| Description | This regulation sets forth the rules by which transporters of hazardous materials are governed while traveling through all state-owned bridge-tunnel facilities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. |
| State Authority | Section 33.2-210 and 33.2-300 , Code of Virginia . |
| Federal Authority | 49 CFR Part 107, Subpart B; 49 CFR Parts 171-180; 49 CFR Part 397; 49 USC 5112 |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation | The goal of this regulation is to protect the traveling public from the dangers of a hazardous material spill in a bridge-tunnel facility. These spills can be difficult to respond to and clean and can cause significant damage, especially when the facility is in an urban area or near water. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter. |
| Name / Title: | Steven Jack / Regulatory Manager |
| Address: |
1221 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | steven.jack@vdot.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-3885 FAX: ()- TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Review Rules and Regulations Governing the Transportation of Hazardous Materials Through Bridge-Tunnel Facilities | Final | Governor's office review in progress. |
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
Amend Commissioner title in connection with legislative action
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/23/2011. |
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Minor Revisions to Regulations to Correct/Clarify/Update Text
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/12/2011. |
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APA-Exempt Amendment for Technical Correction
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/06/2001. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2020 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 5/26/2010 Agency Completed | Amend | |
| 12/31/2000 Agency Completed | Amend | |