Peace Region Electricity Supply Project Plan-SiteC Related

PEACE REGION ELECTRICITY SUPPLY PROJECT
MANAGEMENT PLAN
IN SUPPORT OF
CROW N LAND APPLICATION FOR AN

INVESTIGATIVE USE PERMIT
PREPARED BY:
Amec Foster Wheeler Americas Limited

Suite 600, 4445 Lougheed Hwy.
Burnaby, BC, V5C 5A9
PREPARED FOR:
BRITISH COLUMBIA HYDRO AND POW ER AUTHORITY
BC Hydro File No: TY-7737

Amec Foster Wheeler File No: 174200
Reference: VE52359
January 2017
BRITISH COLUMBIA HYDRO AND POWER AUTHORITY
INVESTIGATIVE USE PERMIT MANAGEMENT PLAN
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This report was prepared exclusively for British Columbia Hydro and Power
Authority by Amec Foster Wheeler Americas Limited. The quality of information,
conclusions and estimates contained herein is consistent with the level of effort
involved in Amec Foster Wheelers services and based on: i) information available
at the time of preparation, ii) data supplied by outside sources and iii) the
assumptions, conditions and qualifications set forth in this report. This report is
intended to be used by British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority only, subject
to the terms and conditions of its contract with Amec Foster Wheeler. Any other
use of this report by any third party is at that partys sole risk.
Prepared by: Stacy Hammond, B.Sc, P.Ag.

Environmental Scientist
Amec Foster Wheeler Americas Ltd.
Reviewed by: Kourtney Bradley, R.P.Bio.

Environmental Coordinator
Reviewed by: Tim Slaney, R.P.Bio.

Manager of Environment, Vancouver
BC Hydro Project No.: TY7737

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
2. Project Overview ............................................................................................................ 1
2.1 Project Description .................................................................................................. 1
2.2 Location .................................................................................................................. 2
2.3 Investigative Works ................................................................................................. 2
2.3.1 Boreholes ........................................................................................................ 1
2.3.2 Test Pits .......................................................................................................... 1
2.4 Access .................................................................................................................... 1
2.5 Site Preparation ...................................................................................................... 2
2.6 Equipment Requirements ........................................................................................ 2
2.7 Schedule ................................................................................................................. 2
2.8 Site Restoration ...................................................................................................... 2
3. Additional Information .................................................................................................... 2
3.1 Environmental ......................................................................................................... 2
3.1.1 Terrestrial Resources ...................................................................................... 2
3.1.2 Archaeological Resources............................................................................... 4
3.1.3 Atmospheric Resources .................................................................................. 6
3.1.4 Aquatic Resources and Fish Habitat ............................................................... 7
3.1.5 Wildlife Habitat ................................................................................................ 7
3.1.6 Fire Hazard ..................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Socio-community..................................................................................................... 9
3.2.1 Land Use Management ................................................................................... 9
3.2.2 Land Ownership and Tenure ........................................................................... 9
3.2.3 Recreation, Hunting, Trapping, Fishing ..........................................................10
3.2.4 Parks and Protected Areas ............................................................................10
3.2.5 Water Use and Licenced Works .....................................................................10
3.2.6 Forestry and Mining .......................................................................................10
3.2.7 Oil and Gas ....................................................................................................11
3.2.8 Visual and Aesthetic Resources .....................................................................11
3.2.9 Public Health ..................................................................................................12
3.2.10 First Nations Consultation ..............................................................................12
4. Summary of Potential Environmental Effects and Mitigation......................................... 14
5. References .................................................................................................................. 15
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Geotechnical Investigation Locations, Methodologies, Clearing Requirements and

Site Characteristics .............................................................................................................. 1
Table 2: Socio-economic Effects Assessment .................................................................11
Table 3: Summary of Potential Environmental Effects and Mitigation ..............................14
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Geotechnical Investigative Works and EOA Study Area ....................................17

Figure 2: Site of Investigative Works.................................................................................18
Figure 3: Site of Investigative Works Orthophoto ...........................................................19

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Figure 4: Track Mounted Auger Rig ..................................................................................20

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LIST OF ACRONYMS
Acronym Definition
AIA Archaeological Impact Assessment
BC British Columbia
BC Hydro British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority
CDC Conservation Data Centre
COSEWIC Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada
DCAT Dawson Creek Area Transmission
EMP Environmental Management Plan
FISS Fisheries Information Summary System
FLNRO Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations
IUP Investigative Use Permit
LOO Licence of Occupation
LRMP Land Resource Management Plan
LTC Licence to Cut
MOE Ministry of Environment
PRES Peace Region Electricity Supply
RMZs Resource Management Zones
ROW right-of-way
RUP Road Use Permits
SUP Special Use Permits
VLI Visual Landscape Inventory
Units of Measure
Symbol/Unit Definition
km kilometre
m metre
mm millimetre

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1. INTRODUCTION
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) commissioned Amec Foster Wheeler to
prepare this Management Plan in support of an Investigative Use Permit (IUP) under Section 14
of the Land Act to conduct geotechnical investigations (the Work) in support of the Peace Region
Electricity Supply (PRES) Project.
This Management Plan outlines the plan for activities related to the IUP and outlines known or
possible environmental issues associated with the Work. Information has been extracted from the
Peace Region Electricity Supply Project Alternative 5 Desktop Environmental Overview (Amec
Foster Wheeler, 2015) and is supplemented by field study information collected during
spring/summer 2016 as part of the Environmental Overview Assessment (currently in preparation).
2. PROJECT OVERVIEW
2.1 Project Description
The Peace Region electrical load is forecast to increase in the next 30 years, primarily driven by
unconventional gas production, and most prolifically in the Dawson Creek and Groundbirch area.
Gas producers have expressed an interest in using electricity rather than gas for upstream gas
production, processing, and compression facilities.
The Dawson Creek / Chetwynd Area Transmission (DCAT) project, which went into service in late
2015, has resolved the initial constraints in the transmission system supplying the Dawson Creek
and Groundbirch area. The DCAT project alone is insufficient to supply the forecasted load growth,
so another project is required to resolve the upstream constraints in the transmission system
supplying the area. This additional project is the Peace Region Electricity Supply (PRES) project
(the Project).
The PRES Project is not part of the Site C Clean Energy Project, and PRES is not required for
Site C to proceed. However, before the PRES Project can be put in service, both the Southbank
substation and the first of the two 500kV transmission lines, all of which are being constructed as
part of Site C, need to be in service.
At present, BC Hydro is investigating a PRES transmission line route corridor as shown in

