Worst case discharge

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-030609",
  "term": "Worst case discharge",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Worst Case Discharge",
  "definition": "1. For an onshore non-transportation-related facility means the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions as determined using the worksheets in appendix D to this part.\n\n2. As defined by section 311(a)(24) of the CWA means, in the case of a vessel, a discharge in adverse weather conditions of its entire cargo, and in the case of an offshore facility or onshore facility, the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions.\n\n3. According to Section 311(a)(24) of the CWA in the case of a vessel, a discharge in adverse weather conditions of its entire cargo, and, in the case of an offshore facility or onshore facility, the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions.59 FR 47416, Sept. 15, 1994, as amended at 60 FR 16054, March 29, 1995]\n\n4. Largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions including a discharge resulting from fire or explosion.",
  "subject": "Environmental events",
  "references": [
    "40 CFR 112.2 (CFR 2013); 86 FR 27984; 40 CFR (CFR 2021)",
    "40 CFR Appendix E to Part 300 (CFR 2013)",
    "40 CFR 300.5 (CFR 2013)",
    "40 CFR 118 (CFR 2024)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/worst-case-discharge/"
}