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Additional Contractor/Pipe-Yards: Pursuant to the Order granting EPNG’s requested certificate, EPNG was authorized use of five off-site contractor/pipe yards totaling approximately 24.7 acres located approximately 8.1 miles southwest of the project in a previously-disturbed, existing industrial area. However, EPNG has been unable to secure an agreement with the landowner for two of the five approved contractor/pipe yards (5.16-acre Contractor/Pipe Yard 2 and 5.05-acre Contractor/Pipe Yard 3) and therefore will no longer use these two contractor/pipe yards. As a result, EPNG has reached out to an adjacent landowner and secured an agreement for two additional areas (one 10-acre parcel, and one 15-acre parcel) to use as contractor/pipe yards. These two new contractor/pipe yards are located in close proximity to the previously approved contractor/pipe yards within the previously-disturbed, existing industrial area. A topographic map showing the proposed contractor/pipe yards in relation to the previously approved contractor/pipe yards is being provided herein under Tab 1. The proposed contractor/pipe yards are depicted on the attached topographic map as “Contractor/Pipe Yard 6” and “Contractor Truck Staging Area 1”. ATWS Locations: EPNG requests approval to utilize two new ATWS locations adjacent to the 17-mile loop line ROW near Milepost 191. EPNG’s construction contractor has identified the need for ATWS to be used for the installation of the horizontal directional drill (“HDD”) across Montana Avenue at this location. These proposed ATWS will be utilized on the exit side of the HDD crossing for tracking the alignment of the HDD and are identified as “ATWS-116” and “ATWS-117” on the revised alignment sheet (SHT.01110-019) provided under Tab 1. New Staging Area-3: EPNG requests approval of a 1.10-acre staging area, identified as “Staging Area-3” also shown on the revised alignment sheet (SHT.01110-019) provided under Tab 1. This new staging area will be utilized for additional parking and equipment storage during installation of the HDD across Montana Avenue.

EPNG confirms that all landowner approvals have been obtained to utilize the proposed contractor/pipe-yards, ATWS locations, and new staging area. Furthermore, EPNG has completed the appropriate environmental reviews, surveys and agency consultations and is providing under Tab 2 copies of its correspondence with these agencies.2 As part of this request, EPNG is herein providing the following information: 2 EPNG received a determination from the Texas State Historic Preservation Office (“SHPO”) that no

historic properties would be affected. EPNG also conducted a review through the United States Fish and Wildlife Service’s (“USFWS”) Information for Planning and Consultation (“IPaC”) system and concluded that there were no critical habitats within the requested locations and as such, a determination of No Effect was made for these sites. Finally, EPNG consulted with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (“TPWD”) which provided recommendations back to EPNG similar to what the TPWD had provided during the certificate proceeding.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission -3- January 17, 2020

Tab 1: Topographic Map of Additional Contractor/Pipe-Yards and a , Revised Alignment Sheet with the ATWS locations and new Staging Area-3;

Tab 2: All agency documentation: Attachment 1 – Texas SHPO consultation documentation Attachment 2 – USFWS IPaC review reports and consultation

with the TPWD; and Tab 3: Revised land disturbance tables

EPNG respectfully requests approval of the variance request described herein by

no later than January 24, 2020. Filing Information

The cultural resource report attached under Tab 2 contains information that is privileged and confidential. EPNG respectfully requests that the information being submitted as Non-Public be granted privileged and confidential treatment pursuant to 18 C.F.R. §388.112. EPNG requests that the Commission accord treatment to the eFiled documents concerning privileged information in a manner consistent with Commission’s regulations for the life of the assets so as not to place the assets and personnel of EPNG at undue risk. Accordingly, EPNG has marked the Privileged and Confidential documents with “Contains CUI//PRIV Information – Do Not Release.” Please contact Mr. Francisco Tarin (telephone number 719-667-7517) at 2 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, regarding this request for privileged treatment.

EPNG is e-Filing this request for a variance approval with the Commission's

Secretary in accordance with the Commission's Order No. 703, Filing Via the Internet, guidelines issued on November 15, 2007 in Docket No. RM07-16-000.

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1. THIS SURVEY IS A PIPELINE CORRIDOR SURVEY ONLY AND DOESNOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED A PROPERTYSURVEY FOR ANY PROPERTIES INCLUDED WITHIN THE PIPELINECORRIDOR SURVEY. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED IN PLACEOF A BOUNDARY OR A CONDEMNATION SURVEY.

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Date: December 20, 2019

Re: Addendum to the Biological Evaluation and Environmental Results for the Proposed South Mainline Expansion Additional Six Parcels Project in El Paso County, Texas / SWCA Project No. 43780

INTRODUCTION

In January 2018, SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA) completed the Biological Evaluation (BE) for the South Mainline Expansion Project,1 which consists of three separate components in three states. An addendum to that BE was prepared for an additional laydown yard adjacent to, but outside, the previously surveyed area in El Paso County, Texas, adjacent to the proposed 17-mile loop line.2 This second addendum to the BE was prepared to evaluate six additional parcels in four locations. Four parcels, which occur in two locations, one just north of Montana Avenue and one just south of Montana Avenue, will be used for additional workspace and materials storage (Figure 1). Two parcels (Figure 2), located southwest of the proposed loop line, would be used as part of an off-site pipeline yard and are adjacent or near the off-site pipeline yard parcels previously evaluated in the 2018 BE.

This document serves as an addendum to the BE and also assesses the potential for jurisdictional waters of the U.S. to occur within the project area. Within this document, the area evaluated is limited to the South Mainline Expansion additional six parcels (project) and encompasses approximately 32 acres adjacent to the El Paso Natural Gas Company, L.L.C. (EPNG), Line No. 1100 and Line No. 1103 (South Mainline) Right-of-Way (see Figures 1 and 2) and the previously evaluated off-site pipeline laydown yard 7.8 miles southwest of the proposed loop line.

1 SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA). 2018. Biological Evaluation of the El Paso Natural Gas Company’s South Mainline Expansion Project in El Paso and Hudspeth Counties, Texas; Luna County, New Mexico; and Cochise County, Arizona. January 2018. 2 SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA). 2019. Addendum to the Biological Evaluation and Environmental Results for the Proposed South Mainline Expansion Staging Area #2 Project in El Paso County, Texas. December 2019.

Addendum to the Biological Evaluation and Environmental Results for the Proposed South Mainline Expansion Additional Six Parcels Project in El Paso County, Texas

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Figure 1. Project location of the four parcels occurring north and south of Montana Avenue.


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Figure 2. Project location of two parcels southwest of proposed loop line.


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The scope of work for this technical memorandum included the following:

• review of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) species lists for El Paso County generated through the Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) online system (Appendix A)

• review of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) list of rare and State of Texas listed species for El Paso County (Appendix B)

• review of the TPWD Texas Natural Diversity Database (TXNDD) occurrence results for the natural resource elements near the South Mainline Expansion additional six parcels, in El Paso County, Texas (see Appendix B)

• project review through the TPWD Wildlife Habitat Assessment Program (WHAB) • a field reconnaissance of the project areas • an evaluation of the potential for the species listed in this report to occur in the project areas • documentation of jurisdictional waters of the U.S. within the project area

METHODS SWCA biologists visited the project area on November 20, 2019, to collect the necessary data to complete this biological overview. U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5-minute quadrangles (Nations South Well, Texas, and Ysleta, Texas) and maps provided by the client were used for general orientation and to locate the project boundaries. The field reconnaissance consisted of a pedestrian survey of the project area to evaluate vegetation and landscape features considered important to the potential occurrence of special-status plant and animal species or potential waters of the U.S. This field reconnaissance did not include any species-specific surveys or any systematic surveys for protected biological components, such as bird nests and vegetation densities. Vegetation was classified to the community level according to the map “Biotic Communities of the Southwest.”3 The Natural Resources Conservation Service PLANTS database4 was used for plant naming conventions.

Species Identification The USFWS maintains a list of protected species and the critical habitats that are known to occur in each Texas county. The USFWS online database5 was accessed to obtain information on federally listed species that may occur in El Paso County, Texas. These species are currently listed as endangered or threatened under the ESA. The ESA specifically prohibits the “take” of a listed species. Take is defined as “to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect, or to engage in any such conduct.”

Only species listed by the USFWS are afforded protection under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The special-status species evaluated in this technical memorandum were based on the list of endangered, threatened, and non-essential experimental population (NEP) species for El Paso County, generated through the USFWS IPaC system, available at the USFWS website.6 Appendix A provides the IPaC list for El Paso County.

3 Brown, D.E. (ed.). 1994. Biotic Communities: Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico. Salt Lake City: University of Utah Press. 4 Natural Resources Conservation Service. 2019. PLANTS database. Available at: http://plants.usda.gov/java/. Accessed December 2019. 5 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 2019a. Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) website. Available at: http://ecos.fws.gov/ipac/wizard/trustResourceList!prepare.action. Accessed December 4, 2019. 6 USFWS, 2019.

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The TPWD maintains the list of state threatened and endangered species within the State of Texas and authorizes permitted activities concerning the take of state-listed species. The TPWD list of rare and listed species occurring in El Paso County is provided in Appendix B.7 State law prohibits any take (incidental or otherwise) of state-listed species and these species may only be handled or relocated by permitted or authorized persons. Laws and regulations pertaining to endangered or threatened animal and plant species are contained in Chapters 67, 68, and 88 of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code and Sections 65.171–65.176 and 69.01–69.9 of the Texas Administrative Code.

The TPWD maintains a database, the TXNDD, which tracks records for more than 700 natural resource elements. These natural resource elements include special-status species, native plant communities, and animal aggregations (e.g., bat roosts). SWCA received information from the TXNDD through an email query to determine whether any natural resource elements occur in or near the project area.8 The search results are included in Appendix B.

TPWD’s WHAB program reviews the project and provides comments and recommendations to assist with minimizing the impacts. SWCA submitted a request for project review on November 1, 2019. The response from TPWD is included in Appendix C.

