J-1503050 Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping Amendment 0012.pdf

SECTION J

DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ATTACHMENT NUMBER ATTACHMENT TITLE

J-1503050-01 Definitions and Acronyms J-1503050-02 References and Technical Documents J-1503050-03 Storm Drainage Systems J-1503050-04 Xeriscape Areas

ATTACHMENT J-1503050-01

DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS

DEFINITION/ACRONYM DESCRIPTION

Appearance Where there is a sense impression or outward aspect of an area or thing that is consistent, uniform and neat in and around the surroundings.

ATFP Anti-Terrorism Force Protection Artificial Turf An artificial surface that resembles grass.

Berm A mound or bank of earth typically used as a barrier.

Brow Ditch A drainage ditch with sufficient slope to prevent erosion of adjacent grading.

Caliper The measurement of a tree trunk at its widest diameter, measured six inches up from the ground for trees under four inch caliper, and twelve inches from the ground for trees over four inch caliper. Multi-stem plants are measured at the widest point of all trunks, six inches up from the ground for trees under four inch caliper, and twelve inches from the ground for trees over four inch caliper.

Classification and Ordering of Plants

For the purposes of pruning, trimming, planting, or removal, specific plants shall be identified according to their type and application as specified in the American Horticulture Society Encyclopedia of Garden Plants (latest edition), D.K.

Publishing under ISBN-0-7894-1943-2. Example: A Red Tip Photinia bush which is 15' tall will be classified as a shrub.

Clipping Any vegetation that is left on paved surfaces, lawns, and plant beds after being cut by means of shears, mowers, etc.

Debris Includes, but is not limited to, paper, cans, bottles, limbs and branches, pine straw and pinecones, leaves, rocks, and other similar items.

Depression A small area that has sunken below its surroundings.

Diameter at Breast Height

(DBH)

The diameter of a tree measured at 4½ feet above ground level.

Frond A large leaf or branch of a palm tree, usually with many divisions.

Grade To bring soil to previously established level or inclination using appropriate tools and equipment.

Hedge Shrubs or other plants planted closely together so as to form an unbroken line during trimming.

Irrigation Application of water to the soil to promote health and growth.

Irrigation System A permanent system used for apply water to lawns and plants. The irrigation system includes all pumps, controls, piping and, sprinkler heads. The irrigation system starts at the valve supplying to the system.

Operational Areas Areas driven by operational requirements (e.g., ATFP, BASH, Clear Zone Management, and NAVSEA OP-5).

Parcel A designated area of land which may be indicated on installation maps or other attachments.

Pruning The selective removal of unwanted growth to restore a plant or tree to its natural symmetry and appearance. Pruning involves selection and judgment, and does not include the practice of cutting off all branches to an even length. This may include re-sculpting, changing the size, or any other form of work that directly affects the look and growth pattern of the plant.

Rut Depressions made in soil or grass by tires of vehicles or heavy equipment.

Shrub A woody perennial plant generally smaller than a tree, usually having many permanent stems branching from or near the ground, and does not have a definite crown shape. Shrubs may be deciduous or evergreen, and in the area covered by this contract, may be very large in height and width.

Sightly Attractive, tasteful, or pleasing to the sight and consistent with its intended purpose.

Stump The bottom portion of a tree, which remains in the ground after the tree, has been cut for removal. Usually less than five feet in height.

Swale A low-lying or depressed area intended for drainage.

ATTACHMENT J-1503050-01

DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS

DEFINITION/ACRONYM DESCRIPTION

Tree A perennial woody plant having a permanent self-supporting single stem or multiple stems. Ordinarily grows higher than ten feet, and usually develops branches at some distance above the ground with a definite crown shape.

Trimming Removal of unwanted vegetation around trees, shrubs, flower and shrub beds, cultivated areas, poles, walls, valves, and other similar objects to match the height and appearance of the surrounding grass. Shrub and hedge trimming includes removal of unwanted vegetation to maintain a uniform, and well-shaped appearance, and to prevent interference with pedestrians, vehicle traffic and building encroachment.

Vegetation Plant life collectively consisting of grass, weeds, and other greenery (excluding shrubs, hedges, and trees) growing wild or cultivated on lawns, fields, and other areas.

