Flowchart 3-4. Framework for Testing and Evaluation for Beneficial Use Applications

Framework for Dredged Material Management

May 2004

Flowchart 3-4. Framework for Testing and Evaluation

for Beneficial Use Applications

environmental acceptability of the proposal) in the case of existing projects. In contrast,

the needs and determinations under CWA or MPRSA are specifically concerned with a

justification of the need for dredged material disposal in waters of the United States or

ocean waters, respectively. Both types of determinations are addressed in the detailed

evaluation of alternatives in the NEPA document and may also be addressed in the

project's purpose and need statement, compliance with environmental statutes, and other

sections of the NEPA document where appropriate. In identifying reasonable alternatives

to pursue, environmental impact, cost, and agency policy/regulation, among other factors,

may be considered.