U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 404 Permit

Section 404 of the Clean Water Act regulates the discharge of dredged, excavated, or fill material in wetlands, streams, rivers, and other U.S. waters. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the federal agency authorized to issue Section 404 Permits for certain activities conducted in wetlands or other U.S. waters. Depending on the scope of the project and method of construction, certain farming activities may require this permit. Examples include ponds, embankments, and stream channelization. Note: A general permit is pending which would give the State the lead for most general 404 permits, enabling this function to be handled during the state permitting process. Contact your SCD for more information.

Issuing Agency
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Baltimore District
Baltimore, MD 21203
(410) 962-3670