Tag: Waste

EPA/Corps’ U.S. Waters Guidance Still on Hold

By Clare Condon Aug 7, 2013 Special Topics in Environmental Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

As used in rulemaking, the phrase “waters of the United States” most often refers to waters subject to CWA Section 404 dredge and fill permitting as implemented by the Corps and subject to EPA approval.  But in the draft guidance, the agencies make it clear that the phrase extends to other major programs administered under […]

Listed Waste FAQs

By Clare Condon Jul 30, 2013 Hazardous Waste Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Here are some frequently asked questions about EPA’s listed hazardous wastes. Acute Hazardous Wastes Q. What RCRA hazardous wastes are classified as "acute" hazardous wastes? A. Hazardous wastes listed in accordance with the criteria in 40 CFR 261.11(a)(2) are designated as "acute" hazardous wastes. Acute hazardous wastes are assigned the hazard code (H) (40 CFR […]