Enforcement of Section 208 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972 to control nonpoint source pollution

Journal Article · Mon Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1979 · Land Water Law Rev.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6073283

Wicker, W C

Nonpoint source pollution (NPS) caused by agriculture, road building, and other activities is, while less visible than point source pollution, recognized as such a major contributor to water pollution that it must be brought under control. Section 208 is the only portion of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972 to deal directly with the NPS problem. The three levels of enforcement of Section 208 are examined and various options for control are presented. Implementation is uneven because enforcement mechanisms exist in only a few specific areas and voluntary compliance is sought for the rest. The states are urged to make the necessary legislative changes, accompanied by more enforcement power or financial aid, for mandatory programs. 172 references.

• OSTI ID: 6073283
• Journal Information: Land Water Law Rev.; (United States), Journal Name: Land Water Law Rev.; (United States) Vol. 14:2; ISSN LWLRD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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