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A Guide to Developing an Environmental Management System for a Small Business
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07/2011
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GI-304
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$1.75
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For small businesses that are thinking of developing an environmental management system (EMS)--a voluntary way to handle environmental matters. Outlines the basic EMS components and gives examples of how to implement them. Online Format: PDF
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A Guide to Freshwater Ecology
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05/2009
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GI-034
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$3.25
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Manual to familiarize individuals with the freshwater environment. Online Format: PDF
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Accuracy Testing of Gauges used for Testing Backflow Prevention Assemblies
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5/2011
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RG-493
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$1.75
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General guide to testing differential-pressure gauges used in testing backflow-prevention assemblies. Explains differences between accuracy testing and calibration. Online Format: PDF
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Activities and Recommendations of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 81st Legislature
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01/2009
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SFR-047/08
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$3.25
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Committee's report describing their activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection. Online Format: PDF
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Activities and Recommendations of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 82nd Legislature
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01/2010
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SFR-047/10
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$3.25
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Committee's report describing their activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection. Online Format: PDF
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Activities and Recommendations of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee: Report to the 83rd Legislature
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01/2013
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SFR-047/12
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$3.25
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Committee's report describing their activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection. Online Format: PDF
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Atlas of Texas Surface Water
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08/2004
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GI-316
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$1.75
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Book of color maps depicting the state's surface waters (divided by classified segments), including its lakes, bays, ponds, reservoirs, streams, rivers, estuaries and wetlands. Online Format: HTML
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Backflow Protection on Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
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10/2008
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RG-345
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$1.75
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Guidance for water purveyors, waterworks operators, fire line personnel, professional consultants, and licensed testers. Online Format: PDF
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Bao Ve Ho Tres Palacios
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02/2007
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GI-363viet
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$1.75
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Leaflet on what citizens can do to preserve water quality in Tres Palacios Bay. (Also available in English and Spanish. To view the Vietnamese translation, click the link below.) Online Format: PDF
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Charting the Course to 2015: Galveston Bay Strategic Action Plan
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04/2009
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GI-385
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$1.75
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Followup to the Galveston Bay Plan evaluating progress toward goals with a view to 2015. Online Format: PDF
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Clean Water Certification Program
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08/2012
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RG-502
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$1.75
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About self-certification for owners of boats with marine sanitation devices and owners of pump-out stations. Online Format: PDF
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Coliform Sampling for Public Water Systems
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08/2012
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RG-421
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$3.25
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Detailed guide on how PWSs can take and submit samples to test water for contamination by coliform bacteria. Online Format: PDF
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Common Environmental Requirements for Regulated Oil and Gas Operations
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02/2013
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RG-482
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$1.75
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Explains agency regulations on oil and gas exploration and production. Not a comprehensive review of such regulations. Online Format: PDF
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Complying with the Edwards Aquifer Rules: Technical Guidance on Best Management Practices
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07/2005
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RG-348
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$11.00
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Guidance on the rules that apply specifically to the Edwards Aquifer. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Conditional No-Exposure Exclusion for Stormwater Runoff: A Guide for Industries Operating Under the TPDES Multi-Sector General Permit, TXR050000
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02/2009
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RG-467
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$1.75
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Explains the no-exposure exclusion for industries operating under the TPDES Multi-Sector General Permit. Online Format: PDF
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Creosote: What is it? What are the risks? / Creosota: ¿Qué es? ¿Cuáles son los Riesgos?
