Colorado Water Quality Control Commission and Water Quality Control Division

Colorado Water Quality Control Commission Mission Statement

To develop and maintain a comprehensive and effective water quality protection program for the entire state of Colorado through an open process that fully involves all segments of the public.

Administrator

Paul Froehardt

Primary Responsibilities of the Colorado Water Quality Control Commission

Adopts water quality classifications and standards for the state.

Creates regulations aimed at achieving compliance with those classifications and standards.

Primary Responsibilities of the Colorado Water Quality Control Division

Enforces Colorado's discharge permit program.

Enforces regulations adopted by the Commission.

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