The water quality standards branch is responsible for developing and reviewing water quality standards; determining total maximum daily loads and wasteload allocations from point sources; and determining load allocations from nonpoint sources. Owyhee River at Mountain City

Water quality management plans and the "impaired waters listing" required under sections 208 and 303(d) of the Clean Water Act, as well as the Continuing Planning Process, are prepared by this branch.

Branch Supervisor: Sam Stegeman — Phone: (775) 687-9451

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Statutory Authority: NRS 445A.010 through 445A.730

Mailing Address::
901 South Stewart Street, Suite 4001
Carson City, NV 89701-5249
Phone: (775) 687-9444
Fax: (775) 687-5856

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