What are the expected consequences if a segment or basin fails/exceeds an assigned loading level or doesn’t meet two-year milestones?
Virginia plans to adopt an adaptive management approach. This includes the development of two-year milestones and contingencies to adjust plans that fall short of expectations to assure successful implementation. If these state actions fall short, EPA is prepared to impose consequences to assure progress is made. The specifics of the federal consequences are expected to be formally communicated by EPA before the end of the year in a document commonly referred to as the “Consequences Letter.” Together, the adaptive management, Milestones, Contingencies and Consequences form a strong framework for accountability.