Weed Plant life growing where it is not wanted.

Xeriscape A trademark for a method of landscaping that emphasizes water conservation in its use of drought-resistant plants

ATTACHMENT J-1503050-02

REFERENCES AND TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS

Reference Title ANSI Z133.1 American National Standard of Tree Care Operations-Pruning, Trimming, Repairing, Maintaining, and Removing and Cutting Brush- Safety Requirements.

ANSI A-300 American National Standard of Tree Care Operations-Tree, Shrub and Other Woody Plant Maintenance-Standard practices, Secretariat- National Arborist Association, Incorporated.

Irrigation Association - Water Management Committee

Turf and Landscape Irrigation Best Management Practices April 2005

NAVFAC DM 5 Drainage for Areas Other Than Airfields NAVFAC INST 11320.2 Fire Prevention and Protection NAVFAC P-73 Natural Resources Management Procedural Manual NAVFAC MO-100.1 Natural Resources Land Management NAVFAC MO-100.3 Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Management NAVFAC MO-100.4 Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation and Cultural Values NAVFAC P-905 Planting and Maintenance of Trees, Shrubs, and Vines NAVFAC P-960 Installation Design, Chapter 1 “Planting Design” NAVSEA OP 5 Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore OPNAV M-5090.1 Safe Drinking Water Compliance Ashore OPNAVINST 6250.4 Navy Pest Management NFPA Fire Protection Handbook Fire Protection Handbook

ATTACHMENT J-1503050-03

STORM DRAINAGE SYSTEMS

Location Surface Type Approx. Size Remarks Zones 21, 22, 23 Earthen 1977 LF North side of road running along northern edge of CLUville.

Begins in Zone 21, near 11D and gate to SOCCE compound and runs approximately 1,977 linear feet to the intersection near the airfield fuel compound. Ditch is crossed by the Lion Ramp driveway (with culverts) and by a temporary bridged driveway. There are approximately four additional culverts and eight makeshift walkways.

Ditch width varies from 80 in. at shoulder on west end and up to 144 in. at the eastern end. Depth ranges from 24 to 34 inches.

Zones 14, 15 Concrete channel, culverts, earthen

488 LF North side of “Horseshoe” area running from 3rd Street West to Golf Avenue.

Beginning west of the “Horseshoe” area the drainage system is concrete lined, 31in. wide and 7 in. deep, open for 86 LF.

Runs under gravel and sidewalk for 26 LF, opens again for approximately 89 LF, 31in. wide and 16in. deep. Continues under gravel and sidewalk for 60 LF and emerges at concrete trench with poly/fiberglass grate cover, 38in. wide, 21 in deep. Runs approximately 186 LF where it joins the underground storm water piping running 40 LF to road edge.

Zone 23 Earthen 1138 LF Golf Avenue to Bldg. 603

Zones 24, 25, 26, 27, 31, 32B, 32A

Earthen 3728 LF South side of 3rd Street running from Bldg.

603 to TF Compound fence.

CALA Channel Earthen, Vegetation, Concrete Culverts and Channels, Rip-rap

3808 LF TF Compound to Eastern end of installation.

Culverts Concrete, Earthen Unknown CLDJ - Multiple locations CALA Perimeter Earthen 8,000 LF Airfield Ditches and Infield Areas

Earthen Approximately 26 acres

ATTACHMENT J-1503050-04

XERISCAPE AREAS

Facility Location Surface Type Approx. Size

(SF)

Remarks

300 Around Joint HQ Bldg. Rock, Gravel 1200 Rock, Palm Trees, Shrubs 306 Post Office Rock, Gravel 28800 Rock, Palm Trees, Shrub 310 Front of Galley Rock, Gravel 7550 Rock, Palm Trees, Other Trees, Shrubs 737 E6 BEQ Rock, Gravel 7300 Rock, Palm Trees, Shrubs, Raised Bed

Planter 740 Fire Station #2 Rock, Gravel 6500 Rock, Palm Trees, Shrubs 747 E5 BEQ Rock, Gravel 13250 Rock, Palm Trees, Shrubs