any securities offering or stock exchange listing or announcement.80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 2019
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological AppraisalContentsExecutive ckgroundAims and ObjectivesZone of InfluenceLegislative and Policy FrameworkPrevious InformationQuality Assurance & Environmental ManagementMethods52.12.22.32.45556Desk StudyExtended Phase 1 Habitat SurveyAssessment of Conservation ImportanceLimitationsResults3.13.23.33.43.5Desk Study3.1.1Statutory designated sites for nature conservation3.1.2Non-statutory designated sites for nature conservationExtended Phase 1 Habitat Survey3.2.1Broadleaved semi-natural woodland3.2.2Broadleaved plantation woodland3.2.3Coniferous plantation woodland3.2.4Scattered broadleaved trees3.2.5Scrub3.2.6Semi-improved neutral and acid grassland3.2.7Improved grassland3.2.8Marshy grassland3.2.9Poor semi-improved grassland3.2.10 Amenity grassland3.2.11 Inundation vegetation3.2.12 Standing water3.2.13 Running water3.2.14 Species-poor intact hedgerow3.2.15 Buildings3.2.16 HardstandingProtected and Notable Plant SpeciesInvasive Non-native Plant SpeciesProtected and Notable Animal Species80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 201977779991010101010101111111111121212121213
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological .5.93.5.103.5.113.5.1245Breeding, wintering and migratory birdsBatsOtterWater voleBadgerOther mammalsGreat crested newtsCommon amphibiansWidespread reptilesWhite-clawed nterpretation and Recommendations254.14.24.3252526Further s28A.Summary of Assessment Methods29B.Extended Phase 1 Survey Map32C.Target Notes and Photographs33D.Habitat Suitability Index Results49E.Proposed Works50F.Non-statutory Designated Sites51G.Otter and Breeding Bird Signs52H.CONFIDENTIAL Badger Signs Map5380040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 2019
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological AppraisalExecutive SummaryMott MacDonald Bentley was appointed by United Utilities (UU) to undertake a PreliminaryEcological Appraisal (PEA) of the Hodder site, which is located approximately 2km north east ofSlaidburn in the Forest of Bowland.The proposed development comprises increasing the capacity of Stocks Reservoir by raising thelevel of the overflow weir by 300mm. Additionally works will take place within the Hodder WaterTreatment Works (WTW) including the installation of a rapid gravity filter system. The works willtake approximately two to three years.A field survey, in the form of an extended Phase 1 Habitat Survey was undertaken by a suitablyqualified Ecologist on the 17th April 2019 at Hodder WTW and of the perimeter of StocksReservoir on the 24th April 2019.There are eight statutory designated sites within 2km. Due to the location of and nature of theproposed works it is unlikely that any impacts will occur on any statutory designated sites.There are 32 non-statutory designated sites within 2km, two are within the Site which includeStocks Reservoir Biological Heritage Site (BHS) and the River Hodder BHS. Stocks ReservoirBHS is designated for inundation vegetation, wildfowl and waders and the River Hodder isdesignated for species such as otter and fish. Further surveys are required (as described inSection 4) for further information and to ensure that they will not be impacted by the works orsuitable mitigation can be implemented.A total of 17 habitats were recorded within the Zone of Influence.Woodland and vegetation such as scrub provide suitable habitat for breeding birds. The shore ofStocks Reservoir and the islands provide suitable habitat for breeding, wintering and migratorywaders and wildfowl.Building 2 was recorded as a confirmed bat roost due to the presence of bat droppings and a baton the internal wall. Three other buildings were recorded with high bat potential and two buildingswere recorded with low bat roosting potential. One tree was recorded at the WTW with batpotential but will not be affected by the works.Otter are using Stocks Reservoir and the River Hodder for commuting and foraging which wasconfirmed by evidence such as spraints and active resting sites.PLEASE NOTE CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THIS SECTIONEvidence of roe deer and the potential for brown hare and hedgehog was recorded on Site.Common amphibians and reptiles are within the Site and surrounding landscape.Invertebrates and fish are present but will not be affected by the works.Mitigation measures and potential enhancements relating to the ecological features listed aboveare described in Section 4.80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 20191
