Provided below are links to Ballast Water Control Port Operations and Ballast Water Discharge related information.  The downloadable documents are available in PDF format.

General Information

• Ballast Water Control Permit - Frequently Asked Questions
• Ballast Water Control General Permit (issued October 11, 2006)
• Ballast Water Control General Permit Application (PDF) (WORD)
• Ballast Water Control General Permit - Public Comment Responsiveness Summary
• Ballast Water Management Practices Reporting Requirements and Report Form
• Port Operations Notification Report (PDF) (Word)
• Act No. 33, Public Acts of 2005
• Act No. 32, Public Acts of 2005

If you have an questions or concerns, please contact:

Mr. Barry Burns
517-335-3301
burnsb@michigan.gov