The potential for occurrence on the property of the species addressed in this BE was based on 1) documented records; 2) existing information on distribution; and 3) qualitative comparisons of the habitat requirements of each species with vegetation communities or landscape features in the project area.9 Possible impacts to these species were evaluated based on reasonably foreseeable project-related activities.

Species Evaluation

The potential for occurrence of each species was summarized according to the categories listed below. Because not all species are accommodated precisely by a given category (i.e., category definitions may be too restrictive), an expanded rationale for each category assignment is provided. Potential for occurrence categories are as follows.

• Known to occur—the species has been documented in the project area by a reliable observer.

• May occur—the project area is within the species’ currently known range, and vegetation communities, soils, etc., resemble those known to be used by the species.

• Unlikely to occur—the project area is within the species’ currently known range, but vegetation communities, soils, etc., do not resemble those known to be used by the species, or the project area is clearly outside the species’ currently known range.

Those species listed by the USFWS were assigned to one of three categories of possible effect, following USFWS recommendations. The effects determinations recommended by USFWS are as follows.

7 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). 2019a. Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Species of Texas by County. Available at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/gis/rtest/. Accessed December 2019. 8 Texas Natural Diversity Database (TXNDD). 2019. Element Occurrence data export. Wildlife Diversity Program of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. November 6, 2019. 9 We agree with Hall et al. (Hall, L.S., P. R. Krausman, and M. L. Morrison. 1997. The habitat concept and a plea for standard terminology. Wilson Society Bulletin 25:173–182) that habitat is organism-specific and thus not synonymous with vegetation community. However, we have refined their definition to read as follows: habitat is an area in which some members of a species regularly occur continuously or seasonally. In the field, habitat is operationally defined by the presence or absence of a species. Areas that appear suitable for a species but that have not been surveyed are considered possible habitat. We avoid using the term potential with respect to habitat because potential is defined as “capable of becoming but not yet in existence”; possible, on the other hand, is defined as ”of uncertain likelihood”. We also avoid using the terms “unoccupied habitat” or “suitable, but unoccupied habitat,” which represent a contradiction in terms.

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• May affect, is likely to adversely affect—the proposed project is likely to adversely affect a species if 1) the species occurs or may occur in the project area and 2) if any adverse effect on listed species may occur as a direct or indirect result of the proposed action or its interrelated or interdependent actions, and the effect is not discountable, insignificant, or beneficial. In the event that the overall effect of the proposed action is beneficial to the listed species but also is likely to cause some adverse effects, then the proposed action “is likely to adversely affect” the listed species.

• May affect, is not likely to adversely affect—the project is not likely to adversely affect a species if 1) the species may occur but its presence has not been documented and/or surveys following approved protocol have been conducted with negative results, and/or 2) project activity effects on a listed species are expected to be discountable, insignificant, or completely beneficial.

Beneficial effects are contemporaneous positive effects without any adverse effects on the species. Insignificant effects relate to the size of the impact and should never reach the scale where take occurs. Discountable effects are those extremely unlikely to occur. Based on best judgment, a person would not 1) be able to meaningfully measure, detect, or evaluate insignificant effects, or 2) expect discountable effects to occur.

• No effect—the project will have no effect on a species if 1) it has no likelihood of effect on a listed species or its designated critical habitat (including effects that may be beneficial, insignificant, or discountable), or 2) the species’ habitat does not occur in the project area.

Because species not listed as threatened or endangered are not protected under the authority of the ESA, impact determinations for these species do not follow the above USFWS recommendations. Instead, the impact determinations for any species listed as candidate or proposed endangered and not protected under the ESA are as follows:

• No impact—the project would have no impact on a species if 1) the species is considered unlikely to occur (range, vegetation, etc., are inappropriate); and 2) the species or its sign was not observed during surveys of the project area.

• Beneficial impact—the project is likely to benefit the species, whether it is currently present or not, by creating or enhancing habitat elements known to be used by the species.

• May impact individuals but is not likely to result in a trend toward federal listing or loss of viability—the project is not likely to adversely impact a species if 1) the species may occur but its presence has not been documented; and 2) project activities would not result in disturbance to areas or habitat elements known to be used by the species.

• May impact individuals and is likely to result in a trend toward federal listing or loss of viability—the project is likely to adversely impact a species if 1) the species is known to occur in the project area; and 2) project activities would disturb areas or habitat elements known to be used by the species, or would directly affect an individual.

RESULTS

Ecological Overview

The South Mainline Expansion additional six parcels project area is located entirely within the Chihuahuan Desertscrub biome.10 The elevation within this project area ranges from approximately 4,000 to 4,080 feet above mean sea level (amsl). This project area is adjacent to but outside of the proposed 17-mile loop line and off-site pipe laydown locations previously described in the South

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Mainline Expansion project area BE.11 A portion of the project area occurs adjacent to and both north and south of Montana Avenue. Another portion of the project area occurs approximately 7.8 miles southwest of the proposed 17-mile loop line, just west of Aviation Way across from the Horizon Airport.

The project area in all locations has been heavily disturbed. The portion of the project north of Montana Avenue has been largely cleared of vegetation owing to past pipeline construction and vehicular use, with some sparse desertscrub occurring in the western portion. The portion of the project area south of Montana Avenue is mostly a cleared vacant lot next to commercial development, with a small area of heavily disturbed desertscrub in the south. The off-site portion of the project area that occurs west of Aviation Way is also heavily disturbed, and large portions of this area have been previously cleared. Dominant vegetation in the project areas consisted of desertscrub dominated by honey mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa), puncturevine (Tribulus terrestris), silverleaf nightshade (Solanum elaeagnifolium), and soaptree yucca (Yucca elata). Fourwing saltbush (Atriplex canescens), broom snakeweed (Gutierrezia sarothrae), prickly Russian thistle (Salsola tragus), globemallow (Sphaeralcea sp.), fiveneedle pricklyleaf (Thymophylla pentachaeta), bush muhly (Muhlenbergia porter), creosote bush (Larrea tridentata), rabbitbrush (Chrysothamnus sp.), buckwheat (Eriogonum sp.), and harmal peganum (=African rue) (Peganum harmala) were also observed in the project area.

Bird species observed within the project areas included a corvid (Corvus sp.) and a killdeer (Charadrius vociferus). No nests were observed during the November 2019 surveys of the six additional parcels project area. A desert cottontail (Sylvilagus audubonii) was observed during field reconnaissance.

No aquatic habitats, including wetlands, broadleaf deciduous riparian vegetation communities (i.e., communities containing cottonwood [Populus spp.], willow [Salix spp.], or ash [Fraxinus spp.], etc.), or suitable bat roost sites (e.g., natural caves or mine features) occur in the South Mainline Expansion additional six parcels project area.

Species Evaluation

Federally Listed Species

None of the eight species listed in El Paso County on the USFWS IPaC list (see Appendix A) are likely to occur in the project area. The South Mainline Expansion additional six parcels project area is clearly beyond the known geographic or elevational range of the eight species, or it does not contain vegetation or landscape features known to support these species, or both. It is therefore unlikely that the proposed project activities would have an effect on any of the eight listed species or their habitats. Habitat requirements, potential for occurrence, and possible effects of the project on the eight species are summarized in Table 1. While the Sneed’s pincushion cactus (Coryphantha sneedii var. sneedii) has occurrence records in the USGS quadrangles surrounding South Nations Well and Ysleta,12 the project area does not contain suitable limestone cliff habitat and is not within the known range of this species (see Table 1).

According to the USFWS,13 the project area is not within federally proposed or designated critical habitat (see Appendix A). No species listed under the ESA have been documented in the vicinity of the project area.14

11 SWCA, 2018. 12 TXNDD, 2019. 13 USFWS, 2019a. 14 TXNDD, 2019.


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Table 1. Federally Listed Species Potentially Occurring in El Paso County, Texas Range or habitat information is from USFWS IPaC website;15 USFWS Endangered Species website;16 and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department;17

Common Name (Species Name) Status* Range or Habitat Requirements Potential for Occurrence

in Project Area(s) Determination of Effect

Least tern (Sterna antillarum)

USFWS E

Migratory species occurring in North America during the breeding season, when it is associated with water (e.g., lakes, reservoirs, rivers). The interior least tern is migratory, breeding along inland river systems in the United States. In Texas, breeding is restricted to the Pecos River Basin. Nests in small colonies, and nests are shallow depressions scraped in open sandy areas, gravelly patches, or exposed flats.

Unlikely to occur. The project area contains no lakes, reservoirs, or rivers for this species.

No effect.

Mexican spotted owl (Strix occidentalis lucida)

USFWS T

Found in mature montane forests and woodlands and steep, shady, wooded canyons. Can also be found in mixed-conifer and pine-oak vegetation types. Generally nests in older forests of mixed conifers or ponderosa pine–Gambel oak (Quercus gambelii). Nests in live trees on natural platforms (e.g., dwarf mistletoe [Arceuthobium spp.] brooms), snags, and canyon walls at elevations between 4,100 and 9,000 feet amsl.

Unlikely to occur. There are no mature montane forests, steep, shady wooded canyons, or appropriate vegetation types within the project area.

No effect.

Northern aplomado falcon (Falco femoralis septentrionalis)

USFWS E/NEP

Formerly (prior to 1890) found in open grasslands of southeastern Arizona (Cochise and Santa Cruz Counties). The last records were from the Sulphur Springs Valley (1939) and near Saint David (1940). These birds prefer open grasslands with scattered trees, in areas with low ground cover at elevations of 3,500 to 9,000 feet amsl. They particularly use yuccas and mesquite as nesting platforms. Although frequently reported since then, no Arizona sightings have been confirmed. The first successful U.S. nesting of wild aplomado falcons in more than 50 years occurred recently in New Mexico.

Unlikely to occur. Though portions of Texas include this species’ natural range, the project area does not contain the open grassland habitat preferred by this species. This species has not been observed in the project vicinity.18

No effect.

