N.C. Ecosystem Enhancement Program
SHOCCO CREEK LESTER CAPPS, WARREN COUNTY

Acres: 19.37

Acquisition date: 3/28/05

A population of the federally endangered dwarf wedgemussel and Tar River spiny mussel occurs within a mile of this parcel on Shocco Creek, a nationally significant aquatic habitat.

The parcel is between other parcels owned by state agencies and private properties protected by other conservation easements. The parcel was identified for protection in a riparian corridor conservation plan.

Photo credit: Chuck Peoples, Tar River Land Conservancy.

EEP’s preservation efforts result from a partnership with the N.C. Department of Transportation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. NCDOT is a major contributor of funding on this project.

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