AGENCY: Department of Environmental Quality. Division of Water Quality

SERIES: 81516
TITLE: Water quality standards background files
DATES: 1982-
ARRANGEMENT: Chronological

DESCRIPTION: This is a record of the information that goes into the setting of water quality standards in the state as required by sections 106, 205(j), 205(g), 208, 303, and 305 of the Clean Water Act. This activity is part of the continuing planning process as set forth in 40 CFR 130.5. These files include correspondence, public comments, master documents of streams and water tables, and draft copies of standards.

RETENTION

Permanent. Retain for 3 year(s)

DISPOSITION

Transfer to Archives.

RETENTION AND DISPOSITION AUTHORIZATION

Retention and disposition for this series were specifically approved by the State Records Committee.

APPROVED: 06/1987

FORMAT MANAGEMENT

Paper: Retain in Office for 3 years and then transfer to State Archives with authority to weed.

APPRAISAL

Administrative Historical

This information documents the development of the state's water quality standards and as such has long-term value. A three year retention in office is needed as the standards are reviewed every three years.

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