Water Resources: An In-Depth Look at Overflow Dredging on the Great Lakes
RCED-88-200BR
Published: Aug 11, 1988. Publicly Released: Sep 12, 1988.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO provided information regarding the Army Corps of Engineers' use of overflow dredging on the Great Lakes, focusing on: (1) its environmental impact; (2) relevant legislation and guidance; (3) cost-effectiveness; and (4) extent of use in areas with highly contaminated sediment.
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Cost effectiveness analysisDredgingEnvironmental monitoringEvaluation methodsHazardous substancesInland waterwaysPollution monitoringWater pollution controlWaterway costsWildlife conservationWater supply