Application of the Clean Water Act to Groundwater Is Anathema to the Water Industry: An Unfolding Tale

Key Takeaways Amendments to the Clean Water Act (CWA) and the definition of “waters of the United States” have evolved over time. US courts have differed on whether the CWA regulates groundwater discharges. Water projects could become too costly, too burdensome, and subject to delays if the Supreme...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal - American Water Works Association 2019-10, Vol.111 (10), p.58-63
1. Verfasser:	Hoch, Steven L.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Clean Water Act Clean Water Act-US Compliance Environmental law Environmental protection Federal Legislation Federal Regulations Groundwater Groundwater discharge OPINION State Regulations Surface Water Trucking industry
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Zusammenfassung:	Key Takeaways Amendments to the Clean Water Act (CWA) and the definition of “waters of the United States” have evolved over time. US courts have differed on whether the CWA regulates groundwater discharges. Water projects could become too costly, too burdensome, and subject to delays if the Supreme Court decides that the CWA regulates groundwater.
ISSN:	0003-150X 1551-8833
DOI:	10.1002/awwa.1381