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Basic Course: Key Concepts
Designated Uses: Other Purposes
| Other Purposes | Descriptions |
|---|---|
| Ceremonial uses | Reflects unique exposure patterns and pathways for tribes (e.g., Pueblo of Isleta). |
| Shellfish grazing areas | Addresses shellfish beds and oyster harvesting in all coastal States. |
| Protection of endangered species | Special level of protection for waters with known populations of endangered species. |
| Wildlife protection | For example, the California water quality standards protect aquatic-dependent species, such as waterfowl, shore birds, aquatic flora. Also, this can be used to protect stock fisheries, such as "put-and-take" trout. |
| Coral reef preservation | For protecting such sensitive areas as coral reefs. |
| Drinking water source protection | For protecting ground-water recharges and waters used for drinking water. |
| Hydroelectric power | For hydropower generation. |
| Outstanding National ResourceWater | For high-quality or ecologically unique waters. |
Learn More. Instructive examples of well-defined subcategories that address the designated uses of specific water bodies. Proceed to the Learn More Topic. »
Disclaimer:
For informational purposes only–Not official statements of EPA policy.
Course Navigation
- Module 1: Overview
- Module 2: Use
- The Uses of a Water Body
- Integrity of the Nation's Waters
- CWA 101(a)(2) Uses
- The Basis for State/Tribal Water Quality Goals
- The Uses Already Attained by a Water Body
- Use Subcategories
- Subcategories for Section 101(a) Goal Uses
- Section 303 Other Uses
- Other Purposes Category
- Specify Appropriate Uses
- Changing/Removing a Designated Use
- Summary
- Quiz
- Module 3: Criteria
- Module 4: Antidegradation
- Module 5: Flexibilities
- Module 6: Review
- Certificate of Completion