Figure 1. A preliminary transmission line alignment has been developed and engineering,
environmental, archaeological and traditional land use studies are underway to inform further
refinements. BC Hydro requires an IUP to conduct geotechnical investigations. These
investigations will inform preliminary design and route development. The Licence of Occupation
application and other ancillary permits will follow once preliminary design has been determined.
Prior to commencement of the Work, Amec Foster Wheeler will conduct site-specific
environmental and archaeological field assessments in early summer 2017, as described below
to supplement the information collected during the EOA. In addition, an Environmental
Management Plan (EMP) will be prepared with site-specific recommendations prior to the
commencement of the Work proposed in this management plan.

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2.2 Location
The proposed geotechnical investigations are located in a rural setting in the Peace River Regional
District, approximately 7 km southwest of Fort St. John, BC. A total of eight vertical boreholes and
16 test pits are required for the geotechnical investigations. The location of the boreholes and test
pits are shown in Figures 1 to 3.
The proposed geotechnical investigation locations are strategically placed along the Project
corridor from the south Peace River valley slopes to the Groundbirch substation. Two boreholes
are to be completed on the south Peace River valley slope with the aim to intersect potentially
deep-seated slide surfaces. Three boreholes and three test pits are located on and along the north
Pine River valley slope. Along the south Pine River valley sideslope two boreholes are proposed.
Between the south Pine River valley sideslope and the Groundbirch substation a total of 13 test
pits are recommended, most of which are located along existing access roads and trails. One
borehole is located along the south bank of Favels Creek.
2.3 Investigative Works
The purpose of the subsurface investigations is to confirm foundation conditions and to define the
depth of potential deep-seated slide surfaces identified at some of the major river valley
sideslopes. Additional to determining the foundation conditions, the intention of the deep boreholes
is to define potential slide surfaces associated with deep-seated sliding identified along the south
Peace River valley slope, the north and south Pine River valley slopes and at the southern valley
slope crest of Favels Creek. The sites have been selected based on representative surficial soil
conditions as well as within areas prone to instability. The subsurface investigations are tentatively
planned for August 2017. The subsurface investigation includes eight vertical boreholes and 16
test pits. Descriptions of the boreholes, test pits and access are provided in Table 1.

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Table 1: Geotechnical Investigation Locations, Methodologies, Clearing Requirements and Site Characteristics
Geotechnical Location in Geotechnical Geotechnical Instrumentation Access Clearing Surficial Soil Biophysical Nearest
Investigation Relation to Investigation Investigation to be Installed Requirements Type Characteristics Recorded
Test Location Stream or Methodology Test Depth Archaeological
River (m) Resources To
Date (<500m)
BH 1 Peace River Drilling - Auger 40 None Access Clearing of Glaciolacustrine Deciduous and HbRf-104: 303 m
South from Site helipad/drill site mixedwood forest. at 21
Embankment C required Located in an HbRf-154: 321 m
15 x 15 m environment, at 4
conservation and HbRf-103: 450 m
recreation reserve. at 343
BH 2 Peace River Drilling - Auger 40 Nested VW Heli Clearing of Glaciolacustrine Moist forest HbRf-179: 383 m
South Piezometer (2 access helipad/drill site dominated by at 227
Embankment piezometers in required required cottonwood and HbRf-180: 481 m
borehole) 15 x 15 m aspen. at 218
HbRf-185: 488 m
at 210
TP 1 Pine River Test pitting 6 m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest HaRf-18: 450 m
North maximum on access dominated by at 265
Embankment reach road deciduous trees or
mixedwood forest.
TP 2 Pine River Test pitting 6 m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest HaRf-116: 31 m
North maximum on access dominated by at 64
Embankment reach road deciduous trees or HaRf-106: 150 m
mixedwood forest. at 261
HaRf-107: 172 m
at 291
BH 3 Pine River Drilling - Auger 40 Nested VW Located Clearing of drill Glaciolacustrine Dry open forest, HaRg-61: 250 m
North Piezometer (2 off existing site required common on warm at 241
Embankment piezometers in access 15 x 15 m aspects.
borehole) trail
BH 4 Pine River Drilling - Auger 40 Inclinometer Heli Clearing of Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest None
North access helipad/drill site dominated by
Embankment required required deciduous trees or
15 x 15 m mixedwood forest.
BH 5 Pine River Drilling - Auger 40 None Heli Clearing of Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest None
North access helipad/drill site dominated by
Embankment required required deciduous trees or
15 x 15 m mixedwood forest.
TP 3 Pine River Test pitting 6 m or None Located Limited clearing Alluvium on Active floodplain None
North maximum on existing at work area floodplain forest/ CDC blue
Embankment reach access required listed ecological
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Date (<500m)
Penalty Cottonwood,
Ranch Mountain alder and
Property) Dogwood.
Test pit 3 will be
located along an
existing cleared trail
in order to minimize
clearing requirements
and limit disturbance
to the blue-listed
ecological
community.
BH 6 Pine River Drilling - Auger 40 Nested VW Heli Clearing of Glaciolacustrine Moist forest None
South Piezometer (2 access helipad/drill site dominated by
Embankment piezometers in required required cottonwood and
borehole) 15 x 15 m aspen.
BH 7 Pine River Drilling - Auger 40 None Access Site within Crew Glaciolacustrine Pipeline right-of-way. None
South through Energy ROW Adjacent vegetation
Embankment Crew limited clearing is mesic forest
Energy required if on dominated by
property cleared ROW deciduous trees or
mixedwood forest.
TP 4 N/A Test pitting 6 m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Pipeline right-of-way. None
maximum off existing Adjacent vegetation
reach access is mesic forest
trail dominated by
deciduous trees or
mixedwood forest.
TP 5 N/A Test pitting 6 m or None Located No clearing Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest HaRf-6: 429 m at
maximum on partially required. dominated by 159
reach reclaimed Excavator will deciduous trees or
trail from push vegetation mixedwood forest.
TP 4 out of the way.
location May be very wet
ground
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Date (<500m)
TP 6 N/A Test pitting 6 m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Pipeline right-of-way. None
maximum off existing Adjacent vegetation
reach access is mesic forest
trail to dominated by
north of deciduous trees or
pipeline mixedwood forest.
ROW Mineral lick located
50 m west of test pit.
TP 7 N/A Test pitting 6 m or None Located None Till veneer over Mesic forest None
maximum off existing glaciolacustrine dominated by
reach access deciduous trees or
trail mixedwood forest.
TP 11 N/A Test pitting 6m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Pipeline right-of-way. None
maximum off access Adjacent vegetation
reach road to is the
east of
pipeline
ROW