Piping plover (Charadrius melodus)

USFWS T In Texas, inhabits the coastline where they feed and nest. Associated with water at all times of year; occurs on sand flats or along bare shorelines of rivers, lakes, or coastlines

Unlikely to occur. The project area does not contain coastline habitat for this species.

No effect.

Red knot (Calidris canutus rufa)

USFWS T In Texas, known to winter along coastlines. This species eats small clams, mussels, snails, and other invertebrates.

Unlikely to occur. The project area does not contain coastline habitat for this species.

No effect.

15 USFWS, 2019a. 16 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 2019b. Endangered species. https://www.fws.gov/endangered/. Accessed December 2019. 17 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). 2019b. Federal and State Listed Plants of Texas. Available at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/wild/wildlife_diversity/nongame/listed-species/plants/. Accessed December 2019. 18 eBird. 2019. An online database of bird distribution and abundance. Available at: http://ebird.org/ebird/map/. Accessed December 2019.

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Common Name (Species Name) Status* Range or Habitat Requirements Potential for Occurrence

in Project Area(s) Determination of Effect

Sneed’s pincushion cactus (Coryphantha sneedii var. sneedii)

USFWS E This cactus occurs on exposed areas of steep, sloping limestone in Chihuahuan Desert in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, and El Paso County, Texas.

Unlikely to occur. Suitable steep limestone cliff habitat does not occur within the project area. In addition, the nearest known population of this species occurs on Fort Bliss Military Reservation, more than 10 miles northwest of the off-site parcels and at least 12 miles west of the Montana Avenue parcels.

No effect.

Southwestern willow flycatcher (Empidonax traillii extimus)

USFWS E

Found in dense riparian habitats along streams, rivers, and other wetlands where cottonwood (Populus spp.), willow (Salix spp.), boxelder (Acer negundo), saltcedar (Tamarix spp.), Russian olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia), buttonbush (Cephalanthus spp.), and arrowweed (Pluchea sericea) are present. Nests are found in thickets of trees and shrubs, primarily those that are 13 to 23 feet tall, among dense, homogeneous foliage. Habitat occurs at elevations below 8,500 feet amsl.

Unlikely to occur. There are no dense riparian habitats along streams, rivers, or other wetlands in the project area.

No effect.

Yellow-billed cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus)

USFWS T Typically found in riparian woodland vegetation (cottonwood, willow, or saltcedar) at elevations below 6,600 feet amsl. Dense understory foliage appears to be an important factor in nest site selection. The highest concentrations in Arizona are along the Agua Fria, San Pedro, upper Santa Cruz, and Verde River drainages and Cienega and Sonoita Creeks.

Unlikely to occur. There are no riparian woodland habitats in the project area.

No effect.

* USFWS Status Definitions:

E = Endangered. Endangered species are those in imminent jeopardy of extinction. The ESA specifically prohibits the take of a species listed as endangered. Take is defined by the ESA as to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect, or to engage in any such conduct.

NEP = Non-Essential Experimental Population. Experimental populations of a species designated under Section 10(j) of the ESA for which the USFWS, through the best available information, believes is not essential for the continued existence of the species. Regulatory restrictions are considerably reduced under an NEP designation.

T = Threatened. Threatened species are those in imminent jeopardy of becoming endangered. The ESA prohibits the take of a species listed as threatened under Section 4(d) of the ESA. Take is defined by the ESA as to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, or collect, or to engage in any such conduct.

State of Texas Listed and Rare Species

Two rare species have occurrence records with element occurrence records that overlap with the northern portion of the project area near Montana Avenue: kit fox (Vulpes macrotis) and Wheeler’s spurge (Euphorbia geyeri var. wheeleriana).19 In addition, occurrence records occur within the project vicinity for the western burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia hypugaea), Pecos River muskrat (Ondatra zibethicus ripensis), sand prickly-pear (Opuntia arenaria) (=El Paso pricklypear [Opuntia polyacantha var. arenaria]) and longnose dace (Rhinichthys cataractae). There is no aquatic or riparian habitat suitable for the Pecos River muskrat or longnose dace in the project area. Thus, this project will have no impact on these species. There is suitable disturbed, flat, cleared habitat for the western burrowing owl, although no

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individuals or burrows were observed during the November 2019 field visit. Suitable habitat for the remaining special-status species within the project area is extremely limited because these areas have been largely previously cleared. None of these remaining special-status species were observed during the November 2019 field survey of the project area. This project may impact individuals of these species, but is not likely to result in a trend toward federal listing or loss of viability for either species because 1) the area of impact is small; 2) the existing habitat in the project area is limited; and, 3) this area will be reclaimed upon completion of project activities.

An additional 15 species have occurrence records in the quadrangles surrounding Nations South Well and Ysleta.20 Of these, one species (Sneed’s pincushion cactus) is federally listed, but unlikely to occur, and one species (Texas horned lizard [Phrynosoma cornutum]), is listed as a Texas State threatened species.

Several species listed as threatened or endangered by the State of Texas have the potential to occur: Texas horned lizard, mountain short-horned lizard (Phrynosoma hernandesi), peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), and American peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus anatum). The project area is beyond the known geographic or elevational range or does not contain vegetation or landscape features known to support the other species listed by the State of Texas as threatened or endangered. None of the four state-listed species with the potential to occur in the project area were observed during field visits to the project area, and none have element occurrence records that overlap with the project area, although Texas horned lizards have occurrence records in the quadrangles surrounding the request area.21 Impacts to these species would be limited to individuals, but would not be likely to result in a trend toward federal listing or loss of viability. None of these rare or state-listed species are protected under the ESA.

Migratory Bird Treaty Act

Both species observed in the project area are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 USC 703–712) (MBTA), which provides federal protection to all migratory birds, including nests and eggs. In order to relocate or alter any MBTA-protected nests, a permit must be obtained from the USFWS to maintain compliance with the MBTA. However, Section 1 of the Interim Empty Nest Policy of the USFWS, Region 2, states that if the nest is completely inactive at the time of destruction or movement, a permit is not required to comply with the MBTA. If an active nest is present and if construction occurs during the breeding season (approximately March to September), measures should be taken to protect the nest from destruction and to avoid a violation of the MBTA.

The IPaC results list 12 migratory birds of concern for El Paso County.22 None of these birds were observed in the project area during field surveys.

Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act

Bald and golden eagles are provided legal protection under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940, as amended (16 USC 703–712). Bald eagles are not likely to occur in the project area because it does not contain suitable habitat (bald eagles require large bodies of water for nesting and foraging). Golden eagles may occur in the project area, as there are occurrence records in the vicinity of the project area.23 Although this species may use the project area as foraging habitat, it is unlikely that golden eagles use the project area as nesting habitat. Golden eagles typically nest in mountainous areas at elevations

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above 4,000 feet amsl on suitable rock ledges, nesting trees, or transmission towers.24 The project will permanently impact several relatively small areas of suitable foraging habitat, compared with the territory of an individual golden eagle (22–55 square miles). Because of the vast amount of suitable foraging habitat in the project vicinity and the short duration of the project activities, the project is also unlikely to impact golden eagles’ potential foraging resources.

POTENTIAL FOR JURISDICTIONAL WATERS OF THE U.S.

The November 20, 2019, survey did not include formal delineation of waters of the U.S. or reporting for Clean Water Act Section 404/401 compliance. However, the potential for occurrence of jurisdictional waters of the U.S. within the project area was evaluated.

The project area occurs in two disjunct locations, both of which are heavily disturbed and have a relatively flat topography. Examination of publicly available aerial photography indicated that there are no waterbodies or ephemeral drainages in the project area or immediate vicinity.25 The National Wetlands Inventory26 indicates that a riverine wetland area is approximately 0.5 mile west of the two off-site parcels, and an area coded as a freshwater pond occurs 0.3 mile west. However, aerial imagery indicates that the riverine wetland is an ephemeral drainage, and the pond is likely a result of gravel mining or similar use. The National Hydrography Dataset27 indicates the same drainage as found in the National Wetlands Inventory mapper.

Field reconnaissance of the area confirmed that no waterbodies or ephemeral washes were present within the project area. Thus, jurisdictional waters of the U.S. do not occur within the project area, and no formal delineation or reporting for Clean Water Act Section 404/401 compliance is required for the South Mainline Expansion additional six parcels.

LIMITATIONS AND WARRANTY

Within the limitations of schedule, budget, and scope of work, SWCA warrants that this study was conducted in accordance with accepted environmental science practices, including the technical guidelines, evaluation criteria, and species’ listing status in effect at the time this evaluation was performed, as outlined in the report.

The results and conclusions of this report represent the best professional judgment of SWCA scientists and are based on information provided by the project proponent and on information obtained from agencies and other sources during the course of the study. No other warranty, expressed or implied, is made.

24 Arizona Game and Fish Department (AGFD). 2019. Plant and animal abstracts, distribution maps, and illustrations. Available at: http://www.azgfd.gov/w_c/edits/hdms_abstracts.shtml. Accessed December 2019. 25 GoogleEarth Pro. 2019. Locations 31.718131°, -106.252108° and 31.818539°, -106.178820°. Accessed December 2019. 26 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 2019. National Wetlands Inventory Mapper. Available at: https://www.fws.gov/wetlands/data/Mapper.html. Accessed December 2019. 27 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). 2019. National Hydrography Dataset. Available at: https://viewer.nationalmap.gov/advanced-viewer/index.html?p=nhd. Accessed December 2019.

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APPENDIX A

USFWS-Listed Species IPaC Database Receipt

December 04, 2019

United States Department of the InteriorFISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEAustin Ecological Services Field Office

10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200Austin, TX 78758-4460

Phone: (512) 490-0057 Fax: (512) 490-0974http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/AustinTexas/

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In Reply Refer To: Consultation Code: 02ETAU00-2020-SLI-0339 Event Code: 02ETAU00-2020-E-00733 Project Name: South Mainline Expansion Additional Six Parcels Subject: List of threatened and endangered species that may occur in your proposed project

location, and/or may be affected by your proposed project

To Whom It May Concern:

The enclosed species list identifies threatened, endangered, proposed and candidate species, as well as proposed and final designated critical habitat, that may occur within the county of your proposed project and/or may be affected by your proposed project. The species list fulfills the requirements of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) under section 7(c) of the Endangered Species Act (Act) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.).

