Bulletin 160-93, The California Water Plan Update, October 1994

Contents of Chapter 5 Water Quality

Overview of Water Quality in California

Mineralization and Eutrophication, Toxic Pollutants, Pathogens, Disinfection Byproducts, Agricultural Pollutants, Urban Pollutants, Other Pollutants, Drinking Water Regulations and Human Health, Meeting Water Quality Standards, Source Protection

Critical Components of State Water Supply

Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Water Quality, Colorado River Water Quality, Ground Water Quality, Remediation and Protection of Ground Water Quality

Quality Considerations for Water Reclamation and Reuse

Costs of Poor Quality Water

Recommendations

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