Tools for Public Involvement

The Clean Water Act

The basis of the CWA was enacted in 1948 and was called the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, but the Act was significantly reorganized and expanded in 1972. "Clean Water Act" became the Act's common name with amendments in 1977. The goal of the Clean Water Act is to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the nation’s waters.

Pollution Report

If you identify pollution or a water quality concern on the river or its tributaries, please contact Oregon DEQ in Medford: (541) 776-6010, and call 911 if it is a serious spill. Next, please fill out this form or call us at (541) 488-5789.