Clean Water Act

Subject Description: The Federal Water Pollution Control Act was adopted in 1948 and, after amendment in 1972 and 1977, became commonly known as the Clean Water Act. This act provides a comprehensive system for the regulation of pollutants in the waters of the United States with the objective of restoring and maintaining the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the nation's waters. This subject area is will help inform readers on developments pertinent to application of the Clean Water to the agricultural sector.