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07/2002
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GI-285
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$1.75
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Explains (in English and Spanish) the dangers of creosote and how to reduce the risk. Explica (en inglés y español) los peligros del creosota y como reducir los riesgos. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Disinfectant Residual Reporting for Public Water Systems
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07/2007
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RG-407
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$1.75
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Shows public water systems that use only purchased water or groundwater how to comply with the disinfectant-level monitoring and reporting requirements of 30 TAC Section 290.110. Includes example calculations, worksheets, sample report, blank report form. Online Format: PDF
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Disposal of Domestic or Exotic Livestock Carcasses
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03/2005
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RG-419
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$1.75
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A guide for farm and ranch owners, state agencies, and local authorities when faced with animal mortalities. Online Format: PDF
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Edwards Aquifer Protection Program Contractor Handout
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11/2010
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GI-406
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$1.75
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Building on the Edwards Aquifer? Added responsibilities and requirements apply. Online Format: PDF
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Environmental Rules for Car Washes
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06/2007
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RG-434
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$1.75
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Summarizes the environmental requirements that apply to car washes and the actions you need to take to operate your car wash in compliance with state and federal laws. Online Format: PDF
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Fees, Standards, and Reporting Requirements for Public Water Systems
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05/2012
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RG-346
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$8.75
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This publication contains the rule language found in 30 TAC 290 Subchapter E (fees), Subchapter F (requirements for drinking water quality), and Subchapter H (requirements for Consumer Confidence Reports) Online Format: PDF
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Galveston Bay and the Galveston Bay Estuary Program
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06/2007
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GI-342
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$1.75
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An overview of the Galveston Bay Estuary and Galveston Bay Estuary Program. Online Format: PDF
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General Permit Stormwater and General Permit Wastewater Fee
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11/2005
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RG-412
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$1.75
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Answers commonly asked questions from those billed for these annual fees, and provides agency contacts for more detailed questions. Online Format: PDF
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Golden Alga in Texas
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09/2007
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GI-378
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$1.75
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A guide to the effects of golden alga events in Texas. Includes health and seafood tips and how to recognize and report golden agla blooms. Online Format: PDF
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Guidelines for Developing Emergency Action Plans for Dams in Texas
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03/2012
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GI-394
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$5.00
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Intended for dam owners and engineers, these guidelines define the requirements of an acceptable emergency action plan and facilitate its preparation, distribution, annual testing, and update. Online Format: PDF
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Guidelines for Identifying and Protecting Aquifer Recharge Features
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10/2005
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RG-433
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$1.75
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This document provides guidance on identifying and certifying the presence of recharge features and discusses best management practices that protect aquifers from concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). Online Format: PDF
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How Can a Superfund Site Affect My Property? / ¿Como Puede Afectar un Sitio Superfund a Mi Propiedad?
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12/2002
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GI-286
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$1.75
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Provides information (in English and Spanish) relevant to owners of properties that are near state Superfund sites in Texas. Información pertinente (en inglés y español) para los dueños de terrenos cercanos a sitios "Superfund" en Texas. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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How to Develop a Monitoring Plan for a Public Water System
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08/2011
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RG-384
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$8.75
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Tells public water systems how to develop a monitoring plan, a tool used to coordinate all the monitoring requirements for different chemicals in the plant and distribution system. Online Format: PDF
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Iniciativa fronteriza de la TCEQ
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04/2012
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GI-392esp
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$1.75
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Información general sobre el esfuerzo íntegro y cooperativo que realiza la TCEQ para servir a los residentes de la frontera. Online Format: PDF
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Investigating and Reporting Releases from Petroleum Storage Tanks
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08/2012
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RG-411
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$1.75
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Guide to the TCEQ requirement for investigating and reporting releases from underground and aboveground storage tanks. Online Format: PDF
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Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report - 2008
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08/2009
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SFR-056/08
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$8.75
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Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report. Online Format: HTML
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Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report - 2009
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08/2010
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SFR-056/09
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$8.75
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Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report. Online Format: HTML
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Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report - 2010
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09/2011
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SFR-056/10
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$8.75
