EM Project and Document Progression
in the CERCLA and DOE Removal Processes

The progress of projects and documents is from left to right in each category.

NOTE: In CERCLA processes, EPA has authority; in DOE Removal, DOE has authority.

CERCLA
Remed-
nation
Document,
Project
Progression
PA/SI RIWP [(RIP,
RI/BRA),
FS]{2} PP ROD RDWP
(RDR)
RAWP RAR RER
5 yr.
Start Time:
15 mo.
DOE
Removal
Actions
Emergency   FW/Ltr                  
Time Critical   Ltr   {2}   AM FW RmWP RmAR {3} 6 mo.
Non-
Critical
  Ltr(opt)   EE/CA
{2,4}
  AM   RmWP RmAR {3}  

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Where documents are enclosed in () or [], they are sometimes combined.
There may be multiple drafts (D0, D1, D2, D3) on some documents.

Notes:
{1} A time critical progression implies an accepted, expedited action is required. Other steps beyond the required steps shown may be included.
{2} CERCLA requires public participation at this point and following. DOE has instituted earlier public involvement.
{3} There is no legal requirement for a 5 year review in the time critical progression but DOE has been performing them.
{4} An EE/CA requires a short FS but no baseline RA.