§ Env-Wq 1708.03

N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 1708.03

Protection of Existing Uses

Effective Feb 26, 2025(See Revision Notes #1, #2, and #3 at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1700) #12042, eff 12-1-16; ss by #14203, eff 2-26-25Water Quality and Quantity Programs

(a) A proposed discharge or activity shall not eliminate any existing uses or the water quality needed to maintain and protect those uses.
(b) The department shall determine the existing uses for the waters in question using the information provided pursuant to Env-Wq 1708.07.

Source. (See Revision Notes #1, #2, and #3 at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1700) #12042, eff 12-1-16; ss by #14203, eff 2-26-25