Bristol Bay
Proposal to protect the Bristol Bay watershed
EPA Region 10 initiated a process to protect one of the world’s most valuable salmon fisheries, in Bristol Bay, Alaska, from the risks posed by a mine at the Pebble deposit.
Bristol Bay Assessment
EPA's final assessment of the potential impacts of large-scale mining development on Bristol Bay fisheries and wildlife, and on Alaska Native cultures of the region.
Comment period closed
The public comment period on our proposal ended on September 19, 2014.
- View all public comments (links to docket on regulations.gov)
What is 404(c)?
EPA has authority under Section 404(c) of the Clean Water Act to protect valuable areas from harmful discharges. Learn more about the 404(c) process