- (1) Corrects errors in freshwater objective calculation formulas for selected metals to be consistent with the California Toxics Rule (CTR) and National Toxics Rule (NTR).
- (2) Clarifies that other applicable policies, regulations, and guidance aside from the State Implementation Policy (SIP) may be used when developing dilution credits for non-priority pollutants.
- (3) Allows establishment of alternative cyanide dilution credits and mercury concentration triggers to accommodate water recycling projects or to reflect material and substantial changes in wastewater treatment operations and conditions.
- (4) Makes minor editorial changes to Table 3-4, to add clarifications, update obsolete information, and improve formatting.
On December 13, 2023, the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (San Francisco Bay Water Board) adopted Resolution No. R2-2023-0026, amending the Water Quality Control Plan for the San Francisco Bay Region. The Basin Plan amendment does the following:
History
1. New section summarizing amendment to basin plan filed 7-22-2024; amendments approved by State Water Resources Control Board Resolution No. 2024-0013 on 4-17-2024; amendments approved by OAL pursuant to Government Code section 11353 on 7-22-2024 (Register 2024, No. 30).