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Date (<500m)
CDC blue listed
ecological community
of Spruce, Currant
and Horsetail. This
area located in a
recently harvested
cut block. The forest
is young and
therefore not of
protection
concern.Work will be
conducted on the
pipeline right-of-way
and disturbance to
this ecological
community is not
anticipated.
TP 12 N/A Test pitting 6m or None Located None Till veneer Mesic forest None
maximum off existing dominated by
TP 13 N/A Test pitting 6m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest None
maximum off existing dominated by
TP 14 Favel Creek Test pitting 6m or None Located Clearing 180m x Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest None
maximum off access 5m of young dominated by a
reach road trees may be coniferous or a
required to mixedwood forest.
create an
access trail
BH 8 Favel Creek Drilling 30 None Accessed Clearing of Glaciolacustrine Mesic forest None
Auger or mud via existing dominated by
rotary existing overgrown trails deciduous trees or
access may be required. mixedwood forest.
trails Drill pad 15 x
15m
TP 15 N/A Test pitting 6m or None Located None Till veneer Mesic forest None
maximum on access dominated by
reach road deciduous trees or
mixedwood forest.

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Date (<500m)
TP 16 N/A Test pitting 6m or None Located None Glaciolacustrine Cultivated field. None
maximum off existing
reach access
trail

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2.3.1 Boreholes
The eight boreholes will be drilled vertically to a depth between 20 and 40 m using a track mounted
auger drill (Figure 4). Typical borehole diameters is 200 mm. The depth of the drilling may vary
depending on the depth of the proposed slide surfaces. The intention is to use the Auger drilling
technique along the Peace River and Pine River valley sideslopes, since fine grained soils are
anticipated. At the south Favels Creek location, the soils may consist of fine grained as well as
granular soils. Therefore a combination of Auger drilling and mud rotary may be applied to
penetrate coarser grained materials.
Standard Penetration Tests (SPTs) will be completed at each 1.5 m interval. Soil samples from
the SPT spoon will be collected and removed from site for laboratory analysis. Cuttings generated
from auger drilling will be used to backfill test holes upon completion. Water will only be required
if the mud rotary drill technique is applied. If drill fluids other than water is applied during the drilling
process, the water will be contained and transported off site for disposal.
Nested vibrating wire piezometers (two piezometers) and an inclinometer will be installed into a
total of four boreholes; the vibrating wire piezometer installations are proposed to be installed into
one borehole along the south Peace River valley slope and one into each of the north and south
Pine River valley slopes. The inclinometer will be installed into one borehole along the north Pine
River valley slope. These instruments will be grouted into place with 1 inch PVC pipe.
2.3.2 Test Pits
A total of 16 test pits are proposed along the transmission line corridor. The test pits will be
excavated using an excavator. Anticipated excavation depth is 5-6 m or maximum reach of the
excavator. The depth of the test pits typically depend on the reach of the equipment combined with
the type of soil and water level. Since some areas are expected to be extremely wet, some test
pits may not achieve the proposed depth. The typical footprint size of a test pit is 1.5 m wide by
2.5 to 3.0 m long. Grab samples will be collected and removed from site for laboratory analysis.
Each test pit will be backfilled and compacted upon completion. The site of excavation will be
restored back to the original condition to ensure drainage swales and ditches in the area remain
in their original condition.
2.4 Access
Where possible, the investigation Sites will be accessed using existing petroleum development
roads, forestry roads, and existing trails. However, to minimize clearing of trees some of the
borehole sites along the south Peace River and Pine River valley slopes will be accessed by
helicopter (boreholes BH-1, BH-2, BH-4, BH-5 and BH-6). In general, attempts have been made
to minimize the amount of tree clearing required, as such, investigation sites have been sited along
existing road and trail networks. However, some tree clearing to widen existing access trails and
in some cases create new access trails is required. Clearing of a new access trail is only
anticipated at TP-14. Widening or clearing of an overgrown access trail is expected at BH-08. The
clearing for new or overgrown access trails will be limited to a maximum width of 5 m. Test pit TP-
03 is expected to be accessed via existing trails through private property.
Borehole locations BH-1, BH-2, BH-4, BH-5 and BH-6 will be accessed by helicopter as currently
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location TP-3 may also require helicopter access depending on access agreements with land
owners.
The borehole and test pit locations along with proposed access are illustrated on Figure 3.
2.5 Site Preparation
Tree clearing and/or minor site levelling will be required to create site access, stable drill pads and
a safe work site. Aside from tree clearing or site levelling activities, no other development activities,
facilities, or infrastructure improvements or additions are anticipated.
2.6 Equipment Requirements
Equipment required to undertake the investigations includes: flail mower, chainsaw, and/or
handtools for vegetation clearing, a track mounted auger drill, excavator, low bed, personnel
trucks, and an emergency transportation vehicle.
2.7 Schedule
The following investigative activities and related works are tentatively scheduled to occur in August
2017:
Access upgrades/clearing;
Test pitting;
Drill pad preparation;
Drilling; and
Site restoration.
2.8 Site Restoration
Following the completion of investigative works, disturbed areas will be restored. All waste and
debris will be removed from site. Drill pads which required site levelling will be re-contoured to
match original contours; topsoil will be salvaged and replaced during site restoration; bare areas
will be seeded. Based on advice from the site environmental representative, some woody debris
may be left on site to provide a more naturalized state.
3. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
3.1 Environmental
All of the geotechnical investigation sites are located within the Environmental Overview
Assessment (EOA) Study Area (Figure 1). The below sections describe environmental,
archaeological and socio-economic resources within the EOA Study Area.
3.1.1 Terrestrial Resources
The EOA Study Area is located in the Boreal White and Black Spruce Moist Warm Subzone.
Upland forests in the subzone are most often dominated by trembling aspen (Populus

