Agency: |
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency |
---|---|
Resource: |
(EPA) Contingency Planning and Area Contingency Planning Handbook |
Overview: |
The 1990 Oil Pollution Act (OPA) requires preparation of response plans for certain facilities that store oil. EPA prepared the implementation regulations. Area Contingency Plans are required by the Clean Water Act with EPA as the designated lead for inland. |
Resource Website(s): |
http://www.epa.gov/oil-spills-prevention-and-preparedness-regulations/area-contingency-planning |
Keywords: |
Business, Local Government, State Government, Tribal, Preparing for Flood Response, Responding to Current Flooding, Technical Assistance |