Please note that new information based on updated surveys, changes in the abundance and distribution of species, changed habitat conditions, or other factors could change this list. Feel free to contact us if you need more current information or assistance regarding the potential impacts to federally proposed, listed, and candidate species and federally designated and proposed critical habitat. Also note that under 50 CFR 402.12(e) of the regulations implementing section 7 of the Act, the accuracy of this species list should be verified after 90 days. This verification can be completed formally or informally as desired. The Service recommends that verification be completed by visiting the ECOS-IPaC website at regular intervals during project planning and implementation for updates to species lists and information. An updated list may be requested through the ECOS-IPaC system by completing the same process used to receive the enclosed list.

The purpose of the Act is to provide a means whereby threatened and endangered species and the ecosystems upon which they depend may be conserved. Under sections 7(a)(1) and 7(a)(2) of the Act and its implementing regulations (50 CFR 402 et seq.), Federal agencies are required to utilize their authorities to carry out programs for the conservation of federally listed as threatened

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or endangered species and to determine whether projects may affect these species and/or designated critical habitat.

A Biological Assessment is required for construction projects (or other undertakings having similar physical impacts) that are major Federal actions significantly affecting the quality of the human environment as defined in the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2) (c)). For projects other than major construction activities, the Service suggests that a biological evaluation similar to a Biological Assessment be prepared to determine whether the project may affect listed or proposed species and/or designated or proposed critical habitat. Recommended contents of a Biological Assessment are described at 50 CFR 402.12.

While a Federal agency may designate a non-Federal representative to conduct informal consultation or prepare a biological assessment, the Federal Agency must notify the Service in writing of any such designation. The Federal agency shall also independently review and evaluate the scope and content of a biological assessment prepared by their designated non- Federal representative before that document is submitted to the Service.

If a Federal agency determines, based on the Biological Assessment or biological evaluation, that listed species and/or designated critical habitat may be affected by a federally funded, permitted or authorized activity, the agency is required to consult with the Service pursuant to 50 CFR 402. The following definitions are provided to assist you in reaching a determination:

No effect - the proposed action will not affect federally listed species or critical habitat. A “no effect” determination does not require section 7 consultation and no coordination or contact with the Service is necessary. However, if the project changes or additional information on the distribution of listed or proposed species becomes available, the project should be reanalyzed for effects not previously considered.May affect, but is not likely to adversely affect - the project may affect listed species and/or critical habitat; however, the effects are expected to be discountable, insignificant, or completely beneficial. Certain avoidance and minimization measures may need to be implemented in order to reach this level of effect. The Federal agency or the designated non-Federal representative should consult with the Service to seek written concurrence that adverse effects are not likely. Be sure to include all of the information and documentation used to reach your decision with your request for concurrence. The Service must have this documentation before issuing a concurrence.Is likely to adversely affect - adverse effects to listed species may occur as a direct or indirect result of the proposed action. For this determination, the effect of the action is neither discountable nor insignificant. If the overall effect of the proposed action is beneficial to the listed species but the action is also likely to cause some adverse effects to individuals of that species, then the proposed action “is likely to adversely affect” the listed species. The analysis should consider all interrelated and interdependent actions. An “is likely to adversely affect” determination requires the Federal action agency to initiate formal section 7 consultation with our office.

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Regardless of the determination, the Service recommends that the Federal agency maintain a complete record of the evaluation, including steps leading to the determination of effect, the qualified personnel conducting the evaluation, habitat conditions, site photographs, and any other related information. More information on the regulations and procedures for section 7 consultation, including the role of permit or license applicants, can be found in the "Endangered Species Consultation Handbook" at: http://www.fws.gov/endangered/esa-library/pdf/TOC- GLOS.PDF.

Migratory Birds

For projects that may affect migratory birds, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) implements various treaties and conventions for the protection of these species. Under the MBTA, taking, killing, or possessing migratory birds is unlawful. Migratory birds may nest in trees, brushy areas, or other areas of suitable habitat. The Service recommends activities requiring vegetation removal or disturbance avoid the peak nesting period of March through August to avoid destruction of individuals, nests, or eggs. If project activities must be conducted during this time, we recommend surveying for nests prior to conducting work. If a nest is found, and if possible, the Service recommends a buffer of vegetation remain around the nest until the young have fledged or the nest is abandoned.

For additional information concerning the MBTA and recommendations to reduce impacts to migratory birds please contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Migratory Birds Office, 500 Gold Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. A list of migratory birds may be viewed at https:// www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/migratory-bird-treaty-act-protected- species.php. Guidance for minimizing impacts to migratory birds for projects including communications towers can be found at: https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project- assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/communication-towers.php. Additionally, wind energy projects should follow the wind energy guidelines

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance- documents/wind-energy.php ) for minimizing impacts to migratory birds and bats.

Finally, please be aware that bald and golden eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 668 et seq.), and projects affecting these species may require development of an eagle conservation plan https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project- assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/eagles.php.

We appreciate your concern for threatened and endangered species. The Service encourages Federal agencies to include conservation of threatened and endangered species into their project planning to further the purposes of the Act. Please include the Consultation Tracking Number in the header of this letter with any request for consultation or correspondence about your project that you submit to our office.

Attachment(s):

Official Species List

http://www.fws.gov/endangered/esa-library/pdf/TOC-GLOS.PDF

http://www.fws.gov/endangered/esa-library/pdf/TOC-GLOS.PDF

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/migratory-bird-treaty-act-protected-species.php



https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/communication-towers.php

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/communication-towers.php

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/wind-energy.php

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/wind-energy.php

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/eagles.php

https://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/guidance-documents/eagles.php

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Official Species ListThis list is provided pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, and fulfills the requirement for Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary of the Interior information whether any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of a proposed action".

This species list is provided by:

Austin Ecological Services Field Office10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200Austin, TX 78758-4460(512) 490-0057

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Project SummaryConsultation Code: 02ETAU00-2020-SLI-0339

Event Code: 02ETAU00-2020-E-00733

Project Name: South Mainline Expansion Additional Six Parcels

Project Type: OIL OR GAS

Project Description: An addition of 6 parcels to be used as off-site pipe laydown yards and material staging and storage areas adjacent to and near the proposed 17- mile loop line

Project Location:Approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: https:// www.google.com/maps/place/31.69457724962014N106.17146346561464W

Counties: El Paso, TX

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https://www.google.com/maps/place/31.69457724962014N106.17146346561464W

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Endangered Species Act SpeciesThere is a total of 8 threatened, endangered, or candidate species on this species list.

Species on this list should be considered in an effects analysis for your project and could include species that exist in another geographic area. For example, certain fish may appear on the species list because a project could affect downstream species. Note that 2 of these species should be considered only under certain conditions.

IPaC does not display listed species or critical habitats under the sole jurisdiction of NOAA Fisheries , as USFWS does not have the authority to speak on behalf of NOAA and the Department of Commerce.

See the "Critical habitats" section below for those critical habitats that lie wholly or partially within your project area under this office's jurisdiction. Please contact the designated FWS office if you have questions.

NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce.

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BirdsNAME STATUS

Least Tern Sterna antillarumPopulation: interior pop.No critical habitat has been designated for this species.Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8505

Endangered

Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucidaThere is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat.Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8196

Threatened

Northern Aplomado Falcon Falco femoralis septentrionalisPopulation: Wherever found, except where listed as an experimental populationNo critical habitat has been designated for this species.Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1923

Endangered

Piping Plover Charadrius melodusPopulation: [Atlantic Coast and Northern Great Plains populations] - Wherever found, except those areas where listed as endangered.There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat.This species only needs to be considered under the following conditions:

Wind Energy ProjectsSpecies profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6039

Threatened

Red Knot Calidris canutus rufaNo critical habitat has been designated for this species.This species only needs to be considered under the following conditions:

Wind Energy ProjectsSpecies profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1864

Threatened

Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimusThere is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat.Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749

Endangered

Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanusPopulation: Western U.S. DPSThere is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat.Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911

Threatened

Flowering PlantsNAME STATUS

Sneed Pincushion Cactus Coryphantha sneedii var. sneediiNo critical habitat has been designated for this species.Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/4706

Endangered

https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8505








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Critical habitatsTHERE ARE NO CRITICAL HABITATS WITHIN YOUR PROJECT AREA UNDER THIS OFFICE'S JURISDICTION.

APPENDIX B

Texas-Listed Species for El Paso County and TXNDD Natural Resources Elements Database Query

Last Update: 7/17/2019

EL PASO COUNTY

AMPHIBIANSWoodhouse's toad Anaxyrus woodhousii

Extremely catholic up to 5000 feet, does very well (except for traffic) in association with man.

Federal Status: State Status: SGCN: Y

Endemic: N Global Rank: G5 State Rank: SU

BIRDSAmerican peregrine falcon Falco peregrinus anatum

Year-round resident and local breeder in west Texas, nests in tall cliff eyries; also, migrant across state from more northern breeding areas in US and Canada, winters along coast and farther south; occupies wide range of habitats during migration, including urban, concentrations along coast and barrier islands; low-altitude migrant, stopovers at leading landscape edges such as lake shores, coastlines, and barrier islands.