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tremuloides). Lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta) can be dominant in areas with a history of land
clearing and fire. White spruce (Picea glauca) occurs in areas with less history of disturbance in
general. Wetter upland sites with rich soils are generally dominated by balsam poplar (Populus
balsamifera) or white spruce. Black spruce (Picea mariana) dominates on lowland sites on poorer
soils with a thick organic layer. Black spruce also occurs in combination with lodgepole pine on
upland sites with poorer soils. Tamarack (Larix laricina) occurs in some wetlands. A description of
the vegetation community at each geotechnical investigation site is included in Table 1.
Various invasive plant species are known to occur within the Peace Region. Common invasive
plant species in the area include Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense), orange hawkweed (Hieracium
aurantiacum), hawkweeds (Hieracium spp.), oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare), false-
chamomile (Boltonia asteroides), and sow-thistles (Sonchus spp.).
Potential effects of the Work on vegetation can be divided into direct effects (removal of vegetation
and soil disturbance) and indirect effects (introduction of invasive plants, fire risk, and edge
effects).
Based on the limited clearing required for access and the preparation of drill pads, disturbance is
expected to be temporary and minor. Due to the small surface area of auger holes, topsoil losses
due to drilling are considered negligible. Topsoil disturbed during any site preparations, including
drill pad construction, will be salvaged and replaced during site restoration.
There is the potential for spills of fuel, oils, or coolant during operation or refueling of heavy
equipment. These fluids can negatively impact terrestrial and aquatic environments.
An Environmental Management Plan (EMP) will be prepared for the field investigations. The EMP
will discuss regulatory requirements and strategies to reduce the loss of vegetation and address
the prevention of introduction of invasive plants, as well as spill prevention and management. It is
expected that implementation of best management practices (BMPs) will be effective in mitigating
impacts on vegetation. Recommendations to manage the risk to terrestrial resources during
geotechnical investigations will be provided in the EMP and include the following BMPs:
Minimize clearing required for field investigations.

Implement invasive plant control protocol, which includes washing equipment before
coming to Sites during field investigations.
Field investigation activities, including laydown areas, will be limited to the actual
footprint of the drill pads and access trails.
The limits of field investigations will be clearly defined and flagged in the field prior to the
start of any field investigations, in order to prevent intrusion and unnecessary impacts to
vegetation communities outside of the footprint.
Large and small equipment, particularly hydraulic fittings, must be in sound mechanical
condition and free from leaks.
Drip trays, poly sheets, or absorbent pads will be placed underneath vehicles and
equipment that are not in use and left on site overnight.
Fuels, oils, chemicals, and wastes must be labelled, transported, and stored in
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Hazardous Materials Information System, and stored in a secure location, protected from
weather.
Plastic containers used to carry petroleum products will be designed for that purpose, be
CSA or ULC listed or registered products, and not more than five years old.
Fuel or lubricants temporarily stored on site must have secondary containment capable
of holding 110% of the contents of the container. This may be achieved through the use
of a double-walled storage tank or by constructing a poly-lined containment under the
tank. Temporary fuel storage and containment areas must be covered to prevent the
accumulation of rainwater.
Spill kits will be located in each piece of equipment at all times. Onsite spill response
materials will include an adequate inventory of sorbent pads, socks, and booms to
sufficiently respond to potential spills.
A site-specific Spill Response Plan will be in place according to the BC Hydro Six Step
Spill Response Plan.
3.1.2 Archaeological Resources
Based on a review of the Provincial Heritage Register, via the Remote Access to Archaeological
Data (RAAD) online application, there are no recorded archaeological sites in conflict with
proposed bore holes or test pits. There are 12 recorded archaeological sites within 500 m of
proposed bore holes or test pits, and a high number of archaeological sites recorded between
500 m to 1,000 m distant. Archaeological sites located within 500 m of bore holes or test pits are
listed in Table 1.
Two clusters of archaeological sites are immediately apparent. One cluster occurs on the plateau
between the Peace and Pine Rivers, and another cluster occurs on lands surrounding the Shell
Groundbirch substation (located south of Highway 97). The presence of a high volume of
archaeological sites suggests that the plateau on the north side of the Pine River was extensively
used by prehistoric populations, and that there is potential for finding as-yet unrecorded
archaeological sites.
In general, there are fewer recorded archaeological sites located on lands south of the Pine River;
however, fewer large-scale archaeological surveys have taken place on lands south of the Pine
River. The cluster of archaeological sites that occurs near the Shell Groundbirch substation is the
result of several archaeological studies related to transmission line and substation construction.
In addition to the RAAD search, the Peace Forest District Archaeological Overview Assessment
(the Model), developed for BC Timber Sales by AMEC Earth and Environmental and Millennia
Research Ltd. (Eldridge et al., 2010), was consulted. The Peace Forest District AOA is a predictive
tool that models archaeological potential within the forest district. The Model predicts high potential
for the locations of TP 1, TP 4, and TP 10. Access roads to TP 4, TP 5, and TP 10 also traverse
lands predicted to have high archaeological potential by the Model.
Maps reviews of available terrain maps, LiDAR imagery, and satellite imagery were also conducted
to confirm or refine the Model predictions. These reviews confirm high archaeological potential
predicted by the Model, and confirmed low archaeological potential for BH-2 due to excessively

