15 Miss. Code. R. 20-72-5.6.1

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 15-20-72-5.6.1 - Description of Environmental Impacts

The Licensed Engineer is required to certify the environmental impact of the project as either low, moderate, or high. If the Licensed Engineer determines that there is either a moderate or high impact, the Licensed Engineer shall prepare an Environmental Review Report. The report shall bear the seal of the licensed engineer responsible for preparation of the report and shall contain a description of the environmental impacts of the proposed project and any corresponding mitigative measures including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

(1) Surface and groundwater resources;

(2) Archaeological/historical/cultural resources;

(3) Vegetative/wildlife resources;

(4) Wetlands and navigable waterways;

(5) Floodplains;

(6) Prime or important farmlands;

(7) Coastal zones;

(8) Wild and scenic rivers; and

(9) Air Quality.

15 Miss. Code. R. 20-72-5.6.1

House Bill 1421, 2022 Regular Session & Senate Bill 2444, 2023 Regular Session of the MS Legislature

Adopted 6/24/2022

Amended 7/28/2023