
WATER QUALITY
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Surface Water Quality Standards
The water quality standards are established to sustain public health and public enjoyment of the waters and the propagation and protection of fish, shellfish, and wildlife. This three-part approach was designed to set limits on pollution in our lakes, rivers and marine waters in order to protect beneficial uses such as aquatic life, swimming and fishing. They also support other water protection processes (such as total maximum daily loads, also known as TMDLs, and the biannual water quality assessment), and guide Washington citizens, businesses and other government agencies to the goal of sustaining clean water for current and future use. The three-part approach covers:
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