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sloping terrain. Low archaeological potential could not be confirmed for the remainder of the bore
hole or test pit locations.
Previous archaeological studies nearby, or overlapping the geotechnical investigations were

typically conducted for small-scale resource developments (e.g., forestry or oil and gas
developments). At least three larger archaeological studies have occurred nearby, or overlapping
the geotechnical investigations. The Dawson-Chetwynd Area Transmission (DCAT) project
included an AIA (Heritage Inspection Permit 2011-0260) that extended from the Sundance Lakes
substation to Dawson Creek substation.
The Site C Clean Energy project includes an ongoing heritage assessment. BH 1 is located on
lands previously assessed during the Site C heritage study (Heritage Inspection Permit 2010-
0378). A high number of archaeological sites were recorded on the plateau between the Peace
and Pine Rivers during this assessment.
The archaeological studies most relevant to this assessment are the AOA and AIA for the PRES
transmission line and ancillary components. The AOA for the PRES Project was included in a
desktop-based EOA (Amec Foster Wheeler 2015). The PRES AOA identified lands with high
archaeological potential within the transmission line study area, and recommended an AIA. The
PRES AIA was started in August 2016, and included an inspection of a 225 m-wide corridor along
the northern portion of the transmission line right-of-way, inspection of study areas surrounding
critical structure locations, and inspection of 10 existing roads scheduled for upgrades. Field
observations recorded during the AIA suggest that the Model is not operating effectively on lands
covered by small landforms north of the Pine River. Inspection of the remainder of the transmission
line right-of-way will be completed in 2017.
Ten of the bore hole and test pit locations were inspected during the AIA (BH 4, BH 6, BH 7, TP
1, TP 2, TP 7, TP 9, TP 12, TP 15, and TP 16) with negative results for archaeological resources.
Note that archaeological site HaRf-116 is located approximately 30 m from TP 2.
BC Hydros proposed 200 mm diameter boreholes for geotechnical testing will cause minor ground
disturbance, and vegetation clearing required for vehicle access will be restricted to clearing brush
and danger trees from existing access routes. Test pits will be approximately 1.5-2 m wide, and
approximately 3 m long. Clearing for heli-pads and/or drill pads will be required at six of the bore
hole/test pit locations, which may require some levelling for the drill-rig.
Based on the predictive Model, the high volume of recorded archaeological sites on lands adjacent
to the geotechnical studies, and a review of previous archaeological studies, high potential for
archaeological sites is predicted for many of the bore holes and test pits. Archaeological remains
in BC are protected from disturbance, intentional or inadvertent, by the Heritage Conservation Act.
Recommendations to manage the risk to archaeological resources during geotechnical
investigations will be provided in the EMP, and will include the following mitigation measures:
Based on previous archaeological inspections, no further archaeological work is

recommended for the following bore holes and test pits:
o BH 1, BH 4, BH 6, BH 7, TP 1, TP 2, TP 7, TP 9, TP 12, TP 15, and TP 16.
Due to the minimal ground disturbance proposed, and an assessment of low
archaeological potential, no further archaeological work is recommended for BH 2.

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An Archaeological Impact Assessment (AIA) is scheduled for these remainder of the

bore hole and test pit locations as part of the larger archaeological study for the PRES
project. Specific recommendations for these locations will be made based on the results
of the AIA.
If the geotechnical testing occurs at the remaining test pit locations prior to completion of the
AIA, the following is recommended to avoid adverse impacts to archaeological resources:
o A Preliminary Field Reconnaissance (PFR) be conducted at BH 3, BH 5, BH 8, TP 3,
TP 4, TP 5, TP 6, TP 8, TP 10, TP 11, TP 13, and TP 14 to assess archaeological
potential.
o A qualified archaeologist be present during excavation of test pits located on
lands assessed to have high potential during the PFR to inspect excavated
sediments for archaeological materials. Excavation must occur in non-frozen
conditions to allow for sorting and screening of excavated sediments.
The boundaries of archaeological site HaRf-116 be flagged prior to excavating TP 2.
Amec Foster Wheeler staff and subcontractors be aware of the locations of nearby
archaeological sites; no ground altering disturbance is to occur within the boundaries of
recorded archaeological sites.
In the event that suspected archaeological remains are encountered by BC Hydro
personnel or contractors, all ground disturbances in the immediate vicinity must be
suspended at once.
It is the individuals responsibility to inform BC Hydro and the Archaeology Branch, as
soon as possible, about the location of any archaeological remains and the nature of the
disturbance.
BC Hydros Environmental Best Management Practices Managing Heritage Resources provides

the protocols required to ensure that appropriate actions are taken if unanticipated cultural heritage
resources (e.g., artifact scatters, Culturally Modified Trees, homesteads) are encountered by BC
Hydro personnel and contractors during geotechnical investigations.
3.1.3 Atmospheric Resources
Negligible atmospheric impacts are anticipated as part of the Work. Impacts during field
investigations mainly relate to dust control and noise emissions.
Dust may be generated by heavy vehicles and equipment using the unpaved access roads in the
drier months. However, traffic will be limited to less than ten vehicles, and significant dust
generation is not anticipated. Vehicles and equipment should be fitted with properly functioning
emission controls. No further mitigation measures are expected to be necessary to mitigate
atmospheric impacts during the field investigations.
Noise emissions are not anticipated to be an issue, as Work is located in a rural area over 7 km
away from the closest communities. Noise emissions will mainly be generated from field
investigation vehicles and equipment. Activities will be minor and localized due to the relatively
short duration and limited scope of the Work.

