§ 25-8-101. Short Title

This article shall be known and may be cited as the “Colorado Water Quality Control Act”. Source: L. 81: Entire article R&RE, p. 1310, § 1, effective July 1.

§ 25-8-102. Legislative Declaration

In order to foster the health, welfare, and safety of the inhabitants of the state of Colorado and to facilitate the enjoyment and use of the scenic and natural resources of the state, it is declared to be the policy of this state to prevent injury to beneficial uses made of state waters, to maximize […]

§ 25-8-103. Definitions

As used in this article 8, unless the context otherwise requires: “Agricultural chemical” means any of the following: A pesticide as defined in section 35-10-103, C.R.S.; or A commercial fertilizer as defined in section 35-12-103, C.R.S. (1.1) “Agricultural management area” means a designated geographic area defined by the commissioner of agriculture that includes natural or […]

§ 25-8-104. Interpretation and Construction of Water Quality Provisions

No provision of this article shall be interpreted so as to supersede, abrogate, or impair rights to divert water and apply water to beneficial uses in accordance with the provisions of sections 5 and 6 of article XVI of the constitution of the state of Colorado, compacts entered into by the state of Colorado, or […]

§ 25-8-105. Regional Wastewater Management Plans – Amendments

Regional wastewater management plans which include plans known for purposes of the federal act as “208 plans” may be developed by designated planning agencies or by the state for nondesignated areas or for statewide purposes. Before submitting a proposed plan or amendment to the division, the designated planning agency shall hold a hearing on the […]