The attainment of the specified levels simply by dilution, in the absence of any treatment (that is, by use of extraneous or other wastewater intermixed to dilute a particular discharge) is specifically prohibited. The mercury level in the effluent stream from the facility in which a waste containing mercury originates shall be measured after treatment and before any extraneous water or wastewater from any other sources has been added.

Source Note: The provisions of this §319.24 adopted to be effective July 2, 1986, 11 TexReg 2893.