What types of assessment procedures are available?

There are two types of assessment procedures: (a) Type A procedures are simplified procedures that require minimal field observation which can be used for all types of resources defined under this part (hereafter, all environments). Subpart D of this part describes the Type A procedures. (b) Type B procedures require more extensive field observation than the Type A procedures. Subpart E of this part describes the Type B procedures. [91 FR 42878, July 13, 2026]