The Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) oversees the protection and management of jurisdictional "waters of the U.S.” including navigable streams, their tributaries and connected wetlands.  This can also include ponds, impoundments, industrial basins and lakes provided there is a hydrological connection.

 

The laws, regulations and technical applications can be a complicated process.  Therefore, we strongly recommend that prior to construction, filling, or impacting wetlands, open waters or streams you seek out the services of a qualified wetland and stream consultant. 

 

The ramifications of impacting "waters of the U.S." without proper authorization can result in numerous negative impacts to the individual, corporation and project.  These impacts can be in the form of a notice of violation, cease and desist order, fines, civil and/or criminal penalties.      

 

We have assisted numerous clients who have inadvertently impacted "waters of the U.S.” by assessing the degree of environmental impacts and identifying the appropriate regulatory processes.  This information is essential for you or your legal counsel to adequately resolve the matter with the USACE.

 

Compliance with the rules is all ways the best practice to keep your project on course.  However, should you have concerns related to compliance issues contact Wetland Services and we can help empower you with the information critical to expedite a resolution.