Environmental process | Environmental review
Regulated Materials/Waste
Purpose
The purpose of considering regulated materials/waste is to ensure proper management according to applicable federal and state regulations and to reduce liability to the department. Identification of regulated materials/waste associated with building demolitions or relocations and bridge demolitions or rehabilitation projects enables the Regulated Materials Unit (RMU) to prepare contracts to manage the materials/waste properly and to apply special provisions as necessary.
When to use this subject
MnDOT projects may generate and require management of regulated materials/waste such as lead-based paint, asbestos-containing material, polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB)-containing materials, mercury-containing materials, treated wood, hazardous waste, and other regulated waste.
RMU can provide guidance if you are likely to encounter regulated materials/waste during a project.
The following list outlines project activities that require evaluation for potential issues related to regulated materials/waste identification, documentation, and disposal:
- Building demolition or relocation
- Bridge demolition or rehabilitation
- Paint removal by abrasive blasting
- Bridge painting
- Other steel structure painting
- Asbestos dumps and pipes
- Acquisition of right of way containing above-ground discarded or abandoned regulated material or waste (MnDOT generally assumes responsibility and liability for properly disposing materials/waste it encounters on the right of way)
For specific process information, contact one of the individuals via the contacts page and see the Regulated Materials/Waste process.
How this subject fits into the overall project development process
In order for RMU to have sufficient time to review a project and provide meaningful comments, please contact them approximately 12 to 18 months prior to the letting date.
Organizations involved
- MnDOT:
- Office of Land Management
- Project Managers
- Project Engineers
- Pre-Design Engineers
- Design Engineers
- Bridge Office
- Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
- Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
- US DOT