Federal Status: State Status: T SGCN: Y

Endemic: N Global Rank: G4T4 State Rank: S2B

Franklin's gull Leucophaeus pipixcan

Habitat description is not available at this time.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G4G5 State Rank: S2N

gray hawk Buteo plagiatus

Locally and irregularly along U.S.-Mexico border; mature riparian woodlands and nearby semiarid mesquite and scrub grasslands; breeding range formerly extended north to southernmost Rio Grande floodplain of Texas


Endemic: N Global Rank: GNR State Rank: S2B

Mexican spotted owl Strix occidentalis lucida

Remote, shaded canyons of coniferous mountain woodlands (pine and fir); nocturnal predator of mostly small rodents and insects; day roosts in densely vegetated trees, rocky areas, or caves

Federal Status: LT State Status: T SGCN: Y

Endemic: N Global Rank: G3G4T3T4 State Rank: S1B

southwestern willow flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus

Thickets of willow, cottonwood, mesquite, and other species along desert streams

Federal Status: LE State Status: E SGCN: N

Endemic: N Global Rank: G5T2 State Rank: S1B

DISCLAIMERThe information on this web application is provided “as is” without warranty as to the currentness, completeness, or accuracy of any specific data. The data provided are for planning, assessment, and informational purposes. Refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the application website for further information.

Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept. Page 1 of 12Annotated County Lists of Rare Species

EL PASO COUNTY

BIRDSwestern burrowing owl Athene cunicularia hypugaea

Open grasslands, especially prairie, plains, and savanna, sometimes in open areas such as vacant lots near human habitation or airports; nests and roosts in abandoned burrows


Endemic: N Global Rank: G4T4 State Rank: S2

western yellow-billed cuckoo Coccyzus americanus occidentalis

Status applies only to western population beyond the Pecos River Drainage; breeds in riparian habitat and associated drainages; springs, developed wells, and earthen ponds supporting mesic vegetation; deciduous woodlands with cottonwoods and willows; dense understory foliage is important for nest site selection; nests in willow, mesquite, cottonwood, and hackberry; forages in similar riparian woodlands; breeding season mid-May-late Sept.

Federal Status: LT State Status: SGCN: Y

Endemic: N Global Rank: G5T2T3 State Rank: S4S5B

white-faced ibis Plegadis chihi

Prefers freshwater marshes, sloughs, and irrigated rice fields, but will attend brackish and saltwater habitats; currently confined to near-coastal rookeries in so-called hog-wallow prairies. Nests in marshes, in low trees, on the ground in bulrushes or reeds, or on floating mats.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G5 State Rank: S4B

FISHChihuahua catfish Ictalurus sp. 1

Native to the Rio Grande and Davis Mountains in west Texas; it inhabits the middle to upper parts of moderate to large rivers and also occurs in small, headwater creeks and springs over gravel, rubble, rocks, boulders and mud substrates.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G1G2 State Rank: S1

longnose dace Rhinichthys cataractae

Can only be found in the Big Bend portion of the Rio Grande. Occasionally taken in lakes and clear pools of rivers but prefers clear, flowing water in gravelly riffles.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G5 State Rank: S2

speckled chub Macrhybopsis aestivalis

Found throughout the Rio Grande and lower Pecos River but occurs most frequently between the Río Conchos confluence and the Pecos River. Flowing water over coarse sand and fine gravel substrates in streams; typically found in raceways and runs.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G3G4 State Rank: S3S4



EL PASO COUNTY

INSECTSAmerican bumblebee Bombus pensylvanicus



Endemic: Global Rank: G3G4 State Rank: SNR

No accepted common name Isoperla jewetti



Endemic: Global Rank: G1 State Rank: S1

No accepted common name Cibolacris samalayucae



Endemic: Global Rank: G2? State Rank: S2?

MAMMALSAmerican badger Taxidea taxus




big brown bat Eptesicus fuscus

Any wooded areas or woodlands except south Texas. Riparian areas in west Texas.



big free-tailed bat Nyctinomops macrotis

Habitat data sparse but records indicate that species prefers to roost in crevices and cracks in high canyon walls, but will use buildings, as well; reproduction data sparse, gives birth to single offspring late June-early July; females gather in nursery colonies; winter habits undetermined, but may hibernate in the Trans-Pecos; opportunistic insectivore



black-tailed prairie dog Cynomys ludovicianus

Dry, flat, short grasslands with low, relatively sparse vegetation, including areas overgrazed by cattle; live in large family groups





EL PASO COUNTY

MAMMALScave myotis bat Myotis velifer

Colonial and cave-dwelling; also roosts in rock crevices, old buildings, carports, under bridges, and even in abandoned Cliff Swallow (Hirundo pyrrhonota) nests; roosts in clusters of up to thousands of individuals; hibernates in limestone caves of Edwards Plateau and gypsum cave of Panhandle during winter; opportunistic insectivore.



desert pocket gopher Geomys arenarius

Cottonwood-willow association along the Rio Grande in El Paso and Hudspeth counties; does not tolerate clayey or gravelly soils characteristic of the other Geomys species; common along irrigation ditches in the sandy river bottom area.Lives underground, but build large and conspicuous mounds; life history not well documented, but presumed to eat mostly vegetation, be active year round, and bear more than one litter per year.



eastern red bat Lasiurus borealis

Found in a variety of habitats in Texas. Usually associated with wooded areas. Found in towns especially during migration.



hoary bat Lasiurus cinereus

Known from montane and riparian woodland in Trans-Pecos, forests and woods in east and central Texas.



kit fox Vulpes macrotis

Open desert grassland; avoids rugged, rocky terrain and wooded areas.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G4 State Rank: S1S2

long-legged myotis bat Myotis volans

Found in pine-oak woodland to grassland ecotone, higher elevations of Trans-Pecos.High, open woods and mountainous terrain; nursery colonies (which may contain several hundred individuals) form in summer in buildings, crevices, and hollow trees; apparently does not use caves as day roosts, but may use such sites at night; single offspring born June-July.



long-tailed weasel Mustela frenata

Includes brushlands, fence rows, upland woods and bottomland hardwoods, forest edges & rocky desert scrub. Usually live close to water.





EL PASO COUNTY

MAMMALSMexican free-tailed bat Tadarida brasiliensis

Roosts in buildings in east Texas. Largest maternity roosts are in limestone caves on the Edwards Plateau. Found in all habitats, forest to desert.



Mexican long-tongued bat Choeronycteris mexicana

Only Texas record is from riparian forest; in general--neotropical nectivorous species roosting in caves, mines, and large crevices found in deep canyons along the Rio Grande ; also found in buildings and often associated with big-eared bats (Plecotus spp.); single TX record from Santa Ana NWR



mountain lion Puma concolor

Rugged mountains & riparian zones.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G5 State Rank: S2S3

Pecos River muskrat Ondatra zibethicus ripensis

Creeks, rivers, lakes, drainage ditches, and canals; prefer shallow, fresh water with clumps of marshy vegetation, such as cattails, bulrushes, and sedges; live in dome-shaped lodges constructed of vegetation; diet is mainly vegetation; breed year round


Endemic: N Global Rank: G5T3T4 State Rank: S2S3

pronghorn Antilocapra americana

Prefers hilly & plateau areas of open grassland, desert-grassland, & desert-scrub, where it frequents south-facing slopes & other sheltered areas.



rock mouse Peromyscus nasutus

Rocky areas and talus slopes above 6000 feet. General vegetation associations include madrone, oak, maple, juniper, pinyon and ponderosa pine.



Townsend's big-eared bat Corynorhinus townsendii



Endemic: N Global Rank: G4 State Rank: S3?

western hog-nosed skunk Conepatus leuconotus



EL PASO COUNTY

MAMMALSHabitats include woodlands, grasslands & deserts, to 7200 feet, most common in rugged, rocky canyon country; little is known about the habitat of the ssp. telmalestes



western small-footed myotis bat Myotis ciliolabrum

Mountainous regions of the Trans-Pecos, usually in wooded areas, also found in grassland and desert scrub habitats; roosts beneath slabs of rock, behind loose tree bark, and in buildings; maternity colonies often small and located in abandoned houses, barns, and other similar structures; apparently occurs in Texas only during spring and summer months; insectivorous



western spotted skunk Spilogale gracilis




western yellow bat Lasiurus xanthinus

Forages over water both perennial and intermittent sources, found at low elevations (< 6,000 feet), roosts in vegetation (yucca, hackberry, sycamore, cypress, and especially palm); also hibernates in palm; locally common in residential areas landscaped with palms in Tuscon and Phoenix, Arizona; young born in June; insectivore



MOLLUSKSFranklin Mountain talus snail Sonorella metcalfi

Terrestrial; bare rock, talus, scree; inhabits igneous talus most commonly of rhyolitic origin



Franklin Mountain wood snail Ashmunella pasonis

Terrestrial; bare rock, talus, scree; talus slopes, usually of limestone, but also of rhyolite, sandstone, and siltstone, in arid mountain ranges


Endemic: Global Rank: G2G3 State Rank: S1?

Huecos Mountains talus snail Sonorella huecoensis



Endemic: Y Global Rank: G1G2 State Rank: S1?



EL PASO COUNTY

REPTILESBig Bend slider Trachemys gaigeae

Almost exclusively aquatic, sliders (Trachemys spp.) prefer quiet bodies of fresh water with muddy bottoms and abundant aquatic vegetation, which is their main food source; will bask on logs, rocks or banks of water bodies; breeding March-July



Chihuahuan Desert lyre snake Trimorphodon vilkinsonii

Rocky areas with plenty of crevices and fissures. Desert flats, succulent and scrub, and mountain canyons to about 6000 feet. Mostly crevice-dwelling in predominantly limestone-surfaced desert northwest of the Rio Grande from Big Bend to the Franklin Mountains, especially in areas with jumbled boulders and rock faults/fissures; secretive; egg-bearing; eats mostly lizards.



common garter snake Thamnophis sirtalis

Irrigation canals and riparian-corridor farmlands in west; marshy, flooded pastureland, grassy or brushy borders of permanent bodies of water; coastal salt marshes.

Federal Status: State Status: SGCN: N


gray-checkered whiptail Aspidoscelis dixoni




massasauga Sistrurus tergeminus

Quite common in gently rolling prairie occasionally broken by creek valley or rocky hillside.