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisal1 Introduction1.1BackgroundMott MacDonald Bentley was appointed by United Utilities (UU) to undertake a PreliminaryEcological Appraisal (PEA) of the Hodder site, which is located approximately 2km north east ofSlaidburn in the Forest of Bowland, National Grid Reference of the site SD 71885 54414 (seeAppendix B). The area within the red line boundary in Appendix B is hereafter referred to as “theSite” as this includes any areas to which direct or indirect impacts will occur.The proposed development comprises increasing the capacity of Stocks Reservoir by raising thelevel of the overflow weir by 300mm which will give a top water level of 180.87m above ordinancedatum (mAOD). This will be carried out either by using pre-cast coping units or in-situ concreteconstruction. This will be confirmed during detail design. Whilst carrying out the works thereservoir will need to be drawn down to approximately 177.5mAOD, however the works will becarried out in summer months when water levels are relatively low.Additionally, works will occur around the Hodder Water Treatment Works (WTW) including: Process trial to establish feasibility of upgrading and optimising the existing multi-flow lamellaoperation. Start on site was May 2019, the construction works will take approximately threeweeks. Replacement of existing Bells first stage pressure filters with a new filtration process. This willbe a rapid gravity filter system with 8 tanks at 85m2 area per tank along with associatedpipework and housing. New clean backwash tanks will also be constructed along with two dirtywash-water storage tanks. These works will be constructed in an area of existing trees whichwill need to be cleared. Works to the Lime Dosing process include providing flushing points on the dosing lines up anddownstream of the pre-coagulation pumps, amending the arrangement and control system ofthe existing pumps and replacing the pre-manganese contactor dosing pumps.The duration of the works is approximately two to three years. A map of these works can befound in Appendix E.1.2Aims and ObjectivesThe aim of this report is to provide an assessment of the protected and/or notable habitats andspecies which occur or have the potential to occur on or near the site which may be impacted bythe proposed works. The report follows the ‘Guidelines for Preliminary Ecological Appraisal’(CIEEM, 2017).The objectives are to: Identify any designated sites for nature conservation and habitats on, near and adjacent to thesite; Identify any notable and/or protected plant or animal species of conservation value, which mayoccur on or near the site; Identify the presence of any invasive plant species on or adjacent to the site;80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 20192
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisal Provide a habitat map with target notes of ecological features as identified above; Undertake a preliminary assessment of the potential impacts on any ecological receptors ofconservation value identified on, near or adjacent to the site; and Recommend further surveys, mitigation and enhancement measures as appropriate.1.3Zone of InfluenceThe current guidance on ecological assessments (CIEEM, 2019) recommends that all ecologicalfeatures that occur within a ‘zone of influence’ (Zol) for a proposed development are investigated.The Zol includes: Areas directly within the land take for the proposed development and access; Areas which will be temporarily affected during construction; Areas likely to be impacted by hydrological disruption; and Areas where there is a risk of pollution and noise disturbance during construction and/oroperation.The ZoI is variable depending on the ecological receptors affected. With respect to this report it isconsidered to be all land within the Site boundary unless stated otherwise.1.4Legislative and Policy FrameworkThe construction and operational activities for the proposed works must comply with theInternational, European and UK nature conservation legislation, and with national and localbiodiversity policies. The main pieces of legislation in the UK are the Wildlife and Countryside Act1981 (as amended) and the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (asamended). The biodiversity policies which are most relevant are the National Planning PolicyFramework (NPPF, 2018), Biodiversity 2020, and the Lancashire Biodiversity Action Plan(Lancashire BAP).Under the Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Act 2006, all public bodies arerequired to have regard to biodiversity conservation when carrying out their function. Under thisact a list of habitats and species that are of principal importance for the conservation ofbiodiversity in England are published under Section 41 (S41).1.5Previous InformationA number of surveys of the Site were undertaken and reports produced by Bowland Ecology onbehalf of UU in 2014. Building and pond numbers have been kept the same to ensureconsistency through the project. These reports have been used for information during thisassessment and comprise: Extended phase 1 of Hodder WTW and Stocks Reservoir; Breeding bird report; Bat survey report; and Amphibian report.1.6Quality Assurance & Environmental ManagementAll Ecologists involved in the production of this report are members of Chartered Institute ofEcological and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and are bound by its code of professionalconduct. All surveys and assessments have been undertaken with reference to the80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 20193
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisalrecommendations given in ‘BS 42020:2013 Biodiversity: Code of practice for planning 7 21 November 20194
