Public Notice: EPA is requested to act on behalf of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians as the Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certification authority for the 2026 Nationwide Permits

EPA is requested to act on behalf of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians as the Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certification authority for the 2026 Nationwide Permits
How to Comment
Comments Due

You may comment on the proposed action in via email, phone, or postal mail. 

Submit comments to: 

Email: Molly Martin 401-R4notices@epa.gov

Phone:  404-562-9405

Publish Date

Summary

Clean Water Act (CWA) 401 certification is required for any federal license or permit issued that may result in a discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States. EPA acts as a certifying authority on behalf of Tribes that do not have Treatment in a manner Similar to a State (TAS) under CWA 401. As such EPA R4 is acting on behalf of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians for the proposed reissuance of the Army Corps 2026 Nationwide Permits. EPA is providing the opportunity for public comment on the certification request for the proposed reissuance.

Applicants or Respondents

Mike Moxey (michael.b.moxey@usace.army.mil)

United States

Docket Numbers

  • EPA-R04-CWA-2024-1000(b)

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Last updated on July 3, 2025