2013
Foothills Conservancy accepted donated conservation easements on four private properties, totaling 808 acres, in Burke (pictured), Caldwell, and Cleveland counties this year. These easements protect important farmland, wildlife habitat, mountain views, and historic resources.
Tract | Designation | County | Acres |
Lattimore Farm | Agricultural Conservation Easement | Cleveland | 124 |
Wildcat Mountain IV | Catawba Headwaters Preserve | McDowell | 158 |
Wildcat Mountain V | Catawba Headwaters Preserve | McDowell | 15 |
Buck Creek Gap | Blue Ridge Parkway | McDowell | 73 |
Muddy Creek Farm | Agricultural Conservation Easement | Burke | 285 |
Shoal Creek Falls | South Mountains State Park | Burke | 95 |
Doll Property | Conservation Easement | Caldwell | 248 |
Mulberry Creek Property | Conservation Easement | Caldwell | 51 |
TOTAL: |
1,049 |