By Jon Kusler, Esq., Ph.D. – Association of State Wetland Managers

This paper has been prepared to stimulate discussion. It addresses several key issues: What are the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements for applying Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) to wetlands? To what extent have other states adopted TMDLs for wetlands? What recommendations may be made to concerning wetlands and TMDLs based upon experiences to date?  This paper was prepared for the Maryland Department of the Environment. It has been updated with funding support from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. To read this paper in PDF, click here.