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Nysdec State Pollution Discharge Elimination System (Spdes) General Permits (Gp-0-16-001) for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (Cafos) - New York
Nysdec State Pollution Discharge Elimination System (Spdes) General Permits (Gp-0-16-001) for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (Cafos) is a legal document that was released by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation - a government authority operating within New York.
FAQ
Q: What is the NYSDEC State Pollution Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) General Permits (GP-0-16-001) for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs)?
A: It is a permit issued by the NYSDEC that regulates the pollution discharge from CAFOs in New York.
Q: What does the SPDES permit regulate?
A: The SPDES permit regulates the pollution discharge caused by CAFOs in New York.
Q: What is a Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO)?
A: A CAFO is an agricultural operation where a large number of animals are confined in a small area and fed a concentrated diet.
Q: Why is the SPDES permit important?
A: The SPDES permit is important to protect water quality by monitoring and regulating pollution discharges from CAFOs.
Q: Who issues the SPDES permit?
A: The SPDES permit is issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC).
Q: What are the requirements for CAFOs to obtain the SPDES permit?
A: CAFOs need to meet certain criteria and develop and implement a comprehensive nutrient management plan to obtain the SPDES permit.
Q: Does every CAFO in New York need to obtain the SPDES permit?
A: No, only CAFOs that meet specific size thresholds and criteria are required to obtain the SPDES permit.
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