CWA Hazardous Substance Response

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-007166",
  "term": "CWA Hazardous Substance Response",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "containment, removal, remediation, neutralization, source control, mechanical recovery, bioremediation, or other release countermeasures, in accordance with the applicable Regional Contingency Plan and Area Contingency Plan, of the CWA hazardous substances from the water and adjoining shorelines or the taking of such other actions that may be necessary to prevent, minimize, or mitigate damage to the environment, public health, or welfare, including, but not limited to, persons, fish, shellfish, wildlife, public water systems, and public and private property, shorelines, and beaches.",
  "references": [
    "40 CFR 11.2 (CFR 2024)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/cwa-hazardous-substance-response/"
}