Endemic: N Global Rank: G3G4 State Rank: S3S4

mountain short-horned lizard Phrynosoma hernandesi

Diurnal, usually in open, shrubby, or openly wooded areas with sparse vegetation at ground level; soil may vary from rocky to sandy; burrows into soil or occupies rodent burrow when inactive; eats ants, spiders, snails, sowbugs, and other invertebrates; inactive during cold weather; breeds March-September





EL PASO COUNTY

REPTILESTexas horned lizard Phrynosoma cornutum

Occurs to 6000 feet, but largely limited below the pinyon-juniper zone on mountains in the Big Bend area. Open, arid and semi-arid regions with sparse vegetation, including grass, cactus, scattered brush or scrubby trees; soil may vary in texture from sandy to rocky; burrows into soil, enters rodent burrows, or hides under rock when inactive; breeds March-September.



western box turtle Terrapene ornata

Ornate or western box trutles inhabit prairie grassland, pasture, fields, sandhills, and open woodland. They are essentially terrestrial but sometimes enter slow, shallow streams and creek pools. For shelter, they burrow into soil (e.g., under plants such as yucca) (Converse et al. 2002) or enter burrows made by other species; winter burrow depth was 0.5-1.8 meters in Wisconsin (Doroff and Keith 1990), 7-120 cm (average depth 54 cm) in Nebraska (Converse et al. 2002). Eggs are laid in nests dug in soft well-drained soil in open area (Legler 1960, Converse et al. 2002). Very partial to sandy soil.



western hognose snake Heterodon nasicus

Habitat consists of areas with sandy or gravelly soils, including prairies, sandhills, wide valleys, river floodplains, bajadas, semiagricultural areas (but not intensively cultivated land), and margins of irrigation ditches (Degenhardt et al. 1996, Hammerson 1999, Werler and Dixon 2000, Stebbins 2003). Also thornscrub woodlands and chaparral thickets. Seems to prefer sandy and loamy soils, not necessarily flat. Periods of inactivity are spent burrowed in the soil or in existing burrows. Eggs are laid in nests a few inches below the ground surface (Platt 1969).



western rattlesnake Crotalus viridis

Grassland, both desert and prairie; shrub desert rocky hillsides; edges of arid and semi-arid river breaks.



PLANTSAlamo beardtongue Penstemon alamosensis

Rocky soils derived from limestone (in Texas), usually in sheltered sites, often on north facing slopes and in mesic canyon bottoms, occasionally in rock crevices or among unbrowsed shrubs; flowering late April-June



Bigelow's desert grass Blepharidachne bigelovii

Restricted to xeric limestone or various gypsum-influenced habitats; Perennial; Flowering March-Dec; Fruiting March-Dec





EL PASO COUNTY

PLANTSComal snakewood Colubrina stricta

In El Paso County, found in a patch of thorny shrubs in colluvial deposits and sandy soils at the base of an igneous rock outcrop; the historic Comal County record does not describe the habitat; in Mexico ,found in shrublands on calcareous, gravelly, clay soils with woody associates; flowering late spring or early summer



dense cory cactus Escobaria dasyacantha var. dasyacantha

Lechuguilla-sotol or creosote bush shrublands, grasslands, and oak-juniper woodlands on gravelly, rocky, and/or loamy soils over igneous or limestone substrates at moderate elevations 750-1800 m (2450-5900 ft) in the Chihuahuan Desert; flowering March-May (-July), fruiting (May-) June-August



desert night-blooming cereus Peniocereus greggii var. greggii

Chihuahuan Desert shrublands or shrub invaded grasslands in alluvial or gravelly soils at lower elevations, 1200-1500 m (3900-4900 ft), on slopes, benches, arroyos, flats, and washes; flowering synchronized over a few nights in early May to late June when almost all mature plants bloom, flowers last only one day and open just after dark, may flower as early as April


Endemic: N Global Rank: G3G4T2 State Rank: S2

fleshy tidestromia Tidestromia carnosa

Occurs in saline or gypseous soils in open situations; Annual; Flowering March-Nov; Fruiting April-Nov



great sage Salvia summa

Limestone cliffs and slopes in the Guadalupe and Franklin Mountains; Perennial; Flowering April-June; Fruiting May-Oct


Endemic: N Global Rank: G3? State Rank: S2

Hueco rock-daisy Perityle huecoensis

North-facing or otherwise mostly shaded limestone cliff faces within relatively mesic canyon system; flowering spring-fall



lyreleaf twistflower Streptanthus carinatus ssp. carinatus

Occurs on igneous and limestone slopes and alluvial fans (Carr 2015).


Endemic: N Global Rank: G4T3T4 State Rank: S3



EL PASO COUNTY

PLANTSMt. Davis brickellbush Brickellia parvula

Occurs on rocky slopes and ridges in the mountains of the southwestern U.S. at elevations between 1200 and 2100 m; Perennial; Flowering Aug-Sept; Fruiting Sept-Oct



Payson's hiddenflower Cryptantha paysonii

Rocky limestone slopes in mountains; Perennial; Flowering May; Fruiting May-June



Pima pineapple cactus Coryphantha scheeri var. robustispina


Federal Status: LE State Status: SGCN: N

Endemic: N Global Rank: G4T2Q State Rank: SNA

Plank's catchfly Silene plankii

Franklin Mountains of El Paso County, occurring in crevices on shaded igneous cliff faces above ca. 5000 ft.; Perennial; Flowering summer-early autumn



resin-leaf brickellbush Brickellia baccharidea

Mixed desert shrublands on bajada slopes and in arroyos on sandy or gravelly soils derived from limestone, but also known from igneous substrates; flowering September-April



sand prickly-pear Opuntia arenaria

Deep, loose or semi-stabilized sands in sparsely vegetated dune or sandhill areas, or sandy floodplains in arroyos; flowering May-June



Scheer's cory cactus Coryphantha scheeri var. uncinata

Rocky hillsides (Carr 2015).


Endemic: N Global Rank: G4TUQ State Rank: S2



EL PASO COUNTY

PLANTSsmooth bur-cucumber Sicyos glaber

Mesic canyons in the Chisos and Guadalupe Mountains (Carr 2015).



Sneed's pincushion cactus Escobaria sneedii var. sneedii

Xeric limestone outcrops on rocky, usually steep slopes in desert mountains, in the Chihuahuan Desert succulent shrublands or grasslands; flowering April-September (peak usually in April, sometimes opportunistically after summer rains; fruiting August - November

Federal Status: LE State Status: E SGCN: Y

Endemic: N Global Rank: G2G3QT2Q State Rank: S2

Stebbin's desert dandelion Malacothrix stebbinsii




Texas false saltgrass Allolepis texana

Sandy to silty soils of valley bottoms and river floodplains, not generally on alkaline or saline sites; Perennial; Flowering (May-) July-October depending on rainfall



Vasey's bitterweed Hymenoxys vaseyi

Occurs on xeric limestone cliffs and slopes at mid- to high elevations in desert shrublands.



Waterfall's milkvetch Astragalus waterfallii

Rocky limestone slopes; Perennial; Flowering Feb-May; Fruiting April- May



Wheeler's spurge Euphorbia geyeri var. wheeleriana

Sparingly vegetated, loose eolian quartz sand on reddish sand dunes or coppice mounds; flowering and fruiting at least August-September, probably earlier and later, as well





EL PASO COUNTY

PLANTSWright's fishhook cactus Mammillaria wrightii var. wrightii

Franklin Mountains (Carr 2015)





Element Occurrence Record

Athene cunicularia hypugaea Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 5 3678Eo Id:

Federal Status:G4T4 S2State Rank:Global Rank:

TX Protection Status:

Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOswestern burrowing owlCommon Name:

Identification Confirmed: Y - Yes

Location Information:

Directions

JUST EAST OF LEE TREVINO DRIVE AND SOUTH OF THE JUAN DE HERRERA LATERAL BRANCH IN EL PASO; CA. 1.1

AIR MILES WEST OF I-10

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

2001-02-05 2001-02-05

General

Description:

Comments:

OPEN AREA WITH A COUPLE OF PILES OF MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPING DEBRIS, OWL WAS USING

AUGER HOLE THAT WAS MADE TO TAKE A CORE SAMPLE PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION OF A CELL

TOWER

Comments:

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

ONE OWL OBSERVED

Community Information:

Composition Note:Lifeform:Dominant:Stratum:Scientific Name:

Citation:

KUTZ, JULIE. 2001. DATA FOR SIGHTING OF BURROWING OWL IN EL PASO SENT TO DORINDA SCOTT. FEBRUARY

19, 2001.

Reference:

Specimen:

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Athene cunicularia hypugaea Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 6 4775Eo Id:



Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOswestern burrowing owlCommon Name:



Directions

CA. 1.8 AIR MILES SOUTH OF YSLETA; CA. 1.4 AIR MILES NORTHWEST OF SOCORRO; BETWEEN FRANKLIN DRAIN

AND SOUTH SIDE FEEDER LATERAL

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

2001-06-11 2001-06-11

General

Description:

Comments:

DISTURBED LAND AT EDGE OF INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX AND DRAINAGE CHANNEL

Comments: OBSERVER: STEPHANIE DRISCOLL OF URS CORPORATION, PICTURE WAS INCLUDED WITH

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

4-5 INDIVIDUALS - POSSIBLY FAMILY GROUP WITH AT LEAST THREE FLEDGLINGS



Citation:

CHARPENTIER, JEAN PAUL. 2001. FAX WITH INFORMATION FOR A WESTERN BURROWING OWL RECORD IN EL

PASO, TEXAS. AUGUST 14, 2001.

Reference:

Specimen:

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Euphorbia geyeri var. wheeleriana Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 1 7801Eo Id:



Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOsWheeler's spurgeCommon Name:



Directions

69 MILES WEST OF JUNCTION OF HIGHWAY 180 AND 1437, ON 180

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

1972 1972-08-14

General

Description:

Comments:

RED SAND HILLS ALONG ROADSIDE

Comments: VERY NEAR EL PASO ON HIGHWAY 180; ORIGINAL SOURCE STATES THAT SPECIES WAS OBSERVED IN

HUDSPETH COUNTY

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

IN FRUIT



Citation:

Reference:

Specimen:

University of Texas at Austin, Lundell Herbarium. 1972. J.D. Bacon #1408 and R.L. Hartman, Specimen # none TEX-LL. 14 August

1972.