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3.1.4 Aquatic Resources and Fish Habitat
The EOA Study Area is located in the Pine River, the Moberly River, the Murray River, and the
Kiskatinaw River Watersheds of the Peace River watershed. Many fish-bearing and non-fish-
bearing streams, wetlands, and beaver/wetland complexes occur within the EOA Study Area;
however, all borehole, test pit and access trail locations are located >30m from any watercourse.
No instream work is anticipated for the field investigations. Field investigations are not expected
to have an effect on the local streams, drainage patterns or require water diversions.
Construction activities near aquatic habitats raise concerns regarding accidental spills of fuels,
hydraulic fluid, or lubricants, and release of other deleterious substances into the aquatic
environment. Erosion and sediment control measures and spill prevention/control measures will
be developed as part of the EMP for the field investigations. In addition to the spill control measures
outlined in Section 3.1.1, the EMP will include the following mitigation measures:
Any clearing will take place immediately prior to drilling to minimize the length of time that
soils are exposed.
Vehicles and equipment will be restricted to designated work areas and access routes.
All waste or other substances deleterious to aquatic life will be disposed of or stored in a
manner to prevent the release into waterbodies.
Work will be suspended during times of intense rainfall events or whenever erosion
occurs that may affect downstream habitats.
If water must be discharged from excavations, water quality will be compared to the
applicable water quality criteria, as described in the BC Water Quality Guidelines,
Freshwater Aquatic Life Standard (BC MOE, 2006).
Fuelling and servicing of equipment will be done at least 30 m from any body of water.
Following the implementation of erosion, sediment control, and spill control measures, it is
expected that investigative works will have negligible aquatic impacts.
3.1.5 Wildlife Habitat
The EOA Study Area is located in the Boreal White and Black Spruce Moist Warm Subzone. This
subzone has the least amount of snowfall of all the northern zones, and is consequently very
important for wintering ungulates. Moose, elk and, to a lesser degree, white-tail and mule deer
occur throughout the EOA Study Area. The lower elevation deciduous forests, especially where
wetlands occur, are very productive habitats for ungulates year-round, as well as for a wide variety
of birds (e.g., warblers, thrushes, vireos, and ycatchers), and a variety of small mammals.
Pileated woodpecker, rusty blackbird, Cape May warbler, and Canada warbler were detected in
the vicinity of the EOA Study Area.
Several terrestrial furbearer species (red fox, coyote, lynx, wolverine, weasel, marten and fisher)
and four semi-aquatic furbearers (beaver, muskrat, mink, and northern river) otter may be present
within the EOA Study Area. Large carnivore species that are relatively common in the region and
may inhabit the EOA Study Area include gray wolf, cougar, and black bear. Eight species of bat
including the northern myotis also may occur within the EOA Study Area.

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Based on the temporal nature of the field investigations and limited scope of the investigative work,
potential effects on wildlife are anticipated to be minor. Effects may include loss of habitat due to
clearing, sensory disturbance (especially during breeding season), wildlife/human interactions,
and increased road mortality.
A wildlife management strategy will be employed during the field investigations and will be included
in the EMP. The strategy will focus on four potential components to protect wildlife on Site:
Habitat avoidance;
Timing of investigative works;
Pre-field investigation confirmatory environmental assessments; and
Environmental monitoring requirements.
Habitat avoidance entails identifying environmentally sensitive areas that occur on Site during
environmental field assessments and then avoiding work in those areas where possible.
Environmentally sensitive areas will be mapped prior to field investigations.
Wildlife critical life history stages and timing will be considered when planning field investigations.
For example, if feasible given scheduling and other constraints, field investigations will avoid
clearing during the amphibian, songbird, and raptor breeding seasons, namely:
During the breeding season for amphibians (generally late April to June of any given
year) when clearing close to waterbodies;
During the songbird breeding season (May 1 to July 31 of any given year, or as
otherwise determined by applicable regulatory agencies); and
In the vicinity of raptor nests during the general breeding season (approximately March 1
to July 31 of any given year).
If it is not possible to avoid investigative works during these times, wildlife surveys and monitoring
will be conducted by qualified biologists, as necessary.
Prior to field investigations, environmental field visits will be undertaken to ensure that up-to-date
data are used to refine wildlife/vegetation mitigation strategies if there are remaining wildlife
concerns. Bird nest searches will be conducted prior to clearing where vegetation removal is
required during the bird breeding season and where the clearing may potentially affect nests and
nesting birds. If any resident wildlife is confirmed during the environmental assessments, a plan
for wildlife salvages and/or monitoring will be prepared by a qualified wildlife biologist.
3.1.6 Fire Hazard
Fire hazard is a concern when working in forested areas during the summer months. Under Section
6 of the Wildfire Regulation, those conducting High Risk Activities are required to use
representative weather data to determine the Fire Danger Rating for their location. The source of
this data could be internal weather stations, other third parties, or the Detailed Fire Danger Ratings
provided for every Ministry of Forests weather station.

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The EMP will include the following protocols to minimize fire hazard and maintain compliance with
the Wildfire Regulation:
Review Fire Danger Class Report/Fire Danger Rating daily prior to works;
Determine if works are considered High Risk Activities (as per Wildfire Regulation
consolidated July 13, 2006);
Conduct work in accordance with Schedule 3 (Restrictions on High Risk Activities) of the
Wildfire Regulation;
Prevent release of potential source of ignition, i.e., cigarette butts, bear bangers; and
Provide extinguishers for all equipment and vehicles.
3.2 Socio-community
3.2.1 Land Use Management
The geotechnical investigation sites are located within the Peace River Regional District, the
Peace River South Electoral Area, and the Dawson Creek Land Resource Management Plan
(LRMP). The Dawson Creek LRMP is a regional land use plan covering approximately 2.9 million
hectares of Crown land, and includes twelve Resource Management Zones (RMZs) (BC
Government, 1999). The geotechnical investigation sites intersect the following five of the RMZs:
Grazing Reserves, Agriculture/Settlement, South Peace, Major River Corridor, and the Plateau
RMZs.
Resource values, objectives to sustain or enhance those values, and strategies to achieve the
resource management objectives within each RMZ are contained within the Dawson Creek LRMP.
Where practical, the Work will comply with specific directions described in the LRMP. This will
ensure public safety, and enhancement of environmental protection and management, especially
with regards to compliance and enforcement, while contributing to regional development.
3.2.2 Land Ownership and Tenure
The geotechnical investigation sites are located on Crown Provincial and un-surveyed Crown land
and overlap in some areas with wind power tenures, range tenures and agriculture/ grazing
tenures. The majority of the geotechnical investigation falls within the Agricultural Land Reserve.
BH-1 is located in an environment, conservation and recreation reserve established for fish and
wildlife management purposes. Potential effects within the reserve associated with the Work are
considered to be negligible due to the short duration of the Work and the limited extent of clearing
required at BH-1.
Potential effects to agricultural land, grazing, range, and wind power tenures associated with the
Work are considered to be negligible due to the small scope and short duration of the Work. All
areas disturbed during investigative activities will be restored. The following restoration
requirements will be provided in the EMP:
All drill holes will be backfilled with native material;

All waste and debris will be removed from site;

