State policy for water quality control shall consist of all or
any of the following:
(a) Water quality principles and guidelines for long-range
resource planning, including ground water and surface
water management programs and control and use of
recycled water.
(b) Water quality objectives at key locations for planning
and operation of water resource development projects and
for water quality control activities.
(c) Other principles and guidelines deemed essential by
the state board for water quality control.
The principles, guidelines, and objectives shall be
consistent with the state goal of providing a decent home
and suitable living environment for every Californian