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It is important to note that NPDES permits are only required of so-called “point sources.” Point sources tend to be larger industrial and commercial facilities and public treatment facilities. Some large agricultural operations are considered point sources, but, by and large, runoff from farms, roads, lawns, and most small pollution sources are not directly regulated. These “nonpoint sources” are the subject of increased scrutiny, since most of the nation’s remaining water quality problems are due to nonpoint pollution. 3 In addition to the technology-based standards described above, regulation can impose additional controls on point sources if the. | Missouri Department of Natural Resources Preventing Pollution at Rock Quarries Division of Environmental Quality fact sheet 12 2008 A Guide to Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention for Quarries in Missouri w Recycled Paper PUB000340 Funding for development and printing of this document was provided in part by a Pollution Prevention Incentives for States grant from the . Environmental Protection Agency. Members of the Missouri Limestone Producers Association kindly assisted in developing this document. Their help is very much appreciated. 2 Missouri Department of Natural Resources Preventing Pollution at Rock Quarries As environmental protection becomes more and more important across the nation industries of every type are faced with some big questions What environmental regulations apply to me and my facility How do I comply with those regulations Are there things I can do to reduce the regulations I must comply with How can I protect myself from fines and liability How do I protect myself and my workers from environmental hazards at my business This publication can help owners and operators of rock quarries in Missouri answer some of those questions. The guide sheets provide basic information about regulatory requirements and suggestions for protecting yourself your workers and the environment through Funding for development and printing of this document was provided in part by a Pollution Prevention Incentives for States grant from the . Environmental Protection Agency. Members of the Missouri Limestone Producers Association kindly assisted in developing this document. Their help is very much appreciated. pollution prevention. Each guide sheet in this publication deals with a separate issue that rock quarries may face. The guides will not answer every question. After reviewing them you should be able to decide if you need more information or assistance on a particular issue. The topics are listed on the back of this page. The Missouri Department