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Drill pads which required site levelling will be re-contoured to match original contours;
Topsoil will be salvaged and replaced during site restoration; and
Bare areas will be revegetated.
3.2.3 Recreation, Hunting, Trapping, Fishing
There are no designated National Parks, National Historic Sites, National Wildlife Areas, or
federally-designated Migratory Bird Sanctuaries within the Work area (Parks Canada, 2008;
Environment Canada, 2012).
Recreation activities within the EOA Study Area include numerous hiking trails in the area, ATV-
ing, camping, boating, fishing, and swimming in summer; and ice fishing, hunting, snowmobiling,
cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in winter. An extensive trail system has been developed
for ATVs, motorcycles, and snowmobilers in the area. The Pine River attracts recreational boaters,
canoeists, and kayakers.
Recreational hunting occurs in the area of the geotechnical investigations. The investigation sites
overlap eight registered trap line areas- TR0732T005, TR0732T006, TR0732T009, TR0732T010,
TR0732T011, TR0732T012, TR0732T015 and TR0732T016. The EOA Study Area occurs in guide
outfitter areas #701245, #701267 and #701271. The Pine River is used by chartered fishing
companies and for recreational fishing.
Due to the short-term nature of the Work, the temporary dispersion of furbearers and game species
near the Work area due to the presence of people, equipment, and materials is predicted to be
negligible. No long-term affects to fishing, hunting, trapping, or guide outfitting are predicted due
to the small footprint of the Work area and short duration. Guide outfitters will be contacted as
required, and mitigation measures that address their concerns developed. BMPs for work near
wildlife and wildlife habitat will be developed and included in the EMP.
3.2.4 Parks and Protected Areas
There are no designated National Parks, National Historic Sites, National Wildlife Areas, or
federally-designated Migratory Bird Sanctuaries within the EOA Study Area (Parks Canada, 2016).
No provincial parks are located proximate to the EOA Study Area. The Work is not anticipated to
have effects on parks and protected areas.
3.2.5 Water Use and Licenced Works
No water reserves, groundwater wells, water allocation restrictions, or licensed springs are located
within the Work area or vicinity. The proposed work does not involve any instream work and is not
anticipated to affect licenced water works.
3.2.6 Forestry and Mining
The sites of geotechnical investigations fall within the Peace Forest District and Dawson Creek
Timber Supply Area. Six retired and five active forest licence tenures overlap the Work areas. The
Work mayl disrupt forestry stakeholders access to timber resources in the area. Mitigation for
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use agreements as required. An Access Management Plan will be developed as needed to ensure
that potential conflicts are addressed.
Mineral and placer, placer, or coal reserves overlap the Work area or occur in the vicinity. Potential
effects to these reserves associated with the Work are considered to be negligible due to the short
duration of the Work and as the impact to the environment is limited to tree clearing and test pit or
borehole development.
3.2.7 Oil and Gas
The geotechnical investigation sites overlap with several oil and gas pipeline right-of-ways.
Consultation with oil and gas stakeholders will take place prior to the Work and any required
agreements or permits will be obtained.
3.2.8 Visual and Aesthetic Resources
The Work will be viewed from the Pine River crossing (water transport corridor), resource roads
and secondary public roads. Low visitor numbers are projected for all other locations due to limited
or private access. Potential effects to visual resources associated with the Work are considered to
be negligible due to the short duration of the Work and the limited impact to the environment as
existing cleared areas and existing access roads will be utilized in most cases. Socio-economic
Resources
Based on a temporary workforce of 10 (maximum), and likely no more than 4 at a time, and the
short duration of the field investigations (3 to 4 weeks), there are no anticipated effects on
socioeconomic conditions. Table 2 provides a rating of potential socioeconomic effects on the
local community during field investigations.
Table 2: Socio-economic Effects Assessment
Magnitude
Effects Impact of Impact Comments
Effects on local No N/A The anticipated economic effects of the Work associated
economy with jobs and procurement opportunities in the Peace
River Regional District are negligible.
Effects on local No N/A The temporary increase of 10 people to the population
demographics base will not affect the regions demographics.
Effects on No N/A The temporary increase of 10 people to the population
community base in the region is not expected to result in effects on
infrastructure community infrastructure.
Effects on No N/A The temporary increase of 10 people to the population
community base in the region and the short duration of the the Work
services is not expected to result in a significant increase in
demand for emergency, health, or policing services.
Effects on No N/A No significant increase in the demand for temporary
temporary accommodation is anticipated.
accommodations
Effects on traffic Yes Minor Traffic associated with the movement of 10 workers and
equipment will have a minor effect on traffic volume on
local roads for a short duration. If potential traffic concerns
are identified, BC Hydro will develop strategies to address
conflicts and safety concerns.

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3.2.9 Public Health
There are no impacts to public health anticipated as part of the Work. The field investigations do
not require new infrastructure, and are not expected to require handling or transportation of
hazardous materials.
3.2.10 First Nations Consultation
3.2.10.1 The Basis for Consultation
BC Hydro has undertaken consultation with First Nations in its capacity as a Crown agent charged
with a duty to act honourably in all of its dealings with First Nations. The Crowns obligation to act
honourably requires it to consult and, where appropriate, accommodate First Nations where it
contemplates a decision or conduct that may adversely affect an aboriginal interest asserted or
established by that First Nation. This document contains a description of BC Hydros consultation
activities to date on the PRES project and the associated area which is the subject of this
Investigative Use Permit.
3.2.10.2 First Nations Identification
The PRES project and the site of investigative works are within the geographic boundaries of
Treaty 8. As such, BC Hydro has notified the Treaty 8 Tribal Association and the following BC
Treaty 8 First Nations about the PRES project:
Blueberry River First Nation;

Doig river First Nation;
Fort Nelson First Nation;
Halfway River First Nation;
McLeod Lake Indian Band;
Prophet River First Nation;
Saulteau First Nations; and
West Moberly First Nations.
3.2.10.3 Consultation Summary
BC Hydro notified all of the BC Treaty 8 First Nations and the Treaty 8 Tribal Association of the
PRES project in August 2013. BC Hydro subsequently formalized the mutually agreed to
consultation process by entering into consultation and capacity funding agreements with First
Nations who had expressed interest in becoming involved in consultation for the PRES project:
McLeod Lake Indian Band, Saulteau First Nations, West Moberly First Nations, Halfway River First
Nations, Doig River and Blueberry River First Nations. These agreements, the timing of which
varies, support First Nations participation in the consultation process and, where requested,
provides funding for First Nations to undertake their own studies of PRES.

