### Question
How does the law define construction?


### Answer
Under *33 U.S.C. § 1316*, **construction** is defined as:

> any placement, assembly, or installation of facilities or equipment (including contractual obligations to purchase such facilities or equipment) at the premises where such equipment will be used, including preparation work at such premises

#### Citation:
  - *33 U.S.C. § 1316*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 26-WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL > SUBCHAPTER III-STANDARDS AND ENFORCEMENT**

