Control of point source water pollution has been the primary goal of federal water pollution law.

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Federal water pollution law, including the Clean Water Act, specifically focuses on controlling and reducing point source pollution from specific, identifiable sources such as industrial facilities and wastewater treatment plants. Non-point source pollution, such as runoff from agricultural fields and urban areas, is more difficult to regulate under the law.

Control of Point Source Water Pollution Has Been the Primary