According to DEM…
This habitat consists of the hemlock/hardwood forest that flanks either side of the Clear River and its associated forested swamp on either side of the ROW. Within the linear strip of the ROW itself, the wetland is emergent marsh, and the surrounding upland is maintained as grassland/shrubland. The proposed work would extend the managed area into the High Value/High Vulnerability Habitat
The Town of Burrillville recognizes that a pull-quote does not tell the whole story. In our point-of-view, this excerpt is indicative. While DEM was unable to draw definitive conclusions, the Town of Burrillville concludes that this power plant is not needed and is harmful to Burrillville, Rhode Island and surrounding areas. Follow these links to read the DEM advisories and drawn your own conclusions: [9-12-16 DEM Advisory Opinion] and [8-15-17 DEM Supplemental Advisory]
Town of Burrillville
105 Harrisville Main St.
Harrisville, RI 02830
401-568-4300