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water quality-based permit

A water quality based permit is one with an effluent limit more stringent than one based on technology performance.

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water quality-based permit

A water quality based permit is one with an effluent limit more stringent than one based on technology performance.

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Such limits may be necessary to protect the designated use of receiving waters (i.e., recreation, irrigation, industry, or water supply).