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A point source that discharges wastewater to streams, lakes, oceans, or other receiving body. Distribution of wastewater onto land is also considered a type of direct discharge. Municipal and industrial facilities that introduce pollution through a defined conveyance or system, such as outlet pipes, are direct dischargers.    
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