Clean Water Act Hazardous Substance Facility Response Plans
Certain facilities are required to plan for worst case discharges of hazardous substances under the Clean Water Act. A worst case discharge is the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions, including extreme weather conditions due to climate change.
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About CWA Hazardous Substance FRPs
Learn about the final rule and how it helps facilities prepare for worst-case discharges of hazardous substances.
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Applicability
The planning requirements apply to facilities that could reasonably be expected to cause substantial harm to the environment, based on their location.