910AWI32-7003 — Environmental Wetland Protection

910AWI32-7003 governs the effective protection of Jurisdictional Wetlands and isolated wetlands on the installation.

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  • Publication number: 910AWI32-7003
  • Title: ENVIRONMENTAL WETLAND PROTECTION
  • Date: 2022-01-06

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The publication covers wetlands regulations, protection measures, permitting, training activities, development projects, and vehicle use in wetland areas. It requires avoidance or minimization of impacts, approval for proposed actions that affect wetlands, and compliance with specified conditions for ATVs and on-foot activities.

Applies to: It establishes and implements effective protection of Jurisdictional Wetlands and isolated wetlands on the installation and applies to all Base personnel and tenants assigned or attached to the 910th Airlift Wing, Youngstown Air Reserve Station (ARS), Ohio.

Topics covered

  • Wetlands regulations
  • Jurisdictional Wetlands
  • Isolated wetlands
  • Wetlands permitting
  • Wetland ground disturbances
  • Training activities in wetland areas
  • All Terrain Vehicle use
  • Wetland area map

Questions and answers

What standard governs the protection of wetlands?

The regulations stipulate that wetlands will be protected and conserved through avoidance or minimization of impact.

Is a permit required for dredged or fill materials in wetlands?

The USACOE and/or OEPA are authorized to issue permits that are required for the discharge of dredged or fill materials into wetlands.

What happens if an encroachment into wetlands is not permitted?

Even an inadvertent encroachment into wetlands resulting in displacement or movement of soil or fill materials has the potential to be viewed as a violation unless an appropriate permit is obtained from USACOE and/or OEPA.

What approval is required for an action that impacts wetlands?

Any proposed action that impacts wetlands requires a Finding of No Practical Alternative (FONPA) approved by Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (SAF/MIQ) in accordance with AFI 32-7064. (paragraph 3)

Where can motorized vehicles be used in the wetland area?

Motorized vehicles other than All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are not permitted to be used in the area in which the wetlands exist. (paragraph 3)

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