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3.3.2 STATE The Florida Department of Environmental Regulation (FDER) is responsible for administering all aspects of water resources in the State. Chapters 17-3 and 17-6 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC) specifically state the rules of the FDER on water quality standards and pollution control. Chapter 17-3 is oriented to protection of all waters in the state and the preservation of water quality by setting water quality standards for various water classes. The chapter classifies groundwater in single -source aquifers used for potable supplies as Class G-1 waters. The water quality IRC.VB4 discussion presents current requirements of the various regulatory agencies aimed at protecting the groundwater from contamination. 3.3.1 FEDERAL The Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972 (PL 92-500) and its ' amendment by the Clean Water Act of 1977 (PL 95-217) and 1981 (PL 97-117) are the basis for pollution control in the nation. These laws control the discharge of pollutants into the nation's water through "effluent limitations" established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Among other provisions, the laws prohibit EPA from funding systems unless the applicant has investigated various treatment alternatives in selecting the best practical waste treatment. The Federal Register of February 11, 1976, provided criteria for best ' practicable treatment (BPT) alternatives. The resulting groundwater quality from those systems employing land application techniques must comply with the National Primary Drinking Water Standards. According to Section 35.917-ld5v of 40 CFR Part 35 (September 27, 1978), the same standards hold for subsurface treatment and disposal systems such as septic tanks. The standards vary depending upon the use of the affected groundwater. The shallow aquifer in the study area would be classified Class II because it is used as a drinking water source. 3.3.2 STATE The Florida Department of Environmental Regulation (FDER) is responsible for administering all aspects of water resources in the State. Chapters 17-3 and 17-6 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC) specifically state the rules of the FDER on water quality standards and pollution control. Chapter 17-3 is oriented to protection of all waters in the state and the preservation of water quality by setting water quality standards for various water classes. The chapter classifies groundwater in single -source aquifers used for potable supplies as Class G-1 waters. The water quality IRC.VB4