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Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report. Online Format: HTML
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Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report - 2011
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08/2012
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SFR-056/11
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$8.75
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Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Landowner's Guide to Plugging Abandoned Water Wells
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03/2010
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RG-347
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$1.75
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Guidance on how to properly plug an abandoned water well. Online Format: PDF
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Landscape Irrigation Program: Implementation
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01/2009
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RG-466
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$1.75
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Explains new rules relating to LI for both licensed professionals and customers. Online Format: PDF
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Landscape Irrigation, A Take Care of Texas Guide
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04/2010
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GI-409
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$1.75
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Brief guide to developing a water-efficient landscape, including tips on using good water techniques and choosing irrigation systems. Online Format: PDF
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Landscape Irrigation: A Consumer's Guide to Landscape Irrigation in Texas / Riego de paisajes: Una guía del consumidor sobre el riego de jardines en Texas
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07/2011
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GI-390
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$1.75
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General-information pamphlet on landscape irrigation for homeowners. Folleto de información general sobre el riego de paisajes o jardines para dueños de casa. Online Format: PDF
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Landscape Irrigator's Rule Compilation
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08/2009
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RG-470
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$5.00
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A guide that compiles the various rules for landscape irrigators from the occupation code, water code and TCEQ rules. Online Format: PDF
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Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution in Texas: 2011 Annual Report
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01/2012
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SFR-066/11
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$3.25
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Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public. Online Format: PDF
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Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution in Texas: 2012 Annual Report
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01/2013
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SFR-066/12
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$1.75
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Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public. Online Format: PDF
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Monitored Natural Attentuation Demonstrations under TRPP
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09/2010
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RG-366/TRRP-33
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$1.75
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Describes the elements and development of demonstrations for monitored natural attenuation at affected properties. Online Format: PDF
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Most Frequently Needed Records for Wastewater Investigations
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03/2008
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RG-088
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$1.75
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TCEQ investigators send this document to a plant that is about to undergo a wastewater investigation to ensure availability of records needed to complete the process expeditiously. Online Format: PDF
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Municipal Setting Designations: A Guide for Cities
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02/2013
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GI-326
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$1.75
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Information for cities that may be contacted by persons who wish to pursue state certification of a municipal setting designation, or that wish to pursue MSDs for their own use. Online Format: PDF
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NetDMR: Online Reporting of Discharge Monitoring Data
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04/2009
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GI-398
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$1.75
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Find out about NetDMR, a Web-based tool that allows you as a TPDES permittee to electronically sign and submit your discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) to the TCEQ. Online Format: PDF
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On-Site Wastewater Treatment Research Council Fee
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09/2003
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RG-078
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to this reporting fee. Online Format: PDF
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Optional Enhanced Measures for the Protection of Water Quality in the Edwards Aquifer - An Appendix to RG-348
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09/2007
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RG-348a
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$1.75
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Appendix A to RG-348. Step-by-step guide to activities affected by the Edwards Aquifer rules in eight counties: Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bexar, Medina, Uvalde, and Kinney. Includes forms. Online Format: PDF
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Optional Enhanced Measures for the Protection of Water Quality in the Edwards Aquifer and Related Karst Features that May Be Habitat for Karst Dwelling Invertebrates - An Appendix to RG-348
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09/2007
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RG-348b
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$1.75
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Appendix B to RG-348. Describes best management practices with focus on protecting habitat for karst-dwelling invertebrates. Online Format: PDF
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Preparation of a Drinking Water Survey Report
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01/2010
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RG-428
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$1.75
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Anyone who reports groundwater contamination will need this document to guide them in submitting a drinking water survey report. Online Format: PDF
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Preserving and Improving Water Quality: Programs of the TCEQ for Managing the Quality of Surface Waters
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08/2010
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GI-351
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$1.75
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An overview of the standards and criteria the TCEQ uses to define and evaluate the quality of surface waters in Texas, and the programs and practices the state employs to protect and restore water quality. Online Format: PDF
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Primary and Secondary Operators Under the Construction General Permit for Stormwater Discharges (TXR150000)
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05/2009
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RG-468
