Wetlands
Water-influenced areas that may be federally protected, limiting dredged or fill discharges under Clean Water Act Section 404.
Wetlands have water conditions that support characteristic soils and vegetation. When federal jurisdiction applies, a discharge of dredged or fill material may require a Clean Water Act Section 404 permit.
The Army Corps issues most Section 404 permits, while EPA develops environmental criteria and exercises oversight. Jurisdiction, the proposed activity, and exemptions are fact-specific.
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