Designated Uses are Those water uses identified in state water quality standards that must be achieved and maintained as required under the Clean Water Act. Uses can include cold water fisheries, public water supply, and irrigation.
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designated uses are state-established desirable uses that waters should support, such as fishing, swimming, and aquatic life. Listed in state water quality standards.

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