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$1.75
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Defines "primary operator" vs. "secondary operator." Online Format: PDF
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Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts: Report to the 82nd Legislature
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01/2011
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SFR-053/07
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$3.25
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Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of priority groundwater management areas and the creation and operation of groundwater conservation districts. Online Format: PDF
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Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts: Report to the 83rd Legislature
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01/2013
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SFR-053/08
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$3.25
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Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of priority groundwater management areas and the creation and operation of groundwater conservation districts. Online Format: PDF
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Procedures to Implement the Texas Surface Water Quality Standards
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01/2003
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RG-194
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$5.00
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Details how the TCEQ implements the state's surface water quality standards through wastewater permitting. Online Format: PDF
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Process Control Tests for Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facilities
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10/2002
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RG-002
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$1.75
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A guide with four tables listing the recommended process control tests that should be performed to effectively operate the most common type of domestic wastewater treatment facility. Online Format: PDF
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Protección de la Bahía Tres Palacios
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02/2007
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GI-363esp
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$1.75
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Folleto sobre lo que la gente puede hacer para proteger la calidad de la agua de la Bahía Tres Palacios. (Disponible también en inglés y vietnamita.) Online Format: PDF (Spanish)
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Protect Your Source of Water
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04/2009
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GI-395
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$1.75
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The TCEQ partners with water systems to set up a Source Water Protection Program for little or no cost. The project identifies potential sources of contamination and best management practices to prevent pollution from entering drinking water. Online Format: PDF
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Protecting Tres Palacios Bay
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02/2007
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GI-363
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$1.75
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Leaflet on what citizens can do to preserve water quality in Tres Palacios Bay. (Also available in Spanish and Vietnamese.) Online Format: PDF
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Public Drinking Water: A Guide for Local Governments
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06/2006
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RG-422/LGG-2
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$1.75
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A guide for local officials to the revised rules for public drinking water, 30 TAC 290-91. Online Format: PDF
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Pull Up Your Water Well Report - Online
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04/2011
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GI-416
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$1.75
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Flier about using the TCEQ's online Water Well Report Viewer. Online Format: PDF
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Quarterly Visual Monitoring of Stormwater Runoff: A Guide for Industries Operating under the TPDES Multi-Sector General Permit, TXR050000
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12/2006
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RG-403
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$1.75
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Tells industries how and when to conduct required quarterly visual monitoring to assess the effectiveness of their efforts to reduce pollution in stormwater runoff, and provides a form that may be used. Online Format: PDF
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Rainwater Harvesting: A Guide for Public Water Systems
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11/2012
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RG-445
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$1.75
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Regulations and principles for Public Water Systems that collect and treat rainwater and distribute it as potable water. Online Format: PDF
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Red Tide Facts
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02/2007
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GI-367
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$1.75
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A guide to the effects of red tide events on the coast. Includes health and seafood tips and how to recognize and report red tide. Online Format: PDF
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Reducing Phosphorus in the North Bosque River--Taking Action to Improve Water Quality
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04/2003
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GI-306
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$1.75
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Gives an overview of concerns for phosphorus in the North Bosque River and outlines measures that are called for in the implementation plan for the total maximum daily loads in this watershed. Online Format: PDF
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Rules Protecting the Edwards Aquifer Recharge and Transition Zones
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04/2008
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RG-011
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$1.75
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Guidance on restrictions relating to construction on the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bexar, Medina, Uvalde, and Kinney counties. Online Format: PDF
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Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative: Information for Prospective Participants
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08/2012
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GI-389
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$1.75
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Summary of the Sanitary Sewer Overflow Initiative, including its goals and requirements. Online Format: PDF
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Save Money and the Environment at Home
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07/2011
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GI-370
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$1.75
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Ten handy tips for conserving and recycling resources while saving money around the house and during the daily commute. Online Format: PDF
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Save Water. Save Energy. Save Money at Work
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04/2013
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GI-388
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$1.75
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Brochure with 10 environmental tips for improving air and water quality, conserving water and energy, and reducing waste at the office. Online Format: PDF
