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Standards for Water Body Health

Why are Water Quality Standards Important?

They protect the quality of lakes, rivers, estuaries and other water bodies.
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Water Quality Standards Where You Live

Learn about water quality standards in your community.
View the Water Quality Standards Where You Live Map to learn more.
Relationship Between Water Quality Criteria and Water Quality Standards

Learn about water quality standards and criteria (learn more).