{"id":769,"date":"2012-04-04T14:51:44","date_gmt":"2012-04-04T14:51:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/?page_id=769"},"modified":"2018-08-06T20:55:19","modified_gmt":"2018-08-06T20:55:19","slug":"meadowlark-marsh-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/sites\/candidate-restoration-sites\/meadowlark-marsh-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Meadowlark Marsh"},"content":{"rendered":"

Category<\/strong>: Candidate Restoration\/Preservation Site \"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Location<\/strong>: Located north of Bellman’s Creek and east of the New Jersey Turnpike – Eastern Spur in Ridgefield, Bergen County.<\/p>\n

Latitude\/Longitude<\/strong>: 40.82120\/-74.02449<\/p>\n

Current Land Use<\/strong>: Tidal marsh<\/p>\n

Size:<\/strong> 90 acres<\/p>\n

Current Ownership<\/strong>: NJMC<\/p>\n

Site Description<\/strong>: The Meadowlark Marsh site is currently undeveloped and dominated by common reed (Phragmites australis<\/em>), but dotted with staghorn sumac (Rhus hirta<\/em>) and black cherry (Prunus serotina<\/em>) trees. Site elevations range from approximately 15 feet in the upland forest to 1-foot along Bellman’s Creek. It appears that runoff from development along Westside Avenue is a possible source of freshwater for several ponds contained on site. The land is visited frequently by feeding ducks including green-winged teal (Anas crecca<\/em>), and is a popular nesting area for red-winged black birds (Agelaius phoeniceus<\/em>). This site has also been known as the Meadowlark Tract and Bellman’s Creek Site.<\/p>\n

Existing Site-Specific Data Inventory<\/strong><\/p>\n

A. Survey, Maps, and GIS<\/strong><\/p>\n

HMD regional data exists inclusive of this site.<\/p>\n

B. Real Estate\/Ownership<\/strong><\/p>\n

Owned by Hartz Mountain Development Corporation, but is in the process of being acquired by NJMC.<\/p>\n

C. Site History & Land Use<\/strong><\/p>\n

Existing conditions surveyed at the site in 1997. Preliminary hazardous materials assessment completed in 2003.<\/p>\n

D. Biological Studies – Fauna<\/strong><\/p>\n

General wildlife and environmental data was collected in 1993 and 1997 for site assessments.<\/p>\n

E. Biological Studies – General Environmental<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wetland assessments conducted in 1993, 1997, and 2003. Preliminary hazardous materials assessment completed in 2003.<\/p>\n

F. Geotechnical<\/strong><\/p>\n

General soils data was collected for a 1997 site assessment.<\/p>\n

G. Hydraulics and Hydrology<\/strong><\/p>\n

General hydrology data was collected for a 1997 site assessment.<\/p>\n

H. Water and Sediments<\/strong><\/p>\n

General sediment data was collected for a 1997 site assessment.<\/p>\n

I. Historical\/Cultural Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

Existing cultural resources information was compiled for a 1997 site assessment.<\/p>\n

J. Restoration\/Remediation Design Plans<\/strong><\/p>\n

Conceptual restoration plan was developed in 1986. Development of a conceptual restoration plan was evaluated for a 1997 site assessment.<\/p>\n

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Site Reports<\/h2>\n

Site #20 \u2013 Meadowlark Marsh<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Category<\/strong>: Candidate Restoration\/Preservation Site<\/p>\n

Location<\/strong>: Located north of Bellman\u2019s Creek and east of the New Jersey Turnpike \u2013 Eastern Spur in Ridgefield, Bergen County.<\/p>\n

Latitude\/Longitude<\/strong>: 40.82120 \/ -74.02449<\/p>\n

Current Land Use<\/strong>: Tidal marsh<\/p>\n

Size<\/strong>: 90 acres<\/p>\n

Current Ownership<\/strong>: NJMC<\/p>\n

Site Description<\/strong>: The Meadowlark Marsh site is currently undeveloped and dominated by common reed (Phragmites australis<\/em>), but dotted with staghorn sumac (Rhus<\/em> hirta<\/em>) and black cherry (Prunus<\/em> serotina<\/em>) trees. Site elevations range from approximately 15 feet in the upland forest to 1-foot along Bellman\u2019s Creek. It appears that runoff from development along Westside Avenue is a possible source of freshwater for several ponds contained on site. The land is visited frequently by feeding ducks including green-winged teal (Anas crecca<\/em>)<\/em>, and is a popular nesting area for red-winged black birds (Agelaius phoeniceus<\/em>). This site has also been known as the Meadowlark Tract and the Bellman\u2019s Creek Site.<\/p>\n

Existing Site Specific Data Inventory<\/strong><\/p>\n

* \u2013 Report repeated under multiple data categories and\/or sites.<\/p>\n

A.\u00a0 Survey, Maps, and GIS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Relevant survey, mapping, and GIS data for the Meadowlands can be found in the Meadowlands-wide site report under data category A.<\/p>\n