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisal22.1MethodsDesk StudyA desk study was undertaken of the designated sites for nature conservation, habitats ofconservation importance and protected and notable species which occur within 2km of the Site.Data was obtained from the Lancashire Environment Record Network (LERN) as well as relevantpublications, reports and online databases. These included the Multi-Agency GeographicInformation for the Countryside (MAGIC), Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and theLancashire BAP.2.2Extended Phase 1 Habitat SurveyA field survey, in the form of an extended Phase 1 Habitat Survey was undertaken by a suitablyqualified Ecologist on the 17th April at Hodder WTW and of the perimeter of Stocks Reservoir onthe 24th April. All habitats within the site were identified and mapped in compliance with the‘Handbook for Phase 1 habitat survey: a technique for environmental audit’ (Joint NatureConservation Committee, 2010). Dominant plant species were noted, as were any protected,uncommon or invasive species listed on Schedule 9 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (asamended).An assessment was also undertaken of the likely presence or absence of protected and notableanimal species within the ZoI of the proposed development. This was based on the knowndistribution of species, habitat suitability and/or direct evidence such as field signs orobservations. From these findings further protected species surveys may then be recommendedand/or required. The methodologies and assessment criteria used were based on currentpublished guidance where available. Specific assessment criteria for bats, water vole Arvicolaamphibius, otter Lutra lutra, badger Meles meles and great crested newts Triturus cristatus(GCN) used in this report are given in Appendix A.2.3Assessment of Conservation ImportanceThe conservation importance was assessed for each of the main ecological features (designatedsites, habitats and species) that occur within the ZoI. The following are some of the criteria thatare used in the assessment of the conservation importance: Designation of the site; Rarity of the species or habitats; Presence of Red Data Book (RDB) or endemic species; Presence of diverse assemblages of plants or animals; Plant communities typical of natural/semi-natural habitats; Habitat diversity; and Connectivity and presence of large populations of animals which are uncommon or threatenedin a wider context.The assessment of conservation importance in this report makes reference to the geographicalscale of International, National, Regional, County, Local and ZoI only (CIEEM, 2019).80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 20195
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisal2.4Limitations Desk-based information, such as long term species records and information on designatedsites was used to supplement the field survey and set it in context. The baseline descriptionwas based on the current field surveys, desk study data, and the professional judgement ofthe assessors. While records allow an overview of species present they do not record everyspecies and therefore there is potential for species that have not been recorded to still bepresent. Direct access to edge of the reservoir was not possible for the entirety of the reservoir duringthe walkover. It was viewed where possible from adjacent land. It is not thought that thisaffects the overall results of this PEA as the majority of the land was accessed and habitatsare not deemed to be significantly different from those recorded. Additionally, the previousBowland Ecology phase 1 habitat map has been used as background information. Direct access to the poor semi-improved grassland to the north-east of Hodder WTW was notpossible at the time of the survey but this area was viewed from the adjacent road. Given thelevels of grazing it is considered that this was sufficient to allow an adequate assessment ofthe habitat types present. As such it is not thought to affect the results.80040117-01-MMB-HOD-97-RP-I-00037 21 November 20196
Mott MacDonald Hodder WTW Amp 6 Renovation ProjectPreliminary Ecological Appraisal37Results3.1Desk Study3.1.1Statutory designated sites for nature conservationThere are eight statutory designated sites within 2km. These are detailed below in Table 3.1.All statutory designated sites are designated for their habitats except for the Bowland FellsSpecial Protected Area (SPA) which is designated for birds. Due to the locations and limitednature of the works proposed it is unlikely that any impacts will occur on or impact any features ofany statutory designated sites.The Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and SPA are deemed to be of International importancewith the Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) of National importance.Table 3.1:Summary of statutory sites for nature conservationDesignationMinimum distance from site(approximate)Designated featuresNorth Pennine DalesMeadowsSAC1.3km SMountain hay meadows is theprimary reason for selection of thesite.Bowla
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