DNR seeks public comment on draft of water quality standards


DNR seeks public comment on draft of water quality standards


The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is interested to learn where state environmental officials should focus efforts over the next three years to protect surface water quality in Wisconsin. State officials are seeking public comment on a draft list of five water quality standards topics related to the protection of public health, recreation, fish, and other aquatic communities within the state`s waterbodies.

The DNR is proposing revision to some existing standards because of new information about levels of exposure to certain contaminants and to reflect changes in federal regulations or recommendations. They are also considering developing standards for emerging contaminants that may need to be monitored and controlled to protect people and the environment.

Opportunities to comment found here:

https://dnr.wi.gov/news/input/

The Natural Resource Board Liaison Is:

Laurie J. Ross, Board Liaison
Office of the Secretary
Laurie.Ross@wisconsin.gov
608-267-7420
PO Box 7921
Madison WI 53707-7921
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Ken Notes: If I had to pick just one issue, I would send Laurie a request for the Board to recommend that CAFO`s with over 1000 head be required to digest and heat 100 percent of effluent to 165 degrees.

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