B.\u00a0\u00a0 Real Estate\/Ownership<\/strong><\/p>\n

Meadowlark Marsh is owned by Hartz Mountain Development Corporation; however, it is in the process of being acquired by NJMC.<\/p>\n

C.\u00a0 Site History & Land Use<\/strong><\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [4]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, land use (including wetlands), soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *PMK Group, Preliminary Assessment Report Meadowlark Site. December 2003. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>This preliminary Phase 1 assessment evaluated the potential for hazardous material to exist on the property at levels likely to warrant mitigation, through site reconnaissance, and reviews of maps, historical information, and government agency listings.<\/p>\n

D.\u00a0 Biological Studies \u2013 Fauna<\/strong><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

E.\u00a0\u00a0 Biological Studies \u2013 General Environmental<\/strong><\/p>\n

4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *The Louis Berger Group, Inc. Hydrogeomorphic (HGM) Functional Assessment Model and Guidebook for Tidal Fringe Wetlands in the New Jersey Meadowlands. 2003. [1a]<\/sup><\/strong>(http:\/\/merilibrary.meadowlands.state.nj.us\/dbtw-wpd\/FullText\/HGM_guidebook_RVSD.pdf<\/a>) A hydrogeomorphic functional assessment model and guidebook for tidal fringe wetlands in the Hackensack Meadowlands was completed. The HGM model can be used as a tool to help determine wetland functions and values and to approximate compensatory wetland mitigation. Map-based and on-site field data (including amount of aquatic edge, channel density, vegetative cover, habitat, soil texture, and tidal inundation) were collected from the reference wetlands and used to refine data collection forms, calibrate model variables, and improve the conceptual HGM functional models. Reference sites included Skeetkill Creek Marsh, Meadowlark Marsh, Lyndhurst Riverside Marsh, MRI, Western Brackish Marsh, Mill Creek Marsh, Eastern Brackish Marsh, Mori Tract, Walden Marsh, Oritani Marsh, Harrier Meadow, Anderson Creek Marsh, Kearny Brackish Marsh, and Riverbend Wetlands Preserve.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *PMK Group, Preliminary Assessment Report Meadowlark Site. December 2003. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>This preliminary Phase 1 assessment evaluated the potential for hazardous material to exist on the property at levels likely to warrant mitigation, through site reconnaissance, and reviews of maps, historical information, and government agency listings.<\/p>\n

7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 TAMS Consultants, Inc. Functional Evaluation of the Villages at Mill Creek Development and Mitigation Sites. March 1993. [2]<\/sup> <\/strong>Qualitatively evaluates the functional opportunity\/effectiveness of wetlands at four sites \u2013 IR-2 (now the Mill Creek Wetland Mitigation Site), Anderson Creek Marsh, South Secaucus (also known as Riverbend Wetlands Preserve), and Meadowlark Marsh \u2013 based on physical, chemical, and biological attributes.<\/p>\n

F.\u00a0\u00a0 Geotechnical <\/strong><\/p>\n

8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

G.\u00a0 Hydraulics and Hydrology<\/strong><\/p>\n

9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

H.\u00a0 Water and Sediments<\/strong><\/p>\n

10.\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Historical\/Cultural Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

11.\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

J.\u00a0\u00a0 Restoration\/Remediation Design Plans<\/strong><\/p>\n

12.\u00a0 *Louis Berger & Associates, Inc. Bellman\u2019s Creek Site: Assessment of 90-acre Site in the Hackensack Meadowlands District. August, 1997. [2a]<\/sup><\/strong>Assessment of site (called Bellman\u2019s Creek Site, but now known as the Meadowlark Marsh site) included the review of existing wildlife, wetland\/upland areas, soils, hydrologic, sediment, and cultural resources information, as well as the collection of new data during a field investigation. Wetland functional value scores were also developed. The site was determined to be a potential wetland mitigation bank site, but would require a Phase II study of a spoil pile, a subsurface investigation program, and a culvert linking the northern and central sections to restore tidal flow to the central section.<\/p>\n

13.\u00a0 *TAMS Consultants, Inc. The Villages at Mill Creek (IR-2) Brackish Wetland Mitigation Concept. May 1986. [2]<\/sup><\/strong> Quantifies the net impact of filling 97.41 acres of USACE-regulated wetlands and enhancing 91.98 acres for the construction of the proposed Villages at Mill Creek.<\/p>\n

K. Bibliographic Updates\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b><\/p>\n

Site #20: Meadowlark Marsh<\/a><\/p>\n

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Category: Candidate Restoration\/Preservation Site Location: Located north of Bellman’s Creek and east of the New Jersey Turnpike – Eastern Spur in Ridgefield, Bergen County. Latitude\/Longitude: 40.82120\/-74.02449 Current Land Use: Tidal marsh Size: 90 acres Current Ownership: NJMC Site Description: The Meadowlark Marsh site is currently undeveloped and dominated by common reed (Phragmites australis), but dotted […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":55,"menu_order":20,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-769","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/769","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=769"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/769\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1655,"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/769\/revisions\/1655"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/55"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=769"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}