Land Disturbance Division
Surface Mining & Mining Stormwater
Mining & Mining Stormwater
MDEQ regulates surface mining operations in Mississippi through permitting, inspections, and reclamation oversight to ensure compliance with state environmental regulations. This page provides information on mining requirements, permits, stormwater and dewatering discharges, application procedures, and resources to support responsible mining practices and protect Mississippi’s natural resources.
Construction Stormwater
Construction Stormwater
Construction stormwater permitting helps ensure that runoff from land disturbing activities is properly managed to protect waters of the state. Projects of various sizes must follow permit conditions designed to prevent pollutants from entering waterways or stormwater conveyance systems. Whether part of a larger common plan of development or individually regulated, construction sites are required to implement practices that reduce their impact on water quality.
Water Quality Certification
Water Quality Certifications
Section 401 Water Quality Certification ensures that projects requiring federal permits or licenses comply with applicable water quality standards. This page provides information on certification requirements, application procedures, and pre-filing meeting requests to help protect Mississippi’s water resources.
Helpful permitting information for small & medium businesses
Public Resource Tools
Links to enSearch Online which provides access to public information about permitted facilities.
Permit Applications & Forms
Forms by listed by permit type. Most forms are in MS Word and/or Adobe pdf format.
Environmental Regulations Associated with Hydraulic Fracturing Activities.
Contact Information
MDEQ
P. O. Box 2261
Jackson, MS 39225
Fax Number:
(601) 961-5703