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BC Hydro has been consulting with First Nations on project alternatives since 2013. BC Hydros
consultation efforts have sought to explain and seek First Nations input on alternatives for the
PRES project. BC Hydro has provided substantial information and mapping in respect of each
Project alternative, and explained the constraints which rendered some alternatives either
unfeasible or less viable. First Nations feedback has factored prominently in consideration of
Project alternatives to date: BC Hydro ceased considering certain alternatives (i.e., 2B) on the
basis of First Nations feedback, and invested significant time and funding into assessing new
alternatives that avoided areas of concern identified by First Nations.
First Nations feedback was incorporated into BC Hydros decision making process for selecting
Alternative 5 as the leading alternative in late 2015. First Nations were advised of the selection in
January 2016. Consultation has continued including a review of the alternatives evaluation and
alternatives that were dismissed or not seriously considered, as well as a review of feasibility
studies (engineering, environmental, archaeological, cultural heritage) that have supported the
leading alternative. Feedback received thus far from First Nations relating to the leading
alternative and to the construction of the transmission line has been incorporated into the
preliminary transmission line route design and access plans, which were shared with First Nations
in August 2016.
First Nations have identified specific concerns in particular with cumulative effects, potential
impacts to vegetation (such as food and medicinal plants), fish and fish habitat, and wildlife (such
as moose and caribou), potential impacts to treaty rights, and potential impacts from increased
access. BC Hydro has responded in detail to those concerns and others and will continue to work
with First Nations in Definition Phase to identify mitigation measures.
BC Hydro continues to consult First Nations to ensure that concerns raised by First Nations are
addressed as the leading alternative route is further defined and as the project evolves. This
includes amendments to the existing consultation and capacity funding agreements to provide
additional funding for further studies and to support additional First Nations capacities.
Consultation activities for the Project are ongoing and will continue throughout the detailed design
and implementation of the Project.
3.2.10.4 Notification
BC Hydro will notify BC Treaty 8 First Nations of the proposed investigative works by sending
notification letters as soon as a start date for the work is confirmed. In the notification letter BC
Hydro will provide information regarding permit application and indicate opportunities to meet to
discuss the application. BC Hydro will also follow-up by telephone one to two weeks prior to
commencing work. If interest is expressed, BC Hydro will provide opportunity to visit the Work
area prior to the start of work.

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4. SUMMARY OF POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS AND

MITIGATION
The potential environmental effects to terrestrial and aquatic resources; wildlife and wildlife habitat;
and socio-community resources associated with the proposed geotechnical investigations are
summarized in Table 3 below. Measures recommended to mitigate potential environmental effects
are provided.
Table 3: Summary of Potential Environmental Effects and Mitigation
Potential Environmental Effects Recommended Mitigation Measures

Removal of vegetation; soil disturbance; Minimize the clearing footprint; flag site boundaries to
disturbance to agricultural land prevent clearing outside footprint; restore all disturbed
areas.
Introduction of invasive plants Implement an invasive plant control protocol, which
will include washing equipment before coming to site.
Spills of deleterious substances Ensure equipment is in sound mechanical condition
and free from leaks; fuelling and servicing of
equipment should be done at least 30 m from any
body of water; develop and implement a site-specific
Spill Response Plan.
Archaeological impacts Carry out an Archaeological Impact Assessment prior
to works or provide archaeological monitoring during
works
Atmospheric impacts Vehicles and equipment should be fitted with properly
functioning emission controls.
Impacts to riparian areas Riparian areas will be flagged in the field to prevent
encroachment.
Loss of wildlife habitat Avoid environmentally sensitive areas/critical wildlife
habitat.
Wildlife/human interactions If feasible, avoid work during the amphibian, songbird,
and raptor breeding seasons; conduct wildlife surveys
and monitoring.
Wildlife road mortality Take care and drive slowly while driving on industrial
roads.
Fire Conduct work in accordance with Wildfire Regulation;
prevent release of potential source of ignition; have
fire suppression available at Site.
Disruption to guide outfitters Guide outfitters will be contacted as required, and
mitigation measures that address their concerns
developed.
Disruption of access to timber resources Consultation and implementation of road use
agreements; development of an access plan.

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Archaeology Branch, Victoria, BC.

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Figure 3b
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Figure 3g
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Figure 3j
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Figure 3k
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BRITISH COLUMBIA HYDRO AND POW ER AUTHORITY

BC Hydro File No: TY-7737

Prepared by: Stacy Hammond, B.Sc, P.Ag.

Reviewed by: Kourtney Bradley, R.P.Bio.

Reviewed by: Tim Slaney, R.P.Bio.

BC Hydro Project No.: TY7737

Table 1: Geotechnical Investigation Locations, Methodologies, Clearing Requirements and

Figure 1: Geotechnical Investigative Works and EOA Study Area ....................................17

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Figure 4: Track Mounted Auger Rig ..................................................................................20

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2.1 Project Description

At present, BC Hydro is investigating a PRES transmission line route corridor as shown in

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2.3 Investigative Works

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2.3.2 Test Pits

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2.5 Site Preparation

2.6 Equipment Requirements

2.8 Site Restoration

3.1.1 Terrestrial Resources

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Minimize clearing required for field investigations.

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3.1.2 Archaeological Resources

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Previous archaeological studies nearby, or overlapping the geotechnical investigations were

Based on previous archaeological inspections, no further archaeological work is

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An Archaeological Impact Assessment (AIA) is scheduled for these remainder of the

BC Hydros Environmental Best Management Practices Managing Heritage Resources provides

3.1.3 Atmospheric Resources

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3.1.4 Aquatic Resources and Fish Habitat

3.1.5 Wildlife Habitat

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3.1.6 Fire Hazard

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3.2.1 Land Use Management

3.2.2 Land Ownership and Tenure

All drill holes will be backfilled with native material;

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3.2.3 Recreation, Hunting, Trapping, Fishing

3.2.4 Parks and Protected Areas

3.2.5 Water Use and Licenced Works

3.2.6 Forestry and Mining

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3.2.7 Oil and Gas

3.2.8 Visual and Aesthetic Resources

Table 2: Socio-economic Effects Assessment

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3.2.9 Public Health

3.2.10 First Nations Consultation