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Soil Sampling for Concentrated Animal-Feeding Operations (CAFOs) (Contents Effective January 2010)
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07/2009
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RG-408
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$1.75
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Explains and illustrates methods of collecting soil samples for nutrient utilization plans, which may be required for operators of concentrated animal feeding operations who apply animal waste for beneficial reuse. Online Format: PDF
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Steps to Obtain Construction Permits for Stormwater Discharges/Como Conseguir Permisos de Construccion para Discargas de Agua de Tormenta
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07/2008
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RG-436
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$1.75
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Details which construction projects require permits regarding stormwater discharges, and outlines the steps needed to obtain permit coverage. Detalla cuáles proyectos de construcción requieren permisos en cuanto a descargas de agua de tormenta, y traza los pasos necesarios para conseguir cobertura de permiso. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Study of the Methods for Disposing of Unused Pharmaceuticals
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12/2010
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SFR-098
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$3.25
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A study of and recommendations about the methods used by consumers, health-care providers, and others to dispose of unused pharmaceuticals. Online Format: PDF
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Surface Water Quality Monitoring Procedures, Volume 1: Physical and Chemical Monitoring Methods
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08/2012
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RG-415
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$8.75
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Procedures for TCEQ staff and other monitoring personnel who collect data on surface water quality in Texas. Online Format: HTML
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Surface Water Quality Monitoring Procedures, Volume 2: Methods for Collecting and Analyzing Biological Assemblage and Habitat Data
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06/2007
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RG-416
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$8.75
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Procedures for TCEQ staff and other monitoring personnel who collect data on surface water quality in Texas. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Texas Groundwater Protection Committee
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05/2006
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GI-088
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$1.75
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Brochure describing this committee, which brings together representatives from 10 state agencies to bridge the gap between groundwater programs. Online Format: PDF
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Texas Groundwater Protection Stategy
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02/2003
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AS-188
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$5.00
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A comprehensive groundwater protection strategy for the state of Texas that provides guidelines for the prevention of contamination, the conservation of groundwater, and the coordination of activities of the agencies involved. Online Format: PDF
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Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System: Multi-Sector Industrial General Permit for Stormwater—TXR050000
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09/2011
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RG-394
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$5.00
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A general permit covering eligible stormwater discharges from industrial facilities. Also covers certain discharges other than stormwater. Online Format: PDF
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The TCEQ Border Initiative
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04/2012
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GI-392
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$1.75
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General information on the TCEQ's comprehensive, cooperative effort to serve border residents. Online Format: PDF HTML
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The Texas Clean Rivers Program
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02/2011
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GI-063
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$1.75
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General information about a program managed by the TCEQ and partner agencies to promote improved water quality in Texas rivers. Online Format: PDF
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Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Guidance Manual
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09/2002
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RG-379
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$3.25
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Tells surface water treatment plant operators how to comply with rules on removing total organic carbon (TOC) & to lessen the concentration of disinfection by-product precursors (DBP-Ps) that are available to form more harmful disinfection by-products. Online Format: PDF
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Troubleshooting Bacteria Effluent From Wastewater Treatment Plants
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05/2013
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RG-515
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$1.75
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Information and tools to help wastewater system operators and utility managers with minimizing bacteria in effluent Online Format: PDF
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Unauthorized Discharges and Sanitary Sewer Overflows
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04/2011
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RG-395
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$1.75
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A guide that clarifies the TCEQ's requirements for reporting unauthorized discharges and overflows from sanitary sewers. Online Format: PDF
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Water Education Field Guide
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10/2006
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GI-026
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$1.75
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Guide for engaging 4th to 8th grade students in hands-on field study of Texas waters. Online Format: PDF
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Water Recycles: The Complete Story (poster)
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02/2010
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GI-403
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$1.75
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Color poster (18" x 22") that illustrates steps in the water cycle and several human activities that affect water. Back of poster has narrative information on water as well as activities and puzzles. Online Format: PDF
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Watershed Survey, Conducting a...
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06/2009
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GI-232
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$1.75
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How to equip your group to explore your watershed and make a record of the geography, land and water uses, potential and actual pollution sources, and history of the stream and its watershed. Online Format: PDF
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What is Toxicology?
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01/2013
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GI-426
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$1.75
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Introduction to TCEQ toxicology for the general public. Online Format: PDF
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