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Stockton Urban Waterbodies Pathogen TMDL

This web page contains information on a TMDL for the control of pathogens into six Stockton urban waterways. For additional information please contact Fred Kizito at (916) 464-4633 or by email at fkizito@waterboards.ca.gov

On 14 March 2008, the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board adopted Resolution No. R5-2008-0030, approving the Total Maximum Daily Loads of Pathogens in Stockton Urban Waterbodies, San Joaquin County. The TMDL addresses pathogen impairment in Five Mile Slough, Lower Calaveras River, Mormon Slough, Mosher Slough, Smith Canal, and Walker Slough. Implementation of this TMDL is conducted through the City of Stockton’s MS4 Permit (Order No. R5-2007-0173) and associated Pathogen Plan.

EPA Approval of Stockton Urban Waterbodies Pathogen TMDL

  • EPA Approval Letter, 155 KB, PDF (PDF info)
    This letter from Alexis Strauss (Director, Water Division, USEPA Region 9) includes a brief discussion of, and approval for, the Stockton Urban Waterbodies Pathogen TMDL.

Final TMDL Report and Board Resolution

Final Board Resolution


Final TMDL Report with Response to Comments


Supporting Documents


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--Web page updated 06/20/2008