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Water Quality
What is Regulation 85?
Regulation 85 is also known as the “Nutrients Management Control Regulation.” In 2012, Colorado passed Regulation 85, along with Regulation 31, to address nitrogen, phosphorus, and chlorophyll a in surface water in accordance with the Clean Water Act.
Whom does regulation 85 regulate?
Regulation 85 specifically regulates “point sources” of nutrient discharge, such as wastewater treatment plants, by setting discharge limits and requiring monitoring to better define nutrient levels. This information will be used to inform future regulatory decisions.
For more information please visit: https://coagnutrients.colostate.edu/colorado-regulation-85/
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