§ 1225 Water Appropriation Requirements

Water Code·California

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This law says you can't take or use water from rivers or lakes unless you follow the rules in this part of the law.

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•You can't take water from rivers or lakes without following the rules.
•There are special rules in Article 2.5 that might let you use water in certain cases.
•Always check the rules before using water from natural sources.

Example

A farmer wants to use water from a nearby river to water their crops.

The farmer can't just take the water; they have to follow the rules and get permission first.

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§ 1225 Water Appropriation Requirements

Except as provided in Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 1226) of this chapter, no right to appropriate or use water subject to appropriation shall be initiated or acquired except upon compliance with the provisions of this division. (Amended by Stats. 1974, Ch. 140.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

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appropriate water subject to appropriation Article 2.5

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1225.

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