The State Water Control Board (Board) is considering the approval of six TMDL implementation plans (TMDL IPs) and granting authorization to include the TMDL implementation plans in the appropriate Water Quality Management Plans (WQMPs).  The Board is seeking comment on the proposed approvals and authorizations. The purpose of these actions is to approve six TMDL IPs as Virginia’s plans for the management actions necessary for attainment of water quality goals in several impaired waterbodies. These actions are taken in accordance with the Public Participation Procedures for Water Quality Management Planning.  Public comment period:  February 16, 2009-March 16, 2009.  DEQ staff intends to recommend 1) that the State Water Control Board approve the TMDL IPs listed below as Virginia’s plans for the management actions necessary for attainment of water quality goals in the impaired segments, and 2) that the DEQ Director authorize inclusion of the TMDL IPs in the appropriate WQMPs. No regulatory amendments are required for theseTMDL IPs.