Question

A state highway was constructed over a wetland ecosystem. The state received a permit to fill in the existing wetlands in accordance with the provisions of the _____ of 1972, and agreed to create another wetland. This trade-off is referred to as _____.

Answer 1

Answer:

Clean Water Act , Trade off

Explanation:

Clean water Act is federal law to regulate the discharge of pollutants to the lakes, rivers, wetlands, canals and surface waters. It was ratified in 1972. It has been amended in 1977 and 1987. It was also known as Federal Water Pollution Control Act. It is administered by the US EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). EPA is accountable for setting quality standards of water and helping the local and state governments in devising their pollution control plans