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Directions

ABOUT 20 MILES EAST OF EL PASO [ON CARLSBAD HIGHWAY, PER WARNOCK]

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

1961-09-08

General

Description:

Comments:

REDDISH SAND COPPICE MOUNDS

Comments:

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

ABUNDANT ANNUALS IN LOOSE SAND NOT YET IN FRUIT (8 SEPT. 1961)



Citation:

Warnock, Barton H. 1974. Wildflowers of the Guadalupe Mountains and the sand dune country, Texas. Sul Ross State

University, Alpine, TX. 176 pp.

Reference:

Specimen:

University of Texas at Austin Herbarium. 1961. D.S. Correll #24330 and M.C. Johnston, Specimen # 256097 TEX. 8 September 1961.

(Holotype)

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Directions

ALONG US ROUTE 62/180, 15-17 MILES EAST OF EL PASO NEAR FOOTHILLS OF HUECO MOUNTAINS

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

1942-08-16 1952-07-28

General

Description:

Comments:

AMONG SHIFTING SAND DUNES AND IN OTHER SANDY SITUATIONS OF WHAT WARNOCK AND

JOHNSTON (1969) CALLED THE JORNADA DEL MUERTO

Comments: COMPLETE SPECIMEN CITATIONS: AMONG SHIFTING SAND DUNES NEAR FOOTHILLS OF HUECO

MOUNTAINS, 17 MILES EAST OF EL PASO, 16 AUGUST 1942, U.T. WATERFALL 3900 (GH); AND, IN DEEP

SAND ALONG CARLSBAD HIGHWAY CA. 15 MILES EAST OF EL PASO, ALTITUDE 4000 FEET, 28 JULY

1952, B.H. WARNOCK 10900 (SMU, SRSC, TEX); BOTH SPECIMENS CITED IN THE ARTICLE CONTAINING

THE TYPE DESCRIPTION (SEE BEST SOURCE)

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:



Citation:

WARNOCK, B.H. AND M.C. JOHNSTON. 1969. EUPHORBIA EXSTIPULATA VAR. LATA AND EUPHORBIA GEYERI VAR.

WHEELERIANA WARNOCK & JOHNSTON, NEW TAXA FROM WESTERN TEXAS. SOUTHWESTERN NATURALIST

14(1): 127-128.

Reference:

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Specimen:

GRAY HERBARIUM. 1942. U.T. WATERFALL #3900, SPECIMEN # NONE GH.

SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY HERBARIUM. 1952. B.H. WARNOCK #10900, SPECIMEN # NONE SMU.

SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY HERBARIUM. 1952. B.H. WARNOCK #10900, SPECIMEN # NONE SRSC.

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HERBARIUM. 1952. B.H. WARNOCK #10900, SPECIMEN # NONE TEX.

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Ondatra zibethicus ripensis Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 7 1459Eo Id:

Federal Status:G5T3T4 S2S3State Rank:Global Rank:


Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOsPecos River muskratCommon Name:



Directions

IN THE IRRIGATION DITCHES ALONG THE RIO GRANDE AROUND EL PASO AREA FROM ANTHONY (NORTH OF EL

PASO) TO CLINT (SOUTH OF EL PASO)

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

1975-1976

General

Description:

Comments:

IRRIGATION DITCHES

Comments: 185 SPECIMENS COLLECTED 26 DECEMBER 1975-10 JANUARY 1976

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

106 SPECIMENS WITH SEX NOT RECORDED, 46 FEMALE SPECIMENS, 33 MALE SPECIMENS



Citation:

LUTZ, SCOTT. 1995. PERSONAL CORRESPONDENCE BY PHONE BETWEEN PEGGY HORNER AND SCOTT LUTZ

(UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON, PREVIOUSLY OF TEXAS TECH AND TEXAS A& M). CONVERSATION

INCLUDED MORE INFORMATION CONCERNING THE PECOS RIVER MUSKRAT SPECIMENS COLLECTED AROUND

EL PASO, TEXAS IN 1975-76. SPECIMENS HOUSED AT TEXAS A& M COOPERATIVE WILDLIFE COLLECTION.

Reference:

Specimen:

TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY, TEXAS COOPERATIVE WILDLIFE COLLECTION. 1975-1976. R.S. LUTZ AND D. HEFT,

CATALOG # ? TCWC. 26 DECEMBER 1975-10 JANUARY 1976.

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Opuntia arenaria Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 10 7541Eo Id:

Federal Status:G2 S2State Rank:Global Rank:


Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOssand prickly-pearCommon Name:



Directions

TXDOT EL PASO DISTRICT HQ, 13301 GATEWAY BLVD, EL PASO; GATEWAY BLVD PARALLELS I-10; SOUTHEAST OF

YSLETA

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

2001-04 2003-05-08

2001-04-01

General

Description:

Comments:

TRANSPLANTED TO AREA BY OFFICE BUILDINGS RECEIVING DRIP IRRIGATION

Comments: THESE CACTI ORIGINALLY OCCURRED ON ARTCRAFT ROAD (TEXAS 178) (SEE EOR 009); MAJORITY OF

PLANTS WERE TRANSPLANTED TO THE CHIHUAHUAN DESERT GARDEN AT THE CITY OF EL PASO'S

WILDERNESS PARK MUSEUM, THESE PLANTS DID NOT SURVIVE; 'A FEW PLANTS' WERE ALSO

TRANSPLANTED TO THE TXDOT EL PASO DISTRICT HQ AT 212 NORTH CLARK, EL PASO; AFTER

OFFICES WERE RELOCATED, THE CACTI WERE TRANSPLANTED TO THE NEW LOCATION; PLANTS

RECEIVE DRIP IRRIGATION

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

APRIL 2001, 'TWO LARGE PATCHES' TRANSPLANTED TO NEW TXDOT HQ LOCATION; 8 MAY 2003, CA. 20

PLANTS WHICH ARE GROWING, BLOOMING



Citation:

TELLES-GOINS, MARY. 2002. EL PASO DISTRICT STAFF MAKE ROOM FOR THORNY, BUT COLORFUL INDIVIDUALS.

TXDOT NEWSLETTER. ENVISION, SUMMER/FALL 2002.

TELLES-GOINS, MARY. 2003. TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITH SANDY BIRNBAUM DISCUSSING LOCATIONS AND

SURVIVAL OF TRANSPLANTED OPUNTIA ARENARIA POPULATION IN EL PASO. 8 MAY 2003.

Reference:

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Specimen:

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Rhinichthys cataractae Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 9 14012Eo Id:

Federal Status:G5 S2State Rank:Global Rank:


Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOslongnose daceCommon Name:



Directions

Data aggregated from Fishes of Texas specimens. No directions added.

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

1988-02-24 1988-02-24 1988-02-24

1988-02-24H

General

Description:

Comments:

Comments:

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

24 Feb 1988: 1 specimen was collected.



Citation:

Fishes of Texas. 2015. Database download from the Fishes of Texas online database (http://www.fishesoftexas.org/home/) of

SGCN species on 11 May 2015. University of Texas, Texas Natural History Collections, Excel spreadsheet.

Reference:

Specimen:

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Vulpes macrotis Occurrence #:Scientific Name: 14 1778Eo Id:

Federal Status:G4 S1S2State Rank:Global Rank:


Track Status: Track all extant and selected historical EOskit foxCommon Name:



Directions

15 MILES EAST OF EL PASO ON HIGHWAY 180/62

Observed Area:

Eo Type:

First Observation:

Survey Information:

Survey Date:

Eo Rank:

Last Observation:

Eo Rank Date:

1972-11-10 1972-11-10

General

Description:

Comments:

Comments:

Protection

Comments:

Management

Comments:

EO Data:

Data:

ONE FEMALE (SKIN AND SKELETON)



Citation:

HARRIS, ARTHUR H. 1995. PERSONAL CORRESPONDENCE WITH PEGGY HORNER IN REGARD TO VULPES

MACROTIS.

Reference:

Specimen:

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO MUSEUM. 1972. D. DVORAK #2, CATALOG # 3632 UTEP. 10 NOVEMBER 1972.

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Occurrence List for Quads Surrounding

Request Area

Scientific Name: Common Name:

Occurrence

Number:

State

Status: Eo Id:

Federal

Status:

Agave lechuguilla-dasylirion leiophyllum series Lechuguilla-sotol Series 4 764

Agave lechuguilla-dasylirion leiophyllum series Lechuguilla-sotol Series 6 2585

Astragalus waterfallii Waterfall's milkvetch 10 10188

Bouteloua curtipendula-bouteloua eriopoda

seriesSideoats Grama-black Grama Series 3 4116

Bouteloua curtipendula-bouteloua eriopoda

seriesSideoats Grama-black Grama Series 17 3645

Brickellia baccharidea resin-leaf brickellbush 1 7203








Brickellia parvula Mt. Davis brickellbush 1 10425

Brickellia parvula Mt. Davis brickellbush 3 10160

Colubrina stricta Comal snakewood 2 524

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Occurrence

Number:

State

Status: Eo Id:

Federal

Status:

Cryptantha paysonii Payson's hiddenflower 1 7155

Escobaria dasyacantha var. dasyacantha dense cory cactus 7 4556

Escobaria sneedii var. sneedii Sneed's pincushion cactus 1 E 7001LE










Euphorbia geyeri var. wheeleriana Wheeler's spurge 2 5919

Euphorbia geyeri var. wheeleriana Wheeler's spurge 3 8587

Fallugia paradoxa series Apache-plume Series 2 1234



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Occurrence

Number:

State

Status: Eo Id:

Federal

Status:

Juniperus monosperma series Oneseed Juniper Series 4 6553

Larrea tridentata-parthenium incanum series Creosote-mariola Series 11 425

Ondatra zibethicus ripensis Pecos River muskrat 5 2889

Ondatra zibethicus ripensis Pecos River muskrat 7 1459

Opuntia arenaria sand prickly-pear 2 7311





Peniocereus greggii var. greggii desert night-blooming cereus 12 6446

Penstemon alamosensis Alamo beardtongue 1 3577

Penstemon alamosensis Alamo beardtongue 2 5154

Perityle huecoensis Hueco rock-daisy 1 986

Perityle huecoensis Hueco rock-daisy 2 8063

Phrynosoma cornutum Texas horned lizard 45 T 8581



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Occurrence

Number:

State

Status: Eo Id:

Federal

Status:

Quercus pungens-cercocarpus montanus series Scrub Oak-mountain Mahogany Series 1 6879



Rhinichthys cataractae longnose dace 9 14012

Salvia summa great sage 9 2912

Silene plankii Plank's catchfly 1 827






Sonorella metcalfi Franklin Mountain talus snail 1 1120

Spilogale gracilis western spotted skunk 35 14261



Vulpes macrotis kit fox 14 1778

Vulpes macrotis kit fox 15 1291

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Source Feature List for Quads

Surrounding Request Area

Source Feature

ID:Scientific Name: Source Feature Descriptor: Source Feature Locator:

32589 Phrynosoma cornutum




33069 Terrapene ornata

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TABLE 1-1 PROPOSED PROJECT FACILITIES

Facility Description County, State Milepost(s)

Temporary Construction Land Use (acres)

Permanent Operational Land Use (acres)

Land Requirements by Project Element (acres)

17‐mile Loop Line

17 miles of new pipeline

El Paso and Hudspeth, Texas

174.5‐191.5

0 51.61 51.61

New mainline valve No. 23‐3/4

El Paso, TX

174.5 0 0.14 0.14

New mainline valve No. 23

Hudspeth, TX

191.5 0 0.19 0.19

Temporary construction ROW

El Paso and Hudspeth, TX

174.5‐191.5

82.2 0 82.2

Shared ROW with EPNG Lines 1100 and 1103 (existing ROW Work Area [ERWA])


174.5‐191.5

44.8 12.2 57.0

ATWS at road and wash crossings


Variable (see Table 8.3 in RR8)

25.3 0 25.3

Contractor/pipe yards

El Paso, TX

Off‐site 39.49 0 39.49

Staging Areas El Paso and Hudspeth, TX

188.0 and 174.5

14.4 0 14.4

Temporary access roads


Variable between 174.5 and 191.5

0.3 27.8 28.1

Total Land Use (17‐mile loop line) 206.49 91.9 298.39

Red Mountain Compressor Station

New compressor station, necessary auxiliary equipment,

Luna, NM 305.3 72.0 6.2 78.2

access road

Total Land Use (Red Mountain Compressor Station) 78.2

Dragoon Compressor Station

New compressor station, access road, and necessary auxiliary equipment

Cochise, AZ

406.9 54.8 6.4 61.2

Total Land Use (Dragoon Compressor Station) 61.2

* Totals may not add up due to rounding.

TABLE 8-1 17-MILE LOOP LINE LAND REQUIREMENTS

Facility County, State Milepost(s) Temporary

Construction Land Use (acres)

Permanent Operational Land

Use (acres) Total (acres)

New permanent ROW for 17 miles of buried pipeline, MLV 1, MLV 2, and pig launchers/receivers


174.5-191.5 0 51.94 51.94

Existing ROW Work Area (ERWA)


variable locations between 174.5 and 191.5

44.8 12.2 57.0

Temporary Workspace (TWS)



82.2 0 82.2

ATWS at road and wash crossings



25.3 0 25.3

Contractor/pipe yards El Paso, TX n/a 39.49 0 39.49

Staging Areas El Paso and Hudspeth, TX

188.0 and 174.5 14.4 0 14.4

Access roads El Paso and Hudspeth, TX

variable between 174.5 and 191.5

0.3 27.8 28.1

Total 206.49 91.9 298.39

TABLE 8-3 17-MILE LOOP LINE ADDITIONAL TEMPORARY WORK SPACES, CONTRACTOR YARDS, AND LAYDOWN AREAS

Facility ID County, State Milepost at Midpoint

Dimensions Reason Needed Area

(Acres) Existing Land Use

ATWS-1 Hudspeth, TEXAS 174.61 25' X 311' WASH AREA 0.18 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-2 Hudspeth, TEXAS 175.11 61' X 364' PIPELINE CROSSING/PI WORK SPACE/WASH

0.51 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-3 Hudspeth, TEXAS 176.22 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Shrub/Scrub





ATWS-8 Hudspeth, TEXAS 177.38 25' X 277' ROAD CROSSING 0.16 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay)

ATWS-9 Hudspeth, TEXAS 177.6-177.65 25' X 307' WASH AREA 0.18 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-10 Hudspeth, TEXAS 177.77 25' X 110' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW

0.07 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay)

ATWS-11 Hudspeth, TEXAS 177.80 25' X 140' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW


ATWS-12 EL PASO, TEXAS 179.80 25' X 528' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW/WASH


ATWS-13 EL PASO, TEXAS 179.88 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 shrub/Scrub

ATWS-14 EL PASO, TEXAS 179.99 40' X 544' PI'S/ROAD CROSSING 0.50 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-15 EL PASO, TEXAS 180.50 25' X 402' WASH AREAS 0.23 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-16 EL PASO, TEXAS 180.74 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub

























ATWS‐38 EL PASO, TEXAS 183.61 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-39 EL PASO, TEXAS 183.64 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-40 EL PASO, TEXAS 183.75-183.40 25' X 522' WASH AREA 0.30 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub


ATWS-42 EL PASO, TEXAS 183.95 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay),




Shrub/Scrub





ATWS-47 EL PASO, TEXAS 184.75 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous





ATWS-52 EL PASO, TEXAS 185.05 25' X 125' ROAD CROSSING 0.07 Grassland/Herbaceous
























ATWS-73 EL PASO, TEXAS 187.32 25' X 236 PIPELINE CROSSINGS

0.14 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous

ATWS-74 EL PASO, TEXAS 188.06 25' X 125' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW

0.07 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-75 EL PASO, TEXAS 188.22-188.92 134' X 3,630' EXTRA SPACE FOR SAND DUNE AREA

7.22 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-76 EL PASO, TEXAS 189.49 20' X 115' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW

0.05 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-77 EL PASO, TEXAS 190.02 5' X 221' TEMPORARY WORKSPACE/SPOIL DIRT

0.03 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-78 EL PASO, TEXAS 190.18-190.33 20' X 803' TEMPORARY WORKSPACE/SPOIL DIRT

0.38 Developed (Low Intensity), Developed (Open Space), Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-79 EL PASO, TEXAS 190.68-190.78 140' X 529' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW

1.24 Developed (Open Space), Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-80 EL PASO, TEXAS 190.80-190.99 22' X 1016' ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW

0.24 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-81 EL PASO, TEXAS 191.11 85' X 250' HDD BORE PIT AREA 0.48 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous

ATWS-82 EL PASO, TEXAS 191.15-191.517

25' X 1947' HDD PULL BACK 1.10 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous

ATWS-83 EL PASO, TEXAS 191.52 25' X 143' ROAD CROSSING/ACCESS ROW

0.08 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-84 EL PASO, TEXAS 175.03 25'x150' DRY WASH 0.09 Shrub/Scrub

ATWS-85 EL PASO, TEXAS 175.09 25'X100' DRY WASH 0.06 Shrub/Scrub






















ATWS-104 EL PASO, TEXAS

177.06 25'X150'

DRY WASH 0.09 Barren Land (Rocks/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub


177.17 25'X150'



177.21 25'X150'



177.24 25'X150'



177.67 25'X50'



177.69 25'X150'



178.49 25'X150'



178.53 25'X150'



179.09 25'X150'



179.13 25'X150'



189.49 20' X 115'

ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW



190.83 10'X96'

ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW


ATWS-116 EL PASO, TEXAS 191.03 393’X 276’ ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW


ATWS-117 EL PASO, TEXAS 191.04 253’X 322’ ROAD BORE/ACCESS ROW





Contractor/Pipe Yard 1

EL PASO, TEXAS N/A 344' x 520' Pipe Storage Area 4.10 Developed (Open Space), Developed (Low Intensity), Barren Land (Rock/Sand/Clay), Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous

Contractor/Pipe Yard 2 (Will Not be Used)

EL PASO, TEXAS N/A 345' x 644' Pipe Storage Area 5.16 Shrub/Scrub

Contractor/Pipe Yard 3 (Will Not be Used)

EL PASO, TEXAS N/A 317' x 693' Pipe Storage Area 5.05 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous


EL PASO, TEXAS N/A 315' x 639' Pipe Storage Area 5.00 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous


EL PASO, TEXAS N/A 344' x 677' Pipe Storage Area 5.34 Developed (Open Space), Developed (Low Intensity), Developed (Medium Intensity), Developed (High Intensity)


EL PASO, TEXAS NA Pipe storage Area 10.0 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous

Contractor Truck Staging Area 1

EL PASO, TEXAS NA Truck and Material Staging Area

15.0 Developed (Medium Intensity)

Staging Area 1 HUDSPETH, TEXAS

174.54 498' x 534' Staging Area 6.10 Shrub/Scrub

Staging Area 2 EL PASO, TEXAS 188.00 941' X 486' X 345' X

263'X513'

Staging Area 7.22 Shrub/Scrub, Grassland/Herbaceous

Staging Area 3 EL PASO, TEXAS 190.97 353.7’X 132.6’

Staging Area 1.10 Developed (High Intensity)

Certificate of Service I hereby certify that I have this day caused a copy of the foregoing document to be served upon each person designated on the official service list compiled by the Commission's Secretary in this proceeding in accordance with the requirements of Section 385.2010 of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Dated at Colorado Springs, Colorado as of this 17th day of January, 2020.

/s/ Francisco Tarin

Two North Nevada Avenue Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903 (719) 667-7517

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