Section 13142 Of Article 3. State Policy For Water Quality Control From California Water Code >> Division 7. >> Chapter 3. >> Article 3.
13142
. State policy for water quality control shall consist of all
or any of the following:
(a) Water quality principles and guidelines for long-range
resource planning, including ground water and surface water
management programs and control and use of recycled water.
(b) Water quality objectives at key locations for planning and
operation of water resource development projects and for water
quality control activities.
(c) Other principles and guidelines deemed essential by the state
board for water quality control.
The principles, guidelines, and objectives shall be consistent
with the state goal of providing a decent home and suitable living
environment for every Californian.