Laws & Regulations
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Overview of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21)
The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) authorizes over $200 billion to improve the Nation's transportation infrastructure, enhance economic growth and protect the environment.
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Inland Testing Manual under CWA Section 404
The Inland Testing Manual is national guidance used for the evaluation of dredged material for inland disposal under the CWA to determine acceptability of material to be disposed.
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Exemptions to Permit Requirements under CWA Section 404
These exemptions pertain to "normal farming" and harvesting activities that are part of an established, ongoing farming or forestry operations.
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Compensatory Mitigation for Losses of Aquatic Resources under CWA Section 404 (Final Rule)
These regulations are designed to improve the effectiveness of compensatory mitigation to replace lost aquatic resource functions and area, and increase the efficiency and predictability of the mitigation project review process.
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Memorandum: Individual Permit Flexibility for Small Landowners under CWA Section 404
This policy clarifies permit flexibility afforded to small landowners under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
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Memorandum: Appropriate Level of Analysis Required for Evaluating Compliance with the CWA Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines Alternatives Requirements
Memorandum to clarify the appropriate level of analysis required for evaluating compliance with the Clean Water Act Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines' requirements for consideration of alternatives. 40 CFR 230.10(a)
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1979 "Civiletti" Memorandum under CWA Section 404(f)
US Attorney General opinion on ultimate administrative authority under Section 404 to determine the reach of navigable waters and the meaning of Clean Water Act Section 404(f).
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Frequent Questions on Removal of Obsolete Dams
The Applicability of EPA Regulations and Funding to the Removal of Obsolete Dams: Frequently Asked Questions
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Overview of CWA Section 404: Regulatory Authority Factsheet
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) establishes a program to regulate the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands.
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Clean Water Act Section 403: Ocean Discharge Criteria
Clean Water Act Section 403 Ocean Discharge Criteria
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Memorandum for the Field: Special Emphasis Given to Coral Reef Protection under the Clean Water Act, Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, and Federal Project Authorities
Special Emphasis Given to Coral Reef Protection under the Clean Water Act, Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, and Federal Project Authorities
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 2 of 2)
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 2 of 2, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 2 of 2), October 2014 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 2 of 2, October 2014 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 2 of 2), March 2014 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 2 of 2, March 2014 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 2 of 2), October - November 2015 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 2 of 2, October - November 2015 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 2 of 2), August 2016 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 2 of 2, August 2016 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Implementing the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act of 2022 (PRIA 5) - Fiscal Year 2024
PRIA fees seventeenth annual report fiscal year 2024
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 1 of 2), September 2011 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 1 of 2, September 2011 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 1 of 2), September 2013 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 1 of 2, September 2013 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment
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Public Notice: McCandless Fuels Site Application - Volume II (Soil, Part 1 of 2), March 2013 Event
Application Volume II, Soil, Part 1 of 2, March 2013 Event, for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) cleanup and disposal of PCB remediation proposal and opportunity for comment