National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits can be issued even if a discharge will violate water-quality standards.

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NPDES permits may be issued with limitations and conditions to mitigate and control any harmful effects of the discharge on water quality. However, if a discharge causes or contributes to a violation of water-quality standards, the permit may be modified or revoked by regulatory authorities. The issuance of an NPDES permit does not give the permit holder the right to violate water-quality standards.

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits Can Be Issued Even