[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"permit-22":3},{"id":4,"acreageLimit":5,"changesFrom2021":6,"code":7,"commonProjects":8,"effectiveDate":15,"environmentalReview":16,"extension":17,"faq":18,"keyConditions":34,"linearFootLimit":5,"meta":41,"name":45,"pcnTrigger":71,"publicComments":51,"purpose":50,"relatedPermits":72,"seo":73,"shortName":46,"sourceDocumentUrl":69,"statutoryAuthority":47,"stem":74,"whoNeedsThis":52,"__hash__":75},"permits/permits/nwp-22.json",null,"The 2026 reissuance of NWP 22 does not include any substantive modifications to the permit's core terms or conditions compared to the 2021 version. The Corps reevaluated the permit's quantitative and qualitative limits and determined they remain sufficient to ensure that authorized vessel removal activities result in no more than minimal individual and cumulative adverse environmental effects.\n\nWhile the regulatory requirements remain consistent, the supporting decision document was updated with current environmental baseline data. This includes results from newer national assessments, such as the 2022 National Lakes Assessment and the 2021 National Wetland Condition Assessment, to ensure the environmental review process is grounded in the most current available data.","22",[9,10,11,12,13,14],"Removal of a sunken barge from a navigable river","Recovery of a disabled sailboat grounded in a marsh","Clearing man-made navigational obstructions in a commercial harbor","Removal of abandoned recreational vessels from coastal waters","Placement of temporary work pads to facilitate ship salvage","Restoration of a site after removal of a derelict vessel","2026-03-15","The Corps determined that the reissuance of NWP 22 results in 'no effect' on federally-listed endangered or threatened species or their critical habitat. This is because General Condition 18 requires project-specific ESA Section 7 consultation for any activity that 'might affect' listed resources; no activity is authorized until the consultation process is complete.\n\nCompliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act is ensured through General Condition 20. Because NWP 22 requires a mandatory Pre-Construction Notification (PCN), district engineers have the opportunity to review every proposal for potential impacts on historic properties, such as shipwrecks of historical significance, before work can proceed.","json",[19,22,25,28,31],{"q":20,"a":21},"Do I need to submit a PCN for NWP 22?","Yes, a Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) is mandatory for all activities authorized by NWP 22 before work can commence.",{"q":23,"a":24},"What is the acreage limit for vessel removal under NWP 22?","There is no specific national numeric acreage limit for NWP 22. Instead, it requires that the activity result in only minimal individual and cumulative adverse environmental effects.",{"q":26,"a":27},"Can I use NWP 22 to remove a historic shipwreck?","Removal of vessels from historic sites is restricted; General Condition 20 requires the Corps to satisfy Section 106 of the NHPA before authorizing such work.",{"q":29,"a":30},"Does NWP 22 authorize dredging to access a wrecked vessel?","NWP 22 authorizes structures, work, and discharges necessary for vessel removal. If access requires minor dredging, it may be covered if impacts are minimal, but must be detailed in the PCN.",{"q":32,"a":33},"What happens to the site after the vessel is removed?","Upon completion of the work, any temporary structures or fills must be removed and the site restored to its pre-construction elevations.",[35,36,37,38,39,40],"Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) is mandatory for all activities.","Does not authorize the removal of vessels from historic sites unless Section 106 is satisfied.","Temporary fills must be removed and site restored to pre-construction elevations.","Must not cause more than minimal adverse effects on navigation.","Must comply with General Condition 12 regarding soil erosion and sediment control.","Materials used for temporary fills must be free from toxic pollutants.",{"path":42,"body":43,"title":70},"/permits/nwp-22",{"id":44,"code":7,"name":45,"shortName":46,"statutoryAuthority":47,"acreageLimit":5,"linearFootLimit":5,"pcnTrigger":48,"effectiveDate":15,"purpose":50,"changesFrom2021":6,"environmentalReview":16,"publicComments":51,"whoNeedsThis":52,"commonProjects":53,"keyConditions":54,"faq":55,"relatedPermits":61,"seo":66,"sourceDocumentUrl":69},"nwp-22","Removal of Vessels","NWP 22","10/404",{"type":49},"mandatory","Nationwide Permit 22 authorizes the removal of sunk, abandoned, or disabled vessels, along with other man-made obstructions to navigation. This permit covers both the physical structures in navigable waters under Section 10 and the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States under Section 404.\n\nThe primary objective of this permit is to clear navigational hazards and restore safe water access. It is used when the process of removing a vessel requires placing fill material—such as temporary work pads or access fills—or involves work that impacts the seafloor or riverbed.","The Corps received no specific public comments concerning the proposed reissuance of NWP 22 during the formal comment period. As a result, the Corps maintained the permit as written in the proposal, which reflects its long-standing and non-controversial role in clearing navigational hazards.\n\nGeneral themes from the broader reissuance process focused on maintaining administrative efficiency for minor activities. The Corps responded by affirming that district engineers retain discretionary authority to require individual permits if a specific vessel removal project is determined to cause more than minimal individual or cumulative adverse environmental effects.","Compliance managers, salvage contractors, marine towing companies, and port authorities typically use this permit to clear sunken or abandoned vessels. It is essential for maritime professionals who need regulatory clearance to move debris or wrecked ships that are obstructing navigable channels or shoreline areas.",[9,10,11,12,13,14],[35,36,37,38,39,40],[56,57,58,59,60],{"q":20,"a":21},{"q":23,"a":24},{"q":26,"a":27},{"q":29,"a":30},{"q":32,"a":33},[62,63,64,65],"NWP-3","NWP-18","NWP-19","NWP-20",{"title":67,"description":68},"NWP 22: Removal of Vessels - 2026 Permit Guide","Nationwide Permit 22 (NWP 22) for removing wrecked, abandoned, or disabled vessels. Mandatory PCN, Section 10/404 authority, and salvage rules on Course Clear.","https://cdn.courseclear.io/usace/decision_documents/NWP-22-2026-Final-Decision-Document.pdf","Nwp 22",{"type":49},[62,63,64,65],{"title":67,"description":68},"permits/nwp-22","IUs_xEf-pFwf7tBoU6URxQTZuVQ_ZD-iuwIrZl3JIHY"]