Responsible Agency:
USACE
Description:
Ocean dumping requires a permit issued under the MPRSA. In the case of dredged material, the decision to issue a permit is made by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, using EPA´s environmental criteria and subject to EPA´s concurrence. EPA is responsible for designating recommended ocean dumping sites (through promulgation in the Code of Federal Regulations).
Activity/Trigger:
All proposed transportation of dredged material for disposal in ocean waters
Statute or Regulations:
Title I, Marine Protection Research and Sanctuaries Act (33 USC 1401 et seq.), Section 103