Public interest factors Sample Clauses

Public interest factors. In making a decision under subparagraph

Public interest factors. In addition to determining if the proposed project complies with the Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines, the Corps must also ensure that the project is not contrary to the public interest, in order to render its decision regarding placement of dredged or fill material in waters of the U.S. Since the list of public interest factors represents much of the information required by the Corps to aid in the decisions regarding public interest review and CWA Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines, that list is repeated below with brief discussion as to related SMCRA and CWA information requirements. For some of the factors identified, a general statement, rather than project-specific analysis, may meet the information requirements. Each of the public interest factors listed below is discussed in the following format: Information Available in SMCRA Permit – A description of the information generally found in the SMCRA permit application. Additional Information Needed for Corps Review - A description and degree of detail of the information required for 404(b)(1) compliance and public interest review not otherwise captured in the SMCRA permit application. Table 1 Corps Public Interest Factor* SMCRA Requirement** A. Conservation.............................. Reclamation plan §780.18/784.13 B. Economics.................................. Generally not covered. See discussion of this factor below C. Aesthetics................................... Generally not covered. See discussion of this factor below D. Wetlands…................................. Fish and Wildlife Information §780.16/784.21 E. Historic Properties...................... Cultural Resources §783.12 F. Flood Hazards............................. Hydrologic Information §780.21/784.14; Diversions §816/817.43(a)(2) & (b)(3) G. Floodplain Values...................... Generally not covered. See discussion of this factor below