EPA v. Waialua Stream Diversion Project

Case summary

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region IX ( EPA ), pursuant to its authority under Section 309(a) of the Clean Water Act ( CWA ), 33 U.S.C. 1319(a), has fully executed the Administrative Order on Consent ( Order ) related to the dredge and fill activities performed in the Waialua Stream in Kaunakakai, Hawaii, without authorization under Section 404 of the CWA, 33 U.S.C.1342. Within 30 days of the enclosed Order's effective date a draft restoration plan 0.25 acres of wetland shall be submitted to EPA for its approval.

Defendants (1)

• Charles Miguel, SeniorNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• WAIALUA STREAM DIVERSION PROJECT / CHARLES MIGUEL, SR.

  249 KAMEHAMEHA V HWY, KAUNAKAKAI, HI, 96748

  Registry ID: 110070543750

Statutes cited

• CWA 404 — Permits for Dredge and Fill Material

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Waialua Stream Diversion Projectentered 2019-10-30

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2019-10-30Final Order Issued
• 2019-11-04Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2023-04-28Enforcement Action Closed