Each State is required to adopt water quality standards under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended by the Clean Water Act (CWA) of 1977, reauthorized in 1987. These standards are established based on the use and values of waters for public water supplies, propagation of fish and wildlife, recreation, agriculture, industry, and navigation. Federal standards and guidelines have also been established for the protection of aquatic life and protection of human health through consumptive pathways. Standards for potable waters have been established under the Safe Drinking Water Act.
The State of Mississippi has jurisdiction for programs to improve water quality. Mississippi has adopted water quality standards contained in Title 49 - Conservation and Ecology, Chapter 17, titled "Mississippi Safe Drinking Water Law of 1976".
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