Laws We Use
There are dozens of laws, regulations and ordinances that have been adopted by elected officials to protect water quality in the streams, rivers and lakes where you live. These laws are promulgated at the federal, state and local levels. The following information provides a brief description of some of the laws that affect the waterways in your watershed.
Federal Laws
Clean Water Act
State Laws
Georgia Water Quality Control Act
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Act
Metro River Protection Act
